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January 26th 2007



Note: The fact that this Digest features Matt Aasted during the same time he is on the ballot for Class of 2008 Representative is purely a coincidence. In fact, there are four highly-qualified candidates are running: Anthony Roldan, Nancy Doremus, Matthew Aasted, and Amy Lee.



However, I would like to thank Matt for his entry. Over the next few weeks, I'll be collecting statements and stories from quite a few students who have just come back from a semester abroad -- a chance for my large first-year readership to get acquainted with these great men and women!







So, what have we been up to in CORe?









Unfortunately, the CORe calendar is on quick hiatus, as we ponder moving to a more portable, easily-updatable, and widely-used calendaring system.



That's about it for this week. As usual, whether you found this week's Digest (a) a bit lacking or (b) just the fix you needed, be sure to let me know. Just picture me sitting here alone at 4am, and the smile on my face after I see your email in my Inbox (-:

Sincerely,

Chris "Danger" Dellin

Your Vice President of Communication

Take Care of Your Health!
As you know, we are in the midst of the cold and flu season.  In addition, there have been a number of cases of the norovirus reported in the country as well as the local area (see http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/norovirus.htm for more information about this virus--or check with Olin faculty members who may have suffered its misery).  Anyway, it's probably a good time to remind everyone that there are a number of measures you can take to reduce your chances of getting ill:  WASH YOUR HANDS REGULARLY.  Get some sleep!  Eat right.  Eat lots of fruit and vegetables.  And of course, get some exercise.  These are all basic facts that we of course know but it seemed like a good time to remind folks of them.  Take care of yourself!
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Contact: Alison Black
Greening Olin tip of the week
You can make 20 cans out of recycled material with the same amount of energy it takes to make 1 new one.  So save energy and cut down on material waste by recycling your bottles and cans!  
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Contact: Kerin O'Toole
Coloring Books and SERV Auction payments
Make Coloring Books February 2nd, 3-5PM, WH 1st floor lounge
Come get your art groove on and help make coloring books for the Boston Children's Hospital. Help sketch coloring pages and compile the pages into beautiful booklets that will brighten a child's day. Hone your drawing and writing skills, hole punching skills, copying skills, and become a kid again! (No talent necessary; you can make coloring book covers that say 'Coloring Book' and a kid will love it.) Drop by February 2nd, from 3-5PM to the WH 1st floor lounge - we'll be having tons of fun.
 
SERV Auction Payments
Please send your SERV Auction payments as soon as possible - you know who you are (reminder e-mails were sent this week)! Send cash or a check written out to 'Olin College' to Jessie Sullivan, MB 586, or go by her room, EH309 to drop off payments in the folder.
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Contact: Christie
Attachment(s):
DormItem: Free College Classifieds
Be sure to check out DormItem at the start of this semester for textbooks, tv's, cars, and luxury mansions!
 
Also featuring part-time jobs for college students.
 
Free listings, integrated with Facebook, and no account required.
 
Enjoy the day!
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Contact: Daniel Scudder
Auxiliary OSL office
Ben and I will open up our home every Tuesday afternoon from 4-6pm this semester. Whether you need a baby fix, dog fix, or a hot cup of tea feel free to stop by and say Hi!
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Contact: Nick Tatar
Patty Blanchette's Farewell Today
Kickoff to Patty Blanchette
Although Olin is sad to say goodbye, this Patriots fan will
always be an east coast girl at heart.
 
Join us in wishing her well as
she joins the team at Stanford.
 
Time: 3pm   Date: Today
Location: OC Mezzanine
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Contact: Christopher Dellin
Attachment(s):
Spring Committee Opportunities
Get involved, get informed!
CORe is thrilled to announce new openings for student representatives on Olin committees this semester!
 
Feel free to browse through the list below to identify committees that sound interesting to you, and to visit the CORe Website to learn more about each committee, and view information regarding its charge, past reps. and time commitment.
 
