Hello!
I'd like to invite you to the next edit-a-thon at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, which will be focused on The Civil War and American Art<http://www.americanart.si.edu/exhibitions/archive/2012/art_civil_war/>. The event will include: new editor training, a tour with the curator, Eleanor Harvey, of The Civil War and American Art exhibition, and a group edit-a-thon.
Event page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/Civil_War
When: Friday, February 15, 2013
Where: Smithsonian American Art Museum<http://www.americanart.si.edu/>, Located at 8th and G Streets, NW, in Washington D.C. We will meet in the G Street Lobby (enter at 8th and G Streets) at 9:15 a.m.
What to bring: photo ID, a laptop, coffee and snacks if you wish (lunch is provided)
Advanced RSVP Required! RSVP to Georgina Goodlander, goodlanderg(a)si.edu<mailto:goodlanderg@si.edu>, 202-633-8532, Due to the limited space, sign up is required. Space is limited to 20 non-staff participants.
Hope to see you there!
Sincerely,
Georgina
Georgina Goodlander
Web & Social Media Content Manager
Smithsonian American Art Museum
(202) 633-8532 | GoodlanderG(a)si.edu<mailto:GoodlanderG@si.edu>
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Hi.
I've started a few wiki pages about internal Wikimedia DC matters.
(1) The Wikimedia DC blog isn't regularly updated currently. We can do
better. Notes are here: <http://wikimediadc.org/wiki/Blog>.
(2) The Wikimedia DC wiki needs some protection features. Notes are here:
<http://wikimediadc.org/wiki/Hosting_and_backups>.
(3) The mailing lists seem pretty opaque currently. For example, I'm not
sure I'm supposed to be using this mailing list for internal Wikimedia DC
matters, but I don't know what list I should be using. Notes are here:
<http://wikimediadc.org/wiki/Mailing_lists>.
MZMcBride
This Saturday, April 20 from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Wikimedia D.C. and
the George
Washington University are holding the "All Things GW"
Editathon<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/All_Things_GW>and
behind-the-scenes tour at the George Washington University Archives.
The All Things GW Editathon is a rare chance to go behind the scenes in the
University Archives and use their unique resources to research and update
Wikipedia pages related to The George Washington University and the Foggy
Bottom neighborhood. This event includes: a tour of the University Archives
and a show and tell of some of its most interesting treasures, provided
snacks, and edit-a-thon.
Learn more here: <
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/All_Things_GW>. Please
RSVP today!
Dominic McDevitt-Parks
Cultural Partnerships Coordinator, Wikimedia District of Columbia
http://wikimediadc.org
dominic(a)wikimediadc.org
@Dominic_MP | @wikimediadc
Please share the following announcement! This information can also be found online at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:GLAM/SI/WIR
Call for Applicants: Wikipedian in Residence for the Smithsonian
Deadline: April 30, 2013
The Smithsonian Institution is seeking applicants for a Wikipedian in Residence for Summer 2013. This is a student intern position.
Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian is the world's largest museum and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research facilities (learn more<http://www.si.edu/About>).
The Wikipedian in Residence will help coordinate efforts across the Smithsonian, strengthening the ongoing Smithsonian Institution WikiProject (WP:GLAM/SI<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:GLAM/SI>), and acting as a liaison to the Wikimedia community.
Schedule: 32-40 hours per week, minimum 10 weeks
Stipend: $5000
Location: Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC.
Eligibility and Skills:
* You must be enrolled in a full- or half-time college or university academic program for Fall 2013. (If not, please explain in cover letter how your learning goals and interests match the learning objectives offered by this opportunity.)
* You must be an experienced contributor to Wikipedia and the Wikimedia Commons and currently be in good standing within the community
* Good communications skills and desire to strengthen them through oral and written presentation
* Experience working in teams and interest in honing your ability to collaborate effectively
This internship will provide an introduction to -
* the broad range of disciplines across science, history, art, and culture that the Smithsonian addresses through its collections and research
* the many different people, organizational units, and systems that support the Smithsonian digital enterprise and how they work together
Projects may include the following:
* Sharing knowledge - Instructing Smithsonian staff and answering questions about best practices and policies on Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons
* Events - Planning special outreach events such as a backstage pass & edit-a-thon, photo scavenger hunt, or editing challenge
* Organizing categories - Working with Smithsonian staff to analyze, optimize, and document Smithsonian-related categories<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Categories> as applied to articles and assets on Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons
* Commons contribution - Helping identify and transfer appropriate digital content from the Smithsonian collections to Wikimedia Commons
* Technical tools - Planning and creating tools and templates that will make it easier for Wikipedia editors to identify, use, and cite Smithsonian resources on Wikipedia
How to Apply
Your application must include:
1. Cover letter - Please explain why you would like to be the Wikipedian in Residence at the Smithsonian. Include your Wikipedia username and an overview of your experience as a Wikipedia editor. Be sure to discuss WikiProjects that you have been involved with and describe the technical and other skills you would bring.
