November 2007 - uWomen

[UWAB] No Meeting Tonight
by Jennifer Whitlow 26 Nov '07

26 Nov '07

Girls, Since the finals and final projects are coming to a close, use tonight to help you get all of your work and studying done so you can join us next week at the end of the Year Christmas/Secret Santa Party. See yall next Monday at Ray's! Jennifer -- Jennifer Whitlow Computational Media Georgia Institute of Technology gtg160x(a)mail.gatech.edu

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[UWAB] FW: WAM 2008
by Biggers, Maureen Short 21 Nov '07

21 Nov '07

-----Original Message----- From: Wam@GT [mailto:wamatgt@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, November 20, 2007 11:35 AM To: Biggers, Maureen Short Subject: WAM 2008 Dear Women @ CC, My name is Jessica Dougherty and I am the Collaborations Co-Chair for Women's Awareness Month (WAM). WAM is a student-organized program at Georgia Tech that provides educational and entertaining programs for the campus and local community to increase awareness of women's issues and accomplishments. Annual events in the past include WST-sponsored lectures, The Vagina Monologues, Red Dress, and Take Back the Night. Take Back the Night is a signature WAM program held annually to educate people and honor survivors of sexual violence with speakers and a candlelight vigil. Last year's program drew more than 600 participants. Women's Awareness Month offered a successful month of programming with 11 events attracting more than 1,500 in total attendance. To make this year as successful as possible, we would like to request that your organization takes part in WAM by helping to fund some of this year's events. Some special events being planned this year are focusing on women's health. Our, Health Day at the Campus Recreation Center and support of the American Heart Association's Red Dress campaign are just a few. Another event being planned this year is Women's Day of Service which will help local women's organizations in the Atlanta area. WAM will also co-sponsor events with different organizations around campus, such as Success Programs, ADAPTS, the Counseling Center, the Ferst Center for the Arts, the Office of International Education, the Office of Study Abroad, and the Department of Housing - International House. We hope that you will be able to support us in our efforts to increase awareness of such important issues. As a sponsor, your financial contribution will support Women's Awareness Month's overall budget. However, you can choose to be listed as a contributing sponsor to Women's Awareness Month or listed as a sponsor of a specific event (i.e. Take Back the Night) if it more directly supports your mission. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me via email at WAMatGT(a)gmail.com or Vinutha Prabhakar, the Collaborations Co-Chair at vprabhakar3(a)gatech.edu. Our advisor is Colleen Petterson and she can be contacted at 404-385-4501. We request a response by January 15, 2008 to ensure that you receive full publicity for your sponsorship. Thank you, Jessica Dougherty Women's Awareness Month Collaborations Co-Chair -- WAM 2008

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[UWAB] Secret Santa!
by Priyanka Mahalanabis 19 Nov '07

19 Nov '07

Hey girls! So we are going to do a Secret Santa again this year. The limit is $15 and I am going to try to use Evite again for sending out the names. If you would like to participate please reply to this email with the following Favorite store - Favorite book (that you don't own) - Favorite author - Favorite accessory - Favorite candy - Favorite band(s) - You don't need to fill this out necessarily - its just a guide. Just list out general likes and dislikes so that your secret santa can know what to get you. In regards to the exchange, we have tentatively set it for Dec 3 at 6:30 at Ray's Pizza. Let me know how this works for you. Thanks! Priyanka -- Priyanka Mahalanabis Computer Science Georgia Institute of Technology

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[UWAB] Monday's Meeting!
by Priyanka Mahalanabis 19 Nov '07

19 Nov '07

Just a reminder that we will be meeting tomorrow at 5 in the student org room. We will be discussing Secret Santa details (time, place, limit, etc) and a Holiday party. See you then! -- Priyanka Mahalanabis Computer Science Georgia Institute of Technology

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[UWAB] FW: [WRC Newsletter] Advocate Training, WLC Committee Applications
by Biggers, Maureen Short 15 Nov '07

