Accounting 101 for FSILG Undergraduate Treasurers
Bill Heitin, CPA, Managing Director - Office of Treasurer, David Burmaster, David Rogers
Wed Jan 14, Thu Jan 15, Fri Jan 16, 09:30am-02:00pm, 4-270
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 13-Jan-2004
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: None
In this 12-hour course organized by FSILG Alumni/ae, students will learn the basic methods of accounting tailored to the needs of FSILGs. In particular, students will learn how to organize and enforce contracts with members; prepare a chapter budget; monitor a budget for deltas above or below plan; reconcile a bank statement; maintain accounts receivable and acccounts payable; run a general ledger and related general entries; prepare a balance sheet and an income statement; determine which state and federal tax returns need to be prepared and submitted annually; share best practices with other FSILG chapters; divide and coordinate financial tasks between the undergraduate chapters and the alumni/ae corporation; use help from professional accountants and CPAs; use accounting software such as QuickBooks, etc. In addition, Chris Rezek, from the FSILG Cooperative, Inc, will be presenting an overview of services provided. Each student attending the course will receive a notebook containing copies of the lecture slides and a recently updated Treasurer's Manual for MIT FSILGs and free textbook (QuickBooks 2003 for Dummies). Lunch will be provided each day.
Web: http://alum.mit.edu/ccg/students/fsilg-iap.html
Contact: Kaya Gerberich, W20-549, x3-4663, kgerberi@mit.edu
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Charm School 2004
Linda Noel, Charm School Coordinator, Tom Robinson
Fri Jan 30, 12-05:30pm, W20
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: None
How do I ask for a date? Should I speak to strangers when riding in an elevator? At what point in an interview should I ask about salary range? Can I use my cell phone in a restaurant? Etiquette-related subjects will be taught in an informal, fun atmosphere at Charm School. No pre-registration is required; students are free to choose from the many topics offered. The most ambitious students may earn "charm credits" towards a formal Charm School degree. Degrees will be awarded at the Charm School Commencement from 4:30-5:00 in the Student Center lobby, which will be followed by the 3rd annual Fashion Show. All members of the MIT community are encouraged to attend all events.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/slp/charm/
Contact: Linda Noel, Charm School Coordinator, W20-549, x3-5369, ldnoel@mit.edu
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Good Business Practices = Success!
Laurie Ward, Jen Au-Yeung
Wed Jan 14, 02-03:00pm, 5-217
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
How do you know if your student group is being fiscally responsible? What can you do to ensure your executive board's legacy and maintain security and control over group finances? Come to this workshop where we will talk about things financial officers should consider and put into place to guarantee long-term success for their student group. Topics covered include: roles and responsiblities; communication; checks and balances; financial security and controls; and transition of officers.
Contact: Laurie Ward, W20-549, x3-3680, laurie@mit.edu
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I'm In! Now What? Leadership Strategies for FSILG Emerging Leaders
Kaya Gerberich, David Rogers, Frank Council
Wed Jan 21, 10am-12:30pm, TBA
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 20-Jan-2004
Single session event
Are you a freshman, or a sophomore in your FSILG? If so, you are the future of your organization. This fun, interactive session 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.
Contact: Kaya Gerberich, W20-549, x3-4663, kgerberi@mit.edu
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LBGT Spirit: Walk the Labyrinth
Amy McCreath
Thu Jan 15, 07-08:30pm, 50-140
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Prereq: an open mind and clean socks
Labyrinths are tools for meditation, insight, prayer, and stress relief which appear in many civilizations. We will talk briefly about the history and use of labyrinths and then you will be invited to walk a Chartres pattern canvas labyrinth. This is a meditative event, and the walk will take place in silence. Same as session offered on 1/14, only this session is specifically for LBGT and questioning individuals of all faiths, philosophies, or mindsets.
Contact: Amy McCreath, W11-007, x3-2983, mccreath@mit.edu
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LBGT and Questioning Student Support and Discussion Group
Travis Wright, Chandra Mincher
Tue Jan 20, 07-08:30pm, 5-104
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Discussions on topics YOU want to talk about. Support for all LBGT and questioning undergraduate and graduate students - not just for coming out. Safe and confidential! This will be the only support group during IAP. Visit the website in late January for the Spring 2004 schedule.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/lbgt/support/
Contact: James Collins, 5-104, x8-5482, jmcollin@mit.edu
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Leadership Empowerment: Becoming a Dynamic and Effective Leader in your FSILG
Frank Council, David Rogers, Kaya Gerberich
Thu Jan 22, 10am-12:30pm, TBA
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Single session event
Prereq: none
As an officer within your FSILG, you are looked upon to make good decisions regarding the day-to-day activities and operation of your organization. This fun and engaging session, geared towards FSILG members and a follow-up to the "Leadership Strategies for Emerging Leaders of FSILGs", is designed to highlight effective decision making, to give insight into creating a vision for your FSILG, and to instill confidence in your ability to be a leader in your FSILG. Emerging Leaders workshop attendance not required as a prerequisite.
