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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">The devil is always in the details…the link that I just send out is wrong again (DON’T USE IT, PLEASE)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">This is the right one now: </span>
<a href="https://dlf-confident.eventbrite.com">https://dlf-confident.eventbrite.com</a><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>From:</b> mit-postdocs-bounces@mit.edu [mailto:mit-postdocs-bounces@mit.edu]
<b>On Behalf Of </b>Kathrin Graetz<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Tuesday, May 3, 2016 1:14 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> mit-postdocs <mit-postdocs@mit.edu><br>
<b>Subject:</b> RE: Weekly PDA Newsletter - May 1, 2016<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Hi Postdocs,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">There was an error in my last newsletter. The registration link for the de la Femme event did not work…<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Here is the working one: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/de-la-femmes-boost-your-professional-presence-the-art-of-being-confident-now-held-in-the-monadnock-registration-24820732479?utm_term=attend&invite=MTAwODU1NDUvZ3JhZXR6QG1pdC5lZHUvMA%3D%3D&utm_campaign=inviteformalv2&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&ref=enivtefor001">
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/de-la-femmes-boost-your-professional-presence-the-art-of-being-confident-now-held-in-the-monadnock-registration-24820732479?utm_term=attend&invite=MTAwODU1NDUvZ3JhZXR6QG1pdC5lZHUvMA%3D%3D&utm_campaign=inviteformalv2&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&ref=enivtefor001</a>
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Best regards,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Kathrin<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>From:</b> <a href="mailto:mit-postdocs-bounces@mit.edu">mit-postdocs-bounces@mit.edu</a> [<a href="mailto:mit-postdocs-bounces@mit.edu">mailto:mit-postdocs-bounces@mit.edu</a>]
<b>On Behalf Of </b>Kathrin Graetz<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Sunday, May 1, 2016 8:33 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> mit-postdocs <<a href="mailto:mit-postdocs@mit.edu">mit-postdocs@mit.edu</a>><br>
<b>Subject:</b> Weekly PDA Newsletter - May 1, 2016<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:177.0pt;text-indent:35.4pt"><span lang="DE"><img border="0" width="397" height="127" id="Bild_x0020_1" src="cid:image001.png@01D1A54D.1A707EE0" alt="cid:image003.png@01D114AE.CBB7CB20"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:70.8pt"><span lang="DE"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Dear MIT Postdocs,<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Welcome to May 2016! This week, MIT focuses all of its force on Saturday – MIT Moving Day. I am already curious about all the crazy and fun ideas on how to cross the river! Are you too? Until then, we have an extended Sports & Pizza Thursday
with volleyball AND soccer AND pizza for you.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Wish you all a great week!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE">Best,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE">Kathrin<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE">Dr.-Ing. Kathrin Graetz<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Corresponding Secretary<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Postdoctoral Association of MIT (PDA)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE"><a href="http://pda.mit.edu/"><span lang="EN-US">pda.mit.edu</span></a></span> <span lang="DE"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/44093460815/"><span lang="EN-US">Facebook</span></a></span>
<span lang="DE"><a href="https://twitter.com/MITPDA"><span lang="EN-US">Twitter (@MITPDA)</span></a></span> <span lang="DE"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mitpda/"><span lang="EN-US">Instagram (@mitpda)</span></a></span>
<span lang="DE"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/grps/MIT-Postdoc-2506720/about?"><span lang="EN-US">LinkedIn</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Boston PDA: <span lang="DE"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1969262336632168/%5C" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif">https://www.facebook.com/groups/1969262336632168/\</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Next PDA meeting: May 9, 12pm @E25-202 (next week)
</span></b><span lang="DE"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-vT1gzgyik3JHFWaRgQwAVeVoiaoQFK7iP2MO4dtKwo/viewform"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:12.0pt">register here</span></b></a></span><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Lunch will
be provided! <o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">This Week’s Topics:<o:p></o:p></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><b>Upcoming PDA Events<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:"Courier New""><span style="mso-list:Ignore">o<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><b>Outdoor Volleyball, Soccer and Pizza @ Muddy’s on Thursday, 5:30pm<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>From the PDA Committees<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:"Courier New""><span style="mso-list:Ignore">o<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>Human Affairs Committee: Lunch Dates<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>Postdoc Orientation Sessions<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo2"><![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>From the PDA PInG Initiatives<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:"Courier New""><span style="mso-list:Ignore">o<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><b>Running and Jogging Club<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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</span></span></span><![endif]>Other Events at MIT<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:"Courier New""><span style="mso-list:Ignore">o<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>MIT Impact Program <i><o:p></o:p></i></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:"Courier New""><span style="mso-list:Ignore">o<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>Make the Leap from Academia into a Consulting Career