15 Nov '07

________________________________ From: Yvette Upton [mailto:yvette.upton@vpss.gatech.edu] Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 3:49 PM To: wrc(a)lists.gatech.edu Subject: [WRC Newsletter] Advocate Training, WLC Committee Applications Apply now for the 2008 Women's Leadership Conference Planning Committee - Undergraduate and graduate students invited to plan the conference! Deadline to apply: November 22, 2007 www.womenscenter.gatech.edu/wlc UPCOMING WRC EVENTS: 1) Advocate Training THIS Friday, November 16, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., WRC 2) Dead Week Drop-in Wednesday, December 5, 11 to 3:00 p.m., WRC 3) WRC Holiday Project - Deadline Wednesday, December 5 CAMPUS EVENTS: 4) Zeta Phi Beta Informational - TODAY, Wednesday, November 14, 7:20 p.m., Swann, Rm. 115 5) Forget What You Heard - TOMORROW Thursday, November 15, Freshmen Housing 6) Intercultural Communication: A Case Study Approach - TOMORROW, Thursday, November 15, 11:30 to 1:00 p.m., Savant Rm. 308 7) Taboo Topics: Sex - TOMORROW, Thursday, November 15, 7:00 p.m., Student Center Ballroom 8) ACC Student Conference - Applications Due November 28 9) Developing Projects for Undergraduate Research - Wednesday, November 28, noon to 1:00 p.m., Wilby Room, Library 10) The Tower Informational Meeting Thursday, November 29, 11 to noon, Student Center 301 SCHOLARSHIPS: 11) East Asia and Pacific Summer Institute (EAPSI) Deadline December 12 JOB OPPORTUNITIES: 12) 1-to-1 Tutoring - Now Hiring for Spring 2008 13) Program Services Coordinator, Carroll Rape Crisis Center COMMUNITY EVENTS: 14) Comedy with Karen Williams THIS Friday, November 16, 8 to 9:30 p.m., Charis 15) Nithya Yoga Travel Study - Registration now open for trip December 14-29, 2007 WRC EVENTS: 1) *Advocate Training* -- Sign up for Full Day or Individual Sessions THIS Friday, November 16, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Conference Room, Womens Resource Center Light Breakfast, Lunch Provided Advocate training is the advanced phase of the Advocacy training series. Advocate trainees become familiar with a wide range of agencies and organizations that provide support to victim-survivors of sexual assault and violence, and they practice the skills to work with survivors through scenarios and role plays. R.S.V.P to colleen(a)gatech.edu [Participants may attend individual sessions as their schedule permits.] 2) *Dead Week Drop-in* Wednesday, December 5, 11 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Women's Resource Center Refreshments Provided, Semi-potluck Stop by the Women's Resource Center for a fun break from studying during Dead Week. Have some infamous veggie chili and if you want, bring a dish (store-bought or home-made). It's a great chance to connect women and men involved in a variety of programs on campus. Come and bring a friend! R.S.V.P.s encouraged but not required! 3) *WRC Holiday Project* Deadline Wednesday, December 5 Each year, during the holidays, the Women's Resource Center adopts a family headed by a grandparent raising her grandchildren. There are many reasons grandparents become caregivers and second-time parents. The issues cross socioeconomic and racial lines, but many of the grandparents are on a fixed income and the holidays are difficult for them to manage.. Please contact Yvette Upton at yvette.upton(a)vpss.gatech.edu if you would like to participate. Deadline for Gifts/Contributions: Wednesday, December 5. CAMPUS EVENTS 4) *Zeta Phi Beta Informational* TONIGHT, Wednesday, November 14, 7:20 p.m. Swann Building, Room 115 (on Cherry Street) You saw us come out, now it's time to see what we're about! Join us for some great conversation, great information, and some tasty treats. Who: Georgia Tech females interested in learning more about this most honorable organization. Business casual attire is requested. See you there! 5) *Forget What You Heard* TOMORROW, Thursday, November 15 Freshmen Residence Halls We are Freshman Peer Leaders for the Fitten, Freeman, and Montag Residence Hall area. On November 15th, 2007, we will be hosting " Forget what you heard," an area- wide diversity program to address the stereotypes associated with minority groups in regards to ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and political beliefs. Through a "diversity fair," we plan to educate residents about these issues as well as present efforts made by the Georgia Tech community to end the continuation of these negative stereotypes. 6) *Intercultural Communication: A Case Study Approach* TOMORROW, Thursday, November 15, 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. Savant Building. Room 308 This interactive session is for GT staff, faculty and students who understand the basics of intercultural communication, but would like practice with scenarios to think through the nuances of communication. Instructor: Sheila Schulte, Amy Henry 7) *Taboo Topics* TOMORROW, Thursday, November 15, 7:00 p.m. Student Center Ballroom On behalf of the Finding Common Ground Executive Board, you are cordially invited to attend the third Taboo Topic discussion on SEX! The event will be moderated and led by Dr. Chet Meeks. He received his PhD from the University at Albany, State University of New York, in 2003. After teaching for three years at Northern Illinois University, he joined the Georgia State Department of Sociology Faculty in the Fall of 2006. Chet's research interests are in the areas of classical and contemporary sociological theory, sexuality and sexual politics, and the sociology of culture. Join us as he guides our discussion about men, women, and sex on the college campus. Come get your questions answered and see what your peers think about this taboo topic. For more information about Finding Common Ground, please visit the website at www.fcg.gatech.edu. If you have any additional questions about the event, please feel free to contact us at findingcommonground(a)gmail.com . We look forward to seeing you! Joshua Wilkerson Executive Chair, Finding Common Ground 8) *ACC Student Conference* Applications Due Wednesday, November 28 Interested in global issues? Interested in service-learning? The ACC's International Academic Collaborative is planning an international service-learning conference and we have an opportunity to send a Tech delegation of 8 students. When: February 1-3 Where: North Carolina State University Costs: None If interested, please contact Jason.Seletos(a)oie.gatech.edu 9) *Developing Undergraduate Research Projects* Wednesday, November 28, noon to 1:00 p.m. Wilby Room, Library Join us for a roundtable discussion on how to develop appropriate yet challenging & meaningful projects for undergraduate researchers. Several seasoned veteran mentors of undergraduates in research will be in attendance to join in the informal