[GSC-anno] @MIT [General Council Mtg, $100K Launch Deadline, Divestment Lecture, Ampersand Concert, YouTube Night, and more]

Mon Mar 3 09:30:47 EST 2014

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GSC - Graduate Student Council

   - March General Council Meeting <#1448857d5a4a8b10_GSC1>
   - Institute Awards <#1448857d5a4a8b10_GSC2>
   - GSC Annual Arts Soiree <#1448857d5a4a8b10_GSC3>
   - Call for Applications: GSC outreach grant <#1448857d5a4a8b10_GSC4>
   - GradRat Committee is looking for a new Chair, starting
immediately<#1448857d5a4a8b10_GSC5>
   - Grad Coffee Hour <#1448857d5a4a8b10_GSC6>

Academic-Professional

   - Guest lecture on electric power
systems<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional1>
   - Tackling Climate Change: the Compelling Logic of Fossil Fuel
Divestment<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional2>
   - SloanCoders - Intro to SQL
Workshop<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional3>
   - Health + Planning Seminar: Design for
Health<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional4>
   - TPSS iAmbassador - Cuba <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional5>
   - Lecture by Prof. Sara Seager - Exoplanets and the Real Search for
   Alien Life <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional6>
   - 3D seismic interpretation lecture<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional7>
   - 2014 Center for Computational Engineering Student
Symposium<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional8>
   - TPSS iAmbassador - Nigeria <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional9>
   - Hiring: Internal MIT arts job for grad
student<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Academic-Professional10>

Extracurricular

   - Mr. New England Leather Comes to MIT<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular1>
   - Ampersand Concert Series <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular2>
   - Petition Signing <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular3>
   - MIT 100k <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular4>
   - Jhankaar -- A South Asian A Cappella
Showcase<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular5>
   - Transportation-wide Quiz Bowl <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular6>
   - Calling all comedians, storytellers, and
improvisers!<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular7>
   - This Spring... get out and ROW with the MIT Rowing
Club!<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular8>
   - Nominate a Leader for a Student Leader
Award!<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Extracurricular9>

Family

   - Family Day at the List Visual Arts Center <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Family1>

Misc

   - Instagram Contest for Student Loan Art Program
participants<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Misc1>
   - YesPlus: Stress Mgmt. & Happiness Workshop <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Misc2>

Social

   - TCC Mardi Gras Party <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social1>
   - LSC/MISTI Movie: The Great Beauty (La grande
bellezza)<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social2>
   - YouTube Night! <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social3>
   - Lunch With Canadian Faculty <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social4>
   - GCF Veritas Dinner <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social5>
   - CSSA Badminton Challenge Cup Tournament <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social6>
   - Bulgarian March Celebrations <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social7>
   - Persian Brunch (Sepandarmazgan) <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social8>
   - March Brunch <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social9>
   - MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social10>
   - Pi Day Celebration <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social11>
   - March Social Science Happy Hour <#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social12>
   - Beaver Ball: Celebrating 100 Years of the
Mascot<#1448857d5a4a8b10_Social13>

GSC

March General Council Meeting
*What*: March General Council Meeting
*When*: Wednesday, March 5th, 5:00-7:00pm
*Where*: Room 3-333
*Contact*: gsc-officers at mit.edu

   - Join us for the Graduate Student Council's March General Council
   Meeting!
   - Get updates on major campus issues, initiatives, and events relevant
   to MIT graduate students.
   - Dinner will be provided.
   - Join us afterward at the Muddy Charles Pub for extended informal
   discussion.

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Institute Awards
*What*: Institute Awards
*When*: Deadline March 14th at 5 PM
*Where*: Online:
http://gsc.mit.edu/programs-initiatives/institute-awards/inst-awrd-nominations/
*Contact*: gsc-arc at mit.edu

   - Recognize members of the MIT faculty and student body who have had
   significant impact on our community
   - Now accepting nominations for: Graduate Teaching Awards, the Frank E.
   Perkins Award for Advising, the Edward L. Horton Fellowship Award, and the
   Irwin Sizer MIT Education Award
   - More Details: http://gsc.mit.edu/programs-initiatives/institute-awards/
   - Submit Nomination at
   http://gsc.mit.edu/programs-initiatives/institute-awards/inst-awrd-nominations/

