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eAVC - The Monthly e-Newsletter for MIT Volunteers

April 2006

In This Issue:

Dear Volunteers,

Campus Preview Weekend, a sure sign of spring in Cambridge, brought more than 850 prefrosh to MIT April 6-9 to experience the Institute firsthand. MIT rolled out the red carpet for these impressive students with more than 600 events and opportunities to visit classes.

Gaining admission to MIT, never a small feat, continues to be ever more challenging, and I thought you'd like to know some statistics about the admitted Class of 2010.

Applications, which totaled 11,373, were up seven percent over last year, and acceptances totaled 1,474. For those who haven't yet done the math, one out of every eight applicants is admitted. Last year, 67 percent of those admitted chose to enroll at MIT. This year, the Admissions Office anticipates a 68 percent yield rate to create a class of 1,005 students.

The admitted class is 48 percent female and seven percent international. Students demonstrated high levels of initiative, resilience, and leadership: 75 percent are founders, presidents, or captains of clubs and groups.

Many thanks to the volunteers whose dedication to the Institute helps bring the brightest minds to MIT.

Sincerely,
Scott P. Marks Jr. '68

Association Talking Points

New National Selection Committee Members Elected

Congratulations to the new members of the National Selection Committee (NSC): Reginald Van Lee '79, Robert E. Anslow '54, Evan D. Matteo '94, and Ellen S. L. Nedrebo PO '89. The four will take part in selecting the president of the Alumni Association as well as the vice presidents, district directors, young alumni directors, and alumni nominees to the Corporation.

The Nominees for Top Technology Innovators Are...

Know someone using technology to change the world? Help Technology Review pick this year's TR35, the list of the world's top 35 technology innovators under age 35. Nominate now! The deadline is April 17, 2006.

Gay in the Day Offers Historical Perspective of MIT Life, April 20

All alumni are invited to learn about the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transsexual experience at MIT through the decades at Gay in the Day, April 20. Panelists include the founders of the Student Homophile League (now GAMIT) and prominent gay and lesbian alumni from the 1969 Stonewall riots through equal marriage eras. The program, hosted by BGALA (bisexual, gay and lesbian alumni of MIT), takes place at 7 p.m. in 34-101. Receptions precede and follow the program.

MIT10 Reception Celebrates Recent Grads at Tech Reunions

Did you graduate within the last decade? If so, be sure to sign up for the MIT10 reception at Tech Reunions 2006. The event, held June 9 from 5:30-7 p.m., offers a chance for recent grads to network and socialize amid the many exhibits of the MIT Museum. Where else can you enjoy stimulating conversation and holograms? Learn more and register.

Learn How to Approach Angel Investors at EF's Global Broadcast, June 7

Gain tactical advice for appealing to angel investors and crafting realistic financing at the MIT Enterprise Forum's next global broadcast on June 7, from 7-8:30 p.m. EDT. Panelists include James Geshwiler GM '00, Common Angels; Bob Greene GM '88, Oncore Capital; David Friend, Carbonite; John May, Angel Capital Association; and Cynthia Fisher, BioMed 20/20 Technologies. MIT Clubs and EF chapters can participate as live satellite or Web cast viewing sites or schedule delayed DVD viewings. Contact mitef@mit.edu or 617-253-0015 to participate.

Campus News

MIT Technology Used to Shrink Tumor

Technology developed by MIT researchers allows doctors to shoot a laser through a spaghetti-thin, flexible fiber to attack tumors and other diseased tissue in highly targeted, minimally invasive surgery. The invention improves surgical lasers, previously risky to adjacent organs and requiring extensive surgery to get inside the body.

MIT and Shin Family Reach Agreement

MIT and the family of Elizabeth Shin have settled the lawsuit the family filed against two student life staff members regarding the April 2000 death of their daughter. The family also has agreed not to proceed with the lawsuit against four MIT psychiatrists.

Studies Link Cancer, Inflammatory Disease

The biological processes underlying diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and cancer are fundamentally linked and should be linked in how they are treated with drugs, a series of MIT studies indicates.

Club Update

Help Cater to Club Members' Interests with SmarTrans Reports

Evaluate constituent interests and participation using the Attendee History Report in SmarTrans, found at the top of the Events Reports page. This report pulls registrants of all events over a selected time period and provides useful information for year-end analysis. The data are downloadable in comma-delimited formats, as are all reports.

Membership Details Enhance Lists and Labels

The Lists and Labels section of the Club Leader's Toolkit now offers membership details—such as member type, term, and method of payment—in the member report. This report is a great way to get a comprehensive membership list for your club as SmarTrans reports include only alumni who registered online for membership.

Class Update

Volunteer for the MIT Tech Challenge Games, June 11

Participate in or help supervise the antics at the Tech Challenge Games, a Reunions favorite, on Sunday, June 11, from noon-2 p.m. at Steinbrenner Stadium. Teams, which represent the five youngest reunion classes (1976-2001), need participants of every age, kids to seniors. Volunteers are also needed to keep score, judge contests, and announce winners. Contact Bob Ferrara '67 at 617-253-7495 or Bonny Kellermann '72 at 617-253-9722 to sign up.

Nominate a Class Volunteer for Recognition

Has one of your class officers exhibited extraordinary individual performance? If so, recognize them through the Volunteer Honor Roll of Service. Nominations will be reviewed in June.

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