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PATH to boost AI training and career opportunities for industry-aligned jobs

MIT RAISE and Georgia State University announce an initiative to connect universities, community colleges, industry, and government to expand industry-aligned AI training and career pathways.

June 4, 2026

Graduates in caps and gowns celebrate, throwing caps in the air

At a spirited Commencement ceremony, the Class of 2026 is urged to “run toward the hardest problems”

Lisa Su ’90, SM ’91, PhD ’94, Advanced Micro Devices CEO, tells graduates to apply “purpose, judgment, and courage” in their lives.

May 28, 2026

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“I have yet to meet a professor that cares more for their students”

Associate Professor Daniel “Danny” Hidalgo, a political scientist who studies elections, democracy, and political behavior in Latin America, is honored as “Committed to Caring” for graduate student mentorship.

May 13, 2026

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Q&A: Expanding MIT’s global reach through Universal Learning

Dimitris Bertsimas and Megan Mitchell discuss the motivation behind Universal Learning, and what sets the new MIT Open Learning educational initiative apart.

May 12, 2026

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Universal AI is “a pathway to AI fluency that’s accessible and approachable to anyone, anywhere”

New AI education program from MIT Open Learning debuts with AI-powered personalization and a free introductory course for learners everywhere.

May 12, 2026

MIT student Jack Carson named 2026 Udall Scholar

The Udall Foundation identifies and rewards future leaders in tribal public policy, Indigenous health policy, and the environment.

May 7, 2026

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Powering 160,000 hours of discovery at MIT.nano

NanoFab Equipment Management and Operations (NEMO) system streamlines shared facilities management via tool trainings, reservations, and lab communications.

May 4, 2026

Faces of MIT: Gabi Hott Soares

Through mentorship, enthusiasm, and a global perspective, Gabi Hott Soares supports student leaders at MIT.

April 24, 2026

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Leading with rigor, kindness, and care

“We cannot be effective scientists if we are unhappy or unhealthy outside of the lab,” says “Committed to Caring” honoree Sara Prescott.

March 27, 2026

Enduring passions for medicine, journalism, and triathlons

As an aspiring physician-scientist and editor-in-chief of The Tech, MIT senior Alex Tang has found inspiration in the lives of patients and others in his community.

March 25, 2026

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Pursuing a passion for public health

MIT senior Srihitha Dasari reflects on the power of experiential learning through the PKG Center for Social Impact.

March 18, 2026

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2026 MacVicar Faculty Fellows named

MIT professors Amos Winter and Nikolai Zeldovich are honored for exceptional undergraduate teaching.

March 12, 2026

MIT undergraduates help US high schoolers tackle calculus

The MIT4America Calculus Project is a growing source of tutoring support on a topic that’s a “gateway” to many STEM careers.

March 10, 2026

Robin Wolfe Scheffler and Mark Bathe stand in front of a classroom. Scheffler is speaking.

Bridging science and society in the emerging bioeconomy

In STS.059 (The Bioeconomy and Society), students explore the social and political factors at work in the biology, biotech, and biological engineering sectors.

February 18, 2026

The strength of “infinite hope”

MIT Dean of Engineering Paula Hammond keynotes the 52nd MLK Celebration, with a message of resilience and determination.

February 17, 2026

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