Colombo to retire from post as MIT’s dean for student life
Departure caps a 40-year career at MIT, Columbia, and Johns Hopkins.
The Council for the Arts at MIT announces new leadership roles
Rick Stone ’76 will serve as chair, Karen Arenson ’70 as vice chair
Amy Brand named new director of the MIT Press
Executive and MIT alumna has a deep background in academic publishing and communications.
Climate-change committee submits community’s recommendations
Zuber seeks comments on report ahead of giving recommendations to Reif.
Metcalfe to serve as visiting innovation fellow for 2015-16 academic year
Ethernet co-inventor and 3Com founder will shape Start6, EECS’s innovation and entrepreneurship workshop.
MIT Corporation elects new members
Eight term members will each serve five years on MIT’s board of trustees.
MIT students interview Megan Smith, U.S. CTO and 2015 Commencement speaker
Smith chronicles her time at MIT, role at the White House, and view of how technology is changing the world.
Melissa Nobles named dean of SHASS
Political scientist and department head to lead School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences.
Richard Lester named associate provost for international activities
In new role, longtime NSE professor will assume responsibility for MIT’s major international efforts.
Kendall Square: A global center for innovation grows alongside MIT
Once lined with old factories and abandoned buildings, Kendall Square is now a global center for innovation.
Kendall Square Initiative ready to take next steps
Proposed building designs presented at two community meetings.
Slideshow: Thousands gather for dedication of Collier Memorial
Ceremony marks official opening of granite structure in honor of MIT officer slain in 2013.