DoingWell At MIT

Islamophobia: A Threat to All
2024-03-18 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 45-801, 51 Vassar Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139, United States
Dalia Mogahed is the former director of research at the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding. She is a Muslim studies scholar, specializing in issues of gender, identity, and Islamophobia in America.
Dialogues Across Difference focuses on modeling disagreement by elevating and encouraging dialogue.

Tunnel Walk Sponsored by getfit
2024-03-18 13:10 - 13:40, 2024-03-18 12:10 - 12:40 (America/New_York) | Stata Lobby
Want to get exercise mid-day but don’t want to go outside? Join the tunnel walk for a 30-minute walk led by a volunteer through MIT’s famous tunnel system*. This walk may include stairs/inclines. Wear comfortable shoes. Free.
Location details: Meet in the lobby with the big mirror, right inside the Collier Memorial entrance to Stata.
Tunnel Walk Leaders will have a white flag they will raise at the meeting spot for you to find them.
Special 20th Anniversary Prize Drawing: Attend a walk and scan a QR code from the walk leaders to be entered into a drawing for a getfit backpack at the end of the getfit challenge. The more walks you attend, the more entries you get. Winner will be drawn and notified at the end of April. Winner does not need to be a getfit participant.
*When the weather is nice, walk leaders may offer to walk outside rather than through the tunnels. The majority vote of the group will decide whether the walk is indoors or outdoors.
Disclaimer: Tunnel walks are led by volunteers. In the rare occasion when a volunteer isn’t able to make it, we will do our best to notify participants. In the event we are unable to notify participants and a walk leader does not show up, we encourage you to walk as much as you feel comfortable doing so. We encourage you to check the website just before you head out!
Getfit is a 12-week fitness challenge for the entire MIT community. These tunnel walks are open to the entire MIT community and you do not need to be a current getfit participant to join.

Tunnel Walk sponsored by getfit
2024-03-18 07:10 - 07:40 (America/New_York) | E25 Atrium, 45 Carleton Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139, United States
Want to get exercise at the start of the day but don’t want to go outside? Join the tunnel walk for a 30-minute walk led by a volunteer through MIT’s famous tunnel system*. This walk may include stairs/inclines. Wear comfortable shoes. Free.
Location details: Meet in the atrium by the staircase.
Tunnel Walk Leaders will have a white flag they will raise at the meeting spot for you to find them.
Special 20th Anniversary Prize Drawing: Attend a walk and scan a QR code from the walk leaders to be entered into a drawing for a getfit backpack at the end of the getfit challenge. The more walks you attend, the more entries you get. Winner will be drawn and notified at the end of April. Winner does not need to be a getfit participant.
*When the weather is nice, walk leaders may offer to walk outside rather than through the tunnels. The majority vote of the group will decide whether the walk is indoors or outdoors.
Disclaimer: Tunnel walks are led by volunteers. In the rare occasion when a volunteer isn’t able to make it, we will do our best to notify participants. In the event we are unable to notify participants and a walk leader does not show up, we encourage you to walk as much as you feel comfortable doing so. We encourage you to check the website just before you head out!
Getfit is a 12-week fitness challenge for the entire MIT community. These tunnel walks are open to the entire MIT community and you do not need to be a current getfit participant to join.

Virtual 5K Run/Walk Training Program
2024-03-18 00:00 - 2024-04-01 23:59, 2024-03-17 00:00 - 2024-03-31 23:59, 2024-03-16 00:00 - 2024-03-30 23:59, 2024-03-15 00:00 - 2024-03-29 23:59, 2024-03-14 00:00 - 2024-03-28 23:59, 2024-03-13 00:00 - 2024-03-27 23:59, 2024-03-12 00:00 - 2024-03-26 23:59, 2024-03-11 00:00 - 2024-03-25 23:59 UTC and 2 more dates
Does your exercise routine need a jump start? Join getfit and MIT Recreation for a virtual 5K run/walk training program open to the entire MIT community.
We have eight weeks of fun activities and challenges planned to get you ready to run or walk the virtual 5K.
Training starts on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 and the virtual 5K takes place April 11 – 24.

Paint Night Social
2024-03-16 21:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
Snacks, mini canvases, paint and more!

Green Night
2024-03-15 21:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
Do you love the color green, making friendship bracelets, or raffles? Looking for an excuse to take a break from your studies? Join us in the Wellbeing Lab (Stud 3rd Floor) for GREEN NIGHT on Friday, March 15th!

