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.
Accessible Course Materials
In order to reach the widest possible audience and ensure equal access for everyone involved in a course, it is essential that materials be accessible to people with disabilities.
Accessible Materials in Alternative Formats
Learn more about resources and procedures available to students with disabilities for obtaining course materials in accessible formats, ensuring equitable access to academic content.
Admission Fees for Events
Student organization events that charge admission fees must follow MIT policies and guidelines.
Amplified Sound at Events
Amplified sound requires CAC (and SOLE for student orgs) approval, is limited to certain locations/times, must be adjusted on request, and may be shut down if disruptive.
ASA-Allocated Spaces
The ASA allocate spaces for student organizations on a two-year cycle. They make a good-faith effort to ensure the most active organizations get what they need.
Assistive Technology Software and Tools
Disability and Access Services (DAS) maintains an inventory of assistive technology selected specifically for the MIT community.
Candles and Open Flames at Events
You must consult with CAC and MIT Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) before using open flames in your event.
Career-Related Events
To ensure the success of career events and maintain strong relationships with employers, student organizations must work with both SOLE and CAPD.
Changing Your Name on Campus
Learn how you can update the legal name and directory name in your student record through the Registrar.
Co-sponsorships and Fronting
Collaborations between student organizations and external partners must be student-led, comply with Institute policies, and ensure the appropriate use of MIT resources.
Conferences, Case Competitions, and Hackathons
Large-scale conferences, case competitions, hackathons, and other student events require advance planning and coordination.
Creating a Mazevo Account
To make space requests for the Campus Activities Complex (CAC) and Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER) you need to create a Mazevo account.
Creating a Welcoming Space for Muslim Prayer
Best practices for setting up a respectful and welcoming space for Muslim prayer.
Digital Accessibility: IT Procurement
Integrating digital accessibility into IT procurement ensures that the technologies and tools acquired are usable by all individuals.
Digital Accessibility: Teaching Tools
Disability and Access Services (DAS) provide MIT staff, faculty and students with online resources to help ensure that students with disabilities can access course materials and participate in class.
Digital Accessibility: Tips and Tools
General tips and online tools to help anyone get started with digital accessibility, based on global industry web standards created by the W3C Web Accessibility Initiative.
Employment by Student Organizations
Student organizations can hire both student and non-student employees to provide services for the organization.
Entertainment Licenses
Student organization events featuring live entertainment that are open to the public must follow licensing requirements to comply with City of Cambridge regulations.
Event and Space Use Policies
These policies allow the Campus Activities Complex to provide safe, accessible, and versatile spaces that support gatherings for students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
Events Involving Alcohol
MIT requires that all event organizers comply with the law and adhere to all existing MIT policies and guidelines for safe and responsible alcohol service.
Events Involving Minors
MIT is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all members of its community, including minors.
Exhibits and Displays
Exhibits and displays are temporary installations designed to engage the MIT community, spark conversation, and raise awareness.
Film Screenings and Public Performance Licenses
Student organization screenings of films or TV shows require licensing to comply with laws governing copyright.
Fire & Life Safety in Residence Halls
In an emergency, call MIT Police at 617-253-1212 or dial 100 from any campus phone. Follow these fire safety guidelines and observe evacuation procedures when needed.
Fitness Rooms in Residence Halls
Housing & Residential Services furnishes all equipment in residence fitness rooms. Use all equipment at your own risk, be mindful of other users, and observe all fitness room rules.
Five Simple Steps for Student Event Planning
Planning a successful event requires creativity, coordination, and attention to detail. Starting early is key, and you don’t have to do it alone. SOLE is here to help bring your event ideas to life.
Formal Student Organizations
MIT student organizations can only be initiated, organized, and led by MIT students. These groups are expected to comply with the law and adhere to all existing MIT policies and guidelines.
FSILG Collection of Unpaid Bills by an Individual Policy
Policy detailing how FSILGs can place a registration or degree hold on a student who owes monies to the FSILG.
FSILG Organization Extension Policy
The formal process by which a new or returning FSILG may seek recognition by MIT.