From: Student Life
Date: October 2, 2024
Subject: MIT Sloan Student Life Newsletter October 2, 2024


October 2, 2024

Hurricane Helene 

Over the past few days, Hurricane Helene has left devastation across the Southeast U.S., with hundreds of people still unaccounted for. We are hopeful that you and your loved ones are safe. If we can help in any way or you just want to talk, please don’t hesitate to connect with us. Below are some Institute resources that may be helpful at this time. 
Student life Events

Boston Bruins vs. Philadelphia Flyers
Tuesday, October 29th 
7pm-10pm
TD Garden
Cheer on the Boston Bruins with your fellow Sloanies! Student Life has a limited number of discounted tickets to the Bruins. Students can purchase max of 2 tickets each. 
Tickets: $40 each

Course XV Dinner 
Wednesday, October 16th 
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.

Boston Bruins vs. Seattle Kraken 
Sunday, November 3rd 
7pm-10pm
TD Garden
Cheer on the Boston Bruins with your fellow Sloanies! Student Life has a limited number of discounted tickets to the Bruins. Students can purchase max of 2 tickets each. Tickets go on sale next Wednesday, October 9th at 12pm.
Tickets: $40 each

Hello Sloanies!
Wednesday, October 16th 
11:30am-1pm
Student Life Office, E52-101
Join us for “Hello Sloanies”! Meet new Sloanies, network, and make connections while playing some fun games during your lunch hour.
community Events

Speed Networking Event with Open Space Programming
Wednesday, October 9th 
12:15pm-1pm
Kendall/MIT Open Space
Join us for an informal, outdoor speed networking session and build your professional network. In this 45-minute activity, participants will make numerous contacts in a short period of time, with an opportunity to exchange contact information if desired. 

RSVP

Student & Alumni Welcome Reception
Wednesday, October 9th
6pm-8pm
Roberts Family Forum
Please join the MIT Sloan Office of External Relations, the MIT Sloan Boston Alumni Association, the Career Development Office, and local alumni for a networking reception welcoming both incoming and returning students. 

RSVP

Fall Party
Saturday, October 5, 2024
12pm- 4pm
Kendall/MIT Open Space
Join friends and neighbors from around Cambridge, MIT, and Kendall Square for music, delicious food, face painting, and more! 

RSVP

45th Annual Harvard Square Oktoberfest
Sunday, October 6th
11am-6pm
Harvard Square
Live music on multiple stages, food vendors, crafts and of course, festive beer gardens located throughout the Square. Come be a part of a legendary tradition – it will be wunderbar to see you again!

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BULLETIN BOARD

Registration for ‘Step Your Way’ is open!

Need some motivation to get and stay active this fall? Join the MIT community for this 6-week walking challenge that starts on Monday, October 7. The goal of the challenge is to help you increase your daily physical activity. Sign up, participate, and you just might win one of five Fitbit Inspire activity trackers sponsored by MITFCU! Register by Sunday, October 6.

Learn more and sign up here!

MIT Flu Clinic October 7th - 10th 

This year, MIT Health will hold its campus flu clinic Monday–Thursday, October 7–10, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. in Morss Hall in Walker Memorial (Building 50). These clinics are free to everyone who is eligible to get a vaccine on campus. Come to the clinic on the day that is most convenient for you. Who is eligible?

  • All MIT ID holders, including:
  • All enrolled students living on or off campus
  • All non-students who live on campus, including family members and children aged six months and older
  • All employees and contractors with an MIT ID
  • All MIT Health patients older than six months

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We're excited to invite you to our brand-new WhatsApp community. Stay in the loop with the latest updates on upcoming events, ticket sales, and more!

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