Miscellaneous: Complete Blog Archives
"Potpourri Blog Post"
by Jenny X. '13 | November 21, 2009
food... etc.
"A short entry"
by Snively '11 | November 18, 2009
about dorm awesomeness
"Tunnel Adventures"
by Hamsika C. '13 | November 15, 2009
We didn't get lost, in case you were wondering.
"Sights and Sounds"
by Hamsika C. '13 | November 05, 2009
Only at MIT.
"Train(wreck) of Thought"
by Chris M. '12 | November 03, 2009
Hallo everybody. As it turns out, video editing is a very time intensive project hence (most of) my absence from...
"tEpikazoo"
by Yan Z. '12 | November 03, 2009
Thoughts on cooking and gratuitous prefixes
"So How Does It Feel?"
by Hamsika C. '13 | November 02, 2009
Now all you have to do is wait.
"Shiny Circuits"
by Kim D. '09 | October 31, 2009
Shiny, in some subcultures at MIT, means REALLY AWESOME
"Alaska"
by Snively '11 | October 28, 2009
Where I am right now.
"If the Obama were a unit of measure . . . "
by Snively '11 | October 25, 2009
. . . what would it measure?
"Snow-bama"
by Hamsika C. '13 | October 23, 2009
Snow? Obama? At MIT? AHH.
"MIT is Utopia"
by Celena C. '12 | October 15, 2009
Because the nice guys were here.
"Going Social"
by Chris Peterson | October 14, 2009
Thinking about MIT Admissions and social media.
"Do you have jobs?"
by Kim D. '09 | October 08, 2009
Can I have one?
"I don't like SPAM!"
by Dave McOwen | October 06, 2009
Technology to the rescue!
"Turn around and pretend it wasn't you"
by Snively '11 | October 02, 2009
Words of Wisdom
"Start of Something New"
by Hamsika C. '13 | October 02, 2009
Please forgive the High School Musical reference.
"MIT Blogs Featured in NY Times"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 01, 2009
"[N]one of the [other colleges'] blogs match the interactivity and creativity of M.I.T.'s, where they are posted prominently on the admissions homepage, along with hundreds of responses from prospective applicants — all unedited."
"Birthday! (a.k.a my first video blog)"
by Chris M. '12 | September 30, 2009
vlogging? MEAT CAKE!
"*Oink Oink*"
by Snively '11 | September 23, 2009
Nobody panic!
"Blog Entry: Recession Edition"
by Yan Z. '12 | September 21, 2009
At MIT, your spoon is too big.
"Hello world. "
by Chris Peterson | August 31, 2009
All your blog are belong to me.
"And the winners are..."
by Dave McOwen | August 27, 2009
2010 Blogger results!
"What Am I Forgetting?"
by Paul B. '11 | August 25, 2009
A helpful guide.
"San Francisco, je t'aime"
by Chris S. '11 | August 23, 2009
nothing to do with mit :3 (...intern in cali! :P)
"A "World Record Attempt""
by Snively '11 | August 20, 2009
We can do it!
"On Flying"
by Chris S. '11 | August 18, 2009
ranting and venting
"Ben 2.0"
by Dave McOwen | August 13, 2009
In a world... spiraling on the brink of an admissions cycle... one man had the courage... to BLOG! (Jerry Bruckheimer was not harmed in the making of this post)
"In which I am no longer new here"
by Keri G. '10 | August 11, 2009
...well, it's true.
"2009: Let There Be Bloggers!"
by Dave McOwen | August 04, 2009
Hello everyone! So should I introduce myself or talk about the 2009 Blogger application? That's a silly question, isn't it....
"Cheat Sheet"
by Snively '11 | August 02, 2009
This amazed me when I first saw it.
"A Heartbreaking Lunch of Staggering Genius"
by Yan Z. '12 | July 30, 2009
I'll write about campus dining some other day.
"Mattress Dominoes!"
by Keri G. '10 | July 24, 2009
One of many reasons why my summer is better than yours.
"What YOU'RE Doing This Summer!"
by Chris S. '11 | July 24, 2009
Do yourself a favor and watch this! Make sure you're not doing anything for the next 2 hours. :)
"Six Recent Life-Changing Thoughts on Food"
by Yan Z. '12 | July 21, 2009
There's six lessons (and a recipe) somewhere in there.
"A Story"
by Snively '11 | July 19, 2009
Oh goody!
"What have you been doing lately?"
by Chris M. '12 | July 15, 2009
SPOILER ALERT: Mostly StumbleUpon
"Oh, the Places You'll Go(ogle)"
by Yan Z. '12 | July 14, 2009
The path to enlightenment is paved with Google searches.
"A Supposedly Fun Thing That I'll Probably Do Again"
by Yan Z. '12 | July 07, 2009
On July 4th, I reenacted The Old Man and the Sea, minus the old man and the sea. Actually, this has nothing to do with Hemingway's novel.
"What Are YOU Up To This Summer?"
by Chris S. '11 | July 04, 2009
click me! click me!
"Hits from the '90s"
by Snively '11 | July 02, 2009
♪ Why can't we be friends? ♫
"10:31"
by Jess K. '10 | June 29, 2009
I wrote this entry on my iPhone about two minutes after boarding the 11:10 train from Tokyo to Kyoto, which left 40 minutes after the original bus I had bought tickets for. I hope it makes you laugh, cry, smile, or at least distracts you from work for five minutes, because it cost me $57.
"I Climbed a Mountain Today"
by Chris S. '11 | June 28, 2009
there's always gonna be another mountain!
"Results from the Photo Scavenger Hunt"
by Chris M. '12 | June 27, 2009
On the bright side, there's alt-text!
"Hello, Layover (Part Two)"
by Keri G. '10 | June 23, 2009
Electric Boog-a-loo.
"Diabolo, Pandora, and Bad TV Shows"
by Mikey Yang '05 | June 22, 2009
You figure out what they have in common, 'cause I sure as heck don't know.
"MITiplication"
by Yan Z. '12 | June 20, 2009
This entry contains one multiplication problem.
"Photo Scavenger Hunt"
by Chris M. '12 | June 15, 2009
Let's give this a shot.
"In which I show no restraint whatsoever"
by Keri G. '10 | June 11, 2009
But don't worry, you'll all probably benefit from it (unless, you know, you don't).
"I put on my robe and graduation hat"
by Kim D. '09 | June 07, 2009
It's sortof hard to believe it's time for this already.
"Comments-ment Webcast"
by Yan Z. '12 | June 05, 2009
A few comments on the past week.
"Commencement Webcast"
by Laura N. '09 | June 05, 2009
MIT gives me a diploma in T-3 hours...
"What happened since the end."
by Laura N. '09 | May 28, 2009
Bringing you up to speed on life since I finished all my schoolwork. FOREVER. (You're so jealous.)
"Laptop"
by Lulu L. '09 | May 25, 2009
There should be a special place in hell for laptop thieves.
"Back Home"
by Snively '11 | May 24, 2009
No Strings Attached
"Where are you going, where have you been?"
by Lulu L. '09 | May 24, 2009
Prelude.
"Going Home"
by Chris S. '11 | May 23, 2009
We're halfway through MIT? o____o
"Epilogue"
by Yan Z. '12 | May 21, 2009
An open letter about blogging, growing up, and the end of my first year at MIT.
"*waves goodbye*"
by Snively '11 | May 19, 2009
Homeward bound
"Procrastination For Finals 2"
by Chris S. '11 | May 17, 2009
T minus 53 hours...
"Wolfram Alpha Tonight!"
by Snively '11 | May 15, 2009
"Being First is Important"
by Snively '11 | May 14, 2009
There can be many firsts
"Procrastination For Finals"
by Chris S. '11 | May 13, 2009
...so I cooked dinner instead.
"Really, I don't feel like thinking of a title right now"
by Laura N. '09 | May 11, 2009
Now there's a title cop-out you can only use once. Good thing I saved it for the very end.
"Info for the Class of 2013"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 08, 2009
The "Next Big Mailing" is on its way out, and with it lots of goodies about starting MIT in the fall.
"My Shortest Blog Ever (update 3 =p)"
by Chris S. '11 | May 04, 2009
19 days till Taiwan!
"An Explanation"
by Snively '11 | April 30, 2009
I always end up writing about underwear!
"CPW Photograph-athon"
by Yan Z. '12 | April 29, 2009
Because anything can be a catchy title if you add -athon to the end!
"Shelby's Amazing CPW Adventure"
by Snively '11 | April 29, 2009
A CPW Guest Entry by Shelby '13
"Tattoo ideas"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 27, 2009
No, I'm not getting a tattoo. But I do need your tattoo advice.
"Waitlist and transfer: quick update"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 27, 2009
No decisions yet, but some notes & reminders.
"Support MIT Sports!!"
by Chris M. '12 | April 24, 2009
Vote for MIT Crew!
"Got Questions?"
by Paul B. '11 | April 23, 2009
I have answers.
"Mind Dump (Episode 4)"
by Snively '11 | April 22, 2009
What's going on RIGHT NOW!?
"CPW, making a decision, and saying yes/no"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 21, 2009
The clock to May 1 is ticking.
"ZOMG CPW and other acronyms"
by Chris M. '12 | April 16, 2009
C.Y.G.W.T.S.F? I.F.C,I.B.Y.C!
"What to expect when you're expecting CPW"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 15, 2009
Setting some expectations, discussing myths & realities.
"Where You're Going, Where I've Been"
by Ahmed H. '12 | April 14, 2009
CPW! YEEAAAH!
"We Want You!"
by Snively '11 | April 14, 2009
Write for us!
"Nerdy adventures on the West Coast"
by Laura N. '09 | April 14, 2009
Q: What changes when you transplant a few MIT students 3,000 miles? A: Not much.
"I'M BACK!!!"
by Chris M. '12 | April 09, 2009
This, kids, is why you should store your passwords somewhere safe, just in case Firefox happens to lose the ones you told it to remember....
"Red Sox"
by Snively '11 | April 07, 2009
*wwooooossshhhh!*
"Springtime"
by Yan Z. '12 | April 06, 2009
I actually had no time to write this entry, which is why I cannot explain its existence.
"Inherent Asymmetry"
by Lulu L. '09 | April 02, 2009
Around.
"MIT is "Hacked""
by Snively '11 | April 01, 2009
Ultimatum
"Friendship"
by Snively '11 | March 28, 2009
Oh my dearest . . .
"New York"
by Yan Z. '12 | March 26, 2009
A break from Cambridge.
"Spring Break!"
by Cristen C. '10 | March 20, 2009
*frantically waves arms in the air*
"Admitted Students Update"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 16, 2009
Lots of good and important stuff for both EA and RA admits.
"We're Linux!"
by Paul B. '11 | March 16, 2009
"Aha, Linux beats paper!"
"MIT Regular Action Admissions Decisions Available Online"
by Decisions | March 14, 2009
MIT Regular Action admissions decisions are now available at https://decisions.mit.edu.
"Open Forum for Admitted Students"
by Decisions | March 14, 2009
Congratulations and welcome to the Class of 2013! Feel free to use this forum to introduce yourselves to your future...
"Open Forum for those Not Admitted"
by Decisions | March 14, 2009
With a 17% increase in applications, this year was once again the most competitive ever for MIT admissions. Admitting only...
"Open Forum for Waitlisted Students"
by Decisions | March 14, 2009
In the near future, we'll have some advice and information here on the blogs about being waitlisted. In the meantime,...
"About Tomorrow"
by Chris M. '12 | March 13, 2009
Good Luck Tomorrow!
"Just a Yellow Lemon Tree..."
by Chris S. '11 | March 11, 2009
I wrote a rap song for you.
"A little something while you wait."
by Shannon M. '12 | March 10, 2009
Don't plan on doing work until we finish this.
"Not here!"
by Snively '11 | March 09, 2009
This actually made me LOL
"I hurt myself again"
by Keri G. '10 | March 09, 2009
And again and again and again.
"Hosed"
by Chris M. '12 | March 06, 2009
Exams=Cars, I'll show you how!
"Square Root Day"
by Paul B. '11 | March 03, 2009
Your daily dose of nerd humor.
"Snow Day? No Way!"
by Paul B. '11 | March 02, 2009
I'm totally counting down the days until the spring equinox.
"Snow snow snow."
by Shannon M. '12 | March 02, 2009
I'm wearing bright colors so if I get caught in a snow drift someone will find me.
"Montreal a.k.a my awesome birthday blog a.k.a the end of IAP"
by Chris M. '12 | February 27, 2009
Photo's! Adventure! It's like a comic book, but real!
"It's Monday"
by Yan Z. '12 | February 24, 2009
Actually, I think I just made it to Tuesday.
"Things that are awesome"
by Laura N. '09 | February 20, 2009
being published, D-lab, and MISTI. Also cookies. But there are no cookies in this entry.
"To D or not to D?"
by Kim D. '09 | February 17, 2009
MIT's Design Lab is tempting me.
"My schedule"
by Lulu L. '09 | February 16, 2009
.
"Special Edition!"
by Snively '11 | February 14, 2009
Speaking of Valentine's Cards . . .
"MIT Admissions <3"
by Shannon M. '12 | February 14, 2009
Valentine's Day Cards! Welcome to your moments of fame, 13's.
"Six Word Memoirs. Want to Play?"
by Daniel Barkowitz | February 13, 2009
Telling tales in just six words!
"Not a Real Entry"
by Yan Z. '12 | February 10, 2009
I wrote it in the imaginary plane.
"Today"
by Snively '11 | February 09, 2009
Short and sweet.
"25 things and another reason to come to CPW."
by Shannon M. '12 | February 03, 2009
FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS. OH GOD.
"Application Tracking now available"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 28, 2009
You can check the status of your application components now on MyMIT.
"IAP: A Quick Roundup"
by Chris M. '12 | January 27, 2009
Snively and his homepage dominance must be stopped!
"All About Toys"
by Snively '11 | January 25, 2009
And how they rule my life!
"Good Will Mystery Hunting"
by Yan Z. '12 | January 21, 2009
63 hours of puzzle solving: a classic part of the MIT experience
"Today is a Super Important Day"
by Shannon M. '12 | January 20, 2009
This is kind of a big deal.
"I'M BACK!!!!! (and MIT is hard)"
by Chris M. '12 | January 11, 2009
**I've been having computer issues for a few weeks, so this entry was written a while ago, but I've been...
"Guest Blog: From the Life and Times of Cam"
by Yan Z. '12 | January 06, 2009
Tonight's blog entry is brought to you by Cam, a resident of CAMbridge, the owner of a CAMera, and an...
"MIT Regular Action Deadline Extended to January 3 "
by Matt McGann '00 | January 03, 2009
We have extended the RA deadline. Happy Holidays!
"My Guilty Pleasure"
by Kim Hunter '86 | January 01, 2009
or why it's all about "the Hockey."
"Questions? Answers."
by Yan Z. '12 | January 01, 2009
A valiant attempt at creating an entry that fits as many categories as reasonably possible.
"Happy New Year!"
by Mikey Yang '05 | January 01, 2009
And so two thousand nine begins...
"Waxing nostalgic, in a zen kind of way"
by Keri G. '10 | December 31, 2008
I've heard of zen. This is not zen.
"MIT Regular Action Deadline"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 28, 2008
With the deadline approaching and the Office of Admissions closed for the holidays, I'll try to field some questions here.
