The quest to understand human society scientifically
In STS.047 (Quantifying People), MIT students explore the history of science from the 17th century to the present, through the eyes of statisticians and sociologists.
Once abroad is not enough
Students are increasingly embarking on multiple study abroad opportunities, finding that one experience opens the door to others.
Spreading kindness for four years and counting
MIT community celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Week by participating in lively events, connecting with campus resources, and practicing generosity.
David Autor awarded Carnegie fellowship
MIT economist will study U.S. demographics and the urban-rural split in contemporary society.
Three from MIT awarded 2019 Guggenheim Fellowships
Professors David Jerison, Hong Liu, and Seth Mnookin are among 168 recognized.
Candid conversation about race
In MIT talk, Beverly Daniel Tatum urges direct discussion about racial issues at a “polarized” moment in U.S. history.
In it together: Faculty mentors and graduate students
Professors Lienhard, Murcott, Olsen, and Rayo honored as Committed to Caring mentors.
Isabelle de Courtivron Writing Prize announces winners for 2019
Five undergrads writing on immigrant, diaspora, bicultural, bilingual, and/or mixed-race experiences.
2019 Change-Makers honored for fighting sexual misconduct
Violence Prevention and Response and Title IX and Bias Response Office celebrate individuals and departments for standing up to sexual harassment and assault.
A stage of their own
Presentation workshop for political science graduate students serves as training ground for research and professional skills.
J-PAL North America’s newest initiative explores the work of the future
Nonprofit and industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers gather for a kick-off conference to discuss how to make work more equitable, efficient, and just.
Faculty approve proposal to update MIT’s academic calendar, Commencement timing
Decision to move Commencement to late May marks culmination of community dialogue led by vice chancellor and registrar.
MIT-Lockheed Martin Seed Fund launches
Collaboration between Lockheed Martin and MISTI will enable MIT faculty and students to collaborate, research, and intern in Israel, Germany, and beyond.
Can science writing be automated?
A neural network can read scientific papers and render a plain-English summary.
MIT Program in Digital Humanities launches with $1.3 million Mellon Foundation grant
Among the program's offerings, the Digital Humanities Lab applies computational tools to humanistic research — and builds a community fluent in both languages.