[Gsc-anno] @MIT [Dental insurance, science policy bootcamp, GRT info session, and transportation showcase]

[Todd Schenk (GSC Secretary)]

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Highlights:

	1.  2011 DeltaCare Dental Insurance - DEADLINE WEDNESDAY

	2.  Science Policy Bootcamp - APPLY BY FRIDAY

	3.  Graduate Resident Tutor Information Session - TOMORROW

	4.  MIT Transportation Showcase - Call for Posters

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1 What:      2011 DeltaCare Dental Insurance Deadline Dec 15th
1 Where:    http://www.universityhealthplans.com/letters/letter.cgi?school_id=161
1 Contact:  gsc-hca at mit.edu

- Signups for January-August 2011 dental coverage open until Dec 15th 2010
- DeltaCare is a 3rd party student dental plan available to all MA Students
- For dental insurance comparisions check out: http://graddental.mit.edu
- Neither MIT nor the GSC officially endorse this insurance, and it is
  suggested that you compare it against other available insurance
  options.

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2 What:      Science Policy Bootcamp
2 When:     Jan 18 - 20, 9:00 - 3:00 (lunch provided); Jan 21 1:00 - 3:00
2 Where:    56-114, OCW site: http://goo.gl/lYlAM
2 Contact:  johannaw at mit.edu

- Four-day seminar introduces graduate scientists and engineers to the 
  nuts and bolts of science policy-making.
- Led by William Bonvillian, director of MIT's Washington DC Office.  
- Learn the fundamental structure of science policy and routes into a 
  policy career. 
- To enroll, email johannaw at mit.edu with a brief essay (~150 words) 
  about what you hope to gain from participating.
- Include your student status and department affiliation. 
- Deadline to enroll is December 17. Enrollment is limited.
- Organized by the MIT Science Policy Initiative (http://web.mit.edu/spi/)

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3 What:      Graduate Resident Tutor (GRT) Information Session
3 When:     Tuesday, December 14, 6-7pm
3 Where:    Multi-Purpose Room at Sidney Pacific (NW86)
3 Contact:  be-a-grt at mit.edu

- Residential Life Programs is seeking MIT graduate students to live in 
   undergraduate dorms as mentors for 2011-2012.
- GRTs receive free housing and a stipend, and play a vital role in the 
   MIT community.
- The info session is a chance to discuss the position with a current GRT 
   and an RLP staff member.
- For more information or to start an application, visit http://greta.mit.edu. 
- If you can’t make this session, there will be others on 01/05, 01/26, and 02/03

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4 What:      MIT Transportation Showcase - Call for Posters
4 When:     February 24, 201, 6:00-8:30pm
4 Where:    MIT Museum
4 Contact:  http://web.mit.edu/transportclub/showcase/

-Opportunities for students, faculty, alumni, and employers interested in 
   transportation to connect in a relaxed environment.
-Students researching transportation-related topics are invited to submit abstracts 
   to present research posters.
-Please submit your research poster abstract by January 17, 2011.
-Please RSVP to have your resume included in the pool sent out to employers.

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