20 Ways for Faculty to Participate in Student Life 1. Become a Faculty Advisor to a Student Group MIT has over 300 recognized student activities, most without a faculty advisor.
Advisors provide opportunities for learning, reflection and continuity.
Eat lunch in a Campus Dining Facility Participate in the Take a Professor to Lunch Program, or take advantage of the new MIT-Cambridge Dining in Morss Hall. One of the best ways to get informal interaction with students is by attending some of the many student directed events including theatrical performances, movies, community service activities, and dances. For listing see Tech Calendar. There are various places to work or socialize. Consider reading, writing, etc.