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<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_GSC1">Submit an article for the next issue of "The Graduate" and get paid!</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_GSC2">High Profile Publishing in Molecular Biology</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_GSC2">Graduate Forum on Hacking, Ethics, and Community</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666">Academic-Professional</span> <u></u><u></u></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional1">IDEAS Global Challenge Deadline - Second Chance to Enter!</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional2">Careers in Science Communication Panel</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional3">"How to Tell a Story in Four Minutes" featuring NPR reporter David Kestenbaum</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional4">ESD.S30: Electric Power System Modeling for a Low Carbon Economy</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional5">Call for Papers: ASME 12th Fuel Cell Science, Engineering & Technology Conference</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional6">Institute Career Assistance Network Information Session for Graduate Students</a> <u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional7">Talk by Prof. David Mindell on MIT Innovation Initiative</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional8">Online Education Policy Panel</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional9">FSILG Graduate Resident Advisor Applications</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional10">MIT Sloan Women In Management Conference</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional11">MIT Transportation Showcase: "Transportation for Tomorrow"</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional12">Tech Conference - Disrupting Life</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional13">Grad. Student Position: Survey design, management and data analyst</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional14">Grad Community Fellows - Open Positions</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional15">Spring 2014 Doctoral Course on Technology and Organizations</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666">Extracurricular</span> <u></u><u></u></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular1">First Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans meeting - MIT Chapter start-up</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular2">Community Service Opportunity - Volunteer for CityDay IAP</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular3">MIT Community Service Fund Grants</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular4">Cool science video competition</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666">Misc</span> <u></u><u></u></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Misc1">Apply to Join The Coop's 2014-2015 Board of Directors!</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Misc2">getfit@mit 2014 registration open</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Misc3">Learnto.com - Learn, teach, and meet other MIT Grad Students</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666">Social</span> <u></u><u></u></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Social1">Relaxation and Mindfulness Workshop</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Social2">Toast to IAP 2014</a><u></u><u></u></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Social3">GCF Cook-Off</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Social4">Hockey Night at the Thirsty Ear</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal">
<a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Social5">Oil and gas social</a><u></u><u></u></li><li class="MsoNormal"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_Social6">Monthly Community Lunch</a><u></u><u></u></li></ul><div style="border-top:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-left:none;border-bottom:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-right:none;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">
<h1 align="center" style="text-align:center;border:none;padding:0in"><span style="color:#666666">GSC<u></u><u></u></span></h1></div><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_GSC1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Submit an article for the next issue of "<i>The Graduate</i>" and get paid!</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Submit an article for the next issue of "<i>The Graduate</i>" and get paid! <br><b>When</b>: Submission Deadline: Friday, January 24th, 5pm <br><b>Where</b>: -- <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsn-editor@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsn-editor@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Themed "<i>Spring Forward</i>," the next issue of "The Graduate" will provide MIT grad students with information, advice, and stories<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">about how to use the Spring semester to plan summer research projects, to find awesome internships, and to arrange amazing travel opportunities.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">We seek article submissions from students with their personal stories and best advice on how to arrange for a productive and career-enhancing Summer starting in the Spring.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">If your article is selected for publication, you will receive a $50 Amazon.com Giftcard.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Send article submissions to <a href="mailto:%20gsn-editor@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsn-editor@mit.edu</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_GSC2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">High Profile Publishing in Molecular Biology</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: High Profile Publishing in Molecular Biology <br><b>When</b>: January 29th, 3-5pm <br><b>Where</b>: Room 69-181 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-arc@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-arc@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Learn more about current trends in the field of molecular biology, the role of the scientific journal editor, and best practices for getting published.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Featuring a presentation by Helene Hodak and Marina Ostankovitch - the scientific editors of the Journal of Molecular Biology.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Followed by a panel discussion including MIT Professor Amy Keating.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Sponsored by the Graduate Student Council and Elsevier.