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September 28 – October 4, 2026

This Week’s Events: 

  1. FREE WORKSHOP: GETTING STARTED WITH ENDNOTE – September 28
  2. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: NETWORKING SKILLS –  September 28
  3. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS –  September 29
  4. POP INTO PREVENTION – September 29
  5. TUESDAY CHI ALPHA LIFE GROUP – September 29
  6. HOW GRADUATE STUDENTS CAN GET A JOB WITHOUT APPLYING TO 300 POSITIONS – September 30
  7. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th, 6:30-8PM – Wednesday
  8. WEDNESDAY WOMENS LIFE GROUP – September 30
  9. WEDNESDAY MENS LIFE GROUP – September 30
  10. SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS AND BEYOND: AN INTRODUCTION TO EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS

    Thursday

    1. OPEN QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS WITH QUALCODER – Thursday
    2. XA GRAD CAFÉ – Thursday
    3. SPRING STUDY ABROAD INFORMATIONAL MEETING – GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION: NORTHERN ENGLAND – Thursday
    1. GLC CAFÉ – Thursday
    2. LAUNCH PAD MINI SYMPOSIUM – Thursday
    3. QGPA GAME NIGHT – Thursday

    Administrative Announcements:   

    1. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT: NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS  – 1st posting (1/1)
    2. GRADUATE SCHOOL OFFICES WILL CLOSE AT 2:00 PM ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 – 1st posting (1/1)
    3. FALL DOCTORAL REGALIA ORDER INFORMATION AND PROMO CODE – 2nd posting
    4. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN DONATIONS NEEDED – 2nd posting
    5. GLC ART AND PHOTO DISPLAY – CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS – 2nd  posting
    6. GRADUATE SCHOOL SEEKING GRADUATE STUDENT TOUR GUIDES – 2nd posting
    7. ABSTRACTS INVITED FOR 2027 WILLIAM & MARY GRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM – 2nd posting
    8. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN A FREE TICKET TO “GRAVITY & OTHER MYTHS” – 2nd posting
    9. 2027 ARPA-E ENERGY INNOVATION SUMMIT STUDENT PROGRAM – 3rd posting

      Jobs

      1. GA POSITION IN SCIENCE OUTREACH – 1st posting
      2. HOURLY WAGE POSITION FOR GLC BUILDING MANAGER – 3rd posting

      Funding Opportunities:

      1. U.S. NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINES: October 16-23 depending on discipline

      Volunteers and research participants sought: 

      1. VOLUNTEER AT THE FUN GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL FAIR – FREE FOOD – 1st posting
      2. VOLUNTEERING AND WORK EXPERIENCES STUDY – 1st posting
      3. STUDENT LIFE COUNCIL – 1st posting
      4. COLLABORATIVE DRONE MONITORING – 1st posting (1/1)
      5. GRADUATE STUDENT HEALTH & WELL-BEING SURVEY | CHANCE TO WIN VT SWAG – 1st posting
      6. 2-SESSION ATTENTION AND DECISION MAKING STUDY ($50) – 1st posting
      7. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO TASTE MAC & CHEESE AND PENNE PASTA! – 2nd posting (2/2)
      8. BRAINY STUDY—BEHAVIORAL AND NEURAL RESEARCH ON ATTENTION AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA IN YOUNG CHILDREN – 2nd  posting
      9. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ROBOT EMOTION EXPRESSION STUDY – 2nd posting

      Upcoming Events:    

      1. LOOKING TO EXPLORE DEGREE OPTIONS? –  October 5
      2. WRITING RETREAT SERIES: OCTOBER 7th
      3. EXPLORING DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY: SHORT COURSES WITH CHANDLER – October 7,
      4. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026 – October 7
      5. AI-ENHANCED COLLABORATIVE QUALITATIVE RESEARCH WITH ATLAS.TI – October 8
      6. CHI ALPHA FALL RETREAT – October 10
      7. WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY CELEBRATION- October 12
      8. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: BUILDING YOUR MENTORSHIP CONSTELLATION – October 12
      9. WHERE’S THE LINE WHEN BOUNDARIES, POWER, AND RESPECT CROSS – October 13
            1. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: WRITING A PROTOCOL – October 15
            2. HOKIE -RUN MUSIC FESTIVAL- October 17 
            3. POWER SEARCHING: TRICKS & TOOLS FOR ADVANCED LITERATURE SEARCHING

            November 4

            1. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: DATA EXTRACTION – November 11
            2. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: RISK OF BIAS ASSESSMENT IN SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS

            November 18

             0. Ongoing Services – Updated August 17, 2026

            • GRADUATE SCHOOL: Graduate School hours: In-person advising, drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials, and a space to study and take a break! Visit 120 GLC for walk-in hours, 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday, Phone 540 231-8636 or email grads@vt.edu. If you prefer Zoom advising: request one-on-one assistantship or academic advising by using our online request form to set-up a Zoom session.   
            • CAREER ADVISING: schedule a career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html.
            • COOK COUNSELING: Students can call 540-231-6557 to schedule an appointment with the embedded counselor with their program, or other Cook counselors.  
            • FOOD SHARE CABINET: Located in GLC Wellness Room (Room G). Accessible to graduate students 24/7 byswiping in with your Hokie Passport
            • WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/   
            • GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573   

            This Week’s Events  

            1. FREE WORKSHOP: GETTING STARTED WITH ENDNOTE
            Monday, September 28, 2:30-3:45pm
            EndNote is one of the most powerful citation managers available today. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of EndNote, including adding references to your library, organizing your library, and using EndNote to cite references within a document. To get the most out of the session, you should have the most recent version of EndNote (2025) already downloaded from VT Software Distribution. Register here: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17221302

            2. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: NETWORKING SKILLS
            Monday, September 28, 3- 4:30pm, recurring monthly, location will be sent with registration confirmation
            Take this opportunity to hone valuable communication skills with peers and grow your community at Virginia Tech. This month’s focus is on developing your networking skills. Whether you’re preparing for conferences, interviews, or future career opportunities, or simply wanting to meet new people, this event offers a fun and low-pressure environment to connect and engage while developing valuable networking skills.  There will be limited seating for this event, so register to reserve your spot now. This event is strictly alcohol-free and will have delicious, well-crafted mocktails available for registered attendees to enjoy!  With limited seating, you will be sent an invitation after registration confirming your registration. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjeq4qEKlDQiJMsd9rTXxrMuZUNk1FQ0IxR0FMMUFYRFIxNDZMM1IxQlNLSC4u

            3. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS
            Tuesday, September 29, 1pm, Zoom (link provided upon registration)
            Ever feel like everyone else has it all figured out and you don’t? You are not alone. Many graduate and professional students experience imposter fears, join the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE) and the Cook Counseling Center to learn how to recognize them, respond with confidence, and support your continued growth. The Zoom link to attend will be provided after registering. https://forms.gle/D8P7SArRSpKcVsnx7.

            4. POP INTO PREVENTION
            Tuesday, September 29, 2-4pm, GLC 113 (check in GLC 120)
            Join us for office hours hosted by the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE). Meet Dr. Jennifer Leili, who supports graduate students in building healthy and respectful communities. There will be free snacks and activities. Topics include: maximizing mentoring relationships, bystander intervention, understanding gender-based violence, and building healthy boundaries. Office hours will be held in GLC 113,, please check in at reception desk in GLC 120. This event repeats on October 29, & December 3.

            5. TUESDAY CHI ALPHA LIFE GROUP
            Tuesday, September 29, 7-9pm, meets weekly, location will be shared via registration or email
            We weren’t meant to do life alone! 💛 Come join a community of grad student girls who love God and love one another. We talk about faith, purpose, the meaning of life, where to find joy, and more—and we believe the Bible speaks into all of these questions. All faith backgrounds and beliefs—or lack of belief—are welcome! Whether you have a strong faith, lots of questions, or are simply curious and want to learn more, this is a place to explore, connect, and grow in community. Fill out the registration form  (scroll to bottom of the page) to receive the address! https://vtxa.com/lifegroups
            Or contact Leah Jones at leahjj@vt.edu.

            6. HOW GRADUATE STUDENTS CAN GET A JOB WITHOUT APPLYING TO 300 POSITIONS
            Wednesday, September 30, 12:30pm- 1:00 & Thursday, October 1, 5:30pm, Zoom
            Want to run a more strategic and successful job search? This focused 30-minute workshop covers the essentials: conducting industry research, gap analysis, and connection with alumni. You’ll also learn about key resources like Handshake, CareerShift, and Interstride to support your search. Discover how shifts in strategy can make a big difference in your results! There is a repeat of this session on Thursday, October 1 at 5:30.

            https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1980445/share_preview (Wednesday)

            https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1980446/share_preview  (Thursday)

            7. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th, 6:30-8pm
            Wednesday, September 30, 6:30-8pm, 206 Washington Street
            Kids’ Night Out Returns! Free childcare on Wednesday evenings at the VT Women’s Center. Drop your child off for an evening of playtime and fun with our volunteer sitters, Kids enjoy toys, games, snacks, and maybe a movie! Sign up in advance at the link below, spaces are limited, and children must be toilet trained. See sign up form for more info. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AAAAC28A31-66222618-kids

            8. WEDNESDAY WOMENS LIFE GROUP
            Wednesday, September 30, 7-9pm, meets weekly, location will be shared via registration or email
            We weren’t meant to do life alone! 💛 Come join a community of grad student girls who love God and love one another. We talk about faith, purpose, the meaning of life, where to find joy, and more—and we believe the Bible speaks into all of these questions. All faith backgrounds and beliefs—or lack of belief—are welcome! Whether you have a strong faith, lots of questions, or are simply curious and want to learn more, this is a place to explore, connect, and grow in community. Fill out the registration form  (scroll to bottom of the page) below to receive the address! https://vtxa.com/lifegroups
            Or contact Leah Jones at leahjj@vt.edu.

            9. WEDNESDAY MENS LIFE GROUP
            Wednesday, September 30, 7-9pm, meets weekly, location will be shared via registration or email
            We weren’t meant to do life alone! 💛 Come join a community of grad student girls who love God and love one another. We talk about faith, purpose, the meaning of life, where to find joy, and more—and we believe the Bible speaks into all of these questions. All faith backgrounds and beliefs—or lack of belief—are welcome! Whether you have a strong faith, lots of questions, or are simply curious and want to learn more, this is a place to explore, connect, and grow in community. Fill out the registration form  (scroll to bottom of the page) below to receive the address! https://vtxa.com/lifegroups

            Or contact Leah Jones at leahjj@vt.edu.