<i>(Thursday, 6pm)<o:p></o:p></i></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:"Courier New""><span style="mso-list:Ignore">o<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>MIT Moving Day <i>(Saturday, 2pm)<o:p></o:p></i></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-family:"Courier New""><span style="mso-list:Ignore">o<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]><i>“distant future” events – <b>new events</b><o:p></o:p></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Upcoming PDA Events:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><o:p><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:16.0pt">PDA Sports:</span></u></b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Sports & Pizza Thursday - Outdoor<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
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weekly sports event continues with 2 games this week! And we are moving outdoors so let's hope for great weather this Thursday. Join us for a friendly game of volleyball and/or soccer followed by pizza at Muddy’s. Please, bring a valid ID and RSVP so we can
order enough pizza <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Date, Time and Location:</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Thursday, May 5<sup>th</sup> <br>
Sand volleyball: 5:30 - 7:30 pm, sand pit between Buildings 62 and 64 (</span><span lang="DE" style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://whereis.mit.edu/?go=62"><span lang="EN-US">https://whereis.mit.edu/?go=62</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">)
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Outdoor soccer: 7:30 - 9 pm, Briggs Field (</span><span lang="DE" style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=G15"><span lang="EN-US">http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=G15</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">)
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Pizza at Muddy's: 9 - 10 pm MIT Building 50, 142 Memorial Drive, Cambridge (</span><span lang="DE" style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=50"><span lang="EN-US">http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=50</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt">)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Register</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> for Pizza at Muddy’s
</span><span lang="DE"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1U-Wu6J1wiSJ-_QZzqh7mhbMZjFM-TYyw4lzR6pmcVyc/viewform"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:12.0pt">here</span></a></span><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">For all questions regarding the events, email the Sports Committee of PDA at
<span lang="DE"><a href="mailto:jelenas@mit.edu"><span lang="EN-US">jelenas@mit.edu</span></a></span><span style="color:#BFBFBF"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Sport%20Activities%20for%20MIT%20Postdocs"><span lang="EN-US">https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Sport%20Activities%20for%20MIT%20Postdocs</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">From the PDA Committees:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Human Affairs Committee: <u>
Lunch Dates<o:p></o:p></u></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Interested in making friends with other postdocs over lunch or coffee?
<b>Connect</b> is a great way to make friends in the MIT postdoc community who share your interests and schedule. An MIT graduate student created this extremely popular program last year, and now postdocs can join. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">How it works:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Sign up at </span>
<span lang="DE"><a href="http://www.ghamut.org"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:12.0pt">www.ghamut.org</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"> by answering a few questions about your interests and schedule. You will be matched with
other interested postdocs and given a set of times when you are both available to meet one-on-one. Then, be your wonderful self and start making meaningful connections with your fellow postdocs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">Postdoc Orientation Sessions:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The PDA offers Postdoc Orientation Sessions open to all postdocs at MIT. Topics covered include:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<![if !supportLists]><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Symbol"><span style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"">
</span></span></span><![endif]>Data on postdoc population at MIT<o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type="disc">
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<span lang="DE">MIT oversight of postdocs<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6">
<span lang="DE">Defining postdoc expectations<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6">
<span lang="DE">Differences between fellows and associates<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6">
<span lang="DE">PDA structure and initiatives</span><o:p></o:p></li></ul>
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span lang="DE">How to get involved</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The sessions will be typically the 1<sup>st</sup> and 3<sup>rd</sup> Monday of each month at 12pm (45-60min) in E19-306. Lunch will be provided.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The dates for the next six months are as follows: <b>May 2</b>, May 16, June 6, June 20<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:14.0pt">New Running and Jogging Club<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Meet new people, enjoy the fresh air, improve your fitness.
