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UPCOMING COLLOQUIA & SEMINARSChez Pierre SeminarsMonday, September 14, 2026 at 12:00pm ET in Duboc Room (4-331) Nuclear and Particle Theory SeminarMonday, September 14, 2026 at 2:00pm ET - Cosman Room (6C-442) Nuclear and Particle Physics ColloquiumMonday, September 14, 2026 at 4:00pm ET - Kolker Room (26-414) or Zoom LNS Lunchtime SeminarTuesday, September 15, 2026 at 12:00pm ET - Kolker Room (26-414) or Zoom Joint MIT/Tufts Cosmology SeminarTuesday, September 22, 2026 at 2:30pm ET at Tufts Astrophysics ColloquiumTuesday, September 22, 2026 at 4:00pm ET at Marlar Lounge (37-252) and Zoom MIT-Harvard CUA SeminarTuesday, September 22, 2026 at 4:00pm ET Biophysics SeminarWednesday, September 23, 2026 at 10:45am ET - Duboc Room (4-331) String/Gravity Theory SeminarWednesday, September 9, 2026 at 3:45pm ET - Cosman Room (6C-442) MIT-CQE iQuISE SeminaThursday, September 24, 2026 at 12:00pm ET - CUA Room (26-214) Physics ColloquiumThursday, September 10, 2026 at 4:00pm ET - 10-250 Refreshments at 3:30pm in 4-349 (Pappalardo Community Room)* IAIFI Public ColloquiumFriday, September 25, 2026 at 2:00pm ET - Kolker Room (26-414) PSFC SeminarFriday, September 25, 2026 at 2:00pm ET - Hybrid - NW17-218 UPCOMING EVENTSFood Truck Wednesdays
Who: All Students Enjoy a selection of local food trucks every Wednesday in the Kendall/MIT Open Space, with plenty of outdoor seating options available! Please check this page for an up-to-date lineup each week. Outdoor Movie: The Wiz
Who: All Students Join us for a summer screening of The Wiz (G). This film series is curated by our friends at The Brattle, and is first come, first served regardless of registration. Seating is limited - we recommend bringing a blanket or a chair. All minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Responsible adults, please keep a close eye on your kids. Meet a Scientist: Prof. Ore Gottlieb at the Museum of Science
Who: All Students Meet an MKI scientist! Throughout the year, the Museum of Science hosts guests in a variety of STEM fields, including astrophysics. Come learn what MKI researchers do, how they became interested in their field of study, and how their work impacts the world. Bring your questions! This program is free with Museum admission. Length: 20 minutes. Learn more at https://www.mos.org/visit/live-presentations/meet-a-scientist. Other upcoming talks with MKI scientists
MIT Libraries: Resources and Services for Graduate Students
Who: Graduate Students Not sure where to find that data set you're looking for? Need guidance on conducting a literature review for your thesis? The MIT Libraries are here to help you find the information and data you'll need as graduate students! Stop by for a brief but informative introduction to the Libraries' resources, services, and spaces. Explore MIT's Career Services: Tour of Career Advising & Professional Development
Who: First Years During your time at MIT, you'll likely need your resume reviewed, learn how to use a cover letter, finesse your LinkedIn profile, and network with employers. MIT's Career Advising & Professional Development office (CAPD) is the hub for all of that. Come on this tour to see the employer recruiting suite and CAPD's workshop space. You’ll also get to understand how teams such as Distinguished Fellowship, Career Services, and Prehealth Advising can help you clarify your purpose and take steps toward professional success. Register here.The CAPD event is open to MIT first-years. Faculty Job Search Series: Crafting the Academic Cover Letter
Who: Graduate Students, Postdocs, and Alumni Academic cover letters for faculty job applications are a little bit different than your typical industry cover letter. Join us to learn more about this specific document, what it should include, and how you can use it to make an impact. In this workshop, we will go over the document and its typical format, discuss strategies to highlight your skills and accomplishments, review some examples, and address individual questions. Register here.This CAPD event is open to MIT graduate students, postdocs, and alumni. FELLOWSHIPS OPPORTUNITIESTwo Sigma's 2027 PhD Fellowship
Who: Graduate Students Two Sigma is proud to announce the continuation of the Two Sigma PhD Fellowship program, supporting doctoral students who are expanding frontiers in a STEM field. Applications for the 2027 PhD Fellowship are officially open and will be due by September 25th, 2026, at 12:00pm ET through our online application process. We assess applications based on students’ research proposals, resumes, transcripts, and recommendation letters. Please see the links below for further information:
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