[GSC-anno] @MIT [Orientation Events, IS&T VP Search, Fall Funding Cycle, Families 101, and more]
Christopher Smith, GSC Secretary
gsc-secretary at MIT.EDU
Mon Aug 26 07:53:06 EDT 2013
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GSC - Graduate Student Council ****
- New Shuttle Line this Fall! <#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC1>****
- Join the VP of IS&T Selection Committee! <#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC2>****
- Summer/Fall Round II (Fall) Funding Board Cycle<#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC3>
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- GradRat New Ring Design Premiere <#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC4>****
- Submit an Article for the Next Issue of "The
Graduate"<#140b9773feed2d7a_GSC5>
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Orientation 2013 ****
- Orientation 2013, Volunteer Sign-up: Events Access and Free
T-shirts<#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation1>
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- SP Orientation BBQ and Movie Night <#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation2>****
- Boston Harbor Cruise <#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation3>****
- Ashdown Orientation Dance Party <#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation4>****
- Sidney-Pacific Orientation Brunch <#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation5>****
- Ashdown House Dessert Night: Making
Brigadeiros<#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation6>
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- Ashdown House Dessert Night: International Dessert
Sampling<#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation7>
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- Graduate Orientation Olympics <#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation8>****
- SP Orientation Dance Party <#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation9>****
- Graduate Student Volunteer Day 2013 <#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation10>**
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- MITourist 2013: Orientation Photo Scavenger
Hunt<#140b9773feed2d7a_Orientation11>
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Academic-Professional ****
- TEDxCambridge Is Back <#140b9773feed2d7a_Academic-Professional1>****
Extracurricular ****
- MIT PE online Registration <#140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular1>****
- Introducing the Science Policy Initiative @
MIT<#140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular2>
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- IronNerd Super Sprint Triathlon <#140b9773feed2d7a_Extracurricular3>***
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Family ** **
- Families 101 <#140b9773feed2d7a_Family1>****
Social ** **
- Grad Hillel Welcome Back BBQ <#140b9773feed2d7a_Social1>****
- MITBDT Dance Camp <#140b9773feed2d7a_Social2>****
- YouTube Night! <#140b9773feed2d7a_Social3>****
- GCF Welcome Dinner <#140b9773feed2d7a_Social4>****
- MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub <#140b9773feed2d7a_Social5>****
GSC****
New Shuttle Line this Fall!
*What*: Institute launches a new Shuttle line this Fall to Imman Square,
Union Square and East Cambridge
*When*: September - December 2013
*Contact*: GSC Transportation Subcommittee gsc-hca-transportation at mit.edu **
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- The MIT Transportation and Parking Committee and the GSC
Transportation Subcommittee are pleased to announce a new 4-month pilot
program to offer an additional Shuttle line to the MIT Community.****
- The new line will serve Imman Square, Union Square and East Cambridge.*
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- It will run every day of the week, from 6 pm to 2:30 am on Sundays,
Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and from 6 pm to 3:30 am on Thursdays,
Fridays and Saturdays.****
- Its continuation after December 2013 will depend critically on
ridership numbers. So if you want it, use it!****
- Exact routing can be found here<http://gsc.mit.edu/hca/NewRoute2013.pdf>
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Join the VP of IS&T Selection Committee!
*What*: Join the VP of IS&T Selection Committee!
*When*: Application due September 1, 2013
*Where*: Email resume and a short statement to gsc-nominations at mit.edu
*Contact*: gsc-nominations at mit.edu ****
- Background: MIT is searching for the next Vice President for
Information Systems and Technology (IS&T)!****
- Benefits 1: Meet and work with MIT administers, faculties and staff
and learn about the high level leadership team at MIT****
- Benefit 2: Interview potential candidates and provide your input on
the VP-IST position****
- Benefit 3: Gain knowledge about the IS&T vision of support to the
academic and research mission****
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Summer/Fall Round II (Fall) Funding Board Cycle - Application to open soon
*What*: Summer/Fall Round II (Fall) Funding Board Cycle - Application to
open soon
*When*: September 1, 2013
*Where*: https://gsc.mit.edu/funding-board-application/
*Contact*: gsc-treasurer at mit.edu ****
- Applications to open soon for Summer/Fall Round II****
- Cycle starts on Sept. 29th and ends on Dec 31st****
- The application deadline is Sept. 15th****
- Please review the GSC Funding Board
Guidelines<http://gsc.mit.edu/funding/groups/guidelines/>prior to
filling in your application.