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GSC Annual Arts Soiree
*What*: GSC Annual Arts Soiree
*When*: Friday March 14, 7-10 PM
*Where*: MIT Media Lab (E15) 6th Floor
*Contact*: gsc-arts at mit.edu

   - Come join the GSC for our annual Graduate Arts Soiree
   - Munch on canapes, sip some Chardonnay, enjoy phenomenal works of art,
   and stunning performances... all FREE
   - All artwork and performances brought to you by the proud, creative
   spirit of MIT's graduate students
   - Limited space, sign-up at: http://bit.ly/ArtsSoiree
   - DRESS TO IMPRESS, Must be 21+ to register

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Call for Applications: GSC outreach grant
*What*: Call for Applications: GSC outreach grant
*When*: Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis
*Where*: --
*Contact*: gsc-arc-outreach at mit.edu

   - Get out of your own lab/office and create event on to develop academic
   and professional skills!
   - Up to $500 per event, no deadline! We offer grant on rolling base, you
   get it as long as you have a good idea!
   - more information at http://gsc.mit.edu/funding/outreach/ or email
   gsc-arc-outreach at mit.edu <%20gsc-arc-outreach at mit.edu>

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GradRat Committee is looking for a new Chair, starting immediately.
*What*: GradRat Committee is looking for a new Chair, starting immediately.
*When*: As Soon As Possible
*Where*: --
*Contact*: katiasht at mit.edu

   - This is a volunteer leadership position which will last until the end
   of Spring 2015.
   - The Chair will lead the Committee in the efforts of marketing the
   graduate ring, will interface with numerous MIT departments and groups,
   - and will manage the group's budget. Please see our web site at
   gradrat.mit.edu.
   - Interested people should contact Katia Shtyrkova at katiasht at mit.edu

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Grad Coffee Hour
*What*: Grad Coffee Hour
*When*: Every Monday at 7pm (Feb. 24 - May 19)
*Where*: Forbes Cafe (Stata)
*Contact*: gsc-coffeehour at mit.edu

   - Free food, coffee, and hot chocolate!
   - Array of snacks to enjoy!
   - Hang out with old friends or make new ones!
   - Take a break from research or studying!

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Academic-Professional

Guest lecture on electric power systems
*What*: Guest lecture on electric power systems
*When*: March 3, 2014, Noon-1PM
*Where*: E19-439
*Contact*: tcleung at mit.edu

   - Guest Speaker: Dr. Erik Delarue
   - Title: "Modeling electricity generation systems: on integration of
   renewables and CO2 abatement"

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Tackling Climate Change: the Compelling Logic of Fossil Fuel Divestment
*What*: Tackling Climate Change: the Compelling Logic of Fossil Fuel
Divestment
*When*: Tuesday, March 4, 5:30-7:00PM
*Where*: 35-225
*Contact*: fossilfree at mit.edu

   - Ever wonder what climate change means for you, or what you can really
   do about it?
   - Join the discussion with world's pioneering academics, advocates and
   activists, who are shaping today's global climate change conversation.
   - March 4 we welcome Rev. Dr. Bob Massie, President of the New Economy
   Coalition, a politician, an author, an environmentalist, and a social
   activist.
   - In 2002, Massie was named one of the financial world's 100 most
   influential people by CFO magazine.
   - For more information on this speaker and other speakers in the series
   visist: http://www.fossilfreemit.org/springspeakerseries2014/

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SloanCoders - Intro to SQL Workshop
*What*: SloanCoders - Intro to SQL Workshop
*When*: Tuesday, March 4th 2014 from 6:30 to 9:00PM
*Where*: E62-250
*Contact*: pullyl at mit.edu

   - *Learn the basics of SQL
   - *Build working code in 2 hours
   - *Bring your laptops as this session is interactive
   - *Best suited for people with little or no experience with SQL
   - *RSVP: http://bit.ly/1bG5jOv

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Health + Planning Seminar: Design for Health
*What*: Health + Planning Seminar: Design for Health
*When*: Friday, March 7th from 12:30pm to 2pm
*Where*: 9-354
*Contact*: dusphealthplanning at gmail.com

   - Presentations from Ann Forsyth, Professor of Urban Planning at GSD,
   and Morteza Asgarzadeh, Research Fellow at the Harvard School of Public
   Health
   - Q&A about designing for healthy places to follow their presentations.