</span><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">We are starting a jogging club for postdocs and looking forward to many participants! Jogs will generally be along the Charles River in the evenings, followed by snacks and socializing on or near
campus. If interested, please fill out the following form: </span><span lang="DE"><a href="http://goo.gl/forms/VSPKwUcQCv" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:12.0pt">http://goo.gl/forms/VSPKwUcQCv</span></a></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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Classes for Postdocs<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">We are conducting yoga class series regularly and the next one is starting on April 27, and will be taking place on Wednesdays, 7:30 pm on campus (building 37 or building 16). A rate for postdocs and their spouses/partners
is offered for a <b>10 class session for $80</b>. This<span style="background:white"> is a gentle all-level relaxing yoga class and no prior experience is required.</span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="color:black">The classes will take place on the following 10 dates:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="color:black">April 27, May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25, June 1, June 8, June 15, June 22, June 29</span></b><span style="color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="color:black">If you are interested, please reserve your spots by contacting</span>
<span lang="DE"><a href="mailto:sarahsaf@mit.edu"><span lang="EN-US">Sarah Safieddine</span></a></span><span style="color:black"> or the instructor</span><span lang="DE"><a href="mailto:hadassahsegal@hotmail.com"><span lang="EN-US"> </span></a><a href="mailto:hadassahsegal@hotmail.com"><span lang="EN-US">Hadassah
Segal</span></a></span><span style="color:black"> directly.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="color:black">Thank you!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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your career! New opportunity to sharpen your research and career focus</b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>IMPACT Program for post-docs and advanced pre-docs<o:p></o:p></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">We’re happy to announce that applications are now being accepted for the next round of the MIT IMPACT program. IMPACT is a supplementary training program, supported by MIT and NIH, for postdoctoral and advanced pre-doctoral trainees.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">IMPACT combines group and individualized mentorship; through interactive sessions, you will mix with a diverse group of other trainees and professional mentors from the academic, medical, and business sectors. The program will challenge
you to explore and defend the real-world impact of your research, and help you develop the skills and professional networks for successful careers inside and outside of academia.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Applications for the fall term are being accepted now through May 20.
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<p class="MsoNormal">For more information and answers to FAQs, go to <b>impactprogram.mit.edu</b>, or contact us at
<span lang="DE"><a href="mailto:impact@mit.edu"><span lang="EN-US">impact@mit.edu</span></a></span>. Apply at <span lang="DE"><a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__bit.ly_impact16&d=AwMFaQ&c=WknmpdNpvrlj2B5K1aWVqL1SOiF30547pqSuOmtwXTQ&r=6JU420W2h96BsiFMbCf4kKpzeGpnEgXf1k9P_i6aspc&m=j2dY_FJ9VFJvZBsQ31ESJoDjctHwCD6bwb5h8EbHMqc&s=1qkGvn22YMqD9PTGTIR_E7t0eFwfdRlOnlsKM37xtTk&e="><span lang="EN-US" style="color:#0000E3">http://bit.ly/mitimpact16b</span></a></span><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span style="font-size:14.0pt">This Week:<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Make the Leap from Academia into a Consulting Career</b> (sponsored by the Consulting Club at MIT)
<b><i>New</i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Make the Leap brings together a panel of consultants from premier consulting firms to discuss why and how they made their career transition from academia into consulting. The event addresses the transition process from graduate school to
life as a consultant. The moderated panel will discuss why and how to make the transition, why PhDs make great consultants, the application process and interview tips, and more! The panel discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A and networking session.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Companies: McKinsey & Co., Boston Consulting Group, Simon-Kucher & Partners, ClearView Healthcare Partners, Clarion Healthcare<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Date and Time:</b> Thursday, May 5<sup>th</sup>, 6:00pm <o:p>
</o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Location:</b> E51-115<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Register <span lang="DE"><a href="http://goo.gl/forms/dQQFGVPUdG"><span lang="EN-US">here</span></a></span><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:14.0pt">MIT Moving Day<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#111111">In the spring of 1916, to mark MIT's move across the Charles, an elaborate Venetian-style barge carried the Institute's charter from Boston to its new home in Cambridge. On Saturday, May 7, 2016, we will celebrate