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_GSC3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Graduate Forum on Hacking, Ethics, and Community</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Graduate Forum on Hacking, Ethics, and Community <br><b>When</b>: Thurs., January 30th, 5:00-6:00pm <br><b>Where</b>: Mezzanine Lounge, Student Center (W20-307) <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:gsc-officers@mit.edu" target="_blank">gsc-officers@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">We invite you to participate in an MIT graduate student forum on questions from the report on<a href="http://swartz-report.mit.edu" target="_blank">"MIT and the Prosecution of Aaron Swartz."</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">You will have the opportunity to share your views on hacking, ethics, responsibility, and community, as well as other issues raised in the report. Among the questions we invite input on are: <u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">-- What lessons can we draw for MIT’s hacker culture from the Aaron Swartz case? <u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">-- Should an MIT education address the personal ethics and legal obligations of technology empowerment?<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">-- What are the moral, ethical, and legal challenges that face MIT and the broader community in our increasingly technological and connected society?<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Hosted by Faculty Chair Steven Hall and Biology Professor Chris Kaiser<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The forum will take place on January 30 from 5:00-6:00 pm in the Mezzanine Lounge at the Student Center (W20-307).<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><div style="border-top:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-left:none;border-bottom:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-right:none;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">
<h1 align="center" style="text-align:center;border:none;padding:0in"><span style="color:#666666">Academic-Professional<u></u><u></u></span></h1></div><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">IDEAS Global Challenge Deadline - Second Chance to Enter!</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: IDEAS Global Challenge Deadline - Second Chance to Enter! <br><b>When</b>: Wednesday, Jan 22 by 11:59pm <br><b>Where</b>: Online Submissions <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:globalchallenge@mit.edu" target="_blank">globalchallenge@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Working on an innovative project that makes a positive change in the world?<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Start a team and enter the IDEAS Global Challenge for a chance to win upto $10k per team to make your idea a reality!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">All teams must submit at least one Scope Statement to be considered for the final round of proposals; the last chance to submit is Feb 25.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Teams must be led by a full-time MIT student and must demonstrate that MIT students have made a significant contribution to the project.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Enter online. Details at <a href="http://globalchallenge.mit.edu/competition/how-to-enter" target="_blank">http://globalchallenge.mit.edu/competition/how-to-enter</a>.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Careers in Science Communication Panel</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Careers in Science Communication Panel <br><b>When</b>: Thursday, January 23rd 3:00 to 5:00 PM <br><b>Where</b>: 6-321 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:kjmanke@mit.edu" target="_blank">kjmanke@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Learn about career paths in science communication from a panel of experts in the field including:<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Laura Grego, Senior Scientist, Global Security Program, Union of Concerned Scientists<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Deborah Douglas, Director of Collections and Curator of Science and Technology, MIT Museum<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Bethany Halford, Senior Editor, Chemical and Engineering News<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Jenny Rood, Biology Ph.D and Master’s Student, MIT Graduate Program in Science Writing<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">"How to Tell a Story in Four Minutes" featuring NPR reporter David Kestenbaum</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: "How to Tell a Story in Four Minutes" featuring NPR reporter David Kestenbaum <br><b>When</b>: Friday, January 24th at 4:00 PM <br><b>Where</b>: Harvard University Geological Lecture Hall <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:kjmanke@mit.edu" target="_blank">kjmanke@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">David Kestenbaum, Ph.D. physicist and NPR reporter, will give the keynote address for the ComSciCon-local workshop<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Learn how to weave complex technical information into a compelling narrative<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Free and open to the public!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">For more information and directions, visit <a href="http://comscicon.com" target="_blank">comscicon.com</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional4"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">ESD.S30: Electric Power System Modeling for a Low Carbon Economy</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: ESD.S30: Electric Power System Modeling for a Low Carbon Economy <br><b>When</b>: Monday, Jan 27 - Friday, Jan 31 9:00AM - 1:00PM <br><b>Where</b>: E51-057 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:maitepa@mit.edu" target="_blank">maitepa@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">This 5-session intensive course will present power system analysis techniques that will help in modeling and understanding the role of electric power<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Learn how to formulate mathematical models that incorporate the challenges of today power systems!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">A collection of prototypes and the use of these models in some real-world applications will be presented.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Opportunity for study of advanced topics in ESD not otherwise included in the curriculum.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Pre-register on WebSIS and attend first class.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional5"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Call for Papers: ASME 12th Fuel Cell Science, Engineering & Technology Conference</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Call for Papers: ASME 12th Fuel Cell Science, Engineering & Technology Conference <br><b>When</b>: Abstracts Due: January 30, 2014 <br><b>Where</b>: <a href="http://www.asmeconferences.org/ESFuelCell2014/Author/NewAbstract.cfm" target="_blank">http://www.asmeconferences.org/ESFuelCell2014/Author/NewAbstract.cfm</a> <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:toolboxhelp@asme.org" target="_blank">toolboxhelp@asme.org</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Call for Abstracts and Papers for the ASME 2014 12th Fuel Cell Science, Engineering and Technology Conference is now posted:<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt"><a href="http://www.asmeconferences.org/ESFUELCELL2014/" target="_blank">http://www.asmeconferences.org/ESFUELCELL2014/</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please consider submitting a 400 word abstract by January 30th, 2014.