In this IAP series, you will learn how to design, test, and iterate your own puzzle box while exploring what makes puzzles fun, challenging, frustrating, and/or rewarding. No previous experience with puzzles, engineering, or modeling is needed. We will provide supplies for prototyping and an introduction to digital prototyping.Registration will be capped at 15 participants. Please only RSVP if you plan on attending most of the sessions.Series Schedule (Subject to Modification)In-Person Sessions are 10am-11:30amOnline sessions are 10am-11amWeek 1Monday 1/5: In-PersonExplore a variety of puzzle boxes while exploring goals, challenge level, and design decisionsBegin to brainstorm and outline ideas for your own puzzle boxTuesday 1/6: VirtualShare and discuss initial design ideasExplore common mechanisms, signposting, and how to systematically add complexityWednesday 1/7: VirtualBegin prototyping puzzle boxes and experimenting with mechanismsExplore how to effectively user-testThursday 1/8: ZoomIntroduction to designing puzzles digitallyFriday 1/9: In-PersonBuild and feedback sessionWeek 2Wednesday 1/14: VirtualDesign check-in (Note time of this session may change)Week 3Wednesday 1/21: In-PersonTesting and iterationFriday 1/23Present and play test your puzzles

Looking to create or enhance your own personal website but don’t know where to start? Join our hands-on workshop where you'll not only learn the essentials of website creation but also walk away with a working draft of your site!Lunch will be provided to help fuel your brainstorming.When: Wednesday, Jan. 21, 11:30am-1pmWhere: Room 31-270Having accurate RSVP numbers is crucial for our planning and providing the best experience for you. Please only RSVP yes if you definitely plan on attending.RSVP here

Autonomous RACECAR IAP CourseRev up your curiosity and get hands-on with the future of robotics! In this fast-paced two-week course, you’ll dive into the world of autonomous vehicles by programming a 1:14 scale RACECAR to speed through obstacle courses—all on its own. You’ll learn the fundamentals of autonomy, sensors, and control systems while working in teams to make your car faster, smarter, and more agile.The course wraps up with an epic hackathon and tunnel race in the legendary MIT tunnels—complete with prizes, bragging rights, and high-octane fun. 🏁Come build, code, and compete your way to the finish line!Instructor Name: Chris LaiRegistration Opens: November 3, 2025During IAP would it be possible to use the Bldg. 17 hangar/garage (not sure what to call it) space during the below times for RACECAR IAP?Week 1: January 19th, 21st, 23rd, 2026 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), 1pm – 5pmWeek 2: January 26th, 28th, 2026 (Monday, Wednesday), 1pm – 5pmFinal Event: January 30th, 2026 (Friday), 1pm – 5pmLocation: 17-130Registration Link: hhttps://mit-bwsi.formstack.com/forms/racecar_neo_iap_2026Website link: https://sites.mit.edu/mit-racecar/

On Wednesday nights you are invited to come to The Table for peaceful Christian worship in the Chapel at 5:15 pm and dinner in the Main Dining Room of W11 at around 6:30 pm.We worship with beautiful songs, open conversation about the Scriptures, prayers and a simple sharing of communion around the altar. Then we enjoy dinner together and good company together. Whether you come every week or just drop by once in a while, there is a caring community for you at the Table.You are truly welcome to come as you are: undergrad, grad, or post-doc; sure of your faith or wondering what it is all about; gay, straight, bi, trans, questioning. Please join us for no-pressure worship and fellowship.Hosted by the Lutheran Epsicopal Ministry @ MIT. For more information, or to verify gathering times during holiday and vacation periods, please contact chaplains Andrew Heisen (heisen@mit.edu) and Kevin Vetiac (kvet246@mit.edu).Please note that we will not meet during the week of Thanksgiving nor between Christmas and New Year's Day. Please see our website (le-ministry.mit.edu) for updates on meeting times and locations as well as additional details.

Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Purchase, NY

Time: 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT)Location: Pasadena, CA