President Obama at MIT (2009)

On Oct. 23, 2009, MIT proudly hosted a visit by President Barack Obama, which caused great excitement on campus and in the MIT community around the world. This short video produced by the MIT News Office captures the day's highlights.

Timeline: 2000s

Department: Administration

Career: Government & Law

Object: Video

Collection: Rising Voices 1995-Present

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