Committee
Number of Reps Needed
Chair
AHS Committee
1
Rob Martello
Campus Public Display Evaluation Committee
1
Charlie Nolan
Crisis Management Committee
1
Joe McDonald
Development Student Working Group
2
Joanne Kossuth
Dining Services Advisory Group
2
George Butler
Environmental Health and Safety Committee
1
Joe McDonald
Exposition Planning Committee
1
Rebecca Christianson
Passionate Pursuits Board
2
Rod Crafts
Wellesley-Olin Working Group
1
Helen Donis-Keller
 
See something you like? Email us at core@olin.edu with a quick note on your motivations and qualifications, and be on the lookout for a more detailed email in the near future.
 
We would also like to take this opportunity to thank our outgoing reps. for their efforts and dedication throughout the semester.
 
Thanks and looking forward to working with you,
 
- Meena
Vice President of Student Initiatives
Council of Olin Representatives   
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Contact: Meenakshi Vembusubramanian
Wellesley-Olin Shuttle!
Go to/from Wellesley every day, 21 times a day … for free!
Thanks to the hard work of Alex Epstein, the Wellesley-Olin Shuttle is now up and running!  It leaves from Olin at 20 and 50 minutes past the hour all day long, and arrives at Wellesley 10 minutes later.  For more information and the complete schedule, check out the attached document, and add all the iCals to your calendar!
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Contact: Christopher Dellin
Attachment(s):
Babson Ceramic Valentine Workshop
for Olin/Babson Students, Staff, and Faculty
Finish them in time for February 14th!  Two Thursday evenints, 7-9pm.
February 1: Clay construction to fit in heart-shaped box
February 8: Glaze your labor or love
 
Boxes, tools, clay and glaze, kiln firings: $10 fee for the 2-part workshop.  Ceramics studio located upstairs in the Trim Building/Sorenson Visual Arts Center.
 
RSVP to Stephanie by Monday, Jan 29th.  For more information, see the attached flyer.
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Contact: Stephanie Osser
Attachment(s):
Ceramics Classes at Babson
Ceramics Open House
You're invited to a "Ceramics Open House" Monday, Jan 29, 5-7pm, Trim 221 (Gallery and Ceramics studio).
Information on Ceramics classes; demonstrations; on-the-spot registration; refreshments; and a drawing for a FREE ceramics class!  Bring a friend!  Questions? Contact Stephanie.  See the attached flyer for more information.
 
 
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Contact: Stephanie Osser
Attachment(s):
From Mud to Music Workshop ... in collaboration with Mark Somerville!
Make Clay Musical Instruments!
Engineer ocarinas, udu drums, winds, didgeridoos, strings, marimbas; explore form and sound!  You can hear these instruments at http://ninestones.com/frommudtomusic/!
 
Inspired by the new book "From Mud to Music" by Barry Hall
In collaboration with Mark Somerville
 
If interested, contact Stephanie (amateur musician, ceramic artist-in-residence).
We'll help you with step-by-step construction techniques & decoration, while you play with sound and pitch.
 
Wednesdays 7-9pm, starting February 7th; possibility of additional time, depending on response.  $50/$75 for semester includes all materials, including daily open studio hours.  Come to our Studio Open House January 29th, 5-7pm.  Demos and refreshments.  Ceramics Studio located in the Sorenson Visual Arts Center (upstairs in the Trim building).
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Contact: Stephanie Osser
Attachment(s):
Babson Panel Discussion: Trends in Technology Investing
Babson Alumni Technology Council Breakfast Speaker Series
Panel Discussion: Trends in Technology Investing

Wednesday, February 7, 2007, 7:30-10 AM at Babson College’s Olin Hall.

The Panel will be moderated by Babson Professor Andrew "Zach" Zacharakis who is the John H. Muller, Jr. Chair for Entrepreneurship.  Zach’s primary research areas include the venture capital process and entrepreneurial growth strategies.


The Panelists include Benjamin Malka, General Partner at NorthHill Ventures; Woody Benson, General Partner of Prism VentureWorks;  and Mark Robinson M’94, Director at VIMAC.  Additional panelists’ information and registration details will be forthcoming.
 
Please check the Babson College website at www.babson.edu/alumni/batc and/or contact Mr. Celi for availability.
 
