[GWAMIT] Announcements - Week of May 23, 2016

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May 23, 2016

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*IN BRIEF*

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*GW at MIT:*

1. Join the GWAMIT Mentoring Program 2016-2017 Committee!

*MIT:*

2. [Postdoctoral Associate] Yoga Class Series (May. 25 – Jun. 29)

3. Hindustani sitarist Nayan Ghosh (May. 27)

4. Starr Forum: SOLD film screening & Q&A Skype session with director (Jun.
9)

5. Ellipsis Trio (Jun. 11)

6. Register for MIT ART Classes (Jun.-Aug.)

*Outside MIT:*

7. [MASS AWIS] How to Make a Powerful First Impression (Jun. 8)

8. Fertility Awareness Meetup (Jun. 8)

9. [MASS AWIS] Summer 2016 Member Scholarship (Jul. 1)

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Dear GW at MIT Members,

We hope everyone enjoyed this last semester. There are lots of events and
opportunities to get involved throughout the summer, so be sure to check
them out!

The GWAMIT Board

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*FULL ANNOUNCEMENTS*

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

*1.** Join the GWAMIT Mentoring Program 2016-2017 Committee!*

*When:* Recruiting Now

*Info:* link <https://gwamit.org/mentoring-program/>

*Contact:* gwamit-mentor at mit.edu

Interested in helping women graduate students connect with faculty and
alumni mentors? Excited about applying your technical and organizing skills
to creative projects? Come and join us at the Mentoring Program Committee!

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

- Mentor Recruitment Lead

- Events Chair

- Publicity Chair (Dear Kate and website)

For more information on the GWAMIT Mentoring program, please visit our
website <https://gwamit.org/mentoring-program/>. Contact
gwamit-mentor at mit.edu to apply.

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

*2. **[Postdoctoral Associate] Yoga Class Series *

*When:* Wednesdays, May 25th - June 29th, 7:30pm

*Where:* MIT Building 37 or building 16

*Contact*: sarahsaf at mit.edu

Postdoctoral Associate is conducting yoga class series regularly and the
next one is starting on April 27. This will be taking place on Wednesdays,
at 7:30 pm on campus (building 37 or building 16). A rate for postdocs and
their MIT Spouses & Partners is offered for a 10 class session for $80.
This is a gentle all-level relaxing yoga class and no prior experience is
required.

The classes will take place on the following dates:

May 25, June 1, June 8, June 15, June 22, June 29

If you are interested, please reserve your spots by contacting
sarahsaf at mit.edu or the instructor Hadassah Segal directly.

*3. Hindustani sitarist Nayan Ghosh*

*When:* Friday, May 27th, 7:00pm – 12:00am

*Where:* Wong Auditorium, Tang Center | MIT Building E51-115

*Register*: link <http://www.mithas.org/Events/S16_Nayan_EventInfo.html>

MITHAS presents Hindustani sitarist Nayan Ghosh and his son on tabla. 7 pm,
Wong Auditorium. Free for MITHAS members and students.

Open to: the general public

Cost: $30; free to students

Sponsor(s): Music and Theater Arts

*4. Starr Forum: SOLD film screening & Q&A Skype session with director*

*When:* Thursday, June 9th, 5:30pm – 8:00pm

*Where:* Wong Auditorium, Tang Center | MIT Building E51-115

*Info*: link <http://web.mit.edu/cis/eventposter_060916_sold.html>

CIS Starr Forum is a public events series on pressing issues in
international affairs, sponsored by the MIT Center for International
Studies.

Based on the international bestselling novel by Patricia McCormick, and
inspired by true accounts, SOLD tells the story of 13 year-old Lakshmi, who
is trafficked from her peaceful, rural village in Nepal to work in a
brothel called Happiness House in Kolkata, India. Through one extraordinary
girl's story, SOLD gives voice to the millions of children around the world
who disappear every year. Globally the average age of a trafficked girl is
thirteen, the same age as Lakshmi in the film.

SOLD is a call to action, and a testament to the power and resilience of
the human spirit.

Q&A immediately following after the film with the Director/Co-Writer,
Jeffrey D. Brown via Skype.

Please contact us at starrforum at mit.edu if you need accessibility
accommodations

Speaker: Jeffrey D. Brown

Open to: the general public

Cost: Free

Sponsor(s): Center for International Studies

*5. Ellipsis Trio*

*When:* Saturday, June 11th, 8:00pm – 10:00pm

*Where:* Killian Hall | MIT Building 14w-111

*Info*: link <http://www.ellipsistrio.com/>

*Register:* link
<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ellipsis-trio-william-thomas-mckinley-world-premiere-at-mit-tickets-25000250422>

Returning once again to the Killian Hall stage, the "thrilling" Ellipsis
Trio presents the world premiere of the last chamber work written by the
late, Boston-based William Thomas McKinley. The jazz-loving composer wrote
Trio for Violin, Cello and Piano in 5 movements specifically for the
Ellipsis Trio. Also featured on the evening's program is the work of
another distinguished Bostonian, Arthur Foote, called quite simply Piano
Trio No. 2 in B-flat Major; as well as Beethoven's, explorative Cello
Sonata No. 5.

