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<p><em>Note venue change: This event will be held in the Singleton Lecture Hall inside MIT's Building 46, Brain and Cognitive Sciences on 43 Vassar Street in Cambridge MA.</em></p>
<p>We hope to see you at our annual meeting on May 14, 2025, from 6 to 8pm EST, featuring a talk by <strong>Dr. Jeffrey Karp</strong> on <strong>Becoming the Conscious Architect of Your Life: Igniting Curiosity, Creativity, and Purpose</strong> during the first hour (open to all), followed by the annual MIT Club of Boston meeting (open to MIT COB members).</p>
<p>Dr. Jeff Karp is a renowned biomedical engineer, a professor at MIT, Harvard Medical School, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. He is the author of <a href="http://www.jeffkarp.com/">LIT: Life Ignition Tools (HarperCollins)</a>, a guide to energizing the brain and sparking creativity. He is also a regular contributor to Psychology Today, where he shares insights on personal growth and well-being with a broader audience.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Dr. Karp’s journey—shaped by ADHD and learning differences—has inspired him to empower others to embrace their authentic selves, cultivate awareness, and live with intention.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Dr. Karp’s work extends beyond philosophy into groundbreaking medical innovations. From tissue glue for sealing holes in a beating heart, to smart needles for safer drug delivery, to a nasal spray that neutralizes airborne pathogens, his inventions have revolutionized healthcare. His work has led to over 175 scientific publications, more than 100 patents, and the founding of 13 companies.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Dr. Karp’s philosophy is deeply rooted in the belief that science, nature, and spirituality are profoundly interconnected. His talks encourage audiences to embrace curiosity, wonder, and interconnectedness while inspiring action toward lives filled with purpose and fulfillment.</p>
<p dir="ltr">After Dr. Karp’s talk, MIT COB members will hear a report from Diane Rigos, our president; a message from Chairman of the Board, David Provost; an update on the Club’s annual scholarship; and recognition of club volunteers.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong><span style="font-size: 15px;">Annual Meeting Agenda: May 14 2025 6–8 PM ET<br></span></strong>17:00 Registration begins [Light snacks will be served]<br>18:00 Welcome message by President-Elect<br>18:05 Introduction of keynote speaker<br>18:10 Keynote Speaker Presentation by Dr. Jeffrey Karp<br>18:45 Moderated Q&amp;A for Dr. Karp<br>19:00 President’s Report on FY 2024/2025<br>19:10 Vote for the Board Members<br>19:15 Message from Chairman of the Board<br>19:25 Program Updates<br>19:50 Volunteer Recognition<br>20:00 Meeting Adjourned</p>
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<p dir="ltr"><strong>NOTE:</strong> Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact <a href="mailto:communications@mitcob.org&quot; target="_blank" rel="noopener">communications@mitcob.org</a> 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.</p>

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garyan@mitcob.org

Learn More 2025-05-14 22:00:00 2025-05-15 00:00:00 UTC MIT Club of Boston Annual Meeting 2025 &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Note venue change: This event will be held in the Singleton Lecture Hall inside MIT&#039;s Building 46, Brain and Cognitive Sciences on 43 Vassar Street in Cambridge MA.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We hope to see you at our annual meeting on May 14, 2025, from 6 to 8pm EST, featuring a talk by &lt;strong&gt;Dr. Jeffrey Karp&lt;/strong&gt; on &lt;strong&gt;Becoming the Conscious Architect of Your Life: Igniting Curiosity, Creativity, and Purpose&lt;/strong&gt; during the first hour (open to all), followed by the annual MIT Club of Boston meeting (open to MIT COB members).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Dr. Jeff Karp is a renowned biomedical engineer, a professor at MIT, Harvard Medical School, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. He is the author of &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.jeffkarp.com/&quot;&gt;LIT: Life Ignition Tools (HarperCollins)&lt;/a&gt;, a guide to energizing the brain and sparking creativity. He is also a regular contributor to Psychology Today, where he shares insights on personal growth and well-being with a broader audience.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;Dr. Karp’s journey—shaped by ADHD and learning differences—has inspired him to empower others to embrace their authentic selves, cultivate awareness, and live with intention.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;Dr. Karp’s work extends beyond philosophy into groundbreaking medical innovations. From tissue glue for sealing holes in a beating heart, to smart needles for safer drug delivery, to a nasal spray that neutralizes airborne pathogens, his inventions have revolutionized healthcare. His work has led to over 175 scientific publications, more than 100 patents, and the founding of 13 companies.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;Dr. Karp’s philosophy is deeply rooted in the belief that science, nature, and spirituality are profoundly interconnected. His talks encourage audiences to embrace curiosity, wonder, and interconnectedness while inspiring action toward lives filled with purpose and fulfillment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;After Dr. Karp’s talk, MIT COB members will hear a report from Diane Rigos, our president; a message from Chairman of the Board, David Provost; an update on the Club’s annual scholarship; and recognition of club volunteers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 15px;&quot;&gt;Annual Meeting Agenda: May 14 2025 6–8 PM ET&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;17:00 Registration begins [Light snacks will be served]&lt;br&gt;18:00 Welcome message by President-Elect&lt;br&gt;18:05 Introduction of keynote speaker&lt;br&gt;18:10 Keynote Speaker Presentation by Dr. Jeffrey Karp&lt;br&gt;18:45 Moderated Q&amp;amp;A for Dr. Karp&lt;br&gt;19:00 President’s Report on FY 2024/2025&lt;br&gt;19:10 Vote for the Board Members&lt;br&gt;19:15 Message from Chairman of the Board&lt;br&gt;19:25 Program Updates&lt;br&gt;19:50 Volunteer Recognition&lt;br&gt;20:00 Meeting Adjourned&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;NOTE:&lt;/strong&gt; Please do not register for this event more than once. If you are unsure if you have successfully registered for this event, please contact &lt;a href=&quot;mailto:communications@mitcob.org&amp;quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noopener&quot;&gt;communications@mitcob.org&lt;/a&gt; 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.&lt;/p&gt; Club of Boston garyan@mitcob.org

