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The university is strongly discouraging unnecessary travel for students, faculty and staff for the duration of this public health crisis. If you must travel outside of Greater New Haven CT area in Spring 2021 for 24 hours or more, as a GSAS Student you are required to submit a Travel Form to GSAS HSL IN ADVANCE of any travel. The form and Safety team will advise on Post-travel guidance for Fully Vaccinated Students, whose quarantine is eliminated or shortened, and not fully vaccinated students (required quarantine or 2 negative tests (Day 1 and day 5) before returning to any on-campus activities or access.)

application online in Yale Connect, Founders Hall, 135 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Apply to be a McDougal Graduate Student Life Family Fellow for 2021-22 - due date 5/02!

Sunday, April 25
12:05am - 11:55pm

McDougal Graduate Student Life is looking for a Family Fellow for the 2021-22 academic year! GSL Family Fellows create student life programs catered to GSAS students with families, and meet and collaborate with other students and administrators. You'll also get to develop your leadership and teamwork skills, and get paid! GSAS full-time degree students, in residence in Greater New Haven and in years 2-6 during the next academic year are invited to apply in any of 8 GSL program areas. Fellows serve 5-8 hrs per week and receive an honorarium. Applications close Sunday, May 2nd at 11:59pm. Interviews will be conducted over Zoom.

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Family-Friendly Dinner Time Crafts with BackSlash Baker!

Tuesday, April 27
5:15pm - 6:15pm

Kid-focused event. Join us over supper time for stories and cupcake decorating with local baker and Yale grad student BackSlash baker! Zoom event with In-Person pickup.

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Mid-Day Mobility Break- Final Session this Semester

Wednesday, April 28
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Founders Hall, 135 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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We wanted to call this "you’ve been sitting at your desk all day, and this is what you should do so you don’t permanently damage your body" but it was a little long. Join yoga instructor and mobility expert Jeremy Bennett for a weekly class to keep us all moving. The exercises demonstrated may be a little different each week but you can join at any time. No special equipment needed. Accessible for all fitness levels.

(Center closed due to COVID-19 precautions in 2020-21) 135 Prospect Street, upper level (accessible) McDougal Graduate Student Center Yale University, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Cherry Blossom Watercolor Origami Painting

Wednesday, April 28
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Celebrate spring with a beautiful watercolor painting of cherry blossoms and origami birds. You can use them as wall decorations or greeting cards! (Mother's Day is coming up!) No watercolor/origami experience is required.

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DIY Eco-Friendly Soaps!

Thursday, April 29
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Does making your own zero-waste and non-toxic soap bars sound like a good idea for celebrating earth month? We invite Sarah Jane from Yale Office of Sustainability to teach us how to make soap bars! We will also learn about sustainable lifestyles happening in Yale College. Supplies for soap making will be provided and you just need to pick up and come to this wonderful event!

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Edgerton Park Outdoor Cleanup

Saturday, May 1
10:00am - 1:00pm

Edgerton Park is a beautiful and historic park on the Hamden-New Haven border. Join us for a morning outdoor cleanup in the park! Duties may include raking, putting down mulch, painting benches, and more!

Outdoor Courtyard of McDougal Graduate Student Center for pickup and quick drop in only with masks (inside Stairwell if rain), Behind McDougal Center at Founders Hall, 135 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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May the Fourth Be With You - Star Wars DayTreats, Trivia and Toys to pickup

Tuesday, May 4
3:30pm - 6:00pm

Bring your inner Jedi, Sith, space pirate, rebel or child and stop by the McDougal Center Courtyard to pickup a free Star Wars cupcake, treats & toys to take home, have a quick light saber battle, and spend a few minutes to relax and geek out on Star Wars. Hosted by Lisa Brandes, your McDougal GSL Director and Star Wars Fan since A Long Time ago in a Galaxy Far Far Away. Answer a trivia question to win a small prize! Check out the East Rock Brewery Star Wars Trivia Night on Wed May 5th, too -May the Force Be with you! (Masks and safety rules observed)

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Take a Break: Find & Share Game

Tuesday, May 4
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Zoom, Founders Hall, 135 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Take a break from finals and play a scavenger hunt in your own home! Winner will receive a state-of-the-art back massager shipped directly to their home!

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Zentangle

Wednesday, May 5
6:30pm - 8:00pm

The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Laura Marks, a certified Zentangle instructor, will guide this introductory workshop. Everyone is welcome – beginners as well as those who had previously attended our fall Zentangle workshop will all learn something new!

This will be a virtual class via Zoom!, Founders Hall, 135 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Family Focused Yoga with Lani of Full of Joy Yoga!

Thursday, May 6
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Lani of Full of Joy Yoga for a class that is fun for the whole family! FOJY family yoga classes combine fitness, fun, connection, and relaxation all rolled up into one. All ages are welcome! This class is full of creative yoga poses, partner poses, and relaxation! This event is especially tailored for our youngest yogis and their families!

McDougal Graduate Student Center, Founders Hall, 135 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Outdoor Yoga for Grads

Thursday, May 6
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Doing yoga over zoom is nice, but nothing beats an outdoor in person yoga class!! Yes, we are finally bringing to you in person yoga with Amy Valente in the courtyard of the McDougal centre. Of course with all safety measures in place i.e. masks and social distancing. Sign up and tell you friends.

McDougal Graduate Student Center, Founders Hall, 135 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Cornhole in the McDougal Yard! (Sign up for slots)

Saturday, May 8 at 12:00pm
to Sunday, May 9 at 4:00pm

Play corn hole with friends! Register for a time slot below. One slot can accommodate up to 6 people playing. (Only one person from your group needs to sign up.) Snacks and soft drinks will be given as takeaway (not to be consumed at the site).

McDougal Graduate Student Center, Meet at Corner of State and Chapel , New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Weekend Wooster Walk (In Person Event!!!)

Sunday, May 9
4:00pm - 6:00pm

We all have survived a year of the pandemic. As things are beginning to look better, McDougal invites you to join a socially distanced weekend walk with International fellows Jing and Saiti. Learn about the history of Wooster square, get free snacks, and enjoy the warm and beautiful weather!

This event is open to Yale students only.