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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSAVE THE DATE: NOV. 6, 2026 Join us on November 6th for A Need for Roots in a Digital Society<\/a>, <\/strong>MISI\u2019s second annual summit. In a twenty-first century digital society, what does it mean to be rooted? In the midst of jarring technological change \u2014 and overlapping crises of climate, politics, and attention \u2014 how do we maintain ties to what is essential to human flourishing? As thinkers and civic leaders, how do we keep human needs at the forefront as our society grapples with emerging technologies? The summit will gather scholars, journalists, scientists, community leaders, influencers, technologists, and others to reckon with these growing challenges. Confirmed speakers include Marshall Ganz, Catherine D\u2019Ignazio, Chaplain Clementina Ch\u00e9ry, Anthony Townsend, Peter Schmidt, Nathan Matias, Ngozi Okidegbe, Fran Berman, Peter Levine, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Register Now!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n NEW WEBSITE!<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This summer, MISI’s website<\/a> underwent a BIG refresh.<\/strong> The new site has a cleaner look and a clearer structure, so it’s easier to find our people, our work, and our upcoming events all in one place. Huge thanks to our website designer, Tyler Prendergast, for bringing it to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n TOUR THE RESEARCH HUB<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On September 10th, come on over to 704 Commonwealth Ave., the shared home of MISI and the Communication Research Center (CRC). Our doors will be open for a tour of the refreshed hub where you’ll meet members of both centers and check out all of the resources available to faculty, fellows, staff, and students. Enjoy refreshments and food too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n FOR BU STUDENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n MISI Graphic Designer and Communications Assistants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n MISI is hiring a team of students for the 2026-2027 academic year. They will be involved in day-to-day communications as well as MiSIP<\/a>, MISI\u2019s practice-oriented course taught by Eric Gordon, the Truth + Storytelling Fellowship<\/a>, MISI\u2019s second annual summit titled The Need for Roots in a Digital Society<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Communications Assistants:<\/strong> Apply via the Student Job Board<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Research Assistant: Climate Communication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The students will be creative and strategic and have a dynamic understanding of branding, marketing, social media, and design. Reporting to MISI\u2019s Director and Programs Manager, and working with the current CA, they are expected to bring their ideas to the table and work hard to build internal and external communications through its content and platforms.
Graphic Designer:<\/strong>
The ideal candidate has a solid grasp of visual design fundamentals \u2014 typography, layout, color, and composition \u2014 along with working knowledge of user interface (UI) principles and how design choices shape usability and user experience. Proficiency with standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite or Figma) is expected, and experience with both print production (posters, publications, brochures) and digital deliverables (web graphics, social media assets, UI mockups) is highly valued. Prior experience in illustration is a plus and will be considered a strong asset for candidates who can bring original visual style to campaigns and materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n