Monday's Funpage

1. Digital Media Center Short Course Schedule
2. PAIR Study Break
3. Join OPEN
4. CATALYST meeting!!
5. Rice Consulting Club's first meeting of the year
6. One-on-One Tutoring Needs You
7. SA Committee Kickoff Meetings THIS WEEK
8. Busted: Know Your Rights! Sept 9
9. SWE meeting
10. Race for the Cure 2008
11. OBAMA OR McCAIN?
12. Accenture Engineering Presentation, Sept. 10th
14. FIRST TOASTMASTERS MEETING OF THE YEAR
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1. Digital Media Center Short Course Schedule
Get wired! Learn how to use the web more effectively for research, create your own videos and DVDs, use your digital camera more effectively, or become a podcaster. Fondren Library’s Digital Media Center is offering hands-on workshops on managing bibliographies with Zotero, video editing with FinalCut Pro, DVD creation with DVD Studio Pro, coping with information overload, using digital tools to support research, and podcasting. Sign up for one or more of these free short courses by visiting http://library.rice.edu/services/digital_media_center/services/training-workshops/dmc-course-registration-form or emailing dmc-info@rice.edu. Unless otherwise noted, the courses will be held in the Digital Media Center, located in 129 Herring Hall. If you can’t make a workshop, many of our handouts are online at http://library.rice.edu/services/digital_media_center/online_guides, or you are welcome to make an appointment for individual assistance.

For more information about the courses, read on, or visit http://library.rice.edu/services/digital_media_center/services/training-workshops/short-courses


99 Digital Research Tools
Wednesday, Sept. 24
3:00-4:30

There’s more to doing research on the web than typing a few keywords into Google. As the Web has evolved, it has become a more powerful platform for finding and organizing information, sharing knowledge, and presenting ideas in an interactive, dynamic way. By using free Web 2.0 tools and resources such as those cataloged at Digital Research Tools (http://digitalresearchtools.pbwiki.com/), researchers can conduct, manage and disseminate research more effectively. This workshop will provide an overview to some of the most compelling Web 2.0 applications particularly relevant for researchers, such as:

* Keeping up-to-date with research using RSS feeds
* Managing and sharing citations
* Authoring collaborative documents
* Creating simple data visualizations and mash-ups
* Disseminating research


100 Research, not re-search: Using Zotero, the Next Generation Research Too
Friday, Sept. 12
2-4:00 p.m.
Fondren B39 Classroom (in the basement, to the right of the stairs at the front of the building)

Managing citations can be a real pain—you have to type out or copy and paste bibliographic information, keep up with the source of each quotation, and format your bibliography properly. Enter Zotero, which bills itself as “a free, easy-to-use Firefox extension to help you collect, manage, and cite your research sources. It lives right where you do your work — in the web browser itself.” With Zotero, a tool designed by scholars for scholars, you can automatically download citation information, store PDFs of articles, search your research collections, and automatically create bibliographies and footnotes as you write. Zotero's simplicity and power have earned it praise from Inside Higher Education and PC Magazine, as well as countless enthusiastic researchers. This hands-on workshop, which will be taught by Digital Media Center director and Zotero-lover Lisa Spiro, will introduce some of the key functions of Zotero. By investing a couple of hours to learn Zotero, you can save yourself from spending countless hours typing citations and formatting bibliographies.

This workshop is limited to the first 7 registrants.

111 Coping with Information Overload
Tuesday, October 7
2:30-4:00 p.m.

Recently business research firm Basex named information overload the “problem of the year” and estimated that it costs $650 billion annually. According to a 2005 UK study, information overload can lower IQ by as much as 10 points. Dazed by the deluge of information? Lisa Spiro, director of the Digital Media Center, will provide practical tips for dealing with information overload. She will discuss methods such as the “Getting Things Done” approach as well as computer-based tools for finding information, managing projects and to-do lists, organizing research, and more.

102 Video Editing with FinalCut Pro - Intro
Tue, Sep. 23, 1:00 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Mon, Oct. 20, 6:30pm-9:30pm

Learn how to edit your own video. In this workshop on FinalCutPro, a powerful video editing tool available on the Apple platform, we will cover the basics of digitizing footage, managing bins, putting together a timeline, effects and transitions and exporting your project to tape, web or DVD. This class is oriented to beginning users of this software.

202 Video Editing with FinalCut Pro - Intermediate
Thu, Sep. 25, 1:00 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Mon, Oct. 20, 6:30pm-9:30pm

This course will provide hands-on training in some of FinalCut Pro’s more advanced features. Topics to be covered include:

• keyboard commands
• freeze-frame creation
• basic compositing
• creating motion effects and using keyframes
• speed settings

103 DVD Authoring with DVD Studio Pro - Intro

Mon, Oct. 6, 1 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.