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GradRat New Ring Design Premiere
*What*: GradRat New Ring Design Premiere
*When*: Thursday, September 5, 5pm - 7pm
*Where*: Walker Memorial, Morss Hall (50-140)
*Contact*: gsc-ring at mit.edu ****
- We will be unveiling the new GradRat ring design for the next 5 years**
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- Chocolate, various desserts, and wine will be served****
- There will be several goodie giveaways!****
- 10 $50 discounts for the ring will be raffled off****
- You will be able to order rings or get sized as well****
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Submit an Article for the Next Issue of "The Graduate"
*What*: Submit an Article for the Next Issue of "The Graduate"
*When*: Deadline: Friday, September 6, 2013, 6pm
*Contact*: gsn-editor at mit.edu ****
- The first issue of the school year will be entitled *Rewind: Reflection
*. *Rewind:Reflection* will present the stories behind the summer
research, collaborative work, projects, or internships completed by MIT
Graduate students.****
- Students should submit short, descriptive profile pieces about
themselves and their summer work. Profiles should provide the audience with
a clear understanding of the author's summer activities, their overall
goals, and how they were able to allow their research at MIT to transition
into the real world.****
- The deadline to submit the articles is September 6th, 2013. Each
profile should be 900 words or less, and written in article form. A
high-resolution photo should be submitted as well.****
- More details and a list of questions to guide your writing process are
available here <http://gsc.mit.edu/RewindReflection.pdf>.****
- If your article is chosen for publication, you will receive a $15 gift
card! ****
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Orientation 2013****
Orientation 2013, Volunteer Sign-up: Events Access and Free T-shirts
*What*: Orientation 2013, Volunteer Sign-up: Events Access and Free
T-shirts
*When*: Now
*Where*: On Campus
*Contact*: gsc-oc at mit.edu ****
- The best welcome party of the year is finally here. Help us out, get
events access and a free T-shirt.****
- Also you get to attend the event for free. You can sign up for as many
events as you want.****
- Week one (8/25-8/31):
https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=1649232481****
- Weeks two and three(9/07-9/14):
https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=2104214892****
- Family Carnival (8/31 2pm to 6pm):
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ans0LX0Zak8-dHRJZTRVZjItNU9DcWhoY1F0SHJMNnc#gid=0
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SP Orientation BBQ and Movie Night
*What*: SP Orientation BBQ and Movie Night
*When*: 08/27/2013, 6PM
*Where*: SP Courtyard
*Contact*: sp-orientation-chair at mit.edu ****
- Enjoy a night of magic: incredibly tasty food prepared by our proud SP
volunteers****
- Play some mini games to win prizes, and watch the movie Oz the Great
and Powerful on a giant outdoor screen.****
- Cash bar for drink is available. Must show Age 21+ ID to purchase
alcohol.****
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Boston Harbor Cruise
*What*: Boston Harbor Cruise
*When*: August 28 @ 7pm
*Where*: The Provincetown II (dock is at 200 Seaport Blvd)
*Contact*: schlusve at mit.edu; adubin at mit.edu; nwang at mit.edu ****
- Come join us for the Boston Harbor Cruise!****
- Enjoy dancing, meeting the first years, and making new friends!****
- Dress to impress!****
- Food will be served and attendees must be 21+!****
- Get a ticket at the Orientation Info Booth or at
https://gsc.scripts.mit.edu:444/ssl/em/?pg=1&id=37****
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Ashdown Orientation Dance Party
*What*: Ashdown Orientation Dance Party
*When*: Friday, August 30th, 9 PM
*Where*: Ashdown House
*Contact*: ashdown-social at mit.edu ****
- Great opportunity to meet new and current MIT Students!****
- Enjoy free pizza and burritos with Awesome Top 40 music!****
- Engaging games with prizes!****
- Get ready to get down in Ashdown!!****
- ID verification required for alcohol consumption****
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Sidney-Pacific Orientation Brunch
*What*: Sidney Pacific Orientation Brunch
*When*: 09/01/2013 12PM
*Where*: Sidney-Pacific Mark Room
*Contact*: sp-brunch-chair at mit.edu ****
- A chance to eat some good food and socialize with your new neighbors!**
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- Help keep SP green by bringing your own plate and utensils****
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Ashdown House Dessert Night: Making Brigadeiros
*What*: Ashdown House Dessert Night: Making Brigadeiros
*When*: Sunday, September 1st, 2-5pm
