Frequently Asked Questions

Tech Reunions is a multiday event, presented by the Alumni Association, that honors class milestones and celebrates the MIT experience. The schedule features only-at-MIT traditions held on campus, with some events also available online.

MIT Tech Reunions will take place in person from Friday, May 31, to Sunday, June 2, 2024. The 50th reunion and 25th reunion activities will begin on Thursday, May 30, and end on Sunday, June 2. 

The Institute promotes the principle that every person brings unique qualities and talents to the community and that every individual should be treated in a respectful manner. All members of the MIT community are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, personal integrity, and respect for the rights, differences and dignity of others. These standards of personal conduct apply to all communications, whether oral, written, or in gestures. Community members are also expected to treat the property of both the Institute and other community members with appropriate care and respect. 

Please register online or over the phone by calling 617-253-8824. Email reunions@mit.edu if you have specific questions about the Tech Reunions registration process.  

Yes, when registration launches, an Infinite Connection (IC) account login is required to register for Tech Reunions. 

• MIT alumni, students, affiliates, parents of MIT students, and surviving spouses of MIT alumni or faculty can create an account. Request your 10-digit user ID to get started. 
• If you have an existing account, you can reset your password or request your username to get started. 
• For more details, watch a video on how to set up your IC account. 

For other questions or comments please email help@alum.mit.edu or call 617-253-8200. 

Yes. In order to change your class year affiliation, please send an email requesting this change to alumnirecords@mit.edu. Once updated, you will ONLY receive information for the new class year.

You can use the Online Alumni Directory. While you’re logged in, you can check and update your own personal information as well.

Yes! Tech Reunions is open to all MIT alumni, undergraduate and graduate. Events that might be of interest to grad alumni include: Tech Night at the Pops, Pops Encore Party, Technology Day, Toast to Tech and more! Graduate Alumni celebrating their 50th Reunion are welcome to order a red jacket and march in Commencement. Please note that there are class events that are not open to everyone. Contact gradalumni@mit.edu if you have questions.

There will be many opportunities for family-friendly events throughout the weekend. This includes the Family Maker Fair and Tech Challenge Games. Attendees should make sure to organize any necessary childcare if attending events without their children. 

Graduate alumni of MIT Sloan can also celebrate May 30–June 2 at the MIT Sloan Reunion. Visit the MIT Sloan Reunion website to learn how to participate. 

Discounted hotel room blocks are sold out but MIT has several preferred hotels in the campus area. Space is limited—please reserve your accommodation today. Some dorm rooms will be available when registration opens in March.

For questions on existing reservations, booking assistance, and room block availability, please contact the hotel directly. 

Special accommodations are available. Please contact the Tech Reunions staff for more information. Attendees can also specify their requirements during the registration process. 

A limited number of dorm rooms are available during reunions, first come, first served. If you need a space, please make sure you register early. For more information on staying in dorms, including dorm locations, Tech Reunions Housing Code of Conduct, and more, visit the accommodations page. 

The Institute promotes the principle that every person brings unique qualities and talents to the community and that every individual should be treated in a respectful manner. All members of the MIT community are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, personal integrity, and respect for the rights, differences, and dignity of others. These standards of personal conduct apply to all communications, whether oral, written, or in gestures. Community members are also expected to treat the property of the Institute and other community members with appropriate care and respect. 

The MITAA prioritizes the event experience of our alumni and guests, which includes ensuring their safety and comfort. To that end, the Association adheres to Institute safety protocols and measures and works in close partnership with Campus Police when hosting events like Tech Reunions. To stay current on relevant updates on campus, please visit this page from time to time.

There is limited parking available on campus due to the extensive construction projects taking place. We encourage attendees to use alternative transportation when coming back to campus, including public transportation, taxis, and ridesharing apps like Lyft and Uber. However, if you must drive to campus, a limited number of parking passes for campus lots are available on a first-come, first served basis. 

Shuttles will be available to all alumni and guests. Shuttles will stop at the Hyatt Cambridge and Marriott Kendall hotels, dorms, parking lots, and several other venues on campus. 

In addition to the Tech Reunions shuttles, reunion attendees may ride the MIT Tech Shuttle which runs Monday–Friday, 6:15 a.m.–7:10 p.m.

Shuttle Map

The dress code will vary for each event. Check your class schedule and/or the Tech Reunions schedule for details.

MIT alumni who are celebrating their 50th reunion can now order their red jacket. Click here to order.  

Tech Reunions registration and check-in will take place in the Stratton Student Center W20 , where you can collect your registration materials and/or add tickets for any events with remaining availability.  If you are looking for a parking accessible check-in, W98 (600 Memorial Dr.) will have a satellite check in. This space allows for 15-minute parking.

MIT Medical is located at 25 Carleton St., Bldg. E23, between Amherst St. and Main St., and is open to alumni and families who require medical attention during Tech Reunions. Medical personnel are available daily, 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., and medical staff are available by phone, 24 hours a day, at 617-253-4481. For on-campus emergencies, dial 100 on any campus phone. Please be aware that you will be billed for any medical services rendered. 

Stata Center (Bldg. 32), Ford Building (Bldg. E18), Maclaurin Buildings (Bldg. 10), Tech Square (Bldg. NE48). 

The MIT Coop has locations in the Stratton Student Center and in Kendall Square. 

Lost and found during Tech Reunions will be held at the Registration and Check-In area during registration hours. After registration closes, all items will be given to MIT Police. 

The easiest way to make a gift is with a credit card online at giving.mit.edu.  You can also learn more about other methods, including gifts by check, wire transfer, stock, mutual fund transfers, and donor-advised funds. 

Gifts made in the four fiscal years leading up to the reunion year, excluding pledge payments previously counted in a reunion total

Gifts made in the 12-month period from July 1 through June 30 of the reunion year; and once a gift is made:

• Multi-year pledges for which payments are due between July 1 and June 30 of the reunion year and final payment is due no later than June 30 of the fiscal year prior to the next reunion;
• Recurring gifts prescheduled through June 30 of the fiscal year prior to the next reunion; and
• Matching gifts received in the reunion year.

Class Participation will include donors who have made a gift in the 12-month period from July 1 through June 30 of the reunion year.  Gifts to all funds at MIT count towards Class Reunion Gift dollars and participation.

If you have questions about making a gift to MIT, or questions about what will count in your class’s reunion gift total, please reach out to the Class Giving team at reuniongiving@mit.edu.