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TPSS iAmbassador - Cuba
*What*: TPSS iAmbassador - Cuba
*When*: March 7, 2014 1:30pm-2:30pm
*Where*: E40-380
*Contact*: tpss at mit.edu

   - Join the Technology Policy Students Society for a lunchtime
   presentation on Cuba.
   - Hosted by TPSS and generously funded by the GSC Funding Board.

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Lecture by Prof. Sara Seager - Exoplanets and the Real Search for Alien Life
*What*: Lecture by Prof. Sara Seager - Exoplanets and the Real Search for
Alien Life
*When*: Tuesday, March 11th -- 6pm (refreshments); 6:30pm (lecture)
*Where*: Sidney Pacific -- Mark Multipurpose Room
*Contact*: sp-cosi-chair at mit.edu

   - The MIT Sidney Pacific / Presidential Fellows Distinguished Lecture
   Series presents:
   - Exoplanets and the Real Search for Alien Life
   - Lecture by Sara Seager
   - Class of 1941 Professor of Planetary Science and Physics
   - Info & RSVP: http://bit.ly/sp-seager

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3D seismic interpretation lecture
*What*: 3D seismic interpretation lecture
*When*: Wednesday, March 12th, 12-1pm
*Where*: 54-209
*Contact*: techgs-exec at mit.edu

   - Founder and president of Interpretation**3, Dan Shaughnessy, will
   provide an overview of 3D seismic interpretation
   - Understanding seismic images is key to locating subsurface resources,
   such as oil and gas
   - All interested in learning technical details of this important energy
   industry technology are encouraged to attend

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2014 Center for Computational Engineering Student Symposium
*What*: 2014 Center for Computational Engineering Student Symposium
*When*: Thursday March 13 2014
*Where*: 26-100, 34-401B
*Contact*: hadi1 at mit.edu

   - How Mathematics Impacts Your Daily Life by Dr. Cleve Moler, creator of
   Matlab/co-founder MathWorks
   - Computational Engineering/Applied Math student poster session
   - Food/refreshments will be served
   - Registration thru website: http://www.tinyurl.com/MITCCE14

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TPSS iAmbassador - Nigeria
*What*: TPSS iAmbassador - Nigeria
*When*: March 14, 2014, 12pm-1pm
*Where*: E40-380
*Contact*: tpss at mit.edu

   - Join the Technology Policy Students Society for a lunchtime
   presentation on Nigeria
   - Hosted by TPSS and generously funded by the GSC Funding Board

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Hiring: Internal MIT arts job for grad student
*What*: Hiring: Internal MIT arts job for grad student
*When*: ASAP
*Where*: MIT Campus
*Contact*: sammagee at mit.edu

   - Part-time Arts position in the Office of the Arts
   - Manage the Wiesner Gallery and assist with the Student Art Association
   - Preferably a Grad student who will be here for a while
   - 15 / hr, 4-8 hours per week, mostly remote
   - Contact: sammagee at mit.edu <%20sammagee at mit.edu>

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Extracurricular

Mr. New England Leather Comes to MIT
*What*: Mr. New England Leather Comes to MIT
*When*: March 4th, 7:00 PM
*Where*: 2-105
*Contact*: sbrinton at mit.edu

   - Steve Dupont currently represents the New England region in the
   Leather Community
   - Come learn about this largely misunderstood fetish with a frank
   conversation on the topic
   - Old Guard vs New Guard... Masculinity vs Submission... the topics are
   sure to be intriguing!
   - Dinner will be provided

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Ampersand Concert Series
*What*: Ampersand Concert Series
*When*: March 6, 7:30 pm doors open, 8 pm music
*Where*: Bartos Theater (E15 Lower Atrium)
*Contact*: mlinga at mit.edu

   - Indie rock concert featuring Twilight Tipi and Andrew Tomasello
   - "Processed guitar and theremin yielding avant-celestial soundscapes"
   (need we say more?)
   - Tickets at the door: $3 MIT, $5 General Admission
   - For more info visit http://wmbr.org/ampersand/
   - Check out art exhibitions at the List Visual Arts Center before the
   show gets started

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Petition Signing
*What*: Petition Signing
*When*: 3/6/14 Thursday, 5:30-6:30 PM
*Where*: W20-491 (student center 4th floor)
*Contact*: hbey at mit.edu

   - Join MIT Amnesty International this Thursday, 3/6/14, to learn more
   about the club and participate in our monthly petition signing event!
   - Feel free to drop by any time between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM. Dinner will
   be served!
   - Visit facebook.com/amnestymit or amnesty.mit.edu for more information.