The Babson Alumni Technology Council (BATC) produces first class events and programs to help Babson alumni and the greater Babson community understand and anticipate how technology impacts business in the 21st Century.  The BATC provides unparalleled exposure to today’s technology leaders and offers effective networking opportunities.
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Contact: Christopher Dellin
Attachment(s):
Weekly Student/Faculty Basketball
Who:

Mark L. Chang



What:

Olin students and faculty love playing friendly basketball over at the

Babson gym once or twice a week. Please join us!



Sign up on the list:

http://lists.olin.edu/mailman/listinfo/basketball



Vote on the schedule:

http://mrwiki.olin.edu/mrwiki/BasketBallScheduling
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Contact: Mark Chang
Webster Center Winter Recreation!
Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Dodgeball, Handball, Raquetball, Squash, etc …
Intramural Leagues * February 5th start date
  • Co-Ed 6v6 Volleyball Monday 830pm-11pm → 1st 4, 6 or 8 teams
  • 6v6 Indoor Soccer Monday & Wednesday 7pm-10pm → 1st 8, 10 or 12 teams
  • 5v5 Basketball Tuesday & Thursday 830pm-1130pm → 1st 12, 14 or 16 teams
  • Co-Ed 6v6 Dodgeball Thursday 630pm-1030pm → 1st 16, 18 or 20 teams
 
  • Team Handball Night Thursday, February 1st * 830pm-11pm
  • Racquetball & Squash Tournaments * February 12th start date
  • Hot Shot Basketball Night Thursday, March 8 * 9pm-10pm
 
 
Exercise Classes * January 29th start date, drop-in format
Chandor Dance Aerobics Studio
  • Self-Defense Monday 330pm-5pm
  • Kickboxing Monday 5pm-6pm
  • Cardio Sculpt Thursday 5pm-6pm
  • Self-Defense Saturday 330pm-5pm
 
Beginner Clinics
  • Cardiovascular Machines – Friday, February 2 * 12pm-1pm
  • Lunder Fitness Center – Friday, February 9 * 12pm-1pm
  • Squash – Friday, February 16 * 12pm-1pm
  • Golf – Friday, February 23 * 12pm-1pm
 
For more information or to sign up, email Andrew Dutton.
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Contact: Dutton, Andrew
Jukido Jujitsu Self Defense Classes
Jukido Jujitsu self-defense classes for beginners are starting in the Babson gym this week! If you’ve ever thought about learning a martial art – even if you’ve never done one – now is a great time to watch or try out the Babson Jukido Jujitsu class.
 
What is Jukido Jujitsu? Traditional Jujitsu focused on practical and realistic self-defense, safety in practice, and self-confidence.
 
Where? Chandor Dance Aerobics Studio in the Webster Center (the Babson gym)
 
When? 6:30 to 8pm every Monday and Wednesday night.
 
Do I need previous martial arts experience? Welcome, but definitely not necessary! Most of our students start as 100% beginners.
 
What will we do on the first nights? Three things: 1) you will learn self defense techniques for real situations – new techniques each night, 2) we will demonstrate Jukido Jujitsu, including advanced techniques, and 3) you will learn about what we cover and what we do in the classes as time goes on. And a 4th thing – you’ll have fun.
 
Will I get hurt? Your safety is our number one concern! Always.
 
Can I just watch? Most people like to give it a try, but if you want to just watch, you are welcome to do so!
 
What if I am not in perfect shape? It does not matter. Just do your best! You don’t need to be particularly athletically inclined or built to succeed in learning Jukido Jujitsu.
 
Do I need a uniform? Just wear loose, comfortable clothes such as a t-shirt and sweatpants that you would wear to work out.
 
Who attends the class? We have a mix of Babson and Olin undergrads, graduate students, faculty, and staff. Your friends in the general community outside of Babson and Olin can also attend the class. It’s open to all so bring friends if you like.
 
Is this good exercise? Absolutely!
 