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional6"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Institute Career Assistance Network Information Session for Graduate Students</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Institute Career Assistance Network Information Session for Graduate Students <br><b>When</b>: Wednesday, January 29 at 6:30 p.m. <br><b>Where</b>: Thirsty Ear, NW35 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:katiemaloney@mit.edu" target="_blank">katiemaloney@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Institute Career Assistance Network (ICAN) connects MIT alumni with each other & students to facilitate career strategies.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Come to learn more about ICAN. See how you can identify an advisor & meet local graduate alumni who serve as career advisors.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Free appetizers & first round of drinks followed by cash bar.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">21+, Government Issued ID required: Driver’s License/Passport<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Registration required: <a href="https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1314/03-alumni/wide.aspx?sid=1314&gid=13&pgid=17788&cid=30176&fid=30176&gfid=34889&uf=53226.5322" target="_blank">https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1314/03-alumni/wide.aspx?sid=1314&gid=13&pgid=17788&cid=30176&fid=30176&gfid=34889&uf=53226.5322</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional7"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Talk by Prof. David Mindell on MIT Innovation Initiative</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Talk by Prof. David Mindell on MIT Innovation Initiative <br><b>When</b>: Friday 1/31 9-10am <br><b>Where</b>: 56-114 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:dillon@mit.edu" target="_blank">dillon@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Take part in a talk and discussion with Professor Mindell<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Learn about the work of the new MIT Innovation Initiative<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Talk will be followed by a panel on online education<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional8"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Online Education Policy Panel</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Online Education Policy Panel <br><b>When</b>: Friday 1/31 10am-11:30am <br><b>Where</b>: 56-114 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:ro_br@mit.edu" target="_blank">ro_br@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p><ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Take part in this panel and discussion about online education, to conclude the 2014 IAP Science Policy Bootcamp with:<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Karen Willcox of the Institute Task Force on the Future of MIT education; Vijay Kumar from the Office of Educational Innovation and Technology;<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Lee Rubenstein, VP of Business Development at edX; Louisa Rosenheck, Research Manager for MIT's Scheller Teacher Education Program;<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">and Jonathan Haber, journalist who attempted in 2013 to take the equivalent of a BA's worth of classes, all MOOCs.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">To follow a talk by MIT's David Mindell of the Innovation Initiative (9-10am, same room).<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional9"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">FSILG Graduate Resident Advisor Applications</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: FSILG Graduate Resident Advisor Applications <br><b>When</b>: Accepting applications now until February 7th <br><b>Where</b>: <a href="http://studentlife.mit.edu/fsilg/ra/information" target="_blank">http://studentlife.mit.edu/fsilg/ra/information</a> <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:mccready@mit.edu" target="_blank">mccready@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Serve as a live-in mentor and role model for MIT undergraduates.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Create a safe and inclusive environment for MIT students to live and learn.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Provide FSILG undergraduate residents with programming, resources, and positive learning experiences so they can thrive at MIT.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please contact Assistant Director of FSILGs, Adam McCready, with any questions!<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional10"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">MIT Sloan Women In Management Conference</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: MIT Sloan Women In Management Conference <br><b>When</b>: February 8, 2014 <br><b>Where</b>: MIT Media Lab <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:swimofficers@mit.edu" target="_blank">swimofficers@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The 2014 SWIM Conference, entitled Challenge Accepted, is about facing these events head-on — whether you hope to start your own business or lead in another field.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13..5pt">We will hear from leaders across a variety of industries that have achieved success in often arduous environments.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Tickets are selling fast, so make sure you buy yours today before they sell out: <a href="http://sloanwomeninmanagement2014conference.com/register/" target="_blank">http://sloanwomeninmanagement2014conference.com/register/</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Speakers include MIT alumni: Stephanie Sonnabend (former CEO of Sonesta Hotels), Stephanie Fohn (CEO of WhiteHat Security)<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Also, apply to win $1000 at the Pitch Contest.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional11"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">MIT Transportation Showcase: "Transportation for Tomorrow"</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: MIT Transportation Showcase: "Transportation for Tomorrow" <br><b>When</b>: Wednesday February 12, 6pm-9pm <br><b>Where</b>: MIT Museum <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:transportation.showcase@mit.edu" target="_blank">transportation.showcase@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">If you are interested in transportation, join us for the 4th edition of the MIT Transportation Showcase!