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Libraries
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Open access task force releases draft recommendations
The MIT community is invited to comment on ways to increase sharing of research, data, software, and more.
March 18, 2019 -
Hayden Library to undergo renovation in 2020
Redesigned spaces will focus on fostering community and accommodating diverse study, learning, and research styles.
January 29, 2019 -
MIT Press to co-publish new open-access Quantitative Science Studies journal
The International Society for Scientometrics and Informetrics, jointly with the MIT Press, launches a new open-access journal, for and by the scientometric community.
January 18, 2019 -
Inside "The Laughing Room"
An artificial intelligence-powered laugh track amuses and unsettles in interactive installations by Jonny Sun.
December 5, 2018 -
GIS and Data Lab now open in Rotch Library
MIT Libraries offer expanded resources in geographic information systems, data visualization, data management, and more for the Institute community.
November 13, 2018 -
MIT Open Access Task Force releases white paper
Paper provides an overview of efforts to make research and scholarship more freely and openly available.
September 7, 2018 -
Institute Archives spotlights pioneering women at MIT
Initiative is building collections highlighting the contributions of female faculty.
July 6, 2018 -
MIT Libraries staff honored with 2018 Infinite Mile Awards
Celebration recognizes exceptional achievements and contributions over the past year.
June 25, 2018 -
MIT Libraries host Grand Challenges Summit
Experts in information science and scholarly communication convene at MIT to set research agenda.
March 30, 2018 -
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.
February 12, 2018 -
The test-free zone: An orientation guide to MIT Libraries
Students can find diverse resources, helpful experts, and friendly spaces to hang out.
September 8, 2017 -
MIT convenes ad hoc task force on open access to Institute’s research
Group will explore opportunities to disseminate MIT knowledge as widely as possible.
July 7, 2017 -
MIT Libraries staff honored with 2017 Infinite Mile Awards
Annual celebration of excellence honors employees for exceptional contributions on behalf of library users and colleagues.
June 26, 2017 -
Institute announces new open access policy for all MIT authors
Optional license allows students, researchers, and staff to make scholarly articles freely available.
April 6, 2017 -
MIT Libraries and MIT MakerWorkshop launch Equipment to Go
Pilot program lends tools to makers across the MIT community.
March 9, 2017 -
Hundreds turn out for first “Building 7 Block Party”
Gallery Walk showcases exhibitions in art, architecture, and design.
February 27, 2017 -
3 Questions: Emma Teng on “China Comes to Tech”
New exhibit delves into history of Chinese students at MIT.
February 9, 2017 -
Is the library the new public square?
The Future of the Libraries Task Force seeks feedback on 10 recommendations including global library services and preserving more of MIT’s intellectual work.
February 9, 2017 -
"Hidden Figures" screening, discussion addresses the history of black women at NASA
Author and executive producer Margot Lee Shetterly explores inspiration for the film; MIT guest speakers provide additional historical context.
December 22, 2016 -
MIT Press Bookstore celebrates new home
New location hopes to further engage the MIT and Cambridge communities.
December 5, 2016