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Join area MIT alums for an in-person tour of the collections of Rochester's Memorial Art Gallery.  The tour begin aat 6:30PM on Thursday, May 1 and will last about an hour and will be led by a gallery docent.  The museum is at 500 University Avenue.  

Contact

rkarz@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-05-01 22:30:00 2025-05-01 23:30:00 UTC Tour of the Memorial Art Gallery Rochester, NY Join area MIT alums for an in-person tour of the collections of Rochester's Memorial Art Gallery.  The tour begin aat 6:30PM on Thursday, May 1 and will last about an hour and will be led by a gallery docent.  The museum is at 500 University Avenue.   Club of Rochester rkarz@alum.mit.edu

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Join the MIT Sloan Alumni Club of New York for the 2nd quarterly happy hour of 2025! Meet local alumni while enjoying elevated cocktails and food in the heart of Midtown. 

 

Address

 

Cost

No cover. Pay for what you consume.  

 

Cheers! 

Stephen Gregory Barr 

Social Chair

MIT Sloan Club of New York

Learn More 2025-05-01 22:30:00 2025-05-02 01:00:00 UTC MIT Sloan Club of New York Happy Hour Join the MIT Sloan Alumni Club of New York for the 2nd quarterly happy hour of 2025! Meet local alumni while enjoying elevated cocktails and food in the heart of Midtown.    Address Alessa 237 W.35th Street, btw. 7th and 8th Avenues 6:30P - 9P Thursday, May 1st www.alessanyc.com   Cost No cover. Pay for what you consume.     Cheers!  Stephen Gregory Barr  Social Chair MIT Sloan Club of New York MIT Sloan Club of New York

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Learn More 2025-05-13 16:00:00 2025-05-13 17:00:00 UTC Rocketbook: The Journey from Idea to Exit and Everything in Between! Rocketbook Founder & former CEO shares the crazy journey from idea to innovation to marketing, sales, Shark Tank, and all the ups and downs on the way to a successful $50M sale to BIC   Don’t miss this exciting story of resilience, team work, and foresight as we speak to Joe Lemay, the founder and former CEO of a beloved technological marvel Rocketbook. MIT Sloan Club of New York

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This opportunity is courtesy of MIT Club of Chicago which is allowing us to participate remotely to support the efforts of the Science Committee at the Dallas Makerspace (DMS) to build a volunteering and STEM outreach partnership between the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science at UNT, the MIT Club of DFW, and DMS.

Please register for MIT Club of Chicago virtual ticket to the lecture BEFORE registering for the in-person event at DMS (free to dues paid members). 

The in-person event at DMS will include the following:

1. DMS-MIT Special Guest Lecture:

On May 13th, the Dallas Makerspace and the MIT Club of DFW will jointly host an remote  special guest lecture featuring Professor Moungi Bawendi from the MIT Chemistry Department. Professor Bawendi will share about his groundbreaking work on quantum dots—nanoscale semiconductor materials that have revolutionized a wide range of applications including medical imaging, consumer electronics, and solar energy. There will be opportunities for questions at the end of the lecture.

About Professor Bawendi: Dr. Moungi Bawendi is the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Born in Paris, he moved to the United States as a child and went on to earn his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Harvard University, followed by a PhD in chemistry from the University of Chicago. In 2023, Professor Bawendi was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry as a co-recipient for his "discovery and synthesis of quantum dots."

2. Tour of the Dallas Makerspace + Demos/Activities: 

A guided tour of the Dallas Makerspace will be provided. DMS offers a wide variety classes, equipment and resources including a machine shop, a hot glass shop, a metal shop, 3D printing, printmaking presses, a woodshop, science laboratory space, creative arts tools, a blacksmithy, an automotive shop, a ceramics studio, a jewelry studio and more. Demos and limited hands-on crafts and activities will be available (more details to come). A special discount on the first month of membership for MIT Alumni will be available for attendees.  

About the Dallas Makerspace: Dallas Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community workshop and laboratory sharing a 36,000sqft shop in Carrollton, TX. We are an organization of local artists, engineers, makers, and thinkers working together to provide tools and learning resources to the public. We use these resources to collaborate on individual and community projects in order to promote science, technology and art; while working and experimenting on innovative ideas to encourage learning within our community.

3. STEM Outreach Volunteering Information: 

Both the MIT Club of DFW and the Science Committee at the Dallas Makerspace are looking to expand their STEM outreach activities. We need your help! If you are interested in volunteering, this is a great opportunity to meet people already involved in these activities as well as STEM educators and student leaders. Together we can make a real impact. 

