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<font color="666666" size="4">GSC - Graduate Student Council</font>
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<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_GSC1">GSC Academics, Research, and Careers Meeting</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_GSC2">Submissions for The Graduate - Get paid if your article is chosen!</a></li>
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<font color="666666" size="4">Academic-Professional</font>
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<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional1">Business Etiquette Around the World</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional2">MIT BioEnergy Lecture Series - Joule Fuels: Liquid Fuel from the Sun</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional3">MIT Water Night 2013</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional4">Science Policy Lunch with Dr. Bina Venkataraman</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional5">Global Fellows Program Applications Extended</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional6">Weekly Case Practice</a></li>
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<font color="666666" size="4">Extracurricular</font>
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<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular1">Public Service at MIT Focus Groups</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular2">Apply to Join the MIT Energy Club Leadership Team</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular3">Hacking Arts: Ideate</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular4">Write an Article About Your Research for the Tech</a></li>
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<font color="666666" size="4">Misc</font>
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<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Misc1">GradRat Ring Redesign Survey (+ gift card raffle!)</a></li>
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<font color="666666" size="4">Social</font>
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<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social1">Tang Hall Sushi Making Workshop</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social2">Third Annual Grad Art Soiree</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social3">TPSS Canadian Culture Night</a></li>
<li><a href="#13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social4">Perform your music at the Warehouse Coffeehouse</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_GSC1"><font size="4" color="993333">GSC Academics, Research, and Careers Meeting</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: GSC Academics, Research, and Careers Meeting
<br><b>When</b>: Tuesday, March 19, 2013
<br><b>Where</b>: GSC Office 50-220
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-arc@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-arc@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Do you want to improve the academic and professional experience of graduate students at MIT?</li>
<li>Would you like to be involved in one of the ARC committee projects?</li>
<li>Would you like to learn about ARC Chair elections for next year?</li>
<li>Join us for our monthly meeting!</li>
<li>Dinner will be provided; <a href="http://signup.mit.edu/151502864" target="_blank">please RSVP here</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_GSC2"><font size="4" color="993333">Submissions for The Graduate - <b><i><u>Get paid if your article is chosen!</u></i></b></font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Submissions for The Graduate - <b><i><u>Get paid if your article is chosen!</u></i></b>
<br><b>When</b>: Submissions due by April 8, 2013
<br><b>Where</b>: <a href="http://gsc.mit.edu/the-graduate-article-submissions/" target="_blank">Details here, including submissions suggestions</a>
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsn-editor@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsn-editor@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Are you interested in writing articles? Do you want your article to be published?</li>
<li>Do you have tips to help graduate students transition into life after MIT?</li>
<li>Write an article for The Graduate! If your submission is chosen for publication, receive a $15 gift card!</li>
<li>The Graduate is looking for submissions for its next issue, "AFTER LIFE". For ideas and details, see webpage above</li>
<li>Articles must be around 600 words. Please submit a photo with your article, if possible!</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional1"><font size="4" color="993333">Business Etiquette Around the World</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Business Etiquette Around the World
<br><b>When</b>: Thursday March 21 from 1130 a.m. - 1 p.m.
<br><b>Where</b>: Bush Room 10-05
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gecd@mit.edu" target="_blank">gecd@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Are you interested in working globally? At this roundtable you will learn:</li>
<li>Work styles and expectations around the world</li>
<li>Life experiences abroad</li>
<li>How to create successful relationships with supervisors and coworkers</li>
<li>Sponsored by Global Education & Career Development and MIT spouses&partners</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional2"><font size="4" color="993333">MIT BioEnergy Lecture Series - Joule Fuels: Liquid Fuel from the Sun</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: MIT BioEnergy Lecture Series - Joule Fuels: A Transformative Production Platform for Liquid Fuel from the Sun.
