[GWAMIT] Announcements - Week of March 2, 2015

[GWAMIT]

Dear GW at MIT Members,

Happy Monday, and Happy March! March is Women's History Month
<http://womenshistorymonth.gov/>, so be on the lookout and get involved in
the events going on around Boston and MIT. There are also a lot of great
career-related events going on this week and next 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



*======== IN BRIEF========*

 *GW at MIT:*
1. Get involved with the 2014 GWAMIT Empowerment Conference!

*MIT:*
2. MIT Work-Life Center’s Spring Seminar Series
3. [MIT Career Bridge] Career Exploration Series (Starts *Today, *March 2nd
- March 13th)
4. [ODGE, DUE, GECD] Global Fellows Info Session (*Tomorrow*, March 3rd)
5. Women in STEM (March 17th)

*Outside MIT:*
6. LIFT at the Mayor's Gallery (March 2nd - 31st, reception March 13th)
7. [HGWISE] Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Valerie Young (March 10th)
8. [MASS AWIS] Resume Writing Workshop (March 12th)
9. [MASS AWIS] Simple Strategies to Resolve Conflicts with Difficult
Supervisors and Coworkers (March 19th)
10. New England Diversity Council - Women in Leadership Symposium, Women of
Vision: Leading Transformation in the Workplace (March 24th)
11. [MASS AWIS and Cambridge Science Festival] Alternative Careers in
Science Speed Networking Event (April 22nd)
12. NuVu Job Opportunities this Summer 2015 (Deadline: May 31st)



*====================FULL ANNOUNCEMENTS====================*

*********** GW at MIT ***********

*1. Get involved with the 2014 GWAMIT Empowerment Conference!*
*Application*: bit.ly/gwamit_empowerment_app
*Contact*: gwamit-exec at mit.edu

There are still many different ways you can get involved with the annual
Spring Empowerment Conference to be held in April 2015. This is a great
opportunity to be a part of the 2015 organizing team! Please contact the
GWAMIT Executive Board at gwamit-exec at mit.edu if you have questions. We
also encourage you to read more about previous leaders and events on our
website.

*********** MIT ***********

*2. MIT Work-Life Center’s Spring Seminar Series*
*When and Where:* Various – see link for details
*Registration:* http://hrweb.mit.edu/worklife/seminars/

We are pleased to announce the launch of the MIT Work-Life Center’s Spring
Seminar Series. Our presenters, who are experts in their fields, will share
research-based strategies, tips, and information on more than 25 topics,
including eldercare; mindfulness to reduce stress and maintain focus;
supporting your school-age child’s emotional and intellectual development;
U.S. college admissions; cultivating productive relationships at work;
navigating life as a young professional; and creating a successful,
meaningful, and fulfilling next stage of life.

All seminars are free of charge and open to the entire MIT community and
their families; however, registration is required.

*3. MIT Career Exploration Series*
*When:* March 2nd - March 12th, 2015 (Times vary - see individual event
details)
*Where:* Varies - see individual event details
*Registration*: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

Not sure what you want to do after MIT? Attend a Career Exploration event
and learn about exciting industries from top employers! Register here
<https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student> today! Space is limited.

*Interviewing for and Negotiating Job Offers in ACADEMIA*
Monday, March 2, 2:00-3:30 PM, 76-156

Are you in the process of searching for academic positions? Are you
wondering how the hiring process works for a faculty position? Do you want
to know if you are able to negotiate academic job offers, and if so, how?
Then this workshop is for you. Come hear from newly appointed faculty
members at MIT to learn about how they successfully navigated the process
and from an experienced MIT faculty member speaking from the hiring
committee perspective.

*Exploring Careers in FINANCE*
Tuesday, March 3, 5:30-6:30 PM, 4-163

Are you curious to learn more about what it means to work in finance? Come
to this career exploration panel to hear from employers on what their
companies do in the broad field of finance, highlights about the different
ways of getting into the industry, and tips on what skills and experience
the industry is seeking. *Featuring panelists from Barclays, Bracebridge
Capital, Optiver, and Wellington Management*.