<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The event features the transportation research carried out at MIT with the goal of strengthening the connections among the transportation community!<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Participate! Come to meet your peers, network, find career opportunities, and learn about the transportation research carried out at MIT!<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">You can also present your research, submit your resumen, and/or help as a volunteer!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">You can find more information at: <a href="http://transportclub.mit.edu/showcase.html" target="_blank">http://transportclub.mit.edu/showcase.html</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional12"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Tech Conference - Disrupting Life</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Tech Conference - Disrupting Life <br><b>When</b>: Feb. 22nd, 8:30am-4:30pm <br><b>Where</b>: MIT Media Lab <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:nakul@mit.edu" target="_blank">nakul@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">This conference will be centered around the theme of technologies that are disrupting life.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Keynotes by founders of companies that create Flying Cars and in quantum computing<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Panels with startups that are disrupting life in Education, Wearable Devices, Markets and Communities<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Website: <a href="http://disruptinglife.mitsloantech.com/" target="_blank">http://disruptinglife.mitsloantech.com/</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional13"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Grad. Student Position: Survey design, management and data analyst</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Grad. Student Position: Survey design, management and data analyst <br><b>When</b>: As soon as possible <br><b>Where</b>: MIT, D-Lab (N51-3rd Fl.) <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:idin-survey@mit.edu" target="_blank">idin-survey@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">10 hours a week for at least six weeks<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Looking for a grad. student with experience with survey methodology and design<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Join D-Lab and help us survey the IDIN Network's 's global network of 350 innovators that are using technology to address issues in global poverty.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">You may conduct analysis of survey data, including some network mapping and analysis.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt"><a href="https://d-lab.mit.edu/opps/survey-design-management-and-data-analyst" target="_blank">https://d-lab.mit.edu/opps/survey-design-management-and-data-analyst</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional14"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Grad Community Fellows - Open Positions</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Grad Community Fellows - Open Positions <br><b>When</b>: As Soon As Possible <br><b>Where</b>: -- <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:icuevas@mit.edu" target="_blank">icuevas@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Graduate Community Fellows program has two open positions to fill.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Interested students can obtain further information by clicking on the link below.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt"><a href="http://odge.mit.edu/community/gcf/" target="_blank">http://odge.mit.edu/community/gcf/</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Academic-Professional15"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Spring 2014 Doctoral Course on Technology and Organizations</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Spring 2014 Doctoral Course on Technology and Organizations <br><b>When</b>: Thursdays: 8:30am - 11:30am <br><b>Where</b>: E62-587 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:wanda@mit.edu" target="_blank">wanda@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">This course will examine the assumptions, concepts, theories, and methodologies that inform research into the organizational aspects of technology.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">It will cover research into the design, implementation, use, change, and implications of information technology within and across organizations.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">A particular focus will be the philosophies and assumptions underlying the theories and guiding the empirical studies in this research domain.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Open to all graduate students interested in the social implications of information technology.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Course 15.576; 12 units<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<div style="border-top:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-left:none;border-bottom:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-right:none;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in"><h1 align="center" style="text-align:center;border:none;padding:0in"><span style="color:#666666">Extracurricular<u></u><u></u></span></h1>
</div><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">First Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans meeting - MIT Chapter start-up</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: First Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans meeting - MIT Chapter start-up <br><b>When</b>: Monday, January 20th at 6pm <br><b>Where</b>: 66-319 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:markita@mit.edu" target="_blank">markita@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The National Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) welcomes you to the first MIT chapter meeting<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">MIT is starting a local chapter, and we are inviting everyone to join our efforts in getting our chapter started strong!<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Everyone is welcome, and we will provide dinner.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">There are many opportunities for leadership, professional development, and presenting your work at national conferences within SACNAS<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Community Service Opportunity - Volunteer for CityDay IAP</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Community Service Opportunity - Volunteer for CityDay IAP <br><b>When</b>: Wednesday, January 29, 2014, 9:00AM-5:00PM <br><b>Where</b>: Various Locations in Cambridge & Boston <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:boivink@mit.edu" target="_blank">boivink@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">We invite all members of the MIT Community to join us for the third annual IAP community service day, CityDay IAP!