[GSC-anno] @MIT [Institute Awards, Taste of the South, Seager Lecture, Beaver Ball, Pi Day, and more]

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GSC - Graduate Student Council

   - Grad Coffee Hour <#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC1>
   - Taste of the South <#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC2>
   - GSC Science Outreach Blog, March meeting <#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC3>
   - Institute Awards <#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC4>
   - GSC Housing and Community Affairs (HCA) Monthly meeting
   <#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC5>
   - Third Thursdays at the List Visual Arts Center <#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC6>
   - Submit an article for next issue of "The Graduate" - earn
$100<#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC7>
   - GradRat Committee is looking for a new Chair, starting
immediately<#144ac55a59fb9974_GSC8>

Academic-Professional

   - Science Policy Initiative Monthly
Meeting<#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional1>
   - Lecture by Prof. Sara Seager - Exoplanets and the Real Search for
   Alien Life <#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional2>
   - LGBT Grad pastries at Flour <#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional3>
   - 3D seismic interpretation lecture<#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional4>
   - 2014 Center for Computational Engineering Student
Symposium<#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional5>
   - Joe Romm - Communicating Science: Lessons from a Climate
Blogger<#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional6>
   - Dr. Norman Spack: Gender Management Services and The Changing
   Landscape of Gender <#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional7>
   - TPSS iAmbassador - Nigeria <#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional8>
   - Guest Lecture: Bringing MIT to Tang: "What Matters to Me and
Why?"<#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional9>
   - 2014 MIT Water Night <#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional10>
   - Hiring: Internal MIT arts job for grad
student<#144ac55a59fb9974_Academic-Professional11>

Extracurricular

   - TCC Monday Night Discussion <#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular1>
   - Transportation-wide Quiz Bowl <#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular2>
   - Showing of Dhondup Wangchen's documentary, Leaving Fear
Behind<#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular3>
   - MIT Science Fiction Society Open House<#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular4>
   - Film/Performance Workshop with Artist Pauline Curnier
Jardin<#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular5>
   - Calling all comedians, storytellers, and
improvisers!<#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular6>
   - This Spring... get out and ROW with the MIT Rowing
Club!<#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular7>
   - Nominate a Leader for a Student Leader
Award!<#144ac55a59fb9974_Extracurricular8>

Misc

   - Join other MIT Students in Supporting the Museum of
Science!<#144ac55a59fb9974_Misc1>
   - YesPlus: Stress Mgmt. & Happiness Workshop <#144ac55a59fb9974_Misc2>
   - Mass CPR 2014 <#144ac55a59fb9974_Misc3>

Social

   - MIT Comedy Night at the Thirsty Ear Pub <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social1>
   - Silent Meditation <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social2>
   - Pi Day @ Ashdown <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social3>
   - Pi Day Celebration <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social4>
   - March Social Science Happy Hour <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social5>
   - Beaver Ball: Celebrating 100 Years of the Mascot<#144ac55a59fb9974_Social6>
   - LSC: 12 Years a Slave <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social7>
   - Ashdown St. Patrick's Day Brunch <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social8>
   - MIT Snowriders Quarterly Eat 'n' Greet <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social9>
   - Graduate Hillel Shabbat Dinner <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social10>
   - Norouz Celebration <#144ac55a59fb9974_Social11>

GSC

Grad Coffee Hour
*What*: Grad Coffee Hour
*When*: Today & 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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Taste of the South
*What*: Taste of the South
*When*: Tues., March 11, 5:30-7pm
*Where*: Morss Hall (building 50)
*Contact*: gsc-ac at mit.edu

   - Eat soul food
   - Learn to square dance
   - Play games and win prizes

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GSC Science Outreach Blog, March meeting
*What*: GSC Science Outreach Blog, March meeting
*When*: Wednesday, March 12th, 6-7 PM
*Where*: 50-220
*Contact*: gsc-ac at mit.edu

   - Do you like explaining science to people?
   - Do you like writing?
   - Join our science outreach blog!
   - RSVP here: http://signup.mit.edu/emitmarch
   - Contact us if you have any questions!

