campus services archiveMIT Medical: Summer changes for Urgent Care and Inpatient Unit - From June 19 to Aug. 17, MIT Medical's Urgent Care Service in Building E23 will be closed during the late-night hours of 10 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., though care will continue around the clock. Urgent Care will resume 24-hour-a-day operation in Building E23 on Aug. 18. June 12, 2009 IS&T launches service for interactive text messaging - MIT's Information Services & Technology (IS&T) recently launched an interactive text messaging service that provides a new way for community members to access information on the go. June 9, 2009 MIT's youngest graduates - When the Technology Children's Center opened in the Stata Center in the summer of 2004, it was the first center to offer infant care on campus -- and these four children were among its first enrollees. June 3, 2009 Preliminary reports submitted to Task Force - The nine working groups that comprise MIT's Institute-wide Planning Task Force have submitted their preliminary reports outlining the best ways to reduce costs, boost revenues and increase MIT's effectiveness in performing its mission. June 1, 2009 Annual support staff 'toolkit' and luncheon set for June 11 - MIT will host the third annual Support Staff Professional Development Toolkit event on Thursday, June 11. The event features a series of workshops that give support staff an opportunity to focus on their professional development. May 13, 2009 Endicott House, gardeners' group holding plant sale May 20-21 - The annual Endicott House spring plant sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, in McDermott Court, and on Thursday, May 21, on the Student Center lawn. May 13, 2009 MIT helps smokers quit - "Quitting smoking is easy -- I've done it hundreds of times," said a rueful Mark Twain. Like many would-be ex-smokers, he had trouble "staying quit," but MIT Medical is helping smokers stop for good with a program that's free to the MIT community. May 12, 2009 Committee on Animal Care solicits feedback - The Committee on Animal Care is soliciting information that would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. May 11, 2009 Bike awareness event planned for May 13 - MIT's Office of Parking and Transportation will hold a bike awareness event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, outside the Stratton Student Center. Join in and learn how to commute to work safely by bike. Register your bike during the event and get a free T-shirt with your bike permit. May 6, 2009 Searching for roots of compassion - Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, exhorted a packed audience at Kresge Auditorium on Thursday, April 30, to work toward a more compassionate world, emphasizing that a loving and ethical life can be based on any religion, or on no religion. May 5, 2009 Community Spring Break event canceled - In light of ongoing concerns about the H1N1 influenza ("swine flu") virus, the Spring Break event originally scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, in Killian Court has been canceled. May 5, 2009 Task Force assessing ideas on efficiencies, expenses - MIT's Institute-wide Planning Task Force is now evaluating ideas from the MIT community on how to handle budget reductions and is working toward its preliminary recommendations, due in June. May 5, 2009 Dalai Lama visits MIT - The Dalai Lama today visits MIT to dedicate a new center aimed at promoting ethical behavior and leadership. April 30, 2009 MIT's preparations for H1N1 influenza ("swine flu") - A letter to the MIT community on the H1N1 influenza ("swine flu") cases reported in Mexico and other countries, as well as in several U.S. states including Massachusetts. April 30, 2009 MIT's new faculty work/life web site - MIT faculty members looking for support in the area of work/life balance now have a new resource at their disposal: a single MIT web site that pulls together much of the information that was previously scattered across multiple sites. April 28, 2009 MIT to reduce the number of varsity sports offered - Today, MIT announces that the following eight varsity sports will no longer be offered at the Institute: Alpine Skiing, Golf, Men's Ice Hockey, Women's Ice Hockey, Men's Gymnastics, Women's Gymnastics, Pistol, and Wrestling. These changes are effective at the conclusion of this academic year. April 23, 2009 Summit to explore global sustainability - As the capstone of its first year as a campus-wide student organization, Sustainability@MIT will be holding the first annual Sustainability Summit. The daylong event, which will include invited talks and panel discussions, will take place Friday in Walker Memorial. April 21, 2009 Your guide to Earth Week 2009 events at MIT - MIT will celebrate Earth Week 2009 with four days of exhibitions, fairs and a film screening. A variety of MIT groups and vendors will be featured, with five major themes: energy conservation, food, green purchasing, recycling and transportation. April 17, 2009 High-flying films and facts - On three Wednesdays in April, MIT Aero-Astro faculty -- including a former fighter pilot, a former space shuttle astronaut and a designer of future space suits -- will take part in a special film and lecture series cosponsored by the Lecture Series Committee and Giant Leaps. April 14, 2009 Gardeners on the roof - This summer, vegetables, flowers and herbs will take the place of some of the cars and trucks atop MIT's West Garage as part of MIT's first-ever community garden. April 8, 2009 Minding their ps and qs about kwhs - In the third annual Dorm Electricity Competition, this year graduate dorms will be joining the undergrads in vying to see which dorm can reduce its electricity use the most during an 8-week period. Winners will divide $10,000 for dorm improvements. April 8, 2009 MIT Police review panel members named - MIT has selected eight people to serve on a review panel that will determine whether MIT Police have the policies, governance and disciplinary systems needed to promote police practice at the highest level. April 7, 2009 BAMIT event highlights black achievement in arts and sciences - Honoring what Chancellor Phil Clay PhD '75 called "a deep and relevant history," members of Black Alumni at MIT (BAMIT) held a semi-formal dinner in the Picower Institute Atrium on Saturday to celebrate its 30th anniversary as an organization. April 6, 2009 Task Force working groups move from information to planning - MIT's Institute-wide Planning Task Force, created to find ways to reduce costs and increase efficiencies in the Institute's operations over the next three years, is completing the first phase of its work -- gathering data and suggestions from the Institute's students, faculty and staff. March 31, 2009 New vanpools forming now; seats available on existing routes - A new vanpool between Westborough/Framingham and Kendall Square will begin in April, offering members of the community another money-saving commuting option. March 30, 2009 Students, DSL team up to bring produce stand to campus - A cooperative effort between students and Division of Student Life is bearing fruit in the form of a campus produce stand that will open for business beginning Tuesday, March 31. March 27, 2009 Missing something? Check MIT's lost and found - Several items of significant value have been turned in to the MIT lost and found recently, and the police department is looking for the rightful owners. March 23, 2009 MIT review panel to evaluate police policies - The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is appointing a special review panel to determine whether MIT Police have the policies, governance and disciplinary systems needed to promote police practice at the highest level. March 20, 2009 MIT faculty open access to their scholarly articles - In a move aimed at broadening access to MIT's research and scholarship, faculty at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have unanimously voted to make their scholarly articles available to the public for free and open access on the Web. March 20, 2009 MITAC turns 25 - The MIT Activities Committee (MITAC) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this week with open houses on both MIT's main campus and at Lincoln Laboratory. March 17, 2009 Awards and Honors - Recent achievements by members of the MIT community. March 12, 2009 A reminder on international travel - As spring break approaches and members of the MIT community make plans for international travel, MIT recommends that they review the MIT Travel Risk Policy. March 12, 2009 Power down - IS&T has made recommendations about energy-efficient computers, enabling energy-saving settings and consolidating underused servers by using virtualization. With community adoption of these guidelines, MIT would save about 8m kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. March 10, 2009 MIT hosts diversity roundtable - Ways to enhance diversity were explored in the March 9 HERC 2009 Diversity Roundtable at MIT. Human resource professionals brainstormed goals for making work places welcoming to all races, ages, genders and work styles. March 10, 2009 Library book sale Feb. 26 - MIT Libraries' book sale will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Feb. 26 in the Bush Room, 10-105. February 24, 2009 'Mind-Body Month' offers self-care, stress relief tips - With economic issues constantly in the news and other seasonal stresses taking their toll, MIT's "Mind-Body Month" -- being held now through March -- aims to enhance community members' well being, health and relaxation. February 18, 2009 New staff site gathers wealth of resources - Using the framework of a website first created by Anne Deveau, a member of the Working Group on Support Staff issues, the site was developed by a project team that included Deveau, Human Resources, the News Office, and Publishing Services Bureau. February 10, 2009 Letter to the community on Institute-wide planning - Provost L. Rafael Reif, Chancellor Phillip L. Clay and Executive Vice President & Treasurer Theresa M. Stone update the MIT community about the Institute-wide planning process. February 9, 2009 Resource Development, Alumni Association win awards - MIT's Office of Resource Development and the MIT Alumni Association recently won top prizes in the 2009 District 1 awards competition sponsored by the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). February 6, 2009 Institute employees honored for work through diversity programs - Three MIT community members will be honored through two programs designed to recognize excellence in work performance and enhance leadership capabilities of high-performing minority employees. February 4, 2009 Blue Lobster Bowl at MIT - Sixteen teams of the region's top science students will answer questions in areas such as biology, marine science, chemistry and ocean engineering at the annual Blue Lobster Bowl on Feb. 7 at MIT. February 3, 2009 Who's the best recycler of all? - The entire MIT community will have a chance to compete this year as the campus squares off against others around the country for a national recycling competition. January 30, 2009 Darwin lives - Many of the mysteries from Charles Darwin's theories on evolution were explored this month as part of a three-day MIT conference that celebrated the 200th birthday of the famed naturalist and examined his continuing impact on geology, biology and culture. January 28, 2009 Waves of tranquility - Hackers recently turned Killian Court into a zone of tranquility and calm, in part thanks to the blanket of fresh snow that fell this past week. January 21, 2009 MIT to launch diversity and inclusion site this month - Building on the momentum established at the Diversity Leadership Congress in November, MIT will launch a new web site dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion at the Institute. January 16, 2009 MIT conference celebrates Darwin bicentennial - Featuring some of the nation's most prominent researchers in a variety of disciplines, the Jan. 22-24 Charles Darwin Bicentennial Symposium will highlight recent discoveries on how evolution works and how it continues to alter our lives. January 16, 2009 Going green saves MIT green - When it comes to changing the ways energy is produced and used, MIT has long been at the forefront of research. Now, in addition, students, faculty and staff are working hard to put improvements in energy efficiency into practice on campus. January 13, 2009 Emergency text-message service being tested this month - Be on the lookout this month for a test of the MIT Alert text-messaging service, a key component of the Institute's emergency notification program. January 12, 2009 Get ready to getfit@mit - Did you resolve to get into better shape in 2009? If so, you're in luck, because registration for the fifth annual getfit@mit team fitness challenge is now open. January 8, 2009 Letter to the community on Institute budget process - We are writing to update you on the Institute's planning process in response to the contracting economy and to the strains we anticipate it will place on our traditional revenue sources. December 11, 2008 Alumnus returns to open eco-friendly truck - When Ayr Muir SB '00, SM '01 left a corporate position to follow his passion for food, it led him back to MIT and to one of its most unique culinary segments: the food trucks. December 8, 2008 Log off, drop in, rev up: Take a 'winter break' - On Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 4-5 p.m. in Lobby 7 there will be a special break-from-winter event, complete with music, refreshments and more. December 4, 2008 OCW welcomes 50 million visitors - MIT's OpenCourseWare (OCW) has now shared MIT course materials with more than 50 million visitors worldwide, indicating how OCW has grown from a bold idea into a global movement that is reshaping the role of the university in the digital age. December 2, 2008 Light a candle for the victims in Mumbai - All members of the MIT community are invited to a candlelight vigil to honor the memory of those killed and wounded in last week's terror attacks in Mumbai. The vigil will be held in Killian Court on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30-7 p.m. December 1, 2008 Q&A with Information Technology VP Jerry Grochow - MIT Vice President for Information Services and Technology Jerrold "Jerry" Grochow shares his insights about the Institute's changing computing infrastructure and how it will benefit the community. November 19, 2008 Promoting diversity - Hundreds of academic, administrative and student leaders gathered on Tuesday, Nov. 18 for the first Diversity Leadership Congress, which aimed to accelerate efforts at promoting diversity and inclusion across MIT. November 19, 2008 Don't Miss Global Entrepreneurship Week - More than two dozen MIT departments and student organizations are combining efforts to help celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week, which runs Nov. 17- 23. November 17, 2008 Dine on campus Nov. 18 and help fund community service - By making a purchase in a Campus Dining cafe on Tuesday, Nov. 18, you will help fund MIT community service projects through the annual "5 percent day." November 17, 2008 Letter to the community on MIT finances - In a letter to the MIT community dated Nov. 17, 2008, President Susan Hockfield and Provost L. Rafael Reif discuss the situation in global financial markets and its impact on the Institute. November 17, 2008 Blood drive at MIT Nov 17-21 - MIT's American Red Cross Team and Network will be conducting a blood drive from Monday, Nov. 17, through Friday, Nov. 21, in La Sala de Puerto Rico on the second floor of the MIT Student Center. November 14, 2008 Interactive video education project in Jordan - Two MIT professors traveled to Jordan this month to help kick off a new initiative called Blended Learning Open Source Science or Math Studies (BLOSSOMS), a joint international collaboration of educators from the United States, Jordan and Pakistan. November 13, 2008 2009 Benefits Open Enrollment starts next week - Benefits Open Enrollment takes place from 9 a.m. on Nov. 10 until 4 p.m. on Nov. 21. This two-week period provides the opportunity for all benefits-eligible faculty and staff to enroll or make changes to their medical and dental coverage. November 6, 2008 New center prepares students for global success - The Office of the Dean for Undergraduate Education announced the formation of the Global Education and Career Development Center. While GEO and the CDC will offer distinct services for students and faculty, they will also operate as a one-stop organization. November 5, 2008 MIT Federal Credit Union seeks candidates - MIT Federal Credit Union, is seeking credit union members who are interested in serving on its volunteer board of directors. Three three-year terms on the board will be open for the 2009 election in the spring. November 5, 2008 Researchers, protect your inventions - Publishing academic papers is a top priority for MIT researchers, but they should also be aware of the need to protect their inventions with patents. That's where MIT's Technology Licensing Office can help. October 28, 2008 MIT Furniture Exchange holding open houses - The MIT Student Furniture Exchange is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, with three days of open houses on Saturday, Nov. 1 (from 10 a.m-1 p.m), Tuesday, Nov. 4 (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Thursday, Nov. 6 (from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.). October 24, 2008 MIT Medical launches upgraded web site - The MIT Medical Department has relaunched its web site with a new address -- medweb.mit.edu -- as well as clearer navigation, patient-specific guides and an improved clinician directory. October 2, 2008 Library book sale Oct. 9 - MIT Libraries' book sale will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Oct. 9 in the Bush Room, 10-105. October 1, 2008 Eat Local Challenge returns to MIT - Bon Appétit's "Eat Local Challenge" returns to campus Tuesday, Sept. 30. For Tuesday's dinner, chefs in MIT's four West Campus House Dining locations will create entrées using ingredients sourced entirely from within a 150-mile radius of the campus. September 29, 2008 Travel Vendor Fair takes place Sept. 23 - The 10th Annual Travel Vendor Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23, in Lobby 13. September 17, 2008 Vendor fair set for Sept. 18 - On Thursday, Sept. 18, members of the MIT community are invited to visit with more than 100 suppliers/vendors of goods and services for