Activities & Events

Students participate in a number of activities and events throughout the academic year, both formal and informal. The program hosts public lectures and program socials, while students organize group outings. In addition to working closely together, students are encouraged to engage and network beyond the program given the amazing variety of groups and events happening all across campus.

A group of 5 students and faculty members speaking on a panel at the Sert Council in San Francisco.

Upcoming Events

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MDE Open House

Join us on October 25, 2022, to learn more about the MDE program. Registration will be available this fall via the GSD Admissions web page.

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MDE Public Lectures

During both years, students attend guest lectures given by innovators and leaders in business, government, design, and engineering. These talks, whether public or private to the MDE group, invite interaction with speakers, as well as graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, and staff from the larger Harvard community. Past speakers include: