[GSC-anno] @MIT [Career Paths, Advising, Climate Change, Rocky Horror, and more...]

Bomy Lee Chung, GSC Secretary gsc-secretary at MIT.EDU
Mon Oct 15 08:30:44 EDT 2012 

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GSC - Graduate Student Council

   - Activities Committee Monthly Meeting <#13a6466fd9890a81_GSC1>
   - The Graduate - Looking for Submissions *(Paid
Articles)*<#13a6466fd9890a81_GSC2>
   - New Issue of The Graduate Available! - REENTRY <#13a6466fd9890a81_GSC3>

Academic-Professional

   - Career Paths for PhDs in Energy
Industry<#13a6466fd9890a81_Academic-Professional1>
   - Panel: Finding a Good Research
Advisor<#13a6466fd9890a81_Academic-Professional2>
   - Are Americans Profiting From Climate
Change?<#13a6466fd9890a81_Academic-Professional3>
   - MIT Energy Night 2012 <#13a6466fd9890a81_Academic-Professional4>
   - Communicating Inventiveness
Workshop<#13a6466fd9890a81_Academic-Professional5>
   - Strategy for Graduate Fellowship
Applications<#13a6466fd9890a81_Academic-Professional6>
   - 2012 MIT SDM Conference on Systems Thinking for Contemporary
Challenges<#13a6466fd9890a81_Academic-Professional7>

Extracurricular

   - IDEAS Global Challenge Generator
Dinner<#13a6466fd9890a81_Extracurricular1>
   - Meditation for Your Wellbeing <#13a6466fd9890a81_Extracurricular2>
   - Public Service Fellowships and Internships
Deadline<#13a6466fd9890a81_Extracurricular3>
   - MIT EMS <#13a6466fd9890a81_Extracurricular4>
   - MIT Snowriders NECP Season Pass Sales<#13a6466fd9890a81_Extracurricular5>

Misc

   - REGISTER TO VOTE, sponsored by the GSC Legislative Action
Sub-Committee<#13a6466fd9890a81_Misc1>
   - Choose to Reuse <#13a6466fd9890a81_Misc2>

Family

   - Kids Clothing & Toy Exchange <#13a6466fd9890a81_Family1>
   - Westgate Halloween Party <#13a6466fd9890a81_Family2>

Social

   - Tech Catholic Community Monday Night Discussion -
Grace<#13a6466fd9890a81_Social1>
   - LSC: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (FREE) <#13a6466fd9890a81_Social2>
   - Fall Circus <#13a6466fd9890a81_Social3>
   - Tang Hall Brunch <#13a6466fd9890a81_Social4>
   - Graduate Economics Association Happy Hour <#13a6466fd9890a81_Social5>
   - Shankar Tucker - Live in Concert <#13a6466fd9890a81_Social6>

*GSC*

Activities Committee Monthly Meeting
*What*: Activities Committee Monthly Meeting
*When*: Today! Monday, October 15 at 7pm
*Where*: GSC Office (50-220)
*Contact*: gsc-ac at mit.edu

   - Join us for our monthly Activities Committee Meeting
   - Find out about past and upcoming events
   - Share your ideas for new events and ways to promote fun
   - Sign up to volunteer or coordinate events
   - Get involved with our subcommittees: Arts, Outreach, and Grad Gala

 Looking for Submissions for The Graduate - HEALTH & WELLNESS
*What*: Submissions for The Graduate - *Get paid if your article is chosen!*
*When*: Submissions due October 15th
*Where*: Details here, including submissions
suggestions<http://gsc.mit.edu/the-graduate-article-submissions/>
*Contact*: GSN Editor <gsn-editor at mit.edu>

   - Are you interested in writing articles? Do you want your article to be
   published?
   - Do you want to share and talk about health and wellness issues? Do you
   have tips, thoughts, and comments on how to live a healthier and more
   balanced life at MIT?
   - Write an article for The Graduate! If your submission is chosen for
   publication, receive a $15 gift card!
   - The Graduate is looking for submissions for its next issue, centered
   around "HEALTH & WELLNESS". For more details (including suggestions of
   topics), please click
here<http://gsc.mit.edu/the-graduate-article-submissions/>
   - Articles must be around 500 words. Submission deadline is October 15,
   to the GSN Editor <gsn-editor at mit.edu>. Please submit a photo with your
   article, if possible!

 New Issue of The Graduate Available! - REENTRY
*What*: New Issue of The Graduate Available! - REENTRY
*When*: Now
*Where*: HERE <http://gsc.mit.edu/news-events/pubs/>
*Contact*: GSN Editor <gsn-editor at mit.edu>

   - New edition of The Graduate is now available!
   - The theme for this issue is REENTRY
   - Read about 40-hour work weeks, on-campus housing affordability, taking
   advantage of MIT's resources, and more!

