From: Student Life
Date: September 4, 2024
Subject: MIT Sloan Student Life Newsletter September 4, 2024


September 4, 2024

Know Your Resource: MIT ORSEL

With over 20 chaplains representing many of the world’s religious, spiritual and ethical traditions, and more than 25 different student communities, ORSEL reflects the diversity of the institute’s community. Through regular opportunities for worship, meditation, prayer, and study, the office is a resource for students, faculty, and staff, of all faith traditions and belief systems. The chaplains provide religious, spiritual, and ethical programming, as well as confidential* counseling and crisis support. *Chaplains who are ordained clergy within their religious traditions are confidential resources for members of the community. Learn More about MIT ORSEL Resources:
Student life Events

Camp Sloan 
Friday, September 27thh - Sunday, September 29th
Camp Sloan is one of Sloan’s biggest traditions. We’ll hike, relax, and bond across programs while staying in cabins in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire.️ As there’s limited capacity given the size of the cabins, registration will be determined via a random lottery selection. We’ll be spread across two different sites. Each site will have a big cabin, stunning fall views, hikes for all levels, fun games, great food, and, most importantly, a great opportunity to meet and hang out with people from different years and programs! ️
Cost per camper: $199

Apps due by 5pm on September 11th

Hello Sloanies!
Wednesday, September 18th 
11:30am-1pm
E52-101
Join us for “Hello Sloanies”! Meet new Sloanies, network, and make connections while playing some fun games during your lunch hour.

Course XV Dinner 
Wednesday, September 18th 
7pm-9pm 
Local Restaurant
Course XV Dinners are an opportunity for fifteen students from across the programs to have a free, delicious, three course dinner at a local venue with a member of the Student Life Office. There is no agenda other than having enjoyable conversation with fellow Sloanies, making connections, and eating a good meal. Sponsored by Student Life.

HBC C-F(x) - Hispanic Heritage Month
Thursday, September 26th 
9pm-12am
La Fabrica
Join us to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at La Fabrica. There will be music, dancing, and food! Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 10th at 12pm.
Cost: $15 - $20

MIT Sloan ClubFest
Thursday, September 5th 
7pm-9pm
Walker Memorial
ClubFest is your opportunity to learn more about the clubs at MIT Sloan and to talk directly with their officers before becoming a member. 

RSVP

Boston Red Sox vs. Chicago White Sox 
Friday, September 6th
7:10pm-10pm
Fenway Park
Sloanies are taking over the Fenway bleachers! Wear your MIT Sloan gear, and meet fellow Sloanies, and enjoy one of Boston's favorite past times - watching the Red Sox!
Tickets: $15

Get Tickets
community Events

Sloan DEI Student Ice-cream Social
Wednesday, September 11th
2:30pm-4:30pm
North Garden
The Sloan DEI Office hopes you'll join them for some sweet treats, lawn games, and an opportunity to chat with the Sloan DEI Staff! Let's meet at North Garden for ice-cream and cookies provided by Cookie Monstah Ice Cream Truck, camaraderie, and fun!

Learn More and RSVP

MIT Community Service Fund Used Book Sale
Wednesday, September 11th 
10am-3pm
Kendall/MIT Open Space
Bookworms, this is your moment! Stop by the MIT Community Service Fund Used Book Sale to discover a large selection of unbelievably priced textbooks, nonfiction, novels, and more. 

Learn More

Second Chance Hiring: An Entrepreneurial Company’s Experience
Wednesday, September 18th
12pm-1pm
E62-276
What is the business case for second chance employment of individuals with a criminal record? And how does an effective second chance hiring program work? RSVP for an insightful panel discussion exploring an entrepreneurial company’s experience with hiring formerly incarcerated individuals.

RSVP

AI and the Future of Your Career
Thursday, September 19th
1pm-2pm
Building 45, 8th Floor
Join MIT EECS for an engaging and insightful panel discussion with industry leaders and AI experts on how AI is shifting industry and the future of work. Speakers include: Dropbox: Melanie Rosenwasser – Chief People Officer, Cadence: Paul Cunningham – SVP & GM of R&D, and Bose: Laura Cooley – Chief People Officer.

RSVP

The iLead Speaker Series
Wednesday, September 25th
12pm-12:45pm
Wong Auditorium
You are invited to the first iLead Speaker Series event of the semester featuring Martha S. Samuelson, SF '86, CEO and Chairman, Analysis Group and Rebecca Kirk Fair, MBA '02, Managing Principal, Analysis Group. Boxed lunches will be provided to those who pre-register.

RSVP

Swapfest -- The Flea at MIT -- Tech, tools, and gadgets flea market
Sunday, September 15th 
9am-2pm
Building N4
Swapfest is a huge electronics, tools, technology, amateur radio, and gadget flea market held on the third Sunday of every month from April to October in the Albany St. parking garage at MIT. Come buy, sell, or just look at objects as diverse as WWII Enigma machines, motors, power tools, computers, space capsules, and more.

Learn More

BULLETIN BOARD

New guidelines for use of scooters and other “Personal Wheels” on campus

MIT is implementing guidelines related to “Personal Wheels” (PWs), including scooters. Key messages: Don’t ride inside, don’t park in classrooms or common areas, park/store only in your residential room or personal office, charge a motorized PW only while monitoring and only if the PW is registered, UL certified, and has the manufacturer-supplied charging equipment.

Key points covered by the guidelines:

  • Riders should stay in bike lanes, walkers have the right of way and should stay on sidewalks; everyone should use caution, know the rules of the road, and stay safe.
  • Riding PWs inside any Institute building is prohibited.
  • PW registration is open to all PWs and required of motorized PWs, which must also be UL certified as a safety measure. Registration enables the MIT Police to help if the PW is stolen, and registered non-motorized PWs can gain access to secure bike cages on campus.
  • Park PWs outside (use bike racks; keep pathways clear); do not attach to railings, trees, or light posts.
  • A PW can be parked indoors only in a residential room or personal office. Keep egress pathways clear; no parking in common areas, hallways, labs, or classrooms. (Note that motorized PWs can be parked indoors only if they are registered and UL-certified.)
  • Improperly parked PWs are subject to removal.
  • Charging PWs is not allowed on campus with the exception of UL-certified and registered PWs. Follow fire safety procedures, including:
    • Only use the charging equipment sold with or designed for the PW model (the PW and all charging equipment must be UL certified)
    • Do not use an extension cord
    • Do not leave unattended while charging


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