________________________________ From: Yvette Upton [mailto:yvette.upton@vpss.gatech.edu] Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 3:49 PM To: wrc@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@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@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@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@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@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@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@vpss.gatech.edu. The list is usually sent once a week to more than 1,450 members of the Georgia Tech community.