Religion
That ’70s show
June 13, 2013
In a new book, journalist and MIT fellow Christian Caryl recounts the epoch-shaping political, religious and economic upheavals launched in the year 1979.
Invocation: Memorial Service for Sean Collier
April 24, 2013
As prepared for delivery by Chaplain to the Institute Robert Randolph
Organ symphony celebrates religious diversity
January 29, 2013
The 'Kresge Organ Symphony' will debut at a free concert on Feb. 1.
MIT Chapel is open dawn to dusk
December 17, 2012
This week, chaplains especially available for private conversations
How civil wars evolve
November 2, 2012
MIT political scientist’s book shows how even the bloodiest conflicts feature pragmatic alliances — not just ancient sectarian divisions.
Also labeled: Afghanistan, Books and authors, Faculty, Islam, Political science, Research, Security, War
At MIT, Dalai Lama calls for better stewardship of Earth’s resources
October 16, 2012
Tibetan Buddhist leader urges a more enlightened view of self-interest in remarks at MIT conference.
MIT section tickets now available for Dalai Lama Center events
September 27, 2012
Special offer ends on Sept. 30.
The Dalai Lama to visit MIT Oct. 14-16
August 30, 2012
Will participate in programs hosted by the Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values
A fight for rights
April 5, 2012
In MIT talk, exiled Nobel Prize-winning activist Shirin Ebadi promises a continued ‘fight for full and complete equality’ for Iran’s women.
Also labeled: Human rights, Global, Nobel Prizes, Special events and guest speakers, Women, Arab Spring, Iran, Nuclear power and reactors
Tuesdays in the Chapel provides place for reflection and conversation
March 9, 2012
Chapel opens doors weekly for interdenominational community gatherings
Students address hunger in MIT’s backyard
January 5, 2012
MIT students establish new soup kitchen in Central Square
Test tube menorah lit
December 21, 2011
MIT Hillel continues annual Hanukah celebration.
Bridging the divide
December 9, 2011
New study shows how integrated institutions can lead diverse populations to cooperate in rebuilding countries.
3 Questions: The Institute Chaplain on religion at MIT
September 21, 2011
How does a community such as MIT balance scientific inquiry and faith?
Also labeled: Special events and guest speakers, Student life
3 Questions: David Briggs on playing the organ in Kresge Auditorium
January 13, 2011
World-renowned organist restores an MIT tradition playing a free concert on one of the Institute's historic instruments.
New dining plan welcomes kosher to campus
November 15, 2010
Kosher meals to be offered in all dining halls for the first time.
A spiritual path away from MIT leads one grad back to the Institute
October 20, 2010
Rabbi Michelle Fisher returns to head up Hillel and prompts a new lecture series
One dinner, two traditions
October 1, 2010
Islamic and Jewish students join together to celebrate the end of Ramadan and the start of the Jewish high holidays.
Also labeled: Special events and guest speakers, Student life
White House engages with MIT Chaplain on wars
September 14, 2010
Dr. Robert Randolph invited to Washington to discuss Afghanistan and Iraq
Also labeled: Policy, President Obama
Organist revives a campus treasure
January 5, 2010
Leonardo Ciampa brings beautiful music to the community with a series of organ concerts.
Their infinite wisdom
December 14, 2009
An MIT historian of science uncovers the saga of the Russian scholars whose mysticism helped them redefine the concept of infinity
Ethics and Enlightened Leadership
December 4, 2009
The Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values
Finding hope at the Institute
October 22, 2009
Chaplain to the Institute Robert Randolph reflects on the challenge of finding hope in hard times, and the chaplains efforts to bring the MIT community together with words of encouragement.
Also labeled: Chapel, Student life
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