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Note: This is session #1 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+ alums---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 2025-05-16 22:00:00 2025-05-17 01:00:00 UTC 2025 Ivy+ Alumni Softball Mixer and Informational Session #1 Note: This is session #1 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+ alums---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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This event is sold out. Please contact the organizer using the waitlist information at the end of this event description.

Designing Your Retirement: An Evidence-based Path to a Happy, Healthy, and Fulfilling Retirement

Have you considered how to optimize the last 116,800 hours of life during your retirement?

Trained as an engineer and nearing the end of his career as a software developer and physician, Hayward Zwerling, M.D. wanted to know:

What should I do to ensure I have a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement?

After reading more than 70 scientific publications and gathering insights from numerous experts and his patients, Dr. Zwerling developed the Designing Your Retirement methodology—a roadmap to a better retirement. This lecture will not discuss the financial aspects of retirement.

In the first hour, Dr. Zwerling will share the latest medical and scientific evidence, which logically culminate in six retirement “objectives” that are the foundation for The Strategic Retirement Plan.

In the subsequent 30 minutes you will learn how to design a Tactical Plan to enact Your Strategic Retirement Plan, thus maximizing the probability you will have a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement.

The optional final 30 minutes will be an interactive session to discuss questions and brainstorm ways to optimize our retirement.

A copy of the syllabus and prior attendee comments can be obtained at: IHaveAnIdea.us/DesigningYourRetirement/

Should the venue capacity be reached, you can be added to the waitlist by emailing your contact information to: HZMD@me.com.

Light snacks will be available.

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

HZMD@me.com

Learn More 2025-05-17 13:30:00 2025-05-17 15:30:00 UTC [SOLD OUT] Designing Your Retirement: An Evidence-based Path to a Happy, Healthy, and Fulfilling Retirement This event is sold out. Please contact the organizer using the waitlist information at the end of this event description. Designing Your Retirement: An Evidence-based Path to a Happy, Healthy, and Fulfilling Retirement Have you considered how to optimize the last 116,800 hours of life during your retirement? Trained as an engineer and nearing the end of his career as a software developer and physician, Hayward Zwerling, M.D. wanted to know: What should I do to ensure I have a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement? After reading more than 70 scientific publications and gathering insights from numerous experts and his patients, Dr. Zwerling developed the Designing Your Retirement methodology—a roadmap to a better retirement. This lecture will not discuss the financial aspects of retirement. In the first hour, Dr. Zwerling will share the latest medical and scientific evidence, which logically culminate in six retirement “objectives” that are the foundation for The Strategic Retirement Plan. In the subsequent 30 minutes you will learn how to design a Tactical Plan to enact Your Strategic Retirement Plan, thus maximizing the probability you will have a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement. The optional final 30 minutes will be an interactive session to discuss questions and brainstorm ways to optimize our retirement. A copy of the syllabus and prior attendee comments can be obtained at: IHaveAnIdea.us/DesigningYourRetirement/ Should the venue capacity be reached, you can be added to the waitlist by emailing your contact information to: HZMD@me.com. Light snacks will be available. 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 HZMD@me.com

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As the world stands on the cusp of transformative breakthroughs in AI, CRISPR, and beyond, it’s the perfect moment to connect, converse, and collaborate. Join us for a lively and thought-provoking monthly brunch designed to bring together mid- and late-career MIT graduates who are eager to share ideas, spark new friendships, and explore what’s next.

