[GWAMIT] Announcements - Week of 10/1/12

[GWAMIT]

Dear GWAMIT Members,


Want to become more involved in GWAMIT?  Check out the information below on
how to become a Departmental Representative!


Enjoy the week,

*The GWAMIT Board
*Send your ideas to: gwamit-exec at mit.edu
Send your announcements to: gwamit-sec at mit.edu
Visit us: http://gwamit.org

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*GWAMIT:*
1. Become a GWAMIT Department Representative!
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*MIT:*
2. Path to Professorship Workshop (Oct. 26-27; Application due Oct. 1)
3. [WGS] "We Can Do It!" Photo Booth (Thu. Oct. 4, 12-4pm)
4. MIT Spouses & Partners Women, Art, and Thought Discussion Group (Thu.
Oct. 4, 4pm)
5. MIT Certificate Program in Science, Technology, and Policy (STP)
6. Join the Women's Ice Hockey Team!
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*Outside MIT:*
7. [de la Femme] Salary Negotiation Pod Event (Tues. Oct. 2, 6pm)
8. [Harvard] Preparing for Conference, Phone, and Video Interviews (Wed.
Oct. 3, 10-11:30am)
9. 2012 Women's Leadership Forum: The Successful You (Thu. Oct 4, 8am-5pm)
10. [WEST] Fall Networking Event (Thu. Oct. 11, 6:30-8:30pm)
11. VIPink (Thu. Oct. 25, 6-9pm)

To see more events beyond this week's digest visit
http://bit.ly/gwamitevents and http://bit.ly/gwamitinterest

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*1. Become a GWAMIT Department Representative!*

*Apply:* Department Rep application
form<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dG4zMDF3b1BTV29Vck1TWlJ1cWRFOWc6MQ#gid=0>

*Contact:* gwamit-sec at mit.edu (with any questions)

Interested in getting more involved with GWAMIT? Become a GWAMIT Department
Representative!

As a department rep, you will serve as the liaison between your department
and GWAMIT. This includes updating your department on GWAMIT events and
initiatives and letting us know if any issues related to graduate women in
your program arise. Its a great, *low time commitment* way to get involved
with GWAMIT and we are looking for multiple reps from each department!  If
interested fill out this
form<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dG4zMDF3b1BTV29Vck1TWlJ1cWRFOWc6MQ#gid=0>
and
keep an eye out for our upcoming General Board meeting in the next couple
of weeks.

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*2. Path to Professorship Workshop (Oct. 26-27; Application due Oct. 1)*

*When:* Friday, October 26, 1:00pm - Saturday, October 27, 5:00pm

*Application:* http://goo.gl/OuA08


Are you considering a career in academia?  Are you going to be seeking a
position in the next couple of years?  Are you concerned about navigating
the application and tenure process?

The Office of the Dean of Graduate Education is pleased to announce the
opening of this year’s application to our Path of Professorship workshop.
 This workshop is designed to provide graduate and post-doctoral women with
information about academic scientific careers and the application process.
 Each year we are able to gather a wonderful group of female professors
from MIT and beyond to talk about their experiences in academia.  This year
is no different and we are expecting an exciting and informative weekend.

Path of Professorship will run from Friday, October 26th at 1pm through
Saturday, October 27th at 5pm and cover topics ranging from “What
Institution is Right for You?” to “The Tenure Process.” More information is
available at: http://odge.mit.edu/development/pop/

***The application will close on October 1st and selected applicants
will be notified shortly thereafter.
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We strongly encourage all women with an interest in academia to apply.

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*3. [WGS] "We Can Do It!" Photo Booth (Thu. Oct. 4, 12-4pm)*
*When:* Thursday, October 4, 12-4pm

*Where:* Lobby 10


*Origins of "We Can Do It"* - For just two weeks in February 1942, J.
Howard Miller’s “We Can Do It!” poster of a young woman in blue  work
shirt, flexing her muscle and rolling up her sleeve, hung on the walls for
all Westinghouse wartime employees to see. Commissioned by the Westinghouse
War Production Coordinating Committee, Miller’s illustration was just one
in a series of posters designed to boost employee morale and strengthen
management-employee relations.****

That might have been the end of the story...except for what this beguiling
young woman has come to represent to women around the world.****

Women old enough to remember WWII, associate her with the millions of women
who showed they could do a man’s job...whether that be building P-51s,
B-29s, battle ships, trucks and jeeps; manufacturing ammunition for U.S.
fighting forces; working in offices; flying transport planes; or driving
trucks.****

Rosie’s wartime connection is only the beginning of the story. During the
60s and 70s, another generation resurrected Miller’s image and embraced the
poster as its own. She became the symbol of the women’s
movement...representing empowerment, strength and equal rights. “We Can Do
It!” became their motto.****

Rosie the Riveter embodies women’s ability to step up to a challenge and
get the job done. Join WGS in celebrating this iconic image by taking your
picture - 10/4/12.

