MIT Black History Project launches new website
Digital archive features never-before-published image of MIT's first black woman student.
Future Heritage Lab devises creative responses to humanitarian crises
Artistic collaboration between MIT, German-Jordanian University is designed to reduce trauma for refugees in the Al Azraq Camp in Jordan.
“American Panda,” set on MIT campus, explores cultural stereotypes
New novel set by dentist-turned-writer Gloria Chao ’08 reveals the protagonist's struggles between Taiwanese and American cultural values.
MIT launches SafeRide OnDemand shuttle pilot program
Door-to-door late-night ride service was developed in response to student requests.
MIT Hillel receives Outstanding Campus Award
Fresh off their previous award the year prior, MIT Hillel continues to be recognized for excellent work and increased student engagement.
Sealing the cracks in public education
MIT senior Yazmin Guzman wants to change the educational landscape to provide opportunities to all K-12 students.
Violist Marcus Thompson to perform in 2017-18 MIT Sounding series
Faculty recital by Institute Professor is a chance to reflect on progress, both personal and political.
MIT class reveals, explores Institute’s connections to slavery
Findings show founder William Barton Rogers possessed enslaved persons before coming to MIT; research, community dialogue to ensue.
Lawrence S. Bacow ’72 named president of Harvard University
“I learned how to be a professor and a university leader at MIT,” says former chancellor and DUSP faculty member.
MLK luncheon: “What matters is what you’re doing”
Former NFL player Wade Davis gives keynote talk at annual event, reflects on his life as a gay black athlete.
Cornel West advocates the “examined life” on campus
In MIT talk, prominent philosopher urges self-reflection to keep academic institutions vital and fair.
MIT Federal Credit Union embraces the Read with Malcolm initiative
Brian Ducharme reads to students at Morse Elementary and hands out copies of Malcolm Mitchell’s book “The Magician’s Hat.”
Work continues toward a more diverse, inclusive MIT
Many of the changes recommended by black students in 2015 have been implemented; departmental discussions are ongoing.
Eric Schmidt to join MIT as visiting innovation fellow
Former Google leader offers insights of a storied career to MIT’s entrepreneurial community
Out of the lab and onto the page
Blog writing workshop for graduate students offers practical tips, helping them create a window into real life at MIT.