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This utopia does not exist: “Against Platforms” book talk with author Mike Pepi
In his presentation, Mike Pepi provided an overview of key concepts in tech criticism, distinguished between the concepts of platforms and institutions, and called for us to address the…
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Should the Climate Project Engage with Fossil Fuels? A Dinner Discussion Towards a White Paper
On May 7, twenty-four individuals participated in a discussion hosted by Radius to respond to the MIT Climate Project’s open call for white papers on whether to accept financial…
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Student Research on Generative AI and Democracy
This year, MIT student SERC Scholars teamed up with students from HBCUs to design and implement research projects on generative AI and democracy. Please join us on May 12…
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Bridging the Gap: Effectively Sharing Emerging Healthcare Technologies with the Public
What could healthcare look like in the next 10 years? In this collaborative, student-led discussion, we will explore strategies for improving communication around healthcare issues, making complex topics like…
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Giving Voice to Values in your DLCI
Do you feel the freedom to offer – or, if you are in leadership, to receive – genuine values-based feedback about how well your DLCI is living up to…
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Spiritual Lives of Scientists: Support from Religious Traditions
Facilitators: Prof. Rosalind W. Picard and Sabbi Lall. How does believing in a higher power intersect with ways of knowing in science and engineering? Here, we discuss seeking support for…
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Spiritual Lives of Scientists: Mindfulness & Buddhist Support Practices for Scientists
Facilitators: Prof. Emma J. Teng and Sabbi Lall. In this small discussion group, we will examine Buddhist approaches to mindfulness, focusing attention, and developing self-compassion and compassion. Prof. Teng will provide…
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Spiritual Lives of Scientists: Finding A Source of Meaning in Life
Facilitators: Prof. Daniel Jackson and Sabbi Lall. In this small discussion group, we will examine finding meaning in the context of an intense research focus. What sources of support might…
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Making Meaning: Spirituality and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) Discussion Group
Come explore how spirituality and mental health impact each other in this 4-day pilot program during Spring Break co-facilitated by Student Mental Health & Counseling and ORSEL. Limited to…
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Giving Voice to Values Workshop
Do you feel the freedom to offer – or, if you are in leadership, to receive – genuine values-based feedback about how well your DLCI is living up to…