MIT. September 16, 2008 Endicott House garden sale starts Sept. 10 - The Endicott House fall garden sale will be held today, Wednesday, Sept. 10, and tomorrow, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. September 10, 2008 Jacks to accept award from EHS - Tyler Jacks, director of the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research at MIT, will be presented an award by the Environment, Health and Safety Office on Sept. 12, at 10:30 a.m., in recognition of the Koch Institute's outstanding EHS performance. September 10, 2008 Blood drive set for Sept. 8-12 - MIT's American Red Cross Team and Network will be conducting a blood drive Sept. 8, 9, 10 and 12 in La Sala de Puerto Rico on the second floor of the MIT Student Center. September 2, 2008 Not quite a teen, not fully an adult - Fueled by hormone fluctuations, the teenage years can be a time of huge emotional upheaval. But, as an initiative by MIT's Young Adult Development Project finds, the roller coaster may not end at the 18th birthday. August 1, 2008 MIT announces new commuter benefits - MIT will significantly boost its MBTA commuter rail subsidies and offer free, one-month trial transit passes and other green incentives as part of a package of new commuting options for the 2008-2009 academic year. July 30, 2008 Blood drive June 23-27 - MIT's American Red Cross Team and Network will be conducting a blood drive June 23-27 in La Sala de Puerto Rico on the second floor of the MIT Student Center. June 11, 2008 MIT to remember victims of recent disasters May 27 - MIT will observe a moment of reflection at noon on Tuesday, May 27, for the tens of thousands of people who lost their lives this month in natural disasters in China and Myanmar. May 23, 2008 Gardeners' group holding plant sale May 21-22 - The MIT Gardeners' Group May event will be a plant sale in conjunction with our colleagues at Endicott House. The sale will be on Wednesday, May 21, and Thursday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the "dot" lawn outside of Building 54. May 21, 2008 HR @ Your Service: Unexpected career trajectories - One of the best things about working at MIT is the opportunity for career advancement. Some people have several jobs in their tenure here, while others have several careers. Just consider Diana Hughes, who started at MIT eight years ago. May 21, 2008 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. May 14, 2008 Notification plan launched for campus alerts - To improve MIT's ability to communicate rapidly with members of the community during an emergency, MIT emergency planners are asking students, faculty and staff to enter or update their emergency notification information on line. May 7, 2008 Azalea regalia - MIT Facilities gardener Kathy Coletti plants red azaleas by the Landau building near East Campus as spring begins to bloom on campus. May 7, 2008 Get your MIT news when you want it, how you want it - Readers of Tech Talk can now get an electronic version of MIT's official newspaper delivered each week through a new RSS feed set up by the MIT News Office. The new feed is among a number of MIT news delivery methods. May 7, 2008 A new era for telephones on campus: MITvoip rollout begins - Information Services and Technology has created the MITvoip service, which will be generally available for departments, labs and centers and is intended to replace MIT's traditional telephone service. April 16, 2008 MIT retirement benefits seminar to be held April 23 - Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 23, from noon until 1 p.m. Representatives from MIT's Retirement Benefits office and Fidelity Investments will be in the Bush Room (Building 10-105) for a presentation titled, "Investing in Uncertain Markets." April 16, 2008 Libraries' book sale April 30 - MIT Libraries' book sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 30 in the Bush Room (10-105). April 16, 2008 Committee on Animal Care solicits feedback - The Committee on Animal Care is soliciting information that would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. April 9, 2008 $500K helps MIT walk the talk on energy conservation - Office lights that turn themselves off when no one is around and lab bench fans that shut down when you walk away are two of a series of new campus energy conservation projects that will help MIT reduce its carbon footprint. April 2, 2008 Deadline for credit union scholarships, award is March 28 - Applications for six memorial scholarships and nominations for the People Helping People Award--both awarded by MIT Federal Credit Union--are due this Friday, March 28. March 25, 2008 MIT's Lost and Found goes online - MIT has put the power of the Internet behind its Lost and Found, giving community members a chance to report lost property online and also view a list of items turned in to MIT Police. March 19, 2008 Three things you should know about your benefits - Information on backup child care and elder care, the Family Medical Leave Act and retirement plan vesting. March 19, 2008 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. March 12, 2008 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. February 13, 2008 HR introduces adoption benefit - In a milestone for MIT Benefits, a member of the MIT community recently became the first person to benefit from the Institute's new Adoption Assistance Program, which provides up to $5,000 per finalized adoption for all benefits-eligible MIT employees. January 30, 2008 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. January 16, 2008 New federal chemical rules to impact MIT - The MIT Environment, Health and Safety Office is asking departments, laboratories and centers at the Institute for help in responding to new federal regulations aimed at preventing the misuse of certain chemicals. January 4, 2008 The art of communication - MIT is making it easier for students, faculty and staff to learn about the hundreds of energizing performances, lectures and other art events taking place at the Institute. December 12, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. December 12, 2007 MIT Endicott House hosts holiday buffet Dec. 18 - MIT Endicott House will offer a special seasonal dinner buffet Dec. 18. December 12, 2007 Get ready for getfit@mit - Looking for ways to beat the winter blues during another long New England winter? Teams of five to eight people are invited to take part in the fourth annual getfit@mit fitness challenge. December 12, 2007 Quit smoking in 2008 - The MIT Center for Health Promotion and Wellness will offer an evening group for individuals seeking help quitting smoking. The class starts Jan. 9 and will run for seven consecutive Wednesdays. December 12, 2007 NEW DATE: Unwind at the MIT Community Winter Break Dec. 17 - The Office of the President invites all faculty, staff and students to an MIT Community Winter Break in Building 7 on Monday, Dec. 17 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. December 7, 2007 New manager training - What prepares someone to be a manager? How do leaders become more effective? Can individuals learn to initiate change in their own work life? These are some of the questions addressed in HR's development programs for MIT employees. November 28, 2007 Campus Dining hosts 5 percent day - Eat, drink and be giving--again! MIT Campus Dining will host the second annual "5% Day" on Wednesday, Nov. 28, when 5 percent of all sales conducted in all Campus Dining retail locations will be donated to the MIT Community Service Fund. November 27, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. November 14, 2007 MIT will host first Great American Smokeout - Thirty percent of all cancer deaths are attributable to smoking, so helping friends and family to stop will be the focus of the first ever cross-campus Great American Smokeout event at MIT on Nov. 15. November 13, 2007 MIT develops lecture search engine to aid students - A new lecture search engine developed at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory could help students find specific parts of online lectures. The web-based technology allows users to search hundreds of MIT lectures for key topics. November 7, 2007 Events Fair Nov. 7 - Learns the ins and outs of planning an event at MIT at the Events Fair '07, which is being held between 12 noon and 2:00 p.m. Nov. 7 in Kresge Lobby. November 7, 2007 Great American Smokeout at MIT Nov. 15 - The American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout is coming up, and MIT Medical, in association with MIT's Community Health Working Group, wants to help you or someone you care about to quit smoking. November 7, 2007 Wooden it be nice . . . - The MIT Hobby Shop was featured in the October 2007 edition of American Woodworker magazine, including colorful photos and Director Ken Stone's written history of the 69-year-old shop. October 31, 2007 Got benefits? - Maybe you haven't thought about your benefits since you started working at MIT. Or maybe it's only during Open Enrollment--the two-week period each year when benefits-eligible employees can make benefit plan changes for the coming year. October 24, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's at--Copyright corner - Digitalk interviewed Larry Benedict, dean for Student Life, and Jerrold "Jerry" Grochow, vice president for IS&T, for a high-level view of how MIT is responding to concerns about peer-to-peer file sharing and copyright infringement. October 24, 2007 Committee on Animal Care solicits feedback - The Committee on Animal Care is soliciting information that would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. October 24, 2007 Flu clinics under way at MIT Medical - As the flu season approaches, MIT Medical reminds you to consider getting immunized. MIT Medical immunization clinics will be held on the Cambridge campus for members of the MIT community and in Lexington for Lincoln Lab employees. October 24, 2007 The spin on IS&T's new tricycle - Jerry Grochow, vice president for Information Services and Technology at MIT, took a celebratory ride on campus using the department's new Haley urban cargo tricycle, which will be used to deliver laptops and other equipment around campus. October 23, 2007 A place to call home - Members of the Institute community who plan to stay involved in life at MIT after they retire have a new housing option, the University Residential Communities at MIT, located just blocks from the main campus. October 16, 2007 Environment, Health and Safety holds open house Oct. 11 - The MIT Environment, Health, and Safety Office will hold an open house Thursday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the fourth floor of N52 at 265 Mass. Ave. October 3, 2007 Check out MIT Bookmobile Oct. 5 - The Humanities Library will hold its next Bookmobile from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 5 in Lobby 10. October 3, 2007 International Development Fair slated for Oct. 5 - MIT's annual International Development Fair will take place on Friday, Oct. 5, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Lobby 13. October 3, 2007 MIT Libraries' book sale - Oct. 2 - MIT Libraries' book sale will be held Oct. 2 in the Bush Room. The sale offers a selection of material from diverse areas including biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, fiction, history, linguistics, management and music. October 1, 2007 Travel vendor fair Sept. 25 - The Ninth Annual Travel Vendor Fair will be held Tuesday, Sept. 25, in Lobby 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. September 19, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. September 19, 2007 MIT 'vendor fair' is back - On Thursday, Sept. 13, members of the MIT community will be able to visit with more than 100 vendors of goods and services at MIT. September 12, 2007 Phone directory deadline is Sept. 14 - Human Resources reminds members of the MIT community to verify their personal information for the printed telephone directory by Friday, Sept. 14. September 12, 2007 Leader to Leader application deadline is Sept. 30 - Applications for the 2008 Leader to Leader Program are due Sept. 30. L2L is a unique leadership development program for leaders from the MIT community. September 12, 2007 Blood drive Sept. 17-21 - MIT's American Red Cross Team and Network will be conducting a blood drive Sept. 17-21 in La Sala de Puerto Rico on the second floor of the MIT Student Center. September 12, 2007 New office a 'one-stop home' for MIT security needs - MIT launched a Security and Emergency Management Office this summer to coordinate campus security policies and provide assistance with security questions and advice on installing security systems. August 24, 2007 MIT Federal Credit Union calls for volunteers - The Supervisory Committee of the MIT Federal Credit Union offers an opportunity to members interested in taking a leadership role in their credit union. July 18, 2007 Excellence awards - Recent achievements by members of the MIT community. June 6, 2007 Annual plant sale follows Commencement - The MIT Community Service Fund will host its annual fundraising sale of the plants displayed on the Commencement podium and surrounding stage on Friday, June 8 at 3:30 p.m. June 6, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. May 23, 2007 Student teams 'Wiffle' their way to Fenway - Five members of the Kappa Sigma fraternity got the chance of a lifetime when they took to the field at Fenway Park for the "Wiffle Your Way to Fenway" championship held May 8. May 14, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. April 25, 2007 MIT Medical director outlines improvements in care - MIT Medical's 389 staff members handle 130,000 patient visits a year from students, staff, faculty, alumni and their family members. These patients see primary care clinicians and a host of specialists or are referred to the area's world-class teaching hospitals. April 23, 2007 Long-term care enrollment ends April 27 - MIT Benefits has announced a new enrollment period for long-term care insurance. Eligible, actively-at-work employees can enroll in long-term care insurance between March 26 and April 27, without having to answer any health questions. April 11, 2007 MIT Libraries book sale set for April 3 - MIT Libraries' book sale will be held on Tuesday, April 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Bush Room (10-105). March 30, 2007 Review group addresses medical recommendations - The working group convened by President Susan Hockfield in December 2005 in response to the report of the Task Force on Medical Care for the MIT Community has completed its work, reviewing and successfully addressing all 41 of the report's recommendations. March 21, 2007 Survey gives MIT a chance to talk back - This week, faculty, staff, students and alumni are being invited to participate in an online survey about MIT communications practices. March 21, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. March 21, 2007 MITFCU announces annual award and scholarship programs - The MIT Federal Credit Union has established a memorial scholarship to honor former MITFCU staff and volunteers who have contributed to the success of the credit union. March 21, 2007 MIT biodiesel student group wins national contest - The Biodiesel@MIT team was 10 minutes into its presentation--a talk the group had given many times to drum up support for bringing a biodiesel processor to campus--when there was a loud knock on the conference room door. March 16, 2007 Email back to normal - After what has been the longest mail disruption in MIT's history, email service has been fully restored--without loss of saved or in-transit email--to the approximately 4000 email subscribers affected by the crash of one of our central email servers. March 13, 2007 Cambridge-MIT Program offers academic, cultural opportunity - During the past six years, the Cambridge-MIT Undergraduate Student Exchange Program (CME) has provided MIT students with the opportunity to study at Cambridge University for a full year. March 13, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. February 28, 2007 Bearing up - MIT is celebrating Daffodil Days 2007, an MIT Women's League-sponsored fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. February 28, 2007 Regenerator event focuses on student initiatives - Dozens turned out for the Re-Generator, the second event seeking to broaden student involvement in a variety of energy-related campus initiatives. Attendees shared the goal of making MIT a more environmentally and energy-friendly place. February 21, 2007 Committee solicits animal care concerns - The chairman of the Committee on Animal Care and Claude Canizares, the vice president for research and associate provost, are once again soliciting any information that would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. February 15, 2007 MIT reorganizes academic computing services - Academic computing services at MIT have recently been realigned to better support educational innovation and improve responsiveness to faculty and students. February 14, 2007 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. January 24, 2007 Jan. 11 update on status of One Broadway: Notice of re-occupancy - A memo announcing the re-occupancy of One Broadway was sent Jan. 11 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. January 11, 2007 One Broadway FAQ - A list of frequently asked questions regarding the fire, environmental health and safety, and re-occupancy of One Broadway in Cambridge. January 11, 2007 Jan. 10 update on status of One Broadway: Re-occupancy - The latest memo on the re-occupancy status of One Broadway was sent Jan. 10 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. January 10, 2007 Jan. 6 update on status of One Broadway: Re-occupancy - A memo on the re-occupancy status of One Broadway was sent Jan. 6 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. January 6, 2007 Jan. 5 update on status of One Broadway: Environmental status - A memo reporting on the the environmental status of One Broadway was sent Jan. 5 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. January 5, 2007 Ice cream maker still sweet on MIT - Toscanini's ice cream shop owner Gus Rancatore has sold home-made frozen treats to hundreds of dignitaries and celebrities over the years, but some of his favorite customers have been the students, faculty and staff members of MIT. January 4, 2007 Jan. 3 update on status of One Broadway: Rent abatement - A memo informing tenants of rent abatement for One Broadway was sent Jan. 3 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. January 3, 2007 Jan. 2 