[UWAB] FW: [WRC Newsletter] Advocate Training, WLC Committee Applications

[Biggers, Maureen Short]

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From: Yvette Upton [mailto:yvette.upton at vpss.gatech.edu] 
Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 3:49 PM
To: wrc at 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 at 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 at 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 at 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 at 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 at 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 at 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 

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