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<span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666">GSC - Graduate Student Council</span>
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<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC1">New Shuttle Line this Fall!</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC2">Join the VP of IS&T Selection Committee!</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC3">Summer/Fall Round II (Fall) Funding Board Cycle</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC4">GradRat New Ring Design Premiere</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC5">Submit an Article for the Next Issue of "The Graduate"</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666">Orientation 2013</span>
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<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation1">Orientation 2013, Volunteer Sign-up: Events Access and Free T-shirts</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation2">SP Orientation BBQ and Movie Night</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation3">Boston Harbor Cruise</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation4">Ashdown Orientation Dance Party</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation5">Sidney-Pacific Orientation Brunch</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation6">Ashdown House Dessert Night: Making Brigadeiros</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation7">Ashdown House Dessert Night: International Dessert Sampling</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation8">Graduate Orientation Olympics</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation9">SP Orientation Dance Party</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation10">Graduate Student Volunteer Day 2013</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation11">MITourist 2013: Orientation Photo Scavenger Hunt</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul>
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<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Academic-Professional1">TEDxCambridge Is Back</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul>
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<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular1">MIT PE online Registration</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular2">Introducing the Science Policy Initiative @ MIT</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular3">IronNerd Super Sprint Triathlon</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul>
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<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Family1">Families 101</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul>
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<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Social1">Grad Hillel Welcome Back BBQ</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Social2">MITBDT Dance Camp</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Social3">YouTube Night!</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Social4">GCF Welcome Dinner</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#140b9773feed2d7a_Social5">MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_GSC1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">New Shuttle Line this Fall!</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Institute launches a new Shuttle line this Fall to Imman Square, Union Square and East Cambridge
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<b>When</b>: September - December 2013 <br>
<b>Contact</b>: GSC Transportation Subcommittee <a href="mailto:gsc-hca-transportation@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-hca-transportation@mit.edu</a> <u></u>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The MIT Transportation and Parking Committee and the GSC Transportation Subcommittee are pleased to announce a new 4-month pilot program to offer an additional Shuttle line to the MIT Community.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The new line will serve Imman Square, Union Square and East Cambridge.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">It will run every day of the week, from 6 pm to 2:30 am on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and from 6 pm to 3:30 am on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Its continuation after December 2013 will depend critically on ridership numbers. So if you want it, use it!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Exact routing can be found <a href="http://gsc.mit.edu/hca/NewRoute2013.pdf" target="_blank">
here</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_GSC2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Join the VP of IS&T Selection Committee!</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Join the VP of IS&T Selection Committee! <br>
<b>When</b>: Application due September 1, 2013 <br>
<b>Where</b>: Email resume and a short statement to <a href="mailto:gsc-nominations@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-nominations@mit.edu</a> <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-nominations@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-nominations@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Background: MIT is searching for the next Vice President for Information Systems and Technology (IS&T)!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Benefits 1: Meet and work with MIT administers, faculties and staff and learn about the high level leadership team at MIT<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Benefit 2: Interview potential candidates and provide your input on the VP-IST position<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Benefit 3: Gain knowledge about the IS&T vision of support to the academic and research mission<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_GSC3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Summer/Fall Round II (Fall) Funding Board Cycle - Application to open soon</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Summer/Fall Round II (Fall) Funding Board Cycle - Application to open soon
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<b>When</b>: September 1, 2013 <br>
<b>Where</b>: <a href="https://gsc.mit.edu/funding-board-application/" target="_blank">
https://gsc.mit.edu/funding-board-application/</a> <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-treasurer@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-treasurer@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Applications to open soon for Summer/Fall Round II<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Cycle starts on Sept. 29th and ends on Dec 31st<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The application deadline is Sept. 15th<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please review the <a href="http://gsc.mit.edu/funding/groups/guidelines/" target="_blank">
GSC Funding Board Guidelines</a> prior to filling in your application.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_GSC4"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">GradRat New Ring Design Premiere</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: GradRat New Ring Design Premiere <br>
<b>When</b>: Thursday, September 5, 5pm - 7pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: Walker Memorial, Morss Hall (50-140) <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-ring@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-ring@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">We will be unveiling the new GradRat ring design for the next 5 years<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Chocolate, various desserts, and wine will be served<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">There will be several goodie giveaways!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">10 $50 discounts for the ring will be raffled off<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">You will be able to order rings or get sized as well<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_GSC5"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Submit an Article for the Next Issue of "The Graduate"</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Submit an Article for the Next Issue of "The Graduate" <br>
<b>When</b>: Deadline: Friday, September 6, 2013, 6pm <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsn-editor@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsn-editor@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The first issue of the school year will be entitled
<i>Rewind: Reflection</i>. <i>Rewind:Reflection</i> will present the stories behind the summer research, collaborative work, projects, or internships completed by MIT Graduate students.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Students should submit short, descriptive profile pieces about themselves and their summer work. Profiles should provide the audience with a clear understanding of the author's summer activities, their overall goals, and how they
were able to allow their research at MIT to transition into the real world.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The deadline to submit the articles is September 6th, 2013. Each profile should be 900 words or less, and written in article form. A high-resolution photo should be submitted as well.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">More details and a list of questions to guide your writing process are available
<a href="http://gsc.mit.edu/RewindReflection.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">If your article is chosen for publication, you will receive a $15 gift card!
