Alternatives to the Peace Corps
Jill Soucy
Thu Jan 16, 01-02:00pm, 2-105
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Thinking of joining the Peace Corps but not ready to commit to 2 years? If you want to make a difference in the world and are looking for challenging and interesting opportunities, come find out more. We will discuss many of the service program options that exist outside of the Peace Corps. Find out about programs in the United States and abroad. Learn how a year of service can change your life and the lives of others. Light refreshments will be served.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/mitpsc
Contact: Jill Soucy, W20-547, x3-8968, jsoucy@mit.edu
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Change Your World: Information on Joining the Peace Corps
Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, Jill Soucy
Wed Jan 22, 01-02:30pm, 1-246
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Two years in the Peace Corps can help you to redefine your world- and yourself. It will challenge your spirit, test your integrity, and change your idea of what "changing the world" is all about. If you're ready to make a world of difference, come learn more about joining the Peace Corps.
Web: http://www.peacecorps.com/
Contact: Jill Soucy, W20-547, x3-8968, jsoucy@mit.edu
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Computer Refurbishing Class
TBA
Tue Jan 14, 12-03:00pm, 4-149
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 13-Jan-2003
Limited to 16 participants.
Single session event
Ever wondered what's inside your computer and what makes it tick? Want to learn how to revive an old computer or refurbish a used one? This three-hour class will let you take apart an old computer, take a look around inside, and learn about how the parts go together. You should be on your way to refurbishing your own computer and helping your friends by the end of this class! You will also receive information about the MIT Used Computer Factory, and how your volunteering can help bridge the digital divide in the community! A light lunch will be provided. This class is aimed toward beginners.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/mitpsc/programs/comtech/
Contact: Kevin Bong, W20-547, x3-0742, nivekbmw@MIT.EDU
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Engaging Your Community: How to Plan a Successful Service Event
Heather Trickett, Jill Soucy
Tue Jan 7, Tue Jan 28, 02-04:00pm, W20, PDR #3
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 06-Jan-2003
Limited to 15 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Are you thinking of planning a community service event over IAP or next semester? Not sure where to begin? The first session of this workshop will guide you through the process of planning a one-day community service event. Get tips and advice from two MIT Public Service Center professionals. They’ll help you figure out logistics, whom to talk to, what forms to fill out (if any), how to obtain funding for your project and, most importantly, what community need you hope to serve.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/mitpsc
Contact: Heather Trickett, W20-547, x3-0742, trickett@mit.edu
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Faculty Workshop on Service Learning
Amy Banzaert
Tue Jan 21, 12:30-02:00pm, 5-232
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 17-Jan-2003
Single session event
Service learning can be an energizing and effective teaching method, but it can also pose some challenges. Join us at this luncheon workshop to discuss the merits of the pedagogy, review best practices, and strategize about difficulties. This workshop is intended for MIT faculty, who are current service learning practitioners, and those, who are curious about what service learning is and how it can improve their teaching, as well as, their students motivation for learning and comprehension of course material. A light lunch will be provided.
Web: http://web.mit.edgerton/mitpsc/servlearn
Contact: Amy Banzaert, 7-133, x8-0872, amybanz@mit.edu
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Persuasive Proposals
Sally Susnowitz
Thu Jan 16, 01-04:00pm, 13-4101
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 13-Jan-2003
Limited to 22 participants.
Single session event
Proposal writing is an art and a skill. Learn about design strategies, persuasive techniques, and core principles in this focused discussion about writing successful proposals.
Contact: Sally Susnowitz, W20-547, x8-7344, susnowit@mit.edu
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Public Service Career Panel
Jill Soucy, Ken Koopmans
Tue Jan 14, 06-08:00pm, 4-231
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Join us for a panel discussion on incorporating public service into your career plans. Our alumni panel will highlight how to make public service a part of your career, whether you choose to work in the private or public sector. Panelists will answer questions about searching for a public service job, bringing home a paycheck, and finding opportunities at work to make a difference in the community. You’ll gain insight and skills into creating a career that makes a difference in the lives of others – and for you. Refreshments will be served.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/mitpsc
Contact: Jill Soucy, W20-547, x3-8968, jsoucy@mit.edu
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Shaping MIT Through Service Learning
Amy Banzaert, Julie Goss
Thu Jan 23, 02-03:30pm, 5-232
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 21-Jan-2003
Single session event
Have you ever finished a class wondering if what you're learning is actually worthwhile, not only to yourself but to others as well? Service learning combines targeted community service with academic class work, helping you to better understand course material and how it can be applied to benefit the world. Learn about this teaching method and the opportunities at MIT; then tell us what you think about it and how we can improve this initiative. Refreshments will be served.
Web: http://web.mit.edgerton/mitpsc/servlearn
Contact: Amy Banzaert, 7-133, x8-0872, amybanz@mit.edu
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Teach For America Information Session
Mala Radhakrishnan
Tue Jan 7, 07-08:30pm, 1-135
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
You want to change things. Start here:
Seeking all majors. The math achievement of nine-year olds in low-income areas is two to three grade levels behind nine-year olds in high-income areas. Put your math and science skills to the test. Learn how you can join a force of leaders in math and science fields who have the insight, network, skills and credibility to effect the changes needed to ensure that all our nation's children have an equal chance in life.
Web: http://www.teachforamerica.org
Contact: Jill Soucy, W20-547, x3-8968, jsoucy@mit.edu
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