[Crealums] MIT/CRE E-NEWSLETTER -- September 2005

Tue Sep 6 16:00:48 EDT 2005

MITCenter for Real Estate

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Greetings!

The new academic year has begun.  The Class of 2006 arrived in late August
for two weeks of orientation and  their arrival kicks into gear a number of
strategic changes at the Center.  The Real Estate Development course is
being offered over two semesters.  This change, the inclusion of
construction as an area of faculty expertise, and a re-commitment to the
physical asset, the real estate, has led to the creation of a curriculum
that is more exciting than ever.  The new academic year also has the Center
poised to join forces with our industry, alumni/ae, and Institute partners.
To introduce them to Boston and to area alums, the Alumni/ae Association
organized an incredibly successful Scavenger Hunt  for the Class of 2006;
Kirstin Brown, CRE '98 of Spaulding & Slye Colliers, arranged an
introduction to the real estate industry that centered on the real estate
professionals involved in the development of NorthPoint, a 15-year project
on 45 acres of land in Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston; and MIT provided
support for the Summer Leadership Institute that looked at leadership across
industry sectors, an event put together by graduate students from the
Departments of Architecture and Planning and the Center for Real Estate.
All of this happened in the last week of August.  Needless to say, the
semester has been launched with gusto!

Included in this issue of the e-newsletter are the following:

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	Alumni/ae Reunion Weekend: 9/29/2005 to 10/1/2005
 <http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html, See Also Column
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	Meet the Class of 2006
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	Save the Dates!

Putting Your Best Foot Forward, 9/14
REAL DEALS, 9/29, 10/19, & 11/16
Munich FIRE, 10/14
MIT/CRE Open House, 10/24

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	Jobs Posting URL ( <http://web.mit.edu/cre/jobs/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/jobs/index.html)
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	New Theses Loaded onto MITREX (http://cre-mitrex.mit.edu/index.html)

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	Reminders and Notices (Alumni Directory, MITREX, Class of 2005
Resume Book)

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ALUMNI/AE REUNION WEEKEND (9/29 - 10/1)

The Alumni Reunion Weekend is planned for Thursday, September 29th through
Saturday, October 1st.  The theme for the weekend is "Real Estate Theory vs.
Practice" .   To register for the weekend's activities, visit the Center's
Alumni Web Page:   <http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html.    Events are largely free of
charge.

The schedule for the weekend is as follows:

Thursday, September 29th, 2005 

*       8am - 10am -- AACRE/NEWIRE Symposium --  To register for this event,
contact NEWIRE using the information below:

New England Women in Real Estate
Telephone 617-247-2346 
Fax: 617-267-7612 
E-Mail  < <mailto:newire at harronandassociates.com>
mailto:newire at harronandassociates.com>
 <mailto:newire at harronandassociates.com> newire at harronandassociates.com 

Center for Real Estate graduates receive a discount!

*       11am - 1pm -- WELCOME LUNCHEON & OVERVIEW OF THE INDUSTRIAL SECTOR

Presented by AMB Property Corporation
Location:  E51-Tang Center, Wong Auditorium

*        1pm - 2:30pm -- REAL ESTATE MARKETS, Prof. Bill Wheaton

Location:  E51-Tang Center, Wong Auditorium

*       2:30pm - 3:30pm -- TOUR #1 -- MIT's Brain and Cognitive Science
Building, limit 15 people,
(http://web.mit.edu/evolving/projects/cogsci/updates.html)

Meeting Place:  E51-Tang Center, Wong Auditorium

*       5pm - 7pm -- REAL DEAL with Tony Ciochetti, Chairman -- Lessons
Learned from Deals gone Astray

Presented by AMB Property Corporation

Location:  Center for Real Estate Lecture Hall, W31-301
Refreshments will be served

*       7:30pm  - 9pm -- AACRE Reception for alums, current students,
faculty, and staff

Sponsored by the Alumni/ae Association of the Center for Real Estate

Location:  Middlesex, 315 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

Friday, September 30, 2005 

*       Noon - 1:45pm -- Entrepreneurship Luncheon -- Center for Real Estate

Presenters:
        Robert Danziger, Founder, Northland Development
        Ken Morse, Managing Director, Sloan Entrepreneurship Center

Location:  Center for Real Estate Lecture Hall, W31-301

*       2:00pm - 3:00pm -- TOUR #2 -- MIT's Brain and Cognitive Science
Building, limit 15 people,
(http://web.mit.edu/evolving/projects/cogsci/updates.html)

Meeting Place:  Center for Real Estate, 3rd Floor

*       3:30 - 5:30 -- The State of the Center Webcast
If you cannot attend but would like to tune in to the webcast, visit the
Center's Home Page (web.mit.edu/cre):

Presenters:
        Tony Ciochetti, Thomas G. Eastman Chairman
        David Geltner, Director

Presentations:

*	State of the Center 

*	Industry Support/Research Initiatives

Location:  Room 9-057

*       6pm - 8pm -- Congratulatory Reception

Presentations:

*	Cheers to the Class of 2005 

*	Announcement of the AACRE Thesis Award Winner

Location:  MIT Museum (N52), Mass. Ave. & Windsor St.