Apple's DVD Studio Pro enables you to make slick DVDs with flashy graphics, animations, and more. This two-hour workshop will provide hands-on training in making a DVD with DVD Studio Pro. Topics to be covered include how to:

• Import Assets, including audio, video, and graphics files
• Create menus
• Add buttons to the menus
• Create tracks and slideshows
• Link the projects elements
• Simulate the project
• Build and burn the project

104 Intro to Podcasting
Thu, Sep. 18, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon

Through podcasting, you can make it easy for audiences to download and listen to lectures, performances, or your own musings; all you need is simple (and free) audio editing software, a decent microphone, and access to a web server. In this course on podcasting, you will learn what a podcast is, how to record, edit and enhance the underlying audio, and how to make your podcast available online.

105 Choosing and using digital cameras
Thu, Oct. 30 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Digital Media Center (Herring 129)

Are you an amateur photographer who would like to take your skills to the next level? Mystified by all the special features that your digital camera offers? This free short course teaches photography basics, camera adjustments, and techniques on choosing different types of cameras. It will cover photographic terms such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and exposure. It will also discuss camera scene mode selections, exposure compensation, priority shooting modes, etc., as well as look at the differences between DSLR and Point & Shoot cameras.

107 Recording high quality audio using portable devices

Thu, Nov. 6 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Digital Media Center (Herring 129)

If you need to record sound—such as interviews, musical performances, lectures, podcasts, or fieldwork—the Digital Media Center has some easy-to-use, high quality Edirol audio recorders available for anyone at Rice to check out. Come and learn how you can make full use of these fantastic audio recording devices. The course will also cover the basics of audio editing such as noise reduction, track splitting, and music CD burning.


109 Introduction to Flash
Thu, Oct. 9, 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Flash enables you to create unique animations and interactive “movies” on the web. In this workshop, we will cover how to make a simple animation and how to make an interactive “movie” similar to what you see on the Rice home page.

110 Web-based Video Editing
Thu, Oct. 16, 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.

Today’s web is populated with free sites that allow users to do video editing online within their browsers. Even non-experts can do both basic and advanced video editing. Come and learn tips and tricks on using these free video editing sites such as eyespot and jumpcut.
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2. PAIR Study Break
Are you interested in joinng an organization where you can meet people of all cultures?
Are you concerned about international HUMAN RIGHTS and INEQUALITY issues and do you search for ways to ACT?
Do you have the creativity and passion that can CHANGE LIVES?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, come to the
PAIR STUDY BREAK
8 PM. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
SAMMY'S IN THE RMC

There will be exciting ethnic food including FRESH BAKLAVA!!

PAIR is an innovative organization committed to helping international refugees in Houston improve their lives
*College counseling (Lee and Sharpstown HS)
*After school mentoring (apts)
*Saturday Sessions (Rice and apts)
*Employment Workshops (Apts)
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3. Join OPEN
Join OPEN: Rice?s literary sex magazine!

OPEN is a yearly magazine published in the spring that aims to promote a healthy attitude towards sex by presenting diverse perspectives through articles, photographs, art, stories, and statistics.

Our first meeting of the year will be on Wednesday September 10th at 9PM in the Wiess Upper Commons. We will share ideas for projects in the upcoming year and talk about the different committees you can join. We are looking for committee leaders, so please come and talk to us!
To learn more about OPEN, check out our website at: http://openmagazine.rice.edu
More questions? Email Rachel(solnick@rice.edu) or Yesle (yesle@rice.edu).
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4. CATALYST meeting!!
CATALYST meeting!!
We are having an informational meeting this Wednesday, 8 pm in Huma 119!
This will be the last chance to ask questions before staff applications are due on September 12.
Come hungry, because food will be provided!
Contact us at : catalystRUSER@gmail.com
http://catalyst.rice.edu
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5. Rice Consulting Club's first meeting of the year
Rice Consulting Club's first meeting of the year:

Are you interested in business problem solving? RCC's first meeting is this Tuesday, September 9th at 9pm. We will be meeting in the Wiess commons and then moving to the small classroom. If you are interested in learning more about what consulting is, what consultants do, or how to become one, come check it out.
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6. One-on-One Tutoring Needs You
"Do you like little kids? Do you want to be looked up to? Do you want to influence a life? If you said yes to any of these questions, and your name isn’t Michael Jackson, then One-on-One Tutoring may be a perfect afternoon activity for you!

One-on-One Tutoring is looking for fun-loving, dedicated mentors! The Monday program, from 4-7 PM, works with middle schoolers, while the Wednesday program, from 3-6 PM, works with elementary schoolers. We work on character building with the kids and tutor them in math or reading to get them ready for their TAKS exams. There's also quality time for you to spend with your kid as you play games, run around on the playground, or amaze them with your three-point shooting ability.

If you’re interested and want more information, please come to an information session held in the conference room on the second floor of the RMC this Tuesday at 9 pm!

Contact rchun@rice.edu to RSVP!
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7. SA Committee Kickoff Meetings THIS WEEK
All four Student Association standing committees are holding their
first meetings this week. ALL students are welcome and encouraged to
attend. New students and seniors alike - come out to the meetings that
interest you and help make a difference at Rice!