            10. SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS AND BEYOND: AN INTRODUCTION TO EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS
            Thursday, October 1, 12-1pm, Zoom
            Are you interested in conducting a systematic review, scoping review, or meta-analysis but don’t know where to begin? The library can help! In this workshop, you will learn how to turn your research question into a rigorous, and publishable, evidence synthesis. We will show you how to get your evidence synthesis project started with the most current guidance and time-saving tools. Systematic reviews and other evidence syntheses can be complicated, but we’ll help you map out the project and develop a plan for each step so that the process is as efficient as possible while maintaining the rigorous standards required of this methodology. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17630623  https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/88006104728

            11. OPEN QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS WITH QUALCODER
            Thursday, October 1, 12-1pm, Zoom
            Learn to use QualCoder, a free and open-source qualitative coding and data analysis tool. This workshop will provide introductory training in the principles of deductive and inductive qualitative coding through practice with QualCoder. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17570958

            12. XA GRAD CAFÉ
            Thursday, October 1, 12:45-2:00pm, meets bi-weekly, GLC room
            Come get FREE COFFEE, MATCHA, CHAI, and more!!! ☕️. Grab a drink to go, or stick around and chat for a bit! It’s a great place to meet and connect with fellow grad students & young adults in the area. Hosted by Chi Alpha Campus Ministry. For more information contact Leah Jones  leahjj@vt.edu.

            13. SPRING STUDY ABROAD INFORMATIONAL MEETING – GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION: NORTHERN ENGLAND
            Thursday, October 1, 3:00-4:00pm, Zoom
            We will be holding an information session for embedded study abroad to Northern England. The study abroad is designed for graduate students. From March 5–15, 2027, we will travel through Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds , Bradford, Halifax, York, Hull , and London as part of EDCI 6164: Global Citizenship Education. Along the way, we will explore museums, archives, historic neighborhoods, memorials, markets, and community spaces, while leaving time to experience everyday life in Northern England.
            The experience begins with a deceptively simple question: Can education ever be neutral? https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/3162072870
            If you cannot make the meeting please contact David Hicks (hicks@vt.edu) or Amy Allen (allenamy@vt.edu).
            Applications are due November 1, 2026. Learn more and apply at: https://sa.globaleducation.vt.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=12546

            14. GLC CAFÉ
            Thursday, October 1, 3:30-5pm GLC Reading Room
            Enjoy free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your grad student and Grad School colleagues. Relax, network, and load up on caffeine and/or carbs. Bring your own mug if you can. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Barron, lbarron@vt.edu.

            15. LAUNCH PAD MINI SYMPOSIUM
            Thursday, October 1, 4-7pm, Goodall Room at Newman Library, and Zoom
            This event will feature a keynote address from Pramod Raheja, the CEO and Co-Founder of Airgility, a start-up focused on autonomous aerial systems and artificial intelligence. An early-career panel will follow, featuring individuals forging diverse paths in aerospace and aviation. There will also be breakout sessions, networking, and a chance to have your resume reviewed. This event is free to attend and food will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is sponsored by The Asian Aerospace and Aviation Organization, APIDA+ Center, Career and Professional Development, Graduate School and Center for Engineering Excellence and Discovery. Please see the full event schedule and register for the event here: https://bit.ly/4gFgDNT.

            16. QGPA GAME NIGHT
            Thursday, October 1, 6-8pm, Pride Center
            Come join Queer Grads, Professionals and Allies (QGPA) for a board game night! There will be several to choose from, but feel free to bring along your favorite! https://cglink.me/27L/r378927

            Administrative Announcements  

            17. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT: NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS  – 1st posting (1/1)
            Brought to you by the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE)
            Connections that Count: Navigating Imposter Fears
            Ever feel like everyone else has it all figured out and you don’t? You are not alone. Many graduate and professional students experience imposter fears. An imposter fear is when you experience self-doubt of intellect, skills, or accomplishments. This may feel like being afraid that you will be exposed as a fraud or that everyone is further ahead than you are. Imposter fears do not define you. Instead of focusing on these fears, it is important to work through them. You can do this by noticing, naming and reframing the fear. To learn more about this technique and other techniques, register for Navigating Imposter Fears happening virtually on 9/29. Click here to register: https://forms.gle/xrvgVSdapqeL4UzH9.

            18. GRADUATE SCHOOL OFFICES WILL CLOSE AT 2:00 PM ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 – 1st posting (1/1)
            Virginia Tech will host a nationally televised football game on Friday, Oct. 2, against Pittsburgh. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. The traffic impact on the university community for events such as this is especially acute on a weekday. Therefore, the university will take steps to ensure the orderly flow of traffic and increase safety across the Blacksburg campus: Administrative offices and non-instructional university offices will close at 2 p.m. in Blacksburg. This will reduce the number of faculty and staff on campus and help relieve traffic congestion and facilitate other operational procedures for the game that night. You can find more information on parking impacts for October 2nd Hokies football game against Pitt here: https://news.vt.edu/notices/facilities/2026/Transportation-Logistics/09/21-01.html

            19. FALL DOCTORAL REGALIA ORDER INFORMATION AND PROMO CODE – 2nd posting
            Save 20% on doctoral academic regalia when you order online by October 15. Doctoral candidates and faculty members are welcome to order. Order online at https://academicregalia.herffjones.com/category/detail/categoryID/29603  and use promo code: FALL20%. For assistance with your order, contact John Shewmaker at virginiagrad@herffjones.com.  John will be on the Blacksburg campus on October 6 and 7 at the Hokie Shop grad fair for individuals who would like to get measured for their regalia. https://alumni.vt.edu/young-alumni/grad-fair1.html

            20. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN DONATIONS NEEDED – 2nd posting
            Little Hokie Hand-me-down is a program designed for the benefit of Virginia Tech graduate students and staff families. The event will be held in November, but in order to make this event successful, donations of unused/ gently used children items for ages 0-10 are needed. Accepted items include clothing, baby gear, feeding supplies, grooming supplies, books, and more. Donations can be dropped off at the Graduate Life Center information desk or at 206 Washington Street SW, Blacksburg. This event is sponsored by the Graduate and Professional Student Senate, Women’s Community Center and the Graduate School. More information about accepted items and the event in November can be found here: https://gpss.vt.edu/events/little-hokie-handmedown.html

            21. GLC ART AND PHOTO CONTEST – CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS – 2nd posting
            The Graduate School invites submissions of artwork and photography by graduate students for the beautification of the building during the fall semester and beyond. The theme for Fall 2026 is “Connections”. Connections shape our experiences and link us to people, places, ideas, cultures, communities, and the world around us. Share the relationships, interactions, and moments that bring meaning to your life. Entries may depict human connections, connections to place and community, interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural heritage, personal growth, or whatever makes you feel connected. Whether your work captures a fleeting moment, tells a personal story, or offers an abstract interpretation, we encourage you to share your unique perspective on what it means to connect. Submissions are limited to three pieces (art and/or photography) per graduate student. More information and entry form can be found here: https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/Programs/glc-art-and-photo-contest.html. Deadline is October 9, 2026, at 11:59pm

            22. GRADUATE SCHOOL SEEKING GRADUATE STUDENT TOUR GUIDES – 2nd posting
            Graduate School is seeking graduate students to serve as tour guides to prospective graduate students for the 2026-2027 academic year. Applicants must have strong communication skills, an eagerness to share VT with others, familiarity with campus locations, and a willingness to conduct 3 tours per semester. Tours are typically 1 hour. Applicants must also have a current, valid driver’s license, though walking tours will also be offered. Tour guides will receive training and a small stipend at the end of the semester. Please complete the application form below if you are interested in applying for a graduate student tour guide position with the Graduate School. Interviews for these positions will take place in October, 2026. We will notify selected candidates via VT email. 
            Application link; https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ntmyC2DLzY. If you have any questions, please email akefenie@vt.edu .

            23. ABSTRACTS INVITED FOR 2027 WILLIAM & MARY GRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM – 2nd posting
            Join fellow graduate students from across the country to showcase your research at William & Mary’s Graduate Research Symposium, February 25-26, 2027. The event welcomes master’s and doctoral scholars in the humanities, humanistic social sciences, and natural, physical, and computational sciences. The Symposium is a great way to share your work, get feedback, and connect with peers from different fields. Interested in presenting? Use the Abstract Submission Portal to send an abstract for a talk or poster by November 5, 2026,11:59pm for consideration. There are no registration fees. If your abstract is accepted, you’ll also have the chance to submit a paper to compete for awards recognizing excellence in research in the Visiting Scholars category. Questions may be directed to grs@wm.edu. For more information https://www.wm.edu/offices/graduate-center/graduate-symposium/upcoming/

            24. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN A FREE TICKET TO “GRAVITY & OTHER MYTHS” – 2nd posting
            The Dean’s Cultural Awareness Program (DCAP) invites graduate students to enter for a chance to win a free ticket to “Gravity & Other Myths,” a world-renowned contemporary circus performance featuring jaw-dropping acrobatics, high-energy storytelling, and playful, gravity-defying feats that push physical limits to deliver an unforgettable performance for audiences of all ages. Limited tickets are available exclusively for graduate students. This event takes place on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM, at the Center for the Arts, 190 Alumni Mall, Blacksburg. Students with a valid VT ID who are randomly selected will receive information about the ticket pick-up location. Each student may enter only once per performance, with 1-2 EXTRA tickets for children. If you have questions, please email grads@vt.edu. Register for a chance to win a free ticket at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/DewHP4SyS9.

            25. 2027 ARPA-E ENERGY INNOVATION SUMMIT STUDENT PROGRAM – 3rd posting
            Student Program at the U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) 2027 ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit. The Summit will be held April 26-28, 2027, at the Gaylord Palms near Orlando, Florida. The ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit is where innovators transform breakthrough ideas into real-world solutions to drive the development of reliable, affordable, secure American-made energy for all. The Summit’s Student Program is for the next generation of energy entrepreneurs and researchers who want to accelerate American Vision to American Venture.This competitive program includes graduate-level students from universities across the country. Selected students receive: Individualized panel sessions and programming; Access to industry recruiters looking to hire talented energy professionals; and The opportunity to pitch your research at the Student PITCHES Competition. More information about the Student Program can be found here: https://www.arpae-summit.com/Students/Student-Program. The application deadline is January 8, 2027.  

