Shaping the Next 40:
Honoring Our Scholars, Our Stories, Our Future
We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone, the 40th Anniversary of the MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP)! This summer, we invite you to join us in celebrating four decades of research, community, and impact.
Please save the date for August 6 –7, 2026. This anniversary celebration will be an opportunity to get back to your roots, connect with future scholars and their research, and explore MSRP’s history through the voices of participants across the decades. We’ll also come together at our anniversary gala to honor our legacy and look ahead to the next chapter.
Schedule of Events
Thursday, August 6, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Anniversary Gala
Friday, August 7, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:45 AM: MSRP Closing Breakfast
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Poster Session I
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Poster Session II
12:45 PM – 1:30 PM: Break and Transition to Wong Auditorium
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM: MSRP through the Decades Film Screening and Panel
Join us for this celebration!
Can’t make it? We invite you to use this form to make a gift and indicate other ways you’d like to stay connected as we celebrate 40 years of MSRP.
For Friends of the Program, please check your inbox for an invitation. Due to capacity, at this time the event is invite only. For questions please contact msrp@mit.edu.
Travel & Accommodations
We will not be providing airport shuttle service for this event. We recommend using rideshare services such as Uber or Lyft, taxis, or public transportation via the MBTA for convenient travel to and from the host hotel/MIT.
Lodging
We have secured a discounted room block at the Boston Marriott Cambridge, conveniently located across the street from MIT’s Welcome Center at 50 Broadway, Cambridge, MA.
Rate: $219 per night, plus applicable taxes
Available Dates: August 5–8
Booking Deadline: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Book Online: Click here
Contact Information
Have questions or would like to get in touch with a team member about the 40th Anniversary Celebration? Please email msrp40@mit.edu.
FAQS
Who can attend?
This celebration is open to alumni of the MIT Summer Research Program who participated between 1986 and 2025.
Can I bring a guest?
Due to venue capacity, attendance is limited to registered alumni only, and we are unable to accommodate additional guests. We appreciate your understanding.
Is there a cost?
Yes, the registration fee is $40. This includes access to all scheduled events on August 6 and August 7, as well as the gala dinner.
What should I wear?
Attire for the gala is black-tie optional. For events on Friday, we recommend business casual.
What is your refund or cancellation policy?
As this event serves as a fundraiser in support of the program, registration fees are non-refundable. However, in the event that the program cancels the event, all registered participants will receive a full refund.
