Events

Synopsis: Technology permeates nearly every facet of our lives—it shapes our health and well-being, transforms our work and workplaces, and revolutionizes transportation and education. However, this digital transformation has been far from equitable. Studies reveal that job seekers and entrepreneurs

Please join us on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 for The Pierce Seminar at 4 PM in Room 1-131 with Prof. Scott Smith.

Abstract Title: Materials, Structures and Construction Practices for Lunar Applications



Abstract:

The NASA Artemis program to send humans to the moon and onto Mars provides an

Come see the movie premiere! “We Are The Forest” tells the story of the MIT musicians who travelled to the Brazilian Amazon seeking cultural and scientific exchange. Indigenous musicians and activists share their traditional ecological knowledge. This documentary film features performances by Djuena

Due to popular demand, we have added a second screening of "We Are the Forest" at 6pm! “We Are The Forest” tells the story of the MIT musicians who travelled to the Brazilian Amazon seeking cultural and scientific exchange. Indigenous musicians and activists share their traditional ecological knowle

What is CERT?
CERT training covers basic skills that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. With training and practice, and by working as a team, you will be able to protect yourself and maximize your capability to help for the greatest number of people after

Climate Change and Mental Health

A Three-Part Workshop for Graduate and Undergraduate Students

Part One: Facing Our Grief

Part Two: Coping with Anxiety

Part Three: Finding Hope

This workshop is for students recognizing the effects of the deepening climate change crisis on our mental health. We

Come for a day-long visit to learn about planning issues and efforts in the Forest City with the former Planning & Urban Development Director for Portland. We will travel by transit to experience how an innovative transit system works in a small city, and meet with city planning officials working on

Join four of the 2023 C3E Award winners to hear about their leading work as well as their own clean energy paths. These Awardees are leaders in clean energy and climate investing, energy storage research, decarbonization of the energy system, and the advancement of utility-scale solar and storage pr

One-day workshop leading to a holistic interdisciplinary discussion on urban vulnerable territories in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), with the aim of building a regional vision and advocating for systemic change. By analyzing common challenges in the LAC region—migration, climate, and urban

Global Agencies and Urban Challenges – keeping an eye on the World Bank

January 29, 10:00 to 12:00
De-mystifying the evaluation of World Bank financed urban projects. How is it done and what do they mean? – really!

The World Bank carries out a self-evaluation of each project it finances, and thes