[GSC-anno] @MIT [PTAC Report, Temp. Move of ODGE, Software Trial Ending, Eastgate Grill Night, and more]
Christopher Smith, GSC Secretary
gsc-secretary at MIT.EDU
Mon Jun 24 07:59:17 EDT 2013
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GSC - Graduate Student Council ****
- Special: Read the PTAC Report <#13f7608c941679aa_GSC1>****
- GSC Executive Committee Meeting <#13f7608c941679aa_GSC2>****
- 2013 MIT GSC Orientation logo contest <#13f7608c941679aa_GSC3>****
- Recruiting: GSC ARC events coordinators <#13f7608c941679aa_GSC4>****
- Recruiting: GSC OC events coordinators <#13f7608c941679aa_GSC5>****
Academic-Professional ****
- ODGE Headquarters to Make Temporary
Move<#13f7608c941679aa_Academic-Professional1>
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Extracurricular ****
- Weekly Salsa Classes <#13f7608c941679aa_Extracurricular1>****
- Ballroom Dance Club: American Waltz
Workshops<#13f7608c941679aa_Extracurricular2>
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Miscellaneous ****
- IS&T Mobile Printing Software Trial -- Ends June
30th<#13f7608c941679aa_Misc1>
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Social ****
- Hockey Night with 10 wings for $2 at the Thirsty Ear
Pub!<#13f7608c941679aa_Social1>
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- Eastgate: Saturday Grill Night <#13f7608c941679aa_Social2>****
- MIT Ballroom's Live Music featuring Trilogy Band<#13f7608c941679aa_Social3>
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- MEGA Muddy Monday hosted by MechE and EECS <#13f7608c941679aa_Social4>*
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- Canada Day BBQ <#13f7608c941679aa_Social5>****
- Ashdown: 4th of July BBQ <#13f7608c941679aa_Social6>****
- MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub <#13f7608c941679aa_Social7>****
- MIT-WHOI Summer Picnic <#13f7608c941679aa_Social8>****
GSC****
Special: Read the PTAC Report
*What*: Final Report of the Presidential Transition Advisory Cabinet (PTAC)
*Where*: http://web.mit.edu/committees/ptac/index.html
*Contact*: ptac at mit.edu ****
- PTAC was formed in the summer of 2012 and was charged with providing
the student perspective to President Reif as he developed a vision for the
Institute. ****
- This body consisted of four undergraduate and four graduate students,
and met with President Reif regularly throughout the Fall of 2012.****
- The final report summarizes the findings this body presented to
President Reif in those meetings.****
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GSC Executive Committee Meeting
*What*: Monthly Meeting of the GSC Executive Committee
*When*: Tuesday, June 25th, 6-7:00pm
*Where*: GSC office (50-220)
*Contact*: gsc-officers at mit.edu ****
- Come see how the GSC is run, obtain news & updates from all the
committees, and get a preview of July's General Council Meeting.****
- Dinner will be provided.****
- Open to the MIT community.****
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2013 MIT GSC Orientation logo contest
*What*: 2013 MIT GSC Orientation logo contest
*When*: Until Saturday, June 29th, 12pm
*Where*: GSC office (50-220)
*Contact*: gsc-oc at mit.edu ****
- We declare open the contest for the 2013 MIT GSC Orientation logo. If
you like to draw this is your chance to make the difference.****
- Design a logo that represents MIT and send it to the Orientation
Committee (gsc-oc at mit.edu) by Saturday, June 29th.****
- The logo should show something characteristic of MIT like the letters
“MIT”, or Tim the Beaver, or something on the same line.****
- You should try to limit your drawing to 2 or 3 colors. Be careful not
to use images protected by copyright.****
- The best idea will be chosen to proudly represent MIT throughout the
Orientation 2013 and the winner will receive as a price an Amazon gift card.