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MIT 100k
*What*: MIT 100k
*When*: March 7th, 2014
*Where*: http://mit100klaunch2014.istart.org/
*Contact*: nakul at mit.edu

   - The LAUNCH Contest is the main contest of the MIT $100K Competition.
   - Prize Money $100k
   - Deadline: March 7th, 2014
   - Website: http://mit100klaunch2014.istart.org/

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Jhankaar -- A South Asian A Cappella Showcase
*What*: Jhankaar -- A South Asian A Cappella Showcase
*When*: Friday, March 7, 7:00 pm
*Where*: MIT Stata Center, 32-123
*Contact*: ohms-exec at mit.edu

   - Join us for a night of inspiring South Asian fusion a cappella music!
   - Featuring Yale Sur-et-Veritaal, Harvard Mirch, and your very own MIT
   Ohms!
   - The first ever New England South Asian a cappella collaboration
   showcase.
   - Free admission for everyone!!

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Transportation-wide Quiz Bowl
*What*: Transportation-wide Quiz Bowl
*When*: March 12 at 7PM
*Where*: The Asgard
*Contact*: hfornes at mit.edu

   - The MIT Transportation Club is excited to organize the
   Transporation-wide Quiz Bowl, which is set to challenge your broad
   knowledge of transportation.
   - During the even participants will be teamed up and will be encourage
   to participate in fun questions and fun challenges involving topics related
   to Transportation.
   - The types of questions are going to be diverse and innovative. Based
   on this, we encourage you to convince all your friends from as many fields
   and departments.
   - Food and lots of fun will be provided by the Transport Club.

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Calling all comedians, storytellers, and improvisers!
*What*: Calling all comedians, storytellers, and improvisers!
*When*: submit online by March 31, 12 PM
*Where*: Registration
Form<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jB0j3TC4VM7DmlrK6HHxetKY-UD3ouEM61beWbLMzjw/viewform>
*Contact*: scihumor at mit.edu

   - Have you worked in a lab or research environment, and come face to
   face with the laughable madness that lurks at the heart of the scientific
   method?
   - This is an on-campus comedy show centered on funny and absurd stories
   from MIT researchers of all disciplines: Come share your experiences!
   - The focus is on the MIT community, so while comedic performance
   experience is a plus, we are also looking for novices and amateurs of all
   sorts.
   - Comedy show will be in April. Please fill out the form and we will
   contact you regarding the next steps in getting the show together!
   - Form:
   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jB0j3TC4VM7DmlrK6HHxetKY-UD3ouEM61beWbLMzjw/viewform

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This Spring... get out and ROW with the MIT Rowing Club!
*What*: This Spring... get out and ROW with the MIT Rowing Club!
*When*: Season starts on April 1st. Practice M-F 6-8am: Choose your days!
*Where*: On the Charles River
*Contact*: row at mit.edu

   - Spring is coming: get out and row with a great team, on a great river!
   - We are open to all MIT community members, and all levels.
   - New to rowing? Join us for the summer and fall programs for complete
   beginners.
   - Coxswains are highly encouraged to join! We offer full
   coach-supervised training for novice coxes throughout the year.
   - Find out more at rowingclub.mit.edu and get on our (low volume)
   mailing list at goo.gl/gBPDl4.

