Data Talks Spring Series
Data Talks, offered by the Teaching+Learning Lab, is an MIT-wide workshop series stemming from a cross-functional data/survey team comprised of offices across OVC and the Institute.
Online Training Modules Enhance First-Year Advising
The Office of the First Year, in collaboration with OVC headquarters and TLL, launched a new first-year advisor training course on MITx.
CAPD’s Guest Lectures Promote Professional Development Competencies
In January, Career Advising and Professional Development (CAPD) brought to campus two guest speakers.
IAP 2020 UROP Expo Connects Students with Researchers
To aid first-years and other undergraduates seeking UROP opportunities for spring and/or summer, UROP staff hosted our annual IAP UROP Expo.
Get Involved in Campus Preview Weekend!
It’s almost time to welcome our new undergraduate Class of 2024! This year’s Campus Preview Weekend will take place Thursday, April 16 through Sunday, April 19.
2019-20 Academic Calendar Changes
Whether you work with students, faculty, or staff, it is important to be aware of the changes to the Academic Calendar, which are already underway.
Help Us Recruit the 2020 Orientation Leaders!
The Office of the First Year is looking for current first-years, sophomores, and juniors who are welcoming, kind, enthusiastic, and approachable to make up the 2020 OL team.
Students Explore Careers at Local Employer Site Visits
Career Advising and Professional Development (CAPD) arranged a number of local employer site visits which took place over the Independent Activities Period (IAP)
ESG Marks 50 Years of Educational Innovation
The Experimental Study Group (ESG), MIT’s original first-year learning community, will celebrate its 50th anniversary in April.
UROP Reaches New Heights
One of MIT’s most enduring and impactful academic innovations, the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) is thriving; the program has seen over a 25% increase in participation in the past five years.