MIT Campus Update: H-1B Policy Changes, AI Cures Conference, Cambridge Science Festival, New Books, and Upcoming Events

Good afternoon, MIT community. Today is Monday, September 22, 2025, and here are the latest updates from around campus. On September 19, President Trump issued a proclamation restricting entry to the U.S. for H-1B workers, effective September 21. The MIT International Scholars Office is analyzing the impact of this sudden change and advises affected individuals to contact [email protected] for guidance. Today, MIT and Mass General Brigham are hosting the fourth annual AI Cures Conference. This event showcases collaborative projects in clinical AI, focusing on improving patient care through advanced technologies. New this year are tutorials on deploying AI models in real-world clinical settings. The Cambridge Science Festival returns from September 23 to 29. Organized by the MIT Museum and the City of Cambridge, this week-long celebration features over 200 free programs across the area, focusing on our shared humanity. A full program guide is available on the festival's website. Looking ahead, the Connected Learning Summit will be held in person at MIT on October 6. This event brings together educators, researchers, and innovators to explore participatory and creative learning through emerging technologies. This month, MIT Press has released several notable books, including "On Liberalism: In Defense of Freedom" by Cass R. Sunstein, and "What Is Intelligence? Lessons from AI About Evolution, Computing, and Minds" by Blaise Agüera y Arcas. These titles and more are available through MIT Press. Currently, it's sunny in Cambridge with a temperature of 65°F (18°C). The forecast for the rest of the day includes mostly sunny skies with temperatures reaching up to 72°F (22°C) by 4:00 PM. That's all for today's updates. Stay informed and have a great day.