The MIT Excellence Awards + Collier Medal Ceremony

Each year, the MIT Excellence Awards and Collier Medal recognize the outstanding accomplishments and contributions of MIT staff and community members. 

Join the MIT Community in Celebrating Excellence

The 2026 MIT Excellence Awards + Collier Medal ceremony will take place on June 4, 2026 from 3 to 4:00 pm at Kresge Auditorium (W16). A reception in the Kresge lobby will follow from 4 to 5:00 pm. The event will be livestreamed.

The 2026 recipients will be announced here soon.

Watch the Ceremony

The ceremony will be livestreamed here so family or colleagues can watch from anywhere in the world.

Accessibility

We are committed to providing an environment that is accessible and inclusive for individuals with disabilities. The event includes an ASL interpreter and the webcast will be captioned. If you need assistance in accessing the event or the webcast, please email us at excellence@mit.edu.