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Recruiting: GSC ARC events coordinators
*What*: Recruiting: GSC ARC events coordinators
*When*: summer
*Where*: on-campus
*Contact*: gsc-arc at mit.edu ****
- Want to do something cool in the summer? Develop leadership skills and
make friends? we have plenty of opportunities for you****
- Grad 101/102 Coordinator: work with GSC ATC/OC to give the first
lecture on graduate life to incoming students!****
- Academic Development Series Coordinator: collaborate with GSC and GECD
on a serires of events on academic career development****
- Summer Writing Boot Camp Coordinator: work with ARC and MIT library to
maintain a specific dissertation writing space for 2 weeks****
- If interested, drop an e-mail about your insterest/yourself at
gsc-arc at mit.edu****
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Recruiting: GSC OC events coordinators
*What*: Recruiting: GSC OC events coordinators
*When*: from now until the end of the summer
*Where*: on campus
*Contact*: gsc-oc at mit.edu ****
- For the Orientation Committee of the GSC this is the time to plan a
new majestic Orientation for the incoming Grad Students.****
- As every year the Orientation will be full of fun and social events
all over campus from August 25th to September 14th.****
- Help us planning the BEST WELCOME PARTY OF THE YEAR.****
- Coordinators spots available for Reception Under the Dome, Families
101, Cambridge Pub Crawl, Outdoor Trip.****
- If you are interested shoot an e-mail at gsc-oc at mit.edu****
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Academic-Professional****
ODGE Headquarters to Make Temporary Move
*What*: ODGE Headquarters to Make Temporary Move
*When*: June 24 – August 2
*Where*: E34, second floor
*Contact*: jlandry at mit.edu ****
- To allow for renovations in the 3-138 ODGE headquarters suite, the
staff will temporarily move our operations to the second floor of E34
(across Carleton Street from MIT Medical, very close to the Kendall T
stop). ****
- Please note, in order to accommodate the move, ODGE headquarters will
be closed on June 24 and June 25.****
- Student advising services will still be available through Assistant
Dean Jason McKnight (jrmac at mit.edu, 617-253-5427) on June 24 and June
25, and the satellite ODGE offices in building 9 (Dean McKnight) and
building 35 (Fellowships, Diversity, Communications) will remain unaffected
throughout the move period.****
- The International Students Office will also remain open during its
regular business hours.****
- Headquarters staff will occupy the temporary quarters from June 24
through August 2, 2013. Many thanks for your patience as we upgrade our
facilities!****
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Extracurricular****
Weekly Salsa Classes
*What*: Weekly Salsa Classes
*When*: Sundays, 7-9 pm, 6/23 through 8/11
*Where*: Lobby 13
*Contact*: rueda_summer_instructors at mit.edu ****
- Learn Salsa with the MIT Casino Rueda Group!****
- No partner or prior experience required.****
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Ballroom Dance Club: American Waltz Workshops
*What*: Ballroom Dance Club: American Waltz Workshops
*When*: Mondays, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8; 7:30 - 9:00pm
*Where*: Location varies. Check website:
http://web.mit.edu/bdclub/iapsummer.html.
*Contact*: bdc-info at mit.edu ****
- Series of four classes in American Waltz.****
- Please feel free to join even if you miss a class.****
- FREE for MIT students!****
- You do not need previous experience or a partner.****
- Dress comfortably.****
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Miscellaneous****
IS&T Mobile Printing Software Trial -- Ends June 30th
*What*: Ezeep.com Trial Courtesy of MIT IS&T
*When*: Trial Ends: Sunday, June 30th *Contact*: mitcho at mit.edu ****
- IS&T is nearing the end of a trial of ezeep – the mobile printing
service. <http://www.ezeep.com>****
- This service enables you to submit documents to the Pharos print
queues from your iOS or Android device.****
- Visit our site <http://mit.edu/printing/mobile> for more information
about the service, including setup instructions and to find out how to give
feedback.****
- Student feedback is vital in determining whether or not we extend this
into the next academic year.****
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Social****
Hockey Night with 10 wings for $2 at the Thirsty Ear Pub!
*What*: Hockey Night with 10 wings for $2 at the Thirsty Ear Pub!
*When*: Monday June 24th. Pub opens at 7:30pm.