            Jobs   

            26. GA POSITION IN SCIENCE OUTREACH – 1st posting
            Spring into summer:
            Run a robust student staff hiring & training process ; Learn and use SLATE admissions software, for camp applications; Coordinate with CPE to manage camp payments; Correspond with parents and campers; Complete Office of Youth Protection and FERPA training.
            Summer:
            Assign rooms with Housing; Manage student accommodations; Serve in residential capacity for 2 of 4 camps, supervise camp staff; Plan and participate in social team-building activities; Lead daily staff check-ins; Manage crises, as needed; Evaluate the camps/assess student-learning outcomes.
            Help with program logistics.
            Qualifications:
            Bachelor’s degree or higher; Good verbal/written communication; Professional, responsible, timely , strong work ethic; Think through problems/plan accordingly; Prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments; Organized with attention to detail; Word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications (Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Google Apps (Sheets, Docs, etc.), and Zoom); Discrete in handling confidential information; Patient and adaptable; Must pass background checks; Must be on campus during all camps and much of summer term; Experience working/leading youth, e.g., as camp counselor or teacher.
            Application deadline, October 7, 2026, https://docs.google.com/document/d/1adLt7XkNlTaWQeAa0JBXLV9KUbi1zv-aM28GH7h5wMA/edit?tab=t.0

            27. HOURLY WAGE POSITION FOR GLC BUILDING MANAGER – 2nd posting
            Building Managers oversee daily operations of the GLC by monitoring service, safety, and security of this space created for graduate students. Duties include walking rounds, responding to issues, and completing reports, in addition to the facilitation of the co-curricular and administrative programs of the student center services and their events. GLC building managers are directly responsible for event management bookings as well as opening & closing of the building.  Building managers must possess strong communication and customer service skills, along with the ability to move event equipment (tables and chairs). Currently we are looking for flexible staff members that are willing to work at least two shifts a week (10 to 12 hours) and have weekend availability. Building managers are paid $15.75/hr.  To apply, please email your work history resume and current class schedule to Steve Buchner (satlbuch@vt.edu).

            Funding Opportunities: 
            28. U.S. NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINES: between October 16-23, 2026 depending on discipline
            The             U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) aims to recruit promising individuals to pursue graduate study in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
            Program Benefits:

            • Financial support for three years (within a five-year period)
            • Stipend: $37,000
            • Cost of Education allowance payment in lieu of all tuition and mandatory fees: $16,000 per year (paid to the institution)
            • No service requirement after completion of the fellowship
              This month, the Program will host webinars and office hours providing information about the GRFP, including eligibility criteria, how to apply, tips for preparing the application, and details on to become a GRFP reviewer, expectations and responsibilities, and much more. Check out the full schedule and register today: https://www.nsf.gov/events?query=grfp&sort=date_ASC! If you are interested in attending, please register as soon as possible. Registration spots may be limited. During registration, you will have the option to submit questions to the panelists prior to the event.

            Volunteers and Research Participants Sought 

            29. VOLUNTEER AT THE FUN GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL FAIR – FREE FOOD – 1st posting (1/1)
            Volunteer on event day, connect with fellow grad students and university representatives from Virginia Tech and across the U.S., and enjoy free food! Sign up link: https://forms.gle/c29D5WGi9fcAaSZi6.

            30. VOLUNTEERING AND WORK EXPERIENCES STUDY – 1st posting
            Virginia Tech researchers are recruiting participants for a research study about volunteering and work experiences (IRB #26-620). Participation will consist of reading about a variety of different scenarios relevant to volunteering and answering questions based on those scenarios. The study is projected to take 20 minutes to complete. Participants are required to be employed (full- or part-time), to have volunteered at least once in the past year, to be at least 18 years old, to be comfortable reading, writing, and speaking in English, and to have a verified VT email address. Participants will be compensated with $5 in the form of an Amazon gift card. Please email jgass@vt.edu using a VT email address if you are interested in participating.

            31. STUDENT LIFE COUNCIL – 1st posting
            Student Life Council meets once a month – dinner is provided – to speak with the dean of students and the vice president of student affairs about issues impacting students. This is a low commitment organization with free food! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9fbJWng8MQ.

            32. COLLABORATIVE DRONE MONITORING – 1st posting (1/1)
            We are conducting a user study supervised by Dr. Brendan David-John (Virginia Tech) and Dr. Bo Ji (Virginia Tech) (IRB # 26-522). We are inviting you to participate in a research study using virtual reality (VR) technology to complete remote collaborative tasks. Our team is researching the collaboration dynamics in a mixed reality environment. Participants will be required to play a collaborative point and shoot game using an VR HWD (Galaxy XR). Three participants will be collaborating for one task. The study will take around 120 min (1.5- 2 hrs.) to complete. Important: We require three participants to sign up as a team via a single submission form. If you can’t find a teammate, you may email mahas@vt.edu to request team matching. Participants need to be proficient in reading and writing in English, at least 18 years old, and have normal vision (contact lenses are fine, glasses are not supported). Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants’ involvement in the study will not impact their employment, grades, or academic performance in any way. Participants will receive $15 in cash for their time. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjepXObIargBBKsry66yaX-jlUM0U3Q1dLT1QzTFdaMVlNSVFMU1BKRlNNVS4u&route=shorturl

            33. GRADUATE STUDENT HEALTH & WELL-BEING SURVEY | CHANCE TO WIN VT SWAG – 1st posting
            The Graduate Student Health & Well-Being Working Group is convened to examine the unique structural, cultural, and environmental factors that influence the well-being of graduate students at Virginia Tech and to develop actionable, system-level recommendations that promote a culture where excellence and well-being coexist. At the end of the survey period on October 14 (extended), we will hold a raffle and select three winners to receive VT swag. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HRRusTVJBr

            34. 2-SESSION ATTENTION AND DECISION MAKING STUDY ($50) – 1st Posting
            Researchers are recruiting younger (18–30) and older adults (60–80) for a two-session study examining attention, decision making, and brain activity. Participants will complete questionnaires and computer-based cognitive tasks. During Session 1, participants will wear an EEG cap that records electrical brain activity using passive electrodes placed on the scalp. The study requires two in-person visits to Williams Hall in Blacksburg, scheduled approximately 48–72 hours apart. Participants can earn up to $50 ($20 for Session 1 and $30 for Session 2) for completing both sessions and meeting engagement criteria. Previous MEM Lab participants are not eligible. Requirements: ages 18–30 or 60–80, fluent in English, vision corrected to a typical level, and willing to have an EEG cap with saline gel applied during Session 1. Schedule through SONA: https://support.psyc.vt.edu/undergrads/sona-system-information  (search “2-Session: Attention and Decision Making EEG Study”) or complete the interest form: https://forms.gle/CQgFqH6eWexYQ8jm. Questions? Email Erica S. Shafer at esshafer@vt.edu. Prefer not to use EEG gel? Try our alternative $20 study: https://forms.gle/vqbMP8ByM7vMCTgK8 or search SONA for “2-Session: Attention and Multitasking Study” today.

            35. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO TASTE MAC & CHEESE AND PENNE PASTA! – 2nd  posting (2/2)
            The VT Sensory Evaluation Lab (VT SEL) is conducting taste tests on MAC & CHEESE and PENNE PASTA, and we need your help! The tests will be conducted September 29-October 2 from 9am-5pm. Participants will be asked to taste mac & cheese and penne pasta samples in two 25-minute sessions. Participants will receive two $10 gift cards as compensation, will be offered a snack after their sessions, and can enjoy the experience of tasting pasta samples. The taste tests will be held at the Sensory Evaluation Lab, Room 205, HABB1 Building, Virginia Tech (1230 Washington St SW). FREE PARKING FOR STUDY PARTICIPANTS!  Registration Required! Participant qualifications: We are recruiting volunteers who are: 18 years or older; Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding; Have no known food allergies or sensitivities to: Chickpeas, fava/faba beans, lupini beans, wheat, dairy (milk), pea starch, tapioca, xanthan gum  Interested in tasting several samples of MAC & CHEESE and PENNE PASTA. If you are interested in participating, please use the link below to take the screener survey and express your interest; you will receive an additional email to sign up for timeslots if you qualify for the studies: https://bit.ly/4AbH0nn. For more information, contact Jeri Smith at jkost07@vt.edu.

            36. BRAINY STUDY—BEHAVIORAL AND NEURAL RESEARCH ON ATTENTION AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA IN YOUNG CHILDREN – 2nd posting
            We are looking for 3-year-old children who speak English and their parents to participate in the BRAINY Study—Behavioral and Neural Research on Attention and Interactive Media in Young Children (IRB #25-611). Study participation involves three 60-minute visits to our lab on the Blacksburg campus of Virginia Tech. Participants will be compensated with a $90 USD electronic gift card upon completion of the visits and the online survey. For each completed session, compensation will be provided as follows: Session 1: $20, Session 2: $30, and Session 3: $40.Details are below. Fill out this interest form to learn more: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0AOqTpfS68UDlXM

            37. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ROBOT EMOTION EXPRESSION STUDY – 2nd posting
            The Mind Music and Machine Lab at Virginia Tech is seeking individuals to participate in a study to investigate how multimodal emotional expressions in a humanoid robot influence emotion perception. (IRB # 26-465) This study will take up to 45 minutes. Compensation $10
            During the study, you will:
            – Observe a humanoid robot (Milo) deliver neutral sentences with different emotional expressions
            – Complete emotion recognition and rating measures after each trial
            – Complete questionnaires about your perceptions of the robot after each condition block & answer short questionnaire
            Eligibility requirements:
            – 18 years or older
            – Normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing
            – Fluent in English
            – No conditions that significantly influence attention or sensory perceptionScreening/Interest Form: https://forms.gle/wZ5gVb3Lscvu1iLs6

            Upcoming Events

            38. LOOKING TO EXPLORE DEGREE OPTIONS?
            Monday, October 5, 12:30-3:30pm, Squires Commonwealth Ballroom
            Thinking about another graduate degree, law school, or med/PA school? Or maybe switching to a different field or degree? Come to the fair and apply to many schools and programs for free! Grab some free swag while you’re there! https://gpss.vt.edu/events/gpsf.html

