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President L. Rafael Reif
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David Goldston to lead MIT Washington Office
Former Capitol Hill aide and policy advocate has worked with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
April 25, 2017 -
Mexico City “Better World” event showcases the MIT community in Latin America
Guest speakers offer stories of MIT’s connectivity and innovation.
April 12, 2017 -
President of Mauritius Ameenah Gurib-Fakim visits MIT
A trained scientist, Gurib-Fakim discusses ways of strengthening ties with Institute.
April 10, 2017 -
The Engine closes its first fund for over $150 million
MIT’s new accelerator will now focus on selecting startups.
April 6, 2017 -
Judy Cole to retire from Alumni Association leader role
CEO’s eight years defined by significant growth in fundraising, alumni engagement.
April 5, 2017 -
In Tel Aviv, a Better World gathering highlights the MIT student experience
Independent Activities Period program participants in Israel describe the value of hands-on learning.
April 3, 2017 -
With peer institutions, MIT files amicus brief against revised travel ban
Ensuring that students and scholars from around the globe can continue to enter the US is vital to universities’ missions, brief argues.
March 31, 2017 -
KSA meeting focuses on digital globalization, emerging technologies
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Thomas Friedman delivers keynote on how rising trends impact society.
March 30, 2017 -
Ash Carter to serve as MIT visiting innovation fellow
Former Secretary of Defense will work with students and researchers from School of Engineering and Sloan School of Management.
March 29, 2017 -
Letter regarding federal funding priorities and MIT's budget
March 27, 2017 -
At Hollywood studios in Los Angeles, a celebration of MIT’s ingenuity and drive
Mexico City and Washington are upcoming host cities for the Better World tour.
March 20, 2017 -
Letter to the MIT community regarding the death of Mildred Dresselhaus
February 21, 2017 -
“Discrimination affects us all”
Celebration of MLK features NASA mission manager Aprille Joy Ericsson ’86.
February 16, 2017 -
MIT and 16 others file amicus brief concerning executive order restricting travel to US
Universities argue that the ability to welcome students and scholars from all countries is critical to their educational missions.
February 15, 2017 -
Ian Waitz to step down as dean of engineering
Leadership has been defined by energy, optimism, persistence, and a commitment to leveraging the school’s impact across MIT and beyond.
February 14, 2017 -
Featured video: Tackling science and technology together
MIT faculty reflect on why international collaboration benefits science, engineering, and technology for all.
February 13, 2017 -
The Engine names startup and investing veteran Katie Rae as president and CEO
MIT’s new startup accelerator also announces its Board of Directors and Investment Advisory Committee.
February 13, 2017 -
Letter to the MIT community: Welcome news!
February 3, 2017 -
Five from MIT return to US following travel ban
No community members are known to remain abroad under President Trump’s executive order.
February 3, 2017 -
MIT responds to Trump’s executive order on travel
Leadership helps directly affected community members; President Reif speaks against the executive order and for national unity.
January 30, 2017