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Nominate a Leader for a Student Leader Award!
*What*: Nominate a Leader for a Student Leader Award!
*When*: April 18, 2014 at 5pm
*Where*: http://studentlife.mit.edu/sao/sla/nominate-individual
*Contact*: ahamlett at mit.edu

   - Nominate a student leader or student group for a Student Leader Award!
   - These awards are intended to recognize and honor accomplishments and
   hard work while paying tribute to efforts developing community.
   - http://studentlife.mit.edu/sao/sla/nominate-individual

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Family

Family Day at the List Visual Arts Center
*What*: Family Day at the List Visual Arts Center
*When*: Saturday, March 8, 12 to 4 pm
*Where*: List Visual Arts Center (E15 Upper Atrium)
*Contact*: cklemens at mit.edu

   - Discover exhibitions at the List through events just for families
   - Learn about artists' sketchbooks in our "Sonia Almeida" exhibition,
   then create and bind your own books to take home.
   - Family-friendly tour of the galleries at 2 pm
   - Free and open to all, but best for ages 3 and up
   - No registration necessary, just drop in!

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Misc

Instagram Contest for Student Loan Art Program participants
*What*: Instagram Contest for Student Loan Art Program participants
*When*: Deadline: March 7 @ 5 pm
*Where*: List Visual Arts Center and Instagram
*Contact*: cklemens at mit.edu

   - Announcing the List's first Instagram contest!
   - Did you borrow artwork through Student Loan Art Program this year? We
   want to see where you've put it!
   - Snap a photo of your borrowed artwork and share it on Instagram. Tell
   us what the artwork has meant to you this year.
   - Tag your photo with #mitlist and follow us
@MITListArts<http://twitter.com/MITListArts>to participate.
   - The winner will get their FIRST CHOICE ARTWORK in next year's lottery!!

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YesPlus: Stress Mgmt. & Happiness Workshop
*What*: YesPlus: Stress Mgmt. & Happiness Workshop
*When*: March 14-18, with timings 7pm-10pm (Fri, Mon & Tue) and 10am-5pm
(Sat & Sun)
*Where*: MIT rooms (4-261 for 1st day)
*Contact*: artofliving-officers at mit.edu

   - Why attend: To learn techniques to overcome academic, personal, and
   professional stress and get closer to achieving one's full potential
   - How: De-stress and learn powerful breathing techniques like the
   Sudarshan Kriya, pranayama, yoga, meditation and practical wisdom through
   fun games.
   - Who is teaching: Trained faculty from the intl. non-profit, the Art of
   Living Foundation. The foundation operates in 152 countries.
   - Tution: $250, www.yesplusmit.eventbrite.com
   - To attend an Info/Experience session: Visit http://goo.gl/wswNnv

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Social

TCC Mardi Gras Party
*What*: TCC Mardi Gras Party
*When*: Tuesday, March 4th, 2014
*Where*: W11 Main Dining Room
*Contact*: jdesa at mit.edu

   - Come join the TCC for food, fun, music, dancing, and friends in our
   annual Mardi Gras Party!
   - Everyone is welcome and vegetarian options will be provided!

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LSC/MISTI Movie: The Great Beauty (La grande bellezza)
*What*: LSC/MISTI Movie: The Great Beauty (La grande bellezza)
*When*: Tuesday, March 4th (7 pm)
*Where*: 26-100
*Contact*: lsc at mit.edu

   - FREE admission for MIT students ($4 general admission).
   - 2013 Academy Award Nominations: Best Foreign Language Film
   - "Cut from similarly sexy and satirical cloth as Federico Fellini's
   masterworks a half-century ago, Paolo Sorrentino's movie glides like
   reverie,
   - probing the emptiness that can result from living a full life." --
   Steve Persall, Tampa Bay Times.
   - http://lsc.mit.edu/schedule/2014.2q/desc-thegreatbeauty.shtml

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YouTube Night!
*What*: YouTube Night!
*When*: Tuesday, March 4, 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.
   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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Lunch With Canadian Faculty
*What*: Lunch With Canadian Faculty
*When*: March 5th, 12pm to 1pm
*Where*: Student Center
*Contact*: canadian-owners at mit.edu

   - Come join the MIT Canadian Club as it hosts a lunch with Canadian MIT
   Faculty. Faculty include Lydia Bourouiba, Vivienne Sze, and Deb Roy.
   - Lunch will be provided. The lunch will be held on Wednesday March 5th
   from 12pm - 1 pm.
   - Please sign up here: https://signup.mit.edu:444/signup.php?id=406508185

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GCF Veritas Dinner
*What*: GCF Veritas Dinner
*When*: Friday, March 7, 6-7:30 pm
*Where*: W20-307 (Student Center)
*Contact*: mit-gcf-info at mit.edu

