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Founding of MIT: Persistence of Vision

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This 11-minute documentary — Founding of MIT: Persistence of Vision — examines the challenges faced by MIT's founder William Barton Rogers and explores how his founding principles continue to influence today's MIT.

“Full Day” (1958) — Kevin Lynch

Teaching Excellence at MIT 12 years ago

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Professor Kevin Lynch BCP '47 produced this time-lapse film showing 24 hours as viewed from the Memorial Drive side of the MIT campus, looking across the Charles River towards the city of Boston, in 1958, as part of h...

“Food For Space Travelers” (1966) — Science Reporter TV Series

Teaching Excellence at MIT 12 years ago

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This 1966 "Science Reporter" television program showcases the challenges of ensuring proper nutrition for astronauts on prolonged journeys. The film covers metabolic and caloric consumption in particular conditions of...