<br><b>When</b>: Thursday, March 21, 4-5 pm
<br><b>Where</b>: 54-100
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:kunjapur@MIT.EDU" target="_blank">kunjapur@MIT.EDU</a>
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<li>Talk by Dan Robertson, Senior Vice President of Joule Fuels.</li>
<li>Learn how biofuel can be made using sunlight, waste CO2 and brackish water.</li>
<li>Direct photosynthetic conversion to fuels and commodity products.</li>
<li>Refreshments will be provided.</li>
<li>Brought to you by the MIT BioEnergy Community and SynBERC.</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional3"><font size="4" color="993333">MIT Water Night 2013</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: MIT Water Night 2013
<br><b>When</b>: Thursday March 21st, 5:00-8:30 pm
<br><b>Where</b>: Morss Hall, Walker Memorial, MIT Bldg. 50
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:xux@mit.edu" target="_blank">xux@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Join the MIT 1st Water Night featuring a big social-academic showcase</li>
<li>About 40 researchers will present their research on water-related topics</li>
<li>Great opportunity to network with people in water-related field</li>
<li>Registration is free; <a href="http://goo.gl/v7uiD" target="_blank">register here</a></li>
<li>More info and list of presenters at <a href="http://waterclub.mit.edu/" target="_blank">our website</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional4"><font size="4" color="993333">Science Policy Lunch with Dr. Bina Venkataraman</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Science policy lunch with Dr. Bina Venkataraman
<br><b>When</b>: March 22, 12-1 pm
<br><b>Where</b>: Please RSVP to contact email for room number
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:spi-lunch@mit.edu" target="_blank">spi-lunch@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Meet the Director of Global Policy Initiatives at the Broad Institute!</li>
<li>Dr. Venkataraman is also a member of President Obama's science advisory council (PCAST).</li>
<li>Please RSVP to receive room location.</li>
<li>Sponsored by GSC</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional5"><font size="4" color="993333">Global Fellows Program Applications Extended!</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Global Fellows Program Applications Extended!
<br><b>When</b>: Due March 25, 2013 midnight
<br><b>Where</b>: <a href="http://gecd.mit.edu/about/global_fellows_application_form" target="_blank">Apply here</a>
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:globalphd@mit.edu" target="_blank">globalphd@mit.edu</a>
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<li>5-day interactive workshop with 20 MIT PhD students & 20 Imperial College London PhD students; sponsors: ODGE, DUE, & GECD; now in its third year</li>
<li>Build professional skills: collaboration, teamwork, project dev’t, communication, presentation; <a href="http://gecd.mit.edu/go_abroad/global_fellows_program" target="_blank">more info here</a></li>
<li>Program dates: June 24-28, 2013; program is residential, in Sharon, MA; must attend entire program; fellowship covers program, travel, most meals</li>
<li>Eligibility: PhD students who will have passed quals by June; see video: <a href="http://ttv.mit.edu/videos/19728-mit-imperial-global-fellows-program" target="_blank">http://ttv.mit.edu/videos/19728-mit-imperial-global-fellows-program</a></li>
<li>Apply by March 25 midnight: <a href="http://gecd.mit.edu/about/global_fellows_application_form" target="_blank">application here</a>; copy application before submitting; for more info, email <a href="mailto:globalphd@mit.edu" target="_blank">globalphd@mit.edu</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Academic-Professional6"><font size="4" color="993333">Weekly Case Practice</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Weekly Case Practice
<br><b>When</b>: Wednesdays at 5:30pm
<br><b>Where</b>: Not known yet (building 56)
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:curuksu@mit.edu" target="_blank">curuksu@mit.edu</a>
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<li>The Consulting Club at MIT (CCM) invites you to the weekly case practice which will take place every Wednesday at 5:30pm and start on April 3.</li>
<li>If you are thinking about an eventual career in consulting or simply want to explore alternative career paths, the one-on-one case practice is an opportunity to take a first step in developing your business problem solving skills.</li>
<li>Business expertise is not required. Pairs will be formed on site based on level of experience. Complete beginners are very welcome.</li>
<li>You can contact me for more information or if you want to join.</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular1"><font size="4" color="993333">Public Service at MIT Focus Groups</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Public Service at MIT Focus Groups
<br><b>When</b>: Tuesday 3/19 or Friday 3/22 at Noon
<br><b>Where</b>: 35-329
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:jhy@mit.edu" target="_blank">jhy@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Free lunch will be served !!</li>
<li>Get a chance to have your voice heard</li>
<li>Please RSVP by email or <a href="http://goo.gl/Rys5K" target="_blank">online here</a></li>
<li>Fill the survey for a chance to win a gift; <a href="http://goo.gl/d6i5e" target="_blank">click here</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular2"><font size="4" color="993333">Apply to Join the MIT Energy Club Leadership Team</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Apply to Join the MIT Energy Club Leadership Team
<br><b>When</b>: Friday, March 22.
<br><b>Where</b>: <a href="http://goo.gl/kMKbG" target="_blank">Click here</a>
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:energyclub@mit.edu" target="_blank">energyclub@mit.edu</a>
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<li>The MIT Energy Club is excited to open applications for all MIT students who want to join the 2013/2014 leadership team.</li>
<li>Drive new thinking, connect with industry leaders and have fun with other students who share a passion for energy.</li>
<li>Whether you have energy experience or you want to learn more about this dynamic and complex industry, the Energy Club is for you.</li>
<li>Apply at <a href="http://goo.gl/kMKbG" target="_blank">the link here</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular3"><font size="4" color="993333">Hacking Arts: Ideate</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Hacking Arts: Ideate
<br><b>When</b>: April 6, 10am-4pm
<br><b>Where</b>: MIT Sloan School of Management - Building E62, Room 233
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:kstetson@mit.edu" target="_blank">kstetson@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Cross-disciplinary IdeaStorm and Pitchathon</li>
<li>Who should attend? Entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, designers, engineers, developers</li>
<li>Let's produce entrepreneurial visions for technology-based projects and ventures in music, film/tv, performing arts, visual arts, and fashion.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.hackingarts.com" target="_blank">Register here!</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Extracurricular4"><font size="4" color="993333">Write an Article About Your Research for the Tech!</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Write an article about your research for the Tech!
