The MIT News Office, part of the Institute Office of Communications, serves as the primary hub for promoting the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s research, innovations, teaching, and notable events and individuals. It caters to the campus community, news media, and the general public, ensuring that MIT’s achievements and announcements reach a wide audience.
Key responsibilities of the office include:
- Promoting MIT’s research, innovations, teaching, and newsworthy events and people.
- Communicating official Institute announcements.
- Publishing community news for MIT faculty, students, staff, and alumni.
- Providing media services and advice on working with journalists.
- Responding to media inquiries and interview requests.
- Assisting with film crew requests and handling necessary permits.
- Managing public relations for major announcements, news conferences, and symposia.
- Serving as a public information office during emergencies and crises.
The office publishes content across multiple platforms, including the MIT homepage, the MIT News website (featuring articles, announcements, photos, and videos), MIT Daily and Weekly newsletters, the MIT YouTube channel, and photographs and multimedia.
For inquiries, the MIT News Office can be reached at:
Address: 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Room 11-400, Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
Email: newsoffice@mit.edu
Phone: 617-253-2700
Fax: 617-258-8762
Directions to the office are available upon request. For more information, visit the MIT website or follow MIT on social media platforms including X, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.