About iHouse

History

In 2005, Raja Bobbili '08 developed the concept of a living group which would be focused on international development and the celebration of diversity at MIT. His vision, which was shared by others, was that students who lived here would have interest in international development work and could act as catalysts for each other, as they had energizing talks in the corridors, and as they bounced ideas off one another. With the support and interest of Housemasters Sandra and Wesley Harris, Director Sally Susnowitz and the Public Service Center staff, Dean Larry Benedict, Professor Bish Sanyal, and many others, iHouse became a living-learning community in fall of 2007

Shared Values

The principles and qualities to which we aspire collectively as a community are:

  1. We have mutual respect for each other and a strong sense of community.
  2. Our environment is a wholesome, comfortable and nurturing home.
  3. We will develop global leadership skills by pursing intrinsically worthwhile projects.
  4. We are committed to the wholesome development of each of our members.
  5. Technical excellence and high-integrity are the hallmarks of our activities.

MIT's Vision for iHouse

To empower students by enhancing their educational experience with the principles and tools needed to become the next generation of world leaders.

This vision is to be accomplished through a combination of:

  • Experiential Learning
  • Leadership Skills Development
  • Mentoring Programs

Goals and Objectives:

  1. Increase students knowledge of the world's many cultures, belief systems, and traditions.
  2. Explore critical world issues, ranging from poverty to global sustainment.
  3. Formulate and solve technical problems arising in developing countries
  4. Develop mentoring relationship with experts in the individual student's field of interest.