*Where*: Ashdown NW-35 Hulsizer Room
*Contact*: ashdown-cultural at mit.edu ****
- Try your hand at being a pastry chef by making brigadeiros (one of
Brazil's most popular desserts)!****
- Reserve your spot at
https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=AshdownDessertNight****
- Sponsored by GSC Orientation Committee and Ashdown House****
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Ashdown House Dessert Night: International Dessert Sampling
*What*: Ashdown House Dessert Night: International Dessert Sampling
*When*: Monday, September 2nd, 8-10pm
*Where*: Ashdown NW-35 Hulsizer Room
*Contact*: ashdown-cultural at mit.edu ****
- Sample delightful desserts from all around the world!****
- Meet the diverse international community at MIT while satisfying your
craving for sweets.****
- Desserts include: Chocolate Fountain, Cannoli, Saffron Ice Cream,
Brigadeiros, and more!****
- Sponsored by GSC Orientation Committee and Ashdown House****
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Graduate Orientation Olympics
*What*: Graduate Orientation Olympics
*When*: 09/03/2013 2PM
*Where*: Z center, Brigg's Field
*Contact*: sp-orientation-chair at mit.edu ****
- An afternoon of Soccer, Frisbee, Unihoc, Volleyball, Badminton,
Athletics and new friends!****
- Participants will be teamed on the spot to battle in a variety of
sports.****
- Meet new friends, win prizes, enjoy the dinner served after the games!*
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- The event is open to all MIT students, spouses & partners but is not
suitable for children.****
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SP Orientation Dance Party
*What*: SP Orientation Dance Party
*When*: 09/06/2013 9PM
*Where*: SP Courtyard
*Contact*: sp-orientation-chair at mit.edu ****
- DJ BIG from WPOT Hot 97 Boston radio station is leading this giant
outdoor dance party to kick off your new semester****
- Wear a tie or a costume for a chance to win a free drink.****
- Cash bar for alcohol will also be available.****
- Our SP Dance Cam will broadcast live your hottest moves. The question
is, are you ready for a MIT weekend?****
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Graduate Student Volunteer Day 2013
*What*: Graduate Student Volunteer Day 2013
*When*: September 7 (8:30 am -2:30 pm)
*Where*: Stratton Student Center (W20)
*Contact*: azubair at mit.edu, afroz at mit.edu ****
- Graduate Student Volunteer Day (GSVD) is an excellent opportunity to
meet fellow graduate students while providing service to the community.**
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- The day consists of a registration and breakfast, a few hours of
volunteering with a team of MIT grad students, and an appreciation lunch at
the end.****
- Provide with an opportunity to mingle with new grad students while
serving the community****
- The event description is at http://tinyurl.com/2013-MIT-GSVD****
- Sign-up is required and deadline for signup is August 23, 2013:
http://tinyurl.com/gsvd13****
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MITourist 2013: Orientation Photo Scavenger Hunt
*What*: MITourist 2013: Orientation Photo Scavenger Hunt
*When*: 09/08/2013 3:00 PM
*Where*: SP Mark Multipurpose Room
*Contact*: sp-scavenger-hunt at mit.edu ****
- Come to SP's Orientation Scavenger Hunt and get the chance to explore
campus.****
- Dinner will be provided after the Scavenger Hunt where we'll show the
solutions.****
- To sign up, go to http://goo.gl/bF9RYX****
- Teams should have between 5 and 8 people, but incomplete teams can
sign up and will be merged later.****
- Sign ups to the website will be open until 9/7.****
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Academic-Professional****
TEDxCambridge Is Back
*What*: TEDxCambridge Is Back
*When*: Friday, September 13, 6pm - 11pm
*Where*: Various Locations Around Kendall Square
*Contact*: leap at mit.edu ****
- Bringing new ideas to several stages around Kendall Square****
- Features a new TEDx event format and audience experience****
- Celebrating the world class innovation within Cambridge and the impact
it is having globally****
- Please sign up to attend at http://www.tedxcambridge.com/apply/****
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Extracurricular****
MIT PE online Registration
*What*: MIT PE online Registration
*When*: Tues, Sept 3 at 8a - Wed, Sept 4 at 1p
*Where*: mitpe.com
*Contact*: mitpe at mit.edu ****
- Register for MIT PE courses:****
- SCUBA****
- Kayaking****
- Stand Up Paddleboarding****
- Golf, Tennis, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Zumba, Yoga, Boot Camp for
Athletes, and many more****
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Introducing the Science Policy Initiative @ MIT
*What*: Introducing the Science Policy Initiative @ MIT
