Meet JAM
Incoming students, postdocs, researchers, and other members of the MIT and Harvard communities can meet JAM officers and members and learn about upcoming activities.
Annual fall welcome
New Student Orientation.
A free welcome dinner for incoming students and members of the MIT and Harvard communities who are interested in Japan or the JAM community.
DateThursday, September 17, 2026
Dinner7:00 PM
LocationNear Central Square · TBD
Participation feeFree
Meet-up optionMIT or Harvard · 6:30 PM
AudienceMIT + Harvard communities
Overview
A soft landing at the start of the year.
Meet at MIT or Harvard at 6:30 PM and travel with the group, or join us directly at the restaurant at 7:00 PM. Exact meeting points and restaurant details will be shared with registrants by email and posted here when confirmed. People of all nationalities and backgrounds are welcome.
Practical advice
Current community members share practical perspectives on life in Cambridge, research, housing, food, and finding support.
Community start
The event creates a first room where students can find peers before the semester becomes busy.
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