            39. WRITING RETREAT SERIES: OCTOBER 7th
            Wednesday, October 7, 9am-4pm,Graduate Life Center | Room A & Zoom
            Work on your next conference paper, master’s thesis, dissertation, or job application materials in great company! Join The Graduate School for Keeping the Pace, a FREE writing retreat! Learn or actively implement SMART goals for your writing, techniques for budgeting your time, and get some good work done. Lunch will be provided for the full-day in-person option. Virtual/Zoom option also available. This is a graduate student only event. Registration required. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjek45su5QguhJkpUAcvEXaG5UMEJFVlAxS0c5UlNVNzhUWDQyQTJGSlpYNyQlQCN0PWcu

            40. EXPLORING DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY: SHORT COURSES WITH CHANDLER
            Wednesday, October 7, Class 1 – 10-11 AM; Class 2 – 12-1 PM; Class 3 2:30-3:30 PM
            AB1-2100 and Zoom
            An Accessible Website,10-11am, https://cglink.me/27L/r380963
            In this interactive workshop, we’ll introduce the core principles of website accessibility.
            Starting with the POUR Principles, we’ll learn what to audit informed by research on a million webpages, and explore browser-based testing tools. We’ll look at failing website and see how to make them better.
            Finally, we’ll discuss DubBot: the university’s automated testing tool for public websites and pages.
            Teaching and Working Accessibly: Simple improvements, 12-1pm, https://cglink.me/27L/r380962                                                                 This practical session introduces simple, sustainable ways to make teaching, presentations, documents, and everyday work more accessible. Participants will learn how small changes can improve usability for everyone, support inclusive learning and working environments, and help advance the university’s accessibility goals.
            Accessible PDFs (What about LaTex), 1-2pm,             https://cglink.me/27L/r380959This practical session introduces the history and development of the Portable Document Format, from printing to PostScript and PDF to the creation of modern, accessible PDFs. Participants will learn how to create, test, and remediate PDFs; explore remediation tools such as Continual Engine and the Handwriting tool; consider accessibility questions related to LaTeX and emerging LaTeX tools; and review ETD expectations for producing accessible electronic theses and dissertations.

            41. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026
            Wednesday, October 7, 12-1pm, online
            The five-part series is designed for Ph.D. students who want to better understand the advantages and challenges of pursuing a postdoctoral position. Meets weekly from October 7th through October 28th with a special virtual panel session planned for November 11th. Sessions will cover what to look for in a postdoc and provide practical strategies for effective networking. https://www.research.vt.edu/about/postdoctoral-associates/postdoctoral-events-programs/pursuing-a-postdoc-proactively-2026.html

            42. AI-ENHANCED COLLABORATIVE QUALITATIVE RESEARCH WITH ATLAS.TI
            Thursday, October 8, 12-3pm, Zoom
            Learn to use the popular qualitative data analysis software Atlas.ti via its web version, which enables easy collaboration on projects. The workshop will cover basics of managing projects, coding, mixed-methods analysis tools, and some of the AI functionality embedded in Atlas.ti, as well as discussing additional features available in desktop versions for Windows and Mac. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17571138

            43. CHI ALPHA FALL RETREAT
            Saturday, October 10, 12pm,Cedar Lakes Conference Center, 82 FFA Dr., Ripley, WV 25271
            Fall Getaway is a weekend to step away from campus, build friendships, have fun, and grow deeper in your faith! Students from Virginia Tech and other Chi Alpha communities come together for worship, teaching, small-group conversations, and time to connect. The weekend includes opportunities to study Scripture, pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus, and enjoy plenty of fun activities, games, food, and time with friends. Whether you’re brand new to Chi Alpha or have been involved for a while, Fall Getaway is a chance to slow down, meet new people, and spend intentional time with God and community. https://vtxa.com/fallgetaway. Email Leah Jones leahjj@vt.edu if you have any questions

            44. WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY CELEBRATION
            Monday, October 12, 11am-5pm, Owens Ballroom
            Join us on Monday, October 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Owens Ballroom for a day focused on mental health, self-care, and connection. Activities will include the Hokie Bird, therapy dogs, rock painting, friendship bracelets, sand art, coloring, glitter jar making, giveaways, and more. Coffee, tea, snacks, and additional self-care activities will also be available.

            45. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: BUILDING YOUR MENTORSHIP CONSTELLATION
            Monday, October 12, 3:30-5pm, recurring monthly, location will be sent with registration confirmation
            Take this opportunity to hone valuable communication skills with peers and grow your community at Virginia Tech. This month’s focus is on building your mentorship constellation. Learn how to identify different types of mentoring relationships, seek meaningful mentor relationships, and build a community that supports your growth both during graduate school and throughout your career. Follow up with a low-pressure environment to connect and engage with others to develop your mentorship skills. There will be limited seating for this event, so sign up to request a spot now.  This event is strictly alcohol-free and will have delicious, well-crafted mocktails available for registered attendees to enjoy! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjeq4qEKlDQiJMsd9rTXxrMuZUNk1FQ0IxR0FMMUFYRFIxNDZMM1IxQlNLSC4u.

            46. WHERE’S THE LINE WHEN BOUNDARIES, POWER, AND RESPECT CROSS
            Tuesday, October 13, 4-5pm, GLC Room B
            Join us for a thoughtful discussion exploring boundaries, power, and respect. We’ll examine how boundaries can look different across situations, how to recognize when a boundary has been crossed, and how we can respond when boundaries aren’t respected. This event is a collaboration between the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE), the Graduate School, and the Office of the Ombuds.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewmIWR4wVJS6v1fVAsSQgUfq_V9FER2vCgWZ0CMjZ-C3inSA/viewform. If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation, please contact svpe@vt.edu.

            47. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: WRITING A PROTOCOL
            Thursday, October 15, 3:30-4:30pm, Zoom
            A protocol is your project planning document. It allows you to complete a systematic or scoping review efficiently and accurately, ensures greater understanding among team members, and makes writing the manuscript easier. The PRISMA Reporting Standard lists the protocol as an “essential element” to your review, and many journals now require submitted reviews to have registered protocols. This class removes a lot of the confusion and intimidation around this first important step in your review process.
            https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17630706. Zoom link https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/88288467565

            48. HOKIE -RUN MUSIC FESTIVAL
            Saturday, October 17, 2pm, 564 Indigo Mountain Rd NW, Floyd VA
            Afterlife Music Festival is an overnight camping festival hosted BY Hokies FOR Hokies! Volunteer opportunities available! Alt rock and EDM in the woods, enjoy music, crafts, good food, camping, and friendship under the stars!  Book Of Techno is an Apex Incubator start-up from current grad student Sam Slopey. www.bookoftechno.com

            49. POWER SEARCHING: TRICKS & TOOLS FOR ADVANCED LITERATURE SEARCHING
            Wednesday, November 4, 12-1pm, Zoom
            Whether you are new to searching academic databases or looking to develop a comprehensive search strategy, this workshop will help you maximize the effectiveness of your literature searches. We will discuss the process of turning a research question into a search strategy and how to select databases and grey literature sources that best support your search goals. Participants will have the opportunity to practice these skills and begin designing their own search strategies. This workshop will be particularly useful for students conducting an evidence synthesis review (systematic review, scoping review, etc.) or a literature review, however, it will benefit anyone needing to conduct rigorous academic research. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17630815

            50. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: DATA EXTRACTION
            Wednesday, November 11, 3:30-4:30pm, Zoom
            This class provides greater detail to research teams about what they need to know to successfully plan and execute data collection for their evidence synthesis review. Whether you are at the beginning of a new project or at the data extraction stage, this webinar will help you consider the necessary tasks for successful project completion and publication. Register here: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17630931

            51. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: RISK OF BIAS ASSESSMENT IN SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS
            Wednesday, November 18, 3:30-4:30pm, Zoom
            Risk of bias assessment, also called quality assessment, is a universally useful skill for any literature review method. In this class, we’ll discuss the importance and value of evaluating studies and appraising the research you plan to include in your review critically. This class provides greater detail to research teams about what they need to know to successfully plan and execute the required steps of study risk of bias assessment. Whether you are at the beginning of a new project or at the risk of bias stage, this webinar will help you consider the necessary tasks for successful project completion and publication. Register here: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17631034. Have a great week, enjoy the beautiful fall weather, and LET’S GO HOKIES!

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            September 21-27, 2026

            0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

            This Week’s Events:

            1. NSPIRE LECTURE SERIES – Monday
            2. WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS –  Monday
            3. FREE WORKSHOP: GETTING STARTED WITH MENDELEY –  Monday
            4. COLLEGE OF SCIENCE NIGHT AT APIDA + CENTER -Monday
            5. PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON – Tuesday
            6. MENTORING FROM THE MIDDLE SERIES – Tuesday
            7. FREE WORKSHOP: LITERATURE REVIEWS & DATABASE SEARCHING FOR ANIMAL & LIFE SCIENCES – Tuesday
            8. LANDING A FACULTY JOB: WHAT GRADUATE STUDENTS NEED TO KNOW – Wednesday
            9. MASTER YOUR FUTURE SERIES – Wednesday
            10. WHAT HAVE I GOTTEN MYSELF INTO ? – Wednesday
            11. RESEARCH COMPUTING WORKSHOPS FALL 2026 – Wednesday & Friday
            12. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD, 6:30-8PM – Wednesday
            13. GLC CAFÉ – Thursday 
            14. JOB SEARCH STRATEGY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS – Thursday
            15. THE CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING WATER – Thursday
            16. BUDDYSWAP – Friday
            17. ISIDORE STRING QUARTET – Friday
            18. POST-PERFORMANCE DISCUSSION WITH ISIDORE STRING QUARTET – Friday

              Administrative Announcements:   
            19. FALL DOCTORAL REGALIA ORDER INFORMATION AND PROMO CODE – 1st posting
            20. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN DONATIONS NEEDED – 1st posting
            21. GLC ART AND PHOTO DISPLAY – CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS – 1st posting
            22. GRADUATE SCHOOL SEEKING GRADUATE STUDENT TOUR GUIDES – 1st posting
            23. ABSTRACTS INVITED FOR 2027 WILLIAM & MARY GRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM – 1st posting
            24. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN A FREE TICKET TO “GRAVITY & OTHER MYTHS” – 1st posting
            25. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT – 1st posting
            26. NUTSHELL GAMES REGISTRATION IS OPEN SEPT. 14TH – 2nd  posting
            27. 2027 ARPA-E ENERGY INNOVATION SUMMIT STUDENT PROGRAM – 2nd posting
            28. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN A FREE TICKET TO “ISIDORE STRING QUARTET” – 3rd posting

