In 1914, the beaver was chosen as MIT's mascot. In 1929, the first MIT ring committee created a standard for what was later to become one of the most recognized and valued symbols of an MIT education, the "Brass Rat". Each subsequent year, an appointed ring committee has undertaken the responsibility of continuing the tradition of modifying this standard symbol in order to reflect the unique nature of the class. In the Fall of 1997, the Class of 2000 Ring Committee was carefully chosen to best represent the entire class. The committee considered various ring designs, trying to incorporate many ideas while maintaining a simple and elegant ring. They examined the many processes which different ring companies employ in the production of their rings, and spend many hours discerning which company would produce the best ring.
On Saturday, March 7, 1998, the 69th ring committee is proud to present to the Class of 2000 a ring which is rich in history, tradition, and originality.
Rings will be distributed Tuesday-Thursday, May 5-7, in Lobby 13. Rings can also be purchased at that time.
We want to know what you think of our design! Please send feedback, opinions, responses, etc. to the Ring Committee at ring2000@mit.edu
Comments on the Web page: E-mail lnemzer@mit.edu