Ruiz writes to Academic Council regarding strengthened campus security
Letter details planned improvements in emergency preparedness, emergency communication protocols and network-security practices.
Safety first, and free
MIT student Paige Finkelstein starts Project Helmet to distribute free bike helmets to MIT community.
Hoax email to MIT students claimed classes were canceled today
The sender, an individual pretending to be President Reif, has apologized
Kaiser, Grimson launch Graduate Student Housing Working Group
Effort comes in response to faculty’s 2030/Kendall task force recommendation; Kendall Square zoning hearings continue.
A class for empowerment and a lifetime of change
RAD program teaches self-defense to members of campus community
New financial aid system replaces paper-based award letters with online notification
System provides better tracking of financial aid application and eliminates costly paper-based notifications.
MIT Together helps students find help
New website and campaign demystifies, destigmatizes seeking support.
MIT Connect: explore the world of MIT through social media
Want to know what’s up at MIT? Check out MIT Connect, an innovative social media portal recently launched by MIT’s Communication Production Services in collaboration with the News Office.
MIT Federal Credit Union seeks volunteer for watchdog group
Students also encouraged to apply for hands-on board positions
Removing a pain point for financial aid students and staff
Online document tracking and financial aid award letters implemented for 2012.