Saturday, October 1, 2005 -- THE NEW ALUMNI!

*       11am - 2pm -- Class of 2005 Graduation and Reception -- Stata Center

Graduation Speaker
Mr. Ronnie C. Chan
Chairman
Hang Lung Properties, Ltd.

Location:  Stata Center, Building 32, Vassar Street near Main, Room 123

The weekend promises to be both fun and informative.   Overall, there is no
better bargain.  We hope to see you there!  To register, go to the following
URL:   <http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html, See Also Column

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MEET THE CLASS OF 2006

The Class of 2006 has arrived, all 34 of them.  We have nine women, four
dual degree students who are also working towards Master of City Planning,
MBA, and Master of Science in Civil Engineering degrees; and ten students
from countries outside of the United States.  Twelve members of the class
currently have graduate degrees in business, engineering, architecture,
accounting, law, and public administration.  Goals and objectives include
improving leadership skills, enhancing their knowledge of the industry,
career advancement, and developing a better understanding of finance and
development.  The group is interesting, engaging (and engaged), and ready to
go.  It looks like another fun year lies ahead.

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SAVE THE DATES!

PUTTING YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD -- Business Etiquette and Networking
September 14, 2005
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Tang Center - Amherst & Wadsworth Streets, Room E51-345 
( <http://whereis.mit.edu/map-jpg?selection=E51&Buildings=go>
http://whereis.mit.edu/map-jpg?selection=E51&Buildings=go)

The Center for Real Estate is joining the Alumni Association of the Center
for Real Estate and the Urban Land Institute's Young Leaders Group to
deliver a Business Etiquette and Networking workshop.  After a presentation
by Jodi Smith, President of Mannersmith, you will have the opportunity to
put your networking skills to the test and meet the Class of 2006, CRE
alums, and young leaders.  It promises to be fun and informative. Alumni/ae
are encouraged to attend.  To register for the event, contact Jennifer
Boyles at  <mailto:jboyles at mit.edu> jboyles at mit.edu.

Real Deals Schedule -- Fall 2005

The Real Deals program is returning with an important change.  To encourage
alumni/ae participation, the sessions will be held at the Center in the
evenings.  Refreshments will be provided, but to be sure we have enough
food, RSVP by contacting Jennifer Boyles at  <mailto:jboyles at mit.edu>
jboyles at mit.edu.  The dates and projects are listed below:

September 29, 2005
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Lessons Learned
AMB Property Corp.

October 19, 2005
6pm - 8pm
One First Street; Cambridge, MA
Leggat McCall Properties

November 16, 2005
6pm - 8pm
505 Atelier; Boston, MA
The Druker Company

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CRE Forum on Issues and Innovations in Real Estate
( <http://web.mit.edu/cre/events/events/cre-fire.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/events/events/cre-fire.html)

Munich, Germany
October 14, 2005
2:30pm - 5:00pm
 <http://www.kempinski-vierjahreszeiten.de/en/hotel/index.htm?folding=1>
Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski München
Maximilianstrasse 17
80539 München
Germany

German REITs: A Transatlantic Real Estate Investment Concept?

Co-Sponsor:  <https://www.tiholdings.com/Pages/new/alt2/index.php> Taurus
Investment Holdings, LLC

As the global demand for real estate investment products continues to grow,
there is increasing interest in the creation of a REIT structure in Germany.
This forum brings together a group of academic and industry experts to
discuss the status of G-REITs and to address the challenges and
opportunities associated with this ownership arrangement. 

Confirmed Panel Members

*	Prof. Dr. Tony Ciochetti
Chairman, MIT Center for Real Estate 

*	Mo Barzegar
Chief Investment Officer, AMB Property Europe B.V. 

*	Prof. Dr. Karl-Werner Schulte
Head of Department of Real Estate, European Business School 

*	Dr. Hans Volckens
Partner, Beiten Burkhardt Rechtsanwaltsgesekkschaft 

*	Dr. Heiko Beck
General Counsel, Dekabank Deutsche Gironzentrale 

*	Dr. Jürgen Schäfer
Executive Member of the Board, FERI Wealth Management 

*	Dr. Herbert Grebenc
Head of Real Estate, BMW AG 

Program

*	2:30-3:00pm - Prof. Dr. Tony Ciochetti
Welcome address
Role of REITs in the US capital markets 

*	3:00-3:10pm - Mo Barzegar 
US operator and international investment perspective on REITs 

*	3:10-3:20pm - Prof. Dr. Karl-Werner Schulte
Academic perspective on the history and future of REITs in Germany 

