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Learn More 2025-05-17 21:15:00 2025-05-18 01:30:00 UTC Alumni Night @ New England Revolution CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS Join fellow MIT alumni and their families for a special night at Gillette Stadium as the New England Revolution take on the San Jose Earthquakes. This event offers a premium MLS game-day experience, complete with: Special Remarks from Brian Bilello '97 – Hear from Revolution Team President and proud MIT alumnus, Brian Bilello, as he shares insights on leadership, his journey from MIT to Major League Soccer, and bringing the 2026 World Cup to Boston. Club Seat Access – Enjoy some of the best views in the stadium while taking in all the action. All-Inclusive Food & Beverage – Savor a top-tier dining experience with unlimited food and drinks throughout the match. Halftime Gillette Stadium Lighthouse Tour – Enjoy the views from the Gillette Stadium Lighthouse on our 360-degree observation deck at halftime of the match. The speaker event featuring Revolution Team President & MIT alumnus, Brian Bilello begins at 5:45PM prior to the start of the game. Tickets cost $178/person and can be PURCHASED HERE. You may purchase up to 8 tickets per account. For groups larger than 8, please contact Tom Gatanis at tomg@revolutionsoccer.net. Tickets are limited. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow MIT alumni, enjoy a world-class sports event, and introduce your family and friends to a Revolution soccer experience. Club of Boston tngai@mitcob.org

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MIT Sloan CIO Symposium 2025
The Nation’s Premier Event for CIOs

For more details and to register:  https://mitcio.info/register

Date: May 20, 2025
Location: Royal Sonesta Hotel, Cambridge, MA
Theme: CIO Leadership in an AI-Driven World
General Admission: $1,295

As we enter an AI-driven era, CIOs are navigating a landscape of immense opportunity and complexity. The 2025 MIT Sloan CIO Symposium brings together top technology executives, MIT faculty, and industry leaders for a day of interactive learning, thought-provoking panels, and high-impact networking.

Why Attend?

• Exclusive insights from Nobel Prize-winning economists Daron Acemoglu, recognized for his work on the relationship between economic growth and political institutions.
• Expert-led discussions on AI-driven leadership, digital transformation, and the evolving role of CIOs.
• Unparalleled networking with technology decision-makers, MIT faculty, and innovators shaping the future.

Upgrade Your Experience: Exclusive VIP Pre-Event

Date: May 19, 2025
Includes:

• VIP Networking Reception
• Innovation Showcase – featuring groundbreaking technology startups
• CIO Leadership Award Dinner – celebrating excellence in IT leadership
• Attendance: Limited to sponsors, organizers, panelists, showcase finalists, and Innovator members
• VIP Admission: $249

Unlock Savings & Exclusive Access with Innovator Membership

Want to attend the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium at a discounted rate while unlocking premium networking opportunities? Join our Innovator Membership to maximize your experience.

Innovator Membership Benefits:

• Discounted General Admission: $595 (save over $600)
• Access to the VIP Pre-Event: $249 ticket available for Innovators 
• Exclusive Online Events: Monthly expert webinars, discussions, instant access to the replay library
• Annual Membership Fee: $75

By becoming an Innovator member, you’ll gain exclusive access to premium event experiences and connect with industry leaders year-round. 

For more details and to register:  https://mitcio.info/register

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Learn More 2025-05-20 11:30:00 2025-05-20 22:30:00 UTC 22nd Annual MIT Sloan CIO Symposium MIT Sloan CIO Symposium 2025The Nation’s Premier Event for CIOs For more details and to register:  https://mitcio.info/register Date: May 20, 2025Location: Royal Sonesta Hotel, Cambridge, MATheme: CIO Leadership in an AI-Driven WorldGeneral Admission: $1,295 As we enter an AI-driven era, CIOs are navigating a landscape of immense opportunity and complexity. The 2025 MIT Sloan CIO Symposium brings together top technology executives, MIT faculty, and industry leaders for a day of interactive learning, thought-provoking panels, and high-impact networking. Why Attend? Exclusive insights from Nobel Prize-winning economists Daron Acemoglu, recognized for his work on the relationship between economic growth and political institutions. Expert-led discussions on AI-driven leadership, digital transformation, and the evolving role of CIOs. Unparalleled networking with technology decision-makers, MIT faculty, and innovators shaping the future. Upgrade Your Experience: Exclusive VIP Pre-Event Date: May 19, 2025Includes: VIP Networking Reception Innovation Showcase – featuring groundbreaking technology startups CIO Leadership Award Dinner – celebrating excellence in IT leadership Attendance: Limited to sponsors, organizers, panelists, showcase finalists, and Innovator members VIP Admission: $249 Unlock Savings & Exclusive Access with Innovator Membership Want to attend the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium at a discounted rate while unlocking premium networking opportunities? Join our Innovator Membership to maximize your experience. Innovator Membership Benefits: Discounted General Admission: $595 (save over $600) Access to the VIP Pre-Event: $249 ticket available for Innovators  Exclusive Online Events: Monthly expert webinars, discussions, instant access to the replay library Annual Membership Fee: $75 By becoming an Innovator member, you’ll gain exclusive access to premium event experiences and connect with industry leaders year-round.  For more details and to register:  https://mitcio.info/register Club of Boston info@mitcio.com

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Dear Alumni,

We are very honored to welcome MIT Prof Moungi Bawendi  2023 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry in Paris https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moungi_Bawendi 

On the topic Tiny Particles, Big Impact: The Story of Quantum Dots and Human Progress

Quantum dots, one of the first engineered nanomaterials, have become ubiquitous in displays and other applications. Professor Bawendi's talk will discuss their origin story, their development, and their applications. This is a story of curiosity-based science driving innovation and technological progress.

