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February 27, 2017
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*IN BRIEF*

*GW at MIT:*
1. Rescheduled: Archer Roose Tasting and Discussion with Founder Marian
Leitner (Mar. 13)
2. Come to the GWAMIT Spring 2017 General Board Meeting! (Mar. 14)

*MIT:*
3. [iREFS at MIT] MIT's Institute-wide Resources for Easing Friction and
Stress (now)
4. Quiet Power: Learning to Lead as an Introvert (Feb. 27)
5. Women Take the Reel film festival: Power & Access (Mar. 3-24)
6. Women as Leaders - Shattering Glass Ceilings. How Far Have We Come?
(Mar. 8)
7. Founding Well: Entrepreneurship in Tech (Mar. 9)
8. Practice Mindfulness to Improve Well-Being and Resiliency (Mar. 14)
9. How to Optimize Your Professional Online Presence (Mar. 17)
10. Apply for a Funded Public Service Fellowship for Summer 2017 (Mar. 24)

*Outside MIT:*
11. Nathalia Holt discusses her book "Rise of the Rocket Girls" (Feb. 27)
12. McKinsey & Company Opportunities for Advanced Degree Students (Mar. 1-2)
13. 2017 International Women's Day Breakfast (Mar. 8)
14. CALL for ART MOTHER TONGUE Pan-Asian Arts Boston-Area Female Artists
(Mar.)
Dear GW at MIT Members,

Good news! We have successfully rescheduled our wine tasting event for
March 13. We hope you would join us again for a delightful night!

The GWAMIT Spring 2017 General Board Meeting is also on our schedule in a
few weeks. Whether you've attended it before or not, we look forward to
meeting each and everyone of you!

The GWAMIT Board
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*FULL ANNOUNCEMENTS*
************ GW at MIT ************

*1. Rescheduled: **Archer Roose Tasting and Discussion with Founder Marian
Leitner*
*When:* Monday, March 13th, 5:00PM - 6:30PM
*Where:* MIT Building W11-190 (main dining room)
*Sign-up:* link
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2Sx556vZU6sh-NvFGXg-ni8JW3EtyeRVRM1UqlFOnL99lMg/viewform?c=0&w=1>
Come socialize with graduate women across MIT and talk to entrepreneur and
founder Marian Leitner about her experiences! Her newest company, Archer
Roose, sells quality and eco-friendly boxed wine. We will get to experience
her product while we learn about her journey.
**Remember to bring 21+ ID in order to sample the wine!
Light snacks and some non-alcoholic beverages will also be provided.
*2. Come to the GWAMIT Spring 2016 General Board Meeting!*
*When:* Tuesday, March 14th, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
*Where: *MIT Building 32-124
Please join us for the GWAMIT Spring 2017 General Board Meeting!
We welcome everyone to this meeting: members, departmental representatives,
anyone wanting to know more about GWAMIT and discuss personal, professional
as well as academic issues relevant to our community.
Food and drinks will be provided!
************** MIT **************

*3. [iREFS at MIT] MIT's Institute-wide Resources for Easing Friction and
Stress*
*When:* Every day, any day, all through the year!
*Info:* link <http://refs.mit.edu/irefs/>
*Contact:* irefs-all at mit.edu (for general questions or getting involved)
                    irefs-contact at mit.edu (for support; only accessed by
the iREFS co-chairs, who will pass your request to an available iREFS
member)
--The MIT iREFS group is a student group that provides peer support for all
graduate students across the Institute.
--Our mission is to ensure graduate student wellness, especially in times
of uncertainty, stress and conflict.
--iREFS is comprised of graduate students trained in conflict management by
Conflict Management at MIT.
--They are available to have confidential conversations, and can make
informed referrals to other resources and offices at MIT.
--We invite you to reach out to us at any time, or get involved in our
activities!
*4. Quiet Power: Learning to Lead as an Introvert*
*When:* Monday, February 27, 3:00PM – 4:00PM
*Where:* MIT Building E25-111
*Register:* link <http://bit.ly/careerbridge>
Ever wonder why you become exhausted at large events, while some of your
friends seem energized by them? Do you sometimes hesitate to raise your
hand in class, while others seem eager to speak? If these scenarios sound
familiar, you may be on the introverted side of the
introversion-extroversion spectrum. Recent data suggests there may be a
biological basis behind this behavior and there are accompanying positive
aspects to the way introverts think and behave.
Dr. Heidi Kasevich, will be coming to MIT on Feb 27, 3-4 pm (E25-111) to
present the latest on what is known about the introversion-extroversion
spectrum and will discuss how introverts can use their natural inclinations
in order to become self-confident and successful. She will also discuss
biological differences in decision making. Dr. Kasevich seeks to help
others understand how we can use both self-awareness and data from
behavioral research to optimize our ability to lead in today’s world.

