MIT to receive $140 million gift
Unrestricted gift from anonymous alumnus can support any facet of the Institute’s educational and research mission.
New center will push frontiers of sensing technology
First “center of excellence” for new MIT.nano facility will focus on novel detectors and imaging systems.
A record crowd in Washington celebrates MIT’s culture of innovation and discovery
Since the fall of 2016, the MIT Better World tour has reached eight cities and three continents, and it resumes this fall in Boston.
Abdul Latif Jameel World Education Lab (J-WEL) to spark global renaissance in education through innovation at MIT
Empowering underserved populations will be a guiding focus.
Barnhart appoints Waitz vice chancellor for overseeing offices of graduate, undergraduate education
Freeman will pilot first-year curriculum experiments; Staton to work closely with Waitz on graduate education.
David Goldston to lead MIT Washington Office
Former Capitol Hill aide and policy advocate has worked with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
Mexico City “Better World” event showcases the MIT community in Latin America
Guest speakers offer stories of MIT’s connectivity and innovation.
President of Mauritius Ameenah Gurib-Fakim visits MIT
A trained scientist, Gurib-Fakim discusses ways of strengthening ties with Institute.
The Engine closes its first fund for over $150 million
MIT’s new accelerator will now focus on selecting startups.
Judy Cole to retire from Alumni Association leader role
CEO’s eight years defined by significant growth in fundraising, alumni engagement.
In Tel Aviv, a Better World gathering highlights the MIT student experience
Independent Activities Period program participants in Israel describe the value of hands-on learning.