Moungi Bawendi is the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at MIT. His lab focuses on the science and applications of nanocrystals, especially semiconductor nanocrystal (aka quantum dots). Born in Paris, Bawendi emigrated to the United States as a child, and earned his bachelor's and master's Degrees from Harvard University. He went on to achieve a PhD in chemistry from the University of Chicago. After conducting postdoctoral research at Bell Labs, he joined the MIT Chemistry faculty in 1990. In 2023, Bawendi was named a co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry "for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots".

We will have a sitting dinner with a composition of 3 themes to go along with the service - Each theme will have a presentation by the professor to be followed by questions from the assembly

1) Apetizer - the Early life and education 

2) Entries - the Researcher life and The Quantum dots 

3) Dessert: the Nobel Prize, MIT and the path forward

 

Frédéric Hannoyer and the MIT CdF Board 

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Bio:

Professor Moungi Bawendi, born in Paris, France, in 1961, is a distinguished chemist recognized for his groundbreaking work on quantum dots. After spending his early years in France and Tunisia, he moved to the United States, where he pursued higher education. He obtained his Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Chicago in 1988 and later conducted postdoctoral research at Bell Labs.

In 1990, Bawendi joined the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he became a professor in 1996. His most notable scientific contribution is the hot-injection synthesis of quantum dots, a breakthrough that enabled precise control over their size and properties, leading to wide-ranging applications in electronics, photovoltaics, and biomedical imaging.

For his pioneering work, Bawendi was awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, alongside Louis E. Brus and Alexey Ekimov, for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots. These nanomaterials are now essential in high-definition displays, energy-efficient lighting, medical diagnostics, and solar energy technology, revolutionizing modern technology and holding great potential for future innovations in medicine, renewable energy, and quantum computing,

 

 

 

Learn More 2025-05-20 17:00:00 2025-05-20 19:30:00 UTC Sitting dinner with MIT Nobel Prize 2023 Prof Moungi Bawendi Dear Alumni, We are very honored to welcome MIT Prof Moungi Bawendi  2023 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry in Paris https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moungi_Bawendi  On the topic Tiny Particles, Big Impact: The Story of Quantum Dots and Human Progress Quantum dots, one of the first engineered nanomaterials, have become ubiquitous in displays and other applications. Professor Bawendi's talk will discuss their origin story, their development, and their applications. This is a story of curiosity-based science driving innovation and technological progress. Moungi Bawendi is the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at MIT. His lab focuses on the science and applications of nanocrystals, especially semiconductor nanocrystal (aka quantum dots). Born in Paris, Bawendi emigrated to the United States as a child, and earned his bachelor's and master's Degrees from Harvard University. He went on to achieve a PhD in chemistry from the University of Chicago. After conducting postdoctoral research at Bell Labs, he joined the MIT Chemistry faculty in 1990. In 2023, Bawendi was named a co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry "for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots". We will have a sitting dinner with a composition of 3 themes to go along with the service - Each theme will have a presentation by the professor to be followed by questions from the assembly 1) Apetizer - the Early life and education  2) Entries - the Researcher life and The Quantum dots  3) Dessert: the Nobel Prize, MIT and the path forward   Frédéric Hannoyer and the MIT CdF Board  Bio: Professor Moungi Bawendi, born in Paris, France, in 1961, is a distinguished chemist recognized for his groundbreaking work on quantum dots. After spending his early years in France and Tunisia, he moved to the United States, where he pursued higher education. He obtained his Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Chicago in 1988 and later conducted postdoctoral research at Bell Labs. In 1990, Bawendi joined the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he became a professor in 1996. His most notable scientific contribution is the hot-injection synthesis of quantum dots, a breakthrough that enabled precise control over their size and properties, leading to wide-ranging applications in electronics, photovoltaics, and biomedical imaging. For his pioneering work, Bawendi was awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, alongside Louis E. Brus and Alexey Ekimov, for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots. These nanomaterials are now essential in high-definition displays, energy-efficient lighting, medical diagnostics, and solar energy technology, revolutionizing modern technology and holding great potential for future innovations in medicine, renewable energy, and quantum computing,       Club of France

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Join the MITCOB Dining Club this May with Colombian-Mexican fare at La Cantina in Revere, MA on Wednesday May 21 at 7:00PM. We will sample a prix fixe 3-course menu which includes an appetizer, a entree, dessert, and juice/soft drink. Attendees will be responsible for any alternate beverages, which will be paid for separately. Registrations can be canceled through Sunday May 18, for a full refund. Refunds after May 18th will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Ticket Pricing (includes tax/gratuity):

• MITCOB Member/Guest - $62
• Non-Member/Guest - $70

Prix Fixe 3-Course Menu:

APPETIZER (pick one):