"This will default to miscellaneous"
by Lulu L. '09 | December 28, 2008
Finishing this blog entry was my biggest accomplishment today
"I am home. Small thanks to the Airlines."
by Kim D. '09 | December 24, 2008
In a surprising turn of events, Christmas travel is Not Much Fun.
"I'm in New York"
by Lulu L. '09 | December 24, 2008
Picturesss on flickrsss
"Mikey's Meta TV Post"
by Mikey Yang '05 | December 24, 2008
...In which you find out about the good, bad, and really bad shows I love to watch.
"In which I am a bad example"
by Keri G. '10 | December 22, 2008
but only for about twelve seconds.
"Well I Know That It's a Wonderful World"
by Chris S. '11 | December 21, 2008
from the sky down to the sea, but I can only see it when you're here, here with me.
"Over here"
by Lulu L. '09 | December 19, 2008
things are different. Life is about the same.
"For EA Deferred Students"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 17, 2008
FAQs for students deferred from Early Action.
"MIT Early Action Admissions Decisions Available Online"
by Decisions | December 15, 2008
Visit decisions.mit.edu to find out your decision.
"Admitted"
by Decisions | December 15, 2008
An open thread for admitted students.
"Deferred"
by Decisions | December 15, 2008
Open thread for deferred students.
"Not Admitted"
by Decisions | December 15, 2008
Open thread for denied students.
"Distractions"
by Paul B. '11 | December 15, 2008
Don't stress out!
"Otra Vez, Como Siempre"
by Chris S. '11 | December 12, 2008
Some J-Pop to cheer you up. =p
"Early Action Decisions"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 10, 2008
Details for retrieving your EA admissions decision on Monday evening.
"A Christmas Hug [UPDATE: New picture!!!]"
by Snively '11 | December 10, 2008
*squeeze*
"Syzygy, basically."
by Lulu L. '09 | December 09, 2008
uh, what?
"EA Update"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 08, 2008
We plan to release Early Action decisions on Monday, 12/15.
"Hosed"
by Laura N. '09 | December 07, 2008
Hosed- adj. Bogged down with work (From the glossary of the 2007-2008 How to Get Around MIT)
"Think Happy Thoughts"
by Kim D. '09 | December 02, 2008
D-Lab Memories >> Graphing With Matlab
"You've got questions, I've got answers"
by Chris M. '12 | November 30, 2008
I know an atomic particle's speed, AND position!!
"Gobble Gobble"
by Snively '11 | November 27, 2008
Geeks with guns
"American culture at its finest: Thanksgiving "
by Laura N. '09 | November 27, 2008
How my family celebrates the holiday. Plus a crash course in U.S. culture for internationals.
"Lost, Hosed & Confused"
by Paul B. '11 | November 25, 2008
I got hacked today.
"15.27182 - Lecture Anatomy 101"
by Chris S. '11 | November 23, 2008
Prereq: None, Units: 1-0-1, Lecture: M EVE (11 PM-midnight) (iHouse), NO FINAL
"Of Orange Juice and Animal Hats."
by Shannon M. '12 | November 22, 2008
How the Flintstones failed me.
"EA Tracking update"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 21, 2008
All EA application mail has been processed; check your MyMIT Tracking.
"Appetizer"
by Snively '11 | November 21, 2008
Prelude to an entry
"The sun is out"
by Lulu L. '09 | November 20, 2008
but why is it so cold outside?
"Two Things"
by Snively '11 | November 19, 2008
Just a quick update
"I've got Mail! And a LAPTOP!"
by Kim D. '09 | November 17, 2008
Why I can breathe again, and the 10 most recent emails in my inbox.
"Anatomy of a Late Night"
by Paul B. '11 | November 17, 2008
There are some problems caffeine can't solve. But only a few.
"We Treat You Nicely"
by Snively '11 | November 13, 2008
VOTE VOTE VOTE!
"Admissions updates"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 12, 2008
...including the state of the mail and EA application tracking.
"Odds and ends and Canada"
by Yan Z. '12 | November 12, 2008
A study break, plus some other highlights of the week
"The MIT What?!?"
by Kim D. '09 | November 10, 2008
The Long and Illustrious History of the MITMB, as far as Kim knows.
"Observations of an MIT Sophomore"
by Paul B. '11 | November 10, 2008
Advice and insight.
"Blogging Scholarship"
by Snively '11 | November 07, 2008
Go out and Vote!
"A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words"
by Snively '11 | November 06, 2008
Therefore, this is a REALLY long entry.
"Woot!"
by Paul B. '11 | November 06, 2008
My t-shirt is funnier than your t-shirt.
"Victoria's Secret Update"
by Snively '11 | November 02, 2008
UPDATE!
"And miles to go before I sleep."
by Kim D. '09 | October 27, 2008
Here we go again.
"Journal of Negative Results, among other things"
by Keri G. '10 | October 27, 2008
Absurdities I encounter while livin' my life.
"Openness "
by Snively '11 | October 26, 2008
This one's serious, no silly link. Read it.
"Choose my Halloween Costume!"
by Laura N. '09 | October 25, 2008
Okay guys, here's the deal...Halloween is quickly approaching, and I have no idea what to dress up as. In fact,...
"What's on my mind"
by Paul B. '11 | October 24, 2008
*insert witty caption here*
"You win some, you lose some."
by Lulu L. '09 | October 23, 2008
day in the life.
"Another fun problem"
by Snively '11 | October 21, 2008
Skip if you don't want to do more physics.
"Where WAS I?"
by Jess K. '10 | October 20, 2008
Honestly? I still don't know.
"What's new and exciting?"
by Yan Z. '12 | October 16, 2008
You get to pick a blog topic! Yes, you! Definitely not me!
"Not my college essay"
by Yan Z. '12 | October 14, 2008
It's Blog Action Day and the topic is poverty.
"Blog Action Day"
by Laura N. '09 | October 14, 2008
Did you ever get the feeling that the Internet is full of nonsense?
"I'm the new 8.012 tutor!"
by Lulu L. '09 | October 14, 2008
blah blah blah
"Internet Nostalgia"
by Chris M. '12 | October 04, 2008
Internostalgia!
"Did you know about this?"
by Lulu L. '09 | September 29, 2008
This is big.
" Dah noo-loo"
by Snively '11 | September 25, 2008
Hey kah ay-ay u-nye
"Fryday on Sunday"
by Yan Z. '12 | September 22, 2008
If you're looking for more apples, do not click this.
"Tale of the Midnight Tool! "
by Chris M. '12 | September 17, 2008
Simulcast in 1337 for our viewers at home!
"Hi, (gasp!) I'm Kim"
by Kim D. '09 | September 17, 2008
Kimd's first post as an admissions blogger!
"Happy constitution day..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | September 17, 2008
"On Sept. 17, 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed by thirty-nine brave men who changed the course of history."
"Things that are hard."
by Shannon M. '12 | September 17, 2008
Though not as hard as this.
"A Day in the Life: Weekend Edition"
by Yan Z. '12 | September 16, 2008
80% more fun and 800% more apples in one serving!
"Replay..."
by Kim Hunter '86 | September 11, 2008
Who says you can't go home again? Or at least go back to school...
"LAST!"
by Chris M. '12 | September 10, 2008
It's the end of the world as we know it!
"First Day of Class"
by Jess K. '10 | September 04, 2008
Sick.
"Hard Reboot"
by Daniel Barkowitz | September 03, 2008
This is the blue screen of death. Abandon all hope, ye who enter here, and just hold down your power button...
"Love is Blinds"
by Jess K. '10 | August 31, 2008
A short, fairly irrelevent entry, as told from the perspective of the 7+ people who saw me buy window blinds this morning
"Blogger selection 2008 results"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 26, 2008
We have completed the selection of this year's bloggers!
"MIT Culture Shock"
by Laura N. '09 | August 21, 2008
So I'm back in the US, and it's weird. The first thing I noticed as I stepped out of Logan...
"Give Me Liberty . . ."
by Snively '11 | August 20, 2008
Or Give Me a Towel!!!
"Speaking in MITese"
by Paul B. '11 | August 19, 2008
A language all our own.
"The Mechanics of Blogging"
by Snively '11 | August 16, 2008
How do I do it?
"Things I've Missed About Home"
by Jess K. '10 | August 16, 2008
My top six.
"Let's Take a Walk"
by Snively '11 | August 13, 2008
"Central Square Dance Party"
by Jess K. '10 | August 12, 2008
You can even play the videos and dance along to them. It'll be like you were there.
"Two New Kittens"
by Lulu L. '09 | August 12, 2008
hundreds of pictures.
"Summer's End"
by Paul B. '11 | August 09, 2008
To everything there is a season.
"Questions about Blogging"
by Paul B. '11 | July 30, 2008
Some friendly advice.
"Selecting the new bloggers!"
by Matt McGann '00 | July 27, 2008
With a new school year approaching, it's time to pick the next set of bloggers.
"Liveblog from Apple Store"
by Snively '11 | July 26, 2008
I copy Paul, 3 hours later.
"Hello, Layover"
by Keri G. '10 | July 25, 2008
I'm stuck in an airport. Ask me things.
"Ben's Final Farewell"
by Paul B. '11 | July 18, 2008
Thank you, Ben Jones.
"Hodge-Podge"
by Snively '11 | July 14, 2008
Random things from a random guy.
"Theme"
by Snively '11 | July 10, 2008
I've been looking at too many de-motivational posters!
"NOOOOO!"
by Snively '11 | July 09, 2008
It's so sad!
"Things That Are 20"
by Jess K. '10 | July 07, 2008
DID YOU KNOW? 1988 was a leap year.
"Early Morning Construction"
by Lulu L. '09 | July 05, 2008
and other bexley woes.
"Building 56"
by Snively '11 | June 30, 2008
It's really boring. You may not even want to bother reading it.
"Run"
by Snively '11 | June 29, 2008
Godspeed
"Summer"
by Snively '11 | June 27, 2008
School's out for it
"An Online Going-Away Card for Ben Jones"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 26, 2008
Today is Ben Jones's last day at MIT. Comment here to wish him the best.
"Best of the Ben Blogs"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 26, 2008
Looking back at Ben's four years on the blogs.
"Transfer Wrap-Up 2008"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 20, 2008
Looking back at MIT Transfer Admissions for entry this coming year.
"Walk around the blogs"
by Paul B. '11 | June 13, 2008
Think of it as summer reading.
"Discovering Yourself"
by Snively '11 | June 13, 2008
A bit more mushy than normal. . . deal.
"New Orientation Blog Site"
by Ben Jones | June 12, 2008
Are you excited?
"Graduation"
by Lulu L. '09 | June 06, 2008
Some commencement pictures.
"Summer & the Coming Commencement"
by Lulu L. '09 | June 04, 2008
stuff and things.
"Ring Committee "
by Snively '11 | May 31, 2008
With a title like that, it has to be good!
"ICIC"
by Karen F. '11 | May 30, 2008
A journey to deliciousness
"Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes"
by Jess K. '10 | May 28, 2008
Time may change me, but I can't trace time..
"Oh the Places You'll Go!"
by Chris S. '11 | May 27, 2008
Did you know Dr. Seuss was a SigEp?
"Neil Gaiman!"
by Karen F. '11 | May 24, 2008
The uncensored version =P
"Neil Gaiman: The Liveblog"
by Paul B. '11 | May 23, 2008
"This is a land of fire and dreams."
"Eleven"
by Karen F. '11 | May 20, 2008
"And the award for 'least creative entry title ever' goes to..."
"Post-finals stress?"
by Laura N. '09 | May 19, 2008
Oh, it happens. Trust me.
"A Look Ahead"
by Paul B. '11 | May 19, 2008
The fight's begun but not yet won.
"Seasons of Spam"
by Chris S. '11 | May 16, 2008
Next up: a Nostalgic entry about my frosh year. After Finals. Maybe.
"The Internet is Weird"
by Laura N. '09 | May 15, 2008
My first attempt at using eBay, or, how I'm trying to profit off of sad news. It's a coping mechanism, okay?
"Big News"
by Ben Jones | May 15, 2008
The next chapter in the life of Ben Jones.
"Boston Marathon '08"
by Jess K. '10 | May 14, 2008
I'm back!
"Disaster Relief"
by Lulu L. '09 | May 13, 2008
.
"Senior Ball 2008"
by Melis A. '08 | May 04, 2008
MIT will even help you find a date
"Decision Day Eve"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 30, 2008
Making your decision by May 1.
"The First Four Days of the Next Four Years (Guest Entry)"
by Bryan O. '07 | April 17, 2008
"STUDY. SLEEP. PARTY….pick two"
"CPW, via Video"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 16, 2008
Experience (or relive) Campus Preview Weekend through online videos.
"MTB Party Pic & TechTV CPW Coverage"
by Ben Jones | April 14, 2008
Some fun ways to remember the weekend...
"72 Hours Later..."
by Chris S. '11 | April 13, 2008
I have the "morning-after" syndrome.
"One of those "big picture" days"
by Melis A. '08 | April 02, 2008
2 hours of inspirational lectures, one from the CDC director and the other from broadcasting legend Tom Brokaw...all while following around the MIT president
"A Fool's Holiday"
by Bryan O. '07 | April 01, 2008
How MIT celebrates April Fool's Day
"Rrrrrrr. CPW! [UPDATE]"
by Snively '11 | April 01, 2008
CPW Smoke. Don't breathe this.
"CPW Registration - Important!"
by Ben Jones | March 31, 2008
If you're planning to attend CPW, please read this entry whether you've already registered or not.
"10 things I love about MIT"
by Melis A. '08 | March 27, 2008
and hopefully you'll learn to love them too.
"Your MIT ID"
by Snively '11 | March 26, 2008
PLASTIC! Shiny plastic, at that!
"Updates And Shannon's Formula"
by Ben Jones | March 26, 2008
Random mid-week fun, and a few small updates for admitted and waitlisted students.
"fine-ann-shul ade lol cat"
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 26, 2008
As usual, I am late to the party... But here goes......
"Dan's / Dan's Evolution"
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 25, 2008
From hibernation to migration...
"Stu Schmill '86 named Dean of Admissions"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 24, 2008
Exciting news!
"Forget that"
by Laura N. '09 | March 20, 2008
Or, "Why I won't be posting next week"
"Updates for the Admitted"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 20, 2008
There's good stuff on your MyMIT portal.
"Pi(e) Day"
by Jess K. '10 | March 18, 2008
Burton 1 celebrates Pi Day as we generally like to celebrate all unofficial nerd holidays - with a sugar high.
"Pie"
by Snively '11 | March 17, 2008
No, not pi.
"How MIT and the Freshmen Admissions Process Helps Me See Clearly"
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 14, 2008
You and I have a cataract.
"Bread at Desk"
by Karen F. '11 | March 14, 2008
This entry brought to you by the letters "Sleep Deprivation."
"Things to do while waiting for decisions on Saturday"
by Keri G. '10 | March 13, 2008
Clicking the "refresh" button repeatedly between now and Saturday afternoon is NOT an option.
"Product Design Lab"
by Snively '11 | March 11, 2008
Wakka wakka wakka
"Whew!"
by Derrick B. '08 | March 10, 2008
A brief interlude before I go back to studying.
