U.S. CTO Megan Smith will be 2015 Commencement speaker
Noted entrepreneur and engineer will return to MIT on June 5 to address the Class of 2015.
Report details steps needed to accelerate innovation at MIT
New Innovation Initiative aims to reshape the role of the university in the 21st-century economy.
Historic season carries MIT Football into NCAA playoffs
At 9-0, Engineers achieve first undefeated regular season since 1881.
Chris Bourg named director of MIT Libraries
Longtime libraries administrator at Stanford tapped to lead MIT’s libraries and the MIT Press.
3 Questions: Israel Ruiz on MIT’s role in Boston’s 2024 Olympics bid
The U.S. Olympic Committee visits Boston; city is one of four U.S. contenders.
Hewlett Foundation funds new MIT initiative on cybersecurity policy
Largest-ever private commitment to cybersecurity establishes major new academic centers.
Danielle Guichard-Ashbrook dies at 60
Associate dean and director of the International Students Office had worked at MIT since 1988.
Weekend adventures
Members of a longstanding student group, the Assassins’ Guild, roam an MIT building each Saturday night.
3 Questions: Lita Nelsen and the Technology Licensing Office
Longtime leader of MIT’s technology-transfer office receives a lifetime achievement award.
MIT Police, IS&T caution community on phone scam
At least 30 MIT affiliates have received fraudulent calls claiming to be from law enforcement agencies.
MIT startups win big at MassChallenge
In annual competition, 12 MIT-affiliated teams earn grants and prizes to launch their businesses.
Francis Collins: Scientists must engage with the world
In Compton Lecture, NIH director details the importance of reaching out to others.
Mohammed Abdul Latif Jameel ’78 to receive honorary knighthood
Britain announces recognition for entrepreneur, philanthropist, and member of the MIT Corporation.