Special events and guest speakers

Nate Silver presents forecasting work as antidote to ‘terrible’ political punditsIn MIT talk, celebrated election forecaster offers critique of media, advice to students and hints about his future projects.

Former banking executive reflects on launch and rise of the ATMJohn Reed talks about the challenges and opportunities of working with a complex sociotechnical system.

MIT hosts American Junior Academy of Science delegatesThe Institution provides day’s worth of activities for more than 200 conference attendees.

A great attitude is an excellent thing15 individuals and four teams to be honored at the 2013 Excellence Awards ceremony

Turning 20 with 'charm'Charm School celebrates 20th anniversary of teaching etiquette and grace at MIT.

AAAS annual meeting puts MIT science and technology on displayThe 2013 conference, held last week in Boston, featured research presentations, hands-on demonstrations.

Women's basketball squad meets with WNBA executivePaula Madison, chairman and CEO of the Los Angeles Sparks, discussed sports gender issues with MIT athletes.

MIT and Eni renew energy partnershipVisiting campus, Paolo Scaroni, head of the Italian energy company, said ‘cooperation between MIT and Eni can give us phenomenal results.’

What’s the cost and financial value of college?At MIT, experts say evidence shows the payoff from college education remains high.

MLK Jr. Breakfast addresses elements of meritocracyAnnual gathering features talks by former NBC executive as well as MIT students and administrators.

Music and Theater Arts celebrates the 50th anniversary of Jazz at MITChick Corea composing a work for the MIT Festival Jazz Ensemble.

SA+P faculty, alumni make their mark in TEDA collection of TEDTalks videos featuring researchers and innovators with ties to MIT's School of Architecture + Planning.

Addressing the complexities of meritocracyGoals of equality and inclusion are not enough, research shows, as MIT’s annual Diversity Summit seeks ways to further improve a merit-based environment.

Organ symphony celebrates religious diversityThe 'Kresge Organ Symphony' will debut at a free concert on Feb. 1.

Tweeting the cityIn 2012, the School of Architecture + Planning conducted a series of real-time interactive forums on urban issues.

Objects by architectsOne of Several Recent Exhibits at SA+P’s Keller Gallery

MIT Symphony Orchestra hosts impromptu musical tribute to victims of school shootingArea musicians gather in Lobby 7 the day after tragedy in Connecticut.

Final 2.009 projects make outdoor living betterFrom rescue beacons to rain shields for bicycles, student innovations offer ways to improve experiences out in the elements.

LBGTQA Provincetown Retreat celebrates 10 yearsAnnual retreat offers a place for introspection, community building

Deshpande Center celebrates 10 years of innovationHolds gala event for supporters, administrators, students, faculty and more.

J.J. Abrams: 'It’s like driving in the fog'Movie and television writer-producer shares his thoughts on how his production company compares with MIT’s Media Lab.

3 Questions: World energy outlookFatih Birol, chief economist at the International Energy Agency, talks about the future of fossil fuels and the prospects for curbing greenhouse-gas emissions.

All that is solid melts into air: Tomás Saraceno visits MITCAST visiting artist creates inflatable and airborne biospheres: speculative models for alternate ways of living.

When it comes to fostering innovation, student group says 'Do it!'Lady Gaga collaborator and Interscope executive highlights do.it@MIT’s wide-ranging approach.

Dr. Michael Kimmel visits MIT to talk about Today’s College ManStudents and student affairs professionals from New England come together for a discussion on men and masculinities.

‘Rising Stars in EECS’ convene at MIT