MIT International Students Office and MIT Postdoc Association (PDA)

Language Conversation Exchange (LCE)

Open to all members of the MIT community, We connect people across MIT for conversation, cultural exchange, and friendship. Find a conversation partner at MIT so you can practice a language […]

Navigating MIT Series: 9 Hacks for a Better Semester

Topics throughout the fall semester to support international students with adjustment to MIT and the U.S. Open to all international students: undergrad, grad, and non- degree/visiting/exchange students Lunch or dinner […]

Visiting Student Fall Welcome Social

Joint ISO/VISTA event4pm to 5:30pmGrier Room, 34-401Register by Wed, Oct 9You are invited to the Visiting Student Welcome Social! You will have the chance to enjoy donuts/coffee/hot chocolate while connecting with new and current […]

Navigating MIT Series: Understanding US Culture

E19-202 We will discuss culture shock and tips for adjustment, as well as explain aspects of U.S. culture that may be confusing or surprising. Bring your questions and observations! Presented […]

Navigating MIT Series: Networking in the US Context

E19-202 In this workshop, we’ll lay out the basics of networking, informational interviewing, and US work culture. You’ll learn why a strong basis is crucial for your career first steps […]

LCE Lunch

10-105 Bush Room Let's meet, eat, and speak!Practice a language with a group of native speakers and other language learners, meet other language lovers, and learn about the LCE. Please […]

Navigating MIT Series: Financial Goal Setting 101

E19-202 Join Student Financial Services for an interactive workshop geared towards helping you develop short and long term financial goals. Participants will leave with the tools and knowledge to set […]

LCE Lunch

10-105 Bush Room Let's meet, eat, and speak!Practice a language with a group of native speakers and other language learners, meet other language lovers, and learn about the LCE. Please […]

Navigating MIT Series: Stress Management

E19-202 Tips and strategies for handling academic and personal stress.Presented by Dr. Xiaolu Hsi, PhD, MIT Student Mental Health & Counseling Services Navigating MIT Series for International StudentsTopics throughout the […]

LCE Lunch

10-105 Bush Room Let's meet, eat, and speak!Practice a language with a group of native speakers and other language learners, meet other language lovers, and learn about the LCE. Please […]