<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">This event is part of a year-long CityDays Campaign, to build community service activities that are easily accessible for the MIT Community.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please register by January 23rd! The IAP event will take place Wednesday, January 29.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">There are four locations and several times during the day in which you may volunteer.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please see the registration page (<a href="http://bit.ly/citydayIAP" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/citydayIAP</a>) for more details and service locations<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Public Transportation fees to/from service placement provided!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Details about opportunities can be found <a href="http://student.mit.edu/searchiap/iap-9289af8d4345995301434989e1280040.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">MIT Community Service Fund Grants</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: MIT Community Service Fund Grants <br><b>When</b>: Deadline for submission: 1/31 <br><b>Where</b>: MIT <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:csf-staff@mit.edu" target="_blank">csf-staff@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Community Service Grants available for faculty, staff, and students!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">The MIT Community Service Fund gives grants to support the public service initiatives of the entire MIT community<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Apply by January 31 for the winter cycle<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">More information is available at <a href="http://csf.mit.edu" target="_blank">http://csf.mit.edu</a><u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Extracurricular4"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Cool science video competition</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Cool science video competition <br><b>When</b>: Deadline: March 20, 2014 <br><b>Where</b>: <a href="http://sciex.mit.edu" target="_blank">http://sciex.mit.edu</a> <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:sciex@mit.edu" target="_blank">sciex@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Can you make a short video about science or engineering that is just as exciting as a video about extreme sports?<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Requirements: 1-10 minute video showing exciting aspects of science or engineering, and the awesome scientists/engineers behind it all.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Target audience: the general public (including kids) should think your video is cool<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Prizes: 1st ($500), 2nd ($200), 3rd ($100)<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Visit <a href="http://sciex.mit.edu" target="_blank">http://sciex.mit.edu</a> for more details! (sponsored by the ODGE)<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><div style="border-top:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-left:none;border-bottom:dashed #666666 1.0pt;border-right:none;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">
<h1 align="center" style="text-align:center;border:none;padding:0in"><span style="color:#666666">Misc<u></u><u></u></span></h1></div><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Misc1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Apply to Join The Coop's 2014-2015 Board of Directors!</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Apply to Join The Coop's 2014-2015 Board of Directors! <br><b>When</b>: Accepting Nominations Starting January 29th; Deadline is February 19th <br><b>Where</b>: <a href="http://www.thecoop.com" target="_blank">www.thecoop.com</a> <br>
<b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:aepowell@thecoop.com" target="_blank">aepowell@thecoop.com</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Would you value an opportunity to gain practical business experience while you influence the way the Coop serves students and other members, and receive a stipend, too? <u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Coop is now accepting applications from interested Harvard and MIT undergraduate and graduate degree candidate students to serve during the 2014-2015 academic school year.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Coop Board of Directors meets approximately six times during the school year, and offers exposure to every aspect of business management.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Apply online at <a href="http://www.thecoop.com" target="_blank">www.thecoop.com</a> beginning January 29th.<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Misc2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">getfit@mit 2014 registration open</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: getfit@mit 2014 registration open <br><b>When</b>: Registration Deadline: January 30th <br><b>Where</b>: MIT Community <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:getfit@mit.edu" target="_blank">getfit@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Registration is now open for MIT Medical's annual fitness challenge, getfit@mit! <a href="http://getfit.mit.edu" target="_blank">http://getfit.mit.edu</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Get your team of five to eight members registered before the end of the day on January 30. The challenge begins on February 3.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Looking for teammates? Visit our forum to connect with potential teammates: <a href="http://getfit.mit.edu/forum/find-a-team" target="_blank">http://getfit.mit.edu/forum/find-a-team</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Kick-off events: Happening Tuesday, January 14, on campus and in Lexington. Get the details at <a href="http://getfit.mit.edu/events/kickoff-event" target="_blank">http://getfit.mit.edu/events/kickoff-event</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">QUESTIONS? See our official rules (<a href="http://getfit.mit.edu/rules" target="_blank">http://getfit.mit.edu/rules</a>) and frequently asked questions (<a href="http://getfit.mit.edu/faq" target="_blank">http://getfit.mit.edu/faq</a>).<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Misc3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Learnto.com - Learn, teach, and meet other MIT Grad Students</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Learnto.com - Learn, teach, and meet other MIT Grad Students <br><b>When</b>: IAP <br><b>Where</b>: - <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:dhruvp@mit.edu" target="_blank">dhruvp@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Interested in learning new things, sharing what you love, and meeting other MIT grad students?<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Go to <a href="http://www.learnto.com" target="_blank">www.learnto.com</a> to sign up to teach and learn!