"The Sam Survey"
by Jess K. '10 | March 09, 2008
I'M HOSED.
"Decision Diversion"
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 08, 2008
Something to pass the time until decisions are released.
"Debunked"
by Snively '11 | March 02, 2008
I clear things up.
"Just Because It's 2/29"
by Chris S. '11 | February 29, 2008
I apologize that this blog has nothing to do with MIT.
"Fun in NYC Part 1"
by Snively '11 | February 23, 2008
Never be afraid to go straight to the top.
"Fun in NYC Part 2"
by Snively '11 | February 23, 2008
Hold on, this is a long one. Tons of pictures though!
"The Infected"
by Karen F. '11 | February 22, 2008
It's not a zombie outbreak...yet
"The Class of 2010 Ring Premiere"
by Jess K. '10 | February 20, 2008
I bring you the 2010 Ring Premiere, in full living color!
"Dark Side of the Moon"
by Paul B. '11 | February 20, 2008
And everything under the sun is in tune, but the sun is eclipsed by the moon.
"It's Beautiful"
by Lulu L. '09 | February 15, 2008
.
"Guest Entry: Leadership @ MIT"
by Melis A. '08 | February 14, 2008
You can become a leader on the MIT campus. Here's how...
"Happy Valentines Day"
by Snively '11 | February 14, 2008
Guess what today is?
"Barker Engineering Library"
by Snively '11 | February 13, 2008
Where sound goes to die.
"Blogging About Blogging"
by Snively '11 | February 05, 2008
CAPTAIN FAFSA!
"MIT vs. Chuck Norris"
by Bryan Nance | February 05, 2008
Ever wonder how many math and science Chuck Norris jokes exist in cyberspace?
"For love of Baxter"
by Jess K. '10 | January 27, 2008
A story of love, loss, and catnapping on Burton 1, as documented by my cell phone camera.
"Faculty Luncheon for Local* Admitted Students"
by Guest Author | January 21, 2008
*local: from New England or New York, or anyone who just happens to be in the area.
"The Abominable Snowman"
by Melis A. '08 | January 16, 2008
If you can't see the Yeti, make the Yeti.
"The Igs"
by Snively '11 | January 15, 2008
Where Science meets Silly. Hello Silly!
"Sometimes we have fun"
by Derrick B. '08 | January 07, 2008
Pictures, pictures, pictures
"FIRST Robotics Kickoff"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 05, 2008
Things go into Overdrive at a reception at Dean Kamen's house.
"Odds & Ends"
by Ben Jones | January 04, 2008
522 EA admits, Snively, molecular jewelry, and Evan Broder's holiday card - more random than even the dorm.
"My Home"
by Chris S. '11 | January 04, 2008
Warning: Graphics Intensive.
"Deferred Students Update"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 18, 2007
Some Q&A for deferred students.
"Admitted Students Update"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 18, 2007
Class of 2012 guestbook and an update on The Tubes.
"Enigma Gold Star Winners!"
by Bryan Nance | December 17, 2007
Don, tell them what they've won...
"Things To Do While Waiting for Decisions, Part II"
by Jess K. '10 | December 10, 2007
Relax! Take it eee-aaa-sy!
"Noam Chomsky Talk in 26-100"
by Lulu L. '09 | December 04, 2007
i still have to send these pictures to amnesty :P
"SNOW SNOW SNOW!"
by Chris S. '11 | December 03, 2007
And other festivities.
"Snow(y) Day"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 03, 2007
The kind of day when tea or cocoa helps in reading applications.
"An MIT wedding"
by Mollie B. '06 | December 01, 2007
Paper airplanes instead of rice and a reception at a science museum... what's not to like?
"Mechanical Sense of Humor"
by Laura N. '09 | November 29, 2007
My Course 2 lab instructor is amazing.
"An Enigma Wrapped In A Riddle"
by Bryan Nance | November 27, 2007
A prize will go to the first person to unwrap this mystery.
"LOLZ CATS"
by Ben Jones | November 27, 2007
In which he creates one of his own to explain his extended absence.
"Turkeys and babies"
by Jess K. '10 | November 25, 2007
But no baby turkeys.
"Thanksgiving Reflections"
by Chris S. '11 | November 24, 2007
Be thankful.
"The things I do with my Friday afternoon"
by Keri G. '10 | November 09, 2007
Really, though - how could I resist?
"Orgo Halloween"
by Jess K. '10 | October 31, 2007
Every day in organic chemistry is a holiday.
"Blogging Scholarship Conclusion"
by Jess K. '10 | October 27, 2007
Rock the vote!
"Southern California Fires"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 24, 2007
Our thoughts go out to those affected by the wildfires.
"New Kid on the Blogs"
by Paul B. '11 | October 08, 2007
Claim your place. Make your mark. Live your dreams.
"Blogging Scholarship"
by Jess K. '10 | October 08, 2007
I'm a finalist for a blogging scholarship - now I need your help voting.
"Pachyderm Photography"
by Jess K. '10 | October 05, 2007
I'll try to avoid elephant jokes. There might be one or two, though, just for effect.
"Hello, Ma Sheng Li Gong"
by Chris S. '11 | October 02, 2007
A journey of four years begins with a single blog.
"Karen: A Short History"
by Karen F. '11 | September 25, 2007
Finally.
"Two short stories"
by Keri G. '10 | September 24, 2007
My last three weeks in a nutshell.
"I'm still alive"
by Keri G. '10 | September 20, 2007
And I missed entry #2000 by one! Blargh!
"Where In The World Is The Nance Effect?"
by Bryan Nance | September 17, 2007
He returns! He returns! He returns!
"Ritual & Ceremony"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 14, 2007
I'll be out of contact the next two weeks as I celebrate a big event.
"Desired things"
by Lulu L. '09 | September 12, 2007
a youthful aside.
"Blogger Decisions Released"
by Ben Jones | September 07, 2007
Many thanks to all of this year's incredible applicants!
"I'm Shipping Up to Boston"
by Jess K. '10 | August 31, 2007
and I lost my leg! Whoah oh oh..
"Orientation and pre-approval"
by Jess K. '10 | August 22, 2007
In which I relate orientation to getting pre-approved for a credit card in a totally non-obvious way.
"A grab bag filled with a magical camp and the Big Apple"
by Melis A. '08 | August 19, 2007
One month of activities in one entry.
"The Meaning of August"
by Evan B. '10 | August 15, 2007
It's time for classes, moving, colorful dorm rooms, and new bloggers.
"Driving On The Infinite"
by Ben Jones | August 09, 2007
One of my biggest pet peeves is people who do not understand how to drive on the Infinite Corridor.
"New Server"
by Ben Jones | July 30, 2007
As of this afternoon, mitadmissions.org is living on a new (and much faster) server.
"College Shopping List"
by Jess K. '10 | July 26, 2007
Everybody do the shopping cart!
"Comments, UROPs, field trips, and OMG HP7!"
by Laura N. '09 | July 20, 2007
The most awesome blog entry ever. Because...okay it's probably not. But it's all about how cool my summer is. And oh yeah- ZOMG HARRY POTTER COMES OUT TONIGHT!
"Pottermania hits MIT"
by Matt McGann '00 | July 19, 2007
Excitement for the release of Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows.
"07/07/07"
by Jess K. '10 | July 09, 2007
Speaking of numbers: the number seven in particular, brought to you by the birthday of a century.
"It's like a bag of sand!"
by Keri G. '10 | June 29, 2007
I go on a quest to legally obtain music and movies.
"Call For Bloggers"
by Ben Jones | June 26, 2007
As promised, here's an entry that will explain this year's application process for admissions bloggers.
"Gone fishing... in the Dead Sea..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | June 26, 2007
Hey all! So, tomorrow I get on a plane and fly 11 hours across the Atlantic... That's right, I begin...
"Our mother shoulda just named you Laika!"
by Jess K. '10 | June 25, 2007
Come on Alex, you can do it.
"Behind the scenes of Glamour: Part 2"
by Melis A. '08 | June 20, 2007
A recap of three incredible days
"Random Monday Fun @ MIT"
by Ben Jones | June 18, 2007
The title says it all.
"The end of an era"
by Laura N. '09 | June 13, 2007
Veronica Mars was canceled. That, or the seniors left. Interpret the title as you will.
"Checking In"
by Ben Jones | June 13, 2007
A brilliantly exciting recap of the last month.
"Behind the scenes of Glamour: Part 1"
by Melis A. '08 | June 09, 2007
Two MIT students were chosen as Glamour's Top 10 College Women
"Intermission"
by Jess K. '10 | June 07, 2007
Summer job: just kickin' it. And working at Pixar, too.
"Stories of Senioritis"
by Bryan O. '07 | May 31, 2007
How to Procrastinate
"Virginia Tech's Commencement"
by Laurie Everett | May 31, 2007
As Virginia Tech held its Commencement recently, the media once again started using the "c" word, "closure", the all too...
"Trans-Consciousness Messaging Protocol!"
by Keri G. '10 | May 28, 2007
Of course I can't resist. Who do you think I am?!
"Time Out"
by Jess K. '10 | May 27, 2007
I attempt to top Emo Walt Whitman, even though I'm only taking a brief reprieve from MIT. I think I fail.
"Slow down, fast train."
by Sam M. '07 | May 26, 2007
Take me with you!
"Finals"
by Lulu L. '09 | May 23, 2007
finals finals finalsfinals.
"Quick hello from Albuquerque"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 17, 2007
I'm in New Mexico for ISEF.
"The Final Countdown"
by Jess K. '10 | May 16, 2007
Duh nuh nuh, nuh... duh nuh nuhnuhnuh..
"The best way to kill zombies..."
by Laura N. '09 | May 15, 2007
is by shooting them in the head....they can't eat you if you make them dead. Sorry, Sam got it stuck in my head...Plus I love zombies.
"MIT ISEF Reception"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 12, 2007
MIT will be present at the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair in Albuquerque this week.
"In the South for prospective students; in the mail for incoming students"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 09, 2007
Travel & email.
"Message From Ben And Matt"
by Ben Jones | April 26, 2007
...regarding the recent news of Marilee's resignation.
"...More CPW"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 18, 2007
The last of my photos from the weekend.
"Our thoughts go out to Virginia Tech."
by Matt McGann '00 | April 17, 2007
All of us here are quite saddened by the shooting at Virginia Tech. I don't know what to say. Today,...
"Gravity Rides Everything"
by Keri G. '10 | April 17, 2007
We are gathered here today to allude to rapidly accelerating bouncy balls and The Moon and Antarctica.
"CPW Friday liveblog"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 13, 2007
Let's see how long I can keep this up...
"CPW Thursday liveblog"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 12, 2007
Updated whenever I get a chance.
"Samuel Maurer's Day Off"
by Sam M. '07 | April 12, 2007
MIT moves pretty fast.
"That's where you'll find me"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 11, 2007
Where troubles melt like lemondrops, Away above the chimney tops... my CPW schedule.
"More Updates from Cambridge"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 10, 2007
It's CPW 24/7 here. We can't wait to see you.
"I'm going to be on the radio -- Thursday 6:00 WMBR"
by Daniel Barkowitz | April 09, 2007
Find me on your radio dial, this Thursday at 6:00 pm.
"Wanna be on the Radio? (Update)"
by Bryan O. '07 | April 09, 2007
CPW: T Minus 4 Days
"Some CPW Thoughts"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 08, 2007
The latest on CPW planning from the Admissions Office.
"Wanna be on the Radio?"
by Bryan O. '07 | April 07, 2007
Your name in lights.
"Admitted Students Parties Update"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 31, 2007
Stories from the parties today; more stories, and questions answered, tomorrow.
"CPW Registration Browser Issues"
by Ben Jones | March 30, 2007
Firefox isn't playing nicely with MyMIT...
"Spring Break post"
by Jessie L. '07 | March 29, 2007
Hi, readers. Congrats to those of you who got in. I remember when I got in. It was my first...
"Brain Dump"
by Ben Jones | March 28, 2007
News and updates for admitted students from the last few weeks, in no particular order...
"Hey, Miami area frosh!"
by Keri G. '10 | March 27, 2007
I'm gonna meet you!
"News bites from the Institvte"
by Melis A. '08 | March 26, 2007
A taste of what's happening around campus.
"Admitted Students Parties"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 24, 2007
Go to one in a town near you, and send in your pictures/reviews.
"Spoiled Milk"
by Jess K. '10 | March 24, 2007
I wrote an entry so long overdue my milk has spoiled in the process. So much for cereal.
"Admitted"
by Ben Jones | March 17, 2007
A forum for students who were admitted.
"Waitlisted"
by Ben Jones | March 17, 2007
A forum for students who were waitlisted.
"Not Admitted"
by Ben Jones | March 17, 2007
A forum for students who were not admitted.
"This one goes out to the parents"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 15, 2007
It's been a while since I've written specifically for you.
"I'll bet you got waylaid!"
by Sam M. '07 | February 25, 2007
Wherein Portland, Oregon rocks my face.
"Some Megaphone, Pressed Against An Insect's Brain"
by Sam M. '07 | February 21, 2007
That is what this blog entry resembles.
"Math Fun (updated)"
by Daniel Barkowitz | February 20, 2007
From this week's entry on NPR's Sunday Puzzler, and something to while away the time while you are awaiting your...
"Maybe I'm Amazed"
by Sam M. '07 | February 19, 2007
...but not until Season 13, at least.
"Happy Year of the Pig"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 18, 2007
Photoshop fun for the lunar new year.
"Pictures that don't belong anywhere else - Part I"
by Lulu L. '09 | February 17, 2007
because i'm a slackslackslackball.
"Mad scientist?"
by Melis A. '08 | February 15, 2007
“Everybody's a mad scientist, and life is their lab. We're all trying to experiment to find a way to live, to solve problems, to fend off madness and chaos.”- David Cronenberg
"Show your creativity: the Year of the Pig"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 13, 2007
While we continue reading applications full time, another mini-contest.
"Laundry Lists"
by Keri G. '10 | February 08, 2007
And other things. Okay, so just the list.
"Guessing game results"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 06, 2007
MIT's student newspaper publishes the number of freshman applications.
"Numbers, Perfect and Imperfect"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 04, 2007
Math geeking, and a guessing game.
"squeeeeeeeeee!"
by Bryan O. '07 | February 01, 2007
real blog entry later today.
"Browser Wars"
by Laura N. '09 | January 27, 2007
Hee. The title makes me think of Super Mario Bros. Oh how I miss my Nintendo.
"For pi are cubed."
by Sam M. '07 | January 25, 2007
There can only be one winner.
"Where Have I Been?"
by Ben Jones | January 23, 2007
Oh, what a bad blogger I have been.
"Ah, TV..."
by Bryan Nance | January 23, 2007
A super-sized value meal for the mind, not the body.
"OMG SNOW"
by Jess K. '10 | January 23, 2007
Well, FINALLY!
"Tales from the application process"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 21, 2007
Results from the 'mini-contest.'
"Mid-January Updates"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 18, 2007
The latest from Cambridge.
"And I am telling you I'm going"
by Sam M. '07 | January 14, 2007
And you, and you, and you, you're gonna love me.
"Oh Sam"
by Laura N. '09 | January 10, 2007
Guess what? Ben's mom. Ha!