Culture & Identity Storytelling Night
2024-03-15 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
Join the MIT Asian American Initiative for a storytelling event that will provide an open space to share experiences about family, upbringing, race, culture, gender, and other aspects of identity and belonging. The event aims to promote community-building and solidarity among diaspora groups through creative expression.
We welcome stories in all forms—whether that entails spontaneous rants, original poems/essays/short stories/songs, or pieces by published authors. We will also kick off the event with an opening poem and several brainstorming prompts for storytelling. However, there is no pressure to share—you are welcome to come and listen!
This event is open to all community members from all cultural backgrounds. Dinner will be provided! RSVP below.

Tunnel Walk sponsored by getfit
2024-03-15 12:10 - 12:40 (America/New_York) | Lobby 7, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139, United States
Want to get exercise mid-day but don’t want to go outside? Join the tunnel walk for a 30-minute walk led by a volunteer through MIT’s famous tunnel system. This walk may include stairs/inclines. Wear comfortable shoes. Free.
Location details: Meet in the lobby under the “Belonging + Community” banner.
Tunnel Walk Leaders will have a white flag they will raise at the meeting spot for you to find them.
Special 20th Anniversary Prize Drawing: Attend a walk and scan a QR code from the walk leaders to be entered into a drawing for a getfit backpack at the end of the getfit challenge. The more walks you attend, the more entries you get. Winner will be drawn and notified at the end of April. Winner does not need to be a getfit participant.
Disclaimer: Tunnel walks are led by volunteers. In the rare occasion when a volunteer isn’t able to make it, we will do our best to notify participants. In the event we are unable to notify participants and a walk leader does not show up, we encourage you to walk as much as you feel comfortable doing so. We encourage you to check the website just before you head out! Getfit is a 12-week fitness challenge for the entire MIT community. These tunnel walks are open to the entire MIT community and you do not need to be a current getfit participant to join.

Tunnel Walk sponsored by getfit
2024-03-14 12:10 - 12:40 (America/New_York) | Stata, 32 Vassar St, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139, United States
Want to get exercise mid-day but don’t want to go outside? Join the tunnel walk for a 30-minute walk led by a volunteer through MIT’s famous tunnel system. This walk may include stairs/inclines. Wear comfortable shoes. Free.
Location details: Meet in the lobby with the big mirror, right inside the Collier Memorial entrance to Stata.
Tunnel Walk Leaders will have a white flag they will raise at the meeting spot for you to find them.
Special 20th Anniversary Prize Drawing: Attend a walk and scan a QR code from the walk leaders to be entered into a drawing for a getfit backpack at the end of the getfit challenge. The more walks you attend, the more entries you get. Winner will be drawn and notified at the end of April. Winner does not need to be a getfit participant.
Disclaimer: Tunnel walks are led by volunteers. In the rare occasion when a volunteer isn’t able to make it, we will do our best to notify participants. In the event we are unable to notify participants and a walk leader does not show up, we encourage you to walk as much as you feel comfortable doing so. We encourage you to check the website just before you head out!Getfit is a 12-week fitness challenge for the entire MIT community. These tunnel walks are open to the entire MIT community and you do not need to be a current getfit participant to join.

Build to a Purposeful Career
2024-03-13 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | E19-202, E19-202 | 400 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142, United States
When you hear the word “purpose,” your mind may be filled with different thoughts about your career, family, and life. Put these all out on the table and play with them as you try to hone in on different ways to ideate your purpose. Using LEGO bricks and pieces, you will go through a series of exercises to develop your sense of purpose. Whether you are starting with a lot of thoughts on this topic, or nothing at all, allow this workshop to help you explore meaningful ways to construct your professional identity and mission.

Tomorrow Time!
2024-03-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
Struggling with Procrastination? Trying to finish some tasks and check things off your To-Do List? Want to friendly, supportive place to sit together with other people hoping to get things done? S^3 hosts weekly Drop-in co-working hours on Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 pmin the Wellbing Lab (W-20) and Thursdays 10:00-11:00 am in the S^3 conference room (5-104). All are welcome!

Launch Your Wellness Tours
2024-03-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Alumni Wang Fitness Center, Zesiger Sports & Athletic Complex, 120 Vassar St, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139
Are you ready to “blast off” into the new year? Let us help you Launch Your Wellness! This year we’re hosting not one, but two tours per month. On the second Wednesday of each month starting on January 10th, we’ll be showcasing the Zesiger Center. On the Third Wednesday of each month, we’ll shift the information sessions and tour across campus to Alumni/Wang. But wait, there’s more! The Alumni tour will include the opportunity to sign up for a special Community Cycle Class (space limited to first come, first serve)!
It’s time to Launch your Wellness, MIT! What better time than right now?

