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.
Dennis Whyte named Plasma Science and Fusion Center director
Nuclear fusion leader succeeds Miklos Porkolab, who returns to teaching and research after almost 20 years of distinguished service.
3 Questions: Lita Nelsen and the Technology Licensing Office
Longtime leader of MIT’s technology-transfer office receives a lifetime achievement award.
New interdisciplinary center at MIT to focus on the microbiome and human health
Partnership with MGH, other institutions to foster regional ecosystem for rapidly evolving field.
Lambda Chi Alpha national suspends MIT chapter for at least five years
MIT withdraws recognition, offers members on-campus housing.
MIT announces steps intended to minimize unwanted sexual behavior
President Reif: “Sexual assault violates our core MIT values. It has no place here.”
Hashim Sarkis named dean of the School of Architecture and Planning
Practicing architect, also a prominent scholar of architecture and urbanism, joins MIT from Harvard.
3 Questions: The launch of the MIT Climate Change Conversation
New committee aims to catalyze community discussion on how MIT can help address climate change.
Kettyle to step down as medical director of MIT Medical
Physician joined MIT in 1993 and has led MIT Medical since 2000.
Slovakia’s president, Andrej Kiska, visits MIT
Friday visit touched on the importance of innovation and online learning.
