Casting an informed vote on graduate student unionization
MIT has declined a request to recognize a graduate student union without an election: “All eligible students should have the chance to choose for themselves.”FAQs about Graduate Student Unionization
In September 2021, a group of MIT graduate students known as the MIT Graduate Student Union, affiliated with the United Electrical, Radio & Machine Workers of America, announced a campaign…
8th Annual Graduate Student Appreciation Week
After 2021’s largely virtual offerings, the 8th annual Graduate & Professional Students Appreciation Week provided a primarily in-person roster of events and giveaways.
Welcoming a new OVC Chief of Staff
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Trimble as Senior Associate Dean for Experiential Learning and Chief of Staff for the OVC, starting on March 14.
Nominate your colleagues for an Infinite Mile Award!
There’s still time to nominate an individual or team for OVC’s Infinite Mile Awards. Submissions are due on March 25, so don’t wait!
Design course challenges students to solve real-world problems
In collaboration with industry representatives, Momentum students tackle wildfire suppression and search-and-rescue missions while building soft skills.
Leveraging schools for political influence
Doctoral student Blair Read links rise of private education in India to local political competition, signaling potential erosion of public services.
Unlocking new doors to artificial intelligence
MEng graduate students engage with IBM to develop their research skills and solutions to real-world problems.
Launchpad for health care entrepreneurs
MIT Sandbox inspires highly sought health care innovations with its new Independent Activities Period program.