• Ceviche de chicharron, served with yucca fries
• Roasted Beet Salad (mixed greens, pickled onion, shaved parmesan cheese and sweet mustard vinaigrette)

ENTRÉE (pick one):

• Grilled Ribeye steak, Colombian rice pilaf, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus and mariners sauce (contain shellfish)
• Roasted Salmon, yucca puree, tostones, mixed vegetables and chive-lemon sauce 
• Pan seared herbed Chicken, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus, thyme-mushroom cream sauce
• Stuffed Chille relleno with cheese, rice and beans and a tomato sauce

DESSERT (pick one):

• Kahlua Flan, caramel sauce, and fresh whipped cream
• Passion Fruit mousse cake, raspberry sauce

BEVERAGE (pick one):

• Juice
• Soft Drink

Contact

tngai@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-05-21 23:00:00 2025-05-22 01:00:00 UTC Dining Club: May 2025 (La Cantina) If you have trouble registering for this event, click here. Join the MITCOB Dining Club this May with Colombian-Mexican fare at La Cantina in Revere, MA on Wednesday May 21 at 7:00PM. We will sample a prix fixe 3-course menu which includes an appetizer, a entree, dessert, and juice/soft drink. Attendees will be responsible for any alternate beverages, which will be paid for separately. Registrations can be canceled through Sunday May 18, for a full refund. Refunds after May 18th will be made on a case-by-case basis. Ticket Pricing (includes tax/gratuity): • MITCOB Member/Guest - $62• Non-Member/Guest - $70 Prix Fixe 3-Course Menu: APPETIZER (pick one): Ceviche de chicharron, served with yucca fries Roasted Beet Salad (mixed greens, pickled onion, shaved parmesan cheese and sweet mustard vinaigrette) ENTRÉE (pick one): Grilled Ribeye steak, Colombian rice pilaf, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus and mariners sauce (contain shellfish) Roasted Salmon, yucca puree, tostones, mixed vegetables and chive-lemon sauce  Pan seared herbed Chicken, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, candied tri-color carrot, grilled asparagus, thyme-mushroom cream sauce Stuffed Chille relleno with cheese, rice and beans and a tomato sauce DESSERT (pick one): Kahlua Flan, caramel sauce, and fresh whipped cream Passion Fruit mousse cake, raspberry sauce BEVERAGE (pick one): Juice Soft Drink Club of Boston tngai@mitcob.org

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Dear Alumni,

Invitation to the HumAIn Salon: Exploring AI, People, and the Future of Work

We are pleased to invite you the 4th edition of our NEW AI event : the HumAIn Salon. This is a recurring series of human-size in-person events dedicated to exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence, human factors, including the future of work. This intimate gathering (~30p max)  will occur every one to two months, bringing together a small group of participants for in-depth discussions on these critical topics.

Theme: “HumAIn Intelligence: AI, People, and the Future of Work”
Format: Serial meetups featuring a blend of expert presentations and interactive exchanges
Salon Host : Léa Peersman, MIT Sloan graduate, researcher, founder of HI Lab,
Guest Speakers: Every session will feature a guest speaker from the fields of AI research, cognitive sciences, sociology, and startups, sparking the discussions and guiding our exploration.

This is a conference where we expect you to participate and share your vision! The HumAIn Salon is a collaborative forum where every voice matters, and your insights are critical to shaping our understanding of the intersection between AI and human experiences.

Join us for an engaging discussion and dinner 

We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching and thought-provoking series.

Specific Mar 25th Event Details:

Date: 25 March 2025
Time: 19:30 – 22:30
Venue: Restaurant Vauban, facing Les Invalides, 7th arrondissement, Paris

Guest Speakers:

• Clement Duhart — Clément Duhart currently serves as the Director of Strategy and Innovation at IONIS Education Group (https://www.ionis-group.com/). From 2018 to 2024, he led the Institute for Future Technologies (IFT), after founding it in 2019. Within this institute, he also headed the Artificial Lives research group, focusing on Human-Machine interfaces, mixed realities, and swarm robotics. With a solid foundation in embedded systems engineering, Clément holds a master's degree in Artificial Intelligence from the Sorbonne and earned his doctorate in computer science from the University of Le Havre in 2016. Clément's career trajectory shifted towards deep learning after his initial work in the Internet of Things and large-scale mesh wireless sensor networks. In 2015, he embarked on a collaborative venture with MIT Medialab, starting as a visiting student and later becoming a postdoc and research scientist. During this time, he contributed to the Tidmarsh project, which is dedicated to restoring industrial wastelands in wetlands. His responsibilities included developing deep learning and wireless sensor network technologies to capture dynamic changes in environmental and wildlife parameters. The ultimate goal was to construct a tele-presence reality, aiding restoration practitioners and fostering public engagement through innovative tools.

This session will explore the core question:
“Rethinking Resilience: Fostering Ingenuity in a World of Crises and AI”

 

In a world facing crises on every level—wars in Europe, climate change — are we, as a Nation, truly prepared to become resilient? Is our generation ready to invent in a world without abundance? To create using only what is available?

In the era of Artificial Intelligence, what is the defining value of humanity? Is it not creativity, the ability to invent, to be ingenious, to think outside the box? We think through our bodies, our space, our emotions. Our perception is the key to our ability to evolve by acting upon the world—it forces us to confront reality and, therefore, compels us to invent.