We’ll lay the foundation for a dynamic series of gatherings, creating a structure to ensure every brunch is as engaging as it is meaningful. Come hungry for conversation and inspired to build the future. The next meetup will be held at the Veritas Restaurant (brunch menu) inside the Harvard Club of Boston (on the right after you enter the building).

Space is very limited, so RSVP as soon as possible to guarantee your spot. There is a non-refundable $5 fee to reserve your spot (does not go towards food).

Due to the Harvard Club's membership requirement, splitting checks will not be an option. We ask that attendees bring enough cash in order to pay for their own meal + tax/gratuity. We look forward to seeing you there!

Contact

michael.delamaza@gmail.com

Learn More 2025-05-17 14:30:00 2025-05-17 16:30:00 UTC Mid and Late Career Brunch - May 2025 If you have trouble registering for this event, click here. As the world stands on the cusp of transformative breakthroughs in AI, CRISPR, and beyond, it’s the perfect moment to connect, converse, and collaborate. Join us for a lively and thought-provoking monthly brunch designed to bring together mid- and late-career MIT graduates who are eager to share ideas, spark new friendships, and explore what’s next. We’ll lay the foundation for a dynamic series of gatherings, creating a structure to ensure every brunch is as engaging as it is meaningful. Come hungry for conversation and inspired to build the future. The next meetup will be held at the Veritas Restaurant (brunch menu) inside the Harvard Club of Boston (on the right after you enter the building). Space is very limited, so RSVP as soon as possible to guarantee your spot. There is a non-refundable $5 fee to reserve your spot (does not go towards food). Due to the Harvard Club's membership requirement, splitting checks will not be an option. We ask that attendees bring enough cash in order to pay for their own meal + tax/gratuity. We look forward to seeing you there! Club of Boston michael.delamaza@gmail.com

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The MIT Women’s Chorale invites you to its spring concert, “My Soul Sings with Joy,” on Saturday, May 17 at 5 pm at Harvard-Epworth United Methodist Church, 1555 Massachusetts Avenue, Harvard Square, Cambridge.

Conducted by Nhung Truong, the concert will feature two very different works titled Magnificat. One is the notable piece by the Baroque composer, Antonio Vivaldi, set to the standard Biblical text. The second, by contemporary composer Dale Trumbore, is set to a poem that takes a surprising view of the underlying story. Both will be accompanied by string quartet. Music from several different traditions but bearing on the idea of spirit or soul will round out the program. A reception will follow the concert.

Free admission, donations accepted. 

Directions and parking suggestions can be found on our website.

Contact

de_fazio@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-05-17 21:00:00 2025-05-17 22:00:00 UTC MIT Women’s Chorale Spring Concert The MIT Women’s Chorale invites you to its spring concert, “My Soul Sings with Joy,” on Saturday, May 17 at 5 pm at Harvard-Epworth United Methodist Church, 1555 Massachusetts Avenue, Harvard Square, Cambridge. Conducted by Nhung Truong, the concert will feature two very different works titled Magnificat. One is the notable piece by the Baroque composer, Antonio Vivaldi, set to the standard Biblical text. The second, by contemporary composer Dale Trumbore, is set to a poem that takes a surprising view of the underlying story. Both will be accompanied by string quartet. Music from several different traditions but bearing on the idea of spirit or soul will round out the program. A reception will follow the concert. Free admission, donations accepted.  Directions and parking suggestions can be found on our website. Club of Boston de_fazio@alum.mit.edu

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tngai@mitcob.org

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 &amp; 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 &amp; 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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MITCSC PRESENTS:  INAUGURAL NEWPORT BEACH BRUNCH - MAY 2025

Join us at Baja Sharkeez in Newport Beach on SUNDAY morning for our inaugural OC brunch!  The format is borrowed from the long-standing MITCSC Hermosa Beach brunch series.  Be sure to arrive and order by 11:00 am for the discount - MITCSC members enjoy free rise and shine brunch!  Please register so we can reserve enough space.

