"How The Heck Did They Ever Admit Me?" or, The Mysteries of Admissions Revealed
Marilee Jones, Dean of Admissions
Tue Jan 28, 02-03:00pm, 1-390
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: none
We can't help you understand why you chose to enroll, but we can describe how we admit undergraduates to MIT. Have you ever wondered what matters more, SATs or extra-curricular activities? Do you think you got in because you are an excellent athlete or musician, or had perfect grades? Bring all of your questions, and we'll answer them all with straight talk about how selection is done these days. All questions and feedback are welcome. Your ego will be boosted by this session.
Contact: Ellen Stordy, 3-108, x8-5514, estordy@mit.edu
Sponsor: Admissions
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"Take a Hike": A Winter Hike in the Blue Hills
Avi Liss
Mon Jan 20, 10:30am-03:30pm, Meet at Hillel W-11
Enrollment limited: first come, first served
Signup by: 11-Jan-2003
Limited to 10 participants.
Single session event
Get away from the hustle & bustle of Cambridge and enjoy the true essence of New England beauty. Just south of Boston are the beautiful Blue Hills where you can get in touch with nature. Pack a lunch and wear decent shoes. Dress according to the weather!
Web: http://www.mit.edu/hillel/www/iap-events.html
Contact: Avi Liss, Hillel, 253-2982, aviliss@mit.edu
Sponsor: Hillel
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An Evening of MIT Stories and Folklore
Jimmy Jia
Tue Jan 21, 07-09:00pm, 6-120
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
An evening of history and myths surrounding the institute. Learn about the ingenuity of a technical mind when it comes to putting a car on the dome, or appreciating "art" around the institute, or just making a freshmen lecture more enjoyable.
Contact: Jimmy Jia, 8-329, jjia@mit.edu
Sponsor: Jimmy Y Jia, 8-032, jjia@mit.edu
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Anatomy of a Space Change
David Myers
Mon Jan 27, 10am-12:00pm, 4-237
Enrollment limited: first come, first served
Limited to 86 participants.
Single session event
The Design and Construction staff will present an overview of the space change and renovation process. This session will help those who are contemplating space changes to prepare for their projects. The format will track a "typical" renovation project, with an explanation of the estimate process and factors that effect project costs.
Contact: Susan Crowley, 45-150, x3-3935, scrowley@mit.edu
Sponsor: Department of Facilities
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Around the Campfire: S'mores, Songs, and Stories
Andrew Goldsweig, Sam Raymond
Tue Jan 7, 07:30-09:00pm, Mezzanine Lounge, 3rd floor Student Center
Single session event
Pull up a log and gather round our authentic indoor campfire. Roast some marshmallows, smush some s'mores, and sing your favorite campfire songs, and tell your best ghost stories. All are welcome, and if you play a campfire instrument (guitar, drums, harmonica,etc.), please bring it along. No tents necessary.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/hillel/www/iap-events.html
Contact: Andrew Goldsweig
Sponsor: Hillel
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Avoiding Presentation Horror Stories
Ruth Levitsky
Thu Jan 9, 03-05:00pm, E51-385
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 06-Jan-2003
Limited to 10 participants.
Single session event
Was your last presentation a horror show? Do you avoid courses that involve presentations? In this session we'll cover the techniques for preparing yourself physically and mentally for your next presentation.
Contact: Ruth Levitsky, E52-252, 253-3399, levitsky@mit.edu
Sponsor: Economics
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Converging on Educational Technology at MIT
Phil Long, Mike Barker, Jeff Merriman
Fri Jan 24, 02-03:00pm, 4-231
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
There are currently several large-scale educational technology initiatives here at the Institute. In this talk we'll look at Stellar, OKI, DSpace, OCW and other activities, and talk about how they are cooperating to provide a full range of educational media services to the community and beyond.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/amps/iap
Contact: Phil Long, N42-040, longpd@mit.edu
Sponsor: Academic Media Production Services
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Document Scanning 101: Creating E-Versions from Paper
Keith Glavash, Christine Quirion
Wed Jan 22, 10:30-11:30am, 1-246
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Are you drowning in paper documents- technical reports, working papers, preprints, lab notebooks, whatever? Why not convert your paper files to a digital format, such as PDF? This workshop will include information on document preparation, scanning options, file formats, full-text searching and cost estimates. If you like, bring along a sample of what you've got.
Contact: Keith Glavash, 14-0551, 253-5667, kglavash@mit.edu
Sponsor: Libraries
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Early Action Telethon
Laura Iverson, Amrys O. Williams, Juan Acosta
Mon Jan 13, Tue Jan 14, Wed Jan 15, 05-11:00pm, Bush Room (10-105)
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Repeating event. Participants welcome at any session
Prereq: none
This is the first opportunity to talk with prospective members of the class of 2007! Come help the MIT Admissions Office contact newly admitted students. Help answer their questions about academics and student life at MIT. Food will be provided for students who work the telethon.
Contact: Laura Iverson, 10-100, 452-2524, liverson@mit.edu
Sponsor: Admissions
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Early College Planning Seminar
Scott Prince MEFA, Yvonne Gittens
Wed Jan 22, 05:30-07:00pm, 3-442
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Interested in learning about planning for your child's college costs? MIT's Office of Student Financial Services and the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority would like to extend an open invitation to all parents to attend a seminar on financing a higher education. The seminar will discuss various aspects of saving for college including an overview of the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority's U.Fund College Investing Plan - the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' 529 college saving plan. Scott D. Prince, from the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA) will help parents understand the state college savings programs here in Massachusetts. The seminar will give an overview of future college costs, financial aid resources, and specifics about enrolling in the U.Fund College Investing Plan.
Contact: Yvonne Gittens, 11-120, gittens@mit.edu
Sponsor: Student Financial Services
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Eloranta Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships: Creating a Winning Proposal
Melissa Martin-Greene, Michael Bergren
Thu Jan 16, 04-05:00pm, 4-153
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: Not applicable
Several $6,000 fellowships are available for summer 2003; these fellowships will support work in science, engineering, humanities, social science, and the arts. This is the time to begin making your plans! We will review elements of past winning proposals and discuss how to put together a successful submission.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/eloranta/
Contact: UROP Staff, 7-104, x3-7306, urop@mit.edu
Sponsor: Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
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Financial Aid 101
Daniel Barkowitz
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Did you know that over $89 billion was given out in Financial Aid in 2001-2002? Want to learn more about the Financial Aid process? Student Financial services will be offering two 1 hour sessions. Best suited for parents and students in grades 11 and up. Current MIT students are welcome.
Contact: Daniel Barkowitz, 11-320, x8-5612, barkowit@MIT.EDU
Sponsor: Student Financial Services
Introduction to Financial Aid
Daniel Barkowitz
We will discuss what Financial Aid is. The sources for Financial Aid. The formulas used in determining your eligibility. And also when and how to apply.
Tue Jan 14, 12-01:00pm, 4-145
How Financial Aid Works
Daniel Barkowitz
We will go through with you the process of filling out the forms for Financial Aid and help you with your actual calculations. Please bring a basic function calculator and a copy of your 2001 tax return.
Thu Jan 16, 12-01:00pm, 4-145
How Financial Aid Works
Daniel Barkowitz
Repeat of Jan 16 session.
Thu Jan 30, 01-02:00pm, 4-145
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Freemasonry Explained
Roy A. Charles, E. Donald Weiner, Bruce D. Wedlock
Wed Jan 15, 12-01:00pm, 10-105
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: None
Ever wonder what Masons are all about? This program, open to all, will cover some of the history and purposes of Freemasonry. Meet some of the members of MIT's Masonic Lodge, find out what Masons do, and what goes on behind the Square and Compasses.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/dryfoo/www/Masons/
Contact: Roy A. Charles, 3-138, (617) 253-9462, rac@mit.edu
Sponsor: Richard C. Maclaurin Lodge, A.F. & A.M.
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Going Vegetarian! A How-To Guide for Making the Change
Dr. Michael Greger
Mon Jan 20, 04-05:00pm, 6-120
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Going vegetarian can be fun and easy! Dr. Michael Greger gives a lively and entertaining talk packed with practical advice on how to go vegetarian or vegan, from meal planning to nutrition to the personal and social aspects of making the change.
Contact: Laura Redi, 36-549, x3-5957, redi@mit.edu
Sponsor: Vegetarian Group
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Group Theory
David Roe, Rob Speer, Daniel Zaharopol
Tue, Thu, Jan 7, 9, 14, 16, 23, 28, 30, 07:30-09:00pm, 24-619
Enrollment limited: first come, first served
Limited to 15 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Want to know how to "speak math"? We will be exploring an area of math called group theory, a more general formalization of the algebra you learned in high school. Everyone in class will follow the Moore method: you'll prove a set of theorems from definitions between classes and then present your solutions in class. Along the way, you'll learn about some of group theory's most interesting aspects, and why it's one of the most important areas of mathematics.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/esg/www/IAP
Contact: David Roe, Random 315, 225-8745, roed@mit.edu
Sponsor: Experimental Study Group
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I'm In! Now What Do I Do? Strategies for Emerging Leaders of Fraternities, Sororities or Living Groups (FSILG)
David Rogers, Frank Council, Kaya Gerberich
Fri Jan 24, 11am-01:00pm, Main Dining Room/W11
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 22-Jan-2003
Limited to 60 participants.
Single session event
Prereq: Preference for FSILG members
Are you a freshmen or sophomore in your FSILG? Whether you know it or not, you are the future of your organization. This fun, interactive session, geared to FSILG members, is designed to give you insight into your leadership personality, organizational skills, and will help you prepare for taking on a leadership role within your fraternity, sorority or living group. Snacks included.
Contact: David Rogers, W20-549, x3-7546, drogers@mit.edu
Sponsor: Division of Student Life
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Introduction to Academic Media Production Services (AMPS)
Amitava Mitra
Wed Jan 29, 01-02:00pm, 1-390
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
AMPS offers a complete set of multimedia, web, video, and teleconferencing services to the MIT academic community. Learn about us and what we can do for you.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/amps/
Contact: Amitava Mitra, 9-265, babi@mit.edu
Sponsor: Academic Media Production Services
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Is MIT a Good Place to Live?
Jeff Roberts
Tue Jan 21, Wed Jan 22, Mon Jan 27, Wed Jan 29, 02-05:00pm, Room 3-405
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
MIT may be one of the most prestigious academic and research institutions in the world, but is it a good place to live for its 5,000+ residents? In a series of sessions, we'll look at our campus, compare it to some other universities, and talk about what works and what doesn't from a resident's point of view. All students, faculty and staff are welcome, and participants may attend as many sessions as they like. E-mail leader in advance.
Contact: Jeff Roberts, x2-4538, thejoker@mit.edu
Sponsor: Urban Studies and Planning
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Issues in Public Education
Krzysztof Grabarek
Tue Jan 14, Thu Jan 16, Tue Jan 21, Thu Jan 23, 12-01:00pm, 4-251
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 06-Jan-2003
Limited to 20 participants.
What is the purpose of public education? What is its role in our society? We'll consider these questions in the first session of the series, then use them to frame our subsequent discussions of current debates in public education. Topics for the final 3 sessions will be based on the participants' interests, but could include such issues as the voucher debate, charter schools, Bush's No Child Left Behind Act, state exams, or parental involvement, etc. Anyone who is considering teaching or has children in the public schools may find the sessions informative. Readings provided before each session for subsequent discussions. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions; attendance at individual sessions is possible if space is available.
Contact: K. Grabarek, 2-204, x3-0909, grabarek@mit.edu
Sponsor: Chemistry
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Issues in Technology and Policy Seminar Series
Renee Robins
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Advances in technology present many interesting opportunities and risks, sometimes upsetting the status quo. Policy issues at the public and private levels involve the application, commercialization, and control of technologies. This seminar series will explore selected issues in technology and policy, including examples such as the politics of technology and its management, assessing technology in large complex systems, and the interplay between technology, law, and politics around "disruptive technologies." Bring brown bag lunch; light refreshments provided.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/tpp ("Events")
Contact: Renee Robins, E40-290, x3-7662, rrobins@mit.edu
Sponsor: Technology and Policy Program
"Do You Think You're a Thief When You Download Music?: The Case of Napster, the Internet, and Copyright Law"
Renee Robins
Frank Field, Senior Research Engineer, Center for Technology, Policy, and Industrial Development
Wed Jan 8, 12-01:30pm, E40-298
"Policy and Politics at NASA: The Intersection of Space Technology and Space Policy Leading to the Challenger Disaster"
Renee Robins
Daniel Hastings, Director of TPP and Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Wed Jan 15, 12-01:30pm, E40-298
"Innovation, Passion, and Challenging Authority: Developing Leadership Values in a High Tech Company"
Renee Robins
Mitch Tyson, President & CEO, PRI Automation, Inc.
Wed Jan 22, 12-01:30pm, E40-298
"Air Pollution, Transportation, and Land Use in Mexico City: Addressing Technology and Policy in Complex, Large, Integrated, Open Systems (CLIOS)"
Renee Robins
Joseph Sussman, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Engineering Systems, and Rebecca Dodder, Doctoral Candidate in Technology, Management and Policy
Wed Jan 29, 12-01:30pm, E40-298
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Listening Skills Workshop
Nightline
Sat Jan 25, 01-03:00pm, PDR3
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Ever wanted to help a friend going through hard times but didn't know quite what to say? Or would you like to improve upon those listening skills? Nightline, MIT's anonymous and confidential peer hotline, would like to introduce you to some useful tips and techniques. All are welcome.
Contact: Nightline, x3-8800
Sponsor: Counseling and Support Services
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Living Lightly Workshops
Toh Ne Win, Jessica Lee
Mon Jan 20, Tue Jan 21, 12-02:00pm, 24-620 Kitchen
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
We'd like to demonstrate how to minimize one's environmental impact in every day life at MIT. We'll show how to reduce resource use (water, energy, trash) in the kitchen, classroom, bathroom, office and any other place we live/work in. As part of our workshop, we will be making apple crisp or some other tasty food. If you have any practical sustainability ideas, please come tell them to us at the workshop!