I deeply believe that, given the current context, we must rethink our societies — from a model of hyper-specialization of skills to a world of well-rounded individuals. This shift has already begun through the widespread adoption of soft skills training for better collective living. Today, it is time to train our future generations of engineers to become modern-day MacGyvers.

Over an informal dinner, Clement and Lea will share their vision and let us exchange and share.

Registration: To attend, you only pay for your dinner (3 course-meal) - please register on the MIT website. Limited Seating the dinner is at 55€ and you pay forward to reserve your seat  - We'll refund you if you cannot attend and tell us upfront.

We look forward to your participation in this important discussion.

Best regards,

 

Lea Peersman and Frédéric Hannoyer

MIT CdF Board member & MIT CdF President

 

 

Learn More 2025-05-22 17:30:00 2025-05-22 17:30:00 UTC HumAIn Salon #4: Clement Duhart: Rethinking Resilience Dear Alumni, Invitation to the HumAIn Salon: Exploring AI, People, and the Future of Work We are pleased to invite you the 4th edition of our NEW AI event : the HumAIn Salon. This is a recurring series of human-size in-person events dedicated to exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence, human factors, including the future of work. This intimate gathering (~30p max)  will occur every one to two months, bringing together a small group of participants for in-depth discussions on these critical topics. Theme: “HumAIn Intelligence: AI, People, and the Future of Work”Format: Serial meetups featuring a blend of expert presentations and interactive exchangesSalon Host : Léa Peersman, MIT Sloan graduate, researcher, founder of HI Lab,Guest Speakers: Every session will feature a guest speaker from the fields of AI research, cognitive sciences, sociology, and startups, sparking the discussions and guiding our exploration. This is a conference where we expect you to participate and share your vision! The HumAIn Salon is a collaborative forum where every voice matters, and your insights are critical to shaping our understanding of the intersection between AI and human experiences. Join us for an engaging discussion and dinner  We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching and thought-provoking series. Specific Mar 25th Event Details: Date: 25 March 2025Time: 19:30 – 22:30Venue: Restaurant Vauban, facing Les Invalides, 7th arrondissement, Paris Guest Speakers: Clement Duhart — Clément Duhart currently serves as the Director of Strategy and Innovation at IONIS Education Group (https://www.ionis-group.com/). From 2018 to 2024, he led the Institute for Future Technologies (IFT), after founding it in 2019. Within this institute, he also headed the Artificial Lives research group, focusing on Human-Machine interfaces, mixed realities, and swarm robotics. With a solid foundation in embedded systems engineering, Clément holds a master's degree in Artificial Intelligence from the Sorbonne and earned his doctorate in computer science from the University of Le Havre in 2016. Clément's career trajectory shifted towards deep learning after his initial work in the Internet of Things and large-scale mesh wireless sensor networks. In 2015, he embarked on a collaborative venture with MIT Medialab, starting as a visiting student and later becoming a postdoc and research scientist. During this time, he contributed to the Tidmarsh project, which is dedicated to restoring industrial wastelands in wetlands. His responsibilities included developing deep learning and wireless sensor network technologies to capture dynamic changes in environmental and wildlife parameters. The ultimate goal was to construct a tele-presence reality, aiding restoration practitioners and fostering public engagement through innovative tools. This session will explore the core question:“Rethinking Resilience: Fostering Ingenuity in a World of Crises and AI”   In a world facing crises on every level—wars in Europe, climate change — are we, as a Nation, truly prepared to become resilient? Is our generation ready to invent in a world without abundance? To create using only what is available? In the era of Artificial Intelligence, what is the defining value of humanity? Is it not creativity, the ability to invent, to be ingenious, to think outside the box? We think through our bodies, our space, our emotions. Our perception is the key to our ability to evolve by acting upon the world—it forces us to confront reality and, therefore, compels us to invent. I deeply believe that, given the current context, we must rethink our societies — from a model of hyper-specialization of skills to a world of well-rounded individuals. This shift has already begun through the widespread adoption of soft skills training for better collective living. Today, it is time to train our future generations of engineers to become modern-day MacGyvers. Over an informal dinner, Clement and Lea will share their vision and let us exchange and share. Registration: To attend, you only pay for your dinner (3 course-meal) - please register on the MIT website. Limited Seating the dinner is at 55€ and you pay forward to reserve your seat  - We'll refund you if you cannot attend and tell us upfront. We look forward to your participation in this important discussion. Best regards,   Lea Peersman and Frédéric Hannoyer MIT CdF Board member & MIT CdF President     Club of France

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Join fellow MIT alumni and the author, Jason M. Barr, for a virtual discussion of his book Cities in the Sky: The Quest to Build the World's Tallest Skyscrapers on Thursday, May 22, at 7PM.  Dr. Barr  will join us for the first 45 minutes for an engaging Q&A.  Be sure to bring your questions!

**Please read this book in advance of the discussion** 

A Zoom link will be provided by e-mail to those registered.

