BREAKING: Associate of Professor Seth Lloyd, former Mechanical Engineering lecturer Michele Reilly, visited Epstein’s island in 2015
Reilly worked part-time at MIT from 2022 to 2025, collaborating with Professor Seth Lloyd, who also cultivated a close relationship with Epstein.
Volume 145: Year in Review
Letters from the V145 Editor-in-Chief, News Editors, Campus Life Editor, Arts Editor, Science Editor, and a representative of the Editorial Board.
BREAKING: Epstein’s ties with MIT further revealed in latest DOJ document release
Documents highlight several interactions between Epstein and several MIT affiliates past and present.
TFUAP proposal poses vision for future of undergraduate education at MIT
On Feb. 5, 2026, the Task Force on the Undergraduate Academic Program (TFUAP) sent an email to the MIT community sharing their draft proposal, which details potential changes to the GIRs, academic policies, and Institute curriculum requirements.
Katie Spivakovsky ’26 named 2026 Churchill Scholar
Katie Spivakovsky ’26, a biological engineering (Course 20) and artificial intelligence (Course 6-4) double major, recently won a 2026 Churchill Scholarship.
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MIT kicks off 52nd annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with Feb. 5 speaker panel
On Feb. 5, MIT opened the 52nd annual celebration of Dr. King with a speaker panel hosting three MLK Scholars: L’Merchie Frazier, Dr. Patrick Njoroge, and Djamila Tais Ribeiro dos Santos.
Seahawks defense dominates Drake Maye and Patriots to win Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29–13 to win Super Bowl LX this past Sunday.
Seasonal temperatures return and the melting begins
As we head into the weekend, a weak disturbance will pass through New England, potentially bringing a few snow showers on Saturday. Otherwise, mild temperatures and few clouds will make for a pleasant weekend.
Punxsutawney Phil’s predictions are in, and this year the science agrees
Late January was especially cold. Here’s why.
MIT community rallies behind Boston “ICE Out Everywhere” protest
On Jan. 30, over 100 MIT affiliates marched from Hockfield Court to join hundreds of Bostonians protesting ICE in Copley Square amidst freezing temperatures.
Dr. Mouhab Rizkalla talks faith, history at annual “Reason for God” series
On Jan. 22, Dr. Mouhab Rizkalla, a specialist in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, presented historical evidence in defense of the Christian faith at the Stratton Student Center.
Acclaimed author Margaret Atwood presents ‘Book of Lives’ at First Parish Church
On Jan. 27, award-winning author Margaret Atwood presented her new memoir called 'Book of Lives' at First Parish Church in Cambridge.
MIT dives into the future of quantum technology at QMIT launch
Experts from MIT and the quantum industry gathered in the Schwarzman College of Computing on Dec. 8, 2025 to discuss MIT’s role in the emerging field.
Boston community braves frigid weather to protest Trump administration in walkout
On Jan. 20, 2026, over 100 people gathered in front of Boston’s Ruggles Station to participate in the nationwide “Free America” walkout despite frigid temperatures.
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2/12 In Short
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1/29 In Short
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Boston community braves frigid weather to protest Trump administration in walkout
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Bad Ideas Weekend 2026 features 28 unconventional student-run events
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National Geographic photojournalist Ami Vitale gives talk at MIT on Jan. 22
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Intense cold continues and more snow on the way
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Major winter storm to deliver 1-2 feet of snow across New England
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Where allegations become facts and free speech is selective
Why was my essay on academic freedom and freedom of expression censored while Ian Hutchinson’s defamatory attack was published?
Passing
In current events, signing a compact with the US government to decide who defines MIT would have been passing.
Free speech needs defenders, not gatekeepers
Free speech faces new challenges in all corners of America, and we call on MIT to fight to protect it.
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The American Repertory Theater’s ‘Wonder’ is an absolute must-see
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Falling into the blue of ‘Serenade’
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The BSO showcases American musical identity with Allison Loggins-Hull, the Tanglewood Festival Chorus, and Seong-Jin Cho
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Boston Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’ returns for the holiday season
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Berklee students bring Coldplay’s spectacle to life
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MIT Vocal Jazz Ensemble performs their fall collection
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The Handel and Haydn Society delivers a convincing version of Handel’s ‘Messiah’
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High-powered offense and stout defense leads football to 2-0 start
MIT has outscored opponents 101-13 through two games to start the 2025 season
Women’s soccer 5-1 to start 2025 season
The Engineers opened 2025 as road warriors, with five of their first six games being away… and two being in Texas!
A summer of woe lies ahead for the Celtics
One year after winning the chip, the Celtics are looking to make moves.
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High-powered offense and stout defense leads football to 2-0 start
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Women’s soccer 5-1 to start 2025 season
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A summer of woe lies ahead for the Celtics
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Women’s Track and Field Wins Program’s First NCAA Division III Outdoor National Championship
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Spring Varsity Sports Review
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MIT Club Frisbee: Grim Beavers and Munchers Compete at Sectionals
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MIT women’s swimming and diving claim first national championship; men finish ninth
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Kip Clark Convos
MIT students are always in motion, but what do we miss when we never pause? A conversation with Kip Clark, known for his “Free Listening” sign, reveals what’s at stake.
Patrick Mang and Katherine Panebianco: dual perspectives on physics at MIT
Not one, but two perspectives on physics at MIT.
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Kip Clark Convos
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Patrick Mang and Katherine Panebianco: dual perspectives on physics at MIT
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The art of the side quest, and why time is ticking by faster
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I went to the museum
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Fail loudly, dream louder
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Crashing out: MIT culture or a sign of something deeper?
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Have we forgotten the joy of creation?
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The bacterial fugitives behind hospital-acquired pneumonia
Hospital-acquired 'A. baumannii' infections are notoriously hard to treat. A new study shows how these microbes can prolong infection by hiding from antibiotics inside immune cells.
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Chocoholics Unite!
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The quest to make vaccines affordable
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The bacterial fugitives behind hospital-acquired pneumonia
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Paper folding blends math, art, and science at OrigaMIT 2025
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MIT Science Bowl turns ten
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When the image is not the disease
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Making a computer solve your math problems
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