Come hear firsthand the "rare warmth and naturalness" of Amanda Wang,
violin; Patrick Owen, cello; and Constantine Finehouse, piano, and you will
also have the chance to learn intriguing facts about these works.

Open to: the general public

Cost: $17 Gen. MIT FREE

Sponsor(s): Music and Theater Arts

*6. Register for MIT ART Classes *

*Tuesday Intro To Drawing *

*When:* Tuesdays, June 14th - August 2nd, 5:30pm - 8:00pm

*Register:* link <http://arts.mit.edu/saa-classes/tuesday-intro-drawing/>

This summer we will hold as many classes outside as the weather allows.
Drawing outdoors will teach students to observe and capture the life and
motion of the MIT campus and the city.

Each students’ skill set will grow through a variety of drawing techniques
and exercises. An assortment of materials will be used including pencil
(graphite), charcoal, oil pastel, conte crayon, ink and a collection of
papers. Students will be encouraged to keep a small sketchbook outside of
class, to support the skills learned during studio time.

*Friday Beginning Wheelthrowing*

*When:* Fridays, June 17th - August 5th, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

*Register:* link
<http://arts.mit.edu/saa-classes/friday-beginning-wheelthrowing/>

This is the start of your ceramic journey! Learn the basics of wheel
throwing and hand-building while getting introduced/acclimated to our
community studio. Through a variety of weekly demonstrations you will see
your ceramic foundation strengthen before your eyes.

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

*7. **How to Make a Powerful First Impression*

*When:* Wednesday, June 8th, 5:30pm – 8:30pm

*Where:* The Harvard MCB Auditorium, 16 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge, MA

*Register:* link
<http://mass-awis.org/how-to-make-a-powerful-first-impression-wednesday-june-8th/>

How you present yourself to prospective employers or clients makes a
powerful statement about who you are and what you have to offer. In this
session, Doreen will reveal valuable information about what your public
image communicates about you, and tips to up-level your style and
confidence opening more doors and career opportunities.

Speaker: Doreen Dove is an award-winning image consultant, speaker and
author of “Confidence is Always in Style.”She coaches women to use style to
take strategic control of their image, personal and professional brand, and
fully engage in the possibilities of their future.

*Agenda:*

5:30 - 6:00 pm: Registration & Networking

6:00 - 7:00 pm: Workshop & Makeover Prize Awarded!

7:00 - 8:00 pm: Refreshments & Networking

*To Register:*

Early bird special: MASS AWIS members $10 · Non-members $15

Register after May 23rd for $12 or $18, respectively!

*8.* *Fertility Awareness Meetup*

*When:* Wednesday, June 8th, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

*Where:* 46 Pleasant St, Cambridge, MA

*Info*: link <http://www.fertilityawarenessprofessionals.com/>

The Fertility Awareness Meetup is a women's group that meets at The Women's
Center <http://www.cambridgewomenscenter.org/>, 46 Pleasant St, Cambridge,
MA, to discuss natural birth control options and fertility, including the
Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) and Natural Family Planning (NFP).

The meetup group provides a space where women can connect with peers,
access information, pose questions, request resources, and share
experiences. The group is open to all women, and includes those who are
considering using natural birth control for pregnancy prevention or
achievement and those already familiar with sympto-thermal methods.

*9. [MASS AWIS] Summer 2016 Member Scholarship*

*Deadline:* Friday, July 1st, 5:00pm

*Info:* link <http://www.massawis.org/mass-awis-member-scholarship/>

*Apply:* link <scholarship at massawis.org>

MASS AWIS has created a scholarship fund to help offset the cost of
membership.

If awarded a scholarship, MASS AWIS will supplement 80% of the National
membership and 50% of the Chapter membership (and provide help with event
costs).

Scholarship is for qualified unemployed or underemployed individuals
seeking Professional, Junior or Student memberships.

*Graduate Students/Post-Doctoral Fellows and those in transition are
encouraged to apply.*

For further details about the award and the application process, visit
www.massawis.org/mass-awis-member-scholarship/

Applicants should submit all the materials by July 1st, 2016 – Friday – 5pm
EST in a single correspondence to: scholarship at massawis.org

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