"I'm in Lusaka, baby, so why don't you blog me?"
by Mitra L. '07 | January 10, 2007
I told Sam to blog this entry since I'm in Zambia (that explains the title).
"Random notes"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 09, 2007
A little bit of this, a little bit of that.
"Mini-contest: Your Application Reflections"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 04, 2007
I'd like to share your application experiences.
"Funny pictures of me"
by Laura N. '09 | January 03, 2007
I wear a New Year's party hat. That's funny, right?
"'Twas the night before Christmas"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 24, 2006
Happy holidays to everyone!
"Adventures in Logan Airport"
by Keri G. '10 | December 23, 2006
In which I attempt to fly back to Florida. Written during a too-long wait in an uncomfortable airport chair.
"Time and change"
by Jessie L. '07 | December 23, 2006
Term's over. Almost. I've always felt that term wasn't truly over until all of my grades were in, and I'm...
"The Promise of Ending"
by Sam M. '07 | December 22, 2006
...is labor and sharing and loving.
"Back in Time"
by Jess K. '10 | December 22, 2006
I change my clock back three hours and read headlines on the magazine of the woman sitting next to me, i.e. "Brad and Angie: MORE BABIES"
"Somewhat Random"
by Bryan O. '07 | December 21, 2006
A little news bite.
"Happy Holidays!"
by Ben Jones | December 21, 2006
Pictures from our recent holiday party.
"New ZigZag and more"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 19, 2006
A new episode of MIT's video podcast, and Susan Hockfield speaks out on energy research.
"21st Century Education?"
by Bryan O. '07 | December 17, 2006
Food for thought.
"More For Admitted Students"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 11, 2006
The Class of 2011 directory.
"Open Thread: Admitted"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 09, 2006
An open thread for admitted students.
"Open Thread: Deferred"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 09, 2006
An open thread for deferred students.
"Guest Entry: Christina Bognet"
by Jess K. '10 | December 08, 2006
Supplemental materials to help you through the next few days.
"High Stakes"
by Anthony R. '09 | December 07, 2006
Because it’s you who makes you.
"While You Wait..."
by Ben Jones | December 05, 2006
Like robotics? Like the Rubik's Cube?
"Return of the Frog Queen"
by Sam M. '07 | December 05, 2006
Okay, it snowed this morning, end of story.
"We Brought Something?"
by Keri G. '10 | December 04, 2006
Um, no. No, we didn't.
"We're Bringing What Back?"
by Jess K. '10 | December 04, 2006
I don't think so.
"Update from selection"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 02, 2006
We're working through the weekend towards admitting the Class of 2011.
"Things to Do While Waiting for Decisions"
by Jess K. '10 | December 02, 2006
Like elevator music, except without the awkwardness of standing next to a stranger whose priorities obviously do not include showering.
"Edmund's New Toy"
by Mitra L. '07 | November 28, 2006
Guitarring starring eJones
"Weather Sensitive"
by Keri G. '10 | November 27, 2006
I know you think that I don't care, but I really do.
"Happy Thanksgiving!"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 23, 2006
Holiday wishes and fun stuff.
"The Case of the Disappearing Admissions Officers"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 22, 2006
Where have the Admissions Officers been lately?
"Conditioner For My Face"
by Jess K. '10 | November 18, 2006
"The dot product is the solution to all the problems of the universe. Even the Federal Budget."
"Think YOUR research is crazy?"
by Melis A. '08 | November 14, 2006
Why doesn't spaghetti break in half? There is an answer, because someone has dedicated their life to figure it out...
"Some Time in New York City"
by Sam M. '07 | November 12, 2006
I'm not much of a man by the light of day, but by night I'm one heck of a chemist.
"Photographic evidence"
by Laura N. '09 | November 10, 2006
Warning: trig ahead.
"The only living boy in New York"
by Sam M. '07 | November 07, 2006
I get all the news I need from The Colbert Report.
"Everybody LOVES a math joke"
by Melis A. '08 | November 06, 2006
Math jokes for a Monday chuckle!
"The Bicycle Diaries"
by Jess K. '10 | November 04, 2006
Like the motorcycle ones, except far less artsy and with a serious lack of Gael García Bernal.
"Hi, I'm Lulu"
by Lulu L. '09 | October 23, 2006
...a different kind of blogger; I take pictures.
"The Latest Updates"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 20, 2006
Updates about MyMIT and the EA interview deadline.
"MyMIT Status"
by Ben Jones | October 19, 2006
Deadline to schedule interview for EA applicants extended.
"Television Show Decisions"
by Ben Jones | October 19, 2006
Three hours is about as much time as I'm willing to waste on television each week. How to choose?
"Videos and photos and more"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 08, 2006
Lots of cool coverage of MIT stuff from sites, blogs, and vlogs across the web.
"Hip-Pop - Konnecting Souls"
by Mitra L. '07 | October 04, 2006
Part of the MIT series "Hip-Pop in French: Contemporary Theater, Film, Dance, Comics and Graphic Arts"
"Retreat! Retreat!"
by Melis A. '08 | October 01, 2006
24 wonderful hours of sister-time in the MIT mansion!
"Mnemonic Contest Winner"
by Bryan O. '07 | September 23, 2006
Congratulations, Shawn!
"The Contest Continues"
by Bryan O. '07 | September 20, 2006
Contest wrapup.
"Constitution Day (take two)"
by Daniel Barkowitz | September 18, 2006
Today is Constitution Day, the day where any institution receiving Federal funding is asked to celebrate the establishment and continuing...
"The Birth Of My Third Child"
by Ben Jones | September 14, 2006
The new admissions web site finally launches! Report any bugs here.
"Photo of the Day - Installment #1"
by Bryan O. '07 | September 07, 2006
Photo of the day #1
"I'm Back!"
by Laura N. '09 | September 06, 2006
No, I was not abducted by aliens. I was abducted by field hockey, which currently owns my life. And I...
"A Financial Aid Director Reviews "Accepted""
by Daniel Barkowitz | September 05, 2006
In which I reveal my passion for cheesy teen movies.
"So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, adieu"
by Mollie B. '06 | September 04, 2006
To you, and you, and you and you and you.
"RA Blogger Applications Due Wednesday 9/6 At Noon"
by Ben Jones | September 04, 2006
Extended deadline...
"Two quick items from the web"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 03, 2006
Anthropology of War and Peace, and a ton of snow at Chi Phi.
"FREE FOOD!"
by Jess K. '10 | September 02, 2006
FREE FOOD! EVERYWHERE!! AM I YELLING??
"Don't Dump"
by Bryan O. '07 | September 02, 2006
I got stopped by the police.
"The Kim Affair"
by Jess K. '10 | September 01, 2006
It's been fun, guys.
"Heading back up"
by Melis A. '08 | September 01, 2006
Goodbye Maryland, hello Boston!
"Photo Contest, Round 2"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 31, 2006
The Boston skyline at night.
"And I realize I'm going home"
by Sam M. '07 | August 31, 2006
Cards for sorrow, cards for pain, cards for my last blog entry from Germany.
"ZigZag Episode 9"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 29, 2006
ZigZag presents the Vehicle Design Summit and more.
"Bermuda, Jaimaica, oooh I want to take you to..."
by Melis A. '08 | August 29, 2006
One week of fun in the Dominican Republic
"Everything's coming up Milhouse!"
by Sam M. '07 | August 28, 2006
This one goes out to the Class of 2010. Fire!
"Back to Boston"
by Mitra L. '07 | August 27, 2006
Recommended Orientation events
"Photo Contest, Round 1"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 25, 2006
The first winning entry in the photo contest. What a view!
"Redefinitions"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 25, 2006
Name the planet contest REDUX.
"The best picture we took in Paris"
by Sam M. '07 | August 25, 2006
Slightly delayed for some slightly successful attempts at photo editing.
"Pre-Orientation Begins"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 24, 2006
Pre-Orientation and a mini-contest!
"The second-best picture we took in Paris"
by Sam M. '07 | August 22, 2006
This entry is dedicated to Regis Philbin.
"Time Difference"
by Jess K. '10 | August 21, 2006
Written at 36,781 feet over Des Moines.
"Gee, my life's a funny thing"
by Sam M. '07 | August 21, 2006
Remembering the bills I have to pay, or even yesterday.
"Biking the bridge"
by Mitra L. '07 | August 20, 2006
I biked across the Golden Gate bridge to Sausalito
"Summer Lovin'"
by Jess K. '10 | August 20, 2006
Had me a blast. Or, the last post I'll write from home!
"Want a bike?"
by Melis A. '08 | August 19, 2006
Get a fairly decent bike at the Next House bike auction
"We open in Venice"
by Sam M. '07 | August 18, 2006
We next play Firenze, then on to Pisa (lots of laughs in Pisa), our next jump in Roma... and then back to Germany.
"A Preview Of My Summer Project"
by Ben Jones | August 17, 2006
Screenshots of the new admissions site.
"MVEMJSUNP"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 17, 2006
A contest!
"Where are you going, where have you been?"
by Sam M. '07 | August 17, 2006
The answer is "to a fast food restaurant to blog; to four countries in one day."
"I Love Math"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 16, 2006
Snakes on a plane!
"Of Crabs and Careers"
by Daniel Barkowitz | August 14, 2006
Designed to drive Mollie absolutely crazy!!!
"From across the Web..."
by Matt McGann '00 | August 12, 2006
Recent happenings across the Web.
"The Rapids"
by Laura N. '09 | August 12, 2006
My last day at work was bittersweet. And if there's one thing I've learned from my year as a blogger, it's to take pictures. So I did.
"Where is the banana..."
by Jess K. '10 | August 11, 2006
...and why is that man chartreuse?
"Turkey vs. Spam sells out"
by Sam M. '07 | August 10, 2006
The most valuable blog entry of all time.
"Meta"
by Jessie L. '07 | August 10, 2006
This entry is kind of inspired by an entry that Anthony wrote. Yes, I realize that he wrote it a...
"Who's that new kid?"
by Jess K. '10 | August 10, 2006
ANOTHER one?? Are you KIDDING me?! She doesn't even fit on the page!
"Return of the Nance Effect"
by Bryan Nance | August 09, 2006
The Summer Update Edition!
"Swiss Miss"
by Sam M. '07 | August 09, 2006
"The archangel Michael descends riding a triceratops."
"EA Blogger Application Decisions"
by Ben Jones | August 08, 2006
The results are in.
"+1 for MIT"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 07, 2006
MIT scores again!
"The best Metro station ever"
by Melis A. '08 | August 06, 2006
The Metro does it best.
"Teatro ZinZanni"
by Mitra L. '07 | August 05, 2006
Another trip to the circus -- is my boss trying to imply something?!
"Pictures of me"
by Jessie L. '07 | August 04, 2006
One of the requested entries a while back was for me to post some pictures of myself. I don't have...
"FREE FOOD!!!"
by Daniel Barkowitz | August 02, 2006
FREE FOOD!! AT ANNA'S! AM I YELLING?
"College must-haves"
by Melis A. '08 | August 02, 2006
My advice on what to get for college!
"Happy 25th Birthday MTV!"
by Daniel Barkowitz | August 01, 2006
MTV turns 25! Happy Birthday!
"Double legacy"
by Mollie B. '06 | August 01, 2006
...what my kids will be, since I'm marrying somebody from MIT!
"Look as good you will not"
by Sam M. '07 | August 01, 2006
Some summer reading for the nerds out there. Which means all of you.
"I Am Not As Lame As I Appear"
by Ben Jones | July 31, 2006
I've just been feverishly at work on the new website...
"Round here we stay up very, very late"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 30, 2006
Vignettes on my last day at lab, the Counting Crows, grad school, and pets.
"I'm All About the "Thumpa Thumpa" or Opening Pandora's Music Box"
by Daniel Barkowitz | July 27, 2006
I opened up Pandora's Box -- or How I Learned to Love the "Thumpa Thumpa"
"Turkey vs. Spam's Hair"
by Sam M. '07 | July 27, 2006
Two parables of personal hygiene.
"I Wish I Was an Astronaut"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 27, 2006
I was a nerd even back in 3rd grade.
"Re-introduction"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 26, 2006
A summary, for those of you just tuning in.
""It was twenty years ago today... Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play...""
by Daniel Barkowitz | July 25, 2006
My wife recently had her 20 year high school reunion, and I went along with her.
"Just some potpourri"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 22, 2006
Zoo! New computer! Cooking! Books! Spine-crushingly tedious work at the lab!
"Summer reading: "The Language of God""
by Melis A. '08 | July 22, 2006
Consider adding "The Language of God" to your summer reading list!
"Once upon a time"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 19, 2006
Who I was in high school.
"Wahoo! MIT takes over Doonesbury!"
by Melis A. '08 | July 19, 2006
Alex Doonesbury is coming to a campus near you.
"Uh Oh"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 19, 2006
Joke: What do you get if you divide the circumference of a bowl of ice cream by its diameter?
"SF AIDS Walk - Part II"
by Mitra L. '07 | July 17, 2006
I, along with 25,000 other people, found myself in Golden Gate Park yesterday for the 20th annual AIDS Walk...
"Rosalind Franklin and Kent State"
by Laura N. '09 | July 16, 2006
Two more short book reviews and some news of my summer not (directly) relating to lifeguarding.
"So You Wanna Be A Blogger?"
by Ben Jones | July 12, 2006
The post that (hopefully) answers all of your questions about the selection process for admissions blogging in the coming cycle.
"AIDS Walk San Francisco"
by Mitra L. '07 | July 11, 2006
Shameless solicitation -- join the fun
"Wir fahren nach Berlin!"
by Sam M. '07 | July 11, 2006
Bullet holes in the cemetery walls, plus Liv Tyler.
"Back From Vacation"
by Ben Jones | July 10, 2006
A week of total relaxation didn't stop me from thinking about MIT constantly.
"World Cup Finals"
by Mitra L. '07 | July 10, 2006
A story from a few years ago: During the 1994 World Cup, I lived in Somerset County, New Jersey, where...
"The LiveJournal Survey"
by Ben Jones | July 09, 2006
Mid-summer frivolity, part three.
"The Unfolding of Language"
by Laura N. '09 | July 09, 2006
Your high school English teacher may hate it, but "gonna" really is a word.
"The MySpace Survey"
by Ben Jones | July 08, 2006
Mid-summer frivolity, part two.
"Ponderings of a lifeguard"
by Laura N. '09 | July 07, 2006
Why are white water rapids white?
"The Xanga Survey"
by Ben Jones | July 07, 2006
Mid-summer frivolity, part one.
"Yes, I am still alive"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 06, 2006
My fourth of July in America's hometown
"Happy 4th of July!"
by Melis A. '08 | July 04, 2006
Glorious red, white, and blue
"What do you want to hear about?"
by Jessie L. '07 | July 03, 2006
I would like to post more entries this summer, but this is an MIT blog and I'm in Switzerland. I...
"Recipe for Fun"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 02, 2006
Learning how to cook is as easy as 1..2..3!
"Cellular neurobiology"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 01, 2006
The more syllables it has, the cooler it is
"May 4, 2007"
by Bryan O. '07 | June 27, 2006
Spider-man, Spider-man,
Does whatever a spider can,
Spins a web, any size,
Catches thieves, just like flies,
Look out! Here comes the Spider-man!
