MIT’s Charm School

Written by Pat's Papers | Tuesday, 5 March 2013 8:49 AM

There’s one subject that MIT students struggle with, says the LA Times: etiquette. So the university has come up with a solution. Now in its 20th year, MIT’s Charm School is offered to students who, though their “SAT scores dwarf the average mortgage payment” need a little help with the social side of life. Instruction includes answering tough questions like: what is okay to dunk (only biscotti, never donuts); should a man hold the door for his female boss (if you get there first hold it for everyone); and when is it okay to wear open-toed shoes to an interview (never).

SOURCE: LA Times

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