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  Talking about a difficult subject Answering an FAQ.

  

  factors noted for suicide2. Also note in the article below: We also know ... Yale and Cornell Universities are rightfully cause for shock and sadness ... for every 100,000 college students, a figure that translates into some 1

  • by Matt McGann '00
  • August 10, 2010
• Blog / Extracurriculars

  Guest Entry: Leadership @ MIT You can become a leader on the MIT campus. Here's how...

  

  “MIT engineers go to work for Harvard graduates.” This phrase is no ... are required for competitive higher positions in all organizations ... towards raising awareness for and creating opportunities for leadership

  • by Melis A. '08
  • February 14, 2008
• Blog / Academics & Research

  my semesterly planner mentally preparing for the trials ahead

  

  ritual to prepare for the start of each new semester. I think some bullet ... internalize information. So, if you're looking for inspiration— or just to ... 'd for 8.02 and was notably fond of 2.005 office hours[/caption] monthly

  • by Veronica P. '27
  • August 18, 2025
• Blog / Admissions

  What is the value of college? Food for thought in your college search

  

  personally and professionally affirming, if for no other reason than the fact ... , and effectively for the betterment of humankind." We begin every ... an appreciation for the value of an MIT education. While I know the

  • by David duKor-Jackson
  • May 21, 2025
• Blog / Announcements

  MIT Regular Action Decisions Now Available Online

  

  MIT Regular Action admissions decisions for the Class of 2029 are now ... wisely, creatively, and effectively for the betterment of humankind. We can ... ’t something MIT creates for you, it’s something you manifest for yourself. And

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • March 14, 2025
• Blog / Announcements

  MIT Regular Action Decisions Now Available Online

  

  MIT Regular Action admissions decisions for the Class of 2028 are now ... effectively for the betterment of humankind. We can’t wait to welcome them to ... future isn’t something MIT creates for you, it’s something you manifest for

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • March 14, 2024
• Blog / Academics & Research

  A Week of UROPing in few words

  

  The first month of the year is a beautiful time for students here: no ... and pressing paper down for three key reasons: 1.) I liked the Course 18 ... was going to learn for the rest of the month. After doing some reading

  • by Jessica Z. '27
  • January 31, 2024
• Blog / Announcements

  MIT Early Action Decisions Now Available Online

  

  MIT Early Action admissions decisions for the Class of 2028 are now ... information for deferred students here; you can also read posts from bloggers ... .   We recognize it's a lot of effort for all of you to apply to MIT. It

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • December 16, 2023
• Blog / Announcements

  MIT Early Action Decisions Now Available Online

  

  MIT Early Action admissions decisions for the Class of 2027 are now ... . We have posted more information for deferred students here; you can ... lot of effort for all of you to apply to MIT. It's an honor and a

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • December 17, 2022
• Blog / How to Boston and Beyond

  Julia’s Day Out Almost 10 things I've learned since living in Boston

  

  before, but for some of you, this was your first time. I also know that ... . The “T” is the shorthand for the MBTA subway system in Boston. Since the ... best decisions you can make when you move. Luckily for me, the Admissions

  • by Julia Potts
  • April 11, 2022
• Blog / Announcements

  A reminder that there is no advantage to applying Early Action to MIT As always, you should apply when you feel ready

  

  typical SAT/ACT requirement for this year, due to the pandemic.']take tests ... our inbox, these delays have been the source of considerable anxiety for ... —  could use a bit more time to get everything together for their college

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • October 21, 2020
• Blog / Academics & Research

  So apparently the Media Lab figured out how to 3D print glass and it's pretty glorious

  

  Ancient Egypt 4,500 years ago. Precise recipes for its production - the ... tied to techniques used for its formation. From the discovery of core-forming process for bead-making in ancient Egypt, through the invention of the metal

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • August 24, 2015
• Blog / Admissions

  Be A Blogger 2015! TAKE THE PLUNGE

  

  " 3) It's time for those of you who might want to be bloggers ... lecture, or planning stuff for REX, or UROPing, or deciding how to pick your ... looking for bloggers with good judgment who can write clearly and regularly

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • July 14, 2015
• Blog / Art, Literature, Music

  self-assessment, re: playwriting notes on taking playwrights' workshop this semester

  

  Though I’ve thought of myself as a writer for most of my life, I ... news article for the school paper or a personal blog post or a school ... : for a fresh perspective, for a new angle, for a different mental

  • by Allan K. '17
  • December 9, 2014
• Blog / IAP

  An Experiment in Independence: PART TWO.

  

  in Maryland for about two weeks now, all by myself, working this NASA ... online and below for your general reference and watching amusement, because ... apologize in advance for any bad videography/sound quality/general sloppiness

  • by Allan K. '17
  • January 17, 2014
• Blog / Academics & Research

  What’s a freshman like me doing at Career Fair? hint: I'm not wearing a suit

  

  If you're looking for an in-depth view of Career Fair and all the ... . What I do have, however, is an insatiable desire for free goodies and t ... first impression upon entering the Career Fair: [for the non-MIT people

  • by Michael C. '16
  • September 22, 2012
• Blog / Academics & Research

  Almost a Real Engineer my foray into the world of professional conferences

  

  Blue), and I am ready to begin a full week of transportation. For some ... rowing. I decided to come down to DC for the conference back in October or ... the industry. I’ve known for about a year now that transportation is

  • by Becca H. '12
  • January 22, 2012
• Blog / About Decisions

  MIT Early Action Decisions Now Available Online

  

  international students.   MIT Early Action admissions decisions for the ... .mit.edu. 6,008 students applied for early admission to MIT this year. Because ... students will be considered afresh in Regular Action. For more information on

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • December 17, 2011
• Blog / Blogs That Aren't in English

  Comfort and College Scared of applying to colleges far from home? Then read this!

  

  ’ perceptions about letting their kids go far from the roost for college. It is a ... , for college. I have also known many students, for fear of leaving their ... for my graduate degree. I knew she was excited for me, but deep down, I

  • by Beatriz Valdez
  • November 21, 2011
• Blog / Admissions

  MIT Movies Emeritus out with the old, in with the older

  

  without a certain comforting character for those of us old enough to ... Avenue marketing firm, and was taken "on the road" for the better part of a ... ; MIT Tech TV   A promotional film for prospective students and

  • by Chris Peterson SM '13
  • July 29, 2011