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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 Housing and Community Affairs (HCA) Monthly meeting
*What*: GSC Housing and Community Affairs (HCA) Monthly meeting
*When*: Monday, March 17, 6:00pm-7:00pm
*Where*: GSC Office, 50-220 (Walker Memorial)
*Contact*: gsc-hca at mit.edu

   - Do you have something to say about student housing? Childcare?
   Transportation?
   - Come to the GSC HCA Meeting to get involved with student-centered
   issues!

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Third Thursdays at the List Visual Arts Center
*What*: Third Thursdays at the List Visual Arts Center
*When*: Thursday, March 20, 6-8pm
*Where*: List Center (E15)
*Contact*: gsc-arts at mit.edu

   - Mingle with fellow graduate students at the List while exploring
   contemporary art
   - FREE guided tours of 3 current exhibitions
   - FREE pizza, beer and wine
   - http://listart.mit.edu

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Submit an article for next issue of "*The Graduate*" - earn $100
*What*: Submit an article for next issue of "*The Graduate*" - earn $100
*When*: Submission Deadline: Friday, April 11th, 5pm
*Where*: --
*Contact*: gsn-editor at mit.edu

   - We are now seeking article submissions from students for the upcoming
   "Health & Wellness" issue of The Graduate. Give us your best advice and
   personal stories about maintaining your physical and mental health in the
   midst of the stresses of academic life.
   - We are also interested in profile articles on graduate student groups.
   - If your article is selected for publication, you will receive a $100
   Amazon.com Giftcard.
   - Send article submissions to gsn-editor at mit.edu <%20gsn-editor 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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Academic-Professional

Science Policy Initiative Monthly Meeting
*What*: Science Policy Initiative Monthly Meeting
*When*: Monday, March 10th, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
*Where*: 56-167
*Contact*: spi-exec at mit.edu

   - Come join SPI to discuss current topics at the intersection of science
   and policy.
   - Free Dinner!
   - Discussion Topic: Strategies for Congressional Visits Day Pitches

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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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LGBT Grad pastries at Flour
*What*: LGBT Grad pastries at Flour
*When*: March 12, 10:30a-11:30a
*Where*: Flour Bakery, 190 Mass Ave
*Contact*: rainbowofficers at mit.edu

   - Come hang out with your friends in LGBT Grad at for some late-morning
   pastries and coffee
   - LGBT Grad will sponsor light snacks and coffee for attendees

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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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Joe Romm - Communicating Science: Lessons from a Climate Blogger
*What*: Joe Romm - Communicating Science: Lessons from a Climate Blogger
*When*: Thursday March 13, 5-6:30pm
*Where*: 4-370
*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.
   - Romm has served as Acting Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department
   of Energy, in charge of the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable
   Energy.
   - He is a Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress and holds a
   Ph.D. in physics from MIT.
   - From MIT to DC and on to Hollywood, Romm will be sharing with us his
   personal journey: from MIT to science advisor for James Cameron's new TV
   series!
   - For more information on this speaker and other speakers in the series
   visit: http://www.fossilfreemit.org/springspeakerseries2014/

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Dr. Norman Spack: Gender Management Services and The Changing Landscape of
Gender
*What*: Dr. Norman Spack: Gender Management Services and The Changing
Landscape of Gender
*When*: Thursday, March 13th, 7:00 PM
*Where*: 4-237
*Contact*: sbrinton at mit.edu

   - As pediatric endocrinologist at the Boston Children's Hospital, Spack
   is know worldwide for his work with intersex and transgender children.
   - In 2007, he helped to found the Gender Management Services (GeMS)
   program at the hospital
   - He is paving the way for young children with gender dysphoria to the
   receive the treatment that they require
   - Dinner will be provided

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TPSS iAmbassador - Nigeria
*What*: TPSS iAmbassador - Nigeria
*When*: March 13, 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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Guest Lecture: Bringing MIT to Tang: "What Matters to Me and Why?"
*What*: Guest Lecture: Bringing MIT to Tang: "What Matters to Me and Why?"
*When*: Thursday, March 13, 2014, 6-7 pm
*Where*: 24th floor Lounge, Tang Hall ofResidence
*Contact*: tang-government at mit.edu