Contact

ctourgee@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-05-22 23:00:00 2025-05-23 00:30:00 UTC Book Club with Author: Cities in the Sky by Jason M. Barr Join fellow MIT alumni and the author, Jason M. Barr, for a virtual discussion of his book Cities in the Sky: The Quest to Build the World's Tallest Skyscrapers on Thursday, May 22, at 7PM.  Dr. Barr  will join us for the first 45 minutes for an engaging Q&A.  Be sure to bring your questions! The world’s skyscrapers have brought us awe and wonder, and yet they remain controversial—for their high costs, shadows, and overt grandiosity. But, decade by decade, they keep getting higher and higher. What is driving this global building spree of epic proportions? In Cities in the Sky, author Jason Barr  explains why they appeal to cities and nations, how they get financed, why they succeed economically, and how they change a city’s skyline and enable the world’s greatest metropolises to thrive in the 21st century.   From the Empire State Building (1,250 feet) to the Shanghai Tower (2,073 feet) and everywhere in between, Barr explains the unique architectural and engineering efforts that led to the creation of each structure. Along the way, he visits and unpacks some surprising myths about the earliest skyscrapers and the growth of American skylines after World War II, which incorporated a new suite of technologies that spread to the rest of the world in the 1990s. Barr also explores why London banned skyscrapers at the end of the 19th century but then embraced them in the 21st and explains how Hong Kong created the densest cluster of skyscrapers on the planet. Also covered is the dramatic result of China’s “skyscraper fever” and then on to the Arabian Peninsula to see what drove Dubai to build the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, which at 2,717 feet, is higher than the new One World Trade Center in New York by three football fields.   Filled with fascinating details, Cities in the Sky “masterfully weaves together the history, myths, economics, and engineering behind the most iconic structures across the world’s skylines”  (Grady Hillhouse, creator of Practical Engineering).   The Minuteman Library network in the Boston area has three copies of this book. If you are unable to check out a copy,  BookFinder.com is a great resource for finding gently used, less expensive copies of this book. **Please read this book in advance of the discussion**  A Zoom link will be provided by e-mail to those registered. Club of Boston ctourgee@mitcob.org

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Leadership Program for Women in STEM

Register by May 1, 2025!

More information can be found here:

https://www.epistimi.org/course-offerings

Application form:

https://www.epistimi.org/apply 

A successful career in STEMM requires more than an advanced degree and lots of publications.

The nonprofit Epistimi, Inc. was founded in 2021 to provide the MIT LEAPS course, Leading Yourself and Others, to women in STEMM globally. In 2023, the MIT LEAPS Program was awarded the Irwin Sizer Award for the “Most Significant Improvement to MIT Education” by the MIT Graduate Student Council.

Epistimi has partnered with the American College of Greece (ACG) and together we are happy to offer our one-week Epistimi-ACG leadership workshop during May 26-30, 2025 in Athens, Greece. The 5-day in-person workshop will be followed by six one hour Zoom meetings (every two weeks) in order to complete the personal work assignments. This program is for graduate students, postdocs, research scientists, assistant professors or any other early career professional woman in STEMM.

Workshop is limited to 30 participants. There will be three cohorts:

1. Energy, Climate and Sustainability

2. Health, Biotechnology and Chemistry

3. Computing, Physics, Engineering and Mathematics

Applications are due May 1, 2025.

For more information, visit https://www.epistimi.org/course-offerings  

You can also attend a 30 min information session by appointment (email epistimi.org@gmail.com):

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Contact

drigos@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-05-26 06:00:00 2025-05-30 16:00:00 UTC Leadership Program for Women in STEMM - 5 days in Athens, Greece Leadership Program for Women in STEM Register by May 1, 2025! More information can be found here: https://www.epistimi.org/course-offerings Application form: https://www.epistimi.org/apply  A successful career in STEMM requires more than an advanced degree and lots of publications. The nonprofit Epistimi, Inc. was founded in 2021 to provide the MIT LEAPS course, Leading Yourself and Others, to women in STEMM globally. In 2023, the MIT LEAPS Program was awarded the Irwin Sizer Award for the “Most Significant Improvement to MIT Education” by the MIT Graduate Student Council. Epistimi has partnered with the American College of Greece (ACG) and together we are happy to offer our one-week Epistimi-ACG leadership workshop during May 26-30, 2025 in Athens, Greece. The 5-day in-person workshop will be followed by six one hour Zoom meetings (every two weeks) in order to complete the personal work assignments. This program is for graduate students, postdocs, research scientists, assistant professors or any other early career professional woman in STEMM. Workshop is limited to 30 participants. There will be three cohorts: 1. Energy, Climate and Sustainability 2. Health, Biotechnology and Chemistry 3. Computing, Physics, Engineering and Mathematics Applications are due May 1, 2025. For more information, visit https://www.epistimi.org/course-offerings   You can also attend a 30 min information session by appointment (email epistimi.org@gmail.com): ·           Club of Boston drigos@mitcob.org

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Note: This is session #2 of 2. No need to attend both.

Come learn more about and join the Ivy+ Alumni Softball League! Join other interested players from Ivy+ schools and MIT and see if we can field an MIT or mixed-school team!

The Ivy+ Alumni Coed Softball League was founded in the 1980s to provide the opportunity for alumni of all ages and ability, male and female, to meet and network with other Ivy+ alum---this networking event just happens to take place on a softball field!  It was decided that a restricted flight ball was to be used, with the goal being for everyone to get a hit and for everyone to have fun!  A 4-swing rule was set, teams pitched to themselves with a defensive pitcher standing within 6–8 feet of the offensive pitcher to field the "beginner hits," seven men and three women were to be on the field at all times, and getting together socially after the game was encouraged.

