Resources
Professional Resources
MIT and SHASS want to ensure faculty and staff are supported professionally.
For more information on professional resources, please contact Erminia Piccinonno, the assistant dean for human resources and administration.
Professional Development Resources
Visit the Faculty Concierge for various resources to help you develop professional skills. For support with any kind of writing, explore MIT’s Writing and Communication Center (WCC). For feedback on your teaching, connect with the Teaching + Learning Lab for one-on-one support in implementing research-based teaching strategies.
MIT is an institutional member of the NCFDD. The NCFDD is a nationally recognized, independent organization that provides online career development and mentoring resources. All faculty, post-docs, and graduate students at MIT are eligible for access to the NCFDD’s resources and tools at no charge. Activate your membership by following the steps given here.
Humanities Film Office
The Humanities Film Office maintains an extensive collection of videos from theatrical films, television shows, stage performance recordings, and other audiovisual materials for use in teaching and research. The office supports SHASS faculty and teaching staff by providing access to films in its collections, acquiring new films as necessary, arranging evening class screenings, and providing access for students in their classes.
MIT Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
MIT undergraduates are motivated and engaged, and UROP is a great way to make them an important part of your research. UROP connects you with undergraduates who want to become active, productive members of your team. Not only are they committed to making real, meaningful contributions to your work, but they are also excited to benefit from your experience, expertise, and mentorship.
Communications
MIT Institute Office of Communications (IOC) offers several resources for the community, including guidance on use of the MIT brand and name, media relations support, and tips and best practices for social media.
For questions about SHASS communications and branding assets, email Director of Communications Michael Brindley.
Event planning
There are many things to keep in mind when planning events at MIT—even small meetings or get-togethers require considering the content-driven needs and comfort of participants. MIT Institute Events has gathered recommendations and best practices to help with the process of planning and holding a successful event at MIT.
Community Resources
Our mission to further human understanding begins with promoting mutual respect within our own School. We are committed to supporting the holistic well-being of all our community members, and we expect a workplace in which we all accept a shared responsibility to treat one another with care and dignity.
For more information on these resources, please contact Heather Paxson, associate dean for faculty.
MindHandHeart
MIT’s MindHandHeart offers a broad array of special initiatives and unique programming to help with community building.
Ombuds Office
The Ombuds Office is a confidential and independent resource for all members of the community to constructively manage concerns and conflicts related to your experience at MIT.
Institute Discrimination and Harassment Response Office
The Institute Discrimination and Harassment Response Office (IDHR) provides a system for all MIT community members to report incidents of discrimination or harassment. IDHR provides guidance on reporting obligations for all MIT responsible employees.
For resolving a discrimination or harassment complaint, IDHR helps explain the difference between adaptable resolution and initiating an investigation.
Division of Student Life and Office of Graduate Education
MIT’s Division of Student Life offers guidance to faculty and staff on the Institute’s academic misconduct policy.
For MIT faculty and staff concerned about an undergraduate student, contact S^3 or the CARE Team. If you’re concerned about a graduate student, contact Grad Support.
MIT Human Resources
For staff, postdocs, and faculty looking for support for mental and physical health and well-being, including work-life balance, visit Human Resources, MIT Benefits, MyLife Services, and the Work-Life Webinar Series.
