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MIT Alumni Association
MIT Alumni Association
Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA)
Wednesday, May 7, 4:00pm - 6:00pm (America/New_York)
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This is a first in person event to catalyze conversations between Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA) members and current MIT graduate students. This is an opportunity to network and self-assemble into groups to discuss topics of interest such as navigating turbulent times and finding the right job after MIT.
Bring your own coffee/tea and join us for some delicious baked goods (including GF), nuts and fruit.
All are welcome. Come with a friend!
This event is produced by the Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA) which is dedicated to:
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Tuesday, May 13, 6:00pm - 9:00pm (America/New_York)
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This opportunity is courtesy of MIT Club of Chicago which is allowing us to participate remotely to support the efforts of the Science Committee at the Dallas Makerspace (DMS) to build a volunteering and STEM outreach partnership between the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science at UNT, the MIT Club of DFW, and DMS.
Please register for MIT Club of Chicago virtual ticket to the lecture BEFORE registering for the in-person event at DMS (free to dues paid members).
1. DMS-MIT Special Guest Lecture:
On May 13th, the Dallas Makerspace and the MIT Club of DFW will jointly host an remote special guest lecture featuring Professor Moungi Bawendi from the MIT Chemistry Department. Professor Bawendi will share about his groundbreaking work on quantum dots—nanoscale semiconductor materials that have revolutionized a wide range of applications including medical imaging, consumer electronics, and solar energy. There will be opportunities for questions at the end of the lecture.
About Professor Bawendi: Dr. Moungi Bawendi is the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Born in Paris, he moved to the United States as a child and went on to earn his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Harvard University, followed by a PhD in chemistry from the University of Chicago. In 2023, Professor Bawendi was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry as a co-recipient for his "discovery and synthesis of quantum dots."
2. Tour of the Dallas Makerspace + Demos/Activities:
A guided tour of the Dallas Makerspace will be provided. DMS offers a wide variety classes, equipment and resources including a machine shop, a hot glass shop, a metal shop, 3D printing, printmaking presses, a woodshop, science laboratory space, creative arts tools, a blacksmithy, an automotive shop, a ceramics studio, a jewelry studio and more. Demos and limited hands-on crafts and activities will be available (more details to come). A special discount on the first month of membership for MIT Alumni will be available for attendees.
About the Dallas Makerspace: Dallas Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community workshop and laboratory sharing a 36,000sqft shop in Carrollton, TX. We are an organization of local artists, engineers, makers, and thinkers working together to provide tools and learning resources to the public. We use these resources to collaborate on individual and community projects in order to promote science, technology and art; while working and experimenting on innovative ideas to encourage learning within our community.
3. STEM Outreach Volunteering Information:
Both the MIT Club of DFW and the Science Committee at the Dallas Makerspace are looking to expand their STEM outreach activities. We need your help! If you are interested in volunteering, this is a great opportunity to meet people already involved in these activities as well as STEM educators and student leaders. Together we can make a real impact.
Light refreshments and food will be provided.
The exact room(s) for each part the event will be announced later. Information will be posted on the Science Committee area whiteboards on the day of the event.
MIT Alumni: To attend the in-person event at DMS, please register for both this event AND the virtual option ticket from MITCOC ($25): https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/networks/events/123570
Registration for DMS Members: https://calendar.dallasmakerspace.org/events/view/24544
Local STEM Educators: Please reach out to science@dallasmakerspace.org for an invitation (limited availability).
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Thursday, May 15, 8:30pm - 10:00pm (America/New_York)
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Learn MoreClub of Southeast Michigan
Wednesday, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm (America/New_York)
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Celebrate The Start of Summer with your fellow MIT Alums at the MIT Club’s May Happy Hour Event at Bill's Beer Garden in Ann Arbor
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A chance to catch-up with old friends and make new ones in person. Enjoy a refreshing beverage and engaging conversation with your fellow MIT alums.
This is a Free Event, beverages at your own expense.