For more information and to RSVP, use this link.

Contact

micah.smith@columbia.edu

Learn More 2025-05-30 22:00:00 2025-05-31 01:00:00 UTC 2025 Ivy+ Alumni Softball Mixer and Informational Session #2 Note: This is session #2 of 2. No need to attend both. Come learn more about and join the Ivy+ Alumni Softball League! Join other interested players from Ivy+ schools and MIT and see if we can field an MIT or mixed-school team! The Ivy+ Alumni Coed Softball League was founded in the 1980s to provide the opportunity for alumni of all ages and ability, male and female, to meet and network with other Ivy+ alum---this networking event just happens to take place on a softball field!  It was decided that a restricted flight ball was to be used, with the goal being for everyone to get a hit and for everyone to have fun!  A 4-swing rule was set, teams pitched to themselves with a defensive pitcher standing within 6–8 feet of the offensive pitcher to field the "beginner hits," seven men and three women were to be on the field at all times, and getting together socially after the game was encouraged. For more information and to RSVP, use this link. Club of Boston micah.smith@columbia.edu

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Experience the wonders of the Peabody Essex Museum on a guided tour through some of its most celebrated highlights! Founded in 1799, the Peabody Essex Museum is one of the oldest continuously operating museums in the United States, with a rich history that spans centuries of global art, culture, and innovation. From its world-renowned maritime collections to its impressive Asian art, Native American artifacts, and contemporary exhibitions, this tour will introduce you to the museum’s most iconic pieces and offer insight into its fascinating history.

After the tour, enjoy the flexibility of exploring the museum at your own pace. With your admission, you’re welcome to continue your journey through other parts of the museum, revisiting favorite sections or discovering new ones. Your day pass is valid until 5pm, giving you ample time to dive deeper into the exhibits, enjoy the museum’s stunning architecture, and reflect on what you've learned.

Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with one of the country’s most dynamic cultural institutions and explore the incredible range of art and history that has made the Peabody Essex Museum a beloved destination for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

We hope you can join us for this hour-long tour. Based on available space, this tour will be limited to 30 people.

Pricing:

• PAID Members & Member Guests: $35/person
• Non-members & Guests: $65/person

Please use the JOIN US link at our main mitcob.org page if you would like to purchase a paid membership.

NOTE: Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact communications@mitcob.org instead of registering again. If you are an MIT alumnus, or otherwise have an account in this system, please be sure to log in before registering since this will connect your registration to your account.

Contact

mwang@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-06-07 14:30:00 2025-06-07 15:30:00 UTC Alumni Tour: Peabody Essex Museum Experience the wonders of the Peabody Essex Museum on a guided tour through some of its most celebrated highlights! Founded in 1799, the Peabody Essex Museum is one of the oldest continuously operating museums in the United States, with a rich history that spans centuries of global art, culture, and innovation. From its world-renowned maritime collections to its impressive Asian art, Native American artifacts, and contemporary exhibitions, this tour will introduce you to the museum’s most iconic pieces and offer insight into its fascinating history. After the tour, enjoy the flexibility of exploring the museum at your own pace. With your admission, you’re welcome to continue your journey through other parts of the museum, revisiting favorite sections or discovering new ones. Your day pass is valid until 5pm, giving you ample time to dive deeper into the exhibits, enjoy the museum’s stunning architecture, and reflect on what you've learned. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with one of the country’s most dynamic cultural institutions and explore the incredible range of art and history that has made the Peabody Essex Museum a beloved destination for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. We hope you can join us for this hour-long tour. Based on available space, this tour will be limited to 30 people. Pricing: PAID Members & Member Guests: $35/person Non-members & Guests: $65/person Please use the JOIN US link at our main mitcob.org page if you would like to purchase a paid membership. NOTE: Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact communications@mitcob.org instead of registering again. If you are an MIT alumnus, or otherwise have an account in this system, please be sure to log in before registering since this will connect your registration to your account. Club of Boston mwang@mitcob.org

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Taylor Swift—The Person, The Music, and the Impact, a SEPT fundraiser

This special online event is a fundraiser to support the participation of local teachers in MIT’s Science and Engineering Program for Teachers (SEPT). (See website) The SEPT program presents innovative ways for middle and high school educators to teach STEM subjects.  All of the proceeds from this event will support local teachers.  If you are able to make an additional donation via the MIT Giving site to the MIT Club of Boston SEPT Fund (use this link for convenience), it will be greatly appreciated.

Do you have a Swiftie in your family, and you don’t understand the appeal?  Have you been curious about this pop musician who was able to sell out 152 stadium performances in 2023-4?  Are you looking for something fun and interesting to do with the family, while supporting a good cause?  Do you just love music?  This fast-paced musical and educational virtual event is just the thing you’ve been looking for.  Join the Zoom with your refreshments of choice at hand, and learn about Taylor Swift, her journey and her music.