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URL for this event page: https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/networks/events/124711

For paid events:  Unless noted above, the MIT Club of Southern California will not provide refunds for any events except due to cancellation or rescheduling. However, registration is generally transferable to someone else (except as noted above) - based on the registration category.

Your entry and presence at an MIT Club of Southern California event (in-person or virtually on-line) constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with MITCSC and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.  In addition, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media.  You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent.

Contact

desi9@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-05-18 17:30:00 2025-05-18 20:00:00 UTC Newport Beach SUNDAY Brunch - May 2025 MITCSC PRESENTS:  INAUGURAL NEWPORT BEACH BRUNCH - MAY 2025 Join us at Baja Sharkeez in Newport Beach on SUNDAY morning for our inaugural OC brunch!  The format is borrowed from the long-standing MITCSC Hermosa Beach brunch series.  Be sure to arrive and order by 11:00 am for the discount - MITCSC members enjoy free rise and shine brunch!  Please register so we can reserve enough space. URL for this event page: https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/networks/events/124711 For paid events:  Unless noted above, the MIT Club of Southern California will not provide refunds for any events except due to cancellation or rescheduling. However, registration is generally transferable to someone else (except as noted above) - based on the registration category. Your entry and presence at an MIT Club of Southern California event (in-person or virtually on-line) constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with MITCSC and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.  In addition, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media.  You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent. Club of Southern California desi9@alum.mit.edu

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LA HIGH TABLE PRESENTS:
DR. JOHN VIDALE - SEISMIC SECRETS

We invite all Yale, MIT, and Princeton alums to join us for a Los Angeles High Table Mixer aimed at showcasing dynamic speakers in an intimate setting that facilitates connection with your fellow alumni.  This in-person event features Yale alumnus and current USC Professor John Vidale ‘81 who will speak about his work using seismic waves to probe earthquakes and Earth’s structure.  Come hear our speaker share sundry seismic secrets, and stay to network with fellow alums!

Date:  Sunday, May 18th

Time:  1:00 – 3:30pm PDT

Location:  We are lucky to have this event at the Hancock Park home of Sonia Molina (a Yale alum).  The exact address will be sent to all registrants a few days before the event.

Price:  $5. We also request you contribute to our potluck. Suggestions below.

Event format:  30 min mingling, 60 min High Table Program featuring Dr. John Vidale, 60 min networking and discussion post-talk with potluck refreshments.

About the speaker:

John Vidale is the Dean's Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Southern California.  A noted seismologist, he has worked with seismic waves in many different contexts, from the study of earthquakes to the use of seismic signals to probe the Earth’s inner core.

Dr. Vidale was born in Philadelphia and grew up in several east coast states as well as New Mexico.  He entered Yale intending to go into physics, but soon realized he found geology more fun; he graduated in 1981 with a double BS in Physics and Geology.  He went on to earn a PhD from Caltech in 1986, followed by researcher appointments at UC Santa Cruz and USGS in Menlo Park.  Dr. Vidale joined UCLA as a professor in 1995 where he served as the head of the Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics from 2002 to 2006.  In 2006, he moved to the University of Washington to direct the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network and serve as the Washington State Seismologist.  Dr. Vidale has been a professor at the University of Southern California since 2017.  He is a former director of the Southern California Earthquake Center, which he led from 2017-2018.

Dr. Vidale has worked on a variety of projects related to earthquakes, Earth structure, volcanoes, and the hazards of strong shaking.  His early work focused on applying numerical methods to study earthquakes, including a widely cited formula for tracking the arrival of seismic wavefronts on a grid.  As the director of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, Dr. Vidale monitored the Cascade volcanoes, explored how the area responded to strong shaking, and quantified the impacts on bridges and tall buildings.  He played a key role in the development of the earthquake early warning system used throughout the US west coast.  Dr. Vidale also uses seismic waves to probe the mysteries of the Earth's core; for example, he recently found that the shape of the core is changing over time.

Dr. Vidale has received numerous awards including election to the National Academy of Sciences in 2017, American Geophysical Union's James B. Macelwane Medal in 1994, and USC Dornsife's natural science communicator of the year for 2022-2023.

Potluck suggestions by first letter of your last name:

We ask that you please bring a dish to share for lunch. Suggestions by last name are below:

• A-E:  Desserts / Drinks
• F-K:  Salads / Appetizers
• L-Z:  Main Dishes

Parking & Accessibility:

Street parking is easily available.  There are a small number of steps between the street and the house.