Event Details:

Light refreshments and food will be provided.
The exact room(s) for each part the event will be announced later. Information will be posted on the Science Committee area whiteboards on the day of the event.

• 6:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks
• 6:15 Guest Lecture and Q&A with Professor Bawendi
• 7:30 Introduction to DMS+MIT STEM Outreach Volunteering Opportunities
• 8:00 Tours and Demos for MIT Alumni and STEM Educators

Registration Information:

MIT Alumni: To attend the in-person event at DMS, please register for both this event AND the virtual option ticket from MITCOC ($25): https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/networks/events/123570

Registration for DMS Members: https://calendar.dallasmakerspace.org/events/view/24544 

Local STEM Educators: Please reach out to science@dallasmakerspace.org for an invitation (limited availability). 

 

Contact

greenorbs@dallasmakerspace.org

Learn More 2025-05-13 22:00:00 2025-05-14 01:00:00 UTC Dallas Makerspace + MIT Special Guest Lecture: Nobel Laureate Professor Moungi Bawendi - Quantum Dots & Unexpected Applications This opportunity is courtesy of MIT Club of Chicago which is allowing us to participate remotely to support the efforts of the Science Committee at the Dallas Makerspace (DMS) to build a volunteering and STEM outreach partnership between the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science at UNT, the MIT Club of DFW, and DMS. Please register for MIT Club of Chicago virtual ticket to the lecture BEFORE registering for the in-person event at DMS (free to dues paid members).  The in-person event at DMS will include the following: 1. DMS-MIT Special Guest Lecture: On May 13th, the Dallas Makerspace and the MIT Club of DFW will jointly host an remote  special guest lecture featuring Professor Moungi Bawendi from the MIT Chemistry Department. Professor Bawendi will share about his groundbreaking work on quantum dots—nanoscale semiconductor materials that have revolutionized a wide range of applications including medical imaging, consumer electronics, and solar energy. There will be opportunities for questions at the end of the lecture. About Professor Bawendi: Dr. Moungi Bawendi is the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Born in Paris, he moved to the United States as a child and went on to earn his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Harvard University, followed by a PhD in chemistry from the University of Chicago. In 2023, Professor Bawendi was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry as a co-recipient for his "discovery and synthesis of quantum dots." 2. Tour of the Dallas Makerspace + Demos/Activities:  A guided tour of the Dallas Makerspace will be provided. DMS offers a wide variety classes, equipment and resources including a machine shop, a hot glass shop, a metal shop, 3D printing, printmaking presses, a woodshop, science laboratory space, creative arts tools, a blacksmithy, an automotive shop, a ceramics studio, a jewelry studio and more. Demos and limited hands-on crafts and activities will be available (more details to come). A special discount on the first month of membership for MIT Alumni will be available for attendees.   About the Dallas Makerspace: Dallas Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community workshop and laboratory sharing a 36,000sqft shop in Carrollton, TX. We are an organization of local artists, engineers, makers, and thinkers working together to provide tools and learning resources to the public. We use these resources to collaborate on individual and community projects in order to promote science, technology and art; while working and experimenting on innovative ideas to encourage learning within our community. 3. STEM Outreach Volunteering Information:  Both the MIT Club of DFW and the Science Committee at the Dallas Makerspace are looking to expand their STEM outreach activities. We need your help! If you are interested in volunteering, this is a great opportunity to meet people already involved in these activities as well as STEM educators and student leaders. Together we can make a real impact.  Event Details: Light refreshments and food will be provided.The exact room(s) for each part the event will be announced later. Information will be posted on the Science Committee area whiteboards on the day of the event. 6:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks 6:15 Guest Lecture and Q&A with Professor Bawendi 7:30 Introduction to DMS+MIT STEM Outreach Volunteering Opportunities 8:00 Tours and Demos for MIT Alumni and STEM Educators Registration Information: MIT Alumni: To attend the in-person event at DMS, please register for both this event AND the virtual option ticket from MITCOC ($25): https://alumcommunity.mit.edu/networks/events/123570 Registration for DMS Members: https://calendar.dallasmakerspace.org/events/view/24544  Local STEM Educators: Please reach out to science@dallasmakerspace.org for an invitation (limited availability).      Club of Dallas and Fort Worth greenorbs@dallasmakerspace.org

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Tour of the University of Rochester Laboratory for Laser Energetics

When: Friday, May 30,2025 at 3:00 PM

Where:  250 E River Rd, Rochester, NY 14623

Free, Registration will open on May 1, Attendance is limited to 25.

