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  • Speaking Our Truth: Power and Consent in Relationships

    Rainbow Lounge 50-250 142 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Familial and romantic relationships are often defined and influenced by unique power dynamics. In these contexts, students can sometimes withhold important information about themselves for fear of emotional retribution (such as the silent treatment or withholding affection) which can negatively effect relational equity and power. Such experiences can significantly impact mental health, wellness, and the...

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  • The Sustainable Future of Computing: Companies at the Forefront

    E19-202 E19-202 | 400 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Are you struggling to reconcile the impact of computing on the climate with your future career in the field of computing? These companies are adapting their business practices and strategy here and now. Come network with reps from leading tech companies to learn how industry is meeting the climate crisis head on by changing their...

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  • C.H.A.O.S.: Career Planning for the Unknown

    E19-202 - Ford Building (E19) Ford Building (E19) 400 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Do you ever wonder what you are doing at MIT? Do you think about where you will go from here? As a graduate student, what does staying on track look like for you beyond the obvious requirements for your degree? Do these kinds of questions fill you with consternation and make your head hurt? Yes?...

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  • Upskill & advance your career through ELOs

    1-277 - Pierce Laboratory (1) Pierce Laboratory (1) 33 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Have you done research, traveled abroad, or participated in a service or hands-on project but are struggling to figure out what comes next? In this lunch & learn, Kate Weishaar of the Office of Experiential Learning and Ariel Ackermann of Career Advising & Professional Development will guide you through activities to clarify your goals at...

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  • Language Conversation Exchange Events

    Bush Room (10-105) 222 Memorial Dr, 10-105, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Let's meet, eat, and speak! Practice a language with a group of native speakers and other language learners, meet other language lovers, and learn about the LCE. Anyone who is affiliated with MIT can participate in the LCE. Our members include students, staff, visiting scientists and scholars, faculty members, and their spouses and partners. Lunch:...

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  • Eating Good with SFS

    W11-180

    Throughout the year, we will cater from a variety of local and diverse restaurants throughout Cambridge & Boston. Our goal is to help students find culturally relevant foods at an affordable price!

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  • PUMP Week 1: Identity as a Postdoc and Joining a New Community of Practice

    E19-202 - Ford Building (E19) Ford Building (E19) 400 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    This is the first session of the MIT “Power Up My Postdoc” (PUMP) program. This session will focus on 1) reflecting on your identity and background, and on the transition to a new community of practice, be it a new lab, university, city and/or country, and 2) reflecting on your role as a postdoc and...

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  • PUMP Week 2: Setting Goals and Creating an Actionable Career Plan

    E19-202 - Ford Building (E19) Ford Building (E19) 400 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    This is the second session of the MIT “Power Up My Postdoc” (PUMP) program. This session will focus on 1) learning about career planning and exploration strategies and 2) developing specific and actionable goals for your postdoctoral training to help you prepare for your future career. The 3-week “Power Up My Postdoc” (PUMP) program aims...

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  • Networking in the U.S. American Context

    E19-202 – Ford Building (E19)

    In this workshop, we’ll lay out the basics of networking, informational interviewing, and the US American work culture. You’ll learn why a strong basis is crucial for your career first steps and how to go about mastering the art of networking in the US. We recommend taking the GlobeSmart quiz in advance of this event:...

  • Healthy Relationships: DOs and Donuts

    Rainbow Lounge 50-250 142 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA, United States

    Join us on Tuesday, November 7th from 7:00-8:30 in the Rainbow Lounge for a student-led Q&A focusing on promoting healthy relationship culture at MIT. As part of Dating & Domestic Violence Awareness Month, VPR, PLEASURE, and IDHR invite you to attend “Healthy Relationships: The DOs and Donuts”, where undergraduate and graduate student leaders will answer...

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  • LBGTQ+ Movie Night: KIKI

    Rainbow Lounge 50-250 142 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA, United States

    A captivating look into the daily lives of a group of LGBTQ youth who comprise the "Kiki" scene as they prepare for and perform at fierce and exuberant ballroom competitions in NYC

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  • PUMP Week 3: Finding Career Mentors

    E19-202 - Ford Building (E19) Ford Building (E19) 400 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, United States

    This is the third session of the MIT “Power Up My Postdoc” (PUMP) program. This session will focus on 1) learning how to seek out a variety of mentors to support your career development and success, and 2) reflecting on how to strengthen your relationship with your advisor. The 3-week “Power Up My Postdoc” (PUMP)...

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