Registration:

Use the registration button at the top of this page to sign up.  Space is limited to 50 participants, so register early and be sure to attend!  We especially welcome established alums in fields relevant to the talk and younger alums in all fields.

Questions?

For questions concerning registration for the upcoming High Table event, contact Jon:  la.hightable.reg at gmail.com.  For all other inquiries (speaking at or hosting a future High Table event, helping to organize future events, etc.) write to Seth:  la.hightable at gmail.com.

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URL for this event page:  https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/networks/events/123233
For paid events:  Unless noted above, the MIT Club of Southern California will not provide refunds for any events except due to event cancellation or rescheduling. However, registration is generally transferable to someone else (except as noted above) - based on the registration category.
Your entry and presence at an MIT Club of Southern California event (in-person or virtually on-line) constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with MITCSC and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.  In addition, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media.  You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent.

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Learn More 2025-05-18 20:00:00 2025-05-18 22:00:00 UTC LA High Table Mixer with Dr. John Vidale: Seismic Secrets LA HIGH TABLE PRESENTS:DR. JOHN VIDALE - SEISMIC SECRETS We invite all Yale, MIT, and Princeton alums to join us for a Los Angeles High Table Mixer aimed at showcasing dynamic speakers in an intimate setting that facilitates connection with your fellow alumni.  This in-person event features Yale alumnus and current USC Professor John Vidale ‘81 who will speak about his work using seismic waves to probe earthquakes and Earth’s structure.  Come hear our speaker share sundry seismic secrets, and stay to network with fellow alums! Date:  Sunday, May 18th Time:  1:00 – 3:30pm PDT Location:  We are lucky to have this event at the Hancock Park home of Sonia Molina (a Yale alum).  The exact address will be sent to all registrants a few days before the event. Price:  $5. We also request you contribute to our potluck. Suggestions below. Event format:  30 min mingling, 60 min High Table Program featuring Dr. John Vidale, 60 min networking and discussion post-talk with potluck refreshments. About the speaker: John Vidale is the Dean's Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Southern California.  A noted seismologist, he has worked with seismic waves in many different contexts, from the study of earthquakes to the use of seismic signals to probe the Earth’s inner core. Dr. Vidale was born in Philadelphia and grew up in several east coast states as well as New Mexico.  He entered Yale intending to go into physics, but soon realized he found geology more fun; he graduated in 1981 with a double BS in Physics and Geology.  He went on to earn a PhD from Caltech in 1986, followed by researcher appointments at UC Santa Cruz and USGS in Menlo Park.  Dr. Vidale joined UCLA as a professor in 1995 where he served as the head of the Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics from 2002 to 2006.  In 2006, he moved to the University of Washington to direct the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network and serve as the Washington State Seismologist.  Dr. Vidale has been a professor at the University of Southern California since 2017.  He is a former director of the Southern California Earthquake Center, which he led from 2017-2018. Dr. Vidale has worked on a variety of projects related to earthquakes, Earth structure, volcanoes, and the hazards of strong shaking.  His early work focused on applying numerical methods to study earthquakes, including a widely cited formula for tracking the arrival of seismic wavefronts on a grid.  As the director of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, Dr. Vidale monitored the Cascade volcanoes, explored how the area responded to strong shaking, and quantified the impacts on bridges and tall buildings.  He played a key role in the development of the earthquake early warning system used throughout the US west coast.  Dr. Vidale also uses seismic waves to probe the mysteries of the Earth's core; for example, he recently found that the shape of the core is changing over time. Dr. Vidale has received numerous awards including election to the National Academy of Sciences in 2017, American Geophysical Union's James B. Macelwane Medal in 1994, and USC Dornsife's natural science communicator of the year for 2022-2023. Potluck suggestions by first letter of your last name: We ask that you please bring a dish to share for lunch. Suggestions by last name are below: A-E:  Desserts / Drinks F-K:  Salads / Appetizers L-Z:  Main Dishes Parking &amp; Accessibility: Street parking is easily available.  There are a small number of steps between the street and the house. Registration: Use the registration button at the top of this page to sign up.  Space is limited to 50 participants, so register early and be sure to attend!  We especially welcome established alums in fields relevant to the talk and younger alums in all fields. Questions? For questions concerning registration for the upcoming High Table event, contact Jon:  la.hightable.reg at gmail.com.  For all other inquiries (speaking at or hosting a future High Table event, helping to organize future events, etc.) write to Seth:  la.hightable at gmail.com. 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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 &amp; 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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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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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&amp;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

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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