              Jobs

            29. HOURLY WAGE POSITION FOR GLC BUILDING MANAGER – 2nd posting

              Funding Opportunities:
            30. U.S. NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) GRADUATE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINES: October 16-23 depending on discipline

              Volunteers and research participants sought: 
            31. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO TASTE MAC & CHEESE AND PENNE PASTA! – 1st posting (1/2)
            32. BRAINY STUDY—BEHAVIORAL AND NEURAL RESEARCH ON ATTENTION AND INTERACTIVE MEDIA IN YOUNG CHILDREN – 1st posting
            33. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ROBOT EMOTION EXPRESSION STUDY – 1st posting
            34. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CIDER AROMA TEST – 2nd  posting
            35. DETECTIVE IN VIRTUAL REALITY – 2nd posting
            36. GRADUATE STUDENT HEALTH & WELL-BEING SURVEY | CHANCE TO WIN VT SWAG – 2nd posting

              Upcoming Events: 
            37. FREE WORKSHOP: GETTING STARTED WITH ENDNOTE – September 28
            38. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: NETWORKING SKILLS –  September 28
            39. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS –  September 29
            40. POP INTO PREVENTION – September 29
            41. HOW GRADUATE STUDENTS CAN GET A JOB WITHOUT APPLYING TO 300 POSITIONS – September 30
            42. SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS AND BEYOND: AN INTRODUCTION TO EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS – October 1
            43. OPEN QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS WITH QUALCODER – October 1
            44. LAUNCH PAD MINI SYMPOSIUM – October 1
            45. WRITING RETREAT SERIES: OCTOBER 7th
            46. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026 – October 7
            47. AI-ENHANCED COLLABORATIVE QUALITATIVE RESEARCH WITH ATLAS.TI – October 8
            48. WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY CELEBRATION- October 12
            49. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: WRITING A PROTOCOL – October 15
            50. HOKIE -RUN MUSIC FESTIVAL- October 17 
            51. POWER SEARCHING: TRICKS & TOOLS FOR ADVANCED LITERATURE SEARCHING – November 4
            52. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: DATA EXTRACTION – November 11
            53. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS: RISK OF BIAS ASSESSMENT IN SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS – November 18

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            September 14 – 20, 2026

                   0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

            This Week’s Events: 

            1. WRITING RETREAT SERIES: SEPTEMBER 14 – Monday
            2. HUMAN RESEARCH PROTECTION PROGRAM (HRPP) EXEMPT ASSESSMENT TOOL INFORMATION SESSION – Tuesday
            3. GRADUATE SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN TOWN HALL – Tuesday
            4. NTRO TO PYTHON AND JUPYTERLAB – Tuesday
            5. PART-TIME GRADUATE STUDENT GROUP – Wednesday
            6. PREPARING FOR THE ACADEMIC JOB MARKET SERIES 2026 – Wednesday\
            7. DIGITAL STORYTELLING WITH ARCGIS STORYMAPS FOR RESEARCH AND TEACHING – Wednesday
            8. CHINESE RESTAURANTS IN LATIN AMERICA: PERU- Thursday
            9. GLC CAFÉ – Thursday 
            10. GRAD STUDENT PAINT NIGHT WITH SWE – Thursday
            11. FILM | “FLAMEKEEPER: THE MICHAEL CLEVELAND STORY” – Thursday
            12. TEA AT TWO – Friday
            13. CEED & CHILL: GRADUATE STUDENT SOCIAL AT CLAYTOR LAKE – Saturday
            14. TALK: “BLUEGRASS ROOTS” – Saturday
            15. BÉLA FLECK: MY BLUEGRASS HEART – Saturday

                Administrative Announcements:   

                1. NUTSHELL GAMES REGISTRATION IS OPEN SEPT. 14TH – 1st posting
                2. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT – 1st posting
                3. NUTSHELL GAMES REGISTRATION IS OPEN SEPT. 14TH – 1st posting
                4. FREE INDIVIDUALIZED NUTRITION COUNSELING – 2nd posting (2/2)
                5. JOIN THE VT SOCIETY FOR HISPANIC ENGINEERS (SHPE) GRADUATE COMMITTEE – 2nd posting (2/2)
                6. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN A FREE TICKET TO “ISIDORE STRING QUARTET” – 2nd posting
                7. THE MARKET FALL OPEN HOURS – FREE GROCERIES FOR VT STUDENTS– 3rd posting
                8. FREE – 2026-2027 GRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK & PLANNERS STILL AVAILABLE! – 3rd posting 

                Jobs

                1. STUDENT WAGE POSITION IN MYERS-LAWSON SCHOOL OF CONSTRUCTION – 1ST posting (1/1)
                2. HOURLY WAGE POSITION FOR GLC BUILDING MANAGER – 1st posting
                3. GRADUATE PEER CAREER ADVISOR – 3rd posting

                Funding Opportunities:

                1. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARDS 2026 – DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

                Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                1. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CIDER AROMA TEST – 1st posting
                2. DETECTIVE IN VIRTUAL REALITY – 2nd posting
                3. GRADUATE STUDENT HEALTH & WELL-BEING SURVEY | CHANCE TO WIN VT SWAG – 2nd posting
                4. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 3rd posting
                5. PAID, 30-MINUTE VOLLEYBALL JUMP SPIKE STUDY – 3rd posting

                Upcoming Events:    

                1. NSPIRE LECTURE SERIES – September 21
                2. WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS –  September 21
                3. FREE WORKSHOP: GETTING STARTED WITH MENDELEY –  September 21
                4. PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON – September 22
                5. MENTORING FROM THE MIDDLE SERIES – September 22
                6. FREE WORKSHOP: LITERATURE REVIEWS & DATABASE SEARCHING FOR ANIMAL & LIFE SCIENCES – September 22
                7. MASTER YOUR FUTURE SERIES – September 23
                8. WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS – WHAT HAVE I GOTTEN MYSELF INTO – September 23
                9. BUDDYSWAP – September 25
                10. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: NETWORKING SKILLS –  September 28
                11. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS –  September 29
                12. OPEN QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS WITH QUALCODER – October 1
                13. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026 – October 7
                14. AI-ENHANCED COLLABORATIVE QUALITATIVE RESEARCH WITH ATLAS.TI – October 8
                15. HOKIE -RUN MUSIC FESTIVAL- October 17 

                Continue reading “September 14 – 20, 2026”

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                September 8 – 13, 2026

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                0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

                This Week’s Events: 

                1. TOUR OF THE LYRIC THEATRE – FREE MOVIE PASS –  Tuesday
                2. FREE WORKSHOP: FINDING RESOURCES FOR LITERATURE REVIEWS IN THE SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES – Tuesday
                3. PREPARING FOR THE ACADEMIC JOB MARKET SERIES 2026 – Wednesday
                4. FREE WORKSHOP: INTRODUCTION TO LATEX WITH OVERLEAF –  Wednesday
                5. ARTIST TALK: GUADALUPE MARAVILLA – Wednesday
                6. OPENING RECEPTION: FALL 2026 EXHIBITION – Wednesday
                7. GLC CAFÉ – Wednesday & Thursday 
                8. FACULTY SEARCH COMMITTEE PANELS – Thursday
                9. THIS IS HOME: FINDING BELONGING FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – Thursday
                10. PRIDE CENTER GRADUATE STUDENT WELCOME – Thursday
                11. GPSS MEETING | OPEN TO ALL GRAD STUDENTS – Thursday
                12. EXPLORE CAREERS IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY – Friday
                13. FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT: CEDRIC WATSON ET BIJOU CREOLE – Friday

                  Administrative Announcements:   

                  1. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT – 1st posting
                  2. FREE INDIVIDUALIZED NUTRITION COUNSELING – 1st posting (1/2)
                  3. JOIN THE VT SOCIETY FOR HISPANIC ENGINEERS (SHPE) GRADUATE COMMITTEE – 1st posting (1/2)
                  4. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN A FREE TICKET TO “ISIDORE STRING QUARTET” – 1st posting
                  5. THE MARKET FALL OPEN HOURS – FREE GROCERIES FOR VT STUDENTS– 2nd posting
                  6. FREE – 2026-2027 GRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK & PLANNERS STILL AVAILABLE! – 2nd posting
                  7. SUBSCRIBE TO UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES’ RESEARCH SERVICES NEWSLETTER – 3rd posting
                  8. ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROGRAM – CIRTL AT VIRGINIA TECH – 3rd posting
                  9. CAREER READY KICK OFF SERIES – 3rd posting

                  Jobs

                  1. GRADUATE PEER CAREER ADVISOR – 2nd posting

                  Funding Opportunities:

                  1. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARDS 2026 – DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

                  Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                  1. DETECTIVE IN VIRTUAL REALITY – 1st posting
                  2. GRADUATE STUDENT HEALTH & WELL-BEING SURVEY | CHANCE TO WIN VT SWAG – 1st posting
                  3. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 2nd posting
                  4. PAID, 30-MINUTE VOLLEYBALL JUMP SPIKE STUDY – 2nd posting
                  5. RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS WITH PYTHON EXPERIENCE ($25, ZOOM) – 2nd posting (2/2)
                  6. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI AGENT STUDY – 2bd  posting  (2/2)
                  7. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GPSS RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM CO-CHAIR POSITION FOR 2026-2027 – 3rd posting
                  8. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON ULTRASOUND IMAGING OF THE BACK AND TREATMENT OF LOW BACK PAIN – 3rd posting

                  Upcoming Events:    

                  1. WRITING RETREAT SERIES: SEPTEMBER 14
                  2. INTRO TO PYTHON AND JUPYTERLAB – September 15
                  3. PART-TIME GRADUATE STUDENT GROUP – September 16
                  4. PREPARING FOR THE ACADEMIC JOB MARKET SERIES 2026 – September 16
                  5. DIGITAL STORYTELLING WITH ARCGIS STORYMAPS FOR RESEARCH AND TEACHING – September 16
                  6. CHINESE RESTAURANTS IN LATIN AMERICA: PERU- September 16
                  7. TEA AT TWO – September 18
                  8. NSPIRE LECTURE SERIES – September 21
                  9. WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS –  September 21
                  10. PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON – September 22
                  11. WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS – WHAT HAVE I GOTTEN MYSELF INTO – September 23
                  12. BUDDYSWAP – September 25
                  13. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS –  September 29
                  14. OPEN QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS WITH QUALCODER – October 1
                  15. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026 – October 7
                  16. AI-ENHANCED COLLABORATIVE QUALITATIVE RESEARCH WITH ATLAS.TI – October 8
                  17. HOKIE -RUN MUSIC FESTIVAL- October 17

                  Continue reading “September 8 – 13, 2026”

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                  August 31 – September 6, 2026

                  To see full descriptions for any item in the summary list, please click on the continue reading link below the list.