Our host, David Kahn, spends a lot of time listening to music.  He listens to dozens of genres and follows hundreds of musicians/bands.  Some of these musicians are popular, and some are making excellent music in obscurity.  A couple of years ago, he decided to do a deep dive into the Taylor Swift phenomenon.  One of his daughters is a Swiftie, but other than a few of her popular songs he knew nothing about the person or her music.  David spent around 100 hours researching Taylor Swift and her music, and created a 30+ page document with over 200 links to videos, Wikipedia articles and news stories. After the program, every attendee will receive a copy of this complete document, so you can continue to explore this material on your own.

Taylor’s full discography is currently available on Spotify, and all of the official videos are on YouTube, but our speaker’s goal is to give you a more complete understanding of Taylor as an artist and as a person.  He’ll be sharing a lot of her music, but he’ll also be sharing some videos where Taylor explains her music and life experience in her own words.  David condensed a full course on Taylor Swift, supported by his detailed analysis, into this special event for the MIT Club of Boston.  By attending this session, you will see that Taylor Swift is:

• A songwriter
• A storyteller
• A performer
• A director
• A producer
• An entrepreneur
• An actress
• An activist
• A philanthropist
• A role model

David’s hope is that, by the end of this session, you’ll have a new or increased appreciation for everything Taylor Swift has accomplished.

About the Speaker

David Kahn has always been interested in music, and he collected albums and CDs in many genres back when that was the main way to explore interesting music.  Learning about music and musicians is easier now, and David spends many hours every month looking for interesting musicians and their music on YouTube and Spotify, and researching them on Wikipedia. He likes to find at least one new (to him) musician or band every week.

In 2022 he started a Music Enjoyment Club, where he shares interesting music with other music enthusiasts in a monthly Zoom session.  He organizes most sessions around a theme (Female Vocalists, Celtic Music, Piano Virtuosos, etc.), and he prepares a detailed handout for each session.

David Kahn has an SB in Course 6-3 (1978) and an SM in Course 15 (1981) from MIT.  He founded and managed D. Lawton Associates, an IT consulting firm, from 1986 through 2020.  He is currently the Asst. VP for K-12 STEM Engagement for the MIT Club of Boston and supports the MIT SEPT program.

Cost:

$15 Paid members of MIT Club of Boston
$25 General

Zoom link will be sent a day or two prior to the event to all paid registrants

Photo by Stephen Mease on Unsplash

Contact

dkahn@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-06-07 18:00:00 2025-06-07 20:00:00 UTC Taylor Swift—The Person, The Music, and the Impact, a SEPT fundraiser Taylor Swift—The Person, The Music, and the Impact, a SEPT fundraiser This special online event is a fundraiser to support the participation of local teachers in MIT’s Science and Engineering Program for Teachers (SEPT). (See website) The SEPT program presents innovative ways for middle and high school educators to teach STEM subjects.  All of the proceeds from this event will support local teachers.  If you are able to make an additional donation via the MIT Giving site to the MIT Club of Boston SEPT Fund (use this link for convenience), it will be greatly appreciated. Do you have a Swiftie in your family, and you don’t understand the appeal?  Have you been curious about this pop musician who was able to sell out 152 stadium performances in 2023-4?  Are you looking for something fun and interesting to do with the family, while supporting a good cause?  Do you just love music?  This fast-paced musical and educational virtual event is just the thing you’ve been looking for.  Join the Zoom with your refreshments of choice at hand, and learn about Taylor Swift, her journey and her music. Our host, David Kahn, spends a lot of time listening to music.  He listens to dozens of genres and follows hundreds of musicians/bands.  Some of these musicians are popular, and some are making excellent music in obscurity.  A couple of years ago, he decided to do a deep dive into the Taylor Swift phenomenon.  One of his daughters is a Swiftie, but other than a few of her popular songs he knew nothing about the person or her music.  David spent around 100 hours researching Taylor Swift and her music, and created a 30+ page document with over 200 links to videos, Wikipedia articles and news stories. After the program, every attendee will receive a copy of this complete document, so you can continue to explore this material on your own. Taylor’s full discography is currently available on Spotify, and all of the official videos are on YouTube, but our speaker’s goal is to give you a more complete understanding of Taylor as an artist and as a person.  He’ll be sharing a lot of her music, but he’ll also be sharing some videos where Taylor explains her music and life experience in her own words.  David condensed a full course on Taylor Swift, supported by his detailed analysis, into this special event for the MIT Club of Boston.  By attending this session, you will see that Taylor Swift is: A songwriter A storyteller A performer A director A producer An entrepreneur An actress An activist A philanthropist A role model David’s hope is that, by the end of this session, you’ll have a new or increased appreciation for everything Taylor Swift has accomplished. About the Speaker David Kahn has always been interested in music, and he collected albums and CDs in many genres back when that was the main way to explore interesting music.  Learning about music and musicians is easier now, and David spends many hours every month looking for interesting musicians and their music on YouTube and Spotify, and researching them on Wikipedia. He likes to find at least one new (to him) musician or band every week. In 2022 he started a Music Enjoyment Club, where he shares interesting music with other music enthusiasts in a monthly Zoom session.  He organizes most sessions around a theme (Female Vocalists, Celtic Music, Piano Virtuosos, etc.), and he prepares a detailed handout for each session. David Kahn has an SB in Course 6-3 (1978) and an SM in Course 15 (1981) from MIT.  He founded and managed D. Lawton Associates, an IT consulting firm, from 1986 through 2020.  He is currently the Asst. VP for K-12 STEM Engagement for the MIT Club of Boston and supports the MIT SEPT program. Cost: $15 Paid members of MIT Club of Boston$25 General Zoom link will be sent a day or two prior to the event to all paid registrants Photo by Stephen Mease on Unsplash Club of Boston dkahn@mitcob.org

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Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni

Join fellow MIT alumni and other cyclists for a relaxed Thursday morning ride on the Minuteman Bikeway – one of the premier rail- trails in the U.S., designated a Millennium Trail by the White House and inducted into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame.