The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) was founded in the fall of 1970. The mission of the Laboratory was to investigate the interaction of intense laser radiation with matter. LLE was established as a multidisciplinary teaching and research center for the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. 

Contact

rkarz@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-05-30 19:00:00 2025-05-30 21:30:00 UTC Tour of the University of Rochester Laboratory for Laser Energetics Tour of the University of Rochester Laboratory for Laser Energetics When: Friday, May 30,2025 at 3:00 PM Where:  250 E River Rd, Rochester, NY 14623 Free, Registration will open on May 1, Attendance is limited to 25. The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) was founded in the fall of 1970. The mission of the Laboratory was to investigate the interaction of intense laser radiation with matter. LLE was established as a multidisciplinary teaching and research center for the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences.  The Laboratory has a five-fold mission: 1. To conduct implosion experiments and basic physics experiments in support of the National Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) program. 2. To develop new laser and materials technologies. 3. To provide graduate and undergraduate education in electro-optics, high-power lasers, high-energy-density physics, plasma physics, and nuclear fusion technology. 4. To operate the National Laser Users' Facility. 5. To conduct research and development in advanced technology related to high-energy-density phenomena. Join us for a tour of this unique resource right here in Rochester. Club of Rochester rkarz@alum.mit.edu

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Join us for a panel discussion hearing from three MIT and MIT Sloan alumni on their experiences on the popular American television show, Shark Tank. Our panel will discuss their ventures, being on the show negotiating with the sharks, and running their businesses after the show. 

 

This is a great opportunity to learn more about this unique experience and support MIT founders.  

Hear from a panel of MIT and MIT Sloan alumni:

 

Mollie (Chung) Cha, Co-Founder of Must Love, MIT Sloan MBA ‘15 

Kelly McGee, Co-Founder of Yardsale, MIT ‘17

Amrita Saigal, Founder of Kudos, MIT ‘10

Moderator: Asha Aravindakshan, MIT Sloan Fellow MBA ‘17

 

Panelists:

Mollie (Chung) Cha, co-founded plant-based food and beverage brand Must Love (formerly known as Hakuna Brands), with her best friend from college. She is based in Los Angeles, CA. Mollie graduated with her M.B.A. from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Mollie appeared on Shark Tank in January 2022. You can watch the 9 mins video clip here. 

Kelly McGee, co-founded sports equipment and lifestyle brand Yardsale. He is based in San Francisco, CA. Kelly graduated with his S.B. in Mechanical Engineering and Product Design from MIT.

Kelly appeared on Shark Tank in November 2024. You can watch the 22 mins video clip (with commentary) here.

Amrita Saigal founded sustainable diaper manufacturer Kudos. She is based in Los Angeles, CA. Amrita graduated with her S.B. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

Amrita appeared on Shark Tank in January 2023. You can watch a 6 mins video clip here and read this recent Slice of MIT article. 

 

Moderator:

Asha Aravindakshan, MIT Sloan Fellow MBA ‘17

Asha Aravindakshan (@dcasha) is the COO of GlobalGiving and the author of Skills: The Common Denominator, which highlights true stories of transferable skills for career success. Previously, she streamlined business operations to maximize accountability, growth and strategic alignment for public and private stakeholders.

Asha serves on the Board of Directors for MIT Sloan Club of New York, the Alumni Leadership Council for Forté, and as a Venture Partner for Verve Ventures. She’s presented at conferences in the Americas and is the recipient of awards on digital transformation and future of work. Asha studied business at The George Washington University and MIT Sloan School of Management. 

She is an avid Shark Tank viewer and purveyor of the show’s products.

 

Event Agenda

• 12:00-12:02 PM Welcome from Asha Aravindakshan, Member of the Board of Directors, MIT Sloan Club of New York
• 12:02-12:40 PM Moderated Discussion led by Asha Aravindakshan, with Mollie Cha, Kelly McGee, and Amrita Saigal, who have presented on Shark Tank 
• 12:41-12:55 PM Q&A 

