MIT has a variety of groups that provide communications staff forums for discussion, collaboration, and support.
Campus Communicators
Staff with a communications role are welcome to join the Campus Communicators Slack workspace.
Design Discussion Group (DDG)
This group is open to staff whose work involves graphic design, layout, or production. We meet to discuss design best practices and showcase projects. Staff can subscribe to the group and join the MIT-Design Slack workspace.
Social Media Working Group (SMWG)
This group is open to staff who manage social media for a department, lab, or center, or those who directly supervise someone in this role. We meet monthly during the academic year to discuss trends and share work. For more information, contact Jenny Fowler.
Membership at the invitation of the vice president for communications:
Communications Operations Group (COG)
Includes senior communications staff from each MIT school, the college, and key administrative departments. Meets twice a month during the academic year.
Info Group
Includes the senior-most communications staff member from most academic departments and key administrative offices. Meets monthly during the academic year.