You may choose to make a $5.00 donation to the MIT Club of Southeastern Michigan This donation helps us continue sponsoring programing for MIT Alumni in the SE Michigan area |
Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA)
Thursday, May 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm (America/New_York)
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In 2008, the The Association of MIT Alumnae Board of Directors voted to honor 50th Reunion Alumnae with a gray scarf to accompany their red jackets. "We hope this will be a good, and more stylish, substitute for the men’s grey and cardinal striped freshman ties!" (2008).
AMITA welcomes all women & their families who are celebrating their 50th Reunion to attend the scarf ceremony.
We look forward to welcoming you all back to campus and celebrating this milestone with you.
Date: May 29, 2025
Time: 11am-12pm
Location: MIT - Hayden Memorial Library, Building 14, The Nexus (14S-130) [Map]
Visit AMITA's Media Center to see photos and more from previous 50th Scarf Reunion Ceremonies
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Learn MoreAssociation of MIT Alumnae (AMITA)
Sunday, June 1, 9:00am - 11:00am (America/New_York)
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Reunion Weekend BRUNCH!
Come mingle with old and new friends at the Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA) reunion weekend brunch. There will be some fun icebreaker activities and information about AMITA, but the main goal is to eat and have some time together. This event is open to all who identify as women.
Date: June 1, 2025
Time: 9-11am ET
Location: McCormick Hall, Bldg. W4 - Brown Lounge
Registration deadline: May 29th.
If you’ve registered via TechReunions, there is no need to register again through AMITA.
See Photos from Last Year's Brunch!
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Saturday, June 7, 12:00pm - 1:00pm (America/New_York)
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Date: June 7, 2025
Time: 12 Noon ET
Location: Zoom (Online only)
Note: A Business Meeting open to subscribed AMITA Life, Contributing, Regular, Recent Graduate, & Student members will follow at 1:00 pm.
The Business Meeting will require a separate registration and a separate link.
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Saturday, June 7, 1:00pm - 2:00pm (America/New_York)
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Date: June 7, 2025
Time: 1 PM to 2 PM Eastern (US)
Location: Zoom, a link will be sent via email to registered participants
The Business Meeting will be held on June 7th following the 2025 Annual Meeting & Keynote Address. If the Keynote Speaker Address runs late, the Business Meeting's start time will be adjusted.
At our business meeting we will review AMITA’s accomplishments for the academic year, discuss the vision for the future, and will give everyone an opportunity to vote on the new slate of board members.
Registration for the Business Meeting, voting privileges and other benefits are available to only to subscribed (paid) AMITA Life, Contributing, Regular, Recent Grad and Student members. Visit AMITA Membership Levels for more information.
This business meeting is separate from and independent of the 2025 Annual Meeting & Keynote Address. To attend both events, you will need to register for both events.
1. Online: <Link Pending> You must be signed into your MIT Infinite Connection (Alumna @ alum.mit.edu) account to access the online ballot.
Online Votes must be submitted by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (US) on June 14, 2025
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2. Mail: print, complete and mail the ballot <Link to PDF Pending> in a sealed envelope signed on the outside to
Association of MIT Alumnae (AMITA)
600 Memorial Dr.
Cambridge, MA 02139
Mail-in Votes must be postmarked by Saturday, June 7, 2025
Women graduates of MIT are automatically eligible to be part of the AMITA Community. This is free and it enables you to get information about our events and activities. If you haven't already done so, Login and activate your MIT Online Community account.
Registration for the Business Meeting, voting privileges and other benefits are available to only with subscribed (paid) AMITA Life, Contributing, Regular, Recent Grad and Graduate Student memberships.
1. Start: LOGIN. Scroll to the top of the page. You should see: a red button in the upper right that says "Register for this Event." Click the button to Register.
2. Logged in but seeing "Registration Closed"? Check your AMITA Membership status. Consider renewing your membership or joining AMITA as a Life, Contributing, Regular, Recent Grad and Student member.
3. Registration Questions? Contact AMITAHelp@alum.mit.edu
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