discussion. This workshop is geared toward faculty, graduate students, post-docs, research scientists, and others who mentor undergraduates in research. Drinks will be provided, but feel free to bring your lunch. Questions? Contact UROP at urop(a)gatech.edu. 10) *The Tower Informational Meeting* Thursday, November 29, 11 to noon Students Center 301 The board is currently looking for student reviewers, production and business staff, and student submissions. Those interested in submissions, reviewing articles, and production are strongly encouraged to attend. Visit the group's website at http://gttower.org/ for additional information, a list of the editorial board, and updates. Applications for review and other staff positions will be on the website soon. SCHOLARSHIPS: 11) *East Asia and Pacific Summer Institutes (EAPSI)* Deadline is December 12 Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a U.S. graduate program by the deadline date and be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. The East Asia and Pacific Summer Institutes provide U.S. graduate students in science and engineering: 1) first-hand research experience in Australia, China, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore or Taiwan; 2) an introduction to the science and science policy infrastructure of the respective location; and 3) orientation to the society, culture and language. The primary goals of EAPSI are to introduce students to East Asia and Pacific science and engineering in the context of a research setting, and to help students initiate scientific relationships that will better enable future collaboration with foreign counterparts. The institutes last approximately eight weeks from June to August. The stipend is $5,000 with the possibility of additional funding by both US and international funders. Please visit http://www.nsf.gov/eapsi for more information. JOB OPPORTUNITIES: 12) *1-to-1 Tutoring* Are you looking for a job for Spring Semester 2008? The 1-to-1 Tutoring program is looking for outstanding undergraduate or graduate students to serve as tutors for the spring semester. Our highest demand courses are Calculus, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Thermodynamics, Statics, and Dynamics, but we are looking for tutors in all courses, with an emphasis on those at the freshman/sophomore (1000/2000) level . SALARY: Ranges from $9/hour - $12/hour based on class standing HOURS: Tutors can work anywhere between 5-10 hours per week and choose their own schedules. Morning, afternoon and evening hours are available EXPERIENCE: Experience in tutoring is helpful but not required. To apply please visit www.successprograms.gatech.edu/ and follow the appropriate links under Programs and then Tutoring. 13) *Program Services Coordinator, Carroll Rape Crisis Center* Nature of Duties: Program Services Coordinator is responsible for the planning and implementation of the Prevention/Awareness activities of the Center. The person in this position plans, coordinates, and presents programs to local schools, civic groups, churches, community agencies, and others requesting programming related to sexual violence. The Program Services Coordinator serves on various committees and represents the Center at community functions. This position requires a high degree of skill related to time management, public speaking, and presentation of educational information. Some evening presentations are required. On-call time is required. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree, strong verbal and written communication skills. Individual must be highly organized and have knowledge of basic computer applications. This position requires driving to presentation locations; therefore, applicant must possess a valid driver's license and vehicle. A criminal background check is also required if the applicant is selected. Preferred Qualifications: Prefer candidate with experience in providing Primary Prevention programming to children and adolescents. Knowledge of issues related to sexual violence and violence against women is preferred. Experience in social services environment is desirable through previous volunteer or work experience. Fluency in Spanish is helpful in the position. Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. The Center offers a medical benefit stipend. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Method of Application: No Phone Calls. Send resume to: Carroll Rape Crisis Center P. O. Box 2825 Carrollton, GA 30112 Fax to: 770-834-9655 Or, Email: jskinnera204(a)hotmail.com COMMUNITY EVENTS: 14) *Comedy with Karen Williams* THIS Friday, November 16, 2007 8 to 9:30 p.m. Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Ave., Atlanta (404)524-0304 Join Charis, GATeWAY Entertainment and Orphans Nest Productions for a feast of laughter with internationally-known comedienne Karen Williams of the HaHa Institute. HaHA Institute humor workshops are specifically designed to build and promote healthy self-esteem, and to encourage full support of the principles of tolerance and respect for the dignity of human life, using the tool of appropriate humor. Karen will give a free sample of this healing + humor workshop to our Charis audience. Don't miss out on this chance to learn about humor from one of the funniest people in the comedy circuit! You can also catch Karen on Saturday, November 17, in a live performance at the House of IntegriTEA. 15) *Nithya Yoga Travel Study Program* Registration now Open Trip December 14-29, 2007 In the Footsteps of Patenjali Enjoy this unique opportunity to visit the land of the Spiritual Masters and experience their Inner Space. Study and practice Yoga in its purest form and learn of the great sage Patanjali; physically through practice of yogic postures, mentally through positive visualization and spiritually through the very spirit of the tour. Patanjali, an Enlightened Master, is universally acknowledged as the Father of Yoga. He was an inner-scientist, who created technology to reproduce in others the inner space that he had experienced. With an enlightened insight into the core of human nature, and his own experience of the science of yoga, Nithyananda has brought to life the original essence and teachings of Patanjali in an integral part of the study of Nithya Yoga. This travel study program makes it possible for one to live the culturally rich lifestyle of Vedic India while visiting the places and temples that were significant in Patanjalis life. Register Now at http://www.dhyanapeetam.org/nithyayogatravel.asp ________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ If you have announcements you would like included in "This Week at the WRC", please send them to yvette.upton(a)vpss.gatech.edu. The list is usually sent once a week to more than 1,450 members of the Georgia Tech community.