"Circus School"
by Mitra L. '07 | June 24, 2006
Mitra flies like a trapeze artist; fruit flies like a peach.
"Like a Polaroid Picture"
by Sam M. '07 | June 23, 2006
My alleged lack of football fandom triggers an epiphany.
"PrimeShooter"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 22, 2006
An addictive factoring game.
"I'm not swollen anymore!"
by Anthony R. '09 | June 21, 2006
Okay, so I agree that it's been far too long since my last update. I've been dealing with work issues,...
"Accidents Happen"
by Bryan O. '07 | June 19, 2006
My mom was right.
"Perfect weekend"
by Mollie B. '06 | June 18, 2006
Sun, fun, and Plymouth Rock.
"World Cup Challenge Results"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 16, 2006
The answers and winners of the World CUp Challenge of MIT international admissions.
"Ecosystems And Web Sites"
by Ben Jones | June 15, 2006
A science question & general check-in.
"Give the girl what she wants"
by Laura N. '09 | June 14, 2006
Ruth '07 wants pictures, she can have them.
"World Cup Challenge"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 13, 2006
A little admissions fun during the World Cup.
"Always A Toys 'R Us Kid"
by Bryan O. '07 | June 12, 2006
Poll: Who was your favorite superhero?
"Answering some questions"
by Mollie B. '06 | June 09, 2006
The entry on commencement was just getting unwieldly.
"Thoughts On Global Leadership"
by Ben Jones | June 07, 2006
Susan Hockfield + others quoted in Newsweek on the topic.
"Hooked on a Feeling"
by Sam M. '07 | June 06, 2006
High on believing everyone's in love with me.
"Back in MD"
by Melis A. '08 | June 05, 2006
Summary of the end of the year, and a look ahead to the summer.
"Senior Week"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 04, 2006
The beginning of the final week for MIT's Seniors.
"Vindicated!"
by Bryan O. '07 | May 31, 2006
And the summer of FREEdom begins. (Pictures added)
"End of May updates"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 31, 2006
More waitlist admits, no ARML, Bollywood in Boston, technical theater at MIT.
"Marking time"
by Mollie B. '06 | May 30, 2006
Somewhere between the end of classes and graduation...
"Update from Kentucky"
by Jessie L. '07 | May 30, 2006
This entry doesn't have much content, it's just a placeholder while I come up with real things to write. In...
"Far and Away"
by Sam M. '07 | May 29, 2006
I was going to get philosophical, but then I thought about Hugh Jackman.
"Roadtrip!"
by Bryan O. '07 | May 27, 2006
Spontaneity is my middle name.
"In a little while, I'll be gone"
by Sam M. '07 | May 27, 2006
This is not a blog entry. I'm not here, this isn't happening.
"Varsity Blogging"
by Ben Jones | May 26, 2006
As mentioned in a previous entry, I made some end-of-year presents for my bloggers - but I couldn't show you a picture until they'd been distributed.
"Quick updates"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 25, 2006
Miscellaneous Admissions Office updates.
"May 25, 2006"
by Anthony R. '09 | May 25, 2006
Today marks my ten-year anniversary of train travel. I also just finished my first year of college. Time doesn't fly....
"American Idol?"
by Melis A. '08 | May 23, 2006
What's going on with American Idol?
"More Doonesbury"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 23, 2006
Follow-up on Alex Doonesbury's college choice.
"Nike+iPod"
by Mitra L. '07 | May 23, 2006
read entry & vote at the end
"#9 Dream"
by Sam M. '07 | May 21, 2006
Ah, bowakawa, pousse pousse! Ah, bowakawa, pousse pousse!
"14.64"
by Mitra L. '07 | May 21, 2006
Sorry, final tomorrow. Will update soon. Anonymous asks, "how bad can you do freshman year without getting asked/forced to take...
"nothing special"
by Anthony R. '09 | May 21, 2006
Everyone is up late this weekend studying for finals. I'm immersing myself in math, but I think I now deserve...
"Productive, yes. Appropriately productive, no."
by Mollie B. '06 | May 21, 2006
You would think that my activities the weekend before finals might include studying.
"ZigZag Episode 5"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 20, 2006
MIT's podcast has a new episode.
"An American Idol Math Question"
by Ben Jones | May 19, 2006
You guys are all good in math; help me out with this one.
"Excitement On The Road"
by Ben Jones | May 18, 2006
Adventures in the Princeton Hospital ER.
"Yet Another MIT 2010?"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 17, 2006
Alex Doonesbury needs to choose a college.
"Cancel all operations"
by Sam M. '07 | May 16, 2006
Tell your friends to cool it, my cover's blown.
"That Lovely Pre-Finals Period"
by Anthony R. '09 | May 10, 2006
I just presented some intercultural communication challenges in the IBM/Lenovo merger for class. It was a team project on mergers...
"Lots of questions today!"
by Mollie B. '06 | May 09, 2006
Lots of answers, too.
"Is It Possible To Respect A Racist Film?"
by Bryan Nance | May 08, 2006
We must learn to embrace the opportunities to confront ourselves by confronting others.
"Next Big Mailing is out"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 05, 2006
Choosing your email address, and more.
"Quick updates"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 04, 2006
A post about not having any news (yet).
"Bicycle Race"
by Sam M. '07 | May 04, 2006
More things happen, and I pretend that I've read your comments.
"MIT ISEF Reception"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 03, 2006
MIT will host a reception at ISEF in Indianapolis.
"Senioritis"
by Mollie B. '06 | May 02, 2006
We'd fight for a cure if we weren't so lazy.
"Class of 2010 Roll Call"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 01, 2006
It's May 1st -- welcome to MIT!
"Goodbye, Hope to See You Again"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 01, 2006
For those moving on today...
"Thursday"
by Mitra L. '07 | April 27, 2006
Sorry, things have been hectic lately, plus my knees really hurt. Tomorrow: 10:00-4:00 -- Earth Day 10:30-12:00 -- 14.64: Labor...
"Collective Apprehension"
by Laura N. '09 | April 23, 2006
Seems like my last entry freaked everyone out. No worries guys! You can do it! Read on for my responses to many nervous commenters.
"You oughta know"
by Mollie B. '06 | April 22, 2006
Answers to many, many questions.
"My Long-Overdue CPW Recap"
by Ben Jones | April 21, 2006
Better late than never!
"I Tried to Ford the River"
by Bryan O. '07 | April 19, 2006
Are you even old enough to remember this?
"Back From Vacation"
by Ben Jones | April 18, 2006
Tales of swing sets and answers to the various questions in my inbox.
"Sneak Preview"
by Mitra L. '07 | April 15, 2006
Coming soon: An entry on The Tech Nomads But first: 26.2 miles of awesomeness Interseting story: My mom was seated...
"Weekend Update"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 14, 2006
A couple FAQs and others tidbits.
"The Onion article about Robot Hazing at MIT"
by Melis A. '08 | April 14, 2006
Robot hazing at MIT *gasp!*
"Juniors: Sign up for SAT Subject Tests"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 13, 2006
SAT Subject Test registration deadline is April 28.
"Adventures in Italy, Part 2"
by Bryan O. '07 | April 13, 2006
Tales from Rome, Take Two
"CPW Wrapup"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 11, 2006
Final thoughts on Campus Preview Weekend 2006.
"Summary of CPW 2006"
by Melis A. '08 | April 11, 2006
CPW 2006
"CPW Day 3"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 09, 2006
Campus Preview Weekend day 3 photos.
"CPW Day 2"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 08, 2006
Photos and more from Campus Preview Weekend.
"CPW 2006 Day 1"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 07, 2006
Campus Preview Weekend has begun! [photos]
"CPW 4 U"
by Sam M. '07 | April 06, 2006
What you should do at CPW, assuming you like exactly the same things that I do.
"Campus Preview Weekend"
by Melis A. '08 | April 06, 2006
CPW IS ABOUT TO BEGIN and it's going to be AWESOME. It snowed today...but the snow is now safely out...
"Adventures in Italy, Part 1"
by Bryan O. '07 | April 05, 2006
Chi, chi, chinotto
"Questions & Coca-Cola Check-in"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 05, 2006
Last-minute questions, and Coca-Cola Scholars check-in.
"CPW-related whatsits"
by Mollie B. '06 | April 05, 2006
Just some things you might want to know before you arrive tomorrow!
"Holy Cow"
by Mitra L. '07 | April 04, 2006
No birthday card can beat this.
"Mitra, it's your birthday."
by Sam M. '07 | April 04, 2006
Happy birthday, Mitra!
"Since I Been Gone"
by Mitra L. '07 | April 03, 2006
Running and nice weather -- and no school
"This is just a tribute"
by Mollie B. '06 | April 02, 2006
I wrote a really long, funny entry. And then my browser window reloaded.
"Your CPW Host"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 02, 2006
The host assignment meeting was tonight.
"Preparing for CPW"
by Anthony R. '09 | April 01, 2006
Campus Preview Weekend is fast approaching, and I'm sure many of you admitted folks are excited! I just got...
"Since U Been Gone"
by Sam M. '07 | April 01, 2006
While I was out, the world changed. (UPDATED)
"Odds & Evens & Ends"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 31, 2006
Notes on CPW, Veronica Mars, and more.
"Answering your questions"
by Jessie L. '07 | March 31, 2006
You've got questions. I've got answers. Anonymous asks: "Why is it necessary for girls wanting to stay in all-girls dorms...
"Campus Preview Weekend"
by Ben Jones | March 30, 2006
...begins a week from today!
"Home sweet violet capital of Ohio"
by Mollie B. '06 | March 29, 2006
We didn't see a stuffed whale, but we did see a bunch of primates. Nonhuman primates.
"Crazy Day"
by Mitra L. '07 | March 29, 2006
Two of my friends from UCLA are visiting, and we have had a busy first day. They both flew in...
"Google Maps is NOT the best."
by Sam M. '07 | March 27, 2006
But everything else seems to be right.
"Bryan is alive and in Rome"
by Bryan O. '07 | March 27, 2006
Day One In Rome
"Admitted Updates"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 27, 2006
CPW, admitted students parties, the "telethon," and financial aid.
"Rome!"
by Bryan O. '07 | March 25, 2006
Gelato, Saint Peter's Basilica, and Vespas for an entire week.
"Super Adventure Club"
by Sam M. '07 | March 25, 2006
In a little while, I'll be gone.
"Admitted Students Parties"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 24, 2006
MIT alumni-hosted parties in your area.
"Congratulations! You got the job."
by Laura N. '09 | March 24, 2006
You start in 6 months.
"Admitted Students: MyMIT Updated"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 23, 2006
Important and cool new information on MyMIT: check it out now.
"Spring Break!"
by Bryan O. '07 | March 23, 2006
A little guessing game.
"The question thread"
by Jessie L. '07 | March 19, 2006
Hi guys, I gather that you either have gotten or are soon getting your decision letters from MIT. I'm sure...
"Admitted!"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 18, 2006
Welcome to the Class of 2010! Feel free to use this post's comments space to introduce yourselves to your future...
"Not admitted"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 18, 2006
This year was the most competitive ever for MIT admissions. Admitting fewer than 13% of applicants means we had to...
"Waitlisted"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 18, 2006
In the near future, we'll have some advice here on the blogs about being waitlisted. In the meantime, feel free...
"Admissions Decisions"
by Mitra L. '07 | March 18, 2006
We've come to the time of year when many of you readers will find out whether you've been admitted to...
"The Moment of Truth"
by Laura N. '09 | March 18, 2006
Decisions are in the mail and ready to be viewed online. I'm really excited myself, and I've known my decision...
"Poaching Imagination"
by Anthony R. '09 | March 18, 2006
Just a few more hours.
"Cross-Cultural Conference"
by Mitra L. '07 | March 17, 2006
I'm going on a cross-cultural conference/retreat tomorrow. 2006 is the first year they're holding this event, so I really have...
"Don't Worry, Be Happy"
by Bryan O. '07 | March 17, 2006
A few words of advice.
"Decisions are in the mail"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 17, 2006
Decision letters are in the mail.
"I AM SO BUSY"
by Anthony R. '09 | March 17, 2006
But I still went downtown to fetch a fresh fruit eclair. (Sorry for shouting.) Someone asked what I'm doing for...
"Antici"
by Sam M. '07 | March 17, 2006
A long time ago in a suburb far away...
"Mailing Tomorrow; Yo-Yo Tonight"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 16, 2006
Verify your MyMIT username and password.
"Academic Marathon"
by Laura N. '09 | March 15, 2006
If Mollie's boyfriend can complain, so can I.
"The Ides of March"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 15, 2006
No longer MIA.
"Ides of March"
by Sam M. '07 | March 15, 2006
Among other things, I now have the power to kill Macbeth.
"Happy Pi Day"
by Mitra L. '07 | March 14, 2006
Two groups are hosting pi celebrations: This **Tuesday, 3/14, at 6pm in room 2-102** the UMA (undergraduate math association) will...
"Happy Pi Day!"
by Bryan O. '07 | March 14, 2006
3.1415926535...
"Pervnert"
by Sam M. '07 | March 13, 2006
This entry is not suitable for children under 7 or finite-volume, compressible vapors.
"Etiquette Workshop: The Keys to Painless Networking"
by Melis A. '08 | March 12, 2006
Jodi Smith taught the UPOPers the keys to painless networking!
"Spring cleaning and miscellany"
by Mollie B. '06 | March 12, 2006
The Brass Rat club, sending 4-inch heels to Goodwill, and picking a new food-providing graduate resident for my entry.
"My Second... Fifth Week?"
by Anthony R. '09 | March 12, 2006
Okay, so it's been inexcusably long since I last wrote here. This is probably a good indicator of how busy...
"Maybe later"
by Laura N. '09 | March 11, 2006
I was going to spend a couple of hours today formatting the many amazing pictures from last weekend and writing...
"The Parafilm Effect"
by Sam M. '07 | March 10, 2006
The center cannot hold... unless you stick it together with Parafilm.
"The Role Of A Teacher"
by Ben Jones | March 08, 2006
A discussion regarding recent events in a Colorado classroom.
"Bio?"
by Mitra L. '07 | March 05, 2006
My sort-of bio, but not the Course 7 kind.
"Conversations with graders"
by Laura N. '09 | March 03, 2006
And other ramblings of a frosh...
"True Love"
by Mitra L. '07 | March 02, 2006
I think I am in love.
"MIT Meets The OC"
by Ben Jones | March 02, 2006
Be sure to watch the April 6 episode!
"Hello from Palo Alto"
by Mollie B. '06 | March 01, 2006
My California not-so-vacation.
"Financial Aid Tracking + Evie Pix"
by Ben Jones | March 01, 2006
Some quick updates.
"Indra Nooyi presentation"
by Mitra L. '07 | February 28, 2006
A presentation from Indra Nooyi, President & Chief Financial Officer for PepsiCo.
"Fun With Photoshop"
by Ben Jones | February 27, 2006
Do you have mad Photoshop skills? Show us.
"VSEPR"
by Sam M. '07 | February 25, 2006
Google News is the best.
"Small Get-together Friday"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 23, 2006
An informal reception for HMMT participants and others visiting Boston on Friday.
"These are a few of my favorite things"
by Mollie B. '06 | February 21, 2006
Silver-white winters that melt into Newbury Street shopping.
