Boosting passenger experience and increasing connectivity at the Hong Kong International Airport
Students develop entrepreneurial mindsets and cultural competency in a startup boot camp.
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New African and African diaspora studies major takes off at MIT
The major invites students to explore the riches of culture, innovation, thought leadership, and beauty that originate in the continent of Africa and its many diasporas.
Pilot, engineer, neuroscientist, bridge-builder
How Elissa Gibson ’22 connected the dots to form her own unique constellation of MIT experiences.
Assessing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, after a year of war
MIT event examines effects of the war on domestic politics and daily life in both Ukraine and Russia.
Aviva Intveld named 2023 Gates Cambridge Scholar
The MIT senior will pursue graduate studies in earth sciences at Cambridge University.
Responsive design meets responsibility for the planet’s future
Senior Sylas Horowitz tackles engineering projects with a focus on challenges related to clean energy, climate justice, and sustainable development.
Building bridges to Ukraine through language, art, and community
New IAP course opens doors to language learning, as well as cultural education and war relief.
New MIT internships expand research opportunities in Africa
University placements through MISTI aim to contribute to Africa’s growing research ecosystems.
Celebrating diversity in student cultural and linguistic backgrounds at MIT
Some 70 students enjoy "Heritage Meets Heritage" event.
Where Russia’s invasion of Ukraine stands
MIT panelists see progress for Ukraine, but perils ahead and little chance of a quick resolution.
Exploring how new technologies are changing finance
MIT students team up with Hong Kong students and companies to explore emerging opportunities in fintech.
Mobilizing across borders to address global challenges
MISTI Global Seed Funds program provides millions of dollars to advance international collaborations for MIT faculty.
In the history lab, delving into the South Asian experience at MIT
Students in 21H.S04 explore stories of students and faculty from South Asia via oral histories and the Institute Archives/Distinctive Collections.
Traveling the world to make a global impact
MISTI sends first Independent Activities Period students abroad since 2020.
Finding her way to fusion
Zoe Fisher's undergraduate research journey leads to a role working on the SPARC tokamak.