Updates

Reflections on Interphase
Sheikh Mahmud ’26 shares her experience in Interphase EDGE , both as a participant and working with the program as an upper-level student.
At a spirited Commencement ceremony, the Class of 2026 is urged to “run toward the hardest problems”
Lisa Su ’90, SM ’91, PhD ’94, Advanced Micro Devices CEO, tells graduates to apply “purpose, judgment, and courage” in their lives.
Introducing Graduation Planning and Support
A new platform that combines integrated degree management and comprehensive student advising and engagement features is being rolled out this summer and fall for for both undergraduate and graduate students. 
GUE Staff Milestones
Collectively, GUE Staff have over 2,305 years of service to MIT! No matter how long you have been here, thank you for all that you do for GUE and for…
OGE Launches GradThriving Birthday Program
This past year, the Office of Graduate Education’s GradThriving unit introduced a birthday program designed to strengthen connections with graduate students and demonstrate care on their special day.
CAPD Research Mentoring Certificate Program
The Research Mentoring Certificate (RMC) wrapped up its 6th season in June. This professional development certificate program, provides an opportunity for PhDs and postdocs to build their mentoring skills and…
Designing a career, on and off the track, at MIT
Senior Krystal Montgomery explored design courses to shape a career in web development. As a national champion in track, learning to balance athletics and academics was key to her success.
UAC Faculty Director Update
Vice Chancellor for Graduate and Undergraduate Education Dave Darmofal announced that John E. Fernández ’85, Professor of Architecture, Urbanism and Building Technology in the Department of Architecture, will be the…
Ten from MIT accept 2026 Fulbright awards
This year, over half of MIT’s Fulbright applicants won awards. The current students and alumni will embark on research projects abroad in 2026-27.
A day in the life of MIT Sloan Fellow Alecia Asiamigbe
The MBA student and entrepreneur is learning to lead a more resilient future with her renewable energy company.