CAMPUS CALENDAR & EVENTS: October 1, 2009
TODAY
Learn Web Design for Accessibility
This online course, created by Georgia Tech’s Center for Assistive Technology and Environmental Access, offers up-to-date information for web designers on creating sites that are accessible to people disabilities.
Academic Job Search Workshops
Workshops aimed at educating Graduate Students and Future Faculty on the specifics of a job search in academia.
Academic Teaching Workshops
Workshops for Graduate Students, T.A.s, and Future Faculty on popular topics for teaching enhancement
The New Economy Business Model and the Crisis of US Capitalism
Globalization, Innovation, and Development (GID) Lecture Series with William Lazonick, University of Massachusetts speaking on “The New Economy Business Model and the Crisis of US Capitalism".
Commencement Fair
Attend the Commencement Fair - Your One-Stop-Shop for All Graduation Needs!
Information in Air Traffic Control
Durso will discuss the current air traffic control system focusing on the workings of the familiar airport control tower and about how needs vary as function of the aircraft and the controller position.
UPCOMING
2009 IBB Distinguished Lecturer
IBB will be hosting Phillip Sharp, PhD for the 2009 IBB Distinguished Lecturer.
"The Biology and Therapeutic Promise of Small RNAs"
Innovations in Quantitative Equity Research
An introduction into quantitative equity investment process as well as the
challenges and opportunities faced by today’s quantitative investors.
Atlanta Conference on Science and Innovation Policy
A comprehensive look at the ways science and innovation policies can shape the future and address the major challenges facing humanity. 200 presentations by an international line-up of more than 300 researchers.
Zombies vs. Robots at Le Flash 2009
Carl DiSalvo, Assistant Professor of Digital Media in the School of Literature, Communication, and Culture within the Ivan Allen College at Georgia Tech, and David Holstius are debuting their work “We Are Survival Machines” at Le Flash 2009 on October 2
Women’s Softball vs. North Georgia College
Georgia Tech continues its fall schedule against local opponents with two games against the North Georgia College Saints.
Women’s Softball vs. Kennesaw State University
Georgia Tech continues its fall schedule against local opponents with two games against the Kennesaw State University Owls.
World Habitat Day Panel Event
Housing after the Crash...Creating Better Options for our Future
Co-hosted by College of Architecture and Habitat for Humanity
Student Construction Association Speaker Series
As part of the 50th Anniversary of Building Construction at Tech, the Student Construction Association will host industry professionals in a monthly speaker series.
Georgia Tech CERT Class Getting Under way
The Office of Emergency Preparedness offers a Campus Emergency Response Team training course Oct. 6, 7 and 8.
ChBE Fall 2009 Seminar Series-October 7, 2009
ChBE Fall 2009 Seminar Series
ECE 8010 Graduate Research Seminar
This seminar covers ECE-related research projects, centers, and other activities at Georgia Tech.
Book Series: Michael Dobbins’ URBAN DESIGN AND PEOPLE
Engaging debate and discussion featuring the author and a panel of local practitioners.
IMPACT Speaker Series: Martin Melaver, Author, Living Above the Store
This week’s Impact Speaker is Martin Melaver, author of Living Above the Store. His talk is entitled “When the sustainability revolution comes: the stories we tell in the days to come.” A book signing and reception to follow his talk.
Integrating Approaches/Practices to Address Conflicts in Chaotic World
The Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) presents their 9th Annual Conference, “Integrating Approaches and Practices to Address Conflicts in a Chaotic World".
Design of a Collaboration Mechanism based on Capacity Exchange Prices
Design of a Collaboration Mechanism based on Capacity Exchange Prices in Multicommodity Flow Networks
Atomic Assistance: Causes and Consequences of Nuclear Cooperation
A CISTP Lunch & Lecture with presenter Matthew Fuhrmann (Assistant Professor, Political Science, University of South Carolina) speaking on “Atomic Assistance: The Causes and Consequences of Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation".
Kosal Lecture & Booksigning - Nanotechnology for Defense
Margaret Kosal, Assistant Professor, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs will give a lecture and have a book signing of her new book: “Nanotechnology for Chemical and Biological Defense” at the GT Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
James Bond at Georgia Tech
"James Bond at Georgia Tech” - GT professors and researchers from the fields of Literature, History, Chemistry and Engineering present papers showing how 007 is relevant in these fields of study. Free & open to the public.
You Are Here by Colin Ellard
Please join us for a engaging talk by author and research psychologist Colin Ellard based upon his recent book, You Are Here: Why we can find our way to the moon but get lost in the mall. It is a compelling journey into the science and psychology of how l
CULC Construction Town Hall Meeting
The Design and Construction department within Facilities will inform the Tech community on the progress and next steps in the construction of the Clough Undergraduate Learning Center.
Length Bias in the Measurements of Carbon Nanotubes
Length Bias in the Measurements of Carbon Nanotubes
Meet and Greet with Mayoral and City Council Candidates
The Xi Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta & the Nu Beta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha at Georgia Tech will be hosting a meet & greet with mayoral and city council candidates.
