MIT’s mascot Tim the Beaver celebrates 110th anniversary
Jan. 17 marked the 110th anniversary of MIT adopting Tim the Beaver as the Institute’s mascot.
In Memoriam: Emma Pearl Wilmer-Shiles ’18 G, Lochie Ferrier ‘19
In a statement to the MIT Community, President Sally Kornbluth announced the deaths of Emma Pearl Willmer-Shiles ’18 G and Lochie Ferrier ’19 in a plane crash off the coast of California. A San Francisco native, Willmer-Shiles studied mechanical engineering as an undergraduate. At the time of her passing, Willmer-Shiles was a second-year graduate student in Architecture. Ferrier was an alumnus of the AeroAstro Department and was working as an aeronautical engineer at the time of his passing.
In Memoriam: Lynn Yamada Davis ’78
Lynn Yamada Davis ’78, known for her viral “Cooking with Lynja” videos, passed away at 67 on Jan. 1 from complications of esophageal cancer. Yamada graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Course 1 and was a former Chairperson of The Tech.
MIT Medical changes name to MIT Health
In an email to the MIT community on Jan. 18, Dr. Cecilia Stuopis, Chief Health Officer of MIT Health, announced that MIT Medical adopted the new name of MIT Health. Stuopis stated that the name change would be visible across campus; a new logo, website, and medical forms will be amongst the most notable changes.
661 Admitted Early to Class of 2028
In an announcement by Chris Peterson SM ’13, MIT admitted 661 students to the class of 2028 out of 12,563 students who applied early, equivalent to 5.26%. This marks a slight uptick from the previous year: the class of 2027 had an early action acceptance rate of 4.72%.
Kornbluth addresses MIT community in the new year
On Jan. 3, MIT President Sally Kornbluth began the new year by addressing the current challenges on campus and her vision for progress in a campus-wide statement.
MIT Multicultural Conference 2023
MIT hosted its annual Multicultural Conference (MC^2) at the MIT Endicott House from Nov. 17 to 18. Dr. Alma Jam from the MIT Office of Intercultural Engagement, facilitated the program.
In Memoriam: Lauren Brock ’27
In a statement to the MIT Community, President Sally Kornbluth announced the death of Lauren Brock ’27. A New Hampshire native and Macgregor resident, Brock deferred enrollment for two years after joining a start-up full time.
Another winter storm to wash through
Expect a brief pause from the torrential rain that has flooded rivers in the Northeast as the skies open up to bring you some sunshine into Friday!
MIT Medical reinstates masking mandate for clinical staff
In an email to the MIT community, Dr. Cecilia Stuopis, Chief Health Officer of MIT Medical, stated that MIT Medical would implement a masking requirement for all clinical staff in Cambridge and Lexington care centers starting Jan. 8. Other local healthcare systems, including Mass General Brigham, have enacted a similar policy.
Schwarzman School of Computing Building Opens
Building 45, the Schwarzman School of Computing, opened on Vassar Street. Located next door to Building 46, which is home to the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Building 45 will host MIT faculty studying human and machine intelligence.
MIT holds its annual Winterfest festival
The Winterfest was done to foster a festive atmosphere in MIT—a way to relax and unwind, as the Institute’s students go into their final exams and winter break.
Sparkling days for the start of finals
As we head into the end of the semester, we’re luckily seeing some days filled with bright sunlight to recharge your morale before the exam season begins.
Sweeping Southern storms set to shower the Northeast
A cold front currently building over the southern United States will bring a risk of severe thunderstorms to southeastern Texas and western Louisana. The remnants of this storm system will move to affect the US East Coast and New England area over the next few days and bring us some scattered showers. Remember to bring an umbrella or raincoat if you plan on going outside this weekend!
Burton-Conner residents to be fined by Housing and Residential Services for ‘vandalism’
Since reopening in August 2022, BC has had minor issues with painting the walls. In contrast to previous incidents though, recent content on the wall was deemed by some as “reactionary vandalism.”
MIT Undergraduate Association hosts free food event
On Nov. 20, the MIT Undergraduate Association (UA) organized a free food event for students outside of the Stratton Center. The line for the Zinneken’s food truck extended to Massachusetts Avenue as students awaited waffles.
President Kornbluth to testify in Congress Dec. 5
MIT spokesperson Kimberly Allen said that President Kornbluth “welcomes the opportunity" to testify before the committee.