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<span style="color:#666666">Orientation 2013<u></u><u></u></span></h1>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Orientation 2013, Volunteer Sign-up: Events Access and Free T-shirts</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Orientation 2013, Volunteer Sign-up: Events Access and Free T-shirts
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<b>When</b>: Now <br>
<b>Where</b>: On Campus <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-oc@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-oc@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The best welcome party of the year is finally here. Help us out, get events access and a free T-shirt.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Also you get to attend the event for free. You can sign up for as many events as you want.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Week one (8/25-8/31): <a href="https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=1649232481" target="_blank">
https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=1649232481</a><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Weeks two and three(9/07-9/14): <a href="https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=2104214892" target="_blank">
https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=2104214892</a><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Family Carnival (8/31 2pm to 6pm): <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ans0LX0Zak8-dHRJZTRVZjItNU9DcWhoY1F0SHJMNnc#gid=0" target="_blank">
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ans0LX0Zak8-dHRJZTRVZjItNU9DcWhoY1F0SHJMNnc#gid=0</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">SP Orientation BBQ and Movie Night</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: SP Orientation BBQ and Movie Night <br>
<b>When</b>: 08/27/2013, 6PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: SP Courtyard <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:sp-orientation-chair@mit.edu" target="_blank">sp-orientation-chair@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Enjoy a night of magic: incredibly tasty food prepared by our proud SP volunteers<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Play some mini games to win prizes, and watch the movie Oz the Great and Powerful on a giant outdoor screen.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Cash bar for drink is available. Must show Age 21+ ID to purchase alcohol.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Boston Harbor Cruise</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Boston Harbor Cruise <br>
<b>When</b>: August 28 @ 7pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: The Provincetown II (dock is at 200 Seaport Blvd) <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:schlusve@mit.edu" target="_blank">schlusve@mit.edu</a>; <a href="mailto:adubin@mit.edu" target="_blank">adubin@mit.edu</a>; <a href="mailto:nwang@mit.edu" target="_blank">nwang@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Come join us for the Boston Harbor Cruise!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Enjoy dancing, meeting the first years, and making new friends!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Dress to impress!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Food will be served and attendees must be 21+!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Get a ticket at the Orientation Info Booth or at <a href="https://gsc.scripts.mit.edu:444/ssl/em/?pg=1&id=37" target="_blank">
https://gsc.scripts.mit.edu:444/ssl/em/?pg=1&id=37</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation4"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Ashdown Orientation Dance Party</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Ashdown Orientation Dance Party <br>
<b>When</b>: Friday, August 30th, 9 PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: Ashdown House <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:ashdown-social@mit.edu" target="_blank">ashdown-social@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Great opportunity to meet new and current MIT Students!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Enjoy free pizza and burritos with Awesome Top 40 music!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Engaging games with prizes!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Get ready to get down in Ashdown!!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">ID verification required for alcohol consumption<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation5"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Sidney-Pacific Orientation Brunch</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Sidney Pacific Orientation Brunch <br>
<b>When</b>: 09/01/2013 12PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: Sidney-Pacific Mark Room <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:sp-brunch-chair@mit.edu" target="_blank">sp-brunch-chair@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">A chance to eat some good food and socialize with your new neighbors!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Help keep SP green by bringing your own plate and utensils<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation6"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Ashdown House Dessert Night: Making Brigadeiros</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Ashdown House Dessert Night: Making Brigadeiros <br>
<b>When</b>: Sunday, September 1st, 2-5pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: Ashdown NW-35 Hulsizer Room <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:ashdown-cultural@mit.edu" target="_blank">ashdown-cultural@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Try your hand at being a pastry chef by making brigadeiros (one of Brazil's most popular desserts)!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Reserve your spot at <a href="https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=AshdownDessertNight" target="_blank">https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=AshdownDessertNight</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sponsored by GSC Orientation Committee and Ashdown House<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation7"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Ashdown House Dessert Night: International Dessert Sampling</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Ashdown House Dessert Night: International Dessert Sampling <br>
<b>When</b>: Monday, September 2nd, 8-10pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: Ashdown NW-35 Hulsizer Room <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:ashdown-cultural@mit.edu" target="_blank">ashdown-cultural@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sample delightful desserts from all around the world!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Meet the diverse international community at MIT while satisfying your craving for sweets.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Desserts include: Chocolate Fountain, Cannoli, Saffron Ice Cream, Brigadeiros, and more!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sponsored by GSC Orientation Committee and Ashdown House<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation8"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Graduate Orientation Olympics</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Graduate Orientation Olympics <br>
