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MIT Presidential Task Force
on Student Life and Learning
Reports
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Summary
MIT's fall residence selection is a process that works as evidenced by
the high satisfaction rates expressed by students both past and present. 7
The concerns expressed by students, parents, faculty, and administrators,
however, point to several shortcomings in the system as well. As such,
it is evident that the fall orientation and residence selection system
only requires minor refinements and not major overhauls.
When considering what programs will provide students with the most positive
introduction and on-going learning experience during their first-year and
beyond, the IFC urges the faculty and administration to focus on expanding
the scope and effectiveness of Orientation and year-round academic programs
and support services to achieve its objectives.
With the reforms proposed in this document in place, the Institute will
have a solid foundation from which future refinements to Orientation can
be built upon. The desires of students, faculty, and administrators can
be mutually compatible when all parties commit to work together and share
their concerns. Only in an collaborative engagement will the vision of
an "MIT Orientation" that reflects the interests of the entire
MIT community at large - especially those of its newest members - be fulfilled.
2/18/98
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