From: Student Life Date: September 17, 2025 Subject: MIT Sloan Student Life Newsletter September 17, 2025
September 17, 2025
Know Your Resource: MIT Bike Auction
Mark your calendar for MIT’s annual bicycle auction on Friday, September 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 290 Albany Street. The lot opens at 9:30 a.m. for a preview of the bikes—just be sure to bring your MIT ID, as it's required to participate. Payment is by credit card only, with a three-bike maximum purchase per person. For more information, contact mitparking@mit.edu.
Student Life Events
Hamilton Broadway in Boston October 7th & October 8th 7pm-10pm Citizens Opera House
Student Life has a limited number of discounted tickets for or two show nights of Hamilton! Students may purchase up to 2 tickets for one night only (cannot attend both nights). Tickets go on sale next Wednesday, at 12:15pm! Tickets: $40 each
Japan C-Fx
Thursday, October 2nd
8pm-11pm
Walker Memorial
Join hundreds of fellow Sloanies and enjoy a night with delicious Japanese cuisine, a fun cultural showcase, and dancing! Tickets: $15
Sloan Olympics
Friday, September 26th
12pm-4pm Steinbrenner Stadium Track & Field
Are you ready to bring the energy and show your Sloan pride? Sloan Olympics is a beloved MIT Sloan tradition where you’ll compete with your program/cohort to show who brings the strongest team spirit! From dizzy bat to tug-of-war, it's an afternoon full of high-energy games, friendly rivalry, and bonding with your fellow Sloanies. YOU make this happen – sign up with your program to keep the tradition alive!
Course XV Dinner
Wednesday, October 1st 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.
Wellness Day Appointments
October 6th & October 7th 2pm-6pm
E52-101, Student Life Office
Unwind and De-Stress with Student Life’s Wellness Days! We will have 20-minute massage appointments and 1-hour acupuncture sessions to help you relax and release any tension in your body. Appointments open next Wednesday, September 14th at 11:30am!
The Yarn - September 2025 Wednesday, September 17th 7pm-10pm
Wong Auditorium
Enjoy an evening of storytelling from your fellow Sloanies. The Yarn is dedicated to empowerment through the art of storytelling, creating a platform within the MIT Sloan community where voices can be heard, diverse experiences shared, and true selves revealed.
Hello Sloanies!
Wednesday, September 24th 12pm-1pm
Student Life Office, E52-113
Join us for “Hello Sloanies," where you meet other Sloanies, network, and make connections while playing games during your lunch hour.
Trending with Talia
Thursday, October 2nd
12pm-1pm
Student Life Office, E52-113
Get ready for a morning of laughter, gossip, and entertainment at our Tea Time with Students: Entertainment Edition!
ROI: Return on Ingredients
Wednesday, September 24th 5:30pm-7:30pm
Sloan Cafe
This fall, Sloan students are invited to join ROI: Return on Ingredients, a hands-on cooking experience designed to turn beginners into confident home chefs. Led by Michael Delvental, Executive Chef at RA in Sloan, each session offers a unique opportunity to learn, cook, and connect.
This year’s MIT Flu Clinics will be held by appointment only on campus on September 22–October 10. Appointments must be booked at least 48 hours in advance and will be billed to your insurance. Covid-19 vaccines will not be available at the flu clinics.
Event Advisory Committee Opportunity
Have event ideas? Want to work with us on community events? Want to plan family-friendly activities? Click here to join the SLO Events Committee.
The Iris Photobooth
The Iris Photobooth is here to help you get an instant headshot anytime you need one — perfect for LinkedIn, resumes, or conferences.
It’s fast, easy, and right on campus.
Quick details:
Location: E52, basement floor outside of MIT Sloan Teaching & Learning Technologies
Hours: 24/7, with building access. (no appointment necessary)
How to use: Simply follow the on-screen prompts for a quick, professional headshot.
Cost: Free for all MIT Sloan community members
Need help? Contact mitsloanphotobooth@mit.edu
Grab a Fresh Food Bag on Mondays!
Grab a “fresh food bag” filled with local produce on Mondays from 4-6pm in the Stata Center Lobby. MIT Sustainability, the MIT Farm Club, and Anthropology have teamed up to pilot a new program with Hannan Healthy Foods Organic Farm in Lincoln, Ma! Come by early to grab your low-cost farm share bag! Open to all MIT community.
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