MIT's Culture and Community Awards

Sloan DEI is seeking nominations for MIT Sloan’s Culture and Community Awards, which recognize students who have actively contributed to strengthening the culture of the MIT Sloan community—embodying the spirit of Sloanies helping Sloanies.

These awards give us the opportunity to define and celebrate what community means to us. We believe that great ideas and talent can come from anyone. Our goal is to cultivate a welcoming community where individuals from all backgrounds can grow, thrive, and truly feel a sense of belonging. 

Who We Recognize

These awards honor undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated a commitment to strengthening the MIT Sloan culture and community. Examples include:

• Building connections by collaborating with MIT Sloan community members and administration to enhance opportunity and equity and foster a more connected environment.
• Advancing the Smarter Together initiative by breaking down barriers and strengthening relationships across the MIT Sloan community.
• Demonstrating leadership in creating an open, welcoming, and supportive culture where all members can thrive.

Awardees are recognized at a reception on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

Nominate a fellow Sloanie today.  Survey closes Friday, March 21, 2025.

If you have any questions, email sloandei@mit.edu.

Payment Options

As you plan your spring events, please remember that there are several ways to pay vendors using club funds:

• Over $1,000: Buy-to-Pay (preferred method for all payments)
• $100 and under: Request to use the SLO credit card
• Under $1,000: Personal Funds (RFP - request for reimbursement).  A few important notes on this method: 
  • Please remember to save and upload the itemized receipt that shows proof of payment when submitting your RFP. 
    • Accounts Payable thoroughly checks all receipts and will reject your RFP if it is not itemized or isn't showing proof of payment.
  • To avoid lost checks and get your reimbursements faster, be sure you are set up for direct deposit - click here to update your preferences.
  • If you prefer to get a check mailed to your current address, be sure your address is up to date in WebSIS.

Club Renewal Past Due

Thank you to all the clubs who have successfully renewed for next year!  If your club has missed the deadline, you should have received an email from Elizabeth Sideri with next steps.  If you can not locate this message, please reach out to slquestions@mit.edu.  

*Clubs that do not renew before club leader trainings in April will be considered dormant for Fall 2025. 

Save these Dates!

SLO Club Leader Trainings:

All co-presidents, finance leads, and space reservers named in the 2025-2026 club transition survey will be required to attend the following two training sessions. Club funding for fall 2025 and spring 2026 semesters provided through the Sloan Senate is contingent upon attendance.

1. Inclusive Leadership & Sloan Club Management Basics: Monday, April 7, 2025 11:30AM-1PM
2. Club Finances & Event Planning Training Session: Monday, April 14, 2025 11:30AM-1PM

CDO's Club-apalooza Thursday, April 24, 2025

Club-apalooza is an opportunity to celebrate you as new club leaders, help you connect with your CDO club liaison, and share how we can work together over the next year to support career preparation, share job opportunities, and assist with contacts for industry-focused events for your club members. RSVP here!

Coming Soon:

• Conference, Competitiion & Hackathon Planning Session
• C-Funtion Planning Session

Community Impact Spotlight

Join the Student Life Office in shining a spotlight on your amazing fellow Sloanies and celebrating their contributions and the positive impact they've made on the greater MIT Sloan community! Nominate a club leadership team or individual for our monthly Community Impact Spotlight by filling out this short form.   

Nominations for this month's spotlight are due on March 27, 2025.

Student Leader Drop-In Advising Hours

Stop by E52-118 in the Student Life Office suite (E52-101) where we can help you plan and execute your club activities, discuss marketing strategies, answer your questions about RFPs, your club's financial needs, and more:

• Wednesdays, 11am-1pm | General Advising Hours 
• Thursdays, 11am-1pm | Finance Advising Hours

Can't make drop-in advising, but have questions? Book an appointment with any of us using this link!

Questions? Consult the Student Group Leader Handbook
Contact Student Life or Book an appointment with us!
List of current club officers here