<b>When</b>: 09/03/2013 2PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: Z center, Brigg's Field <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:sp-orientation-chair@mit.edu" target="_blank">sp-orientation-chair@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">An afternoon of Soccer, Frisbee, Unihoc, Volleyball, Badminton, Athletics and new friends!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Participants will be teamed on the spot to battle in a variety of sports.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Meet new friends, win prizes, enjoy the dinner served after the games!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The event is open to all MIT students, spouses & partners but is not suitable for children.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<b>What</b>: SP Orientation Dance Party <br>
<b>When</b>: 09/06/2013 9PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: SP Courtyard <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:sp-orientation-chair@mit.edu" target="_blank">sp-orientation-chair@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">DJ BIG from WPOT Hot 97 Boston radio station is leading this giant outdoor dance party to kick off your new semester<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Wear a tie or a costume for a chance to win a free drink.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Cash bar for alcohol will also be available.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Our SP Dance Cam will broadcast live your hottest moves. The question is, are you ready for a MIT weekend?<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation10"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Graduate Student Volunteer Day 2013</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Graduate Student Volunteer Day 2013 <br>
<b>When</b>: September 7 (8:30 am -2:30 pm) <br>
<b>Where</b>: Stratton Student Center (W20) <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:azubair@mit.edu" target="_blank">azubair@mit.edu</a>, <a href="mailto:afroz@mit.edu" target="_blank">afroz@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Graduate Student Volunteer Day (GSVD) is an excellent opportunity to meet fellow graduate students while providing service to the community.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The day consists of a registration and breakfast, a few hours of volunteering with a team of MIT grad students, and an appreciation lunch at the end.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Provide with an opportunity to mingle with new grad students while serving the community<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The event description is at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/2013-MIT-GSVD" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/2013-MIT-GSVD</a><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sign-up is required and deadline for signup is August 23, 2013: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/gsvd13" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/gsvd13</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation11"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">MITourist 2013: Orientation Photo Scavenger Hunt</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: MITourist 2013: Orientation Photo Scavenger Hunt <br>
<b>When</b>: 09/08/2013 3:00 PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: SP Mark Multipurpose Room <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:sp-scavenger-hunt@mit.edu" target="_blank">sp-scavenger-hunt@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Come to SP's Orientation Scavenger Hunt and get the chance to explore campus.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Dinner will be provided after the Scavenger Hunt where we'll show the solutions.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">To sign up, go to <a href="http://goo.gl/bF9RYX" target="_blank">http://goo.gl/bF9RYX</a><u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Teams should have between 5 and 8 people, but incomplete teams can sign up and will be merged later.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sign ups to the website will be open until 9/7.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Academic-Professional1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">TEDxCambridge Is Back</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: TEDxCambridge Is Back <br>
<b>When</b>: Friday, September 13, 6pm - 11pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: Various Locations Around Kendall Square <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:leap@mit.edu" target="_blank">leap@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Bringing new ideas to several stages around Kendall Square<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Features a new TEDx event format and audience experience<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Celebrating the world class innovation within Cambridge and the impact it is having globally<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please sign up to attend at <a href="http://www.tedxcambridge.com/apply/" target="_blank">http://www.tedxcambridge.com/apply/</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<b>What</b>: MIT PE online Registration <br>
<b>When</b>: Tues, Sept 3 at 8a - Wed, Sept 4 at 1p <br>
<b>Where</b>: <a href="http://mitpe.com" target="_blank">mitpe.com</a> <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:mitpe@mit.edu" target="_blank">mitpe@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Register for MIT PE courses:<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">SCUBA<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Kayaking<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Stand Up Paddleboarding<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Golf, Tennis, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Zumba, Yoga, Boot Camp for Athletes, and many more<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Introducing the Science Policy Initiative @ MIT</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Introducing the Science Policy Initiative @ MIT <br>
<b>When</b>: Tuesday, September 3, 12:00pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: Room 6-120 <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:spi-rsvp@mit.edu" target="_blank">spi-rsvp@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">MIT's Science Policy Initiative (SPI) is beginning the year with an introduction event for new and current graduate students<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">We'll introduce the goals and activities of SPI as well as the new Graduate Certificate Program in Science, Technology, and Policy<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Susan Solomon, Charles Stewart, and Richard de Neufville will talk about their experiences in the interaction between science and policy<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Space is limited; food will be provided.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please RSVP at <a href="mailto:spi-rsvp@mit.edu" target="_blank">spi-rsvp@mit.edu</a>!<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">IronNerd Super Sprint Triathlon</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: IronNerd Super Sprint Triathlon <br>