*When*: Tuesday, September 3, 12:00pm
*Where*: Room 6-120
*Contact*: spi-rsvp at mit.edu ****
- MIT's Science Policy Initiative (SPI) is beginning the year with an
introduction event for new and current graduate students****
- We'll introduce the goals and activities of SPI as well as the new
Graduate Certificate Program in Science, Technology, and Policy****
- Susan Solomon, Charles Stewart, and Richard de Neufville will talk
about their experiences in the interaction between science and policy****
- Space is limited; food will be provided.****
- Please RSVP at spi-rsvp at mit.edu!****
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IronNerd Super Sprint Triathlon
*What*: IronNerd Super Sprint Triathlon
*When*: September 8th, 9:30AM-11:30AM
*Where*: MIT Z-Center
*Contact*: morganh at mit.edu ****
- Ever wanted to try-a-tri? Curious about multisport events? Nervous
about transitions?****
- The Iron Nerd is a super-sprint triathlon hosted on campus as a
low-barrier entry into training and racing triathlon.****
- New racers and veterans welcome. The event is open to MIT students,
affiliates and friends of these communities****
- For more info and registration, please visit our site:
triathlon.mit.edu****
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Family****
Families 101
*What*: Families 101
*When*: Wednesday, August 28th, 10:30 AM - 12 PM
*Where*: W20 - 306 (Twenty Chimneys)
*Contact*: gfu at mit.edu ****
- Student, faculty and staff families invited!****
- Learn about pediatricians, childcare options, and family care at MIT***
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- Learn the best practices to managing family life while attending
graduate school at MIT****
- Part of GSC Orientation series, but event is open to all students****
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Social****
Grad Hillel Welcome Back BBQ
*What*: Grad Hillel Welcome Back BBQ
*When*: Monday, September 2nd, 2013 from 7PM-9PM
*Where*: Kresge Oval (http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=G8) (Rain location is
W11-Main Dining Room)
*Contact*: oderberg at mit.edu ****
- Please join us for the 8th Annual Graduate Hillel Welcome Back BBQ!
All MIT graduate students are welcome.****
- Start your semester off right with kosher burgers, hot-dogs, veggie
burgers and more.****
- Come to learn about Jewish life at MIT.****
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MITBDT Dance Camp
*What*: MITBDT Dance Camp
*When*: Sep 3-5, 7; times vary
*Where*: Locations vary
*Contact*: mitbdt-exec at mit.edu ****
- Interested in learning about the award-winning ballroom dance team?****
- Check out Dance Camp, a ballroom crash-course aimed at complete
beginners.****
- No partner is necessary. No experience is necessary. No registration
is necessary.****
- More information at:
http://ballroom.mit.edu/index.php/2013/04/dance-camp-2013/****
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YouTube Night!
*What*: YouTube Night!
*When*: Tuesday, 9/3, 8pm
*Where*: Thirsty Ear Pub, Ashdown House (NW35)
*Contact*: teec-officers at mit.edu ****
- Request videos and vote on the queue using your smart phone, tablet,
or laptop. Submitters of top videos in each VJ-announced category win
prizes!****
- Free snacks and soft drink. Bar and Kitchen open as usual at 7:30pm.
Event starts 8pm. Kitchen open until 11pm.****
- Sponsored by the Graduate Student Council. Hosted by the Thirsty Ear
Executive Committee (TEEC)****
- 21+ w/ govt photo ID only. Please have govt & MIT 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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GCF Welcome Dinner
*What*: GCF Welcome Dinner
*When*: Friday, September 6, 7-9 pm
*Where*: W20-306 (Student Center)
*Contact*: mit-gcf-info at mit.edu ****
- Graduate Christian Fellowship invites you to join fellow graduate
students for a meal as we kick off a new academic year.****
- Come learn more about who we are as a fellowship, what we do, and why
we think Jesus is relevant for all.****
- Everyone is welcome!****
- Co-sponsored by Graduate Christian Fellowship and GSC Funding Board****
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MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub
*What*: MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub
*When*: Tues, Sep 10, 8p. Show starts 8:30p.
*Where*: Thirsty Ear Pub, Ashdown House (NW35)
*Contact*: teec-comedy at mit.edu ****
- Join us for another MIT Comedy Night, with headliner Shawn Carter
(Boston Comedy Festival).****
- Hosted by Thom Crowley, featuring Will Drevo, Sam Ike, Mickey
McCauley, Ronan McGovern, Susana Vasserman, Zach Wener-Fligner.****
- Snacks and soda provided. 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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