   - Join us for an insightful talk by Bill Aulet as a part of the guest
   lecture series, organized by Tang Hall
   - Bill is the managing director of the Martin Trust Center for MIT
   Entrepreneurship and also a senior lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of
   Management
   - He will share his insights and experiences about entrepreneurship with
   graduate students
   - Snacks will be served from 5.30 pm and the guest lecture will be
   followed by dinner at 6:45 pm

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2014 MIT Water Night
*What*: 2014 MIT Water Night
*When*: Thursday, March 20, 5-8pm
*Where*: Morss Hall, Walker Memorial (Building 50)
*Contact*: himanig at mit.edu

   - Join MIT Water Night, an annual research event that connects members
   of MIT community and beyond who work on water-related issues.
   - Over 40 members and industries will be presenting their research at
   this event, join us to see the leading topics in the water field.
   - Click here to register: http://tinyurl.com/p33odhn
   - Free admission to the community. Light refreshments and alcohol will
   be served, and 21+ Govt ID required for alcohol consumption.

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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

TCC Monday Night Discussion
*What*: TCC Monday Night Discussion
*When*: Monday, March 10th, 7:00 pm
*Where*: W11 Main Dining Room
*Contact*: lhp at mit.edu

   - Come enjoy a pizza dinner and discussion!
   - This week, we'll be discussing pilgrimage.
   - Nancy from the Boston chapter of American Pilgrims on the Camino will
   lead a discussion about pilgrimage in general and the Camino in particular.
   - All are welcome!

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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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Showing of Dhondup Wangchen's documentary, Leaving Fear Behind
*What*: Showing of Dhondup Wangchen's documentary, Leaving Fear Behind
*When*: 3/13/14, 5:30 PM
*Where*: 4-145
*Contact*: hbey at mit.edu

   - Dhondup Wangchen is a Tibetan filmmaker imprisoned by the Chinese
   government in 2008 on charges related to his documentary Leaving Fear
   Behind.
   - the documentary consists of interviews with ordinary Tibetan people
   discussing the 14th Dalai Lama, the Chinese government, and Han Chinese
   migrants.
   - We'll watch the documentary and have a discussion afterwards. Dinner
   will be served. See you this Thursday in 4-145!
   - To learn more about Amnesty International and our weekly discussion
   series, visit amnesty.mit.edu or facebook.com/amnestymit

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MIT Science Fiction Society Open House
*What*: MIT Science Fiction Society Open House
*When*: Friday, 14 March at 6:00pm
*Where*: W20-473, MIT Science Fiction Library
*Contact*: mitsfs at mit.edu

   - World's Largest Science Fiction and Fantasy Library
   - Become a Member to Check Out Books
   - Pie Will Be Served! (It is Pie Day, after all.)
   - There will be board games, too.

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Film/Performance Workshop with Artist Pauline Curnier Jardin
*What*: Film/Performance Workshop with Artist Pauline Curnier Jardin
*When*: March 15, 3-6 pm
*Where*: W20-491
*Contact*: cklemens at mit.edu

   - Join a workshop led by artist Pauline Curnier Jardin to explore
   movement, sound, action, and ideas based on her "trans-narratives"
   - See a special private screening of the artist's films
   - Hosted in conjunction with the exhibition "List Projects: Pauline
   Curnier Jardin" at the List Visual Arts Center
   - Advanced registration required; contact
cklemens at mit.edu<%20cklemens at mit.edu>to sign up
   - For more information, visit
   http://listart.mit.edu/calendar/date/March-15-2014

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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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Misc

Join other MIT Students in Supporting the Museum of Science!
*What*: Join other MIT Students in Supporting the Museum of Science!
*When*: Friday March 14 6pm-9pm
*Where*: Bell in Hand Tavern (45 Union St, Boston)
*Contact*: staceya at mit.edu

   - Boston Marathon Fundraiser on behalf of the Museum of Science
   - Tickets can be purchased online (
   staceysmarathonfundraiser.eventbrite.com) or at the door for $15 each
   - Tickets include appetizers, desserts, and raffle tickets.
   - Raffles for great local restaurants, salons, and ski resorts, silent
   auctions for hotel stays, & cash bar!
   - All proceeds directly benefit the Museum of Science Traveling Programs