*5. [MITWGS] Women Take the Reel film festival: Power & Access Where &
Where: *
Fri March 3, 13th at Bartos Theatre
Thurs March 9, Jackson in 6-120
Fri March 17, Daughters of the Dust at Bartos Theatre
Fri March 24, Kate Bornstein is a Queer and Pleasant Danger in 6-120
*Info*: link <http://wgs.mit.edu/women-take-the-reel/>
This annual film festival is a collaborative effort among Women's and
Gender Studies departments involved in the Graduate Consortium in Women's
Studies (as well as select institutions/universities aligned with its
mission) that features films directed by women and about issues relating to
gender, race, sexuality, class and/or feminism.
The focus is on intellectual investigation of these issues as well as
visibility for female directors, and so every film is accompanied by a Q&A
and discussion with either the film director, producer, or a faculty member
from the film screening's host institution host institution.
All films are free and open to the public.
All MIT screenings begin at 7:00pm with Otto’s Pizza served at 6:30pm.
*6. [AMITA] Women as Leaders - Shattering Glass Ceilings. How Far Have We
Come?*
*When:* Wednesday, March 8th, 6:30PM - 8:30PM
*Where:* MIT Building 6-120
*Register*: link <http://amita.alumgroup.mit.edu/womenleaders2017>
Join us for a conversation with Andrea Silbert as she discusses the current
picture of women in leadership positions, including hard facts,
misconceptions, and where to go from here.
The evening will start with a reception and refreshments in Lobby 6 at
6:30. The talk will begin at 7:15.
Registration:
$10 for AMITA members (login required)
$20 for non-members and guests
Free for first 20 students, $5 after
Students must have valid MIT ID
*7. Founding Well: Entrepreneurship in Tech*
*When: *Thursday, March 9th, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
*Where:* Cafe Art Science, Honeycomb Room, 650 East Kendall St, Cambridge,
MA
*Register*: link
<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/founding-well-entrepreneurship-in-tech-tickets-29081099351>
Founding Well is a half-day conference focusing on entrepreneurship in the
technology sector.
A collaboration between General Catalyst, the Harvard Business School's
Women's Student Association (WSA), and MIT Sloan Women in Management
(SWIM), Founding Well brings together founders, builders, and investors for
a jam-packed line up of fireside chats, panels, and the Founding Pitch
business plan competition, all focused in the technology sector. Our
fantastic speaker lineup includes:
Zoe Barry, Founder and CEO of ZappRX
Jennifer Lum, Co-Founder of Adelphic
Kirk Arnold, CEO of Data Intensity
Ellen Chisa, VP of Product at Lola
Katie Rae, Managing Director of Project 11 and Chairman of Techstars Boston
...and many more inspiring, accomplished technology entrepreneurs!
Tickets are $15, and include the conference entrance fee and refreshments.
All proceeds go to the winners of the Founding Pitch business plan
competition.
Student attendees can apply to pitch their business idea in the Founding
Well business plan competition. Pitches will be judged by the event
speakers (entrepreneurs and investors) with cash prizes (collected from
event ticket sales by SWIM & the WSA) awarded to the top two teams. To
apply to pitch please use the application link sent to you via SWIM or the
WSA.
*8. Practice Mindfulness to Improve Well-Being and Resiliency*
*When: *Tuesday, March 14th, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
*Where: *MIT Building 76-156
*Register*: link
<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/practice-mindfulness-to-improve-well-being-and-resiliency-registration-31296326154>
Presenter – Paul R. Fulton, Ed.D., M.S.; Harvard Pilgrim Health Care,
Mindfulness-Based Learning and Founding Member, Institute for Meditation
and Psychotherapy
This program introduces the basic principles and practices of mindfulness,
a concentrated state of awareness that helps people see and respond to
situations with greater clarity. Individuals who employ the techniques of
mindfulness in their work are able to monitor moment-to-moment
effectiveness, respond promptly and appropriately to difficulties as they
arise, and remain open to new ideas and perspectives. Participants will be
introduced to meditation practices that will teach them how to be more
focused, creative, and resilient in all aspects of their lives.
*9. How to Optimize Your Professional Online Presence*
*When:* Friday, March 17th, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
*Where:* MIT Building NE49-5000 (L-Lab) | 600 Technology Square, Cambridge,
MA 02139
*Register:* link
<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-optimize-your-professional-online-presence-registration-31297358241?utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=order_confirmation_email&utm_term=eventname&ref=eemailordconf>
Presenter – Stephanie Leishman, B.A.; Founder, Apiarity
In this workshop, learn what it takes to really shine online. In this
session, you will explore what makes a great professional website, how to
improve your LinkedIn profile, and review what other social media platforms
have to offer. This workshop will help you: improve what people see about
you online; network for long-term career success; find a better job; and
increase your industry-specific learning.
*10. Apply for a Funded Public Service Fellowship for Summer 2017!*
*Deadline:* Friday, March 24th at noon
*Where:* PKG Public Service Center (W20-549) Conference Room
*Info:* link <http://studentlife.mit.edu/pkgcenter/fellowships>
The Fellowships program supports MIT students working on capacity-building
service projects. Students work with community-focused organizations
including non-profits and social enterprises. These can include a student's
own social enterprise.
What can you do? Follow your passion and benefit a community in need! You
can create your own project, continue work on an enterprise you already
started, or intern with a service organization.
We welcome a wide range of service projects and support work in the US and
abroad.
Funding is primarily used for travel/living expenses.
Average summer funding is $4,700.
Proposal Workshops:
When: Thursday, March 16 from 12 –1pm
            Friday, March 17 from 12:30 –1:30pm
            Wednesday, March 22 from 11:30am –12:30pm
Where: PKG Public Service Center (W20-549) Conference Room
Questions? Contact Alison at hynd at mit.edu
************** Outside MIT **************