Learn More 2025-06-05 16:00:00 2025-06-05 17:00:00 UTC Inside Shark Tank: A Panel of MIT & MIT Sloan Alumni Founders Join us for a panel discussion hearing from three MIT and MIT Sloan alumni on their experiences on the popular American television show, Shark Tank. Our panel will discuss their ventures, being on the show negotiating with the sharks, and running their businesses after the show.    This is a great opportunity to learn more about this unique experience and support MIT founders.   Hear from a panel of MIT and MIT Sloan alumni:   Mollie (Chung) Cha, Co-Founder of Must Love, MIT Sloan MBA ‘15  Kelly McGee, Co-Founder of Yardsale, MIT ‘17 Amrita Saigal, Founder of Kudos, MIT ‘10 Moderator: Asha Aravindakshan, MIT Sloan Fellow MBA ‘17   Panelists: Mollie (Chung) Cha, co-founded plant-based food and beverage brand Must Love (formerly known as Hakuna Brands), with her best friend from college. She is based in Los Angeles, CA. Mollie graduated with her M.B.A. from the MIT Sloan School of Management. Mollie appeared on Shark Tank in January 2022. You can watch the 9 mins video clip here.  Kelly McGee, co-founded sports equipment and lifestyle brand Yardsale. He is based in San Francisco, CA. Kelly graduated with his S.B. in Mechanical Engineering and Product Design from MIT. Kelly appeared on Shark Tank in November 2024. You can watch the 22 mins video clip (with commentary) here. Amrita Saigal founded sustainable diaper manufacturer Kudos. She is based in Los Angeles, CA. Amrita graduated with her S.B. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. Amrita appeared on Shark Tank in January 2023. You can watch a 6 mins video clip here and read this recent Slice of MIT article.    Moderator: Asha Aravindakshan, MIT Sloan Fellow MBA ‘17 Asha Aravindakshan (@dcasha) is the COO of GlobalGiving and the author of Skills: The Common Denominator, which highlights true stories of transferable skills for career success. Previously, she streamlined business operations to maximize accountability, growth and strategic alignment for public and private stakeholders. Asha serves on the Board of Directors for MIT Sloan Club of New York, the Alumni Leadership Council for Forté, and as a Venture Partner for Verve Ventures. She’s presented at conferences in the Americas and is the recipient of awards on digital transformation and future of work. Asha studied business at The George Washington University and MIT Sloan School of Management.  She is an avid Shark Tank viewer and purveyor of the show’s products.   Event Agenda 12:00-12:02 PM Welcome from Asha Aravindakshan, Member of the Board of Directors, MIT Sloan Club of New York 12:02-12:40 PM Moderated Discussion led by Asha Aravindakshan, with Mollie Cha, Kelly McGee, and Amrita Saigal, who have presented on Shark Tank  12:41-12:55 PM Q&A  MIT Sloan Club of New York

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The MIT Sloan Club of New York will hold its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2024 beginning at 6 pm to 7.30 pm over Zoom.  Please join us to acknowledge a successful year of Club activity since July 1, 2024, and  Vote on our Future Leadership Review the Bylaws Recap Highlights of 2024-2025 Review 2025-2026 Future Plans and Near-term Upcoming Events   We’re thrilled to announce our slate of proposed new 2025-26 Members of the Board of Directors of the MIT Sloan Club of New York. All nominees were nominated by the Nominating Committee and approved by the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. At the Annual Meeting, all present Area Sloan Alumni will vote to approve the slate.    On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I look forward to seeing you at our Annual Meeting.    Sincerely, Peter Dolch, MIS '89 Chair MIT Sloan Club of New York

 

Contact

colettet@MIT.edu

Learn More 2025-06-10 22:00:00 2025-06-10 23:30:00 UTC MIT Sloan Club of New York Annual Meeting | Tuesday June 10, 2025   The MIT Sloan Club of New York will hold its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2024 beginning at 6 pm to 7.30 pm over Zoom.  Please join us to acknowledge a successful year of Club activity since July 1, 2024, and  Vote on our Future Leadership Review the Bylaws Recap Highlights of 2024-2025 Review 2025-2026 Future Plans and Near-term Upcoming Events   We’re thrilled to announce our slate of proposed new 2025-26 Members of the Board of Directors of the MIT Sloan Club of New York. All nominees were nominated by the Nominating Committee and approved by the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. At the Annual Meeting, all present Area Sloan Alumni will vote to approve the slate.    On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I look forward to seeing you at our Annual Meeting.    Sincerely, Peter Dolch, MIS '89 Chair MIT Sloan Club of New York   MIT Sloan Club of New York colettet@MIT.edu