Contact: Frank Council, W20-549, x8-9762, fcouncil@mit.edu
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MIT LeaderShape
Tracy Purinton, Kirk Kolenbrander
Fri Jan 16 thru Wed Jan 21, 07am-11:00pm, Sharon, MA
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Limited to 65 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
MIT LeaderShape is a six-day, leadership development experience that brings MIT students, faculty, and staff together in an intensive, advanced curriculum. Now in its tenth year, and with over 500 past participants, MIT LeaderShape has seen the creation of individual plans of action that have transformed the MIT community. There is no charge, and admission is only by application. Applications may be obtained online at the URL below and are due October 31, 2003. Participants stay at the conference site throughout the six days. MIT LeaderShape is sponsored by the MIT Office of the Dean for Student Life.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/leadershape/www/
Contact: Tracy Purinton, W20-549, x3-4158, purinton@mit.edu
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Making "Cents" of Budgets
Laurie Ward, Jen Au-Yeung
Wed Jan 7, 02-03:00pm, 5-217
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
Want to know what the student government funding boards REALLY think? Come learn tips and techniques on preparing effective student group budgets and funding proposals. Topics covered include: goal setting; resource planning; group planning; realistic estimates; and planning for the unexpected.
Contact: Laurie Ward, W20-549, x3-3680, laurie@mit.edu
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Mediation Training
Carol Orme-Johnson, Mark Cason-Snow, Toni Robinson, Mary Rowe
Mon-Fri, Jan 12, 14-16, 20-23, 26-30, 10am-01:00pm, N/A
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 11-Dec-2003
Limited to 25 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: must complete on-line written application
Fee: 75.00 for materials and lunch
Most people, who take this training in mediation, find their views on conflict resolution are permanently changed and their interpersonal communications are 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 40-hour course leads to certification under Mass. law (not a license).
Web: http://web.mit.edu/mediation/training.html
Contact: Mark Cason-Snow, N42-040i, x8-9272, msnow@mit.edu
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Rainbow Lounge Open
Travis Wright
Fri Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, 12-03:00pm, 50-306
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Repeating event. Participants welcome at any session
Prereq: none
Open hours for the Rainbow Lounge - a resource center for MIT's lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, and questioning community. Stop by to get information, sign out resources, or just hang out. Brown bag lunch from 12-1!
Web: http://web.mit.edu/lbgt/lounge/
Contact: Travis Wright, 50-306, x3-5440, lbgt@mit.edu
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Rainbow Lounge Open
Travis Wright
Tue Jan 13, 20, 27, 04:30-09:00pm, 50-306
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Repeating event. Participants welcome at any session
Prereq: none
Open hours for the Rainbow Lounge - a resource center for MIT's lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, and questioning community. Stop by to get information, sign out resources, or just hang out.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/lbgt/lounge/
Contact: Travis Wright, 50-306, x3-5440, lbgt@mit.edu
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Reconciling and Accounting Strategies for Student Groups
Laurie Ward, Jen Au-Yeung
Wed Jan 21, 02-03:00pm, 5-217
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
How do you keep track of all of those expenses and make sure the books balance? Come learn about different strategies other student groups use to monitor their funds as well as tactics for approaching accounting for group funds. Topics covered include: different software for internal book keeping; reconciliation tips; and what to look for when monitoring accounts.
Contact: Laurie Ward, W20-549, x3-3680, laurie@mit.edu
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The Goodridge Decision: Everything You've Always Wanted to Know about Same-Sex Marriage But Hadn't Even Thought to Ask
Christopher Capozzola, Jo Ann Citron
Thu Jan 15, 04-06:00pm, 14N-417, Reception to follow
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Single session event
In November 2003, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court made an unprecedented move toward the legal recognition of same-sex unions in Massachusetts. But many questions remain. Join us for an open discussion of the legal, political, historical, and personal implications of the SJC's decision. How did this case come about, and what are the social and historical contexts out of which the freedom to marry movement has emerged? What, in plain English, does the Court decision say? What are the options for the people of Massachusetts? What might be the effect of the decision on the presidential election of 2004?
Contact: Emily Morgan Morrow Howe, 14E-316, x3-8844, emmh@mit.edu
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