Who teaches? Sensei Dean Ierardi, 2nd dan (black belt) in Jukido Jujitsu, 3rd dan Kokondo Karate, and Mike Schultz, 2nd dan in Jukido Jujitsu, 1st dan in Kokondo Karate, and Babson MBA ‘02
 
Babson Jukido Jujitsu has been on campus since 2001. Come try a class and you will have fun and learn something that may save your life!
 
For more information, call Sensei Mike Schultz (Babson M’02) at 781-492-9424 or e-mail mschultz@babsonkokondo.com. You can also visit www.babsonkokondo.com.
 
We hope to see you at a class in next week!
 
Senseis Mike Schultz and Dean Ierardi
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Contact: Sensei Mike Schultz
Stage Fright? Fear not, this class is for you!
Acting Skills for Success in Business -- Beginner
Wednesdays (6 classes) 6:30pm to 8:30pm
 
Dates: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar 7, 14
Fee: $25 for Babson/Olin students, spouses, staff, faculty, alumni
Location: Trim 215
 
For more information, see the attached flyer.
 
Registration: Sorenson Center for the Arts, Kay Sorensen; email or call, 781-239-5622
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Contact: Kay Sorensen
Attachment(s):
Parent and Alumni Relations Student Assistant Position Available
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  Assist with communication efforts such as mailings, database management, marketing design, event logistics, web updates, drafting newsletters, etc.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:  Strong writing and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, familiarity with the Office suite of programs and such programs as Access.  Knowledge of web design programs a plus. 
 
Interested candidates please contact Krissy.
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Contact: Krissy Raposa
TA candidates for SSP 2007
The Summer Science Program, an astrophysics program for high school students, is looking for TA candidates for SSP 2007. This summer, SSP has decided to hire five TAs for each of its two campuses (Ojai, CA and Socorro, New Mexico). Applicants should be graduate students, graduating seniors, or rising college seniors, majoring in physical science or engineering.



More info at www.ssp.org/jobs, or call Richard Bowdon (SSP Executive Director) at 919.439-7759.



- Que Anh Nguyen, Olin c/o 2006

(I participated in this program when I was in high school and served as a TA last summer in Socorro. If you have any questions about the program or what being a TA means, feel free to contact me at queanh@gmail.com.)
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Contact: Que Anh Nguyen
After-school babysitter help wanted (family with 6 kids!)
Hello, I am in search of a student who would be willing to help me after school.  I have a total of 6 children.  Three are in elementary school and are dismissed at 2:35.  The other three are younger and at home with me every afternoon. By 2:00 pm I need to get ready to pick-up at elementary school.  I am back sometime before 3:00.  Until dinner, the children must be supervised.  The older two (boy, grade5; girl, grade3) have nightly homework.  The 5th grader needs assistance to finish the task at hand.  My 1st grader could use someone to review her reading and word recognition.  The others (all girls with the exception of my 5th grader) simply need to be watched.  The youngest is not quite 10 months. I do the laundry, prepare lunches, make dinner, help with homework, prepare the rooms for bed, put out clothes for the following day, and generally juggle paperwork and phone calls.  ANY help is welcome.  Just an extra set of hands. Student must love kids and be a caring, intelligent and sensitive individual.  No tasks are mandatory.  Hours, days and pay are negotiable. Thank you in advance for your time and cooperation. Sincerely, Suzanne Horgan, (p) 781-455-8484 (c) 781-738-8390 (e) horganfam@rcn.com
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Contact: Suzanne Horgan
High School Calc Tutor Needed
Teach a nice highschooler how to derive …
Nancy Casper, a very nice mother of a Needham High School student, is looking for a calculus tutor for her son.  If you're interested, please give her a call at 781-455-0706.
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Contact: Carol Kelley
Engineered / Designed to Specifications Project
I am looking for a student at Olin College of Engineering who has the capability to produce for me an engineered / designed-to-specifications-for-manufacture mechanical device product concept idea. Said engineered design specifications produced must meet the requirements for actual manufacture, as designed specs will be used to produce 1) sample prototype(s) and 2) mass production of final product prototype domestically, and offshore manufacture. Will pay for supplies needed for project, and the fee for services provided is negotiable. Please understand that what I need are the actual blueprint design specs to scale, that I can actually take to a manufacturer, and have them produce for me, based on your blueprint designs, a product that will be sold to major retailers and direct to the consumer. I would like to have the design specs completed by the end of February 2007, but this will be flexible if more time is needed to complete the project. Please leave your name, your educational background (specifically in engineering design specifications training), email address, and phone number, if interested.
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Contact: Josephine Guion
Post Graduate Planning Announcements
Olin's resource for internships, summer research, jobs, graduate school and more …
 
