Connecting Belgian scholars, post-docs, and visiting students at Harvard and MIT — building bridges between Belgian excellence and Boston's academic community.
The Harvard-MIT Belgian Society is a Boston-based organization born from the collaboration of the Harvard Belgian Culture group and the MIT Belgian Student Club. It serves as a vital reference point and resource for Belgian post-docs, affiliates, scholars, and visiting students at Harvard or MIT, as well as their families.
The society is dedicated to three core objectives: assisting fellow Belgians arriving in Boston to ensure a smooth start to their academic journey, enabling social networking events that connect Belgians across Harvard, MIT, and other Boston-area institutions, and sharing Belgian culture and endeavors within the broader academic community.
Their work is applauded and actively supported by the Flemish, Brussels, and Walloon regional governments, reflecting the society's importance as a bridge between Belgian talent and world-class American academia.
Building professional connections across institutions
Intellectual exchange with distinguished speakers
Celebrating and sharing Belgian heritage in Boston
From monthly networking drinks to cultural celebrations, the society brings Belgians together throughout the academic year.
A recurring gathering for all Belgians and friends looking to network and enjoy a drink together in the Boston area.
Hosted at MIT to strengthen Belgian-MIT relations and raise Belgian awareness, featuring authentic Belgian goodies and drinks.
Celebrating the Van Otterloo Family’s gift of one of the largest Dutch-Flemish art collections in the U.S. to the Museum of Fine Arts.
A potluck picnic at the Harvard Arboretum to enjoy the spectacular New England fall colors with fellow Belgians.
Celebrating Belgium’s National Day with a traditional barbecue bringing the community together for food and festivities.
Film screenings in collaboration with the Francophone Society at Harvard Law School, featuring Belgian cinema exploring community values.
Part of a broader network of Belgian academic and cultural organizations connecting Belgium with the world.
The official umbrella organization for over 900 Harvard alumni who live, work in, or maintain strong links with Belgium.
An interest group celebrating Belgian culture through waffle bakes, drinks, and inspiring lectures by Harvard affiliates. Meets monthly.
The alumni network for MIT graduates in Belgium, maintaining active mailing lists, Facebook groups, and LinkedIn communities.
A broader community organization hosting networking events and fostering Belgian camaraderie across the greater Boston area.
Whether you're a Belgian scholar arriving in Boston, a current Harvard or MIT affiliate, or simply interested in Belgian culture, the society welcomes you.