<br><b>When</b>: Rolling
<br><b>Where</b>: --
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:emoberg@mit.edu" target="_blank">emoberg@mit.edu</a>; <a href="mailto:cl@the-tech.mit.edu" target="_blank">cl@the-tech.mit.edu</a>
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<li>Gain practice writing about your research for a broad audience</li>
<li>Send your article home to friends and family</li>
<li>500-1000 words; will be edited by Campus Life editors before appearing in the Tech</li>
<li>Anecdotal or informal tone is great</li>
<li>E-mail with questions or pieces!</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Misc1"><font size="4" color="993333">GradRat Ring Redesign Survey (+ gift card raffle!)</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: GradRat Ring Redesign Survey (+ gift card raffle!)
<br><b>When</b>: Due: March 25, 2013
<br><b>Where</b>: n/a
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:Gradrat_design_2013@mit.edu" target="_blank">Gradrat_design_2013@mit.edu</a>
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<li>The GradRat ring is being redesigned for next year and we are looking for input!</li>
<li>Please fill out our 5-minute survey <a href="http://goo.gl/avNIy" target="_blank">by clicking here</a></li>
<li>10 random participants will be awarded a $50 Amazon gift card</li>
<li>For more detailed input or ideas, please e-mail <a href="mailto:Gradrat_design_2013@mit.edu" target="_blank">Gradrat_design_2013@mit.edu</a></li>
<li>We will collect input until March 25, 2013.</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social1"><font size="4" color="993333">Tang Hall Sushi Making Workshop</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Tang Hall Sushi Making Workshop
<br><b>When</b>: Wed March 20th, 7:30PM
<br><b>Where</b>: Tang Hall Lounge, 24th floor
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:tang-government@mit.edu" target="_blank">tang-government@mit.edu</a>
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<li>All the supplies to make sushi will be available and you can learn to make your own!</li>
<li>Come with some friends to have a fun dinner and learn to make sushi yourself!</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social2"><font size="4" color="993333">Third Annual Grad Art Soiree</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Third Annual Grad Art Soiree
<br><b>When</b>: March 20th, 7:30-10pm
<br><b>Where</b>: New Media Lab 6th Floor
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-arts@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-arts@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Munch on canapes, sip some Chardonnay, listen to jazz quartet, and enjoy fine art by the MIT community, all FREE!</li>
<li>Our third annual graduate art soiree showcases graduate student art</li>
<li>The event is limited and you must be 21+ to register. You may bring a guest (also 21+).</li>
<li>If you (or someone you know) has art that you would like to display, please contact us.</li>
<li>Reserve your place now! <a href="http://tinyurl.com/MITArtSoiree2013" target="_blank">Click here</a></li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social3"><font size="4" color="993333">TPSS Canadian Culture Night</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: TPSS Canadian Culture Night
<br><b>When</b>: Thursday, March 21, 8:30 pm - 10 pm
<br><b>Where</b>: NW30, The Warehouse
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:jdls@mit.edu" target="_blank">jdls@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Please join the Technology Policy Students Society for an evening of Canadian culture.</li>
<li>The event will feature Canadian food, a Canadian raffle, and even an opportunity to mingle with real, live Canadians.</li>
<li>Plaid or red serge attire is strongly encouraged.</li>
<li>Hosted by TPSS and sponsored by ARCADE.</li>
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<p><a name="13d7e305c1bb4771_13d7e2db15448c3d_Social4"><font size="4" color="993333">Perform your music at the Warehouse Coffeehouse</font></a>
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<br><b>What</b>: Perform your music at the Warehouse Coffeehouse
<br><b>When</b>: April 10, 7:30-9:00pm
<br><b>Where</b>: The Warehouse (NW30, 224 Albany St.)
<br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:iblank@mit.edu" target="_blank">iblank@mit.edu</a>
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<li>Do you play an instrument/sing? Solo musicians and bands, come showcase your music at our annual Coffeehouse night!</li>
<li>Play your favorite music, your own original pieces, or both.</li>
<li>Want to perform? e-mail Idan (<a href="mailto:iblank@mit.edu" target="_blank">iblank@mit.edu</a>) by April 1st</li>
<li>What are you waiting for? Start rehearsing. It's going to be epic.</li>
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