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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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Mass CPR 2014
*What*: Mass CPR 2014
*When*: Tuesday, April 1, 2014 @ 6-10pm
*Where*: La Sala de Puerto Rico @ Stratton Student Center 2nd Floor
*Contact*: masscpr14 at mit.edu

   - Come get CPR certified with MIT EMS!
   - Learn how to help a victim of cardiac arrest!
   - Free for MIT Undergrads and only $5 for everyone else!
   - Upon completion you will receive an official AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED
   Certification.
   - For more info and to register go to http://ems.mit.edu/heartsafe/

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Social

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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Silent Meditation
*What*: Silent Meditation
*When*: Every Thursday, 6pm to 7pm
*Where*: MIT Chapel
*Contact*: buddhist-officers at mit.edu

   - Silent Meditation
   - Open to all, cushions are provided
   - Sponsored by the Buddhist Student Club
   - 6pm to 7pm, every Thursday, at MIT Chapel

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Pi day @ Ashdown
*What*: Pi day @ Ashdown
*When*: Mar. 14th, 8:30pm
*Where*: Hulsizer Room, Ashdown House
*Contact*: hmeng at mit.edu

   - Pi memorizing contest !
   - 10000* types of free pies !

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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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LSC: 12 Years a Slave
*What*: LSC: 12 Years a Slave
*When*: March 14 & 15, at 7 & 10pm
*Where*: 26-100
*Contact*: lsc at mit.edu

   - 2013 Academy Award WINNER: Best Picture, Best Supporting Actress
   (Lupita Nyong'o), Best Adapted Screenplay!
   - 12 Years a Slave is based on an incredible true story of one man's
   fight for survival and freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon
   Northup
   - (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free black man from upstate New York, is
   abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty (personified by a malevolent
   slave
   - owner, portrayed by Michael Fassbender), as well as unexpected
   kindnesses, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his
   dignity.
   - http://lsc.mit.edu/schedule/2014.2q/desc-12yearsaslave.shtml

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Ashdown St. Patrick's Day Brunch
*What*: Ashdown St. Patrick's Day Brunch
*When*: March 16th, Sunday 12pm-2pm
*Where*: Ashdown House, Hulsizer Room
*Contact*: ashdown-brunch at mit.edu

   - Join us this coming Sunday to enjoy great food and celebrate the St.
   Patrick's Day!
   - We will have food for Irish breakfast, such as soda bread, sponge
   cake, Irish bacon, Irish sausage, and black and white pudding.
   - We will also have our regular menu as well as fruits.
   - Please bring your own plates and utensils. You can help us reduce
   waste and you get an extra food item if you bring your own plate.
   - Want to help out? Contact
ashdown-brunch at mit.edu<%20ashdown-brunch at mit.edu>and join us at 10am
on Sunday morning in Hulsizer Room!

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MIT Snowriders Quarterly Eat 'n' Greet
*What*: MIT Snowriders Quarterly Eat 'n' Greet
*When*: Tuesday March 18th 5-7pm
*Where*: Muddy Charles Pub
*Contact*: sr-officers at mit.edu

   - Free food and good vibes served up at the Muddy!
   - Be sure to bring valid state 21+ ID
   - Come hang out with your friendly neighborhood MIT Snowriders
   - Come learn more about getting involved and discuss plans for next
   season
   - Brought to you by MIT Snowriders and GSC

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Graduate Hillel Shabbat Dinner
*What*: Graduate Hillel Shabbat Dinner
*When*: Friday, March 21st from 7:30PM-10:00PM
*Where*: Sidney-Pacific Multipurpose Room
*Contact*: oderberg at mit.edu

   - Enjoy a delicious Shabbat dinner with an awesome community of MIT
   graduate students
   - RSVP by sending an email to oderberg at mit.edu <%20oderberg at mit.edu>

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Norouz Celebration
*What*: Norouz Celebration
*When*: March 22nd (Saturday), 7:30 pm-12:00 am
*Where*: Morss Hall, Walker Memorial, MIT
*Contact*: persian-officers at mit.edu

   - Come to celebrate Norouz that is the beginning of the spring and
   Persian new year!
   - Persian dinner and desserts will be served.
   - We are going to have a range of musical and dance performances
   - And we have a dance party in the end!
   - What else one needs to be happy?!

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