                  0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

                  This Week’s Events: 

                  1. FREE WORKSHOP: INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH DATA MANAGEMENT – Monday
                  2. OPEN EATING DISORDER AND BODY IMAGE THERAPY GROUP – Monday
                  3. FREE WORKSHOP: TIPS & TRICKS FOR LITERATURE REVIEWS IN ENGINEERING – Tuesday
                  4. WELCOME TO/BACK PICNIC: A WEEKS OF WELCOME EVENT WITH THE APIDA + CENTER AND NSFP – Tuesday
                  5. GRADUATE RESOURCE FAIR – Tuesday
                  6. GROCERY BINGO – Tuesday
                  7. PREPARING FOR THE ACADEMIC JOB MARKET SERIES 2026 – Wednesday
                  8. POPPING INTO PREVENTION – Wednesday
                  9. CAREER FAIR PREP FOR GRADAUTE STUDENTS (Session 1) – Wednesday
                  10. CAREER FAIR PREP FOR GRADUTE STUDENTS (Session 2) – Wednesday
                  11. MONTHLY TRAINING: HOW TO NAVIGATE INTERSTRIDE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR JOB & INTERNSHIP SEARCH – Wednesday
                  12. SVPE IS TURNING 2! – Thursday
                  13. CHI ALPHA GRAD CAFÉ – Thursday
                  14. GLC CAFÉ –Thursday 
                  15. BOARD GAMES WITH THE BLUE – Thursday
                  16. LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING DR. LINSEY MARR – Friday

                      Administrative Announcements:   

                      1. THE MARKET FALL OPEN HOURS – FREE GROCERIES FOR VT STUDENTS– 1st posting
                      2. FREE – 2026-2027 GRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK & PLANNERS STILL AVAILABLE! – 1st posting
                      3. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT – 1st posting
                      4. SUBSCRIBE TO UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES’ RESEARCH SERVICES NEWSLETTER – 2nd posting
                      5. ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROGRAM – CIRTL AT VIRGINIA TECH – 2nd posting
                      6. CAREER READY KICK OFF SERIES – 2nd posting
                      7. GRADUATE STUDENT PERMIT PARKING – 2nd posting
                      8. TEACHING-RELATED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES – THE CIRTL NETWORK – 3rd posting
                      9. COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE FOR GTA INSTRUCTORS OF RECORD – 3rd posting

                      Jobs

                      1. WAGE – RISING TALENT GRADUATE INTERNSHIP ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR – 1st posting
                      2. GRADUATE PEER CAREER ADVISOR – 1st posting
                      3. COMMUNICATIONS INTERN IN SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND EDUCATION – 2nd posting

                      Funding Opportunities:

                      1. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARDS 2026 – DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

                      Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                      1. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 1st posting
                      2. PAID, 30-MINUTE VOLLEYBALL JUMP SPIKE STUDY – 1st posting
                      3. PAID USER STUDY FOR PARTICIPANTS WITH TEACHING EXPERIENCE AT GILBERT PLACE – 1st posting (1/1)
                      4. RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS WITH PYTHON EXPERIENCE ($25, ZOOM) – 1st posting (1/2)
                      5. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI AGENT STUDY – 1st posting  1/2)
                      6. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GPSS RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM CO-CHAIR POSITION FOR 2026-2027 – 2nd  posting
                      7. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI TOOL USER STUDY – 2nd posting (2/2)
                      8. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON ULTRASOUND IMAGING OF THE BACK AND TREATMENT OF LOW BACK PAIN – 2nd posting
                      9. VIRGINIA TECH STORYTIME STUDY – 2nd posting
                      10. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CYBER-ATTACK DETECTION IN AUTOMATED VEHICLES –  2nd posting
                      11. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TASK SOLVING USING A GENAI TOOL – 3rd posting
                      12. FLIP THE FAIR 2026 – 3rd posting

                      Upcoming Events:    

                      1. TOUR OF THE LYRIC THEATRE – FREE MOVIE PASS –  September 8
                      2. FREE WORKSHOP: FINDING RESOURCES FOR LITERATURE REVIEWS IN THE SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES – September 8
                      3. FREE WORKSHOP: INTRODUCTION TO LATEX WITH OVERLEAF –  September 9
                      4. THIS IS HOME: FINDING BELONGING FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – September 10
                      5. EXPLORE CAREERS IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY – September 11
                      1. WRITING RETREAT SERIES: SEPTEMBER 14
                      2. PART-TIME GRADUATE STUDENT GROUP- September 16
                      3. DIGITAL STORYTELLING WITH ARCGIS STORYMAPS FOR RESEARCH AND TEACHING – September 16
                      4. WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS –  September 21
                      1. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: NETWORKING SKILLS –  September 28
                      2. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS –  September 29
                      3. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026 – October 7

                       0. Ongoing Services – Updated August 17, 2026

                      • GRADUATE SCHOOL: Graduate School hours: In-person advising, drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials, and a space to study and take a break! Visit 120 GLC for walk-in hours, 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday, Phone 540 231-8636 or email grads@vt.edu. If you prefer Zoom advising: request one-on-one assistantship or academic advising by using our online request form to set-up a Zoom session.   
                      • CAREER ADVISING: schedule a career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html.
                      • COOK COUNSELING: Students can call 540-231-6557 to schedule an appointment with the embedded counselor with their program, or other Cook counselors.  
                      • FOOD SHARE CABINET: Located in GLC Wellness Room (Room G). Accessible to graduate students 24/7 byswiping in with your Hokie Passport
                      • WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/   
                      • GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573   

                      This Week’s Events  

                      1. FREE WORKSHOP: INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH DATA MANAGEMENT
                      Monday, August 31, 5:00pm, Zoom
                      You’re about to collect or already have data for your research project…now what? How do you manage it? What do you name the files? How do you share it? Learn the answers to all of these questions and more in this workshop, which will present an introduction to research data management, including the following topics: Data management planning, file naming conventions/organization, backing-up research data, documentation (metadata), data sharing, data security, and how the library can help.
                      https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17221065

                      2. OPEN EATING DISORDER AND BODY IMAGE THERAPY GROUP
                      Monday, August 31, 5:30-6:30pm,Psychological Services Center
                      The Psychological Services Center is having an open therapy group for disordered eating and body image concerns. Sessions will be weekly on Wednesdays for one hour. Time and start date are to be determined once enough people have signed up. The fee per group is $15. If interested, please call: (540)-231-6914 or email: psc@vt.edu. Our address is: 3110 Prices Fork Rd Blacksburg, VA.
                      **Virginia Tech affiliation not required!

                      3. FREE WORKSHOP: TIPS & TRICKS FOR LITERATURE REVIEWS IN ENGINEERING
                      Tuesday, September 1, 3:30-5:00pm, Zoom
                      You need to write a literature review for your research or project… but how do you get started? What type of review do you need? What about AI tools to save time? We will go through the answers to these questions and more in the workshop! By the end of the workshop, you will learn how to: Get started on your own literature review, be effective and efficient in searching engineering literature, and use tools to help you throughout the process. Whether you are new to literature reviews or even outside of engineering, all are welcome to attend this workshop! https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17221071

                      4. WELCOME TO/BACK PICNIC: A WEEKS OF WELCOME EVENT WITH THE APIDA + CENTER AND NSFP
                      Tuesday, September 1, 4-6pm, Squires Lawn (Between Squires and Henderson Hall)
                      Enjoy free food, fun lawn games, and friendly community! Everyone is welcome. For questions or accommodations, please contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu.

                      5. GRADUATE RESOURCE FAIR
                      Tuesday, September 1, 2:30 – 4:30pm, Squires | Multipurpose Room
                      Stop by the Graduate Resource Fair on Tuesday, September 1, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the GLC Multipurpose room. More than 25 campus organizations and offices will be available to help students learn about funding, wellness, career development, academic support, student involvement, and other campus resources. The event is free and open to all graduate and professional students. Come meet campus partners, ask questions, discover resources to support your graduate experience, and connect with the graduate community. Swag and snacks will be available while supplies last. https://gpss.vt.edu/index/email-announcements.html

                      6. GROCERY BINGO
                      Tuesday, September 1, 5:30-6:30 pm, GLC Room F
                      Play bingo and win grocery items to take home while learning about, Virginia Tech, the Graduate School and graduate student resources, including food access initiatives at Virginia Tech such as The Market and open hours at the Market. Be sure to arrive on time so you will be able to fill your bingo card and win prizes! Please register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/iaABnpLtm7

                      7. PREPARING FOR THE ACADEMIC JOB MARKET SERIES 2026
                      Wednesday, September 2, 12-1pm Online, meets weekly through September 16
                      Weekly topics:
                      Wednesday, September 2 – CVs and Cover Letters
                      Wednesday, September 9 – Teaching Statements and Portfolios 
                      Wednesday, September 16 – Research Statements and Other Supporting Documents
                      This series, held in partnership with UNC Chapel Hill, will provide participants with strategies for effective academic job searches and provide guidance on generating effective application materials. The sessions will include opportunities for self-reflection, analysis of example application materials, and opportunities to create or improve one’s own set of materials. NOTE: Choose “I don’t have a UNC Onyen” option after you click register on the UNC website: https://gradschool.unc.edu/event/preparing-for-the-academic-job-market-workshop-series-6/2026-08-26/

                      8. POPPING INTO PREVENTION
                      Wednesday, September 2, 12:30-1:30pm, Outside Torgerson Hall,
                      Don’t wait until you’re ready to pop! Pop in for popcorn and to learn more about bystander intervention with the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE).

