MIT announces MITx MicroMasters program in development economics, with path to full master’s degree Institute to offer its first “blended-only” master’s program, in data, economics, and development policy. December 5, 2016 Read full story →
New House to undergo wholesale renovation; re-opening slated for fall 2019 Houses 1 and 2 will remain open to students in academic year 2017-18; New House, other communities working on plans to welcome affected students. November 7, 2016 Read full story →
MIT to help Dubai launch a new undergraduate institution focused on design School of Architecture and Planning will develop curriculum, courses for Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation. October 24, 2016 Read full story →
3 Questions: Richard Binzel on what we've learned so far from New Horizons Professor Richard Binzel, NASA New Horizons scientist, describes a year of discovery since the spacecraft's historic 2015 Pluto encounter. July 14, 2016 Read full story →
Scrutinizing radiation’s impact Nuclear science and engineering PhD student Cody Dennett simulates conditions inside reactors to measure microscopic defects in irradiated materials. May 31, 2016 Read full story →
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science launches new undergraduate curriculum Updated degree requirements emphasize flexibility, earlier engagement with core material, and smoother introduction to software May 16, 2016 Read full story →
MIT Sloan launches three new undergraduate majors and minors Course 15 will offer undergraduates three new majors — management, business analytics, and finance — starting this fall. January 21, 2016 Read full story →
Cogeneration: A bridge to the future To help achieve its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, MIT is set to upgrade its on-campus cogeneration plant. December 16, 2015 Read full story →
Homeschooled with MIT courses at 5, accepted to MIT at 15 After acquiring his entire elementary and secondary education from OpenCourseWare and MITx, Ahaan Rungta joined the MIT Class of 2019 at age 15. November 16, 2015 Read full story →
MIT announces five-year plan for action on climate change Hundreds of millions sought for low-carbon research; advocacy for carbon pricing; a call to the alumni and beyond. October 21, 2015 Read full story →
New to campus Members of the Class of 2019 possess ample talent and determination. October 2, 2015 Read full story →
Innovative humanities MOOC, “Visualizing Japan,” nominated for the Japan Prize In a Q&A, course co-founder Professor Shigeru Miyagawa discusses his unique online course and its impact on digital education. September 25, 2015 Read full story →
Advice to students in planetary science: “Start young!” MIT astronomer Richard Binzel describes lengthy preparation for this year’s successful flyby of Pluto. September 11, 2015 Read full story →
MISTI Open House On September 10, students can learn about international internship, teaching, and research opportunities with leading companies and labs around the world. September 8, 2015 Read full story →
“Every one of you has what it takes” Class of 2019 is welcomed by President Reif and other MIT leaders. September 1, 2015 Read full story →