Education, teaching, academics
The new NSE strategy
November 29, 2011
Strengthens core, opens boundaries; seeks better integration of technical and societal issues.
Also labeled: Faculty, Fission, Fusion, Global, Materials science, Mechanical engineering, Nuclear science and engineering, Physics, Political science, Security, Students
MIT Professional Education brings Lean Enterprise to South America
November 23, 2011
ESD.00, Introduction to Engineering Systems, offers undergraduates a taste of the real world
November 23, 2011
Examines how to tackle problems in large, complex systems such as energy, environment, health care and more.
Allen Lin ’11, MEng ’11 named Marshall Scholar
November 23, 2011
Recent alum will hone interests in policy, synthetic biology through study in the United Kingdom.
How we (should) decide
November 22, 2011
Philosopher aims to develop theories of practical rationality that may just help us make real-world decisions.
MIT senior Stephanie Lin wins Rhodes Scholarship
November 20, 2011
Student in biology, applied international studies will study at Oxford next year.
MIT delegation attends Singaporean university’s groundbreaking
November 18, 2011
Five-day, three-nation Asian trip includes meetings with Institute friends and collaborators.
Building hands-on instructors
November 18, 2011
Hobby Shop makes MIT’s manus tangible for visiting Singapore professors.
Participants give kudos to online registration pilot
November 18, 2011
The paper-based process underwent a sea change this fall.
MIT team wins iGEM competition track
November 15, 2011
Group earns top spot in health and medicine; advances to grand finals for first time.
BLOSSOMS announces new contest
November 10, 2011
Students invited to create new videos for high school math classes.
Educating young women, rebuilding Cambodia
November 7, 2011
Alan Lightman discusses his social entrepreneurial work in building the first college dormitories for women in Cambodia.
Olin College president discusses engineering education
November 4, 2011
Richard Miller discusses innovation in undergraduate teaching, learning.
Also labeled: Engineering Systems
Foster the people
October 31, 2011
At manufacturing conference, emphasis is on keeping high-skill jobs in the United States — and creating workers with the talents to fill those positions.
Building biology, one cartoon at a time
October 27, 2011
From Anchorage, Alaska, to 77 Massachusetts Avenue
October 26, 2011
Exposure to engineering as a teen steers freshman Sara Falcone to MIT
Skolkovo Foundation and MIT to collaborate on developing the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology
October 26, 2011
Graduate research university part of new innovation center outside Moscow
Fellowship supports MIT Sloan students working on societal challenges
October 24, 2011
A Q&A with two fellowship grantees, Dante Cassanego and Julie Lein.
Joseph Aoun PhD ’82, president of Northeastern University, receives Muh Alumni Award
October 24, 2011
Biennial award honors MIT alumni achievements in humanities, arts and social sciences.
Commemorating 20 years of the JR East Professorship
October 21, 2011
Also labeled: Civil and environmental engineering, Collaboration, Engineering Systems, Faculty, Industry, Japan
What’s next for engineering education?
October 21, 2011
Dean of Engineering to share his views on engineering education in the face of increasing need for innovative technical leaders.
IROP students around the world
October 21, 2011
During the 2010-2011 academic year, International Research Opportunities Program students conducted research around the world in 18 different countries.
Unlocking the key to human intelligence
October 19, 2011
DOW-MIT Access Program shows reality and rewards of graduate school
October 17, 2011
Weekend of activities introduces undergrads to opportunities in chemical engineering, chemistry and materials science.
Maseeh Hall formally dedicated
October 14, 2011
President Hockfield calls it 'central achievement' of Campaign for Students
Cyber security: Education is the key
October 14, 2011
If you haven't yet been a victim of phishing, malware or other online fraud, statistics show that it may just be a matter of time. With the number of cyber threats growing daily, it helps to be reminded of how you can do your part to combat the risks.
DAPER to offer three new physical education classes
October 13, 2011
Quarter two will feature broomball, rifle, boot camp for athletes
Girls’ engineering dreams begin at MIT
October 11, 2011
GE Girls at MIT program aims at interesting girls in science and technology, and ultimately increase the number of woman engineers.
