update on status of One Broadway: Retail re-occupancy - A memo updating tenants on progress toward re-occupancy of One Broadway was sent Jan. 2 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. January 2, 2007 Dec. 29 update on status of One Broadway: Re-occupancy progress - A memo updating tenants on progress toward re-occupancy of One Broadway was sent Dec. 29 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. December 29, 2006 Dec. 27 update on status of One Broadway: Alarm testing, construction - A memo updating tenants on One Broadway was sent Dec. 27 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. December 27, 2006 Dec. 22 update on status of One Broadway: Health assessments - A memo updating tenants and employees on health assessments performed at One Broadway was sent Dec. 22 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate for the MIT Investment Management Company (MITIMCO), and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate for MITIMCO. December 22, 2006 New home for Dibner trees - On Saturday, Dec. 16, two mature pin oaks traveled down Main Street under MIT and Cambridge police escort, temporarily stopping traffic and pedestrians. December 20, 2006 Spectrum powers up in energy issue - The Winter 2007 issue of MIT Spectrum, "Powering Up: Confronting the Global Energy Challenge," focuses on energy and the Institute's leadership role in solving the growing crisis in energy resources. December 20, 2006 Annual fitness challenge expands, so you don't have to - The coming year promises to be the best yet for the annual MIT Get Fit Challenge, thanks to a number of changes to the program, including fitness plateau weeks and more chances to win the weekly prizes. December 20, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. December 20, 2006 Dec. 20 update on status of One Broadway: Temporary space - A memo updating tenants on temporary space available at One Broadway was sent Dec. 20 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate, and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. December 20, 2006 Dec. 18 update on status of One Broadway: Power shutdown Wednesday - A memo announcing a Wednesday power shutdown at One Broadway sent Dec. 18 from the director and managing director for real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. December 18, 2006 Dec. 17 update on status of One Broadway: Health assessments - Below is a memo sent Dec. 17 from Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate for the MIT Investment Management Company (MITIMCO), and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate for MITIMCO, to tenants and employees in One Broadway regarding health assessments of the building. December 17, 2006 Dec. 17 update on status of One Broadway: Temporary space - A memo regarding temporary space was sent Dec. 17 from the director and managing director for real estate, MIT Investment Management Company, to tenants and employees in One Broadway. December 17, 2006 Dec. 15 update on status of One Broadway - Steven C. Marsh, managing director of real estate for the MIT Investment Management Company (MITIMCO), and Michael K. Owu, director of real estate for MITIMCO, have updated tenants and employees in One Broadway on the status of the building. December 15, 2006 Treats comfort students as exam week looms - Late nights, good luck charms, snacks and stress are all part of the MIT final exam experience, and most MIT students would not have it any other way. December 15, 2006 MIT assists investigation into fire at One Broadway - Local, state and federal agencies are currently investigating the cause of Friday's electrical fire at One Broadway, where an NStar transformer exploded, resulting in one fatality and forcing hundreds of other workers to vacate the building. December 13, 2006 SENSEable City reveals 'friendspotting' - MIT researchers today unveiled a new social networking application that will make it possible for anyone on the Institute's 168-acre campus to locate anyone else, via their laptop. December 13, 2006 Museum displays 'Singular Beauty' of microscopes - The MIT Museum is currently showcasing the exquisite beauty of the simple microscope, the portable single-lens instruments invented in the 17th century and made famous by naturalists such as Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, Carl Linnaeus and Charles Darwin. December 13, 2006 Postcard sale will benefit homeless women - Put your creativity to work! "Postcards from MIT" is an art project in which all members of the MIT community--faculty, staff, students and alumni/ae--are invited to create and submit a piece of artwork on a postcard. December 13, 2006 Electrical fire evacuates One Broadway - A fire broke out today (Dec. 8) at approximately 10:45 a.m. in One Broadway, an office building owned by MIT at the corner of Third and Main Streets in Kendall Square. December 8, 2006 Building 38 evacuated - MIT Building 38 was evacuated about noon today due to the presence of a strong chemical odor, later identified by Boston Fire Department and MIT Environmental Health and Safety personnel as floor wax. December 8, 2006 Dining for dollars day supports Community Giving - On Dec. 6, helping to fund MIT service projects will be as easy as buying lunch. December 5, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. November 22, 2006 Book sale slated for Nov. 30 - The MIT Libraries will hold a book sale on Thursday, Nov. 30, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Bush Room (10-105). November 22, 2006 Credit union sponsoring coffee break - The MIT Federal Credit Union will be sponsoring an enhanced coffee break on Tuesday, Nov. 28. Please stop by to enjoy refreshments and talk to the MITFCU staff regarding the benefits of membership. November 22, 2006 Furniture Exchange opens its house - The MIT Student Furniture Exchange is hosting two open house events, both with refreshments, on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and on Tuesday, Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. November 22, 2006 MBTA fare increases and T pass types - An MBTA fare increase will take effect on Jan. 1, 2007. In addition to the fare increases, there will be a change in T pass types. November 22, 2006 Thanksgiving airport shuttle available - The Parking and Transportation Office will once again provide shuttle service to Logan Airport for the Thanksgiving Break. Shuttles will be available on Tuesday, Nov. 21, and Wednesday, Nov. 22. November 17, 2006 New mileage rate starts Jan. 1 - Effective Jan. 1, 2007, the mileage reimbursement rate for the use of private automobiles for business travel will be increased to $0.48 from $0.44, based on IRS regulations. November 15, 2006 Benefits enrollment begins Nov. 15 - It's almost open enrollment time at MIT, when MIT employees have the opportunity to review and update their annual benefits for the coming year. November 8, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. November 1, 2006 High-flying flag - NASA astronaut Heidemarie M. Stefanyshyn-Piper (S.B. 1985), the first alumna to fly in space, took this photo during her September mission aboard the Atlantis space shuttle. November 1, 2006 Libraries offer online access to Chronicle - The MIT Libraries have purchased an electronic subscription that offers full access to current and back issues of The Chronicle of Higher Education--previously available only to individual subscribers. November 1, 2006 R.D. Lewis Music Library turns 10 - The newly renovated Rosalind Denny Lewis Music Library opened its doors 10 years ago. People entered the library more than 500,000 times; approximately 330,000 items were circulated and more than 20 concerts and events were performed in the library by MIT faculty, students and staff. November 1, 2006 City Science fest seeks project proposals - The Cambridge Science Festival, presented by the MIT Museum, will offer a wide range of science- and technology-related activities over a period of nine days and in a variety of locations. October 30, 2006 Group offers support to survive the shock of the new - For many of the spouses and partners of MIT students, the first semester starts out exciting, but the second half is often when culture shock sets in, said Jessica Barton, director of the MIT Spouses and Partners Group. October 30, 2006 MIT Medical offers flu shots - As the flu season approaches, MIT Medical reminds you to consider getting immunized. You may get a flu shot when you visit your clinician for a regular appointment or you may make an appointment for one of several vaccination clinics taking place in November. October 26, 2006 Commuter survey rewards participants and the planet - On Oct. 23, all members of the MIT community were invited to complete a transportation survey that could not only help save the planet but also, thanks to a lottery among participants, bestow prizes. October 25, 2006 Cambridge announces poll information - The Cambridge Election Commission has provided MIT campus residents with polling information and locations for the upcoming elections on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2006. October 24, 2006 Randolph will serve as Institute chaplain - After 27 years at MIT, Senior Associate Dean Robert Randolph will step into a new role as Institute chaplain in January 2007 armed with a list of goals and hopes for the future of MIT's religious life. October 20, 2006 Parents are coming! - This weekend, more than 2,400 MIT parents and relatives are set to sample the MIT education their son or daughter experiences every day. October 13, 2006 MIT releases endowment figures - The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Investment Management Company (MITIMCo) has announced that the Institute's endowment generated a return of 23.0 percent for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2006. October 12, 2006 Dickson memorial service set for Oct. 6 - A memorial service for William R. Dickson, retired senior vice president, will be held Friday, Oct. 6 at 3 p.m. in Kirsch Auditorium in the Stata Center. October 4, 2006 Whittaker memorial service scheduled for Oct. 11 - A remembrance service for Elizabeth "Betty" Whittaker, retired associate secretary of the MIT Corporation, will be held Wednesday, Oct. 11 at 2 p.m. in Killian Hall (Room 14W-111). October 4, 2006 IS&T gets eco-friendly with hybrid van - In cooperation with the Ford-MIT Alliance, MIT Information Services and Technology (IS&T) has acquired a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid as the first step in replacing all IS&T vehicles with more fuel-efficient and "environmentally friendly" cars and vans. October 4, 2006 MIT joins higher ed recruitment consortium - MIT, in collaboration with 35 higher education institutions and affiliated teaching hospitals, including 12 of the region's largest employers, has announced the launch of the New England Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (New England HERC). October 2, 2006 Mathematician goes solar with a little MIT help - Professor David Vogan of mathematics says that one of the most exciting things about having solar panels on his Arlington roof is seeing his electricity meter run backward. The panels were installed as part of MIT's Community Solar Power Initiative. September 27, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. September 20, 2006 New student lounge dedicated - With musicians providing an appropriate lounge-music soundtrack, students, faculty and staff lingered last Friday afternoon to celebrate the opening of the new community lounge, located off the Infinite Corridor near Lobby 10. September 20, 2006 Student life grant proposals sought - The Graduate Students Office is seeking proposals for Graduate Student Life Grants. September 20, 2006 Travel Vendor Fair set for Sept. 26 - The Eighth Annual Travel Vendor Fair will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 26, in Lobby 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. September 20, 2006 Vendor fair today - More than 100 of MIT's suppliers of office, computer and lab supplies, equipment, furniture and temporary help will display their products and answer questions at the annual vendor fair today. September 14, 2006 MIT community offers reflections on Sept. 11, 2001 - On Monday, Sept. 11, the MIT Police Department honor guard conducted a remembrance honoring all those who were killed in the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and a student group, Forum on American Progress, held a memorial vigil on the steps of the Student Center. September 13, 2006 Gadgets and gizmos gotta go? Recycle! - There's more to recycling than bundling up newspapers and returning bottles. At MIT, all electronic equipment - from computers and printers to cell phones and lab equipment - is recyclable. September 13, 2006 VoIP pilot underway - Information Services and Technology is running a pilot program using Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology to provide telephone services via the MIT network. September 13, 2006 9/11 vigil offers time for reflection - Five years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States, there is still much need for healing, says the Forum on American Progress, a campus group, which will hold an anniversary vigil on the steps of the Student Center tonight. September 11, 2006 Cambridge announces poll information for primary elections - The state primary elections will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 19. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. September 11, 2006 New housemasters move into residences - The freshmen will not be the only new faces in East Campus, Next House and Simmons Hall this fall. A new crop of housemasters will also be making their debut. August 22, 2006 Hazy, hot and hoping for reprieve - All over campus, people ate their lunches indoors and hopped from one air-conditioned building to the next in an attempt to beat temperatures that climbed into the upper 90s in Boston and Cambridge on August 2. August 2, 2006 Zesiger Center makes A-List for great facilities - In the heat of the summer, it is good to know the best swimming pool in the Boston area is right here at MIT. In an Internet poll, the Al and Barrie Zesiger Sports and Fitness Center took home the title for "Best Swimming Pool" and "Best Cardio Gym" in the Boston metro area. July 20, 2006 Blood drive under way on campus - The Red Cross and MIT are holding a blood drive this week in the Student Center's La Sala de Puerto Rico. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. through July 14. July 12, 2006 MIT launches backup family care program - MIT has launched a backup child-care and elder-care referral program for use by Institute employees and their families.The referral program will be available to all benefits-eligible MIT faculty and staff beginning July 1, 2006. June 30, 2006 Information Services and Technology awards - 2006 Awards listings. June 7, 2006 Banner day for MIT Police - President Susan Hockfield congratulates Chief John DiFava of the MIT Police at the opening of the campus police department's new headquarters at 301 Vassar St. on Thursday, June 1. June 5, 2006 Plant swap scheduled for June 16 - The MIT Gardeners' Group will hold its annual plant swap on Friday, June 16, from noon to 1:30 p.m. on the sidewalk near the MIT Chapel. May 24, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. May 17, 2006 MIT is named HeartSafe Community - MIT became the first college in the country to be officially honored with a HeartSafe Community designation on Wednesday, May 10, in the Student Center. May 17, 2006 Security note to community - On April 26, MIT learned that a computer file containing some identifying personal information was inadvertently sent from the office of the vice president for research to an MIT mailing list. May 12, 2006 Brief leak in Building 13 handled safely - Cambridge Fire Department personnel responded Friday, May 5, to a call to MIT's Building 13. The cause was a brief leak of silane gas in a lab at about 3:15 p.m. The leak caused sparks, but no injuries and no damage. May 5, 2006 Blood drive starts today - A blood drive will be held at MIT today and Thursday, May 4, from noon to 6 p.m. in La Sala de Puerto Rico. May 3, 2006 Parking Office moving to Stratton - The Parking and Transportation Office will move to W20-022, in the Stratton Student Center, on Monday, May 8. May 3, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. April 26, 2006 Find out about studying abroad - An information session for students interested in studying abroad will be held Thursday, April 20, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Room 1-277. April 12, 2006 Freshmen offer Campus Preview advice - With the memories still fresh in their minds, many members of the MIT Class of 2009 had advice for the roughly 875 prefreshmen who will descend upon MIT during Campus Preview Weekend, April 6-9. April 5, 2006 MIT makes mental health a priority - MIT began putting an increased emphasis on the nonacademic aspects of student life in the late 1990s. New residence halls were built, dining options were expanded, and the Institute made a dedicated effort to enhance its mental health-care system. April 3, 2006 Police move now official - The MIT Campus Police have officially moved into their new headquarters at 301 Vassar St., Building W89. The building is just past Simmons Hall and is on MIT's Shuttle and SafeRide routes. March 22, 2006 Tree survives Dutch elm disease, but succumbs - Bartlett Tree Experts will begin removing the great American elm in Killian Court next week, because arborists recently determined that it has reached its life expectancy and died, the Department of Facilities announced. March 22, 2006 Avast ye, matey! - Little pirate Kevin Murphy, 5, prepares a message in a bottle during the Pirates' Ball, held at Morss Hall on Sunday, March 12. March 15, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. March 15, 2006 Travel fellowships offered - The Kelly-Douglas Fund is offering spring-term essay prizes and travel fellowships. Entries are due Wednesday, April 12. March 15, 2006 Scholarships available for employees' children - The Greater Boston Postal Customer Council (PCC) has a scholarship program that is available to children of MIT employees. March 15, 2006 Environmental grant applications requested - The MIT Center for Environmental Health Sciences (CEHS) is requesting applications for pilot project funding. March 15, 2006 Meeting on construction slated - A "town hall meeting" will be held Thursday, March 2, to