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[UWAB] Reminder: M@CC Board Game Night
by Nikea Davis 14 Nov '07

14 Nov '07

Hello Everyone, Tonight immediately following the Minorities @ CC 5pm meeting, wi will be hosting Board Game Night. The event will be held from 6-8pm in Room 101. We have a variety of games for everyone to enjoy, but also feel free to bring your own games to play with other students. Refreshments will be served. Thanks and we hope to see you tonight. _______________________________________________ Minorities mailing list Minorities(a)cc.gatech.edu https://mailman.cc.gatech.edu/mailman/listinfo/minorities

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[UWAB] Murder Mystery Dinner
by Valerie Killian 13 Nov '07

13 Nov '07

From: Aaron Goldsmith < agoldsmith3(a)gatech.edu> Date: Nov 13, 2007 12:00 AM Subject: SAB@CC Spring Murder Mystery Dinner To: info(a)dramatech.org, Valerie Killian < vkillian3(a)gatech.edu>, ndavisbcs(a)gatech.edu Hello all, I am emailing you about an event that we are going to be putting on in mid to late January 2008. SAB@CC is going to be putting together a murder mystery dinner theatre at this time (we are deciding between the dates of January 18th and 25th). You may be wondering why I am even emailing you this if we already have plans for it, and the answer is that there are a lot of components that need to be put together for this event to go off without a hitch. Some of what we shall be needing help with will be how/where we are getting food, staffing of the event, advertising the event, and of course funding the event. I have already lined up the cast for the show and the play that will be put on through a local group called CAST that is based out of Douglasville. They are willing to put on the show for reduced ticket prices since we are going to be drawing the audience for them and covering all the other details they normally have to handle. I am also presently working on getting a Klaus classroom for the event unless we can get an even more suitable location. I have personally talked to different members of each of the organizations that I am emailing this to. If any of the organizations are interested then please reply to this email or call me at 770-722-0674. Thanks so much for your time and I look forward to getting this event underway. Aaron Goldsmith SAB@CC

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[UWAB] No meeting tonight
by Jennifer Whitlow 12 Nov '07

12 Nov '07

Since Thanksgiving and Christmas are nearing, we know there are many final projects and tests going on. We will not be meeting tonight. We will however have a short meeting next week to figure out a date and time to have an end of the semester party. Jennifer -- Jennifer Whitlow Computational Media Georgia Institute of Technology gtg160x(a)mail.gatech.edu

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[UWAB] Dinner at Chow Baby
by Whitlow,Jennifer Nicole 06 Nov '07

06 Nov '07

Hey girls! This is just a reminder that we will be going to dinner tomorrow night at Chow Baby at 7:00. Please let us know if you will be going so that we can make sure we ahve enough drivers. Send Pri or myself an email. We will all be meeting in the CoC lobby at 7. Hope to see a lot of you there! Jennifer

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[UWAB] No meeting tonight!
by Priyanka Mahalanabis 05 Nov '07

05 Nov '07

No meeting tonight! Instead, we are going to Chow Baby tomorrow for dinner. If you want to come, meet at the CoC at 7. -- Priyanka Mahalanabis Computer Science Georgia Institute of Technology

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