"Tuesday is the new black."
by Sam M. '07 | February 21, 2006
The world moves on MIT's hips. The world moves and it swivels and bops.
"Selection continues"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 20, 2006
Regular Action domestic selection is underway.
"Trip to Princeton U"
by Melis A. '08 | February 20, 2006
Taking advantage of the three-day weekend by taking a trip to Princeton!
"The Decisions Are Not In The Mail"
by Ben Jones | February 20, 2006
Bad language on MyMIT.
"The Double Edged Sword"
by Bryan O. '07 | February 17, 2006
On Time Magazine's article titled: "Are We Losing Our Edge?"
"Flowers in your hair"
by Mitra L. '07 | February 16, 2006
I'm flying to San Francisco for the long weekend -- hope you kids in Boston have fun! There's a lot...
"And for my next trick..."
by Laura N. '09 | February 16, 2006
...I'll make J.B. confess to copying the answers to Ms. Hauser's test!
"Dies Irae"
by Sam M. '07 | February 14, 2006
Quantus tremor est futurus!
"Q&A Round Two"
by Bryan O. '07 | February 12, 2006
Answers to some questions
"Ho-dee-hi, hi-dee-ho, ho ho."
by Sam M. '07 | February 10, 2006
How many digits of pi do you know?
"Regarding Online Decisions"
by Ben Jones | February 08, 2006
A brief update.
"Engagement Party"
by Mitra L. '07 | February 08, 2006
Salsa dancing with Benjamin Franklin and Optimus Prime
"Daniel Barkowitz is alive well, and moving to Dedham"
by Daniel Barkowitz | February 07, 2006
Where have you been?
"Baby Steps"
by Anthony R. '09 | February 06, 2006
It made tonight's newswire. The grass is still green in Boston Common.
"The New MIT Viewbook!"
by Ben Jones | February 06, 2006
Last week, after a year of intense introspection (and a ton of work) we saw the first proofs for the new MIT viewbook.
"Same as it ever was"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 03, 2006
The more things change...
"Superbowl"
by Ben Jones | February 02, 2006
Discuss.
"It's snowing, and "It's Raining""
by Matt McGann '00 | January 31, 2006
K-Pop and Prof. Henry Jenkins.
"Underneath your curves"
by Sam M. '07 | January 31, 2006
(Free) sample problems from MIT's integration bee this year.
"Year of the Dog"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 29, 2006
Happy Lunar New Year!
"And now for the feature presentation..."
by Laura N. '09 | January 28, 2006
...IN STEREO.
Don't ask. It's an LSC thing. I don't really get it myself.
"Randomness"
by Anthony R. '09 | January 27, 2006
Well, as Laura said in her latest entry, tonight was the "telethon" event. I probably called fifty or more people,...
"EA Telethon!"
by Laura N. '09 | January 26, 2006
Yay for the class of 2010!
"Beautiful snowfall"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 23, 2006
A nice snowfall today in Boston.
"Saturday Roadtrip"
by Bryan O. '07 | January 23, 2006
Out on the open road.
"More on DesigNerds"
by Bryan O. '07 | January 22, 2006
DesigNerds: Product Design TV
"Burning questions"
by Mollie B. '06 | January 20, 2006
A lot of people had questions!
"Bored at work"
by Mollie B. '06 | January 17, 2006
My weekend, a favor to all of you, and some questions to answer
"Lucky Saturday the 14th"
by Mitra L. '07 | January 17, 2006
Luck was a lady three nights in a row in NYC
"It rocks to be me."
by Sam M. '07 | January 16, 2006
I put on my Sunday clothes and see the whale!
"On Broadway"
by Mitra L. '07 | January 13, 2006
My first few days of fun in NYC
"Mystery Hunt begins tomorrow"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 12, 2006
A fun puzzle to solve.
"Just a Little Patience"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 11, 2006
The latest word.
"Keeping it Green"
by Melis A. '08 | January 09, 2006
On a visit to NYC, I learned a little about environmentally friendly housing.
"Holiday Stories"
by Ben Jones | January 09, 2006
Here's mine. What are some of yours?
"A Visitor In My Own Hometown"
by Anthony R. '09 | January 09, 2006
Yeah, so it was boring. But it's still where I spent the better portion of my eighteen years.
"The land of the free and the home of the internet"
by Mollie B. '06 | January 08, 2006
Back to life, back to the internet
"Just 5 Days Left!"
by Bryan O. '07 | January 08, 2006
Mystery Hunt begins in 5 days.
"I won the game!"
by Sam M. '07 | January 06, 2006
Not (quite) another picture entry... with Tastykakes!
"State of the Mail"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 06, 2006
We're processing a lot of mail.
"Not an actual entry"
by Mollie B. '06 | January 03, 2006
Warning: I am apparently in a run-on sentence/overuse of parenthetical statements mood today.
"The Ballad of Sir Frankie Crisp (Let It Roll)"
by Sam M. '07 | January 03, 2006
Things just about get crazy-go-nuts.
"What have I been doing this break?"
by Jessie L. '07 | January 03, 2006
Well, I've been sleeping a lot. I don't really understand why, during term, my body can't normally sleep more than...
"2006 Already?!?"
by Ben Jones | January 02, 2006
Back to work tomorrow... wow do vacations go fast!
"A New Year and a New 'Do"
by Bryan O. '07 | January 01, 2006
bryan.mitblogs.com gets a little makeover.
"More from Ahia"
by Mollie B. '06 | December 28, 2005
I even manage to do MIT-related stuff when I'm 750 miles away.
"My Winter Break Reading List"
by Bryan O. '07 | December 28, 2005
"Take a look, it's in a book, it's reading rainbow"
"I know my calculus... and U2."
by Sam M. '07 | December 26, 2005
Bono takes on global poverty, fashion, and Course 18.
"A Very McGann Christmas"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 25, 2005
Happy holidays.
"Happy New Year Everyone!"
by Ben Jones | December 22, 2005
See you in 2006.
"More Notes"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 21, 2005
A quick update.
"Trouble staying focused"
by Mollie B. '06 | December 20, 2005
Finals. And about a zillion questions.
"Psycho kitten, que'st-ce que c'est?"
by Sam M. '07 | December 20, 2005
Settling a long-standing question in the midst of finals week.
"Happy Holidays!"
by Ben Jones | December 19, 2005
The bloggers' holiday pic.
"Ack, finals!"
by Jessie L. '07 | December 18, 2005
Sorry for my lack of posting lately. This is just a notice to say that I will probably not be...
"For EA Admitted Students"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 17, 2005
A quick update.
"Some Notes"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 16, 2005
Misc. fun stuff.
"Loose Ends"
by Anthony R. '09 | December 15, 2005
A chronology of happenings.
"Another post from Marilee"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 14, 2005
A note from Dean Marilee Jones.
"Responses to comments!"
by Laura N. '09 | December 14, 2005
I answered your questions. Like, fast this time.
"Please Read This"
by Ben Jones | December 14, 2005
Regarding the mail screw up.
"Admitted"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 13, 2005
Posting for admitted students.
"Deferred"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 13, 2005
Posting for deferred students.
"Required Reading"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 11, 2005
An article by Dean Marilee Jones.
"Happy Sunday Everyone"
by Ben Jones | December 11, 2005
Go read Marilee's post... NOW.
"TBP Dinner"
by Mitra L. '07 | December 10, 2005
Sex@MIT is the most-watched video on CNN.com! (but it's not pornography!)
"The Check Is In The Mail"
by Bryan Nance | December 10, 2005
As you know from Matt/Ben's blogs, the decisions are in the mail, or as they say in the newspaper business: we have put the Early Action decisions to bed.
"Photojournalism and answers to some questions"
by Mollie B. '06 | December 09, 2005
First, I will note with some sadness that it is currently raining outside. I hate winter rain -- it could...
"The decisions are in the mail"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 09, 2005
They're on their way...
"Glimpses Of My Messy World"
by Bryan Nance | December 09, 2005
I know, I know - all of you are concerned with your Early Action status, and I'm just sending pictures of my office. It's counter-programming.
"Rejoicing"
by Mollie B. '06 | December 07, 2005
A few things worth celebrating.
"One and one and one is three"
by Sam M. '07 | December 06, 2005
Haha, it tells me to write an excerpt. This whole entry is an excerpt.
"Vaccine Externalities"
by Mitra L. '07 | December 05, 2005
Health economics applied to the decreased odds of my getting the flu, courtesy of my suitemates
"Let it snow"
by Laura N. '09 | December 04, 2005
What I did today instead of sleep for 29 straight hours.
"Selection: Day Three"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 04, 2005
A beautiful snowy Sunday...
"December Events"
by Mitra L. '07 | December 03, 2005
HUGE NEWS: MIT opens world's largest neuroscience research center ----------- European Union Speaker Panel Integration and International Policy Featuring the...
"It was the blurst of times?"
by Sam M. '07 | December 03, 2005
I'm a stupid monkey.
"Selection begins"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 02, 2005
Picking the Class of 2010.
"Essay-M"
by Sam M. '07 | November 27, 2005
A representative collection of an MIT student's best writing samples.
"Back in Cambridge"
by Mollie B. '06 | November 26, 2005
I less than three the holidays.
"Checking In"
by Ben Jones | November 26, 2005
Just a quick note to say hi from the depths of reading. :-)
"Happy Thanksgiving!"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 24, 2005
Best wishes for a happy holiday.
"The Decisive Battle"
by Sam M. '07 | November 24, 2005
The one examining "Turkey vs. Spam" on the almost-literal level.
"Happy Thanksgiving!"
by Bryan O. '07 | November 24, 2005
Happy Thanksgiving!
"On my way..."
by Laura N. '09 | November 23, 2005
Turns out that Anthony isn't the only one who loves Amtrak. I called them yesterday and their very friendly customer...
"It's not every day..."
by Bryan O. '07 | November 21, 2005
lunch with a celebrity
""Wangoballwime?""
by Laura N. '09 | November 18, 2005
C'mon. You know what this entry is about. Check out the title!
"Ah, those inspirational Germans!"
by Melis A. '08 | November 18, 2005
The Magdeburg Bridge in Germany is an engineering marvel and an inspiration to all Beavers!
"He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named Returns"
by Bryan O. '07 | November 17, 2005
Butterless popcorn and a little magic.
"Q&A: Round One"
by Bryan O. '07 | November 16, 2005
Q&A, Round One. Keep the questions coming!
"Spectacle"
by Laura N. '09 | November 12, 2005
I was going to title this entry "Spectacle of Light," because I mention MIThenge. Then I thought "No, that's too corny." Then I realized that I didn't have any better ideas, and the word "spectacle" is cool. I think.
"What's going on inside my head"
by Sam M. '07 | November 07, 2005
It might not have been so very important.
"Another week?"
by Anthony R. '09 | November 07, 2005
It's all in the name of pass/no record.
"Admissions Blogs"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 06, 2005
A quick note on admissions blogging.
"The Return of QBert"
by Bryan O. '07 | November 06, 2005
Whack-a-mole, a piano player, and a whole lot of fun. All in 24 hours or less.
"Review of "Shopgirl""
by Melis A. '08 | November 05, 2005
Last night, my roommate and I ventured (slightly) beyond MIT's campus to see "Shopgirl," a movie based on a...
"So done"
by Mollie B. '06 | November 03, 2005
Midterm week = loss of Mollie's mind
"MyMIT Problems - EA Deadline Now 11/4"
by Ben Jones | October 30, 2005
EA deadline extended to 11/4 - details inside.
"Small talk"
by Laura N. '09 | October 30, 2005
How about that weather?
"The sky is falling!"
by Bryan O. '07 | October 29, 2005
Either a huge cottonball just exploded or it's snowing.
"No Child Gets Ahead?"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 27, 2005
There was an article in the New York Times yesterday about a topic that is very interesting to me (and...
"Go White Sox!"
by | October 26, 2005
I'm absolutely giddy that the White Sox are in the World Series and I had the chance to go to games one and two in Chicago this past weekend with my parents and brother.
"More Odds & Ends"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 25, 2005
Concerts (on & off campus), doors (on campus), and lectures (also on campus).
"I am dumb"
by Mollie B. '06 | October 25, 2005
Well, it's pouring rain outside, and I managed to get myself up at 8:30 as usual for my 9:30 Tuesday/Thursday...
"Questions and answers"
by Jessie L. '07 | October 23, 2005
Yay, you guys asked me questions! And now, I will try to answer them. Timur Sahin asks, "Forget admissions, housing,...
"My mom is here!"
by Mollie B. '06 | October 21, 2005
...and she's critiquing my cheerleading skills.
"Ruth says update your blog!"
by Laura N. '09 | October 19, 2005
FIRST is cool. So are rebuses.
"Yay for cheap stuff"
by Laura N. '09 | October 17, 2005
Inexpensive books make me happy.
"Riddle Me This"
by Bryan O. '07 | October 14, 2005
The return of the puzzles.
"Borne back ceaselessly into the past"
by Sam M. '07 | October 13, 2005
I've had a week! The whole earth was created in a week!
"4 8 15 16 23 42"
by Ben Jones | October 11, 2005
If you already know what those numbers mean, this entry is for you.
"Dishwashers, parents, space: what do these things have in common?"
by Melis A. '08 | October 09, 2005
This entry was inspired by a Washington Post article about how the use of a dishwasher is the last...
"TMI WRT MIT TLA's"
by Sam M. '07 | October 07, 2005
Wonderful things happen that I can organize around a coherent theme. Also, I didn't lose my umbrella.
"Elephants on Parade"
by Daniel Barkowitz | October 07, 2005
Elephants walking down Mass Ave! Traffic stopped! Clown noses visible everywhere!
"Elephants?"
by Ben Jones | October 06, 2005
I see a lot of weird stuff around here.
"Spreading Santorum around MIT"
by Sam M. '07 | October 06, 2005
Or rather, just spreading awareness of Santorum.
"Photojournalism"
by Laura N. '09 | October 03, 2005
A day in the life. In full color. =)
"Friday vacation"
by Mollie B. '06 | September 30, 2005
An atypical (but more entertaining than average) day in the life
"The real O.C."
by Matt McGann '00 | September 30, 2005
Travels in Southern California.
"NACAC Conference"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 26, 2005
Wrap-up from the national admissions conference.
"Q&A Part II"
by Laura N. '09 | September 25, 2005
Why the Media Lab is cool. Bonus: A great "You Know You Go to MIT When..." moment.
"Odds and Ends"
by Mollie B. '06 | September 22, 2005
My brain is too fried to think of any original content. So I'm commenting on comments!
"More free stuff"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 21, 2005
Free sneak previews of films and how to beat the casino.
"Choosing between a career and motherhood"
by Melis A. '08 | September 21, 2005
A reflection on the ideas expressed in the 9/20/05 NY Times article, "Many Women at Elite Colleges Set Career Path to Motherhood."
"Ancient Chinese secret, eh?"
by Sam M. '07 | September 18, 2005
MIT researchers discover an uncommon cure for the common cold.
"Better than a Ryan Cabrera poster"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 18, 2005
Want a Warhol in your dorm room?
"Focus.... Focus.... (your attention needed)..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | September 17, 2005
We need your help. Join the online focus group and win a prize!
"There is such a thing as a free event"
by Melis A. '08 | September 17, 2005
Collegefest is going on this weekend, go get yourself some free junk!