*11. Nathalia Holt discusses her book Rise of the Rocket Girls: The Women
Who Propelled Us, from Missiles to the Moon to Mars*
*When:* Monday, February 27th, 6:30PM
*Where:* WorkBar Cambridge | 45 Prospect St., Cambridge, MA 02139
Harvard Book Store welcomes local science writer NATHALIA HOLT—former
Fellow at the Ragon Institute of Massachusetts General Hospital, MIT and
Harvard University and author of Cured: The People Who Defeated HIV—for the
paperback release of her book, Rise of the Rocket Girls: The Women Who
Propelled Us, from Missiles to the Moon to Mars.
*About Rise of the Rocket Girls*
The riveting true story of the women who launched America into space.
In the 1940s and 50s, when the newly minted Jet Propulsion Laboratory
needed quick-thinking mathematicians to calculate velocities and plot
trajectories, they didn't turn to male graduates. Rather, they recruited an
elite group of young women who, with only pencil, paper, and mathematical
prowess, transformed rocket design, helped bring about the first American
satellites, and made the exploration of the solar system possible.
For the first time, Rise of the Rocket Girls tells the stories of these
women—known as "human computers"—who broke the boundaries of both gender
and science. Based on extensive research and interviews with all the living
members of the team, Rise of the Rocket Girls offers a unique perspective
on the role of women in science: both where we've been, and the far reaches
of space to which we're heading.
*12.  McKinsey & Company Opportunities for Advanced Degree Students:
Insight 2017, Next Generation Women Leaders, Full Time Roles*
*McKinsey APD Event*
Wednesday, March 1st
6:30-8:30PM
Charles Hotel
Click HERE <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F739TKZ> to RSVP!

*McKinsey GLAM Event (LGBT)*
Wednesday, March 1st
8:30-10:00PM
Noir
Click HERE <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/McKGLAM> to RSVP!

*McKinsey MD Happy Hour *(open to MDs at any stage in their training)
Thursday, March 2nd
7:00-9:00PM
The Squealing Pig
Click HERE <https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/nemd> to RSVP!

Deciding what to do after you finish your advanced degree? Consider
management consulting and McKinsey. We bring together an outstanding group
of colleagues, from a wide variety of backgrounds – from medicine to law,
engineering, economics and digital – to help leading organizations tackle
their most complex challenges. We have long been a leader in strategic
management; the amount of work we are doing in areas such as data science,
software engineering, machine learning, corporate restructuring, and change
management is growing rapidly. As our firm evolves, we are looking for more
and more people like you – experts in their fields – to join our community.

At McKinsey, you’ll find a home in one of our 110+ offices around the
world. You may work in any one of 22 sectors – from high tech to healthcare
– and/or 12 business functions – from marketing & sales to analytics or
sustainability – serving clients in all sectors. You may continue to dive
deep into your existing area of expertise or explore new subjects. You’ll
put your hypothesis-based problem-solving skills to use while receiving the
mentorship and support you need to succeed. No matter your educational
background or interests, you will shape a career that fits your calling.
We welcome you to learn more about exciting programs and roles available to
you at McKinsey, including a great lineup of summer-long weekend
experiences: Insight 2017 and our new women's event, Next Generation Women
Leaders. Join us this spring online or on campus to meet our people and
explore these opportunities.
*13. 2017 International Women's Day Breakfast*
*When:* Wednesday, March 8th, 8:00AM
*Where:* Simmons College, Linda K. Paresky Conference Center | 300 The
Fenway, Boston, MA 02115
*RSVP:* link
<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017-international-womens-day-breakfast-registration-31687885318?utm_campaign=GLPP+Info+Email+Blast+11-2015&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Copy+of+GLPP+Perspectives+Spring+2017+Events>
*14. CALL for ART MOTHER TONGUE Pan-Asian Arts Boston-Area Female Artists*
*When:* March - April 2017
*Where:* BHCC Art Gallery
CALL for ART MOTHER TONGUE Pan-Asian Arts Boston-Area Female Artists in all
media sought for BHCC Art Gallery Women's History Month Exhibit 2017 in all
media
The Mary L. Fifield Art Gallery, BHCC Charlestown Campus will Present:
Mother Tongue, works by ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Pan-Asian Boston-area Women Artists
during International Women’s History Month 2017.
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