Topic
Mentoring
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Bill Hanson, a founder of MIT Leaders for Global Operations, dies at 80
Mentor to hundreds of alumni was known for asking questions that prompted students to look within themselves.
July 31, 2020 -
LEAH Knox Scholars Program kicks off fourth summer
The science program for local high school students is remote this year, as MIT instructors create at-home lab experiences.
July 14, 2020 -
Twelve MIT faculty honored as “Committed to Caring” for 2020-2021
Honor recognizes faculty mentors who devote true attention to students’ well-being.
June 30, 2020 -
2020 Awards Convocation recognizes and honors MIT community members
Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends are recognized for their outstanding contributions to MIT.
June 19, 2020 -
Associate Professor Amah Edoh receives Baker Award for undergraduate teaching
Anthropologist honored by MIT students as "a mentor, a role model, and someone who is truly making a difference."
June 3, 2020 -
Achieving advisory equilibrium
Professors Paola Cappellaro, Warren Seering, and Lily Tsai honored as “Committed to Caring.”
May 15, 2020 -
Paul Thomas, MIT’s “Mr. Magnet,” dies at 77
Beloved educator and former technical supervisor at the Plasma Science and Fusion Center brought hands-on science experiences to students of all ages.
May 12, 2020 -
Daniel Kemp, professor emeritus of chemistry, dies at 83
Organic chemist and MIT professor for over 40 years was “a sui generis Renaissance man.”
May 8, 2020 -
Weekly calls keep students connected to the Institute during a pandemic
Through the MIT Student Success Coaching program, volunteer faculty and staff check in with students to assist with whatever “bubbles up.”
May 1, 2020 -
Ramachandra Dasari, associate director of the GR Harrison Spectroscopy Lab, dies at 87
MIT scientist for over 50 years was a cherished mentor who published nearly 400 papers on topics from laser science to non-invasive biomedical diagnosis.
April 24, 2020 -
Faithfully supporting well-being
Ezra Zuckerman Sivan, Jinhua Zhao, and Kamal Youcef-Toumi honored as “Committed to Caring.”
April 17, 2020 -
Helping K-12 students overcome school closures
CovEducation matches college students with younger learners to facilitate online learning.
April 17, 2020 -
Making MIT entrepreneurship matter in Hong Kong
MIT students collaborate with Hong Kong peers to solve urban challenges through the MIT Hong Kong Innovation Node.
March 30, 2020 -
2020 MacVicar Faculty Fellows named
Anikeeva, Fuller, Tisdale, and White receive MIT's highest honor in undergraduate teaching.
March 9, 2020 -
From culinary arts to nuclear engineering
Ciara Sivels ’13 takes unusual path to a research career in nuclear engineering for national security.
February 26, 2020 -
Kate Byrd is chosen as one of Aviation Week Network’s “20 Twenties”
The annual award recognizes young leaders in engineering and aerospace.
February 4, 2020 -
Communicating respect for graduate students
Anna Frebel, Wesley Harris, and Harry Tuller honored by graduate students as “Committed to Caring.”
January 27, 2020 -
Professor Emeritus Ali Argon, pioneer in the mechanics of materials, dies at 89
Longtime MIT professor was a world leader in inelastic deformation and fracture of engineering materials.
January 3, 2020 -
Fostering forward momentum
Thomas Kochan, Julie Shah, and Evelyn Wang honored by graduate students as "Committed to Caring."
December 10, 2019 -
Strong mentorship through great decision-making
Gabriella Carolini, Paula Hammond, and David Trumper honored as Committed to Caring graduate student mentors.
October 3, 2019