The first day is oriented slightly more towards student life, while the second day is more towards the home and office. Both days are open to the MIT community.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/save
Contact: Toh Ne Win, NE43-532, x3-0459, tohn@mit.edu
Sponsor: Experimental Study Group
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Mediation Training
Carol Orme-Johnson, Mark Cason-Snow, Toni Robinson, Mary Rowe
Tue-Fri, Jan 14-17, 21-24, 28-30, 10am-01:00pm, N/A, see schedule details on web
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 12-Dec-2002
Limited to 25 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: must complete on-line written application
Fee: 50.00 for lunch and materials
Most people who take this training in mediation find their views on conflict resolution are permanently changed and their interpersonal communications much improved. Many use their mediation skills daily. The training includes lecture and role play, emphasizing active listening, diversity issues, and self-awareness. Completion of the 36-hour course leads to certification under Mass. law (not a license).
Web: http://web.mit.edu/mediation/www/training.html
Contact: Mark Cason-Snow, N42-040i, x8-9272, msnow@mit.edu
Sponsor: Division of Student Life
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Palmistry
Mary A. Mullowney
Sat Jan 11, 12-04:00pm, 5-224
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 08-Jan-2003
Limited to 25 participants.
Single session event
Prereq: None
An introduction to the ancient art of palmistry, a path to understanding yourself and others by studying the lines and markings of the hand. A mini-reading of each student's palm is included in the course. Please sign up via email only.
Contact: Mary A. Mullowney, 5-228, x3-4331, mamullow@mit.edu
Sponsor: Ocean Engineering
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The Influence of Emotions on Conflict Situations
Barbara Stuart
Tue Jan 7, 12-01:30pm, 56-169
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Emotions play a vital role both in the escalation and de-escalation of conflict. For this reason they should not be ignored. This seminar will discuss the impact of emotions and their effect in conflict situations.
Contact: Barbara Stuart, E32-133, 252-1637, barbs@mit.edu
Sponsor: Barbara Y Stuart, E32-133, 617 252-1637, barbs@mit.edu
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Tours of the Science Fiction Library
T. C. Skinner
Fri Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, 05-06:30pm, W20-473 (MITSFS)
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Repeating event. Participants welcome at any session
Prereq: appreciation of science fiction
Come tour the world's largest accessible collection of science fiction and fantasy. Books, magazines, fanzines, old and new. Visitors are welcome to stick around after they tour to browse and read. (Check our web site for current Library schedule.)
Web: http://www.mit.edu/~mitsfs/
Contact: T. C. Skinner, W20-473, 258-5126, mitsfs@mit.edu
Sponsor: MIT Science Fiction Society
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Walking Tour of the MIT Network
Tom Coppeto
Wed Jan 15, 22, 29, 02-05:00pm, Lobby 7
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 02-Jan-2003
Limited to 12 participants.
Repeating event. Participants welcome at any session
See the network from the jack to MIT's external connectivity. We'll discuss design issues, current projects, and future plans along the way. Stops will include the hub of campus in building 24, the new network and computer facility in W92, and some places time forgot. Wear comfortable shoes.
Contact network-tour@mit.edu to register.
Contact: Tom Coppeto, tom@mit.edu
Sponsor: Information Systems
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Want to be a Chemistry Magician?
ClubChem
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 01:30-03:00pm, 8-119
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 15-Dec-2002
Limited to 15 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Think it would be fun to run Chemistry Magic Shows, to show off your magical powers in front of dozens of fascinated elementary school children? Want to teach children about chemistry in a way they will never forget? Take this class, learn the tricks, then join our Magic Show team. The class culminates in several magic shows at elementary schools and hospitals at the end of January. Safety lecture 1st day; magic shows in the last week of January (schedule to be announced).
Contact: Katarzyna Puchala, 2-204, x5-6519, kpuchala@mit.edu
Sponsor: Chemistry
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What is Student Loan Consolidation?
Jocelyn Heywood, David Andre, Eleanor Wolcott
Thu Jan 9, Thu Jan 23, 12-01:00pm, 4-149
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Repeating event. Participants welcome at any session
Students have an opportunity to lock in the current low interest rate on loans. You are able to consolidate all your federal loans into one, securing the current rate and easing future repayment hassles. How do I do this? To find out, the loan counselors in Student Financial Services will be offering a general information session. We will discuss what loan consolidation is, why you would or would not want to consolidate and what programs are available to you.
Contact: Jocelyn Heywood, 11-320, x8-5663, heywood@mit.edu
Sponsor: Student Financial Services
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