2. Resume
3. College transcripts (unofficial) reflecting all post-high school education
Please submit all elements of the application as a single pdf by April 30, 2013, to: wiki(a)si.edu<mailto:wiki@si.edu>.
Questions? Please send to wiki(a)si.edu<mailto:wiki@si.edu>.
Sara Snyder
Webmaster, Archives of American Art
Smithsonian Institution
(202) 633-7987 | www.aaa.si.edu<http://www.aaa.si.edu/>
To clarify: the WikiSalon is Saturday, April 20.
On Apr 2, 2013, at 7:23 AM, Nicholas Michael Bashour wrote:
> In the email, the WikiSalon is scheduled for April 20, but on the Wikipedia page, it says April 22. Which is the correct date?
>
>
> 2013/4/2 James Hare <messedrocker(a)gmail.com>
> Hello, wiki fans!
>
> Here's what Wikimedia DC has coming up in April:
>
> 1) April 13 at 5:30 PM: Meetup on Saturday, at Vapiano (1800 M Street NW). Join us for food, drinks, and an opportunity to chat with fellow Wikimedians and free culture movement participants. All are welcome!
>
> To learn more and sign up: <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC_36>.
>
>
> 2) April 20 at 12:30 PM: "All Things GW" Edit-a-thon and behind-the-scenes tour at the George Washington University Archives. The All Things GW Editathon is a rare chance to go behind the scenes in the University Archives and use their unique resources to research and update Wikipedia pages related to The George Washington University and the Foggy Bottom neighborhood. This event includes: a behind-the-scenes tour of the University Archives and a show and tell of some of its most interesting treasures, snacks, and the edit-a-thon.
>
> To learn more and sign up: <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/All_Things_GW>.
>
>
> 3) April 20 at 7:00 PM: Our first Wiki Salon event! Wiki Salon is an informal gathering of Wikipedia enthusiasts to discuss Wikipedia and edit articles together. Bring your own dinner; light refreshments will be served.
>
> To learn more and sign up: <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/WikiSalon>.
>
>
> If you are interested in learning more about Wikimedia DC, see our website at <http://wikimediadc.org>.
>
> Consider becoming a member of Wikimedia DC. By becoming a member you will help Wikimedia DC promote Wikimedia projects in the Washington, DC area. Member dues are just $10. Make a difference and join Wikimedia DC today! <http://wikimediadc.org/wiki/Membership>.
>
>
> Regards,
> James Hare
> President, Wikimedia DC
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> wikimedia-dc(a)lists.wikimedia.org
> https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wikimedia-dc
>
Hello, wiki fans!
Here's what Wikimedia DC has coming up in April:
1) April 13 at 5:30 PM: Meetup on Saturday, at Vapiano (1800 M Street NW). Join us for food, drinks, and an opportunity to chat with fellow Wikimedians and free culture movement participants. All are welcome!
To learn more and sign up: <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC_36>.
2) April 20 at 12:30 PM: "All Things GW" Edit-a-thon and behind-the-scenes tour at the George Washington University Archives. The All Things GW Editathon is a rare chance to go behind the scenes in the University Archives and use their unique resources to research and update Wikipedia pages related to The George Washington University and the Foggy Bottom neighborhood. This event includes: a behind-the-scenes tour of the University Archives and a show and tell of some of its most interesting treasures, snacks, and the edit-a-thon.
To learn more and sign up: <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/All_Things_GW>.
3) April 20 at 7:00 PM: Our first Wiki Salon event! Wiki Salon is an informal gathering of Wikipedia enthusiasts to discuss Wikipedia and edit articles together. Bring your own dinner; light refreshments will be served.
To learn more and sign up: <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/DC/WikiSalon>.
If you are interested in learning more about Wikimedia DC, see our website at <http://wikimediadc.org>.
Consider becoming a member of Wikimedia DC. By becoming a member you will help Wikimedia DC promote Wikimedia projects in the Washington, DC area. Member dues are just $10. Make a difference and join Wikimedia DC today! <http://wikimediadc.org/wiki/Membership>.
Regards,
James Hare
President, Wikimedia DC