<b>When</b>: September 8th, 9:30AM-11:30AM <br>
<b>Where</b>: MIT Z-Center <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:morganh@mit.edu" target="_blank">morganh@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Ever wanted to try-a-tri? Curious about multisport events? Nervous about transitions?<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Iron Nerd is a super-sprint triathlon hosted on campus as a low-barrier entry into training and racing triathlon.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">New racers and veterans welcome. The event is open to MIT students, affiliates and friends of these communities<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">For more info and registration, please visit our site: <a href="http://triathlon.mit.edu" target="_blank">triathlon.mit.edu</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<b>What</b>: Families 101 <br>
<b>When</b>: Wednesday, August 28th, 10:30 AM - 12 PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: W20 - 306 (Twenty Chimneys) <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gfu@mit.edu" target="_blank">gfu@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Student, faculty and staff families invited!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Learn about pediatricians, childcare options, and family care at MIT<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Learn the best practices to managing family life while attending graduate school at MIT<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Part of GSC Orientation series, but event is open to all students<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Social1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Grad Hillel Welcome Back BBQ</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: Grad Hillel Welcome Back BBQ <br>
<b>When</b>: Monday, September 2nd, 2013 from 7PM-9PM <br>
<b>Where</b>: Kresge Oval (<a href="http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=G8" target="_blank">http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=G8</a>) (Rain location is W11-Main Dining Room)
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<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:oderberg@mit.edu" target="_blank">oderberg@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please join us for the 8th Annual Graduate Hillel Welcome Back BBQ! All MIT graduate students are welcome.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Start your semester off right with kosher burgers, hot-dogs, veggie burgers and more.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Come to learn about Jewish life at MIT.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Social2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">MITBDT Dance Camp</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: MITBDT Dance Camp <br>
<b>When</b>: Sep 3-5, 7; times vary <br>
<b>Where</b>: Locations vary <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:mitbdt-exec@mit.edu" target="_blank">mitbdt-exec@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Interested in learning about the award-winning ballroom dance team?<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Check out Dance Camp, a ballroom crash-course aimed at complete beginners.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">No partner is necessary. No experience is necessary. No registration is necessary.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">More information at: <a href="http://ballroom.mit.edu/index.php/2013/04/dance-camp-2013/" target="_blank">http://ballroom.mit.edu/index.php/2013/04/dance-camp-2013/</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
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<p><a name="140b9773feed2d7a_Social3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">YouTube Night!</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">
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<b>What</b>: YouTube Night! <br>
<b>When</b>: Tuesday, 9/3, 8pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: Thirsty Ear Pub, Ashdown House (NW35) <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:teec-officers@mit.edu" target="_blank">teec-officers@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Request videos and vote on the queue using your smart phone, tablet, or laptop. Submitters of top videos in each VJ-announced category win prizes!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Free snacks and soft drink. Bar and Kitchen open as usual at 7:30pm. Event starts 8pm. Kitchen open until 11pm.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sponsored by the Graduate Student Council. Hosted by the Thirsty Ear Executive Committee (TEEC)<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">21+ w/ govt photo ID only. Please have govt & MIT ID ready to show at door.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Thirsty Ear is MIT’s on-campus pub, serving dinner and drinks at grad student prices. <a href="http://thirsty-ear.mit.edu" target="_blank">http://thirsty-ear.mit.edu</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
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<b>What</b>: GCF Welcome Dinner <br>
<b>When</b>: Friday, September 6, 7-9 pm <br>
<b>Where</b>: W20-306 (Student Center) <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:mit-gcf-info@mit.edu" target="_blank">mit-gcf-info@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Graduate Christian Fellowship invites you to join fellow graduate students for a meal as we kick off a new academic year.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Come learn more about who we are as a fellowship, what we do, and why we think Jesus is relevant for all.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Everyone is welcome!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Co-sponsored by Graduate Christian Fellowship and GSC Funding Board<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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<b>What</b>: MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub <br>
<b>When</b>: Tues, Sep 10, 8p. Show starts 8:30p. <br>
<b>Where</b>: Thirsty Ear Pub, Ashdown House (NW35) <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:teec-comedy@mit.edu" target="_blank">teec-comedy@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Join us for another MIT Comedy Night, with headliner Shawn Carter (Boston Comedy Festival).<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Hosted by Thom Crowley, featuring Will Drevo, Sam Ike, Mickey McCauley, Ronan McGovern, Susana Vasserman, Zach Wener-Fligner.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Snacks and soda provided. Presented by the Thirsty Ear Executive Committee (TEEC).<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sponsored by GSC Funding Board, Peter de Florez '38 Humor Fund, and GradRat.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">21+ govt ID required for entry. Please have ready to show at the door.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
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