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">You can already sign up to learn cooking, programming, tennis and much more<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">It's the best way to meet other MIT Graduate students and do something fun at the same time<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Completely free to use!<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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</div><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Social1"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Relaxation and Mindfulness Workshop</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Relaxation and Mindfulness Workshop <br><b>When</b>: 10:30am, Monday 20th of January 2014 <br><b>Where</b>: Student Center PDR 1 & 2 <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:minhtuev@mit.edu" target="_blank">minhtuev@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Join us for a day of mindfulness, yoga and relaxation<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Organized by MIT Wellness Center and Buddhist Student Group<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Please bring a bath towel and wear comfortable clothes for yoga.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Light lunch will be provided.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Social2"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Toast to IAP 2014</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Toast to IAP 2014 <br><b>When</b>: 01/22/2014, 6:30-8:30pm <br><b>Where</b>: R&D Pub (32-G410) <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:clintonb@mitcob.org" target="_blank">clintonb@mitcob.org</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Join us at the R&D Pub as we celebrate IAP and the 100th birthday of Tim the Beaver!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">We'll have games, prizes, food, and drinks.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Tickets are $5 for members (and a guest) and $10 for non-members. Admission includes a glass of champagne for the celebratory toast.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">For more info: <a href="http://boston.alumclub.mit.edu/s/1314/clubs-classes-interior.aspx?sid=1314&gid=10&pgid=17266&cid=29413&ecid=29413&crid=0&calpgid=858&ca" target="_blank">MIT Club of Boston Website</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
</ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Social3"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">GCF Cook-Off</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: GCF Cook-Off <br><b>When</b>: Friday, January 24, 6-8 pm <br><b>Where</b>: NW86, Sidney Pacific Owu Room <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>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Graduate Christian Fellowship small groups will engage in a friendly cook-off competition to vie for culinary supremacy.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Anyone in the graduate community is welcome to partake and judge the creations.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Co-sponsored by MIT-GCF and GSC Funding Board<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Social4"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Hockey Night at the Thirsty Ear</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Hockey Night at the Thirsty Ear <br><b>When</b>: Monday, Jan 27th at 7:00 <br><b>Where</b>: Thirsty Ear Pub 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>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Hockey Night at the Thirsty Ear!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Watch the Boston Bruins face the New York Islanders<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Dan Hunter, head coach of the MIT Hockey team, will be present for a talk and Q&A<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">10 wings for $2 special<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">21+ govt ID required<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Social5"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Oil and gas social</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br>
<b>What</b>: Oil and gas social <br><b>When</b>: Wednesday the 29th of January, 6PM-8PM <br><b>Where</b>: Muddy Charles <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:techgs-exec@mit.edu" target="_blank">techgs-exec@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p>
<ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The Tech Geophysical Society will host a get-together with the Society of Petroleum Engineers at the Muddy Charles.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">It is an opportunity for everyone interested in the oil and gas industry to get together and socialize.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">Members from TechGS and SPE will be around between 6PM and 8PM.<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">The event is GSC sponsored but unfortunately we will not be able to provide alcoholic beverages.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Hope to see you there and please remember to bring your ID!<u></u><u></u></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><a href="#143b09bf55f723b8_TOP">(back to index)</a> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
<p><a name="143b09bf55f723b8_Social6"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333">Monthly Community Lunch</span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"> </span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#666666"><br><b>What</b>: Monthly Community Lunch <br>
<b>When</b>: Saturday, February 1, 2014 <br><b>Where</b>: Bush Room (10-105) <br><b>Contact</b>: <a href="mailto:bgsa-exec@mit.edu" target="_blank">bgsa-exec@mit.edu</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666">
<span style="font-size:13.5pt">BGSA cordially invites the entire MIT Community to our "Monthly Community Lunch".<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">Make connections with your fellow MIT students and alumni.<u></u><u></u></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">There will be "FREE" food!<u></u><u></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#666666"><span style="font-size:13.5pt">RSVP at <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFNlUV82b0J6NUVYTWdzTmhoUG1iM0E6MA" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFNlUV82b0J6NUVYTWdzTmhoUG1iM0E6MA</a><u></u><u></u></span></li>
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<a href="mailto:gsc-secretary@mit.edu" target="_blank">Please contact us!</a> <u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><a href="http://gsc.mit.edu/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:blue;text-decoration:none"><img border="0" width="100" height="100" src="cid:image002.jpg@01CF15D7.B1D6CCB0" alt="http://gsc.mit.edu/uploads/Logos/GSC-Logo-MainSmall-Black.jpg"></span></a><span style="font-size:13.5pt;color:#993333"><u></u><u></u></span></p>
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