Concerns over LLM usage cause return to in-person ASEs for Chemistry and Physics departments
Concerns about the use of LLMs on online Advanced Standing Exams (ASE) have caused the Department of Physics and Department of Chemistry to reinstate in-person exams for 8.02 and 5.111, respectively.
Anantha Chandrakasan named MIT’s new provost
On June 16, Anantha Chandrakasan, dean of the School of Engineering, was named MIT’s next provost, effective July 1.
Across the country, ‘No Kings’ rallies draw millions of protesters
On Saturday, June 14, communities across the country held “No Kings” rallies protesting the Trump administration.
Kornbluth advises the MIT community to reject antisemitism and end targeting in her June 10 letter
On June 10, President Kornbluth sent an email to the MIT community about recent and ongoing incidents that she says have violated the Institute’s values and community standards by perpetuating antisemitism.
The MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative closes after 11 years
In May, Director of the MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative (ESI) Prof. John Fernández ’85 announced that the initiative would close at the end of the spring semester.
MIT joins group of research universities in filing amicus brief against federal funding cuts
Amicus brief is co-signed by several peer institutions; Columbia and Cornell notably missing.
MIT closes the ICEO and eliminates the Vice President for Equity and Inclusion position
On May 22, President Kornbluth sent an email to the MIT community announcing the closure of the Institute Community & Equity Office (ICEO) and the elimination of the Vice President for Equity and Inclusion (VPEI) position.
The EECS department introduces 6.100, a 12-unit subject that combines 6.100A and 6.100B
Beginning in Fall 2025, the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) department will offer 6.100, a 12-unit full-semester subject that covers content from 6.100A and 6.100B.
The MIT I know
Ethan Abraham: “One can only hope that Ms. Vemuri's science is carried on a higher level of integrity and thoughtfulness than her political rant.”
Another wet and chilly weekend in the forecast
Unfortunately, this nice weather can never seem to last into the weekend. With rain in the forecast for both Saturday and Sunday, we continue this unlucky trend that has been happening for 3 months now.
Where hobbits come from: tracing Homo floresiensis origins
These tiny cousins have stirred a large scientific debate; new discoveries have introduced new evidence.
A summer of woe lies ahead for the Celtics
One year after winning the chip, the Celtics are looking to make moves.
An Open Letter to Megha Vemuri
Cohen: “Your behavior was disrespectful to the graduates, the guests, the speakers, the alumni, and everyone who heard your speech.”
Vemuri’s OneMIT Commencement speech draws mixed reactions within and beyond the Institute
Megha Vemuri ’25: “MIT wants a free Palestine”
Visa revocations for Chinese citizens could affect nearly one in four international students
Other outlets have speculated that the physical sciences will be particularly vulnerable to visa revocations.
English for Speakers of other Languages Program for Service Employees Program closes
On May 16, Nancy Kelly, coordinator of the English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL) Program for Service Employees, notified former and current tutors that the program would be paused indefinitely.
Fear and Loathing in a Presidential Salute
Dershowitz: “I was upset listening to the remarks of Megha Vemuri at MIT’s commencement.”
Commencement 2025: From a 50-year perspective
Jim Zaorski ’80 reflects on the turbulence of the 2025 OneMIT Commencement Ceremony.
Collaboration Begets Creativity in Both the Arts and Sciences
Cooper asked top scholars how they see creativity as an aspect of their work. Collaboration is a throughline in their responses.
Hank Green delivers 2025 Commencement speech with grace and gusto
In his commencement speech and an exclusive interview with The Tech and MIT News, Green shared an authentic perspective on curiosity and where to take it.
In Memoriam: Shashata Sawmya SM ’24
Shashata Sawmya, a graduate student in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) Department and member of MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), passed away in Canada while attending an academic conference.
On graduating and leaving French House
The idea of graduation didn’t feel real until my friend and I submitted our final project for a class the night before the last day of classes.
Award-winning author Ocean Vuong presents The Emperor of Gladness at First Parish Church
On May 16, 2025, Ocean Vuong presented The Emperor of Gladness, his latest novel, at the First Parish Church.
From cannonballs to magic functions: Fields Medalist Maryna Viazovska presents sphere packing at the 2025 Simons Lecture Series
Viazovska: “I would think about these borders between different areas of mathematics as a bit artificial… In principle, everything has to be connected”
Anantha Chandrakasan named MIT’s new provost
On June 16, Anantha Chandrakasan, dean of the School of Engineering, was named MIT’s next provost, effective July 1.
If MIT researchers produce cutting-edge science, who sustains the researchers?
MIT research is supported by an invisible chain of care work that is institutionalized through MIT Spouses & Partners Connect and that, after more than 50 years of community support, is now being discontinued.
Save MS&PC: MIT’s Spouses & Partners program slated for unexpected termination
Over 50 years later, Spouses & Partners Connect and Language Conversation Exchange is forced to shutter.
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If MIT researchers produce cutting-edge science, who sustains the researchers?
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Save MS&PC: MIT’s Spouses & Partners program slated for unexpected termination
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Coping with change at MIT
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A call for courage in the face of rising fascism, antisemitism and anti-Palestinian racism and genocide
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From Moscow to Massachusetts: the chilling echoes of autocracy
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MIT must stand up to McCarthyism
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A letter to MIT students from Putin’s dungeons
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Bold looks, big talent: art and fashion shine at the 2025 MIT Gala & Student Arts Showcase
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Mitsuko Uchida’s graceful performance stuns the audience at the BSO
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Oleana: not a must have, more of a “why not?”
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Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat: Uneven narratives of 20th century geopolitics set to astonishingly good jazz
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Black Bag: A short thriller that underwhelms despite Soderbergh’s big-name leads
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Playboi Carti’s newest release, MUSIC, isn’t an adequate apology for “the wait”
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Renowned violinist Midori returns to Boston
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Women’s Track and Field Wins Program’s First NCAA Division III Outdoor National Championship
On May 24, MIT Women’s Track and Field closed out a dominant season with their first Division III Outdoor National Championship Title.
Spring Varsity Sports Review
Before May approaches, check out how our varsity athletes have been faring as the weather warms up.
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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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MIT’s Spring Sports Season Heats Up
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Women’s Track & Field Wins First Ever Indoor NCAA D-III National Championship
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Sports Blitz
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Current students respond to questions from the Class of 2029
The Tech asked students admitted to the MIT Class of 2029 to share questions they had for the Institute's current students. Then, the student body was invited over email to answer.
Harnessing the power of viruses to fight brain cancer
The drug CAN-3110 helped Kyle Donohue beat the odds. Now, it’s in clinical trials.
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Harnessing the power of viruses to fight brain cancer
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Computing of tomorrow
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Searching for superconductivity
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Menstruation science moonshot: MIT’s bold quest to revolutionize women’s health
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Chasing impossible: MIT-DFCI Center for Glioblastoma Systems Biology hosts inaugural Glioblastoma Tumor Microenvironment Symposium
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Zeynep Tüfekçi reminds us to look past the benchmarks
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A Life Dedicated to Four Symbols
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