Class of 2022 Commencement follows new format after two virtual ceremonies
MIT’s first in-person Commencement ceremony in three years will implement a new format first proposed in 2019 for the Class of 2020’s graduation. Taking place approximately one week earlier than previous ceremonies, the new format includes a OneMIT ceremony on Killian Court separate from advanced degree ceremonies for Master’s and Doctoral candidates and from an undergraduate ceremony on Briggs Field.
Professor Tim Jamison to conclude term as associate provost June 30
Chemistry Professor Tim Jamison’s three-year term as associate provost will conclude June 30, according to a May 19 email from Provost Cynthia Barnhart PhD ’88. Barnhart wrote that Tim was appointed in 2019 to “advance the Institute’s efforts to cultivate an inclusive and diverse community.”
Stratton Student Center to undergo renovations
The Stratton Student Center is set to undergo renovations as soon as Spring 2023; the renovations aim to transform the building into a more welcoming space for students. The center, built in 1968, has not undergone a significant renovation since 1988, when the atrium stairs at the center of the building were added.
Paper diplomas, Memorial Day, summer registration
Advanced degree recipients may pick up their traditional paper diploma Friday, May 27 from 1–5 p.m. at the first floor of the Stata Center.
Sunshine in the rain
It may not be the sunny clear skies of another day, but worry not!! Commencement is still a day of celebration!
Course 6 curriculum revisions presented by education officers
The main changes include changing all 3-digit numbers to 4-digit numbers.
Number of positive COVID-19 tests double last week
Nelson and Stuopis wrote that they “are strongly encouraging all students, staff, postdocs, faculty, and campus visitors to wear high-quality masks indoors.”
Last day of classes, final exams, move-out
The last day of classes for the Spring 2022 semester is May 10.
Overcast occasions only
In this final stretch of the semester, even the sky seems a little hosed and gloomy as we’ve been experiencing some showers and cloudy weather this week.
Behind the scenes of ‘MIT: Regressions (a history of the Institute)'
This project has taken about a year and a half. We thought it would only take three months. A lot of why it took so long is because we keep on finding these insane threads and rabbit holes.
MIT releases draft of Strategic Plan on Graduate Advising and Mentoring
In order to incentivize faculty and thesis supervisors, an “Institute-level award that recognizes excellence in mentoring and advising” will also be created.
Class of 2024 Ring Delivery held at Fairmont Copley Plaza Sunday
The live performer, Chance Emerson, was “fantastic,” Struckman said, adding that a highlight of her night was “dancing with [her] friends to the live music.”
SpringFest, last day of classes, pre-registration
SpringFest Concert will be on Briggs Field A April 30 from 7–10 p.m. Bren Joy and Tai Verdes will perform.
April showers bring May flowers (and cold), respectfully!
As you enjoy the dry weather, remember to grab a jacket or sweater for the next few days, along with a mask (encouraged)!
Springtime shenanigans
Prepare to welcome a mostly sunny and warm weekend which gives way to a colder, cloudier, and rainier week.
Faculty pass proposals for 6-4 SB and 6-14 MEng programs, set to begin this fall
The 6-4 SB and 6-14 MEng programs will be offered to students by the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science beginning Fall 2022.
MIT to advance Indigenous scholarship and support of its Indigenous community
MIT will also fund “a study to research and document” the role of MIT’s third president Francis Walker in “advancing the Native American reservation system, which cruelly and unjustly relocated Native Americans from their land to make way for European settlers.”
MIT Divest meets with Attorney General’s Office regarding legal complaint
The 2015 Climate Action Plan was also criticized for outlining very sparing goals, such as “reducing emissions by 32% by 2030.”
Compton lecture, Ring Delivery, second half-of-term class drop date
Marty Baron will deliver the annual Compton lecture on Thursday, April 21.
MIT selects five flagship projects for the Climate Grand Challenges
CREWSnet will combine climate science, impact modeling, and accessible decision support tools within “an established humanitarian and social development environment.”