Expanding our horizons through nuclear energy and space exploration
Whether you’re religious or atheist, looking at the sun, moon, stars, and beyond gives you a sense of power and intimacy with nature itself.
Commencement weekend features OneMIT ceremony for Class of 2022 and in-person celebration for Classes of 2020 and 2021
“When we look at the COVID-19 response, we see we had good science, but not so good politics and public policy,” Okonjo-Iweala said.
Summer storms thunder through
As Florida recovers from Tropical Storm Alex, Boston is bracing for some heavy rain to wrap up the week.
Summer registration, fall pre-reg, Juneteenth
The deadline to initiate fall pre-registration and to select fall CI-H/HW subjects for continuing students is June 16.
Construction to revamp Metropolitan Warehouse commences
The building will feature new floor platforms to provide high-bay program space and allow natural light to penetrate core building areas.
MIT to restrict PCR testing to community members experiencing COVID symptoms, effective July 1
Beginning June 17, MIT will no longer offer observed PCR testing at the MIT Medical Trailer.
Abundant resources exist but are underutilized
Sometimes we forget that we have the privilege of attending one of the best universities in the world.
NATO unveils its 2022 Strategic Concept in efforts to coordinate the fight against Russia
The new Concept “makes clear that Russia poses ‘the most significant and direct threat’ to our security” and further that “China’s coercive policies ‘challenge our interests, security and values.’”
Stoltenberg discusses global food crisis due to war in Ukraine at closing press conference of Madrid Summit
Since its initial invasion of Ukraine in February, Russia has implemented a total blockade on all Ukrainian ports.
Ukraine makes surprise appearance at Madrid NATO Summit
Klistschko warned that Russia’s actions could be a slippery slope and that “Russia’s going to launch something new.”
Stoltenberg: Allies ‘prepared for the long haul’ in war of attrition in Ukraine
Stoltenberg has repeatedly emphasized NATO’s position to avoid a “full-fledged war” against Russia, providing “support to Ukraine” but remaining “not part of the conflict.”
Finland, Sweden, and Türkiye sign NATO membership Agreement
Türkiye's primary objection stemmed from Finland’s and Sweden's support for Kurdish groups that Ankara considers terrorist organizations.
NATO Secretary General opens historic Madrid Summit with public forum
In his opening remarks, Stoltenberg stressed the need for unity under the threat of Russian aggression.
The nonlinear degree path
As I walked around the career fair, trying to convince both the recruiters and myself that I wasn’t worthless, I didn’t feel like this was part of some grand narrative. I just felt ashamed.
On need
SFS took my “family’s financial circumstances” into account, but their broad definition of family included a woman who is more of an angry ghost than a functioning parent. I’m sure it didn’t hurt that this choice was better for the university’s bottom line.
Professor Tim Jamison to conclude term as associate provost June 30
Chemistry Professor Tim Jamison’s three-year term as associate provost will conclude June 30, according to a May 19 email from Provost Cynthia Barnhart PhD ’88. Barnhart wrote that Tim was appointed in 2019 to “advance the Institute’s efforts to cultivate an inclusive and diverse community.”
Stratton Student Center to undergo renovations
The Stratton Student Center is set to undergo renovations as soon as Spring 2023; the renovations aim to transform the building into a more welcoming space for students. The center, built in 1968, has not undergone a significant renovation since 1988, when the atrium stairs at the center of the...
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Class of 2022 Commencement follows new format after two virtual ceremonies
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Professor Tim Jamison to conclude term as associate provost June 30
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Stratton Student Center to undergo renovations
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Paper diplomas, Memorial Day, summer registration
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Sunshine in the rain
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Course 6 curriculum revisions presented by education officers
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Number of positive COVID-19 tests double last week
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On civility: in search of the path forward
There has been a marked decline in the civility of our discourse.
Facts about the safety and security of nuclear power plants in Ukraine
NPPs are among the most robust civilian infrastructures on the planet, with multiple layers of protection.
An open letter on graduate student unionization
If MIT and its students are opponents, then how do we continue to be full-on collaborators?
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On civility: in search of the path forward
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Facts about the safety and security of nuclear power plants in Ukraine
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An open letter on graduate student unionization
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We have genuine love, strength in numbers, and unity on our side
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An open letter on why UE and what it stands for cannot represent MIT graduate students
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Recommendations towards a better MIT for Asian Americans
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Harvard Graduate Student Union solidarity statement: vote yes to MIT graduate student unionization
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It Must Be Now! is a call for change
MIT Festival Jazz Ensemble, MIT Wind Ensemble, and MIT Vocal Jazz Ensemble came together with special guests last Saturday to perform It Must Be Now!, a two-year endeavor combining music, spoken word, and interpretive dance into a powerful call to action against racial injustice.
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‘Men’ will get inside your head
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‘Downton Abbey: A New Era’: an ostinato of dry wit and changing times
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It Must Be Now! is a call for change
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Wine nights and Mediterranean delights
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Forgotten no more: the Asian Americans of MIT
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New ‘Fantastic Beasts’ better than its predecessor but suffers from predictability
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A Davis Square delight
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Women’s Wrestling team started at MIT
MIT is starting a Women’s Wrestling team, with the goal of catering to both experienced wrestlers and beginners willing to learn the sport.
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MIT Wrestling finishes a historic season with one national champion and two additional All-American wrestlers
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Women’s Wrestling team started at MIT
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MIT alumna Christina Birch qualifies for Tokyo Olympics 2021
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Men’s Volleyball coach highlights a season cut short
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Sailing seniors appreciate their time on and off the water
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Women’s tennis coach honors her team’s efforts
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Men’s Tennis reflects on its shortened season
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When you aren’t, and then you are
Life changing, yet subtly, gently, pushing you toward the next big moment in your life.
Work-life balance
“You are in the twilight of a mediocre academic career, taking the path of least resistance, just slipping by everything.”