                      9. CAREER FAIR PREP FOR GRADAUTE STUDENTS (Session 1)
                      Tuesday, September 2, 2:00-2:30pm. Zoom
                      This 30-minute workshop gives you the essentials: how to research employers, craft your pitch, and make a confident first impression. Get the key strategies you need to navigate career fairs like a pro.
                      https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1980437/share_preview

                      10. CAREER FAIR PREP FOR GRADUTE STUDENTS (Session 2)
                      Wednesday, September 2, 4:00-4:30pm, Zoom
                      This 30-minute workshop gives you the essentials: how to research employers, craft your pitch, and make a confident first impression. Get the key strategies you need to navigate career fairs like a pro. https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1980438/share_preview

                      11. MONTHLY TRAINING: HOW TO NAVIGATE INTERSTRIDE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR JOB & INTERNSHIP SEARCH
                      Wednesday, September 2, 4-5pm, Zoom
                      Get an in-depth walkthrough of the Interstride portal, including our newest features, key tools, and best practices for finding opportunities. You’ll learn how to navigate the platform with confidence and use it effectively throughout your job and internship search. https://student.interstride.com/learn/webinars/live.Questions? Contact us at contact@interstride.com.

                      12. SVPE IS TURNING 2!
                      Thursday, September 3, 12-2pm, GLC Plaza
                      Come celebrate the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education’s second birthday and learn more about our prevention and education work around campus.

                      13. CHI ALPHA GRAD CAFÉ
                      Thursday, September 3, 12:30-2pm, GLC Room D, recurs 1st Thursday of the month
                      Come grab some free coffee, lattes, and matcha! Meet other graduate students and enjoy good conversation and community. Take a little time to step away from the grind, relax, and connect with others!

                      14. GLC CAFÉ
                      Thursday, September 3, 3:30-4pm GLC Reading Room
                      Enjoy free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your grad student and Grad School colleagues. Relax, network, and load up on caffeine and/or carbs. Bring your own mug if you can. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Barron, lbarron@vt.edu.

                      15. BOARD GAMES WITH THE BLUE
                      Thursday, September 3, 5:30-7pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
                      Come learn more about the Virginia Tech Police Department while playing board games and enjoying pizza with friends and VTPD officers! Thursday, September 3rd, 5:30-7:00 pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
                      Games & Pizza Provided. Partnered Event with Virginia Tech Police Department

                      16. LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING DR. LINSEY MARR
                      Friday, September 4, 12-1pm, APIDA + Center and via Zoom
                      Join us for a special Learning Lunch featuring Dr. Linsey Marr, University Distinguished Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech and globally recognized expert on airborne viruses and indoor air quality. Enjoy lunch while learning how her groundbreaking research has transformed our understanding of disease transmission and the engineering solutions that help create healthier spaces. This hybrid event is open to all- light refreshments will be served for in-person attendees. At the APIDA + Center and via Zoom. For questions or accommodations, please contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu. Zoom link: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/Gf153roTTH2j6w1Xhfyrkw.

                      Administrative Announcements  

                      17. THE MARKET FALL OPEN HOURS – FREE GROCERIES FOR VT STUDENTS
                      The Market of Virginia Tech has open hours for all VT students on Thursdays from 2-6 and Fridays from 10a-2p this semester. Location: 801 University City Blvd. next to the Himalayan Curry Cafe on the exterior of the mall. Please bring your Hokie P and a bag when visiting The Market.

                      18. FREE – 2026-2027 GRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK & PLANNERS STILL AVAILABLE! – 1st posting
                      Stop by GLC 120 during regular business hours, M-F, 9am-4pm, to pick up your free 2026/2027 Graduate Student Handbook and Planner! This resource is filled with helpful information specifically for graduate students, including important dates, campus resources, and a weekly/daily planner.

                      19. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT – 1st posting
                      Brought to you by the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE). Connections that Count: Transitions and self-compassion. A new semester can bring excitement, uncertainty, and a lot of change. Whether you’re beginning graduate school, entering a new year, changing research directions, or simply finding your rhythm, transitions can take energy. Take some time this week to notice how you are feeling and responding to these new beginnings. Show yourself compassion by offering yourself the same patience and understanding you might offer a friend. If things feel unsettled right now, you are not alone. It’s important to recognize that transitions can be hard and to give yourself permission to adjust, learn, take time, rest, and begin again. Connection check: What do you need from yourself during this transition?

                      20. SUBSCRIBE TO UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES’ RESEARCH SERVICES NEWSLETTER – 2nd posting
                      Subscribe to the University Libraries Research Services Newsletter. The monthly University Libraries Research Services newsletter is designed specifically for faculty and graduate students who conduct research. The newsletter highlights upcoming research and data management workshops, library services and resources, and news researchers can use to increase their work’s global impact and dissemination.
                      Make the most of University Libraries’ expertise and resources. Subscribe today!
                      https://t.send.vt.edu/lp/ulrs-subscribe

                      21. ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROGRAM – CIRTL AT VIRGINIA TECH – 2nd posting
                      Co-sponsored by the Graduate School and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL), the CIRTL at Virginia Tech Associate Teaching Program is designed for graduate students and postdoctoral associates to learn about effective teaching practices. Participants engage in programming focused on foundational knowledge about teaching and complete a teaching philosophy activity. The program is open to current graduate students and postdoctoral associates regardless of teaching experience or responsibilities. Multiple completion options are available, and an application is required. After completion, participants earn a digital badge. To learn more and apply, visit https://cirtl.vt.edu/teaching-program.html. To learn about CIRTL and its network of research universities, visit https://cirtl.net/. (Completion of the Associate Teaching Program is also an eligibility requirement for the Practitioner Teaching Program; https://cirtl.vt.edu/practitioner-teaching-program.html) 

                      22. CAREER READY KICK OFF SERIES – 2nd posting
                      Check out Career and Professional Development’s Career Ready Kick-Off series https://career.vt.edu/fallkickoff/ for workshops, drop-in résumé reviews, and group appointments during the first three weeks of the semester. Events in this series are designed to help you prepare for career fairs and the job or internship search. Open to all students.
                      Graduate students can also schedule one-on-one career advising appointments through Handshake. Workshops specifically for graduate students begin September 2. View the collection in Handshake to register https://app.joinhandshake.com/edu/collections/38645  (click on the events tab).

                      23. GRADUATE STUDENT PERMIT PARKING – 2nd posting
                      Please note the Graduate designated parking spaces that were previously located in the Squires parking lot have been removed.  Graduate-only parking is very limited and is currently available in designated spaces at the Graduate Life Center (GLC) Circle. A Graduate permit allows parking in spaces designated as: G — Graduate-only; C/G — Commuter and Graduate; C — Commuter; R — Resident.  Please visit the Parking Services webpage on Permit Classifications, Permit Types, and Permit Pricing for more information:https://parking.vt.edu/permits.html

                      24. TEACHING-RELATED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES – THE CIRTL NETWORK – 3rd posting
                      Virginia Tech is a member of the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL) Network, which offers teaching-related professional development opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral associates. This fall, CIRTL Network programming includes workshops, non-credit-bearing courses, and events for graduate students and postdoctoral associates preparing for higher education teaching careers. Fall 2026 CIRTL Network programming includes Writing an Effective Teaching Philosophy Statement, The College Classroom, Exploring Career Paths with CIRTL Alumni, and more! The programs are available online and at no cost. Participants from CIRTL institutions receive priority registration for capped programming, which typically reaches capacity quickly. The full programming schedule, including descriptions and registration information, is available at https://cirtl.net/events/. To learn more about CIRTL, visit https://www.cirtl.net/ or email cirtl@vt.edu.

                      25. COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE FOR GTA INSTRUCTORS OF RECORD – 3rd posting
                      The GTA Instructor of Record Community of Practice (CoP), co-hosted by the Graduate School and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL), provides GTA instructors of record from across the university with an opportunity to connect and build community. If you are a GTA instructor of record with full teaching responsibility for a course and would like to engage in discussions about effective teaching and shared experiences with your colleagues in a university-wide community, this CoP is for you! If you are a GTA with significant course responsibilities under the supervision of a faculty member instructor of record, you are also welcome to join. Additional details about the CoP, including 2026-2027 meeting times, are available on the CoP sign-up form at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ABwvJn72bU.  If you have questions about the CoP, contact CETL at teaching@vt.edu.

                      Jobs   

                      26. WAGE – RISING TALENT GRADUATE INTERNSHIP ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR – 1st posting (1/1)
                      Conduct phone and email outreach to referred students; Identify barriers to internship participation; Connect students with campus resources; Document outreach and student interactions;
                      Manage and triage appointment referrals in Navigate; Schedule appointments in Handshake and monitor student participation; Track student engagement & follow-up communications; Maintain accurate records;
                      Communicate student progress, barriers, and next steps with appropriate staff.
                      Help connect students to internship resources, career coaching, and experiential learning opportunities; Assist with grant assessment, data tracking, and reporting; Develop marketing materials, presentations, and student communications using Canva or similar software; Support workshops, classroom presentations, and career events.
                      Qualifications:
                      Current Virginia Tech graduate student at the Blacksburg campus. • Strong interest in career development, experiential learning, student success, or higher education. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Strong organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills.
                      • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while working collaboratively on a team.
                      • Professionalism, sound judgment, and commitment to providing inclusive, student-centered support.
                      • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new technology platforms.
                      Application Deadline: September 3, 2026, start date: September 15, 2026.
                      https://vt.joinhandshake.com/jobs/11341530?searchId=ea6ddc83-f7c4-4611-bd2a-9d01f02d5612
                      You must be logged in to Handshake with your VT login to view the job posting and apply.

                      27. GRADUATE PEER CAREER ADVISOR – 1st posting
                      Career and Professional Development (CPD) is seeking a Graduate Peer Career Advisor to help graduate students achieve their career goals. Open to current Virginia Tech PhD students, this part-time position (up to 15 hours per week) offers opportunities to review résumés and CVs, facilitate presentations, develop career resources, and partner with CPD staff on a variety of initiatives. The position is supervised by Dr. Suzanne Shelburne and located in Blacksburg. Visit Handshake to learn more and apply. Application deadline: September 18, 2026. https://vt.joinhandshake.com/public/jobs/11349422?utm_source=web&utm_campaign=job_share&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_content=stu-copy_link-job_page

                      28. COMMUNICATIONS INTERN IN SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND EDUCATION – 2nd posting (2/2)
                      Assist in creating and scheduling content for social media platforms, newsletters, and promotional content. Support marketing campaigns and outreach efforts across departments or programs. Research trends, audience engagement, and best practices. Qualifications: Graduate student at Virginia Tech. Knowledge of social media platforms and development tools (Canvas, Adobe, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive). Creative mindset and willingness to learn. This position is for 10 hours per week. Email letter of interest and resume to the SVPE team SVPE@vt.edu by September 1, 2026.