*Where*: Thirsty Ear Pub, Ashdown House (NW35)
*Contact*: teec-sports at mit.edu ****
- Come watch Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals: Blackhawks vs. Bruins!****
- 10 wings for $2 (while supplies last), kitchen is open until 11pm****
- Sponsored by the Graduate Student Life Grants and GradRat. Hosted by
the Thirsty Ear Executive Committee (TEEC).****
- 21+ w/ govt photo ID only. Please have ID ready to show at door.****
- The Thirsty Ear is MIT’s on-campus pub, serving dinner and drinks at
grad student prices. http://thirsty-ear.mit.edu****
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Eastgate: Saturday Grill Night
*What*: Saturday Grill Night
*When*: June 29th, 6pm-8pm
*Where*: Eastgate Courtyard (E55)
*Contact*: eastgate-officers at mit.edu ****
- Love to grill but hate the hassle?****
- You bring the meat, we bring the heat!****
- Grill up your favorite dish and we'll****
- take care of the drinks and sides.****
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MIT Ballroom's Live Music featuring Trilogy Band
*What*: MIT Ballroom's Live Music featuring Trilogy Band
*When*: Saturday, June 29, 2013, 7PM-midnight
*Where*: La Sala de Puerto Rico
*Contact*: mitbdt-exec at mit.edu ****
- Beginner waltz lesson at 7PM and beginner swing lesson at 7:30****
- Ticket Presale: $5 students, $10 MIT affiliates, $15 general public;
$5 door fee****
- Buy tickets at: http://mitballroomsocial.eventbrite.com/****
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MEGA Muddy Monday hosted by MechE and EECS
*What*: MEGA Muddy Monday hosted by MechE and EECS
*When*: July 1st, 5:30pm
*Where*: The Muddy Charles Pub
*Contact*: alisono at mit.edu ****
- Join the Graduate Student Associations of MechE and EECS for food and
drinks at the Muddy Charles Pub****
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Canada Day BBQ
*What*: Canada Day BBQ
*When*: Monday July 1st, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
*Where*: S-P Courtyard
*Contact*: canadians-owner at mit.edu ****
- Come and help celebrate Canada's 146th Birthday at our Canada-themed
BBQ!****
- No traditional fireworks, but we will feature:****
- A BBQ'd main course augmented with select imported Canuck treats,
including homemade maple-walnut pie!****
- For those with Canadian attire, sporting it is definitely encouraged***
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- Hope to see you there!****
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Ashdown: 4th of July BBQ
*What*: 4th of July BBQ
*When*: 4th July 2013, 4-8 PM
*Where*: Ashdown House
*Contact*: ashdown-social at mit.edu ****
- Join all members of the MIT community to celebrate this historic day
on the 4th of July!****
- Free food for all! Burgers, Hot dogs and Beverages.****
- Enjoy the cultural activities! Reading of the Declaration of
Independence, Trivia and other fun games with Prizes.****
- Sponsored by GSC, Ashdown and the ASA****
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MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub
*What*: MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub
*When*: Tues, Jul 9, 8p. Show starts 8:30p.
*Where*: Thirsty Ear Pub
*Contact*: teec-comedy at mit.edu ****
- Join us for another MIT Comedy Night, with headliner Steve Macone
(Comedy Central, The Onion writer, Boston Comedy Festival finalist).****
- Hosted by John Baglio. Featuring Jimmy Anicet, Caitlin Durante, David
McCalib, Alingon Mitra, Nick Ortolani.****
- Snacks provided and free soda. Presented by the Thirsty Ear Executive
Committee (TEEC).****
- Sponsored by GSC Funding Board, Peter de Florez ’38 Humor Fund, and
GradRat.****
- 21+ govt ID required for entry. Please have ready to show at the door.*
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MIT-WHOI Summer Picnic
*What*: MIT-WHOI Summer Picnic
*When*: 07/20 09:30am-6pm
*Where*: Quissett Ballfield, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Woods
Hole, MA
*Contact*: mmoulton at mit.edu ****
- Enjoy a summer day on the beautiful Woods Hole Oceanographic
Institution campus on Cape Cod!****
- Buses leave MIT at 9:30am and return to MIT by 6pm****
- Tickets available starting July 1: https://mit.universitytickets.com***
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- More info: http://events.mit.edu/event.html?id=15000637&date=2013/07/20
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