The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Podcast

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 8 through December 15. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the "Toys for Tots" holiday collection wraps up on December 15. Drop off new, unwrapped toys at designated campus locations to support children in Middlesex and Essex Counties. Next—the "Secret Santa for Cambridge Senior Citizens" drive ends December 11. Contribu...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for December 1 through December 8. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—today at 3:30 p.m., there's a "Plan Your Postdoc: Know Your Resources" session in E19-202. If you're considering a postdoc, this is a great place to start. Next, on Wednesday at noon, Maurice Fabien will present as part of the MLK Scholar series in NEXUS 14S-130....

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 24 through December 1. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Thanksgiving holiday is this Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28. MIT offices will be closed, reopening on Monday, December 1. Next, if you're planning to submit a proposal to Research Administration Services (RAS) with sponsor deadlines between November...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 17 through November 24. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Russian Language Conversation Table is happening today, Monday, November 17, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in room 14E-304. It's a great chance to practice your Russian skills in a relaxed setting. Next, if you're considering a master's in engineering and managemen...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 10 through November 17. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the MIT Henge phenomenon is happening today and tomorrow. Catch the sun aligning perfectly with the Infinite Corridor today at 4:19 p.m. and tomorrow at 4:20 p.m. Best viewing spot? The third floor between Buildings 7 and 8. Weather permitting, of course. Next,...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for November 3 through November 10. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the "Infinite Careers" series features Dr. Renee Blackburn, a transportation specialist at the Volpe Center, on Monday, November 3, from 6 to 7 p.m. in E19-202. Next—the "Leadership and Management in Action Program" continues this Thursday, November 6, from 10:30...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 27 through November 3. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Penn Carey Law School Information Session is happening Monday, October 27, from 6 to 7 p.m. It's a virtual session, so you can join from anywhere. Next—the MIT UROP Mixer is on Tuesday, October 28, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Sala de Puerto Rico, Building W20. A g...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 20 through October 27. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the "Open Data @ MIT" event is happening Tuesday, October 21, at 3 p.m. in the Nexus, Hayden Library. Celebrate the winners of the 2025 MIT Prize for Open Data and enjoy refreshments. Next—the "New Beginnings" Fall Member Event kicks off at the Media Lab from Octo...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 13 through October 20. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—on Wednesday, October 15, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Samsara is hosting a talk in E19-202, complete with lunch. It's a great chance to learn about their work and network. Next—on Monday, October 20, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Insight Partners is holding coffee chats f...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for October 6 through October 13. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—registration for the 2026 MIT Science Olympiad Invitational opens Wednesday at 6 p.m. and closes Friday at 6 p.m. If your team aims to compete, mark your calendars and apply promptly. Next, the MIT Energy Initiative is hosting a talk on Wednesday at 5:15 p.m. in Bu...

Hey Tim the Beaver, it's Jenny with your Campus Update for September 29 through October 6. Let's get you set for the week—fast. First up—the Cambridge Science Festival wraps up today, September 29. If you haven't checked it out yet, head over to the MIT Museum for some interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. It's a great way to engage with science and technology right here in our backyard. N...

Good afternoon, MIT community. Today is Monday, September 22, 2025, and here are the latest updates from around campus. On September 19, President Trump issued a proclamation restricting entry to the U.S. for H-1B workers, effective September 21. The MIT International Scholars Office is analyzing the impact of this sudden change and advises affected individuals to contact ischo@mit.edu for guidanc...

Hello, and welcome to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Today is Monday, September 15, 2025, and we've got a lineup of exciting events and updates from around MIT. First up, the Cambridge Science Carnival, founded by the MIT Museum, is set to take place on September 21 in the Kendall/MIT Open Space. This event will feature over 100 booths with science and art-based activities and demo...

Hello, and welcome to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Today is Monday, September 8, 2025, and we've got a lineup of exciting events and updates from around MIT. First up, mark your calendars for the Fall 2025 Campus Gathering on September 10, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Hosted by the Climate Project at MIT, this event aims to bring the community together to share updates, exchange idea...

Hello, and welcome to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Today is Monday, September 1, 2025, and we've got a lineup of exciting events and updates from around MIT. First up, mark your calendars for the Fall 2025 Campus Gathering on September 10, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Hosted by the Climate Project at MIT, this event aims to bring the community together to share updates, exchange idea...

Good morning, MIT community! It's Monday, August 25, 2025, and here's your latest campus news. Currently, it's mostly cloudy in Cambridge with a temperature of 66°F (19°C). Expect cloudy skies throughout the morning, with temperatures reaching up to 77°F (25°C) by early afternoon. There's a chance of thunderstorms around 4 PM, so keep an umbrella handy if you're heading out later today. A recent M...

Good afternoon, MIT community! It's Monday, August 18, 2025, and you're tuned in to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Let's dive into the current events and updates from around the Institute. First up, let's talk about the weather. Today in Cambridge, we're enjoying mostly sunny skies with temperatures hovering around 64 degrees Fahrenheit. It's a perfect day to take a stroll along th...

Good afternoon, MIT community. Today is Monday, August 11, 2025, and here are your campus news updates. Currently, it's sunny in Cambridge with a temperature of 73 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures are expected to rise throughout the day, reaching a high of 91 degrees by mid-afternoon. Be sure to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions if you're spending time outdoors. The MIT Media Lab is hos...

Good afternoon, MIT community! It's Monday, August 4, 2025, and here's what's happening around campus. First, let's talk about the weather. Today in Cambridge, it's partly sunny with a current temperature of 66 degrees Fahrenheit. As the day progresses, expect hazy sunshine with temperatures reaching up to 88 degrees by mid-afternoon. So, if you're planning to be outdoors, stay hydrated and wear s...

Good afternoon, and welcome to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Today is Monday, July 28, 2025, and here's what's happening at MIT. Let's start with the weather. Currently, it's mostly sunny in Cambridge, with temperatures around 86 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect the warmth to continue throughout the afternoon, with highs reaching up to 89 degrees. So, if you're heading out, don't forget...