ENVIRONMENTAL
Wednesday, September 10th @ 8 PM
RMC Blair Lounge (in the basement)
(please note location change)

SPORTS & HEALTH
Thursday, September 11th @ 12:10 PM
Martel PDR

STUDENT LIFE
Tuesday, September 9th @ 12:10 PM
Hanszen Upper Commons


For the Sports & Health and Student Life meetings, feel free to grab a
lunch from the servery and bring it to the meeting room.

If you cannot make the first meeting but are interested in a committee
(or several), please contact the relevant committee chairs. Their
contact information is listed on the SA website:
http://sa.rice.edu/whos-who

See you there!
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8. Busted: Know Your Rights! Sept 9
Rice ACLU Invites you to Know Your Rights!
Tuesday, September 9
8-9pm in Herring Hall 125

Whatever year of college you are just beginning, it's extremely important that you know your rights in all situations, because you probably have more than you realize. This event is a quick way to get that done and get real answers from the people who know.

Featuring a presentation by Sunshine Swallers, a Houston civil defense attorney followed by a short must-see film. Also, popcorn! Because an event isn't an event without free food. For more info and to RSVP visit the facebook event at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=25129173957

Questions? contact psr1@ or ben.carson@
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9. SWE meeting
First SWE meeting!
Come to Duncan Hall Thursday, September 11 from 5:30 to 7:00 to find out what the Society of Women Engineers does! We will also be talking about career fairs. And there will be delicious food.
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10. Race for the Cure 2008
The Rice Women's Resource Center (RWRC) is happy to facilitate student registration for the 2008 Race for the Cure on Saturday, October 4th. Student registration fees will be subsidized by $5 by the RWRC. The RWRC will also organize a group of those who would like to travel to the race together (via the light rail) on race morning. You are not required to travel with the group or run/walk with the team.

The 18th Annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure benefits the Komen Breast Cancer Foundation in its efforts to advance research, education, screening and treatment to eradicate breast cancer. The race will be held in the downtown area on Saturday, October 4th rain or shine. There is a 5K (3.1 mile) Run (competitive and non competitive), a 5-K walk, and a Kids K (a family walk of <1/2 mile).

The race schedule is as follows:
7:45 a.m. Opening Ceremonies & Memorial Birds
8:00 a.m. Family Walk and Kids K
8:15 a.m. 5K Timed Competitive Run
8:25 a.m. 5K Non-Competitive Run
8:35 a.m. 5K Walk
9:15 a.m. Runners' Awards Ceremony
10:00 a.m. Survivor Celebration

To receive the subsidy please follow these steps:

1. Either stop by the Office of Student Activities and pick up a registration form or email Heather Masden (hmasden@rice.edu) to request one

2. Complete the registration form and return it along with a check made payable to Rice University to the Office of Student Activities, RMC Cloisters.

* Your check can be made out $5 less then the fee listed on the form. Therefore if you want to register for the competitive race your check can be made out for $30 instead of the $35 listed on the form. (Please note that the RWRC will not subsidize any fees for Sleep in for the Cure.)


3. Forms should be turned in as soon as possible but will be accepted until Wednesday, September 24th at 5pm.

Your race materials will be mailed directly to you at the address you list on your registration form.

For more information about the race, please see the FAQ section of the komen-houston.org website at: http://www.komen-houston.org/site/PageServer?pagename=FAQ

If you have any questions, free free to contact Heather Masden (hmasden@) or x-4097
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11. OBAMA OR McCAIN?
OBAMA OR McCAIN? Calling all Rice students! Join this bipartisan group dedicated to objectively informing students about the policies of both Obama and McCain. Now is your chance to show your enthusiasm for the upcoming election and help others learn more before the November vote. I'm looking for people interested in alternative energy, education, gay rights, abortion/choice, health care, the economy and foreign policy. In late October this group will be putting on a school-wide debate so anyone who enjoys public speaking is welcome to join as well! No party affiliation needed. Please contact Ariel Rogers at aer3@rice.edu by Monday, September 8th if interested.
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12. Accenture Engineering Presentation, Sept. 10th
What else can you do with your engineering degree?
Wed., Sept. 10th, 2008
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Duncan Hall 1070
Mission Burrito will be provided.
Come meet Accenture - Rice Engineering Alumni and learn more about Accenture!
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14. FIRST TOASTMASTERS MEETING OF THE YEAR
Whether you're a rookie wanting to getting your feet wet with public
speaking or a pro looking to compete nationally, Rice Toasters is here to
get you rolling. Rice Toasters offers a path to improved communication
through prepared and impromptu speeches, humorous presentations, theme-based
competitions, and an extremely supportive atmosphere.

Don't let nerves get the best of you. Participate in Rice Toasters and ace
your presentations this year.

Come to our info session and abbreviated meeting on Wednesday, September
10th at 7:30 pm in the Meyer Conference Room on the first
floor of the RMC.

For more information visit leadership.rice.edu or email Ben Carson:
ben.carson@rice.edu

Sponsored by Leadership Rice.
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In Mike and Casey We Trust