address the next step in the construction of the new PDSI (Physics, DMSE, Spectroscopy, Infrastructure) building. March 1, 2006 Blood drive to be held March 1-2 - A blood drive will be held Wednesday, March 1, and Thursday, March 2, in La Sala de Puerto Rico at the student center. March 1, 2006 Excellence Awards go to MIT's finest - Two of MIT's finest, members of the MIT Police, will be among the 19 individuals and teams honored with MIT Excellence Awards on March 1. February 15, 2006 Book sale set for Feb. 24 - MIT Libraries will hold a book sale on Friday, Feb. 24, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Bush Room (10-105). Books from a range of disciplines will be on sale, with proceeds to benefit the Libraries' Preservation Fund. February 15, 2006 Garage upgrades have begun - Lighting technicians began a two-week project in the Albany and West garages on Monday, Feb. 13. February 15, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. February 15, 2006 'Smart Buy' web site launched - The MIT Procurement Department this month launched its Smart Buy Purchasing Initiative web site, which can help members of the MIT community order printing and shipping services. February 15, 2006 IAP seminar explores MIT's energy options - Generating electricity from wind turbines that look like rooftop box fans and converting used cooking oil into biodiesel fuel are among the energy innovations that MIT may pilot in the not-too-distant future, reported participants in a recent IAP course. February 7, 2006 Mush ado - Landscape worker Tom O'Neil of the Department of Facilities clears slush from the steps of 77 Mass. Ave. during the wintry mix of snow, sleet and rain that hit Monday, Jan. 23. January 25, 2006 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. January 25, 2006 Committee solicits animal care concerns - The chairman of the Committee on Animal Care and Alice Gast, the vice president for research and associate provost, are once again soliciting any information that would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. January 25, 2006 MIT community challenged to 'get fit' - Last year, nearly 1,300 participants stepped up to the getfit@mit challenge, an effort to get MIT community members up and exercising. This year, the sponsors are hoping for 2,000. December 29, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. December 21, 2005 Be safe during break - The MIT Police has reminded community members to secure their offices and any valuables before leaving for vacation. December 21, 2005 Nightline's an ear when you need one - For close to 30 years, getting late-night support has been as easy as picking up the phone, thanks to Nightline, a peer-listening service run entirely by MIT students. Nightline is available from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. during fall and spring semesters. December 21, 2005 Resource center's 'spa' helps students relax - For years, at the end of each semester, tired and stressed-out students have had a place to decompress right in Building 7. December 21, 2005 Reminder: Gifts from vendors are prohibited - Institute and federal policies prohibit the acceptance of gifts from vendors, subcontractors and contractors (suppliers). December 19, 2005 A year of art - The MIT Student Art Association (SAA) has published a 2006 calendar that features images by SAA artists matched to quotations from Shakespeare. December 14, 2005 Toys for Tots drive lasts through Dec. 19 - A Toys for Tots drive will be held at MIT through Dec. 19. New, non-violent, unwrapped toys or warm winter clothing may be dropped off at MIT Medical, the MIT Police Station or the Parking and Transportation Office. December 7, 2005 Artful holiday shopping on campus - There's no need to brave the crowded malls for holiday gifts this year: MIT community artisans are selling their wares at four upcoming events. December 7, 2005 MIT Press Bookstore to hold sale - To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the MIT Press Bookstore will hold a weeklong book sale from Nov. 28 through Dec. 4. November 30, 2005 Benefits enrollment ends Dec. 2 - The Benefits Office reminds members of the MIT community that the annual benefits open enrollment period will end Friday, Dec. 2. November 30, 2005 Faculty examine academic core, health services - Task forces presented reports at the Nov. 16 faculty meeting on comprehensive reviews of the common undergraduate educational experience at MIT and of health care services for the MIT community. November 23, 2005 Credit union directors sought - The MIT Federal Credit Union is seeking members interested in serving on the board of directors. November 16, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. November 16, 2005 Benefits enrollment fairs scheduled - The annual benefits open enrollment period at MIT will begin Monday, Nov. 14, and run through Friday, Dec. 2. November 9, 2005 Anti-theft tags offered - The MIT Police is offering to tag laptops, PDAs and other small electronic devices with STOP tags, visible deterrents to would-be thieves. November 9, 2005 Bicycles to be auctioned Nov. 16 - The MIT Police plans to auction off abandoned bicycles on Nov. 16, with a rain date of Nov. 17. November 9, 2005 Recycling event slated for Nov. 15 - The annual America Recycles Day event will be held Nov. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the TSMC Lobby of the Stata Center (facing the corner of Main and Vassar streets). November 9, 2005 Health task force completes report - President Susan Hockfield has announced that the Task Force on Medical Care for the MIT Community, appointed in September 2004, has completed its work. November 8, 2005 Open enrollment begins Nov. 14 - The annual benefits open enrollment period will be held from Monday, Nov. 14, through Friday, Dec. 2. Personal Enrollment Guides will be e-mailed to all active benefits-eligible employees on Nov. 14. November 2, 2005 MIT ambulance service a Class One act - MIT has the only Class One, student-run ambulance service in the state, and the Institute dedicated a bay and bunk room in the loading dock and basement of the Stata Center to house it. October 26, 2005 Hire opens new chapter for LBGT community - Abigail Francis, MIT's first program coordinator for LBGT services, resources and outreach, says she hopes to "create an environment where LBGT students and faculty can have a more positive living and learning environment." October 26, 2005 Storm brooding - Their MIT surroundings were little more than a blur to those trying to escape the drenching rain and gusting winds of an Oct. 25 nor'easter. October 25, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. October 19, 2005 Students trash lawn to reduce waste - MIT students and staff spread a week's worth of trash gathered from Simmons Hall in front of Kresge Auditorium during a dorm waste audit held Oct. 3. October 5, 2005 Housing Office relocating to E19-429 - The housing office is moving from its present location in E32 to E19-429 on Oct. 6. E32 is being completely vacated over the fall term, and the building is slated to be demolished. October 5, 2005 Submit activities for IAP 2006 - Members of the MIT community planning to offer activities and credit subjects during the 2006 Independent Activities Period (IAP) may now begin submitting descriptions online. October 5, 2005 No Tech Talk Oct. 12 - There will be no Tech Talk on Oct. 12 because of the Columbus Day holiday. October 5, 2005 Dining cooks up some delicious changes - MIT's hungry masses have a lot more choices this year. Renovations to Lobdell Food Court, the Building 4 Café and the soon-to-reopen Pritchett Grill have made the dining alternatives more varied and plentiful than ever before. September 26, 2005 'Future of the Car' talk highlights MISTI week - The cars of the future must work more like living things and less like living rooms on wheels if we are to mitigate problems of fuel consumption and traffic congestion, according to a panel of experts who discussed "The Future of the Car -- the Car of the Future." September 26, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. September 21, 2005 Grant proposals sought - The Task Force on the Undergraduate Educational Commons, in collaboration with the Office of the Dean for Undergraduate Education and the d'Arbeloff Fund for Excellence in Education, is calling for preliminary proposals for ambitious projects to enhance the first-year educational experience of undergraduates. September 21, 2005 Mileage rate increases - Effective Sept. 1, the mileage reimbursement rate at the Institute for the use of private automobiles for business travel increased from $0.40 to $0.48 based on IRS regulations. September 21, 2005 Handbook out on academic integrity - MIT has produced a new handbook on academic integrity in an effort to provide the community guidance on issues associated with giving proper credit for creative contributions by others. September 20, 2005 Travel Vendor Fair slated for Sept. 20 - The seventh annual Travel Vendor Fair will be held Tuesday, Sept. 20, in Lobby 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. September 14, 2005 Libraries Week events start Sept. 19 - Beginning Monday, Sept. 19, the Libraries will host a series of special events to celebrate Libraries Week (Sept. 19-23). September 14, 2005 MIT awarded grant to combat violence against women - MIT has received a grant of nearly $200,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women. September 12, 2005 Vendor fair planned - More than 100 of MIT's suppliers of office, computer and lab supplies, equipment, furniture and temporary help will display products and answer questions at the annual vendor fair on Thursday, Sept. 8. September 6, 2005 Albany Street closed Sept. 7 - Commuters can expect delays at the Massachusetts Avenue and Albany Street intersection all day Wednesday, Sept. 7, while Albany Street is closed for paving. Massachusetts Avenue will remain open in both directions. September 6, 2005 Pontin named publisher of Technology Review - Technology Review, MIT's Magazine of Innovation, today announced that Editor in Chief Jason Pontin will become both editor and publisher of the 106-year-old publication. August 29, 2005 MIT detective helps capture escapee - Detective Kimberly Utley-Rivers' personal persistence and pride in her profession paid off when information she had gathered about stolen checks on campus led to the arrest of a man sought for escaping from Roxbury District Court. August 12, 2005 Power outage closes MIT Museum - The MIT Museum and three other MIT buildings were closed on Tuesday, Aug. 9, due to loss of electrical power. Buildings NW12 and NW22 have been reopened. The museum (N52) and N51 are expected to reopen on Thursday, Aug. 11. August 10, 2005 Students roll out bike-share program - MIT students soon may be pedaling all over Boston on bicycles borrowed from a high-tech bike-share program similar to Zipcar. August 3, 2005 MIT campus grows greener - In just seven years, the amount of waste recycled on the MIT campus has gone from less than 5 percent to 36 percent of the total waste generated. July 28, 2005 MIT Museum open daily this summer - Starting Monday, July 11, the MIT Museum will be open every day, offering families, tourists and others more time to explore its exhibits. July 8, 2005 Minor oil spill contained in Building 42 - About 300 gallons of oil spilled out into the basement of the William R. Dickson Cogeneration Plant Monday. MIT personnel quickly spotted and stopped the leak of No. 6 fuel oil. June 27, 2005 Utilities fire causes MIT power outages - Two MIT dormitories and a research lab lost electrical power following an underground utilities fire in Central Square on Monday about 3 p.m. No injuries were reported. June 13, 2005 Construction update - The summer brings with it a wave of campus construction projects, including the start of work for the Physics, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Spectroscopy Lab Infrastructure (PDSI). June 8, 2005 News briefs - News from around the Institute. June 1, 2005 Chemical spill spurs brief evacuation - MIT officials and the Cambridge Fire Department evacuated Building E25 following a chemical spill around 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 25. There were no injuries, and no significant medical effects were reported. May 27, 2005 Task force sends out medical survey - The Task Force on Medical Care for the MIT Community has released a web-based survey for all employees. May 18, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's At - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. May 18, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. May 11, 2005 Major building project in works - A special Town Hall Meeting will be held on Thursday, May 12, to provide the MIT community with information about a major renovation project in Buildings 2, 4, 6, and 8. May 4, 2005 Team effort helps 1,000 get fit - A little healthy competition spurred almost 1,000 people to join in the first MIT getfit@mit challenge, which wrapped up this month. Participants together logged more than 4 million workout minutes. April 21, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. April 13, 2005 Construction update - As part of the continuing reconstruction of Massachusetts Avenue, Roads Corp. is working this week to remove 19 trees adjacent to the sidewalk, the Department of Facilities reported. April 13, 2005 Tech Talk awards issue deadline May 10 - Tech Talk is gearing up for its annual awards issue, which will be published June 1 to be available at Commencement. April 13, 2005 Hillel celebrates 60 years at MIT - President Susan Hockfield and Dr. Thomas Byrne hosted a reception in honor of MIT Hillel's 60th anniversary. Guests included alumni and their families, students, and members of the faculty and staff. April 13, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 30, 2005 Willmore announces changes at News Office - Vice President and Secretary of the Corporation Kathryn Willmore has announced new staff members and a promotion within the MIT News Office. March 16, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. March 16, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 16, 2005 Drinking education program proves effective - The "tyranny of the minority" is how Associate Dean Danny Trujillo refers to alcohol abuse on college campuses. The few students who do engage in dangerous drinking have a negative impact on the lives of the majority. March 2, 2005 Students develop networking skills - The Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program's (UPOP) "mocktail" party offered MIT sophomores the chance to practice networking skills in a session with 50 alumni and others affiliated with MIT. March 2, 2005 Week of cultural celebration planned - MIT will offer a series of presentations and performances celebrating racial and cultural diversity as part of the Campus Committee on Race Relations' first CCRR Week, March 5-12. March 2, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 2, 2005 Students' idea for new café serves up nicely - Architecture is as much about creating an environment as it is about manufacturing a building, says an MIT graduate student who took the lead in conceptualizing the new Steam Café on campus in Building 7. February 18, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. February 16, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. February 16, 2005 Anna's Taqueria opens - Burritos stuffed full of beans, meats and rice drew more than 1,000 students to the first floor of the Student Center on opening day for Anna's Taqueria. February 11, 2005 Recycling plan pushed by staff - The Working Group on Support Staff Issues' Recycling Committee started in 1999, when only 5 percent of the Institute's waste was being recycled annually. During the month of November 2004, 41 percent of MIT's trash was recycled. February 9, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. February 9, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. January 26, 2005 No rest for the weary - While the Boston area was being hit with high winds and blinding volumes of snow, MIT workers labored around the clock for two days to pull MIT through the blizzard of 2005. January 25, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. January 12, 2005 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. January 12, 2005 MIT Medical announces updated flu vaccination policy - MIT Medical has announced that it has ample supplies of flu vaccine for MIT community members who are over the age of 50 and for others at high risk. January 4, 2005 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. December 15, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. December 8, 2004 MIT credit union seeks board candidates - The MIT Federal Credit Union is looking for members who would like to run for election to its board of directors in early 2005. December 2, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. November 17, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. November 17, 2004 Open enrollment runs Nov. 15-Dec. 3 - The annual benefits open enrollment period at MIT will begin Monday, Nov. 15, and run through Friday, Dec. 3. November 10, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. November 10, 2004 Registrar's Office implements online system - The Registrar's Office, in collaboration with Student Services Information Technology, recently implemented an online degree tracking system and a redesigned registration form for students, faculty and academic administrators. November 3, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. October 27, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. October 20, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. October 20, 2004 Institute holidays - Recognized Institute holidays through 2005 October 20, 2004 New pub offers congenial environment - Social commingling among faculty, staff and graduate students just got a big boost thanks to the brand new R and D pub that opened on the fourth floor of the Stata Center. October 15, 2004 SPARC Council will handle IT planning - Provost Robert Brown and Executive Vice President John Curry have established the Information Technology Strategic Planning and Resources Coordinating Council (IT-SPARCC). This group will advise the provost and executive vice president on policy and priorities for IT infrastructure and services. October 6, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information: Commencement speaker suggestions sought, Post