MIT Miss Manners to speak at Charm School Miss Manners to speak at Charm School MIT's Charm School, in its third year as a popular feature of Independent Activities Period, will offer more subjects than ever before and culminate with a commencement address by the nationally syndicated columnist, Miss Manners. On Wednesday, Jan. 25, students may polish social skills and learn etiquette in an informal, festive atmosphere from noon-4pm in Lobbies 7 and 10. Both events are open to all members of the MIT community. One needs only an interest in the Charm School curriculum, a dash of expertise, and a sense of humor to teach at Charm School.
Teachers create their own topics.
For example, Travis Merritt, dean for Undergraduate Academic Affairs, will again offer Walking, Elevator, Doorway and Corridor Etiquette. Degrees will be awarded at the Charm School Commencement. In her etiquette column appearing three times per week, Miss Manners, also known as Judith Martin, answers questions not only on table and party manners, but also on the more complicated aspects of life-romance, work and family relationships. Mrs. Martin has written the Miss Manners column since 1978.