MIT finishes fourth in 2022 Division III LEARFIELD Directors' Cup standings
The Engineers post their second-highest finish in program history after claiming 11 NEWMAC titles.
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Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER)
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MIT.nano Immersion Lab Gaming Program awards third annual seed grants
The NCSOFT-sponsored program will advance cutting-edge technologies for gaming and data visualization.
MIT wrestler Sarah Sams crowned national women’s champion
Sams, Pannell, and Skaggs take all-America honors; team finishes in top 10 at nationals and regionals; McNeil named Northeast Conference Women’s Coach of the Year.
Julie Soriero inducted into National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics Hall of Fame
Former MIT director of athletics and head of DAPER is part of a seven-member Hall of Fame class for 2021.
Moving forward by moving
With safety measures in place, MIT Fitness reopens indoor classes and expands fitness access.
G. Anthony Grant named director of athletics, DAPER department head
Grant comes to MIT from Metropolitan State University in Denver, Colorado.
David H. Koch, prominent supporter of cancer research at MIT, dies at 79
Alumnus supported pioneering biomedical center, among many Institute causes and activities.
MIT athletes earn four NEWMAC championships
After a successful fall, the Engineers are ranked 12th nationally in the Learfield Directors' Cup standings.
Senior Associate Athletic Director John Benedick to retire after 44 years at MIT
Benedick has served as an athletics administrator, water polo head coach, and swimming and diving head coach over his 44-year career.
Pilot program helps students boost wellness
ENGINEERyourHEALTH PLUS is a three-year pilot program to enhance undergraduate student life through fitness, exercise, wellness, and recreational opportunities.
Healthy mind and body
Division of Student Life courses aim to support students’ mental and physical well-being.
MIT finishes second in 2018 Learfield Cup Final Standings
Engineers record highest finish in program history after record-setting 2017-18 athletics season.
Julie Soriero receives NCAA President's Pat Summitt Award
MIT director of athletics honored for her devotion to developing student-athletes and making a positive impact on their lives.
Julie Soriero named president of the Women Leaders in College Sports
MIT athletic director to lead organization that develops, connects, and advances women leaders working in intercollegiate athletics.
Maryann Gong named 2017 NCAA Woman of the Year Top 30 honoree
Gong becomes third MIT student-athlete to be named to Top 30.