IAP courses online, Draper Labs holds Expo, Flowers for sale, Community invitation October 6, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information: better rates for MIT calling cards, nomination due for Excellence Awards, gallery seeks student art. September 29, 2004 Health care task force seeks input - President Charles M. Vest announced the formation of the Task Force on Medical Care for the MIT Community, which held its first meeting Sept. 17. September 22, 2004 Development fair Sept. 24 - Students and other members of the MIT community interested in the many ways they can participate in international development are invited to the Third Annual International Development Forum/Fair on Sept. 24. September 22, 2004 Sessions emphasize non-work side of life - The MIT Center for Work, Family & Personal Life is responding to new and ongoing community interests in its midday gatherings planned for this fall. September 16, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information: travel office plans vendor fair, faculty meeting scheduled, libraries hold special events, excellence awards workshops, course catalogues available, SAPweb down September 15, 2004 Wireless network service expanded - Information Services and Technology (IS&T) initiated a new program in May to increase the coverage and speed of the campus wireless network. September 15, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology: Services relocated from W20 to N42, support for Red Hat Linux, dealing with malware, Apple catalog available on ECAT, Countdown to retiring support for Windows 2000 September 15, 2004 Grinning tots populate new lot - The return of students brings fresh energy to the MIT campus every September, but a small lot just off Vassar Street was abuzz with activity a little early this year. September 2, 2004 News you can use - Campus services, events, and information; vendor fair planned, MITAC moved, update online information, reading room expands hours, emergency rides home September 1, 2004 Dealing with the DNC - MIT will remain open during the Democratic National Convention July 26-29, and a web site will provide updates on traffic patterns, campus services, policies and events. July 23, 2004 Stata Center feeds belly as well as brain - Hungry people on the east side of campus will have new dining options in the Stata Center starting this July. July 20, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - June 9, 2004 News Office redesigns site - Sporting a simple, practical and user-friendly structure, a new web site has been unveiled by the MIT News Office, allowing for smoother research, browsing and access to critical News Office services. June 2, 2004 Tech Talk rescheduled - The next issue of Tech Talk originally scheduled for May 26 will instead be published a week later (Wednesday, June 2). May 19, 2004 Discounts available on cell phones - The MIT community may now take advantage of quantity discount pricing on cell phone service and equipment. May 19, 2004 New video services - MIT Video Productions and Digital Technologies has launched with two high-profile projects: a multimedia presentation at the Stata Center dedication and MIT Hawkcam. May 19, 2004 Library fines to increase - On July 1, the MIT Libraries will implement a new fine policy for overdue books and materials, the first increase since 1991. May 12, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology: Red Hat Linux, Ed Tech Times, TechTime for Palm PDAs, e-mail hoaxes May 12, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information: window-etching, two-cent copies, Alaska on campus, skin cancer screening, faculty meeting, abandoned bikes May 12, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. May 5, 2004 NStar power failure causes outage - An power outage that affected much of Cambridge for two hours Monday afternoon prompted loss of power at the Institute. May 4, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. April 28, 2004 Perceiving Gauguin - The lush images of French painter Paul Gauguin greeted MIT Women's League participants in a recent guided tour of his works at the Museum of Fine Arts. April 26, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology: Mac OS support, cell phone reception, MIT WebMail, IS&T relocation April 14, 2004 Health care task force named - President Charles M. Vest has announced plans to form a Task Force on Health Care for the MIT Community. April 14, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. April 14, 2004 Duck, duck - This pair of mallards enjoyed the puddles on Killian Court during a recent shower. April 7, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. April 7, 2004 Student one of many sci-fi fans - MIT hosts large Sci-Fi library and Science Fiction Society April 7, 2004 Construction Update - Construction update regarding MIT campus. March 31, 2004 Training system launched - Human Resources, in partnership with Information Services and Technology, has launched a new training registration system for employees, affiliates and students. March 31, 2004 Construction Update - Update concerning Dreyfus Building lobby renovation and the Cambridge sewer project. March 17, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology: spamming, teaching with technology, catalog system, high-performance computing March 17, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 17, 2004 A talk with IS&T's Jerrold Grochow - On Nov. 1, Jerrold Grochow (S.B. 1968, S.M., Ph.D.) became vice president for information services and technology at MIT. He has been leading the reorganization of the central department, Information Services and Technology (IS&T). March 10, 2004 RAs, TAs get paid medical insurance - MIT will pay the extended medical insurance premiums for graduate student research and teaching assistants in 2004-05 while keeping stipends at their current levels. March 10, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information: energy conservation, Peter Diamond speech, faculty meeting, Preview Weekend. March 10, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 3, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information: polling locations, MacVicar Day, uranium weapons, Daffodil Days, award nominations. February 25, 2004 Technology Children's Center at Stata prepares for June 1 opening - There will be information sessions and admission lottery in preparation for the opening of MIT's child care center in the Stata Center for Computer, Information and Intelligence Sciences. February 25, 2004 Construction Update - Construction update concerning MIT campus, including Waverly Street/West Campus, Stata Center and Building 48. February 11, 2004 Police chief DiFava assumes responsibility for campus security - John DiFava, chief of the MIT Police since December 2001, has assumed additional responsibilities and is now director of security and campus police services. February 11, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology: OpenAFS client for Linux, math notation on the web, web reporting service. February 11, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. February 11, 2004 Study finds more recycling would benefit both budget and environment - Last fall, student and staff volunteers went through three-quarters of a ton of trash from New House, the Stratton Student Center and an academic office building. February 11, 2004 Robots, charm and chocolate - Events occuring during the final week of IAP 2004. February 4, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. February 4, 2004 DiFava, campus security - John DiFava, chief of the MIT Police since December 2001, has assumed additional responsibilities and is now director of security and campus police services. February 4, 2004 Mental health enhancements - MIT's expanded Mental Health Service is focusing on treating emotional stress and promoting resilience, recognizing students who need help. January 28, 2004 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. January 28, 2004 Mental Health enhancements - MIT is expanding and refining the Mental Health Service to focus on treating emotional stress and promoting resilience. January 22, 2004 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology: TechTime, IS expansion, PDA support January 14, 2004 Charm School finale - A great-grandson of manners maven Emily Post joins the Stratton School for Charm faculty as a visiting professor, teaching two courses during the one-day semester that ends IAP. January 14, 2004 Gender identity now covered by Institute's protective policies - MIT has added gender identity to its policy statements specifying the criteria on which MIT will not discriminate or permit harassment. December 17, 2003 Open, closed on campus - Following are hours during the Institute holiday closing (Dec. 25 to Jan. 4) for several MIT services and retail locations not already published in MIT Tech Talk. December 17, 2003 IS lists services - During the Institute holiday closing from Dec. 25 to Jan. 4, Information Systems (IS) will provide service levels similar to those offered on weekends and holidays. December 17, 2003 Info on closings - The Parking and Transportation Office will distribute January MBTA passes on Dec. 23 and 24 at the usual times and locations. December 10, 2003 Web site offers training for hazardous materials use - EHS has launched a web-based program to facilitate training on how to meet federal, state and municipal requirements for handling hazardous materials in their laboratories. December 10, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. December 10, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. December 3, 2003 PSC turns 15 - Former Dean for Student Affairs Shirley McBay, founder of the Public Service Center, speaks at the PSC's 15th anniversary celebration on Nov. 18. December 3, 2003 Some services available - While the MIT campus will be closed for 11 days in December and January as a cost-saving measure, some services will be available. November 19, 2003 DigiTalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. November 19, 2003 Institute holidays - 2004 - The following are recognized Institute holidays through the end of 2004 and the dates on which they are observed. November 19, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. November 19, 2003 Construction Update - Updates and information concerning construction on MIT campus. November 5, 2003 Medical's web site - The new MIT Medical web site includes enhancements such as easier access to health insurance plans and clinical services, as well as links to wide-ranging health resources. November 5, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. November 5, 2003 Drug advisory issued - The MIT Police issued an advisory on Oct. 30 concerning recent reports of the use of Rohypnol, the "date-rape drug," in the Boston area. November 5, 2003 Renewal nears completion - The first phase of the Vassar streetscape project, one of the most dramatic areas of recent change on the MIT campus, is nearing completion. November 5, 2003 Arts e-mail list - The Office of the Arts has an e-mail listserv for MIT-related arts announcements and postings, free (and discounted) ticket offers, and information on special MIT arts events. October 29, 2003 Construction Update - Construction update at MIT. October 29, 2003 Open enrollment begins Nov. 17 - The annual benefits open enrollment period will take place from Monday, Nov. 17 through Thursday, Dec. 4. October 29, 2003 Music library launched - 2 MIT students unveiled an electronic music library that will provide students, faculty and staff with on-demand access to thousands of classical and contemporary recordings. October 29, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. October 29, 2003 Locations for voting - Members of the MIT community who registered to vote from MIT residence halls and independent living groups can cast their ballots on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at Kresge Auditorium. October 29, 2003 Recycling opportunities - A group of students and staff are doing a waste audit to identify opportunities to reduce and recycle more of the Institute's trash. October 29, 2003 Arts News - News briefs about the arts at MIT. October 22, 2003 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. October 22, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. October 22, 2003 Free flu shots at Medical - MIT Medical will provide free flu shots by appointment to the MIT community from Oct. 14 to Nov. 7. October 9, 2003 Briefly - Updated and information concerning services and events at MIT. October 8, 2003 MIT alum to be VP - Jerrold Grochow (S.B. 1968, S.M., Ph.D.) of Washington, D.C., will assume his new role as VP of information systems on Nov. 1. October 8, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. October 8, 2003 MIT names new VP - A nationally known information systems executive and MIT alumnus with 30 years of experience has been appointed vice president for information services and technology at MIT. October 7, 2003 Voter registration available on campus - All those who consider Cambridge to be their primary residence, including MIT students, are eligible to vote in the Nov. 4 proportional election. October 1, 2003 Personal info made accurate - Beginning today, three new employee self-service (ESS) tools will allow campus employees to manage more of their personal information online. October 1, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. October 1, 2003 Z first anniversary - The Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation celebrated the first anniversary of the Zesiger Athletic Center with a cake and demonstrations. October 1, 2003 AARP honors MIT - MIT is the only university among 25 organizations cited by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) in its third annual ranking of "Best Employers for Workers Over 50." September 24, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. September 24, 2003 AARP honors MIT as a 'Best Employer' - MIT is the only university among 25 organizations cited by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) in its third annual ranking of "Best Employers for Workers Over 50." September 23, 2003 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. September 17, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. September 17, 2003 Briefly - LSC movies to feature captions; Sloan gives new marketing award; and McGovern creates $50K prize. September 10, 2003 Construction Update - Construction update concerning buildings on MIT campus. September 10, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. September 10, 2003 Briefly - Foundation grant aids mentoring program; Local firms and MIT celebrate biotechnology. August 27, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. August 27, 2003 Building 18 renovation - The Department of Chemistry will celebrate the completion of the three-year renovation of Building 18 with a symposium on Sept. 5. August 27, 2003 Incident reported at MIT reactor - MIT reported that an operator at the nuclear reactor fell asleep to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission the following day. August 6, 2003 News You Can Use - Rather than tossing worn-out sneakers in the trash, users of the Zesiger Sports and Fitness Center can drop them in one of two recycling bins at the Vassar Street and duPont lobby entrances. July 2, 2003 Parking, traffic limited at MIT on July 4 - July 4th traffic information. June 30, 2003 China, Hong Kong taken off travel warning list - China and Hong Kong have been taken off the travel warning lists of the Department of State, the Centers for Disease Control or the World Health Organization. June 30, 2003 Demolition update - Demolition of the East Garage got under way on Wednesday, June 25. Material from the garage will be recycled. June 27, 2003 Toner cartridges save money, environment - Try using remanufactured toner cartridges, which now have the same quality as new cartridges at a much lower cost. June 16, 2003 Graduate stipends raised - Provost Robert A. Brown announced last Friday that MIT will raise graduate student stipends on July 1 by $30 a month. June 12, 2003 MIT raises grad stipends - Provost Robert A. Brown announced Friday that MIT will raise graduate student stipends to cover two-thirds of an increase in premium for the optional extended hospital insurance for students. June 6, 2003 Construction update - Updates and information concerning construction at MIT and surrounding areas. June 4, 2003 Digitalk: Where IT's at - News from MIT Information Services and Technology. June 4, 2003 Campus openness discussed - The federal government's new concern with restricting international participation in academic research has manifested itself in "troublesome clauses" in some federal research contracts. June 4, 2003 News You Can Use - Updates and information concerning MIT campus and surrounding areas. June 4, 2003 No Tech Talk this summer - MIT Tech Talk will not be published this summer. June 4, 2003 MIT to celebrate F&T - For 65 years, the Foxes and the Tishmans were the proprietors of the F & T Restaurant in Kendall Square. May 27, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. May 21, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. May 14, 2003 Publishing sites unveiled - Publishing just got easier at MIT with a trio of web sites that offer access to an extensive array of publishing resources. May 14, 2003 Tools help with tuition assistance - New tools for tuition assistance (TA), MIT's career-related study program, have been introduced via the growing Employee Self-Service function on the web. May 14, 2003 MIT tackles tough times - MIT will remain "a great place to work and learn" while the Institute wades through a period of financial belt-tightening. May 13, 2003 Briefly - Updates and information regarding MIT campus. May 7, 2003 Digitalk: Where IT's at - A new monthly column featuring news and tips about using information technology at MIT. May 7, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. May 7, 2003 Construction Update - Updates concerning construction at MIT campus and surrounding areas. April 30, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. April 30, 2003 Construction Update - Construction update for MIT campus and surrounding areas. April 16, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. April 16, 2003 Meeting for those with family involved in war - For all those in the MIT community who have family members involved in the current conflict in Iraq, a meeting will be held to exchange experiences