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*4. MIT Spouses & Partners Women, Art, and Thought Discussion Group (Thu.
Oct. 4, 4pm)*

*When:* Thursday, October 4, 4pm

*Where:* 56-167

*Contact:*  jimenacastrogodoy at gmail.com


The purpose of this discussion group is to know the life and work of
different relevant women in the history of knowledge. The reason to do this
is because there are a lot of women that made important changes and
advances in fields such as science, art, philosophy, education, etc., and
they are not always well known. This lack of recognition helps to create an
untrue belief that women have not had an important role in history.

The main questions that this discussion group is going ask to itself are
why these women are still remaining unknown? How did the historical context
in which they lived affected them?

Each session will be dedicated to a particular woman and participants will
take turns presenting. You can talk about relevant women of your own
cultures, as a good way to share the history and beliefs of your country.
You don't need to be fluent in English to participate, this group is a
great opportunity to improve our English through conversation.

*5. MIT Certificate Program in Science, Technology, and Policy (STP)*
 *When:* Fall Semester 2012
*Contact:* barbarad at mit.edu
*Application: *http://web.mit.edu/stp/

Are you a PhD student with a strong interest in Science Policy? Want to
expand your knowledge base and develop yourself as a citizen scientist?
Enroll in the MIT Graduate Certificate Program in Science, Technology, and
Policy! A new program designed to integrate with your PhD requirements.
Requirements: 2 courses (1 core, 1 elective), Science Policy Bootcamp
(1-week course offered every IAP), and a capstone project
Eligibility: PhD students in Science & Engineering, post-quals
Learn more and apply here <http://web.mit.edu/stp>
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*6. Join the Women's Ice Hockey Team!*
*Contact:* club-hockey-officers at mit.edu

Interested in playing or learning to play ice hockey?  Come join the
Women’s Club Ice Hockey Team.  We welcome players of all skill levels (even
if you have never skated before)!  For more information, please email us at
club-hockey-officers at mit.edu



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*7. [de la Femme] Salary Negotiation Pod Event (Tues. Oct. 2, 6pm)*

*When:* Tuesday, October 2, 6pm
*Where: *Nutter McClennen and Fish, LLP, 155 Seaport Blvd, Boston
*Register:* http://delafemme1.eventbrite.com/


Now that you’ve got a job offer, how do you negotiate? What do you ask for
without jeopardizing the offer?

What are some of the ways to find out the salary range?  Are you getting what
you deserve in your current position? How do you ask for more?

Please join de la Femme's next pod event on salary negotiation at the
offices of Nutter McClennen and Fish, LLP. <http://www.nutter.com/>  DLF
will be hosting Sarah Cardozo
Duncan<http://careerstrategist.com/about-sarah> as
our guest speaker.  Sarah is a highly regarded career strategist, who will
help “fembers” to develop the skills they need to unlock their financial
potential.

Sarah will show you all the “things you never learned in school” about
negotiating your salary and raises.  The talk will be followed by hands-on
exercises and simulated salary negotiation practice sessions.


*8. [Harvard] Preparing for Conference, Phone, and Video Interviews (Wed.
Oct. 3, 10-11:30am)
When:* Wednesday, October 3, 10-11:30am
*Where:* OCS Conference Room, Harvard

Initial academic interviews are often held at academic conferences, but in
the current economy, many universities are turning to phone or video
interviews to screen applicants. Come to this workshop to learn tips on
making a strong impression in these three types of interviews. You will
also learn how to maximize your time and gain visibility at academic
meetings through networking, presenting, and interviewing. Part of the
“Becoming
Faculty<http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ocs.fas.harvard.edu%2Fstudents%2Fgsas%2Fbecoming-faculty.htm&ust=1348260672554000&usg=AFQjCNF8Pj2Kd5uhHf-4VjKhyNU1BQ6ySQ>”
series, co-sponsored by OCS and GSAS.
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9. 2012 Women's Leadership Forum: The Successful You (Thu. Oct 4, 8am-5pm)
**When:* Thursday, October 4, 8am-5pm
*Where:* Microsoft New England Research and Development Center, One
Memorial Drive, Cambridge
*Register:* http://successfulyou2012.eventbrite.com/


