Policies & Resources
Explore our comprehensive database of policies and resources for all things student life. Find essential information and support to navigate your academic journey and enrich your campus experience.
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Academics and student religious observances
Religious accommodations are offered in addition to other policies which the instructor of the subject has for excused absences or dropping the lowest grades.
Creating a Welcoming Space for Muslim Prayer
Best practices for setting up a respectful and welcoming space for Muslim prayer.
Inclusive Event Planning
Tips and resources for planning events that are welcoming and inclusive of religious, ethical, and dietary needs at MIT.
Policies for Non-MIT Groups
An overview of MIT’s policies on non-MIT religious groups, and what to do if you believe a group is being intrusive.
Resources for Religious Inclusion
MIT is a wonderfully diverse place, and students may observe a wide variety of religious holidays and practices.
Smudging Policy
MIT Policy for the Burning of Material Offerings for Ceremonial, Cultural, Traditional, or Religious Observance (“Smudging Policy”)
Use of Ceremonial Wine
ORSEL allows religious groups the limited use of ceremonial wine.
Weekly Religious Service Times
Regular gatherings sponsored by Office of Religious Spiritual, and Ethical Life affiliated chaplains.