MIT conference focuses on preparing workers for the era of artificial

As automation rises in the workplace, speakers explore ways to train students and reskill workers.

Rob Matheson | MIT News Office • mit
Nov. 22, 2019 ~10 min

Stereotypes can shape how far students go in STEM

Racial stereotypes centered on looks can have a big impact on whether college students stick with science, tech, engineering, and math.

Amy McCaig-Rice University • futurity
March 6, 2019 ~5 min


Lots of moms and dads leave STEM careers

"We need a cultural revolution within many fields to recognize and reward the full value of professionals who also care for children."

Jared Wadley-Michigan • futurity
Feb. 20, 2019 ~3 min

Does language push immigrants kids toward STEM?

More immigrant children studying math and science in high school and college means more go into STEM careers as adults.

Jackie Ogburn-Duke • futurity
Jan. 10, 2019 ~3 min

Forum plots a ‘Pathway’ to careers in music or entertainment

Panelists at the Office of Career Services’ Music & Entertainment Pathways forum said the best way to a career in music or entertainment may well be networking.

La'Toya Princess Jackson • harvard
Nov. 13, 2018 ~2 min

Opportunities to study abroad during IAP continue to grow | MIT News

Global Classroom Fund assists faculty innovation and provides unique global experiences for students.

Julia Mongo | Global Education and Career Development • mit
April 9, 2018 ~9 min

Special Program for Urban and Regional Studies celebrates 50th anniversary | MIT News

SPURS Fellows serve as agents of change in international development.

Ken Shulman | School of Architecture and Planning • mit
April 6, 2018 ~8 min

Veteran engineer studies career pathways of today’s graduates | MIT News

After a mid-career jump to academia, PhD student Jim Magarian now analyzes engineering workforce issues.

Dara Farhadi | MIT News correspondent • mit
Oct. 1, 2017 ~9 min


Political science debuts on MITx | MIT News

New online course takes a deep dive into democracy in Africa.

Leda Zimmerman | Department of Political Science • mit
Aug. 25, 2017 ~6 min

Future physician-advocate | MIT News

Senior Hermoon Worku is pursuing a career dedicated to surgery, advocacy, and teaching.

Kate Telma | MIT News correspondent • mit
Feb. 20, 2017 ~7 min

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