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Events at Goddard

 

 

 

 

 

Space and Cosmic Ray Physics Seminar

Who: Dr. E. Mobius, UNH, New Hampshire will speak on "Relativistic Electrons in the Earth's Magnetosphere."

When/Where: Mon, Nov 25 at 4:30 University of Maryland, Computer & Space Sciences Building, Rm 2400

For info, go to: http://space.umd.edu/seminars/Fall_2002_Seminar.html or call Mihir Desai at (301) 405-6211. This event is sponsored by Department of Physics, University of Maryland and the Institute for Physical Science and Technology, University of Maryland.

Education Colloquium

The Education Council is sponsoring an Education Colloquium on Nov 26, at 10:00 a.m. in building 3 Goett auditorium. The Education Colloquium is for GSFC employees, civil servants and contractors to learn about the school systems in their community and where they work. GSFC employees have children enrolled in these schools, volunteer in these schools, serve as Parent Association leaders and want to learn more about the school systems. Register on line at: http://education.gsfc.nasa.gov/EC2002/ Special accommodations call 6-8313.

 

GSFC Webmasters Seminar: How to Write for the Web!

Who: Merry Bruns, principal of ScienceSites Communications, will talk about science communications for the web -- producing content that targets the research community and the general public as well as the media. You don't have to be a webmaster to get something out of this presentation! Scientists, engineers, and
non-techies welcome.

When/Where: Tuesday, November 26, from 2-3 p.m. in the Bldg 3 Goett Auditorium.


Director's Colloquium

Who: Mary LoVerde, author, will speak on "I Used to Have a Handle on Life, But it Broke: Power Solutions for People with Too Much to Do." LoVerde will discuss ways of finding more energy and contentment.

When/Where: Tuesday, December 3, from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Building 3 Goett Auditorium

For more info, go to: http://workforce.gsfc.nasa.gov/b2k.html

 

Technology Expo

What: The Information Services and Advanced Technology Division, Code 290, is pleased to invite all GSFC personnel to attend the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Technology Exposition. Over 25 exhibitors will be on hand to demonstrate the latest in information technology. Complimentary refreshments and free giveaways will be available.

When/Where: Tuesday, December 3, 2002, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the Building 8 auditorium

For more info: Address Charlene Malloy at 6 -5869 or Dr. Jean-Marie Jean-Pierre at 6-4860

 

Blood Drive

The Red Cross will be here on Wednesday December 4, 2002, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., in Building 26, Room 205 to accept blood donations. To schedule an appointment, please call Lisa Cutler 6-7409 or Mary Ann Reboso 6-6296 by the close of business on December 3.



Information Science and Technology Colloquium

Who: Dr. James Hendler, professor at the University of Maryland and author will discuss, "The Semantic Web: Is It Rocket Science?" Dr. Hendler will describe the new generation of web, discuss some of the technologies that will help to power it and consider some of the ways in which it may be used to create new powerful web applications beyond the capabilities of the current web.

When/Where: Thurs, Dec 5 at 3:30 p.m. in the Goett Auditorium bldg 3.

For more info: http://isandtcolloq.gsfc.nasa.gov/fall2002/speakers/hendler.html

 

Children's Holiday Party

What: GEWA's annual holiday party is open to children and grandchildren ages 0-8 of Goddard employees and retirees. Includes a personalized gift from Santa, color photo, magic show, clowns, face painting, and more for only $7 per child ($1 per adult). Hurry -- Registration forms and tickets are at the GEWA Store. Tickets must be purchased by COB December 11th.

When/Where: Saturday, December 14, from 12 noon til 5 p.m. in the Bldg. 8 auditorium.

Wanted: Elves

Pointy ears, cute button noses, and slippers with bells not required. GEWA Special Events needs volunteers to support the annual Children's Holiday Party. Elves are needed on December 12 to wrap toys, and on December 14 to support the Party. Please contact Catherine Simkins 6-3304 if interested.


Upcoming Training

Course Catalog: http://ohr/DevGuide/Catalog.htm

November 2002

Linkage Leadership Series: Marcus Buckingham on Great Management
Nov. 20. 11:00-12:30. Contact: Diane Severn 6-4121 or Jim Regan 6-8851

Individual Development Planning (IDP) Workshop
Nov. 21. 9:00 - 11:30 For Supervisors. Bldg. 1 Rm. E100D
Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757

December 2002

Satellite-Based Training:
Web Services: A Technical Overview Dec. 4. 11:00-2:05
A Comprehensive Introduction to Java2 Platform, Micro Addition Dec. 5. 12:30-5:00
Web Services: A Technical Overview Dec. 6. 11:00-1:00
Contact: Sherry Tharpe 6-6533 or Pam Barrett 6-7285

Interview With Confidence (Civil Servants Only)
Dec. 6. 9:00-1:00 Contact: Tracey White 6-7823

Linkage Leadership Series: John Kotter on Leading Change
Dec. 10. 11:00-12:30. Contact: Diane Severn 6-4121 or Jim Regan 6-8851

Individual Development Planning (IDP) Workshop For Supervisors
Dec. 10. 1:00-3:30, Bldg. 1 Rm. E100E
Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757

Individual Development Planning (IDP) Workshop For Employees.
Dec. 12. 1:00-3:30 Bldg. 1 Rm. E100E
Contact: Tracey White 6-7823 or Nichole Richmond 6-5757