"You can get anything you want..."
by Sam M. '07 | September 17, 2005
...excepting Alice. Or a good blog entry.
"Constitution Day"
by Daniel Barkowitz | September 16, 2005
Join MIT in celebrating Constitution Day (in a particularly and typically unique MIT way!): from lectures, to curriculum, to Schoolhouse Rock!
"Color by Numbers"
by Laura N. '09 | September 15, 2005
So in Burton-Conner, you're allowed to paint your room under several fairly reasonable restrictions, and my roommate and I decided...
"First Post"
by Stu Schmill '86 | September 14, 2005
A little about myself.
"riverrun, past Eve and Adam's"
by Sam M. '07 | September 13, 2005
"Do we start and end at the same place on the river?"
"Marathon Sports"
by Mitra L. '07 | September 13, 2005
The store has the word "marathon" in it, so it has to be good, right? (11 pictures)
"First Post"
by | September 13, 2005
A little about myself.
"A way a lone a last a loved a long the"
by Sam M. '07 | September 11, 2005
An opportunity for heated debate and a cry for revolution.
"The O.C."
by Matt McGann '00 | September 10, 2005
My first Central Meeting of the year.
"Katrina"
by Daniel Barkowitz | September 07, 2005
Our thoughts and best wishes are with those of you who may still be struggling with the aftermath of Hurricane...
"A thousand million questions"
by Sam M. '07 | September 06, 2005
An evening with Gaelic quesadillas and Farrokh Bulsara.
"Finally, a free minute"
by Mollie B. '06 | September 05, 2005
Well, the last week and a half has been busy, to say the least. I always try to put too...
"Orientation Wrap-Up"
by Bryan O. '07 | September 04, 2005
Reason #457 why I love Orientation: I don't have to pay for food for a week.
"Carnival"
by Mitra L. '07 | September 03, 2005
A glorious carnival is marred by the passing of a beloved goldfish. (24 pictures)
"Hurricane Katrina"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 02, 2005
Trying to help, to the extent that we can.
"Friday Afternoon Props"
by Sam M. '07 | September 02, 2005
Props to ten people/committees/inanimate objects that deserve props.
"puzzled again?"
by Bryan O. '07 | September 02, 2005
a little puzzle for the class of '09
"Lies, Damned Lies, and Statistics"
by Mollie B. '06 | September 01, 2005
If you want to come to MIT, you'd better learn a thing or two about statistics first
"CityDays and ClayNights"
by Mitra L. '07 | August 30, 2005
Clay Aiken concert, CityDays volunteering, and West Campus luau (lots of pictures)
"Livin' La Vida PRoCa"
by Sam M. '07 | August 30, 2005
I take my clothes off and go dancing in the rain... with Clay Aiken.
"Leaving home..."
by Anthony R. '09 | August 28, 2005
[I'm at MIT now, but wrote this entry earlier today while still travelling.] For months, I've been looking forward to...
"An Overture to the Commencement of a Very Rigid Journey"
by Sam M. '07 | August 27, 2005
Sam's Mom dubs me Sami-stop-spleening-me!, because I am always spleening her.
"T minus 10 and counting..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | August 26, 2005
A paean to the first day of classes.
"Ready for some tennis?"
by Melis A. '08 | August 26, 2005
Three days left until the official start of the US Open tennis tournament! What's your prediction?
"Symphony 9, Op. 95 "From the New Blog""
by Sam M. '07 | August 26, 2005
I'll to pay you to hang out with me and watch me type.
"Can You Become"
by Mitra L. '07 | August 26, 2005
Back at MIT, with excitement and pictures
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Stu Schmill '86"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 25, 2005
Name: Stu Schmill; Job title: Associate Director of Admissions and Director of the Educational Council; Hometown: Little Neck, NY
"Scenes From Admissions, Round Two"
by Ben Jones | August 24, 2005
What's going on in this picture?! Another installment of our new little game.
"it really is beginning"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 24, 2005
and so it begins
"I AM CONNECTED!"
by Laura N. '09 | August 22, 2005
Finally arriving on campus was way less exciting than finally getting my wireless connection to work.
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Mikey Yang '05"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 19, 2005
Name: Mikey Yang; Job title: Admissions Counselor; Hometown: Troy, MI
"Answers to some questions"
by Jessie L. '07 | August 19, 2005
Wow, I have enough questions this time to do a sort of omnibus like Matt does! And I'm starting to...
"Railroad reading"
by Sam M. '07 | August 18, 2005
A Thursday evening book review that nobody really asked for.
"the runaround"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 18, 2005
a star-studded event twenty years in the making.
"Chasing Roots, Part One"
by Anthony R. '09 | August 18, 2005
During an overnight stay in Milan, I traversed several generations to explore musical history in my family.
"Is this the real life?"
by Sam M. '07 | August 17, 2005
Guest writer for Sam's Blog, Ruth '07 goes home to Georgia, gets ditched by most of her friends, and writes a scathing blog entry about how much they suck.
Just playin'.
"A waffle house is not a waffle home"
by Sam M. '07 | August 16, 2005
This is actually an entry about modern Chinese cinema.
"I'm a believer"
by Mollie B. '06 | August 15, 2005
Bikes! They're totally worth it.
"Typhoon, Wedding"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 14, 2005
Highlights from my trip to Asia.
"Home!"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 10, 2005
I'm back in the US after three weeks in Asia.
"Where We've Been And Where We're Going"
by Ben Jones | August 10, 2005
A brief history of the blogs and MyMIT.
"Dig if you will a picture."
by Sam M. '07 | August 10, 2005
My name appeared in The Tech; now I am immortal.
"Dora the Explorer"
by Mitra L. '07 | August 09, 2005
My long-lost twin has suspiciously wrinkly forearms.
"Breakfast in Paris, Lunch in Geneva, Dinner in Milan"
by Anthony R. '09 | August 09, 2005
Hop on the train and check out some sights leaving France, traversing Switzerland, and entering Italy!
"jetsetting"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 09, 2005
i saw a flying pig.
"Saturday at the water park"
by Mollie B. '06 | August 08, 2005
This is a tale of two college kids from two completely different worlds. Actually, it's a story about going to...
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Mari McQuaid"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 08, 2005
Name: Mari McQuaid; Job title: Assistant Director of Admissions; Hometown: Verona, NJ
"My Old Kentucky Home"
by Jessie L. '07 | August 08, 2005
It's been a while since my last entry. Right now I'm visiting my mom, stepdad, and four siblings in Louisville,...
"Solution: Are we going to win?"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 08, 2005
Guess where I am!
"Cinquains"
by Daniel Barkowitz | August 06, 2005
Cinquains are an American poetry style with specific rules. The first line must have 2 syllables, the second line 4,...
"First Blogiversary"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 05, 2005
One year ago today, "McGann's Factors" began.
"Puzzle: Are we going to win?"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 05, 2005
another puzzle to stimulate your mind
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Jenny Rifken"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 03, 2005
Name:Jenny Rifken; Job title: Director of Recruitment and Associate Director of Admissions; Hometown: Elgin, Illlinois
"A little bit about me and my trip to La Republica Dominicana"
by Melis A. '08 | August 03, 2005
A trip to the Dominican Republic to compensate for a bitterly cold Boston winter
"Boston Calling"
by Sam M. '07 | August 03, 2005
Everything I know about having a phone at MIT.
"Puzzled Solution"
by Bryan O. '07 | August 02, 2005
i think the lack of comments on my last entry might mean my puzzle stinks.
"Beauty and the Geek"
by Sam M. '07 | August 01, 2005
Some of the greatest companies in the world recruit at MIT. Apparently, so do some of the worst television shows.
"Tofu corndogs and low-fat ice cream"
by Mollie B. '06 | August 01, 2005
Today marks the tenth day of my ill-conceived diet, and all I want right now is to eat something. A...
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Ben Jones"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 01, 2005
Name: Ben Jones; Job title: Communications Dude, MIT Office of Admissions; Hometown: Baltimore, MD
"I started a joke..."
by Sam M. '07 | July 30, 2005
...that started the whole world crying.
"Hi from Cambridge"
by Anthony R. '09 | July 29, 2005
I'm spending some time at MIT seeing friends. I've been on the east coast for about a week seeing family...
"Reek Week"
by Mitra L. '07 | July 29, 2005
Updated 8/3 to include pictures of Gilroy garlic ice cream.
"I'm A Famous Rockstar"
by Ben Jones | July 29, 2005
The title is misleading - I'm famous, and I'm a rockstar, but I'm not famous for being a rockstar. :-)
"Puzzled"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 29, 2005
need a quick fix for your boredom? try this puzzle on for size.
"Where's George and Where Are You From?"
by Daniel Barkowitz | July 28, 2005
Where's George? Who's your genetic ancestor? Why am I asking so many questions?
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Bryan Nance"
by Matt McGann '00 | July 27, 2005
Name: Bryan Nance; Job title: Director of Minority Recruitment; Hometown: Queens, NY
"Sue me, I'm a multicellular organism snob"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 27, 2005
So, I'm from Columbus, Ohio, home of Jungle Jack Hanna and the Columbus Zoo. I managed to make my annual...
"And the Lottery Says....."
by Laura N. '09 | July 25, 2005
Burton Conner. Hi Mitra and Sam! *waves* Just felt like sharing. Right now I'm off to go shopping for random...
"what's in a name"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 24, 2005
mr. sushi - winner of the first annual name bryan's fish contest!
"Please, Mr. Postman"
by Sam M. '07 | July 21, 2005
A fair and balanced look at the inbox of a typical MIT student.
"Off to Southeast Asia"
by Matt McGann '00 | July 20, 2005
Even Admissions Officers get to take a vacation sometimes.
"Pardon my French!"
by Anthony R. '09 | July 19, 2005
Join me as I cross the English Channel and dodge oncoming traffic on the Champs-Elysees.
"Scenes From Admissions Round One"
by Ben Jones | July 19, 2005
What's going on in this picture?!?
"The Finalists"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 18, 2005
the "name bryan's fish" contest continues!
"THAT'S RIGHT!"
by Laura N. '09 | July 18, 2005
AP scores and computing at MIT, these are a few of my favorite things...
"Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans + Peanuts + Crackerjacks"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 17, 2005
i practically pulled another all-nighter, and again, for a non-academic reason.
"A quick one, while he's away"
by Sam M. '07 | July 16, 2005
I write reviews of things that I know nothing about.
"Boston becomes Pottersville"
by Matt McGann '00 | July 15, 2005
The MIT area is full of celebrations for the release of "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince."
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Amy Perez"
by Matt McGann '00 | July 14, 2005
Name: Amy Perez; Job title: Assistant Director of Admissions; Hometown: Lubbock, TX
"A flash of brilliance and answers to some questions"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 13, 2005
Necessity is the mother of invention. So I was making meatballs yesterday in my favorite apron (I made the meatballs,...
"Maine, Episode III: Ain't No Mountain"
by Sam M. '07 | July 13, 2005
The one with more pictures than text.
"Work in Progress"
by Laura N. '09 | July 13, 2005
So. I decided that I needed a new banner.
"If I Try Really Hard, I Can Resemble Ernest Borgnine"
by Anthony R. '09 | July 12, 2005
First stop on the tour: London.
"Some Rules to Live By"
by Daniel Barkowitz | July 12, 2005
The best advice from the wisest sages. This isn't that.
"Maine, Episode II: Amazing Rain"
by Sam M. '07 | July 12, 2005
The one where you rapidly cool hot metal.
"Hi, My Name Is: (insert name here)"
by Bryan O. '07 | July 12, 2005
name my newest pet and win BIG! prizes and fame included!
"About me... About you..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | July 11, 2005
I'll show you mine if you show me yours...
"Le BBQ"
by Mitra L. '07 | July 11, 2005
Two of my dear friends, Gary & Sherveen, wanted to host a BBQ this weekend, and enlisted me to help...
"Maine, Episode I: Hey Joe"
by Sam M. '07 | July 10, 2005
The one with the game of ultimate frisbee in the rain.
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Matt McGann '00"
by Matt McGann '00 | July 08, 2005
Name: Matt McGann; Job title: Assistant Director of Admissions; Hometown: Hampton Bays, NY
"Sam Videos"
by Mitra L. '07 | July 08, 2005
Hurry, read this entry before Sam comes back from Maine and forces me to delete it.
"And here I am!"
by Anthony R. '09 | July 08, 2005
Well, I'm back in the States. I thoroughly enjoyed everything but I think my soul is still roaming around the...
"Application season"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 07, 2005
Just thought I'd reiterate, for anyone who's applying to MIT this year (or next year, or in five years... whatever,...
"So who is this Laura person, anyway?"
by Laura N. '09 | July 07, 2005
Hello and welcome to the single coolest blog on the entire admissions website. My name is Laura and
"On abnormality"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 06, 2005
I was reading back over the last two entries and realized I may have made myself sound somewhat normal, as...
"An MIT survival guide"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 05, 2005
This is a list I made at the end of my freshman year in the reading room of Hayden Library......
"You know, that intro stuff"
by Mollie B. '06 | July 05, 2005
Every journal has to start off with some sort of introduction. I've been keeping journals since I was 9 (I've...
"Hello world!"
by Jessie L. '07 | July 05, 2005
Hello to all of you readers! I'm the latest student admissions blogger. I've been following Matt's blog for several months...
"If you have your own blog..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | July 05, 2005
Be a part of blogging history.
"See her picture(s) in a thousand places"
by Sam M. '07 | July 03, 2005
In which I understand what Bruce Campbell feels like
"Help Wanted"
by Mitra L. '07 | July 02, 2005
Calling all artists! Design Mitra's new banner and get profiled in the blog
"Welcome"
by Mitra L. '07 | June 30, 2005
Welcome to the new blogs server! I'm currently at my summer internship, so I shouldn't really be writing an entry,...
"MIT or Bust"
by Bryan O. '07 | June 30, 2005
Our story begins here...
"Feeling found"
by Daniel Barkowitz | June 29, 2005
The old blog is dead. Long live the new blog.
"Meet the Admissions Officers: Alia Burton '05"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 28, 2005
Name: Alia Burton; Job title: Admissions Counselor; Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
"Meet the Admissions Officers"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 28, 2005
With today's next post, I'll begin a summer-long occasional series introducing you to the MIT Admissions Officers.
"Back From Paternity Leave"
by Ben Jones | June 22, 2005
I'm back! A few words on the Harvard Admissions Institute and such.
"Hail to the king, baby."
by Sam M. '07 | June 22, 2005
The coolest thing that never happened to me... plus, the journey back Boston way.
"Road Trip -- sort of."
by Mitra L. '07 | June 19, 2005
Sorry I haven't posted in so long! My friend Rose '05 came to visit, and we took a mini-trip to...
"Have you seen your mother baby standing in the shadow?"
by Sam M. '07 | June 18, 2005
A visitor's guide to Harrisburg, PA, with original soundtrack by Billy Mack.
"One thing every woman's missed in Massachusetts Bay"
by Sam M. '07 | June 15, 2005
Sam and Shana have gone to look for America, starting in Philadelphia.
"The summer begins..."
by Anthony R. '09 | June 15, 2005
Now that I've completed the FEE, it's time for the math diagnostic. I've got my freshman advising application in, as...