 *Academic-Professional*

Career Paths for PhDs in Energy Industry
*What*: Career Paths for PhDs in Energy Industry
*When*: Thursday, October 18, 2012 6:30p–7:30p
*Where*: 56-114
*Contact*: gsc-arc at mit.edu

   - A panel of speakers will share their career paths stories and discuss
   various career options for entry in an energy related field.
   - The speakers span science and engineering disciplines, including
   professor, start-up co-funder and specialist from BP.
   - Registration preferred (no fee); register
here<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/embeddedform?formkey=dG4wSGhtbXZLSHVxdjRSR2pVcnBFQmc6MQ>

 GSC Panel: Finding a Good Research Advisor
*What*: GSC Panel: Finding a Good Research Advisor
*When*: October 22, 5-6:30 pm
*Where*: 32-124
*Contact*: djm89 at mit.edu

   - Looking for a research advisor? This panel discussion will help you
   make an educated decision about one of the most important choices in grad
   school
   - Get an overview of what considerations should go into choosing a lab
   and the pros and cons of different advising styles
   - Learn about how to make contact with PIs, negotiate issues of funding,
   projects, & coursework, and finally seal the deal
   - Meet faculty with advising awards and hear their perspectives on these
   issues as well as what makes a student a good fit in their labs
   - Space is limited and food will be served. RSVP
here<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dHV5V3ZpeUtCTkJlaFJnM0ItcHZhMGc6MQ>

 Are Americans Profiting From Climate Change?
*What*: Are Americans Profiting From Climate Change?
*When*: Tuesday, October 16, 6-7:30pm
*Where*: MIT Museum (265 Mass. Ave.)
*Contact*: brindha at mit.edu

   - Join John Reilly, Co-Director of the Joint Program on the Science and
   Policy of Climate Change at MIT,
   - to discuss the short-term, long-lived, local, and global effects of
   our everyday environmental and economic decisions.
   - Find out what the real impact of climate change is on Americans!
   - Free admission; light refreshments available.
   - More info here <http://web.mit.edu/museum/programs/calendar.html>

 MIT Energy Night 2012
*What*: MIT Energy Night 2012
*When*: Friday, October 19th, 2012
*Where*: MIT Museum (265 Massachusetts Avenue)
*Contact*: enot2012 at mit.edu

   - 80 Poster Presenters, 15 Startups, and Innovation tent to showcasing
   Energy research and entrepreneurship at MIT
   - Socialize with VCs, Professionals, Faculty, and Students
   - Refreshments and Hors d’Oeuvres will be provided.
   - Free and Open to Public. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
   - More info: check out our website <http://mitenergynight.org>

 Communicating Inventiveness Workshop
*What*: Communicating Inventiveness Workshop
*When*: Monday, October 22, 2012 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
*Where*: Bush Room (10-105) <http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=10>
*Contact*: Shannon O'Brien <shannon1 at mit.edu>

   - Designed to help Lemelson-MIT Student Prize applicants assemble and
   hone their applications, this workshop offers practical tips and
   encouragement to anyone in the MIT community who wishes to develop their
   professional communication skills in: Writing, Speaking & Video Making
   - Instructors from the Writing & Communication Center, Writing Across
   the Curriculum, and MIT's TechTV will present brief, interactive segments
   on how to prepare: written summaries that showcase your credentials and
   ideas; oral presentations that convey inventiveness and credibility; and
   video pitches that connect with an audience, while showing enthusiasm for
   your project idea.

 GSC Workshop: Strategy for Graduate Fellowship Applications
*What*: GSC Workshop: Strategy for Graduate Fellowship Applications
*When*: Oct. 23, 4-5:30 PM
*Where*: On-campus, room TBD
*Contact*: Laura Lewis <ldlewis at mit.edu>

   - Writing a graduate fellowship application? This workshop will provide
   feedback and advice on targeting your application for a specific funding
   agency
   - Get an overview of strategies for proposal writing
   - Learn about the evaluation criteria that reviewers use to assess your
   application
   - Bring a one-page draft of your specific aims for individual feedback!
   - Space is limited and food will be served; apply now
here!<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dG54ajhCNGlLVkt2R2NHWU9LblNQbnc6MQ#gid=0>

 2012 MIT SDM Conference on Systems Thinking for Contemporary Challenges
*What*: 2012 MIT SDM Conference on Systems Thinking for Contemporary
Challenges
*When*: October 22-23, 2012
*Where*: Wong Auditorium and Faculty Club
*Contact*: jsrubin at mit.edu

