Working Groups, Initiatives, & Reports
Through committees, working groups, and special initiatives, our community works collaboratively to explore issues, generate recommendations, and implement solutions that support student well-being and success.
The Division of Student Life (DSL) collaborates closely with students and Institute partners to strengthen the student experience. The reports and summaries shared here reflect the outcomes of that work, which is guided by assessment data and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Active and In Progress
Campus Dining Roadmap Initiative
DSL is collaborating with campus stakeholders and Envision Strategies to enhance the dining program through data-driven analysis and strategic planning.
Graduate Housing Advisory Committee
Formerly the Graduate Housing Working Group, this advisory committee is collaborative effort to improve MIT’s graduate student residential experience.
Student Organization Working Group
The working group developed a series of guiding principles for supporting student organizations with recognition, membership, and resource management.
Committee on Student Life
A standing committee of the faculty concerned with student life and the quality of the learning and living environment at MIT with specific attention to issues of community.
Implemented
Postering Policy in Residence Halls
In response to calls for greater clarity, DSL worked collaboratively to update residential postering policies.
Good Samaritan Amnesty Policy
This policy treats alcohol or drug-related emergencies as health matters, not disciplinary ones—encouraging students to seek help without fear.
Murals & Artwork in Residence Halls
Principles and best practices were developed for the creation and curation of artwork in ways that do not involve art directly applied to permanent building surfaces.
Room Assignment & Move-in Design
A working group of student leaders and house teams considered ways to improve MIT’s room-assignment and move-in processes.
Past Publications
Update on Food Security Efforts Since 2017
Issued September 2023: The Food Security Action Team (FSAT) released a report on efforts since the FISWG initial recommendations issued in 2017.
Food Insecurity Solutions Working Group Report
Issued March 2018: The Food Insecurity Solutions Working Group (FISWG) issued a report and recommendations for improving food security on campus.
Review of the Medical Leave and Hospitalization Policies
Issued Fall 2016: Committee on Hospitalization and Medical Leave reviewed Institute practices related to hospitalization and medical leave and issued recommendations.
Architectural Principles for MIT Undergraduate Residences
Issued October 2016: Principals and recommendations for designing and renovating undergraduate residence halls.
Review of the Undergraduate Withdrawal and Readmission Practices
Issued March 2016: The Committee on Academic Performance (CAP) issued recommendations for withdrawal and readmissions policies.
Student Life Reports from Faculty Committees
A historical record of reports from faculty committees dating back to 1970.