and concerns. April 10, 2003 MIT studies faculty housing subsidies - MIT is studying ways to help faculty members, particularly new faculty and younger faculty, cope with the rising housing costs in the Boston area. April 9, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. April 9, 2003 MIT page changes look - A redesigned MIT home page launched yesterday, featuring usability enhancements and a broader canvas for the popular central graphic. April 2, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. April 2, 2003 Respect other opinions - Members of the MIT community must maintain "civility and mutual respect " over the next few months as individuals react to national and international developments. March 19, 2003 Emergency information - In case of an emergency on campus, members of the community should go to the MIT home page, which will link to the MIT emergency web site. March 19, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 19, 2003 SpamAssassin targets junk e-mail - Information Systems (IS) has started an MIT Spam Screening service and web site. March 13, 2003 MIT tuition/fees announced - MIT today announced that tuition and fees for the upcoming 2003-2004 academic year will total $29,600, an increase of 4.9 percent over the current rate. March 12, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 12, 2003 Scram, spam! - Information Systems (IS) has started an MIT Spam Screening service and web site. March 12, 2003 Briefly - Brief updates and information concerning MIT campus. March 5, 2003 Class of 2002 dresses up - The 2002 Graduating Student Report conducted by the Careers Office revealed that MIT students earned 23 percent more than the average starting salary of their peers across the country. March 5, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. March 5, 2003 Tips on rape charges offered - Martha Coakley offered advice to MIT deans, ombudspersons, resident advisors and other members of the community during a two-day workshop about rape and domestic violence. March 5, 2003 Detective helps rape victims - Det. Sgt. Mary Beth Riley heads the sensitive crimes unit of the MIT Police. March 5, 2003 Freedom/expression crucial - MIT members attended the first of three open meetings scheduled by the Committee on Community to discuss the importance of freedom of expression on campus. February 26, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. February 26, 2003 Superman fan helps navigate - Christopher Reeve will be on campus to speak at the MIT/Harvard Conference on Neuroscience, and Donaghey will be his navigator. February 26, 2003 Storm shuts down tennis courts - MIT's indoor tennis courts were shut down Tuesday morning as a result of damage suffered during Monday's 27.5-inch snowstorm. February 20, 2003 Briefly - Hoffman anticipates delay in International Space Station; Postdoc wins '1,000th-paper sweepstakes' in Wurtman lab. February 12, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. February 12, 2003 Lobby 7 café appreciated - The coffee competition on campus ratcheted up Monday with the opening of Bosworth's café in Lobby 7, serving Peet's Coffee. February 5, 2003 News You Can Use - Campus services, events, and information. February 5, 2003 Tech Talk gets a new look - Highlights of the weekly newspaper's new design include better organization; larger type; a back-page calendar of the most interesting events around MIT for this week. February 5, 2003 Online personal help debuts - TechTime, the MIT-supported personal calendar and scheduling service, is now open to all members of the MIT community who have Kerberos IDs and MIT personal certificates. January 29, 2003 Facilities staff moving - More than 100 Department of Facilities employees will be moving to leased space in 600 Technology Square (Building NE49) this Friday, Jan. 31. January 29, 2003 In January, courses range - In January, courses range from dark matter to light patter. January 29, 2003 New Tech Talk hits stands - MIT Tech Talk will be published in a colorful, more attractive, better-organized newspaper format starting next week. January 29, 2003 CAO offices have moved - The Controller's Accounting Office groups that formerly were located in Building E19 have now all moved to Building NE49 (600 Technology Square). January 8, 2003 Endicott rep has office hours - The MIT sales manager for Endicott House now has regular on-campus hours to meet with community members who may want to use MIT's facility in Dedham. December 18, 2002 Schedule change - There will be no Tech Talk on Jan. 15. The paper will be published as scheduled on Jan. 8 and 29. December 18, 2002 Controller's Office moving - All of the Controller's Office groups currently located in Building E19 will be moving to leased space in 600 Technology Square (Building NE49) this month. December 11, 2002 Chocolate for a good cause - World Aids Day chocolate buffet and information booths December 11, 2002 MIT to close early 12/24 - MIT will close at noon on Christmas Eve (Tuesday, Dec. 24). After 12:00 p.m., all but essential operations will be suspended, it was announced last week by Laura Avakian. December 11, 2002 Construction update - MIT campus construction updates. December 11, 2002 Two-cent Copy Day - Two-Cent Copy Day will be featured in all three Copy Technology Centers on Wednesday, Dec. 11. December 11, 2002 IAP '03 - The 2003 IAP Bulletin lists 636 non-credit activities and 85 subjects offered for credit starting on Jan. 6, and culminating in the ninth session of Charm School on Jan. 31. December 11, 2002 A.M. bus; Logan shuttle offered - In anticipation of inclement weather, the Parking and Transportation Office has added extra winter morning service on the Tech Shuttle. December 11, 2002 MIT observes World AIDS Day - MIT will observe World AIDS Day today (Dec. 4) with information booths and a chocolate buffet in Lobby 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. December 4, 2002 Career Planning expands - Career Planning at MIT is expanding its services and opening an annex office in Room W89-257 within the Professional Development Center on Vassar Street. December 4, 2002 Telephone directories distributed - The MIT Faculty and Staff Directory and the Student Directory are now available in the Institute's 37 distributed mail centers. December 4, 2002 Second open enrollment - A second open enrollment period will be available for benefits-eligible employees when benefits confirmation statements are distributed. December 4, 2002 MITAC location open on Fridays - Starting Dec. 6 employees can buy discounted tickets and museum passes from the MIT Activities Committee (MITAC) at CopyTech's main center one day a week. December 4, 2002 Pay tickets by donating toys - Instead of paying an outstanding MIT parking violation, the Parking and Transportation Office will accept a new, unopened toy to settle the ticket. December 4, 2002 Adoption is focus of panel - To celebrate National Adoption Month in November, Adoptive Families at MIT will host a panel discussion, "Putting a Positive Face on Adoption." November 6, 2002 Campus construction update - Updates on MIT campus construction. November 6, 2002 DSpace launch - MIT's DSpace may enable university libraries to have more say over how research results and other intellectual property are made available to academic communities. November 6, 2002 No Tech Talk - MIT Tech Talk will not be published on Nov. 13. November 6, 2002 Airport shuttle rides - The Parking and Transportation Office will once again provide airport shuttle service for the Thanksgiving break. November 6, 2002 Survey shows many take public transportation - Results of a survey on how people get to the MIT campus. November 6, 2002 MIT launches DSpace - MIT announced the worldwide launch of DSpace ™, a groundbreaking digital repository system which will capture, store, distribute and preserve the intellectual output of MIT's faculty and research staff. November 4, 2002 Open enrollment reminder - The Benefits Office reminds eligible employees that the annual benefits open-enrollment period will begin tomorrow (Oct. 31) and will run through Thursday, Nov. 14. October 30, 2002 Work and motherhood discussed - Americans must develop new beliefs about work, mothers, children and child-bearing if they are to achieve equality between men and women and support family well-being, researchers said. October 30, 2002 Open enrollment starts Oct. 31 - The annual benefits open enrollment period will be held this year from Thursday, Oct. 31 through Thursday, Nov. 14. October 23, 2002 Family discussion - Professor of Physics Wolfgang Ketterle was mobbed by audience members of all ages after his speech at the Nobel laureate luncheon at the start of Family Weekend. October 23, 2002 Halloween party on Sunday - MIT Medical is holding its annual children's Halloween party on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Building E23/E25 atrium. October 23, 2002 Employee policies improved - MIT's vacation and bereavement leave policies for the administrative, sponsored research and support staffs are being improved starting Nov. 1. October 23, 2002 401(k) fair slated - The Benefits Office and Fidelity Investments will hold a 401(k) Investment Fair for MIT employees on Tuesday, Oct. 22. October 9, 2002 FCU seeks directors - The MIT Federal Credit Union's nominating committee is seeking credit union members who are interested in serving on the board of directors. October 9, 2002 Directory deadline - Fridayis the last day that MIT community members can make changes to the way their contact information will be listed in the faculty and staff telephone directory. October 9, 2002 Family Weekend coming up - Family Weekend 2002, hosted by the MIT Parents Association, will offer three days of classes, on-campus activities and opportunities to explore Cambridge. October 9, 2002 Institute holidays through January 2004 - The following are recognized Institute holidays during 2002-03 and the dates on which they are observed. October 9, 2002 Hayden Library enhancements to be celebrated - The MIT community is invited to an open house and dedication of the new and renovated spaces in the Hayden Libraries (Building 14). October 2, 2002 MIT adds phone exchange - At the end of September, MIT added a new telephone exchange - 324 - to its campus system. October 2, 2002 Support system sought - After four weeks at MIT Medical, Alan Siegel, chief of the Mental Health Service, talked with Michael Glover, MIT Medical's communications manager, about his first impressions of MIT. October 2, 2002 New wheels - Two new 22-passenger minibuses have been operating on the Tech Shuttle routes since Sept. 16. October 2, 2002 Report concerns on animal care - Alice Gast and the chairman of MIT's CAC are once again soliciting any information which would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. September 25, 2002 Bikes for a buck - Residents of 70 Pacific St. can add bicycles to the dwindling list of things they can get for a buck. September 25, 2002 Campus construction update - Updates and information concerning construction at MIT campus listed here. September 25, 2002 Event spotlights research - The first annual MIT Development Forum was a living example of the venerable rock music maxim that sometimes the path to world peace leads straight through a good party. September 25, 2002 Students share faith - MIT's religious student groups remembered last year's terrorist attacks in various ways during the Sept. 11 commemoration. September 18, 2002 Dorm larceny dips - Larceny from residence halls dropped 47 percent in 2001, according to the MIT Police annual report. September 18, 2002 Mental Health offers therapy - MIT Medical will soon start 15 different therapy, support and discussion groups. September 18, 2002 Vendor fair scheduled - The Procurement Office will be sponsoring its annual vendor fair this week. On Thursday, Sept. 19, the fair will showcase office supplies, computers and furniture. September 18, 2002 MIT reactions to Sept. 11 - The 2001-02 academic year began twice at MIT - once on Sept. 5, the first day of classes, and again on Sept. 11. September 11, 2002 Support for FSILGs - Chancellor Phillip L. Clay has reaffirmed MIT's support for FSILG, asking leaders to step up to the challenges facing them in the future. September 11, 2002 Al fresco dining - Residents of the new graduate dorm at 70 Pacific St. turned their courtyard into a food court for a party to celebrate the building's opening last week. September 11, 2002 Use MIT ID to make purchases - The new TechCASH program offered by Enterprise Services allows MIT employees to make purchases all over campus using the MIT ID. September 11, 2002 Changes to foster community on campus - The students in the Class of 2006 are the first wave of MIT undergraduates who will benefit from a campus-wide philosophy and environment created to develop a greater sense of community. August 28, 2002 Course catalogues available - The course catalogue is available to all students and staff members in Room 8-119 every day from Aug. 26 through Sept. 3. August 28, 2002 Construction update - MIT campus construction updates. August 28, 2002 Campus Crime Watch - MIT Police are looking for volunteers to serve as campus coordinators in the Campus Crime Watch program starting this fall. August 28, 2002 9/11 anniversary events organized - A number of events have been organized by members of the MIT community to mark the anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. August 28, 2002 Zipcar made more affordable - MIT has upped its sponsorship of Zipcar membership for staff and graduate students, making it more affordable to use the self-service rental cars with pickup spots located near campus. August 28, 2002 Computer lab is moving - The Adaptive Technology for Information and Computing Lab moved this week to Room 7-143. ATIC will now be next door to a satellite office of the Disabilities Services Office. August 26, 2002 Learn MIT acronyms - Thanks to a new online dictionary of Institute acronyms and abbreviations compiled by Janet Snover no one need be puzzled any longer by this alphabet soup of terms at MIT. August 14, 2002 Campus construction update - Construction updates around the MIT campus. August 14, 2002 Employees able to update info on web - Starting this week, MIT campus employees will have access to a web-based tool called employee self-service to view their MIT benefits and update some of their employee information online. August 14, 2002 Inkjet cartridge recycling - Used inkjet cartridges used in printers, fax machines and other devices can now be recycled in a program that financially benefits MIT. August 14, 2002 MIT gets airline discounts - The MIT Travel Office has reached agreements with Alitalia Airlines and Swiss Air for discounts on MIT business travel. July 17, 2002 Web certificates renewal - Many MIT personal web certificates will expire before the end of this month, and renewal is not automatic. July 17, 2002 Campus construction update - Update on construction projects on the MIT campus. July 17, 2002 Transportation center changes name - MIT's Center for Transportation Studies is changing its name to the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics . July 17, 2002 Parking fees to increase - The cost of parking a car on campus will increase next year by 11 percent, the Office of the Executive Vice President has announced. July 17, 2002 Green thumbs - Lauren Gallant and Maria Shkolnik examine a plant that Shkolnik acquired at the annual plant swap on Kresge Oval last month. July 17, 2002 New schedule for Tech Talk - The MIT Tech Talk publication schedule for the new academic year is now available on the web. July 17, 2002 RLSLP split into two departments - Residential Life and Student Life Programs has been divided into the Department of Student Life Programs and the Department of Housing , effective immediately. July 17, 2002 Securing MIT for the holiday - Sgt. Cheryl Vossmer of the Campus Police crime prevention unit reminded members of the community to lock doors and windows on July 4th. June 27, 2002 Construction update - Updates on construction on the MIT campus. June 12, 2002 Alumni Register available - The Alumni Association has published a completely revised and updated Alumni Register. June 5, 2002 Career Services helping grads - Entering the marketplace during an economic downturn, members of the Class of 2002 have discovered the importance of networking, flexibility, resilience and perseverance in conducting their job searches. June 5, 2002 Job descriptions to be updated - The Human Resources Compensation work team is in the process of reviewing the support staff classification structure. June 5, 2002 Campus construction update - Updates on the MIT campus construction projects. June 5, 2002 Endicott House being expanded - The first phase of a major renovation and expansion program at Endicott House , MIT's conference center in Dedham, was completed in April. June 5, 2002 Sale of ceremony's flowers to benefit CSF - Flowers used to decorate the Commencement stage will be sold to the community as in years past. June 5, 2002 New student menu offers more - The revamped dining plan for 2002-03 features many new eating establishments and two new dining vendors. June 5, 2002 MIT World teams up with WGBH - MIT public events are being webcast and promoted on WGBH-TV's web site through a collaboration between the new WGBH Forum Network and MIT World. June 5, 2002 Soda-machine device in use - The Department of Facilities has installed 30 "VendingMisers" on cold beverage machines across campus, which power down when an area is unoccupied. June 5, 2002 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, May 22, 2002. May 22, 2002 iCampus funds projects - Six student teams presented progress reports last week on iCampus projects ranging from tracking the campus shuttle bus to bringing technology to impoverished young adults in India. May 22, 2002 Mitra named AMPS director - Amitava (Babi) Mitra has been named the first executive director of the Academic Media Production Services. May 22, 2002 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, May 15, 2002. May 15, 2002 Errata - Several errors were printed in the May 8 issue of MIT Tech Talk. May 15, 2002 Cheap copy day - The Copy Technology Centers will offer 2-Cent Copy Day to students on Thursday, May 9. May 8, 2002 Tech Talk awards deadline - MIT Tech Talk plans to publish the names of students, faculty and staff who won departmental and Institute awards in the June 5 issue. May 1, 2002 EHS, Facilities