"The Scholar, Episode 2"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 14, 2005
A few thoughts on last night's episode of the reality television show "The Scholar"...
"Summertime"
by Matt McGann '00 | June 10, 2005
I am often asked what we admissions officers do during the summer. Frequently, people assume that we get a several month long summer vacation like students do. But that's not the case; admissions is a year-round job, and while we're not doing any admitting over the summer, there is still a lot of work to be done.
"Aisumasen, Yoko San"
by Sam M. '07 | June 08, 2005
Aisumasen (Apologetics).
"Hello, I'm Anthony."
by Anthony R. '09 | June 08, 2005
It's nice to meet you. I'm a new freshman at MIT, a member of the Class of 2009. I was...
"There really are blue skies here... (and fine art too! -- edited June 7, 10:30 Central)"
by Daniel Barkowitz | June 06, 2005
Some pics of my first day in Aspen. If you click on the picture, it will take you to a...
"Departing for "Bluer Skies""
by Daniel Barkowitz | June 04, 2005
Tomorrow morning, I will be jet setting across the continent as I make my way to Aspen, Colorado for the...
"Con-GRAD-ulations!"
by Daniel Barkowitz | June 03, 2005
To all this year's MIT graduates... My hat's off to you... For those of you who want to watch graduation...
"You Guys Are Used To Getting No Sleep, But I Am Old"
by Ben Jones | June 01, 2005
To those of you who have siblings: what's the one piece of sibling-related parenting advice you'd give to parents?
"Graduations"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 20, 2005
I'm on my way now to my brother's graduation in Pennsylvania. I'm not really sure how it will go, or...
"Meet The Admissions Staff"
by Ben Jones | May 19, 2005
It's my pleasure to introduce you to our current team.
"New York Times, New York Times"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 16, 2005
Yesterday's New York Times had another article about the new SAT, and Marilee was quoted. Here are those paragraphs: The...
"5n, n=1"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 11, 2005
I'm in Phoenix for the International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF). I got in yesterday, and last night I decided...
"MIT ISEF Lunch"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 11, 2005
I've gotten a few search engine hits for "MIT ISEF Luncheon," so for those of you looking for that information,...
"Waitlist"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 10, 2005
I'm currently out of the office, but back in Cambridge, it has been announced that unfortunately, for the third consecutive...
"Respect, Love and Cherish your Mater (Alma and otherwise)."
by Daniel Barkowitz | May 07, 2005
When I was a Sophomore in High School, my father passed away. I am the youngest of four kids and...
"Class of 2009 note #1"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 05, 2005
While we are still waiting to hear from everyone, and hence it is too early to know anything about the...
"Happy Cinco De Mayo!!!"
by Ben Jones | May 05, 2005
Admissions counselors make the sexiest models. Oh, and a probability question.
"New York, New York"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 04, 2005
I'm in New York City now, staying in a hotel a stone's throw from the New York Stock Exchange (maybe...
"Enrolled 09's: Watch Your Mailbox"
by Ben Jones | May 04, 2005
I've been getting a lot of questions about the Next Big Mailing (NBM®). Here's the scoop.
"Welcome MIT Class of 2009!"
by Matt McGann '00 | May 02, 2005
Happy May 2nd! With the final responses in the mail by today, it will be a little while until all...
"Two important reminders"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 29, 2005
First, from the College Board: The last two registration deadlines for this school year's final SAT administration on Saturday, June...
"And So It Ends, And So It Begins"
by Ben Jones | April 29, 2005
May 1 marks the end of this admissions cycle and the beginning of the next.
"5 days to May 2"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 27, 2005
With 5 days until the May 2 postmark deadline, is anyone still making a decision? If so, what are your...
"Who are You? -- Informal Survey, I need your help"
by Daniel Barkowitz | April 26, 2005
So I realize this may be a little late in the game, but I am curious to know who is...
"More CPW Pix"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 12, 2005
I'll start off by linking to some of your photos: Anthony et al's photos Rob's photos Ash's photos Eric's photos...
"Call for CPW Pics"
by Daniel Barkowitz | April 11, 2005
So, CPW is over, and today I went back to the real world -- following up on appeals, returning phone...
"CPW Feedback"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 11, 2005
For those of you who attended: How was it? What was your favorite part? What would you tell those who...
"CPW Saturday"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 11, 2005
Spring has sprung at MIT, with flowers in bloom across campus... The awesome folks at the East Campus dormitory...
"CPW Day 3"
by Ben Jones | April 09, 2005
A recap, with pictures.
"CPW Day 2"
by Ben Jones | April 08, 2005
A recap, with pictures.
"CPW Festival"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 08, 2005
Last night was the CPW Festival, an evening event with different MIT student groups doing fun activities. 58% of the...
"CPW Day 1"
by Ben Jones | April 07, 2005
A recap, with pictures.
"Blog Links"
by Ben Jones | April 04, 2005
If you have a blog, share the URL in this thread!
"CPW Hosts"
by Matt McGann '00 | April 03, 2005
Jane W asked, Matt, I have a question about CPW. Will we know who our hosts will be before we...
"A Beautiful Day"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 30, 2005
It's really nice in Boston today. I've just returned from a walk along the Charles River. Lots of people running...
"Admitted Students Parties Followup"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 30, 2005
Thanks, everyone, for your feedback on the admitted students parties. We had some reports from the New York City party....
"Admitted Students Parties"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 28, 2005
Have any of you attended one of the Admitted Students Parties that our MIT alumni have thrown in various cities...
"In Real Life"
by Ben Jones | March 28, 2005
Matt and I are in the process of putting together a "Meet The Bloggers" party. Will you be there?
"Bad Haiku"
by Ben Jones | March 21, 2005
What better way to welcome spring than to write some awful haiku? Help me create a silly thread.
"Congratulations - We Made the Boston Globe"
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 20, 2005
Today's Boston Globe has a special section on financing your education, and in one article is a blurb about the...
"New stuff on MyMIT, and more"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 18, 2005
I'm back in Boston now after two trips to Washington, DC in the past week and a half. As always,...
"Online Decisions, Sortof"
by Ben Jones | March 18, 2005
Looks like MyMIT changed for admitted students as of midnight (EST) on the 18th.
"The Burning Question Part 2"
by Ben Jones | March 17, 2005
An extension of the previous thread, which grew quite long.
"The Burning Question"
by Ben Jones | March 16, 2005
"Can you tell me why I didn't get in? Why was I not good enough?"
"Upside-Down Letters"
by Ben Jones | March 16, 2005
We will get to the bottom of whatever caused this error, that much I can promise you.
"The IDOCs of March"
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 15, 2005
Happy March 15th! What an exciting week, Pi Day yesterday, the Ides of March today, and St. Patty's day on...
"Waitlist Questions"
by Ben Jones | March 15, 2005
The waitlist seems to be a hot topic so I'll try to answer the most common questions here.
"Please Stop"
by Ben Jones | March 14, 2005
You're hurting the wrong people.
"Decisions Are Beginning To Arrive"
by Ben Jones | March 14, 2005
Some thoughts for everyone.
"Changes To Your MyMIT Account"
by Ben Jones | March 14, 2005
The no-online-notification thing may change in the future, but unfortunately not this year.
"MIT homepage"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 13, 2005
By the way, if you haven't been to the MIT homepage today, you should check it out!...
"The Ethicist"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 13, 2005
As many of you know, I'm an avid reader of the New York Times. Reading the Sunday paper is a...
"Once you have your letter..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 12, 2005
If the letter from us is an incomplete letter, there may be some forms or requests which we want but...
"Today's Mailing Day"
by Ben Jones | March 11, 2005
For me this is a huge thing. You guys are my first MIT class, which means that I am highly emotional about it.
"Status Pic, As Promised"
by Ben Jones | March 08, 2005
Still bearded. 4 days to go.
"Back From The West Coast"
by Ben Jones | March 08, 2005
...with thoughts and conclusions on the recent serious posts.
"International Selection Day 1"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 06, 2005
I wore a tie today, which might clue you in to a selection committee meeting: it was the first day...
"Planned Mail Date: March 11"
by Matt McGann '00 | March 06, 2005
In case you missed it: We plan to send freshman admissions decision letters on Friday, March 11, 2005 by regular...
"In honor of those of you waiting to hear..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 02, 2005
A poem from my muse, Emily Dickinson, to lift your spirits in these last few weeks: “Hope” is the thing...
"Solutions"
by Daniel Barkowitz | March 02, 2005
For those of you who want to know the answer to the Griddler below, here it is!!! You can link...
"It's all fun and games to me..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | February 26, 2005
So, given that it is almost March 1st and tensions are running high, I thought I would do my part...
"Very, Very Important News"
by Ben Jones | February 24, 2005
That title is written to tantalize your RSS readers.
"Some more pictures"
by Daniel Barkowitz | February 24, 2005
So as promised, here are some more photos of the people and places I see everyday at MIT. Where I...
"RA Selection Day 6"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 22, 2005
Today I got in early, giving me a chance to read my copy of the New York Times; also, Ben...
"RA Selection Day 5 and a day off (kinda)"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 21, 2005
Yesterday's tie was red, and my subcommittee was McGregor (also MIT '00) and a current student (from the Middle East)....
"RA Selection Day 4"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 19, 2005
Today's tie: See for yourself below! An eventful day! Today, my subcommittee was Ben and another student, a great team....
"RA Selection Day 3"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 18, 2005
Today's tie: Sesame Street themed, with Big Bird, Cookie Monster, Oscar the Grouch, Elmo, Ernie, and Bert Today, I worked...
"RA Selection Day 2"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 17, 2005
Today's tie: blue/gray/slate-colored. I worked with Amy and a student today in my subcommittee, and we had great group dynamics....
"Everybody's Reading Applications!"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 13, 2005
It's definitely the busiest time of the year for application reading (hence the low post count this week... luckily Mitra...
"Busy times"
by Matt McGann '00 | February 03, 2005
For those of you hoping for an Admissions status update, here goes: we're reading applications. Lots and lots of applications....
"New MIT Viewbook"
by Ben Jones | February 03, 2005
Is a viewbook as useful to you as it might have been for my (pre-internet) generation of college applicants?
"Random 10 Songs on iTunes - the game..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | February 02, 2005
So, inspired by a friend's blog, I present the first Money @ MIT iTunes lyrics game. Here is how this...
"Stu Saves The Pact"
by Ben Jones | February 01, 2005
God bless Stu's hairy face.
"And Then There Was One"
by Ben Jones | January 31, 2005
Juan Salvador Acosta has broken the pact and succumbed to the mighty razor.
"The Beard, The Name, The Response, and EC"
by Ben Jones | January 28, 2005
Why does it say E.Jones on my door when I am B.Jones, and why is it squared?
"Welcome To Room 3-107"
by Ben Jones | January 27, 2005
Hope you like the new site! It incorporates a lot of your feedback and requests.
"A Nibble of Music"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 22, 2005
Welcome back Mitra! I spent all day yesterday reading applications at home, as I'll do today. I really do enjoy...
"Random 10 Songs on iTunes"
by Daniel Barkowitz | January 15, 2005
Well, given that I commented in my last post about my enjoyment of music, I thought I should go ahead...
"Highlights From The Past Week"
by Ben Jones | January 14, 2005
A post on birthdays and bad (but oh so good) TV.
"The ratio of people to cake is too big."
by Matt McGann '00 | January 13, 2005
Today's Mystery Hunt puzzles: the two puzzles in (my) Mystery Hunt history that I solved extremely rapidly. Ringside Seat, 2002...
"A ditch on the side of the New Jersey Turnpike"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 07, 2005
I was just downstairs in the records office, where the mail continues to come in heavily. I decided I'd help...
"A New Year's Resolution, MyMIT-Style"
by Ben Jones | January 06, 2005
Thoughts on my proposal to make MyMIT more community-based.
"The blogs are back in town"
by Matt McGann '00 | January 06, 2005
Today in IAP individual events (I might go check out the Man Vehicle Lab talk/tour this afternoon...) Ben has been...
"Application season"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 29, 2004
With the Regular Action deadline just days away, I want to wish all the best to the regular action applicants...
"Christmas with the McGanns"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 24, 2004
The Christmas holiday is a pretty big deal in my family. Two nights ago we did our traditional decorating of...
"Happy Gary Homa's Birthday!"
by Daniel Barkowitz | December 22, 2004
Those of us of the Jewish persuasion face a little bit of a quandary when it comes to December 25th....
"Rest for the weary..."
by Daniel Barkowitz | December 20, 2004
12/2001 Rush,from the house to the jobfrom the bank to the day carefrom the school to the Rush RunHurry, hurry...
"End of term"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 17, 2004
While the period known as "End of term" certainly brings finals anxiety, it also brings many events and traditions celebrating...
"Odds & ends"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 10, 2004
Odds & ends... December 9, 9pm MIT Intramural C League Ice Hockey Aero/Astro 6 MIT Alumni Club of Boston 1...
"Selection Day 3"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 05, 2004
Selection can be pretty mentally taxing, so luckily the days tend to be shorter (ending ~4pm) and we get breaks...
"President Susan Hockfield"
by Matt McGann '00 | December 01, 2004
To: "All Members of the MIT Community" From: "Kathryn A. Willmore" Date: Tue, 30 Nov 2004 14:06:22 -0500 Subject:...
"Speaking of mu..."
by Matt McGann '00 | November 17, 2004
I love MIT, because starting a sentence with "Speaking of mu..." doesn't get you looked at funny. A quick rundown...
"Did the quadratic formula explode?"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 16, 2004
In one of the 28 (and counting!) responses to my last post, Kelly wrote, "I just wish the bloggers themselves...
"Visualize whirled peas"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 12, 2004
I don't want to alarm those of you in California, Texas, Florida... but it's snowing here, and it is beautiful....
"New Portlets?"
by Ben Jones | November 08, 2004
Just throwin' some ideas around.
"Refactored"
by Matt McGann '00 | November 02, 2004
Yes, several days without blogging. I'm sure you've been waiting with bated breath. Where have I been? Well, for the...
"MyMIT is fixed!"
by Ben Jones | October 29, 2004
The deadline for EA has been extended to November 5 due to the recent MyMIT problems.
"Ups and downs and extras"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 28, 2004
Last night after work and before the Red Sox game, I went out to dinner at one of Boston's yummy...
"Schools of dreams"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 17, 2004
As you know, I've been traveling frequently these days, and the trips have given me a good opportunity to catch...
"Branching out"
by Matt McGann '00 | October 01, 2004
With two Central Meetings down and two to go in the Bay Area, I'm much busier than I thought I'd...
"camer-AHHHHH! redux"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 23, 2004
Mitra always has snazzy photos on her blog (though I am sad to hear about her recent camera issues), while...
"Love that dirty water"
by Matt McGann '00 | September 01, 2004
I've returned from France to the States just in time for lots of exciting things: the arrival of the Class...
"O'Reilly Primes?"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 12, 2004
Before you ask where my blog title ("The McGann Factor") came from, I'll just come right out and tell you:...
"Hello, world"
by Matt McGann '00 | August 06, 2004
Name: Matthew Lawrence McGann Occupation: Admissions Officer Employer: The Massachusetts Institute of Technology As a consequence of my job, I...
"All About The Author"
by Ben Jones | August 06, 2004
A bit about me and my job as Director of this site.