   - Please join us for the annual systems thinking conference, sponsored
   by MIT's System Design and Management Program.
   - This two-day event will feature MIT faculty and industry leaders who
   will discuss best practices for applying systems thinking to complex
   challenges.
   - More details available here <http://sdm.mit.edu/conf12>

 *Extracurricular*

IDEAS Global Challenge Generator Dinner
*What*: IDEAS Global Challenge Generator Dinner
*When*: Tuesday, October 16 7pm
*Where*: Walker Memorial; Morss Hall
*Contact*: Daniel Mokrauer-Madden <mokrauer at mit.edu>

   - MAKE YOUR IDEA HAPPEN - Come to the Generator Dinner
   - Pitch your idea to recruit teammates! Pitch your skill set to get
   recruited! OR just come and meet wonderful people!
   - to reserve a spot for your pitch <http://bit.ly/UPOCTN>
   - Complete a Scope Statement – submit your proposal to receive
   mentorship, feedback and an opportunity to receive development grants for
   your idea
   - 1st deadline for scope statements is Tuesday, October 23 at 11:59pm -
   The IDEAS Global Challenge is a program of the MIT Public Service Center

 Meditation for Your Wellbeing
*What*: Meditation for Your Wellbeing
*When*: Wednesday, 10/17 12:10-12:40
*Where*: E25-202
*Contact*: wellness at med.mit.edu

   - TIRED? Take 30 minutes to unwind and recharge your battery.
   - No registration required - free for grad students.
   - From Community Wellness at MIT Medical
   - Details here <http://wellness.mit.edu/classes/index>

 Public Service Fellowships and Internships Deadline
*What*: Public Service Fellowships and Internships Deadline
*When*: October 18th at noon
*Where*: Online
here<http://web.mit.edu/mitpsc/whatwedo/internshipsandfellowships/>
*Contact*: Alison Hynd <hynd at mit.edu>

   - Funded public service fellowships and internships for IAP.
   - Build capacity for community-focused organizations such as
   non-profits, schools, and social enterprises.
   - Work locally, nationally, or internationally. For IAP, we particularly
   encourage projects in the Americas (including the US).
   - Special funding available for grad students, including sponsorship
   from the GSC.
   - Details and application materials
here<http://web.mit.edu/mitpsc/whatwedo/internshipsandfellowships/>

 MIT EMS
*What*: MIT EMS
*When*: Now Until October 28th
*Where*: ---
*Contact*: shanasia at mit.edu

   - Join MIT EMS! Become a licensed EMT-B!
   - MIT EMS is a volunteer, student-run, confidential, 24/7 ambulance
   service for the MIT Community
   - Apply for the IAP EMT Class TODAY at our
website<http://ems.mit.edu/become>and get certified in the Spring!
   - Come to our Study Break on 10/24 (Wed.) from 9-10pm at the Coffeehouse
   in the Student Center (W20-308) to learn more and meet the MIT EMTs!
   - There is always free food!

 MIT Snowriders NECP Season Pass Sales!
*What*: MIT Snowriders NECP Season Pass Sales!
*When*: Thru Nov 30th, 2012
*Where*: Student Center, Table 8
*Contact*: sr-officers at mit.edu

   - The MIT Snowriders are selling discount New England College Pass
   season passes serving Loon, Sugarloaf and Sunday River resorts
   - Passes can be purchased by appointment or during one of our table
   sessions in W20 first floor, Table 8.
   - Dates/Times: 1-3pm 10/22, 10/25, 10/29, 11/01, 11/05, 11/08, 11/15,
   11/19, 11/27, 11/29
   - Email sr-seasonpasses at mit.edu for an appointment.
   - Visit our website <http://snowriders.mit.edu> or check out the MIT
   Snowriders on Facebook for more information

 *Misc*

REGISTER TO VOTE, sponsored by the GSC Legislative Action Sub-Committee
*What*: REGISTER TO VOTE, sponsored by the GSC Legislative Action
Sub-Committee
*When*: Now through Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at 8:00 PM
*Where*: 50-220, your local RMV, and by mail
*Contact*: LASC <gsc-lasc-committee at mit.edu>

   - Don't forget to REGISTER TO VOTE
   - Free voter registration forms outside of 50-220, now until Oct 17
   - Also see this website<http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ele/eleifv/howreg.htm>
   - Forms must be submitted by October 17th
   - Every Vote Counts!