*	3:20-3:30pm - Dr. Hans Volckens 
Legal complexities, challenges and opportunities for German REITs 

*	3:30-3:40pm - Dr. Heiko Beck
Bank perspective on REITs 

*	3:40-3:50pm - Dr. Jurgen Schafer 
Financial requirements of the wealthy private investors regarding German
REITs 

*	3:50-4:00pm - Dr. Herbert Grebenc
Perspective from a potential user of German REITs 

*	4:00-5:00pm - Discussion with the audiences moderated by Prof. Dr.
Tony Ciochetti 

*	5:00-7:00pm - Cocktail reception
"Photographs of Tsunami: Document of Devastation by Giorgio Baravalle",
editor, designer and publisher of de-Mo Publications

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MIT/CRE OPEN HOUSE
( <http://web.mit.edu/cre/events/events/openhouse05.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/events/events/openhouse05.html)
October 24, 2005
6:00pm - 8:00pm
MIT Center for Real Estate, Building W31, 3rd floor

The Open House is an chance for prospective applicants to learn more about
the program. The session includes presentations by Center faculty, students
and alumni. The reception following the program provides a more informal
opportunity for prospective applicants to ask any questions they may have
about the Center. Faculty, alumni, and current students are available to
respond to inquiries about curriculum, student life, admissions, career
development, financial aid, and more.  

To RSVP for this event please e-mail Jennifer Boyles at jboyles at mit.edu.

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Slide Show of Alumni & Alumni Projects 
(See Also Side Bar,  <http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html)

One of the most popular MITREX downloads was the Gala Slide Show that was
prepared by Marylynn Gentry ('88).  In fact, the slide show was so
impressive, we decided to make it available for the general public.  Visit
the alumni web page and take a look!

Reminders and Notices 

*	Support the Center for Real Estate (
<http://web.mit.edu/cre/giving/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/giving/index.html).   The need for funding to support
the "new vision" of the Center is ongoing.  Please continue your support! 

*	Center for Real Estate Alumni Directory.  To request an electronic
copy of the CRE Alumni Directory, e-mail Marion Cunningham at
<mailto:marionoc at mit.edu> marionoc at mit.edu. 

*	Join the Alumni Association of the CRE, AACRE (
<https://alum.mit.edu/smarTrans/user/PayDues.dyn?groupID=189>
https://alum.mit.edu/smarTrans/user/PayDues.dyn?groupID=189). Thanks to
joining the larger MIT Alumni Association, CRE Alumni can pay their dues on
line.  Log in using your Infinite Connection login.  Select the dues type
you'd like to pay from the simple, secure, one-page form. Enter your billing
and credit card information, and your dues are paid for this fiscal year
(7/1 to 6/30).  If you would prefer to complete your membership by mail, go
to the CRE alumni web site ( <http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html)  and
download the membership form> http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html)  and
download the membership form.  

*	MIT Real Estate Exchange, MITREX (
<http://cre-mitrex.mit.edu/index.html>
http://cre-mitrex.mit.edu/index.html).  MITREX  is a searchable database
that  can be used to find documents of specific interest and alumni/ae and
members with expertise or interests in specific areas. Currently, MITREX has
326 members and 318 items that have been contributed. This promises to be an
invaluable tool.   

*	MIT/CRE Resume Book ( <http://web.mit.edu/cre/resumehome.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/resumehome.html).   Take a look, our students and
graduates are impressive! 

*	Note New URL!! Job Listings (
<http://web.mit.edu/cre/jobs/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/jobs/index.html).  Have a job you want to fill or
seeking a new opportunity?  We have the right person and the right job!
Send your job listings (with contact information) to
<mailto:marionoc at mit.edu> marionoc at mit.edu and they will be posted.  

*	Update Your Alumni Contact Information
(http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/update.html).  We want to stay in touch and
keep you informed.  To help us do so, please use this URL to update your
contact information.  

*	Alumni Network Services ( <http://alum.mit.edu/index.html>
http://alum.mit.edu/index.html).  Visit the MIT Alumni Association's web
site to find addresses and contact information for classmates.  

*	Alumni Projects ( <http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html and
<http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/alumprojects.html and
http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/index.html>
http://web.mit.edu/cre/alumni/alumprojects.html ).  Send me (
<mailto:marionoc at mit.edu> marionoc at mit.edu) notices of your projects,
publications, promotions, and noteworthy events for posting on the MIT/CRE
web site.   

Best regards,

Marion Cunningham

Managing  Director
MIT/Center for Real Estate
77 Massachusetts Avenue
W31-310
Cambridge, MA   02139-4307
Phone:  (617) 253-2680
Fax:       (617) 258-6991
 <http://web.mit.edu/cre/> http://web.mit.edu/cre/

CRE:  Our Graduates Build the Future

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