Tunnel Walk sponsored by getfit
2024-03-13 12:10 - 12:40, 2024-03-12 13:10 - 13:40 (America/New_York) | E25 Atrium, 45 Carleton Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139, United States
Want to get exercise mid-day but don’t want to go outside? Join the tunnel walk for a 30-minute walk led by a volunteer through MIT’s famous tunnel system. This walk may include stairs/inclines. Wear comfortable shoes. Free.
Location details: Meet in the atrium by the staircase.
Tunnel Walk Leaders will have a white flag they will raise at the meeting spot for you to find them.
Special 20th Anniversary Prize Drawing: Attend a walk and scan a QR code from the walk leaders to be entered into a drawing for a getfit backpack at the end of the getfit challenge. The more walks you attend, the more entries you get. Winner will be drawn and notified at the end of April. Winner does not need to be a getfit participant.
Disclaimer: Tunnel walks are led by volunteers. In the rare occasion when a volunteer isn’t able to make it, we will do our best to notify participants. In the event we are unable to notify participants and a walk leader does not show up, we encourage you to walk as much as you feel comfortable doing so. We encourage you to check the website just before you head out!Getfit is a 12-week fitness challenge for the entire MIT community. These tunnel walks are open to the entire MIT community and you do not need to be a current getfit participant to join.

Mini Wellness Consultations
2024-03-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
Have any fitness questions you just can’t figure out? Not sure how to get started? Just want someone to look at your squat form? Come chat with MIT Recreation’s Full-Time Certified Personal Trainer, Nichell Latimore for a wellness consultation.

Wellness Wizardry + Boba Tea
2024-03-12 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
Drop by the Wellbeing Lab ( Stud 3rd Floor) between 12:00pm – 2:00pm to learn more about the Wellness Wizard Certificate program offered through the MIT Physical Education and Wellness Department. Enjoy FREE Boba tea, receive MIT Wellness Wizard swag and stickers, get free resistance bands (plus demos on how to use them from 1pm-2pm), participate in wizard-themed relaxing activities, and enter to win a raffle for prizes!

Exploration of Data + Feminism
2024-03-11 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
To celebrate Women’s Heritage Month, come learn from Catherine D’Ignazio (she/hers) on how to use data and computational methods to work towards gender and racial equity. D’Ignazio is a scholar, artist/designer and hacker mama who focuses on feminist technology, data literacy and civic engagement.
This event is open to all MIT students and dinner will be served.

Financial Planning: An Investment in Wellbeing (A WA Community Meeting)
2024-03-11 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Wellbeing Lab
The Wellbeing Ambassadors Present:
Financial Planning: An Investment in Wellbeing, a WA Community Meeting featuring SFS
Join us for an interactive session with Erica Aguiar and Diana Martinez of Student Financial Services (SFS) to learn about financial planning as a way to invest in your wellbeing. Dinner will be served for attendees.
WA Community Meetings are open events for the MIT community on topics focused on your wellbeing. Take time to explore your own journey and build up your wellbeing toolkit. Dinner will be provided.
Monday, March 11 | 4:30-6PM | Wellbeing Lab (Stud3), W20

Tunnel Walk Sponsored by getfit
2024-03-08 12:10 - 12:40 (America/New_York) | Stata, 32 Vassar St, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139, United States
Want to get exercise mid-day but don’t want to go outside? Join the tunnel walk for a 30-minute walk led by a volunteer through MIT’s famous tunnel system. This walk may include stairs/inclines. Wear comfortable shoes.
Location details: Meet in the lobby under the “Belonging + Community” banner.
Tunnel Walk Leaders will have a white flag they will raise at the meeting spot for you to find them.
Special 20th Anniversary Prize Drawing: Attend a walk and scan a QR code from the walk leaders to be entered into a drawing for a getfit backpack at the end of the getfit challenge. The more walks you attend, the more entries you get. Winner will be drawn and notified at the end of April. Winner does not need to be a getfit participant.
Disclaimer: Tunnel walks are led by volunteers. In the rare occasion when a volunteer isn’t able to make it, we will do our best to notify participants. In the event we are unable to notify participants and a walk leader does not show up, we encourage you to walk as much as you feel comfortable doing so. We encourage you to check the website just before you head out! Getfit is a 12-week fitness challenge for the entire MIT community.