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The MIT Sloan Club of New York will hold its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 beginning at 6 pm to 7.30 pm over Zoom.  Please join us to acknowledge a successful year of Club activity since July 1, 2023, and  Vote on our Future Leadership Review the Bylaws Recap Highlights of 2023-2024 Review 2024-25 Future Plans and Near-term Upcoming Events   We’re thrilled to announce our slate of proposed new 2024-25 Members of the Board of Directors of the MIT Sloan Club of New York. All nominees were nominated by the Nominating Committee and approved by the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. At the Annual Meeting, all present Area Sloan Alumni will vote to approve the slate.    2024-25 MIT Sloan Club of New York proposed slate of Officers up for election: The following Executive Committee Members are completing their 2-year term and are therefore not running in the current election. Guillaume Bouvard MBA '04: Chair Emeritus Peter Dolch MIS ’89: Board Chair Christopher R. Gruszczynski MBA ’04: General Counsel Alina Turian Peradze MBA ’04: Finance Chair Jaclyn Selby MBA ‘21: Marketing Chair Ronald Randall SB ’64: Events Chair   Proposed Executive Committee Members Deirdre Athaide MBA ‘12: Technology Chair Gurumurthy (GK) Kalyanaram PhD ’89: Club Secretary   Proposed Board Members Asha Aravindakshan SFMBA '17: Tech Events + Event Leader at Large Gautam Advani '73 : Club Liaison Co-Leader, Social & Cultural Events Barbara Clay MBA ’04: Board Member at Large Sacha Ghebali MFin '19: Deep Tech II Events Leader + Social & Cultural Events Leader Jag Gill SFMBA ‘13: Board Member at Large David Lighton MBA '18: FinTech Events Leader Karen Rosner MBA '91: Westchester Area Events Jyoti Singhvi MBA '06: Consumer, Fashion & Luxury Goods Events Leader   Proposed New Board Members Stephen Barr, EMBA '20: Social Chair (Executive Committee position) Raafet Azzouz SF '24: Board Member at Large (graduating in June 2024) Veena Jayadeva MBA '10: Board Member at Large Gregory Kim MBA '18: Board Member at Large Maddie Linde MBA '23: Board Member at Large   On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I look forward to seeing you at our Annual Meeting.    Sincerely, Peter Dolch, MIS '89 Chair MIT Sloan Club of New York

 

Contact

colettet@MIT.edu

Learn More 2025-06-17 22:00:00 2025-06-17 23:00:00 UTC MIT Sloan Club of New York Annual Meeting | Tuesday June 18, 2024   The MIT Sloan Club of New York will hold its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 beginning at 6 pm to 7.30 pm over Zoom.  Please join us to acknowledge a successful year of Club activity since July 1, 2023, and  Vote on our Future Leadership Review the Bylaws Recap Highlights of 2023-2024 Review 2024-25 Future Plans and Near-term Upcoming Events   We’re thrilled to announce our slate of proposed new 2024-25 Members of the Board of Directors of the MIT Sloan Club of New York. All nominees were nominated by the Nominating Committee and approved by the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. At the Annual Meeting, all present Area Sloan Alumni will vote to approve the slate.    2024-25 MIT Sloan Club of New York proposed slate of Officers up for election: The following Executive Committee Members are completing their 2-year term and are therefore not running in the current election. Guillaume Bouvard MBA '04: Chair Emeritus Peter Dolch MIS ’89: Board Chair Christopher R. Gruszczynski MBA ’04: General Counsel Alina Turian Peradze MBA ’04: Finance Chair Jaclyn Selby MBA ‘21: Marketing Chair Ronald Randall SB ’64: Events Chair   Proposed Executive Committee Members Deirdre Athaide MBA ‘12: Technology Chair Gurumurthy (GK) Kalyanaram PhD ’89: Club Secretary   Proposed Board Members Asha Aravindakshan SFMBA '17: Tech Events + Event Leader at Large Gautam Advani '73 : Club Liaison Co-Leader, Social & Cultural Events Barbara Clay MBA ’04: Board Member at Large Sacha Ghebali MFin '19: Deep Tech II Events Leader + Social & Cultural Events Leader Jag Gill SFMBA ‘13: Board Member at Large David Lighton MBA '18: FinTech Events Leader Karen Rosner MBA '91: Westchester Area Events Jyoti Singhvi MBA '06: Consumer, Fashion & Luxury Goods Events Leader   Proposed New Board Members Stephen Barr, EMBA '20: Social Chair (Executive Committee position) Raafet Azzouz SF '24: Board Member at Large (graduating in June 2024) Veena Jayadeva MBA '10: Board Member at Large Gregory Kim MBA '18: Board Member at Large Maddie Linde MBA '23: Board Member at Large   On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I look forward to seeing you at our Annual Meeting.    Sincerely, Peter Dolch, MIS '89 Chair MIT Sloan Club of New York   MIT Sloan Club of New York colettet@MIT.edu