 Choose to Reuse
*What*: Choose to Reuse
*When*: Thursday October 18, 8am - 1 pm
*Where*: Stata TSMC (white lobby), corner of Main and Vassar Streets
*Contact*: ro_br at mit.edu

   - Come and pick up free, gently used clothing!!!!
   - Bring in clean, reusable clothing as you change over your wardrobe!!
   - Drop-off begins at 8:00 AM. Pick-up starts at 11:00 AM. Event ends at
   1:00 PM.
   - We are co-hosting with the Spouses & Partners @ MIT group and
   featuring children and toddler clothing too.
   - Everything that remains will be donated or recycled by the Department
   of Facilities Recycling Program.

 *Family*

Kids Clothing & Toy Exchange
*What*: Kids Clothing & Toy Exchange
*When*: Thursday October 18: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
*Where*: 32-TSMC Lobby Stata Center 1st floor
*Contact*: reck at med.mit.edu

   - Please bring your clean, gently used kids clothing, outerwear, or
   shoes and toys for children ages 0-5.
   - DROP-OFF will be from 10 - 11. EXCHANGE will start at 11.
   - You do not need to bring clothes to participate. Adult clothing will
   also be exchanged.
   - co-sponsored with Choose to Reuse, a monthly event organized by
   Working Green Committee, Sustainability at MIT, Facilities, and MIT
   spouses&partners.

 Westgate Halloween Party
*What*: Westgate Halloween Party
*When*: Saturday October 27, 2012
*Where*: Westgate Basement Lounge (W-82)
*Contact*: bhaslam at mit.edu

   - Come join us for the Westgate Halloween Party! There will be crafts
   for kids and light finger foods.
   - 5:30pm - Finger foods, and Halloween crafts for kids
   - 6:30pm - A few songs by the MIT Marching Band
   - 6:45pm - Costume Parade! The band will lead a short parade around the
   Westgate playground. Trick-or-treating at Westgate immediately following.
   - Costumes encouraged but not required. All are welcome! Register online
   here <http://westgate.mit.edu>

 *Social*

Tech Catholic Community Monday Night Discussion - Grace
*What*: Tech Catholic Community Monday Night Discussion--Grace
*When*: October 15, 7:00 pm
*Where*: W11 Main Dining Room
*Contact*: ptrocha at mit.edu

   - Come enjoy a pizza dinner and discussion!
   - MIT alumna Camille Carlisle will lead a discussion on the Catholic
   principle of grace and its role in faith

 LSC: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (FREE)
*What*: LSC: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (FREE)
*When*: Oct 19 at 11:59pm, Oct 20 at 7 & 10pm
*Where*: 26-100
*Contact*: lsc at mit.edu

   - FREE admission, sponsored by the UA Finboard!
   - The Friday show will feature Boston's own Full Body Cast!
   - "The film itself is a lot of fun -- but the audience-participation
   phenomenon has turned it into a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience." -- TV
   Guide

 Fall Circus
*What*: Fall Circus
*When*: October 20-21st
*Where*: Groton, NH
*Contact*: mprat at mit.edu

   - Hiking, climbing, outdoors!
   - Meet other outdoor enthusiasts
   - Try a new outdoor activity
   - Relax for a weekend in the White Mountains

 Tang Hall Brunch
*What*: Tang Hall Brunch
*When*: Sunday October 21st, 11:00AM - 12:30 PM
*Where*: Tang Hall, 24th floor
*Contact*: tang-social-chair at mit.edu

   - Please come over to Tang for the first brunch of the semester. It will
   be on the 24th floor lounge.
   - We will have a variety of food and a good view of the Boston downtown
   up there. Please help us to minimized the waste by bringing your own
   utensils!
   - See you there! Tang Social Chairs

 Graduate Economics Association Happy hour
*What*: Graduate Economics Association Happy hour
*When*: Friday, October 26, 5:30pm-7pm
*Where*: E52-244
*Contact*: dcolino at mit.edu

   - Join the Graduate Economics Association for September's Happy hour.
   - Socialize over bites and share ideas.
   - All are welcome!
   - Co-sponsored by the GSC Funding Board.

 Shankar Tucker - Live in Concert!
*What*: Shankar Tucker - Live in Concert!
*When*: November 4th, 6pm
*Where*: Kresge Auditorium
*Contact*: kshekhar at mit.edu

   - Students for Bhopal, Association for India's Development and Indian
   Raga are excited to present Shankar Tucker, live in concert at MIT
   - Shankar, a graduate of the New England Conservatory blends classical
   Indian music, jazz and popular music to create a unique and original fusion.
   - The concert will feature Rohini Ravada and Rohan Kymal
   - Check out videos of Shankar on his youtube channel "The ShrutiBox"
   - To buy tickets, please visit this
page<http://shankartucker.brownpapertickets.com/>.
   MIT student tickets at $10!

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