Prof. Bawendi Recalls Life as a Student, Gives Advice to Frosh
<i>This is the last interview in a five-part series introducing incoming students to some of MIT’s faculty, staff, and student leaders. Today, </i>The Tech<i> features an interview with Moungi G. Bawendi, a professor in the Department of Chemistry who teaches 5.112 (Principles of Chemical Science), among other courses. Bawendi discusses his background and research, and his experience advising students.</i>
Average SAT Scores Hold Steady Across the Nation
After two years of slight declines, SAT scores held steady this year, according to a report released Tuesday by the College Board, the nonprofit organization that owns the exam.
An Increase in Female Applicants Seen for Class of 2012 Admissions
In a college admissions cycle that saw major changes in financial aid and early application programs, the final admissions statistics and profile for the Class of 2012 remained comparable to previous years with the only sizable effect being an increase in female applicants to MIT.
Federal Ruling Is Major Victory For Supporters of Free Software
A legal dispute involving model railroad hobbyists has resulted in a major courtroom victory for the free software movement also known as open-source software.
Hundreds Take Advantage of MIT’s New Commuter Subsidies
About 700 Institute employees have signed up for free transit passes through the Institute for the month of September.
Nir Discusses GSC Goals, Challenges Facing First- Year Graduate Students
<i>This is the fourth interview in a five-part series introducing incoming students to some of MIT’s faculty, staff, and student leaders. Today, </i>The Tech<i> features an interview with Oaz Nir G, the president of the Graduate Student Council, who describes the GSC’s advocacy and offers advice to incoming graduate students.</i>
Where Are the Cities Of Georgia? Google Maps Doesn’t Know
Over the summer, we at <i>The Tech</i> heard there was a war between Russia and the country of Georgia. Curious, I turned to the popular source for cartographic data, Google Maps.
Democratic National Convention Characterized By Airport-Style Security, Crowds of Delegates
In a city with a history of air quality issues, the event kicked off with tightly scripted festivities, even as outsiders raised concerns about a team member’s relative youth. A massive show of police force was present to minimize any potentially embarrassing protests. The theme of the day was “One World, One Dream.” Oops. That was the Olympics. The theme of the day was “One Nation,” but other than that, everything else I wrote also applied to Monday’s opening of the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
Harvard Investigates Univ. Police Following Allegations of Racism
Harvard University will launch an examination of the campus Police Department following long-running complaints that officers have unfairly treated black students and professors and, in an incident this month, a black high school student working at Harvard.
MIT Discovery About Insect Life May Open Door to New Products
One afternoon, John W.M. Bush, MIT math guru, ventured to a pond to collect insects known as water striders for his research. It wasn’t until he returned to his lab that he discovered an interloper in his bucket.
Dental Plan Launched By GSC
This year, for the first time ever, graduate students will be able to purchase basic dental insurance through MIT.
Three Dorms to Undergo Network Improvements; Analog Phones Removed
Three dormitories — Burton-Conner, MacGregor House, and Green Hall — are undergoing construction to modernize the buildings’ network services.
Jessop Discusses Role as UA President, Goals for New Year
<i>This is the third interview in a five-part series introducing incoming students to some of MIT’s faculty, staff, and student leaders. Today, </i>The Tech<i> features an interview with Noah S. Jessop ’09, the president of the Undergraduate Association. Jessop and UA Vice President Michael A. Bennie ’10 also wrote an opinion column on page 4.</i>
$3 Mil. Project To Upgrade Stata Snow Facilities
MIT has initiated a $3 million project to upgrade the snow-melting systems on the Stata Center, MIT Building 32.
Police Log
<i>The following incidents were reported to the MIT Police between Aug. 5, 2008 and Aug. 24, 2008. This summary does not include incidents such as false alarms, general service calls, or medical shuttles.</i>
MIT Alumna Arrested in Afghanistan Disputes Govt. Case
Aafia Siddiqui ’95 — terrorist or victim?