collaborate on safety - To oversee the safety aspects of these renovations, William McShea, an experienced safety expert, has been appointed to the new position of campus construction safety officer. May 1, 2002 Switch will provide better phone service - Information Systems has announced the installation and conversion to a new 5ESS-2000 telephone switch. May 1, 2002 $838,000 mental health plan - New mental health plan includes same day telephone conferences with senior clinician and daily reserved appointments for new patients. April 24, 2002 Spring blossoms - Trees flowered on campus with a burst of spring. April 24, 2002 Same-day service part of plan - Mental health plan to provide same day telephone conferences and reserved daily appointments. April 24, 2002 Museum offers family fun - "Musical Media: An Interactive Music Festival" will be at the MIT Museum on Sunday, April 28 as part of the Museum's FAST Sundays Program. April 24, 2002 SAP outage announced - All SAPweb activity, including requisitioning, journal vouchers and credit card verification will be inaccessible Friday, April 26 through the weekend. April 24, 2002 Building 18 evacuated - Building 18 was evacuated for three hours Tuesday afternoon as the Cambridge Fire Department Hazardous Materials team responded to an incident in a fourth floor laboratory. April 10, 2002 Blood drive scheduled - A blood drive will be held in La Sala de Puerto Rico in the Student Center April 22-24. April 10, 2002 Campus construction update - Campus construction updates on the NSTAR transmission line, the Chemistry Building, the Sports and Fitness Center and the Vassar Street Utilities. April 10, 2002 Earth Week activities planned - Just as MIT's environmental awareness and positive initiatives have been growing, our observation of Earth Day also has expanded--into a week of activities this year. April 10, 2002 Faculty meeting agenda for April 17 - A regular meeting of the faculty will be held on Wednesday, April 17 at 3:30 p.m. in Room 10-250. April 10, 2002 Bright Horizons to manage child care - MIT has selected an outside child care management firm, Bright Horizons , to work with MIT to expand and reorganize child care. April 3, 2002 Campus construction update - Campus construction updates for the Stata Center, Vassar Street Utilities and the Chemistry Building. April 3, 2002 Travel agencies increase fees - The $24 ticket transaction fee charged by MIT's three approved travel agencies increased on April 1, due to an industry-wide cost shift. April 3, 2002 Service provides web-based e-mail - WebMail , a new program rolled out for pilot testing last fall to allow MIT users to access e-mail from a web browser, is now supported by Information Systems. April 3, 2002 Campus construction update - MIT campus construction updates. March 20, 2002 Libraries conducting surveys - The Libraries are conducting an online survey and a series of focus groups to help plan future research help services. March 20, 2002 Preview Weekend performances planned - Campus Preview Weekend will offer a number of opportunities for admitted students and their families to get a taste of MIT's arts offerings. March 20, 2002 Committee on animal care - The Committee on Animal Care and Alice Gast are soliciting any information that would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. March 13, 2002 Construction update - MIT campus construction updates. March 13, 2002 DSpace enters testing phase - DSpace has just embarked on a testing period to gain an understanding of how contributors will use the system and what features they would find most useful. March 13, 2002 In Brief - Information about faculty meeting and next issue of Tech Talk. March 13, 2002 GovConnection is new online vendor - GovConnection, a subsidiary of PC Connection, is MIT's new vendor partner for computer purchases. March 6, 2002 46 percent of grad students take survey - Forty-six percent of graduate students responded to a recent online survey asking for their views on how to enhance the quality of life at the Institute. March 6, 2002 Airport shuttle will run for spring break - The Parking and Transportation Office will provide airport shuttle service for spring break. March 6, 2002 Campus construction update - Construction updates for the MIT campus. February 27, 2002 Faculty discuss housing - Issues covered at the faculty meeting included housing needs for students, the commencement date and department name changes. February 27, 2002 Community Giving campaign - The 2001 Community Giving at MIT campaign exceeded last year's results with a final total of $392,683 raised from 1,197 donors. February 27, 2002 Libraries offer online help - MIT libraries offer live online customer service. February 27, 2002 Arts News - News briefs about the arts at MIT. February 13, 2002 EZRide improves schedule - Several service improvements for the new EZRide shuttle linking North Station, the MIT campus and Cambridgeport started on Feb. 11. February 13, 2002 MIT Medical engaged in national searches - MIT Medical is conducting national searches for a new position of clinical director for campus life as well as for a chief of mental health. February 13, 2002 Residence support teams add members - Mental health clinicians at MIT Medical are participating in the Institute's new Residence Support Teams, aimed at encouraging students to seek help when they need it. February 13, 2002 Airlines increase discounts - Effective immediately, US Airways and American Airlines have increased their discount. February 6, 2002 Construction update - MIT campus construction updates. February 6, 2002 Daffodil Days kicks off - The MIT Women's League has begun its 2002 Daffodil Days campaign, which raises money to fight cancer through sales of bouquets of daffodils. February 6, 2002 Family Resource Center changes name - In recognition of its expanding scope and services, the MIT Family Resource Center has changed its name to the MIT Center for Work, Family and Personal Life. February 6, 2002 Libraries' hours given for spring semester - The libraries' spring term hours, effective Feb. 5 through May 24, are as follows. February 6, 2002 EZRide adds stop - The new EZRide rush-hour shuttle linking North Station, the MIT campus and Cambridgeport has added a new stop at the Sixth Street crosswalk on Binney Street. January 30, 2002 Campus construction update - Updates on MIT campus construction. January 16, 2002 New North Station shuttle - A free rush-hour shuttle service called EZRide that links North Station, the MIT campus and Cambridgeport began operating Monday. January 16, 2002 Traditional tea-time ritual teaches poise - Every Tuesday in McCormick Hall, Kyoko Wada offers a glimpse of the beauty and simplicity of Cha-do as she guides members of the MIT community through this ancient ritual. January 16, 2002 Campus conctruction update - Update on construction on the MIT campus, January 9, 2002 Giving campaign is close to goal - The "Community Giving at MIT" campaign will continue through the end of this month. January 9, 2002 Picking a winner - The Technology Children's Center , MIT's campus child care program, recently held a raffle to benefit its scholarship fund. January 9, 2002 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, December 19, 2001. December 19, 2001 Libraries announce hours - For the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, the Reserve Book Room as well as Barker, Dewey, the Humanities, Rotch and the Science libraries will follow their regular IAP schedules. December 19, 2001 Phone system change - Information Systems is installing a new 5ESS telephone switch over Martin Luther King Jr. weekend next month, a project that will require a temporary freeze beforehand. December 19, 2001 Staffer investigated for piracy - A 23-year-old MIT computer systems analyst is on administrative leave following a raid on Dec. 11 by law enforcement officials. December 19, 2001 Bins can be used for chipboard - Deskside recycling bins can be used for backing from pads of paper or "cereal box" type of cardboard. December 19, 2001 Toys in lieu of parking fines - Thirty eight MIT scofflaws and 10 law-abiding citizens donated 55 new trucks, dolls, games and other toys to the Toys for Tickets program. December 19, 2001 Statement on computer misuse - James D. Bruce, Vice President for Information Systems, issued a statement on MIT's rules for use of technology in light of the alleged misuse of computers. December 12, 2001 Archives tackle processing - Early in February, the Institute Archives will begin a one-year project to organize important administrative and research material on MIT's history. December 12, 2001 Coffee-seekers slip into café scene - Some of the thousands of people who hurry along MIT's Infinite Corridor each day are pausing at the intersection with Building 4. December 12, 2001 New high-tech classrooms - Three newly renovated classrooms are making it possible for faculty to teach classic courses in modern ways. December 12, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, December 12, 2001. December 12, 2001 Shuttle rides to Logan offered - The Parking and Transportation Office will again provide airport shuttle service for people leaving MIT for winter break. December 12, 2001 Bioterror investigated - Campus Police and MIT safety and environmental officers have responded to 21 reports of possible biological sabotage since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. December 5, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, December 5, 2001. December 5, 2001 CopyTech offers reduced rate - Two-Cent Copy Day will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 11 in the Copy Technology Centers as well as CopyTech Express in the Student Center. December 5, 2001 In brief - In brief, Wednesday December 5, 2001. December 5, 2001 Police save heart attack victim - Author George Sullivan celebrated his 68th birthday on Monday, thanks to the MIT Campus Police. December 5, 2001 Archives closed during IAP - The Institute Archives in Room 14N-118 will be closed for construction and renovation work during IAP from Monday, Dec. 31 through Friday, Feb. 1. November 28, 2001 Furniture Exchange donations - The MIT Student Furniture Exchange, the Women's League service that sells used furniture at bargain prices to students, is looking for serviceable donations to restock its inventory. November 28, 2001 Infinite Connection's 40,000th - When alumnus Lou Metzger learned recently that he was the 40,000th person to register for the Infinite Connection, he said, "This is funny because I never win anything!" November 28, 2001 Rash of laptop thefts - Between November 1 and 19, there have been thefts of 17 laptop computers and two PalmPilots reported to Campus Police. November 28, 2001 Clay endorses task force recommendations - Chancellor Philip L. Clay endorsed the recommendations made in the final report of the Mental Health Task Force, released on Nov. 14. November 28, 2001 Tech Shuttle adds to service - The Charles River Transportation Management Association and the MIT Parking and Transportation Office have announced the resumption of the Tech Shuttle extra winter morning service. November 28, 2001 Officers seek contributions - The Parking and Transportation Office will sponsor a Toys for Tickets program, and the MIT Federal Credit Union offices will be collection points for the Toys for Tots program. November 28, 2001 Scofflaws may play Santa - The MIT Parking and Transportation Office will sponsor a Toys for Tickets program this holiday season. In lieu of collecting fines for outstanding MIT parking violations, the parking office will accept new, unopened toys. November 20, 2001 Chairs emphasize awareness - One recommendation of the final MIT Task Force Report is establish residential support teams and departmental liaisons to provide two channels for persons seeking guidance. November 14, 2001 Mental Health Task Force Fact Sheet - Major Recommendations of the Mental Health Task Force. November 14, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, November 14, 2001. November 14, 2001 Enrollment period ends - The Benefits Office reminds employees and early retirees that the annual open enrollment period ends tomorrow (Nov. 15) at 5 p.m. November 14, 2001 Museum plans chain reaction - MIT Museum visitors of all ages will be unveiling personal works of performance art and science by creating a gigantic chain reaction at the museum's annual F.A.T. program. November 14, 2001 Food truck slated to reopen - The popular Goosebeary's food truck is expected to resume serving Asian food at its traditional site behind Building 68 this week. November 14, 2001 In brief - In brief, Wednesday, November 14, 2001. November 14, 2001 More recycling bins available - In another effort to make recycling easy and convenient for MIT community members, EPTF has purchased more bins for use in smaller conference and meeting rooms. November 14, 2001 Two new SAPweb functions - On Monday, Nov. 19, a redesigned SAPweb site will be available that will include two new functions: journal vouchers and VIP Credit Card verification. November 14, 2001 Shuttle to Logan Available - The Parking and Transportation Office's airport shuttle service will be available. November 14, 2001 Goosebeary's truck banished - Goosebeary's food truck was banished Friday after Cambridge Inspection Services shut down the Poppa & Goose restaurant on First Street for health code violations. November 9, 2001 Benefits changes for 2002 - Benefits open enrollment, which runs through Thursday, Nov. 15, is the only time during the year when eligible employees may change coverage, apply for insurance, or set up flexible contributions. November 7, 2001 In brief - In brief for Wednesday, November 7, 2001. November 7, 2001 Science Library open house - The Science Library staff invites the community to tour the library's new layout, meet new staff members and learn about new electronic resources. November 7, 2001 Logan shuttle bus available - The Parking and Transportation Office again will provide airport shuttle service for the Thanksgiving break. November 7, 2001 Infinite Buffet draws 6500 - The Infinite Buffet was successful beyond the organizers' dreams, or nightmares. October 31, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, October 31, 2001. October 31, 2001 Directories being distributed - MIT Faculty and Staff Directories and the Student Directories are now being distributed through the Institute's 37 distributed mail centers. October 31, 2001 Open enrollment reminder - The Benefits Office reminds eligible members of the MIT community that the 2002 open enrollment period begins tomorrow and runs through Nov. 15. October 31, 2001 Anthrax Questions and Answers - Q/A regarding anthrax, from the MIT medical department. October 28, 2001 Powder tests negative - Tests for anthrax were negative on the white powder discovered in a piece of mail by a lecturer in foreign languages and literatures at MIT. October 24, 2001 Buffet offers tasty treats - The second community-wide buffet will last twice as long as the first and offer continual entertainment by campus music groups. October 24, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, October 24, 2001. October 24, 2001 Open enrollments to begin - The annual open enrollment periods for employee benefits and for Medicare Supplemental Plan members will take place in November. October 24, 2001 Museum to host glass program - "Glass, Glorious Glass," an interactive workshop designed to teach children and their families about the art and science of glass, will take place at the MIT Museum. October 24, 2001 Report urges renovation - A report by the Ad Hoc Committee on the Humanities Library recommends renovations and funding to ensure a world-class liberal arts library for MIT in the 21st century. October 24, 2001 Mental health awareness - In an effort to raise awareness in the MIT community about depression and foster improved mental health services, four organizations are sponsoring Mental Health Awareness Week. October 24, 2001 Additional advice for handling mail - The following safety advisory on anthrax was issued today by MIT's Director of Public Safety Anne P. Glavin. October 19, 2001 Anthrax questions addressed - Members of MIT attended an information session on bioterrorism in the Medical building. Dr. Diamond and Dr. Heller fielded questions about anthrax. October 17, 2001 Tests negative on powder - Tests for anthrax were negative on the white powder discovered Tuesday, Oct. 16 by a lecturer in Foreign Languages and Literature at MIT. October 17, 2001 Holiday schedule until 2003 - The following are recognized Institute holidays through New Year's Day 2003 together with the dates on which the holidays are observed. October 17, 2001 In brief - In brief, Wednesday, October 17, 2001. October 17, 2001 Students react to dining plan - Students aired grievances and voiced concerns about the administration's proposed changes to campus dining at last Wednesday's town meeting attended by about 100 students. October 17, 2001 White powder found at MIT - A lecturer in the foreign languages and literatures section was exposed to a white powder after opening a piece of mail in his office. October 17, 2001 Retiree reminder - Retirees who wish to be included in the 2001-02 Retirees Directory must return their membership forms by Friday, Oct. 26. October 17, 2001 Strehle to speak on investing - What are reasonable investment expectations for the future? That's a daunting question these days, but Treasurer Emeritus Glenn Strehle will tackle it. October 17, 2001 Council polls community - The MIT Council on Family and Work is sponsoring a Quality of Life Assessment to investigate factors that contribute to a sense of community, support and mission. October 17, 2001 MIT handling mail with caution - MIT Director of Public Safety Anne P. Glavin released the following safety advisory on anthrax. October 16, 2001 Hopkins to speak - Nancy Hopkins, the Amgen Inc. Professor of Molecular Biology, will be the speaker at the next Women's League breakfast on Wednesday, Oct. 10. October 3, 2001 Help desks extend hours - Information Systems has extended the hours of operation for the Computing Help Desk and the Business Liaison Team. October 3, 2001 Swift asks MIT's help - Acting Governor Jane Swift has asked incoming MIT police chief John DiFava and Institute Professor Sheila Widnall for help in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks. October 3, 2001 Forum on meal plans, health - An Institute-wide "town meeting" will be held at 7:15 p.m. tonight in Room 10-250 to discuss the mental health report and proposals to require next year's freshman class and others to eat dinner together. October 3, 2001 Changes made in student programs - Dean for Student Life Larry D. Benedict has reorganized the Office of Residential Life and Student Life Programs, naming an associate dean for student life programs. October 3, 2001 Curry to head task force - President Charles M. Vest has appointed a 22-member Task Force on Campus Security to help develop policies and plans for campus security and safety. October 3, 2001 Clay issues statement on dining proposals - Chancellor Phillip L. Clay issued this statement September 27, 2001 to The Tech, which printed it as a column . September 27, 2001 Airline, rail fees increase - MIT's approved agencies have deemed it necessary to increase their processing fees for airline and rail tickets. September 26, 2001 Animal care concerns solicited - CAC are once again soliciting any information which would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. September 26, 2001 New arts e-mail listserv - The Office of the Arts has created a new e-mail listserv. September 26, 2001 Archival research fellowship available - The MIT Archives has received a grant of $143,000 from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission to administer an archival research fellowship program. September 26, 2001 Compaq donates artifacts - Compaq Computer Corp. has donated historic computer artifacts from the MIT Whirlwind and SAGE projects to the MIT Museum. September 26, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, September 26, 2001. September 26, 2001 Gas leak closes Mass. Ave. - Traffic was shut down in both directions on Massachusetts Avenue for more than an hour last Friday morning due to a high-pressure gas leak. September 26, 2001 Sports facilities extend hours - Rockwell Cage, du Pont Gymnasium and the du Pont Athletic Center squash courts will remain open until 1 a.