that historic crossing with <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Moving Day</span></strong>, an afternoon and evening of events that capture the wit, ingenuity and irreverent spirit of MIT.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#111111">Moving Day will unfold in three parts: in the afternoon, a festive "crossing" on the Mass. Ave bridge and on the river all around it; in the evening, a spectacular pageant on Killian Court; and afterward, dancing
everywhere!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#111111"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#111111">Crossing the Charles Parade and Competition,
</span></strong><span style="color:#111111">2:00 PM<br>
We invite you to gather starting at 1:00 PM around the Memorial Drive riverbank near Mass. Ave. and the bridge. No need to register to participate in the parade. Dress code: Fun!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#111111"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#111111">Mind and Hand: A Pageant,
</span></strong><span style="color:#111111">8:00 PM, on Killian Court (Seating opens at 7:45 PM, with a few appetizers for the senses before the Pageant kicks into high gear at 8:30.)<br>
Please join us for this playful multimedia extravaganza that will bring the spirits of
<em><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Mens</span></em> and <em><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Manus</span></em> to life.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#111111"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#111111">Let's Dance,
</span></strong><span style="color:#111111">9:30 PM<br>
The day ends with a series of dance parties and games at five locations across campus, each one inspired by decades of music and culture.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#111111">Full details are available on the MIT 2016
</span><span lang="DE"><a href="http://o6os.mj.am/link/o6os/y6wqm4g65kn/1/ugAeDkh4dsSA9Pg__AGf2Q/aHR0cDovL21pdDIwMTYubWl0LmVkdS9tb3ZpbmdkYXk"><span lang="EN-US">website</span></a></span><span style="color:#111111">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span style="font-size:14.0pt">In the “Distant” Future:<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Negotiations in the Workplace </b>(sponsored by MIT Work-Life Center) <b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Like many young professionals, you know that you need to be a successful negotiator to further your career goals, and would like to develop your skills in this area. In this workshop, you will be introduced to the core concepts of negotiation
which will help you become a more effective self-advocate. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Date and Time:</b> Tuesday, May 10<sup>th</sup>, 12:00-1:00pm
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Location:</b> E19-306<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Register <span lang="DE"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/young-professional-workshop-negotiations-in-the-workplace-tickets-21014867033"><span lang="EN-US">here</span></a></span><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>4<sup>th</sup> Annual Multicultural Awards Banquet </b>(sponsored by MIT OMP and ICEO) <b><i>New See Flyer below</i><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Every year students and student organizations create programs and events that promote diversity and inclusion, community, and an overall more enjoyable campus at MIT. The Office of Multicultural Programs (OMP) and the Institute Community
and Equity Office (ICEO) would like to take a moment to recognize your efforts this year at the upcoming 4th Annual Multicultural Awards Banquet.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Date and Time:</b> Wednesday, May 11<sup>th</sup>, 4:00-6:00pm
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Location:</b> W20-202 (La Sala de Puerto Rico, Student Center)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Register <span lang="DE"><a href="http://multiculturalawardsbanquet2016.splashthat.com/"><span lang="EN-US">here</span></a></span><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>How to Fix Almost Anything in Your Home </b>(sponsored by MIT Work-Life Center) <b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This seminar will help you learn the basics of maintaining your home—patching walls, fixing leaks, repairing, and more. You will learn about the essential systems in your home, from basement to roof, and about the tools you need to keep
your home in good working order. You also will learn how to spot and anticipate problems before they become emergencies, when to attempt to fix it yourself, and when to call a professional. Homeowners, homeowners-to-be, and renters are all welcome.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Date and Time:</b> Thursday, May 12<sup>th</sup>, 12:00-1:30pm
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Location:</b> 76-156<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Register <span lang="DE"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-fix-almost-anything-in-your-home-registration-20972844342"><span lang="EN-US">here</span></a></span><b><o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Boost Your Professional Presence: The Art of Being Confident</b> (organized by de la Femme)
<b><i>New</i></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Successful women recognize their strengths and communicate with confidence. Believing in yourself, and knowing how to present yourself and your ideas confidently is key to feeling empowered in your professional and personal life. In this