Starting Point: Thorndike Field Park parking lot (free parking) at 99 Margaret St, Arlington, just 0.2 miles from MBTA Alewife Station (Red Line).

Ride Details: The group will decide whether our destination will be Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip) on the paved Minuteman Bikeway. 
Pace: relaxed, ~12–14 mph.

Destination: Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip)—the group will decide. The entire ride will be on the Minuteman Bikeway at about 12–14 mph.

When: Thursdays, at 10 AM. We’ll return by approximately 11:30 AM to noon.

Indulgences: If there's interest, we’ll stop at Kickstand Café in Arlington on our way back.

Ride Status Updates: Ride status will be posted on Thursday morning, no later than 8:30 AM, at https://ihaveanidea.us/cyclemitcob/.
The event will be canceled if the organizer is unable to attend, the 10 AM forecast for Cambridge predicts a temperature <43° or probability of rain >25%.

Always check ride status before attending the event.

Queries: Contact Hayward Zwerling at 978-407-0101 or HZMD@me.com

Note: Each participant is responsible for their own safety and agrees to hold harmless MIT, the MIT Club of Boston, and the event organizer for any injuries or consequences arising from participation.

Contact

hzmd@me.com

Learn More 2025-06-12 14:00:00 2025-06-12 16:00:00 UTC Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni Cycle the Minuteman Bikeway with Fellow MIT Alumni Join fellow MIT alumni and other cyclists for a relaxed Thursday morning ride on the Minuteman Bikeway – one of the premier rail- trails in the U.S., designated a Millennium Trail by the White House and inducted into the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame. Starting Point: Thorndike Field Park parking lot (free parking) at 99 Margaret St, Arlington, just 0.2 miles from MBTA Alewife Station (Red Line). Ride Details: The group will decide whether our destination will be Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip) on the paved Minuteman Bikeway. Pace: relaxed, ~12–14 mph. Destination: Bedford’s Depot Park (20 miles round trip) or Lexington Common (12 miles round trip)—the group will decide. The entire ride will be on the Minuteman Bikeway at about 12–14 mph. When: Thursdays, at 10 AM. We’ll return by approximately 11:30 AM to noon. Indulgences: If there's interest, we’ll stop at Kickstand Café in Arlington on our way back. Ride Status Updates: Ride status will be posted on Thursday morning, no later than 8:30 AM, at https://ihaveanidea.us/cyclemitcob/.The event will be canceled if the organizer is unable to attend, the 10 AM forecast for Cambridge predicts a temperature &lt;43° or probability of rain &gt;25%.Always check ride status before attending the event. Queries: Contact Hayward Zwerling at 978-407-0101 or HZMD@me.com Note: Each participant is responsible for their own safety and agrees to hold harmless MIT, the MIT Club of Boston, and the event organizer for any injuries or consequences arising from participation. Club of Boston hzmd@me.com

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Learn More 2025-06-12 16:30:00 2025-06-12 20:00:00 UTC AUC Annual Embassy Reception and Summer Cocktail 2025 The American University Clubs of France (AUC) is pleased to invite you to its Annual Embassy Reception and Summer Cocktail on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Dear Friends, You are cordially invited to join us for the American University Clubs of France's Annual Embassy Reception and Summer Cocktail on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the historic Hôtel Talleyrand. Your presence will contribute to the success and festivity of this AUC signature event. Location: Hôtel Talleyrand, 2 Rue Saint-Florentin, 75001 Paris Time:  The entrance will be only be between 18:30 to 19:30. Our cocktail with Champagne and aperitif will begin at 19:00 and will end at 22:00. There will be a welcome speech at 19:00. Security Information: Please remember to bring a valid picture ID with you (Passport or Carte d'Identité only). Your ID is mandatory to enter the reception and admission is by guest list only. All attendees must be on the guest list. For security reasons, the entrance will only be between 18:30 to 19:30. Please do not bring laptop computers. Registration ends Monday June 2nd at midnight, or when tickets sell out. https://www.helloasso.com/associations/auc-france/evenements/auc-annual-embassy-reception-and-summer-cocktail-2025 Please note that the Hôtel de Talleyrand is a spectacular example of a late 18th-century Parisian mansion. We thank you in advance to take great care of its environment, floors, walls, and furniture. We are looking forward to seeing you soon! The AUC Board with the support of the Embassy of the United States of America in France --- Please note that ticket sales are final and no refunds are possible. Thank you for your understanding. By registering for this event, you consent to the AUC sharing your details with the AUC Member Presidents of Alumni Clubs for the sole purpose of coordinating and contacting you in relation to this event. By registering for this event you agree to be filmed or photographed with materials that may be used by the AUC on social media and in the promotion of its activities. Club of France