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. September 26, 2001 In brief - In brief, Wednesday, September 26, 2001. September 26, 2001 Math program for kids - The MIT Museum will launch Math Blast!, an interactive program that allows children and their families to explore playful approaches to mathematics. September 26, 2001 Students react to dining plan - Students aired grievances and voiced concerns about the administration's proposed changes to campus dining at last Wednesday's town meeting attended by about 100 students. September 19, 2001 US Airways offers discounts - Delta Airlines has stopped flying its shuttle service between Boston and Washington's National Airport as of Sept. 1 due to low demand. September 12, 2001 Three new chaplains arrive - These three new chaplains followed diverse paths to their ministries and ultimately to their assignments on the MIT campus. September 12, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, September 12, 2001. September 12, 2001 New police chief named - Massachusetts State Police Col-onel/Superintendent John DiFava, a tough cop with a sensitive streak, has been named chief of the MIT Campus Police Department. September 12, 2001 In Brief - In Brief, Wednesday, September 12, 2001. September 12, 2001 Radiators get upgraded - The Department of Facilities, as part of its ongoing effort to conserve energy, will replace steam traps in radiators throughout campus beginning in September. September 12, 2001 Vendor fair starts tomorrow - A two-day vendor fair starting Sept. 13 will give the MIT community a chance to visit with more than 100 of the Institute's outside suppliers and internal providers. September 12, 2001 MIT launches new web sites - Three new comprehensive web sites have been launched this month to help the MIT community navigate and understand this constantly changing community of 20,000 people. September 12, 2001 Colonel/superintendent named police chief at MIT - Massachusetts State Police Colonel/Superintendent John DiFava, a tough cop with a sensitive streak, has been named chief of the MIT Campus Police Department, effective October 15. September 6, 2001 Duke associate dean to review Carpenter's complaints - Kathleen C. Wallace will conduct an independent review of MIT's response to Julia Carpenter's complaints against an MIT student who lived in her residence hall. August 31, 2001 Big stink - A strong gas odor in Building 13 and surrounding areas Thursday afternoon was traced to a laboratory using a sulfur compound in an experiment. August 31, 2001 'Greener' paper available - Official Institute business paper is now 100 percent recycled and features the new MIT random watermark. August 29, 2001 MIT Cable offers more - MIT Cable TV will be offering campus residents high-quality digital television, more channels and more pay-per-view events starting Sept. 1. August 29, 2001 Improving mental health service - Chancellor Phillip L. Clay announced a series of actions Tuesday to improve mental health and other health services on campus. August 29, 2001 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, August 29, 2001. August 29, 2001 In brief - In brief for Wednesday, August 29, 2001. August 29, 2001 Mental health draft urges expansion - A draft report of an MIT task force on student mental health has recommended a "significant expansion" of the mental health service. August 29, 2001 Shelving job near completion - To create more space for Science and Humanities Libraries' books and bound periodicals, compact shelving is being installed in the basement of the Hayden Library in Building 14. August 29, 2001 Wireless access available - Information Systems has recently rolled out wireless access to MITnet in the libraries, most classrooms and many public places on campus. August 29, 2001 Steps to improve mental health announced - Chancellor Phillip L. Clay announced a series of actions Tuesday to improve mental health and other health services on campus. August 28, 2001 Course catalogues out Aug. 27 - "MIT Bulletin 2001-2002, Courses and Degree Programs" (also know as simply the course catalogue) will be available to students and staff. August 15, 2001 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, August 15, 2001. August 15, 2001 Power restored to buildings - Workers in many buildings were sent home for the remainder of the day. Power was restored by 2:00 p.m. August 9, 2001 Here and there - Here and there for Wednesday, July 18, 2001. July 18, 2001 In brief - In brief for Wednesday, July 18, 2001. July 18, 2001 OpenCourseWare gets $11M - The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation will fund the first phase of OpenCourseWare. July 18, 2001 Spaces available for BSO trip - Dame Kiri Te Kanawa will be the soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, Aug. 5 when the annual trip to Tanglewood isscheduled. July 18, 2001 Commitment to need-based aid reaffirmed - MIT President Charles M. Vest and the presidents of 27 other leading colleges and universities have reaffirmed their schools' commitment to need-based financial aid. July 12, 2001 Death at MIT ruled a suicide - The Office of the Suffolk County Medical Examiner has determined the death on April 30 of MIT student Julia M. Carpenter was a suicide. June 25, 2001 Libraries' online catalog - The MIT Libraries are implementing a new web Barton catalog replacing both the telnet and the web versions of the current Barton system. June 13, 2001 Errata - Errata for Wednesday, June 13, 2001. June 13, 2001 In brief - In brief, Wednesday, June 13, 2001. June 13, 2001 Construction buzzing - MIT is experiencing one of the biggest construction booms in its history, and the Department of Facilities has taken measures to help Commencement Day run smoothly. June 6, 2001 Here and there - Here and there for Wednesday, June 6, 2001. June 6, 2001 Ingrams retire from Ashdown - After sharing their lives with thousands of graduate students at Ashdown House over the last 16 years, housemasters Beth and Vernon Ingram are moving down the river to 100 Memorial Dr. June 6, 2001 'Mind and Hand' opens - Mind and Hand: The Making of MIT Scientists and Engineers, an exploration of an MIT education from the student perspective, opens at the MIT Museum on Thursday, June 7. June 6, 2001 Getting rid of items is easy - The Environmental Programs Task Force wants to remind community members about established and special programs that ensure reuse rather than disposal of useable items. June 6, 2001 25 years of MIT Cable TV - The mission was educational: to develop "experimental curricula materials" and build "a cable communications system of novel design." May 23, 2001 In brief - In brief, Wednesday, May 23, 2001. May 23, 2001 Service with a smile - As part of its annual meeting held May 17 at the President's House, the MIT Women's League held a panel discussion on "Public Service at MIT: Building Community." May 23, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, May 16, 2001. May 16, 2001 Errata - Errata for Wednesday, May 16, 2001. May 16, 2001 In Brief - In Brief for Wednesday, May 16, 2001. May 16, 2001 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, May 9, 2001. May 9, 2001 1,500 gathered for Odyssey Ball - Check out Kresge Oval today. It doesn't look the same as it did Saturday night, when beneath a crescent moon and a very large white tent, 1,500 MIT community members (mostly students) gathered for the Odyssey Ball. May 2, 2001 Carnival-goers attempt sumo - The Panhellenic Association will hold a carnival offering faculty, staff, students and families a chance to do a little sumo wrestling on Kresge Oval. May 2, 2001 Fraternity apologizes for racial remarks - Alpha Tau Omega, an MIT fraternity, publicly apologized Monday to a hip-hop band and the MIT community for a racial remark made Friday afternoon. April 30, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, April 25, 2001. April 25, 2001 Plan offers psychotherapy - The Extended MIT Hospital Insurance Plan for MIT students will add coverage for unlimited outpatient psychotherapy visits -- with no copayments -- beginning September 1. April 25, 2001 Readying for Spring Weekend - Thursday through Saturday, April 26-28 is Spring Weekend at MIT, with events for students and the entire MIT community to enjoy. April 25, 2001 Sessions on 401(k), market - In response to community members' concern about the effect of the stock market's volatility, Fidelity Investments and the Benefits Office will offer two information sessions. April 11, 2001 2001 Odyssey Ball planned - Will April 28 mark the arrival on campus of a four-million-year-old black monolith emitting a single tone aimed at Jupiter? April 11, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, April 11, 2001. April 11, 2001 Message about construction - A message from Vice President Curry about recent on-campus construction efforts. April 11, 2001 Lederberg volunteers for OCW - Nobel laureate Joshua Lederberg, president emeritus of Rockefeller University, has offered to become a guest lecturer as well as a student in MIT's OpenCourseWare initiative. April 11, 2001 Hayden to install shelving - The MIT Libraries plan to install compact shelving in a section of the Hayden Library basement (Building 14S) this summer. April 11, 2001 DJ ID - A photo caption accompanying an April 4 MIT Tech Talk story on WMBR noted an "unidentified" DJ working at the station in 1975. The DJ is James E. Clark (SB 1976, SM 1981). April 11, 2001 MIT course materials available on Web - President Vest has announced that MIT will make the materials for nearly all its courses freely available on the Internet over the next ten years. April 4, 2001 Card Office extends hours - The MIT Card Office in Rm E32-117 has extended its hours. April 4, 2001 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, April 4, 2001. April 4, 2001 Police carry defibrillators - MIT's Campus Police will be equipped with up-to-date lifesaving equipment by the end of April that will permit them to respond more quickly and efficiently. April 4, 2001 WMBR keeps riding the waves - Thanks in part to early support from a cable television pioneer, WMBR will celebrate 40 years of noncommercial FM radio at MIT on April 10. April 4, 2001 FM radio at MIT celebrates 40th - Thanks, in part, to early support from Ted Turner, WMBR will celebrate 40 years of non-commercial FM radio at MIT on April 10. April 2, 2001 MIT OpenCourseWare -- Fact Sheet - MIT OpenCourseWare -- Fact Sheet April 1, 2001 Report animal care concerns - CAC are once again soliciting any information which would aid MIT's effort to maintain the humane care of animals used in research. March 21, 2001 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, March 21, 2001. March 21, 2001 10-digit dialing required - Starting Monday, April 2, all calls within eastern Massachusetts, local or toll, will require 10 digits: the area code plus the phone number. March 21, 2001 In brief - In brief, Wednesday, March 21, 2001. March 21, 2001 Worker injured at Stata Site - An ironworker working on the tower crane at the west side of the Stata Center construction site was injured when a steel block fell across his legs. March 21, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, March 14, 2001. March 14, 2001 News Office is moving - The News Office will move from Rm 5-111 to a larger space, Rm 11-400, the fourth floor of Building 11. March 14, 2001 Zipcar discounts available - MIT has become a corporate affiliate of Zipcar, allowing discounts for MIT employees and graduate students who become members of the Zipcar service. March 14, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, March 8, 2001. March 8, 2001 Housing lists go on line - Listings for off-campus housing rentals are now posted on line at the MIT Off-Campus Housing Service web site. March 8, 2001 In Brief - In Brief, Wednesday, March 8, 2001. March 8, 2001 Snow crews labor for 56 hours - The "Blizzard Like '78" may not have lived up to its predictions in the Cambridge area but it certainly felt real to some 45 members of the grounds crew team. March 8, 2001 Average financial aid up - The Massachusetts Institute of Technology announced a major increase in its scholarship program. Next year, it will give undergraduate aid recipients an average need-based grant of $19,000 --19 per cent more than this year. March 2, 2001 Tiny books at MIT Archives - Read the fine print... if you can. February 28, 2001 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, February 28, 2001. February 28, 2001 FRC lists seminars - Issues from career choices and communication skills to child care and old-age planning will be among the topics offered this spring by the Family Resource Center. February 28, 2001 Here and there - Here and there for Wednesday, February 28, 2001. February 28, 2001 In Brief - In Brief, Wednesday, February 28, 2001. February 28, 2001 Spring break shuttle offered - The Parking and Transportation Office will again provide airport shuttle service for spring break. February 28, 2001 Mini books on display through March - Reproductions of the smallest books in the MIT collection are on display at the MIT Archives and Special Collections until the end of March. A magnifying glass is provided to read the two-point type. February 21, 2001 New card readers at Du Pont - Electronic ID card readers have been installed in the du Pont Athletic Center and Rockwell Cage and are scheduled to be operational on Monday, Feb. 26. February 14, 2001 In Brief - In Brief, Wednesday, February 14, 2001. February 14, 2001 Solvent stockroom moving today - Researchers should note that the solvent stockroom in Building 18 is scheduled to close permanently today (February 14). February 14, 2001 Q&A about new Institute bond - Publishing Services Bureau director Monica Lee answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the new paper. February 7, 2001 Construction update - Construction update for Wednesday, February 7, 2001. February 7, 2001 Dynamic e-journal archive - The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded $145,000 to the MIT Libraries to plan the development of an archive of dynamic electronic journals. February 7, 2001 Housing lottery expands - Any previously registered student who will be a registered graduate student for 2001-02 and will need on-campus housing may apply to participate in the housing lottery for next year. February 7, 2001 MIT switching to a 'greener' bond paper - Spring at MIT will be a little greener this year with the unveiling of the new environmentally friendly Institute bond. February 7, 2001 In Brief - In Brief, Wednesday, February 7, 2001. February 7, 2001 New online catalog system - The MIT Libraries have selected Ex Libris Aleph 500 as the new library management system, to replace GEAC Advance. February 7, 2001 Libraries' spring hours - The libraries' spring term hours, effective February 6 through May 25, are as follows. February 7, 2001 Program promotes respect - MIT community members can learn about and openly discuss sexual assault, sexual health and other relationship issues at "It Happens Here, Too." February 7, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, January 31, 2001. January 31, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, January 24, 2001. January 24, 2001 Here & There - Here & There for Wednesday, January 24, 2001. January 24, 2001 In Brief - In Brief for Wednesday, January 24, 2001. January 24, 2001 LBGT mentor program created - The LBGT Issues Group is starting a new program to provide mentors for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LBGT) students. January 24, 2001 Airline discounts available - MIT's existing contracts with Continental Airlines and Northwest/KLM Airlines have been combined to further increase the discounts on Northwest/KLM, effective immediately through December 30, 2001. January 10, 2001 Campus construction update - Campus construction update for Wednesday, January 10, 2001. January 10, 2001 Chief Glavin takes new post - Anne P. Glavin, chief of the MIT Campus Police since 1987, has accepted a new senior-level position as director of public safety at the Institute. January 10, 2001 Libraries list hours - On Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan. 15), the following libraries will follow their regular schedules: Barker, Dewey, Humanities, Reserve Book Room, Rotch and Science. January 10, 2001 SAP upgrade set - MIT will be upgrading to a new release of the Institute's SAP software over the final weekend of this month. January 10, 2001 |
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