interactive workshop, you will learn how to boost your professional presence and confidence for networking, interviewing, and presenting your ideas. You will get a clearer picture of your values and strengths, and learn how to tap into your presence and confidence
using both your thoughts and body. By the end of the evening, you will not only feel more empowered, but also have concrete tools to use in everyday life. <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">$10 (including dinner) for those who register before May 10<sup>th</sup>, $15 after that<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Date and Time:</b> Tuesday, May 17<sup>th</sup>, 6:00pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Location:</b> The Broad Institute (Olympus Room), Kendall Square<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Information and Registration <span lang="DE"><a href="Successful%20women%20recognize%20their%20strengths%20and%20communicate%20with%20confidence.%20Believing%20in%20yourself,%20and%20knowing%20how%20to%20present%20yourself%20and%20your%20ideas%20confidently%20is%20key%20to%20feeling%20empowered%20in%20your%20professional%20and%20personal%20life.%20In%20this%20interactive%20workshop,%20you%20will%20learn%20how%20to%20boost%20your%20professional%20presence%20and%20confidence%20for%20networking,%20interviewing,%20and%20presenting%20your%20ideas.%20You%20will%20get%20a%20clearer%20picture%20of%20your%20values%20and%20strengths,%20and%20learn%20how%20to%20tap%20into%20your%20presence%20and%20confidence%20using%20both%20your%20thoughts%20and%20body.%20By%20the%20end%20of%20the%20evening,%20you%20will%20not%20only%20feel%20more%20empowered,%20but%20also%20have%20concrete%20tools%20to%20use%20in%20everyday%20life."><span lang="EN-US">here</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Cell Press LabLinks: The Gender of Science and the Science of Gender</b> (organized by Boston PDA) <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In a first-of-its-kind event, Cell Press is partnering with MASS AWIS to present a unique LabLinks that explores several themes around gender and science. This free one-day conference is designed to excite, inspire, and empower, and will
include speakers tackling both the social issues of gender diversity in science and the biology of gender, exploring gender science from different perspectives.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Date and Time:</b> Thursday, May 19<sup>th</sup>, 9:00am-5:00pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Location:</b> Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Information and Registration <span lang="DE"><a href="http://www.cell.com/pb-assets/marketing/lablinks/2016/gender%20science/LabLinks2015_GenderScience2016_4pp.pdf"><span lang="EN-US">here</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Academic Career Panel and Speed Networking Event</b> (organized by Cell Press and MASS AWIS) <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Meet junior faculty and tenured professors and learn about their path to the tenure track. Listen to a panel discussion where faculty members discuss their time on the job market, interviewing, negotiating their starting packet, hiring
and managing lab members, getting funding and getting tenure. We'll have representatives from R1, undergraduate and teaching intensive institutions as well as a discussion on diversity in Academia.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Following the panel discussion, we will have a speed networking event where individuals can speak one-on-one to faculty members.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Invite your friends and your questions and come make some new friends and contacts! Registration is free, but required. Availability is first come, first served and is filling up quickly.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Date and Time:</b> Wednesday, June 1<sup>st</sup>, 6:00-8:00pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Location:</b> Tosteson Medical Education Center (260 Longwood Avenue Atrium, Boston)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Register <span lang="DE"><a href="bpdacareers-academia.eventbrite.com"><span lang="EN-US">here</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Free affiliate membership with the National Postdoctoral Association:
<span lang="DE"><a href="http://www.nationalpostdoc.org/?page=individual_members"><span lang="EN-US">http://www.nationalpostdoc.org/?page=individual_members</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">*NOTE: </span></b>MIT is a Collegiate Rep of AWIS, so the MIT community can attend Mass AWIS (<span lang="DE"><a href="http://mass-awis.org/"><span lang="EN-US">http://mass-awis.org/</span></a></span>)
events at the member price. <br>
First, apply for your free membership through the national AWIS website <span lang="DE">
<a href="http://www.awis.org/"><span lang="EN-US">http://www.awis.org/</span></a></span> as a Collegiate Rep and select the Massachusetts Chapter. Do this prior to registering for any events.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Other helpful sites:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE"><a href="postdocs.mit.edu"><span lang="EN-US">postdocs.mit.edu</span></a></span> (Office VPR)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE"><a href="https://gecd.mit.edu/mit-events">MIT GECD Events</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE"><a href="http://spouses.mit.edu/mit-events">MIT Spouses&Partners Events</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="DE"><a href="http://events.mit.edu/">MIT Events</a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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