GENERAL
 
Whitaker International Fellows and Scholars Program 2007-2008
Application Deadline: January 29, 2007!
The Whitaker Program sends young U.S.-based biomedical engineers abroad for one academic year to conduct a study and/or research project relevant to biomedical engineering as a field, and with a specific interest in building international bridges within this growing science. The goal of the Whitaker Program is to assist the development of professional leaders who are not only superb scientists, but who will advance the profession with an international outlook. For more information and to apply online please visit their website.
 
Vanguard's Scholarship Opportunity for Women in Technology

Application Deadline: January 31, 2007!
Vanguard has established a scholarship program to assist female students entering their senior year of college who are majoring in computer science, computer engineering, web design, or related technical engineering disciplines. Scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at a select accredited four-year institution of the student's choice. Please click here for more information and the online application.

 

Athenahealth College Open House Event for spring 2007 graduates and summer interns
Thursdays, February 1, 2007 and March 8, 2007: 5:30-7:30PM 311 Arsenal St., Watertown
Come learn more about athenahealth at one of their open house events. Take a tour, and meet the leaders and alumni employees. Please select the date you plan to attend and RSVP to greilly@athenahealth.com. For more information see the Open House Announcement.
 
Idealist Nonprofit Career Fair

Tuesday, February 6, 2007, 12pm - 4pm - Boston University
This fair is free for job seekers! Click here to see a list of registered nonprofits and to learn more about the Boston Fair.
 
Career Connection, Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007, 4pm - 7pm

John Hancock Hall 180 Berkeley Street Boston, MA
Career Connect is a career fair for undergraduate and graduate students of color. Students will have an opportunity to connect with corporate sponsors and learn from successful professionals why they have chosen Boston as a place to work. For more information see the flyer.
 
Prospective Students' Day Harvard Business School Campus

Friday, February 23, 2007
This event is a wonderful opportunity for African-American, Latino, and Native-American candidates to learn more about the HBS community. To register for this event please see the Harvard Business School MBA website.
 
JOBS, INTERNSHIPS and RESEARCH EXPERIENCES
 
There have been 45 new opportunities posted in EASE (PGP's online jobs database) since mid-December! To see these fabulous experiences, plus many more, please log-in to EASE eCampusRecruiter on the PGP website. If you are still unsure what EASE is all about feel free to email us or stop by the PGP office CC 314 and we would be happy to explain this great new job searching tool!
 
Still in doubt?  Checkout these postings to wet your appetite!
 
Associate Product Manager Intern - Google Inc. - Email Frances Haugen '06 ASAP if interested fhaugen@google.com
 
SCEC Summer Undergraduate Internships - Southern California Earthquake Center - Deadline: January 31, 2007
 
Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Summer Program - Northwestern University, Materials Research Science & Engineering Center - Deadline: February 15, 2007
 
 
Internship Program - The MathWorks - Deadline: April 1, 2007
 
Usability Intern -The MathWorks

The MathWorks Usability Group is looking for an undergraduate or graduate intern, who will work with the usability team 16-24 hours a week from January through June, 2007. This is a paid internship with the pay depending on background and academic experience.
 
Jewish Campus Service Corps Fellowship - Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life -Deadline: February 23, 2007
 
New College Graduate Positions - MIT Lincoln Laboratory
 
Python Programmer - Kaskad Technology

Kaskad Technology is looking for Python programmers in the Boston area. You will be involved in helping to set our product direction and will implement the product at customer sites. We need good python programmers with maybe some C++. This is an excellent opportunity to increase and sharpen your skill sets and to also work with some really great people.
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Contact: Suzanne Alcott
Attachment(s):
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