Join MITX<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001fAnlk5hjxOxJ_Zi-klXueZuTNYOjv7Rtj2BSulwKcD0eQ7HWN2hxIxJXU1_SL2XGZgsLVQo5IhyRwaCYlMPv_lXsNPxR5D-f>
, Microsoft<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001fAnlk5hjxOz5Fdv58b0bPlyRhrdWGAgKpUo-8Ksq6DBdDq2Q6wCPmHU22JN-8gdApLQALzNzI_spm2Hc8_oYziuwjZGe8s_LLeP6f0jsCJcq6RnrJLQ1pw==>
and The Commonwealth Institute
(TCI)<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001fAnlk5hjxOyk2SeGBv656xoVM2U2vxnHzecx2ALgrIM74NjvhGTqdiq27foTQyqY09AA35GoecnaGAL7VqBVmblUXWtynmCoW8wOS0o5OuGRBLqv9YPKhfFbVBTgdlDt>
 on October 4 at Microsoft's New England Research & Development
Center<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001fAnlk5hjxOzrYqbJrJ_Q-MprOxIz1ljuVxymDE-UD0vfw8YgG1ps8nRgFMBqGLkuE1-XjMjxvYQSXTzscYcOCaxdWOfnYEnEv2wzwAixcql1KQcvz2uC0KP31xjouOoJ7cBVw7kFXjU=>
 for a full-day forum featuring top industry leaders who will give you the
insight you need to drive success in your career and life. Whether you're a
new manager looking for guidance on team building and driving conversations
of consequence or you're a future leader looking for advice on how to
manage up or negotiate, *The Successful You*is the perfect place for you.

Hear from these speakers:

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*Naomi Fried, Ph.D., *Chief Innovation Officer, Boston Children's Hospital

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*Laura Sen, President & CEO,* BJ's Wholesale Club

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*Lisa Brummel, Chief People Officer*, Microsoft

Ticket price is $110. Proceeds from the event will benefit Girl Scouts of
Eastern Massachusetts<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001fAnlk5hjxOwYQfLiOe8GifDZqwVNavxp4UwZxnKqPl913RSZPq3zL3_Eajuj4tt5pvc_V1PRHoLAhpEoSsWRAR4xYxcoS4dzBqJfmVGKWMLJIQS4colhyHNvzLAzWeiP>
 and Science Club for
Girls<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001fAnlk5hjxOxzphNLX6e_3vOQ2vbKTbxSa121HABwhkZo1uFHnhO6wIvCvJpTFEXJcELCZ4ydi8H-ruYx9JAjfzoRs2_5yjIKJRd_IO9683w-DBJIftuycXTVZ3t5kIEX>,
helping to fuel their efforts to promote STEM education for young women.


Register today at http://successfulyou2012.eventbrite.com/ We are also
looking for volunteers to staff the event on October 4. All volunteers
receive complementary registration to the event.  Please email
a-lvicto at microsoft.com to attend the event as a volunteer.



*10. [WEST] Fall Networking Event (Thu. Oct. 11, 6:30-8:30pm)
When:* Thursday, October 11, 6:30-8:30pm
*Where:* Havana Room, Cambridge Innovation Center, One Broadway, Cambridge
*Register:* http://www.westorg.org/2012-10-11-fall-networking-event

Come and network!  Learn about what WEST has in store for you this year.


*11. **VIPink (Thu. Oct. 25, 6-9pm)
**When:* Thursday, October 25, 6-9pm
*Where:* Fairmont Copley Plaza
*Tickets:* http://www.stayclassy.org/boston/events/vipink-boston/e19490

Join Bright Pink Boston (www.brightpink.org) for a private cocktail party
fundraiser. The event will offer an open bar, DJ, appetizers, pink
cupcakes, a Pink Candy Buffet, and a raffle of luxury and lifestlye
prizes.  Pre-sale General Admission tickets are available for $45 through
the end of September. Following the pre-sale, General Admission Tickets are
available for $50. All guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend
VIPink and all ticket purchases are non-refundable.  (Proceeds benefit
Bright Pink's breast and ovarian cancer prevention and early detection
programs for young women.)

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