*Exploring Careers in CONSULTING*
Wednesday, March 4, 6:00-7:00 PM, 4-237

Are you considering a career in consulting, but you’re not exactly sure
what that entails? Come to this panel to hear from MIT alumni and other
professionals working at some of the top consulting firms on how they got
their start, what daily life is like, and recommendations for your job
search. *Featuring McKinsey, Stroud Consulting, Immuneering, and more*.

*Exploring Careers in the FEDERAL GOVERNMENT*
Thursday, March 5, 5:00-6:30 PM,  3-133

Have you ever wondered how you might use your degree from MIT in the
Federal Government? Come hear from Jason Parman of the Office of Personnel
Management to learn about the many opportunities available to students and
recent graduates in both non-STEM and STEM fields. Jason will share
information on navigating the many opportunities to find the right
position, using the application system correctly, and planning your career
in public service.

*Exploring Careers in PATENT LAW*
Monday, March 9, 5:30-7:00 PM, 4-163

Learn from professionals working in patent law about careers that let you
stay abreast of the newest technologies. By working in the field of
intellectual property, you can make a career of patenting, protecting,
licensing, and valuing the most recent technological discoveries! Topics
discussed will include a day-in-the-life of patent attorneys and a
discussion of how intellectual property rights are protected in the realms
of academia and industry. *Featuring Wolf Greenfield, Bose, and more*.

*Exploring Careers in PUBLIC SERVICE & NONPROFITS*
Tuesday, March 10, 5:30-6:30 PM, 2-105

Do you want to have an interesting job while also working for the common
good? Is public service something you’ve been drawn to but aren’t sure how
to translate that into a career? Come to this panel to hear directly from
professionals on how they got their start, what their day to day work is
like, and the advantages and disadvantages of working in a public service
career. *Featuring panelists from Teach for America, Global Health Corps,
Peace Corps, and more*.

*Exploring Careers in BIG DATA*
Wednesday, March 11, 5:00-6:00 PM, 2-105

Big Data has been described as “techniques for organizing and making sense
of the huge amounts of information generated by Web users and networked
sensors” (MIT News, 5/31/12).  At our GECD Big Data Careers panel, alumni
and representatives from different industries will talk about the way their
company is using big data techniques and the career paths opening up in
this burgeoning field. *Featuring panelists from Kyruus, Insight Data
Science, and more.*

*Exploring Careers in PRODUCT DESIGN*
Thursday, March 12, 5:30-6:30 PM, 2-105

Are you interested in using your skills and abilities to develop and design
today’s most innovative products? Come learn from MIT alumni working in
Product Design and Development. Panelist will share their own unique career
trajectory, highlights about the different ways of getting into the
industry, and tips on what skills and experience the industry is
seeking. *Featuring
panelists from Radius, Manta Product Development, and more*.

Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge:
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

*4. [ODGE, DUE, GECD] Global Fellows Info Session*
*When:* Tuesday, March 3th, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
*Where:* MIT, 24-121
*More Info: *https://gecd.mit.edu/go_abroad/global_fellows_program

Now in its 5th year, the Global Fellows Program is now open for
applications!  Join us for this Info Session and hear from previous
participants.

20 MIT PhD students will join 20 Imperial College PhD students for 5-days
focused on development of professional skills critical to a successful
career.  Through presentations and hands-on activities, participants learn
collaboration, team work, leadership, communication and other professional
skills.  The Program, which will be June 8-12, is residential; students
commit to the entire program, which includes full day and evening events.
The Fellowship covers the cost of travel, room and most meals.

For more information please see
https://gecd.mit.edu/go_abroad/global_fellows_program and email questions
to globalphd at mit.edu.

*5. Women in STEM*
*When:* Tuesday, March 17th, 3:00 - 4:30 PM
*Where:* MIT, 4-231
*Registration (CareerBridge):* https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

In Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), women continue to be
underrepresented despite increased efforts to expose women and girls to the
STEM field. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce's Report, Women in
STEM: A Gender Gap to Innovation, women represent only about 25% of workers
in STEM and earn 14% less than what men in the field earn. In addition,
women experience unique challenges throughout their careers that differ
from their male counterparts, such as lack of mentorship and work/family
life balance, etc. Come learn from our panelists how they have succeeded in
their respective disciplines, what challenges they faced along the way, and
what special issues you will need to consider as a woman in STEM. Advanced
registration requested via CareerBridge:
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

With:

   - Arlis Reynolds, Senior Associate, Cadmus
   - Ann Marie Faust, Investigator, Novartis
   - Angela Bassa, Data Scientist, Enernoc
   - Kathleen Mahoney, Site Reliability Engineer, Google

*********** Outside MIT ***********

*6. LIFT at the Mayor's Gallery, Boston City Hall*
*When: *Exhibit - March 2 - March 31, M-F 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
*When:* Reception - Friday, March 13, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
*Where:* Mayor's Gallery, 5th floor of Boston City Hall

You are invited to an exhibition of Liane Brandon's photographs of women
powerlifters in the Mayor's Gallery at Boston City Hall.   The exhibit
celebrating Women's History Month is sponsored by The Mayor's Office of
Arts + Culture and the Boston Women's Commission.

*LIFT *is a series of photographs celebrating four women powerlifters -
women who defy physical and cultural stereotypes. They range in age from 27
to 60 and they are smart, interesting and strong. They have all won
regional, national or world competitions. Lodrina is a forensic computer
expert who weighs 123 pounds and can lift (an astonishing) 385 pounds. She
just placed first in national competition. Jessica has a bachelor's degree
in kinesthesiology. Candace is a mom, the lead singer in a band, and a
national title holder. Jane, the oldest, is a grandmother who went to
Wellesley College. She holds four world records.

"Brandon has created astounding images that convey the physical nature of
the sport while evoking the spirit of these women."  -Augusta Savage
Gallery

The Mayor's Gallery is on the 5th floor of Boston City Hall.
Gallery hours M-F, 9-5

*7. [HGWISE] Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A Workshop with Dr. Valerie
Young*
*When:* Tuesday, March 10, Time TBD
*Where:* TBD
*RSVP:* Here
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1WaRwjfFyr3fkTSVqngQwULSlA7_kUdFD46KvG6FCDCg/viewform>

Do you ever feel like a fraud? Like you don't belong at Harvard? You're not
alone! Learn to cope with these thoughts at Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: A
Workshop with Dr. Valerie Young on March 10th.

Impostor Syndrome can make it hard for you to believe in your own success,
convincing your that you're a fraud that 'got lucky'. Feelings like this
are incredibly common amongst high-achieving students, and especially women
in science. This workshop with Dr. Young will show you ways to combat these
impostor thoughts and help you become more confident in your placement here
at Harvard and overall success in grad school.

The workshop will be followed by a reception, where you can discuss your
experiences with impostor syndrome with other students over snacks and
drinks.

RSVP appreciated
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1WaRwjfFyr3fkTSVqngQwULSlA7_kUdFD46KvG6FCDCg/viewform>

Organized by HGWISE and MBSH; sponsored by GSC, OCS, HILS, and the GSAS
Office of Diversity and Minority Affairs.

*8. [MASS AWIS] Resume Writing Workshop*
*When:* Thursday, March 12, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
*Where:* Sherman Center Cafe, UMass Medical School, Worcester, MA
*Register:* http://www.massawis.org/ResumeWriting2015

One-on-one resume critiques by HR and recruiting professionals. Reviewers
include:

   - Lauren Celano, Founder and CEO, Propel Careers
   - Jocelyn C. Dunphy, Director, Human Resource Development, Draeger
   - Alexandra Chipman, Associate Director, Contract Placement, StratAcuity

SPACE IS LIMITED SO REGISTER EARLY:
http://www.massawis.org/ResumeWriting2015

MASS AWIS members $15 · Non-members $20

Attendees will be asked to submit their resumes/CV’s prior to the event.
Each attendee will be assigned a critique time-slot prior to the event.

Location details: http://www.umassmed.edu/about/directions/campusmap.aspx
Attendees coming from off campus can park in the South Road parking garage.
Men and women welcome to attend.

MASS AWIS would like to thank UMass Medical School for hosting this event.

To learn more about MASS AWIS and other upcoming AWIS events, please visit
www.massawis.org.

