Topic
Campaign for a Better World
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Events postponed or canceled as MIT responds to COVID-19
Changes follow new Institute policies on travel, events, and visitors; some large classes to move online.
March 9, 2020 -
Scholarships help build an exceptional student body
A record $38 million has been raised for undergraduate financial aid in FY19.
December 25, 2019 -
From city to city, MIT Better World connects alumni and ideas
New MIT Better World video playlist documents events touching on the science of teaching and learning, challenges in environment and sustainability, and more.
September 4, 2019 -
MIT Energy Initiative awards seven Seed Fund grants for early-stage energy research
Annual MITEI awards support research on methane conversion, efficient energy provision, plastics recycling, and more.
July 1, 2019 -
MIT hosts China Summit, additional gatherings in Beijing
MIT faculty, leadership, alumni, and Corporation members engage with old and new friends of the Institute.
November 23, 2018 -
MIT Campaign for a Better World propels the Institute to best fundraising year on record
The impact of the campaign is evident in new initiatives and core support across campus.
October 9, 2018 -
Abdul Latif Jameel Clinic for Machine Learning in Health at MIT aims to revolutionize disease prevention, detection, and treatment
A key part of the MIT Quest for Intelligence, J-Clinic builds on MIT expertise across multiple scientific disciplines.
September 17, 2018 -
Miami and the MIT community of Florida welcome the Better World Tour
In a building named for past MIT student Alfred I. duPont, diverse MIT speakers showcase the Institute’s achievements and bright future.
May 1, 2018 -
MIT Campaign for a Better World arrives in Seattle
In the Emerald City, alumni, faculty, and friends celebrate MIT’s culture of creativity and innovation for the greater good.
April 26, 2018 -
MIT 24-Hour Challenge goes for tau on Pi Day
At MIT, collaboration is key. The MIT 24-Hour Challenge, on March 14, is inviting alumni and friends around the world to join the team.
March 12, 2018 -
Houston gives a Texas-sized welcome to the MIT Better World Tour
At the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, alumni and friends celebrate the creativity and strength of MIT and the city of Houston.
February 19, 2018 -
MIT Campaign for a Better World ends FY17 with $3.6 billion
The Institute finished the fiscal year with $589 million in new gifts and pledges, MIT’s largest annual fundraising total to date.
October 26, 2017 -
Energy and ideas at Collaborating for MIT’s Future
Fourth annual poster session connects colleagues as they learn about the good work being done by and for the MIT community — and the world.
October 24, 2017 -
The Better World Tour comes home to Boston
Alumni and friends gather at the Boch Center Wang Theatre to celebrate the vibrant MIT community and the Institute's ambitious dreams for a better world.
October 20, 2017 -
At The HUB, a celebration of art, technology, and innovation
Student volunteers at HUBweek exhibits share MIT’s creative spirit with the public.
October 18, 2017 -
A better world, starting close to home
MIT faculty and alumni have helped to shape Cambridge, Boston, and the surrounding region.
September 27, 2017 -
Letter to the community regarding major gift to MIT
June 7, 2017 -
MIT to receive $140 million gift
Unrestricted gift from anonymous alumnus can support any facet of the Institute’s educational and research mission.
June 7, 2017 -
For great challenges, a global strategy
MIT plan outlines new framework for expanding its international engagement.
May 17, 2017 -
A record crowd in Washington celebrates MIT’s culture of innovation and discovery
Since the fall of 2016, the MIT Better World tour has reached eight cities and three continents, and it resumes this fall in Boston.
May 15, 2017