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.
In Memoriam: Tiansi Xin
Xin was described as a “treasured member of the Cummins lab,” with his advisor, Professor Kit Cummins, describing him as “an amazing scholar and chemist.”
MIT Civil Discourse Project launches speaker series
Each speaker event pairs an outside speaker who holds a position not commonly voiced within MIT with an MIT faculty member. This structure "encourages diverse opinions and lively debate while maintaining a high standard of intellectual rigor."
Spring pre-reg, IAP PE reg, last day of classes
Pre-registration for the spring term and IAP begins Dec. 1.
Ayomikun Ayodeji ’22 announced Rhodes Scholar
Ayodeji sat down with The Tech to share his journey and passions regarding energy systems and management in Africa.
Yet another stormy weekend ahead
The cool days and freezing nights that the Boston area has seen earlier this week are bound to take a break as a warm front will be moving in, bringing temperatures 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit above average for this time of the year. The relief will be short-lived, however: a nor’easter will bring light to moderate rain and gusty winds this weekend, with rapidly dropping temperatures. Afterwards, more typical November temperatures will return, with mostly clear skies.
MITHenge occurred from Nov. 10 to Nov. 13
MITHenge occurred from Nov. 10 to Nov. 13. During MITHenge, the setting sun aligns with the Infinite Corridor’s entire length, a hallway approximately 823 feet long. This phenomenon occurs at two different times each year — once around November 11 and January 31.
Independent Activities Period meal plans announced by MIT Campus Dining
All meals will be served at Maseeh Dining Hall; meals will be available from Jan. 7 to Feb. 2.
Senior Associate Dean of Housing and Residential Services clarifies proposed housing rate changes
"The exact price of the one rate was not discussed in detail, but it would likely be a new blended rate tied to the financial aid allowance," Friedrich wrote.
MIT holds annual family weekend
Zoe Zhang, who attended 18.02 (Multivariable Calculus), said “The class I attended was great. Having a class with my daughter was amazing.”
MIT administration responds to Lobby 7 protest
At 10:43 P.M. Nov. 9, President Sally Kornbluth sent an email to the MIT community regarding a protest and counterprotest that occurred in Lobby 7 and the Infinite Corridor. According to Kornbluth, the administration “informed all protestors that they must leave the lobby area within a set time, or they would be subject to suspension.” In an email from Vice Chancellor and Dean for Student Life Suzy Nelson dated Nov. 9, protestors were instructed “to not disrupt living, working, and learning spaces at MIT,” and protest in “only approved protest venues.”