*9. [MASS AWIS] Simple Strategies to Resolve Conflicts with Difficult
Supervisors and Coworkers, with Dora Farkas, PhD*
*When:* Thursday, March 19, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
*Where:* Monadnock Room, Broad Institute, 415 Main Street, Cambridge, MA
02142
*Register:* http://www.massawis.org/DoraFarkasSeminar2015

In this seminar, we will discuss:

   - Coping with conflicts at the workplace, whether you are a student,
   postdoctoral fellow, academic researcher, or an industry professional.
   - Simple and practical strategies to resolve conflicts and work
   successfully with difficult supervisors, coworkers, and collaborators.
   - How to increase your confidence when you need to communicate with
   different types of difficult people.

Agenda:
6:30 - 7:00 PM Light refreshments and registration
7:00 - 8:30 PM Seminar and two interactive small group exercises

MASS AWIS members $10 · Non-members $20
Register before Feb. 18th for a chance to win a copy of *Black Hole Focus*
To learn more about MASS AWIS and other upcoming AWIS events, please visit:
www.massawis.org


*10. New England Diversity Council - Women in Leadership SymposiumWomen of
Vision: Leading Transformation in the Workplace*
*When:* March 24, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
*Where:* Microsoft New England R&D Center, 1 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA
02142
*Register: *link <https://nationaldiversitycouncilregistration.org/new/wil>
*Info:* link
<http://newenglanddiversitycouncil.org/what-we-do/events-programs/women-in-leadership/2015-greater-boston-women-in-leadership-symposium/>

Don't miss this event organized by the New England Diversity Council. A.
Saeed, Director of Diversity at Dat Pitney will moderate the discussion,
panelists include:

   - Chanda Guth, HR Director at Biogen;
   - Jackie Glen, Global Chief Diversity Officer at EMC Corporation;
   - Luz Carrasquillo, Learning & Development Director at Thermo Fisher
   Scientific;
   - Linda Houston, Market Executive at Merrill Lynch;
   - Jaren E. Spilka, State Senator Massachusetts;
   - Marika Reuling, Chief of Staff at Harvard University;
   - Arleen Ashjian, Global Director, R&D Portfolio Management, at
   International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc.

The discussion will cover the following topics:

   - Leadership Lessons Learned
   - Super Women: Can I Have it All?
   - Smart Women Take Smart Risks
   - Women of Color: Striving for Excellence
   - Strategies on Positioning Yourself for Success
   - Changing Lanes: How Do I Know the Time is Right?
   - Doing Business in Heels: Making the Workplace a Place of Your Own

*11. [MASS AWIS and Cambridge Science Festival] Alternative Careers in
Science Speed Networking Event *
*When: * Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 6:00-9:00 PM
*Where: * 43 Vassar St, Cambridge (MIT building 46), 3rd Floor Atrium
*Register:* www.massawis.org/AltCareersSpeedNetworking2015

This event is for women and men within the scientific community (from
undergrads to early career levels) who are interested in exploring diverse
career options in science. Participants will have the opportunity to
interact with 10-15 experienced individuals who will give insight into
their chosen professions. The event will be held in a speed-networking
fashion with participants switching tables every 15 minutes for a total of
5 sessions. Please note this is not a career fair.

Career areas: Consulting, Patent Law, Research & Development, Technology
Transfer, Publishing/Medical Writing, Academia, Business Development,
Competitive Intelligence, Teaching, Medical Science Liaison, Sales and
Human Resources.

Agenda:
6:00-6:45 PM:  Registration and refreshments
6:45-7:15 PM:  Introduction, instructions, and review
7:15-8:30 PM:  Speed Networking (five 15 min sessions)
8:30-9:00 PM:  General Networking and Desserts

General Admission $30 • MASS AWIS members $15
Register before April 15th for a chance to win a Starbucks gift-card.

*12. NuVu Job Opportunities this Summer 2015*
*Deadline:* May 31, 2015
*Where:* NuVu Studio, Cambridge, MA
*Program Info:* https://cambridge.nuvustudio.com/
*Job Info:* https://cambridge.nuvustudio.com/studios/jobs#tab-jobs

NuVu is an innovation school for middle and high school students whose
pedagogy is based on the studio model and geared around multi-disciplinary
collaborative projects. We have a number of job positions available for our
NuVu Summer 2015 Program for undergraduate students, graduate students,
PhDs and alumni. If you are passionate about innovative teaching, enjoy
working with young students on creative ideas, and have expertise to share
in a problem-solving environment, then you might be a great addition to the
team!

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