   - Graduate Christian Fellowship invites you to come enjoy a light dinner
   and friendly discussion about entrepreneurship and faith.
   - After dinner we will head to the annual Veritas Forum together!
   - Co-sponsored by MIT-GCF and GSC Funding Board

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CSSA Badminton Challenge Cup Tournament
*What*: CSSA Badminton Challenge Cup Tournament
*When*: March 8th, Sat, 2PM-6PM
*Where*: Rockwell North & South Court
*Contact*: guchch at mit.edu

   - Badminton Challenge Cup Tournament
   - Singles: registration limit 32pp
   - Mixed Doubles: registration limit 2x8pairs
   - Win the Amazon gift card and CSSA-style prizes
   - Just for fun, no prior skills or talents are required. All the MIT
   students are welcome!

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Bulgarian March Celebrations
*What*: Bulgarian March Celebrations
*When*: March 8, Saturday, 8pm
*Where*: Warehouse, Colbert room
*Contact*: idimitro at mit.edu

   - We are celebrating three holidays: March 1 (spring festival), March 3
   (Liberation Day), March 8 (Women's day)
   - Bulgarian home made food, music, and dances

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Persian Brunch (Sepandarmazgan)
*What*: Persian Brunch (Sepandarmazgan)
*When*: March 9th (Sunday), 11 am-3 pm
*Where*: Coffeehouse Lounge (W20-308)
*Contact*: persian-officers at mit.edu

   - A chilling beginning to a Sunday with a Persian style brunch!
   - Followed by socializing and playing games
   - Tickets online at: http://goo.gl/jsvrVo ($5 MIT Affiliates)
   - MIT affiliates may be accompanied by up to two guests

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March Brunch
*What*: March Brunch
*When*: 03/09/2014 12PM - 1PM
*Where*: SP Mark MP Room
*Contact*: sp-brunch-chair at mit.edu

   - It's March Brunch! Come out and join us for some great food!
   - Help keep SP green and bring your own plate and fork.
   - Want to help make it happen? We start prep at 8am in the Mark MP
   Kitchen. Come by any time!

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MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub
*What*: MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub
*When*: Tues, Mar 11, 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 Alingon Mitra
   (Winner of Boston Comedy Festival).
   - Hosted by PJ Westin, featuring Phoebe Angle, Nick Chambers, Jake
   McDowell, EJ Murphy, Rohan Padhye, Josh Poirier.
   - Snacks and soda provided.
   - Presented by the Thirsty Ear Executive Committee. Sponsored by GSC
   Funding Board, Peter de Florez '38 Humor Fund, and GradRat.
   - 21+ govt ID & MIT ID required for entry. Please have ID ready to show
   at the door.

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Pi Day Celebration
*What*: Pi Day Celebration
*When*: 3/14 at 3:14
*Where*: Seaman's Lounge (B33 1st Floor)
*Contact*: lmgeiger at mit.edu

   - Celebrate Pi Day with Pi(e) Themed Events
   - Pie Eating, Pie Baking and Pi Recitation Contests, and FREE PIE
   - The Chance to Throw Pie at Professors
   - Over $100 in Prizes for Winners and Raffle
   - Sign up for Events Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/K9GKDX7

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March Social Science Happy Hour
*What*: March Social Science Happy Hour
*When*: March 14th, 5:30pm
*Where*: E18-202
*Contact*: gea-officers at mit.edu

   - Join us to discuss social science research.
   - Socialize over food and beverages.
   - Meet other social science researchers.
   - All are welcome!
   - Co-sponsored by the Graduate Economics Association and the GSC Funding
   Board

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Beaver Ball: Celebrating 100 Years of the Mascot
*What*: Beaver Ball: Celebrating 100 Years of the Mascot
*When*: 3/14/14 from 7 pm to 10:30 pm
*Where*: Morss Hall, Walker Memorial
*Contact*: jbsmith at mit.edu

   - Come celebrate 100 years of MIT's mascot with TIM the beaver in his
   tux and top hat.
   - Join us for dancing and desserts, featuring a 20-piece swing band and
   MIT student DJ.
   - Student tickets only $6 and available on-line at
   http://mit.universitytickets.com/user_pages/event_listings.aspx

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