                      Funding Opportunities: 

                      29. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARDS 2026 – DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
                      P.E.O. Scholar Awards provides merit-based awards for women who are citizens of the U.S. or Canada and pursuing doctoral-level degrees at an accredited college or university. The award amount is $25,000. P.E.O. Scholars are those at the top of their fields who will have a positive impact on society. They have demonstrated abilities to make significant contributions in their field of study, having assumed leadership positions in university academics, scientific research, medicine, law, performing arts, economics, history, literature, government or other demanding fields. If interested in applying, please send a personal statement describing your research, impact on society, and your future career goals as well as your CV to cklauer@vtti.vt.edu by September 15th. We will notify you whether you have been selected for an interview which will be scheduled before November 1st. More information regarding this opportunity is at

                      peointernational.org

                      Volunteers and Research Participants Sought 

                      30. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 1st posting
                      This research study is focused on the experiences of Black Men Athletes (BMAs) who are alumni (graduated between 2015-2025) of Division-I (D1) Predominantly white Institutions (PWIs). The goal is to better understand how Black men student-athlete alumni define and experienced anti-Black racism while participating in collegiate athletics at PWIs. Must be a Black man student-athlete alum (between 2015-2025) who attended a Division-I predominantly white institution. https://forms.gle/X6qAAgA23xGbyRpu7

                      31. PAID, 30-MINUTE VOLLEYBALL JUMP SPIKE STUDY – 1st posting
                      The Granata Biomechanics Lab is recruiting healthy, male and female volleyball players ages 14-25 for a 30-minute study on landing mechanics during volleyball-specific jump landing tasks. The tasks consist of a drop vertical jump, a unilateral reach, and a jump spike. The goal of this study is to understand current injury screening methods and how to make them more applicable to volleyball players. Eligibility: 14-25 years old, no current pain or injury, has played volleyball for at least one-year, and has played for a minimum of 1 hour per week for the past 2 months or more. Participants will receive a choice between an Amazon Echo Dot or Firestick. Please contact Robyn Hansen at robynh2300@vt.edu with any questions about the study. If you are interested, please complete the following survey: https://forms.office.com/r/gLMFqCRzWS

                      32. PAID USER STUDY FOR PARTICIPANTS WITH TEACHING EXPERIENCE AT GILBERT PLACE – 1st posting (1/1)
                      During the study, you will interact with two versions of a prototype designed to help users monitor and understand multiple ongoing student group discussions in a simulated live classroom. You will complete a series of tasks using the prototypes and share your feedback on how such tools could support teaching and classroom facilitation. The study will take approximately 1.5 hours and will be conducted in person at Gilbert Place in Blacksburg, VA. Eligibility: Has teaching experience (e.g., Instructor, GTA, UTA), ideally in discussion-based courses such as Ethics. Compensation $25. https://forms.gle/FgKHxDY5tSUkQyESA

                      33. RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS WITH PYTHON EXPERIENCE ($25, ZOOM) – 1st posting (1/2)
                      We are studying how AI tools can help provide feedback to students. Eligibility: Participants with Python programming experience. Compensation: $25 Amazon gift card. https://forms.gle/PhqwFxM8LXfSCuMA6

                      34. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI AGENT STUDY – 1st posting  (1/2)
                      This study aims to improve the experience of the experience of authoring customizable pedagogical AI agents. We are looking for participants who have teaching experience in programming courses (e.g. instructor, GSI, TA, tutor). The study session would be held virtually over Zoom at a time convenient for you The study will last about 90 min. Participants will be compensated $25 for their time and effort upon completion of the user study. https://forms.gle/ournJwM6CyvRv5e87

                      35. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GPSS RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM CO-CHAIR POSITION FOR 2026-2027 – 2nd posting
                      The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) is seeking two students to serve as co-chairs for the annual research symposium that will be held on March 24th. Co-chairs will work together to hire a speaker for the event and handling the bulk of necessary planning. Planning will include coordinating the keynote speaker, providing food for attendees, collecting abstracts, finding judges, and marketing the event. Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate education program and able to complete work over two semesters: Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, the period of appointment runs October 15 – April 1. Applicants must be able to attend the Graduate Research Symposium (March 24th). This position is not an assistantship but does offers a small stipend. To apply please complete this form by September 20: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/qbWGeFQUy8

                      36. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI TOOL USER STUDY – 2nd posting (2/2)
                      This study aims to improve the experience of providing programming feedback in large-scale programming courses. Participants will test a tool for viewing students’ code submissions and giving feedback at scale. We are looking for participants who have teaching experience (e.g. instructor, GSI, TA, tutor), and have experience in Python. The study session would be in-person in Blacksburg (220 Gilbert). Participants will be compensated $30 for their time and effort upon completion of the user study. https://forms.gle/NS1A8Qbdu713Z2Yp8

                      37. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON ULTRASOUND IMAGING OF THE BACK AND TREATMENT OF LOW BACK PAIN – 2nd posting
                      Our research team is recruiting participants with and without low back pain for a study involving ultrasound imaging of the thoracolumbar fascia (a soft-tissue covering over the top of your muscles) and treatment of low back pain. We are looking for individuals (with and without low back pain) between the ages of 18 and 50 with a BMI under 30, no history of spinal surgery within the past year, and cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding. Some participants may see improvement in pain relief, range of motion, and general body function if enrolled in a treatment group. Some compensation will be provided to participants at study completion. https://wanglab.beam.vt.edu/content/dam/wanglab_beam_vt_edu/2025%20TLF%20Flyer%20v6%205-12-25%20Final%20Stamped.pdf

                      38. VIRGINIA TECH STORYTIME STUDY – 3rd posting
                      Study participation involves a 75-minute visit to our lab on the Blacksburg campus of Virginia Tech or two Zoom sessions (Session 1: 40 minutes, Session 2: 35 minutes). During your visit, you and your child will read two storybooks using the interactive platform and answer questions. The session will be audio/video recorded for research purposes. We are looking for children aged between 4 to 6 years and their parents who speak English to participate in a NEW Virginia Tech Storytime Study (IRB# 23-748). The purpose of this study is to evaluate an interactive book reading platform designed by our team, to enhance the joint reading of eBooks by using AI. Families will be compensated with a $25 USD Amazon gift card for their time upon completion of the visit and survey. Please complete the interest form here: https://bit.ly/TaleMate3

                      39. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CYBER-ATTACK DETECTION IN AUTOMATED VEHICLES – 3rd posting
                      The Mind Music and Machine Lab (Industrial and Systems Engineering department) at Virginia Tech is looking for participants for a research study on cyber-attack detection in automated vehicles. This study examines how different types of training influence people’s ability to recognize cyber-attacks and distinguish them from non-attack events while monitoring an automated vehicle. During the study, you will: • Receive one type of training related to cyber-attack detection • Take part in a simulated automated driving session • Observe vehicle interface information during the drive • Decide whether events are cyber-attacks or non-attacks • Complete brief questionnaires about your experience. Qualifications: • Are 18 years or older • Have a valid driver’s license • Have normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing • Fluent in English. Time & Compensation & Location • Duration: Approximately 45 minutes • Compensation: $10 per hour (cash). Pro-rated if you withdraw early. • Location: Whittemore Hall, 568 To participate, please scan the QR code below or visit: https://bookings.cloud.microsoft/book/GayoungBan1@VirginiaTech.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true  This study has been reviewed by the Virginia Tech Institutional Review Board IRB25-1287. This study is being conducted under the supervision of Dr. Myounghoon Jeon (myounghoonjeon@vt.edu).

                      40. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TASK SOLVING USING A GENAI TOOL – 3rd posting
                      This research study explores how people use generative AI (Google AI Studio) to solve and learn software engineering (SE) development tasks (IRB#26-220). Throughout the session, participants will complete a pre-survey, three SE-related tasks, a post-survey, and a brief semi-structured interview, which take about 120 minutes. Participants will be compensated $30 for their time upon completion of the study. If you are interested in participating in this study, please complete the eligibility form. After completing the form, you will receive an email with next steps.
                      https://forms.gle/XN1rr9soeoWkJEZDA. Need more information? Please check the following link for the study information sheet https://virginiatech-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/huayu98_vt_edu/IQDQxs5_YVgwSaj8mKBlm6-hAVl8e5bd8OYBGLIxeE55v_s?e=tld6hm.

                      41. FLIP THE FAIR 2026 – 3rd posting
                      Join us for Flip the Fair 2026! Flip the Fair is a flipped science fair where graduate students present their research science-fair-style on tri-fold poster boards, and 5th graders judge them! Prizes awarded to the best presenters! This year’s event will be held at the Melrose Branch of the Roanoke Public Library on Oct. 1st from 8am-2pm. Sign up no later than September 11th. Want to participate but don’t have time to do a poster? Sign up to volunteer at the event instead, no later than September 25th!
                      Presenter sign up: https://gs.vt.edu/2a
                      Volunteer sign up:https://gs.vt.edu/2b

                      Upcoming Events

                      42. TOUR OF THE LYRIC THEATRE – FREE MOVIE PASS
                      Tuesday, September 8, 3:00pm, The Lyric Theatre, 135 College Ave
                      Join us for a tour of the historic Lyric Theatre in downtown Blacksburg! Learn about the history, 1930s design of the theatre, and about opportunities to volunteer and receive free movie passes and refreshments as a volunteer. Everyone who attends the tour will receive a free movie pass! We will also have a drawing for a door prize for a gift car to Sugar Magnolia (must be present to win). We will meet in the Lyric Theatre lobby 5-10 minutes before the start of the tour at 3:00. Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/UNXhnuijX1

                      43. FREE WORKSHOP: FINDING RESOURCES FOR LITERATURE REVIEWS IN THE SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
                      Tuesday, September 8, 3:30pm- 4:45pm, Zoom
                      You’ve been assigned to write a literature review in the social sciences…but how do you get started? What kinds of literature reviews are there? Where should you search? How do you know what search terms to use? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this session. By the end of this session, you’ll be able to identify different types of literature reviews, find relevant databases, and create effective search terms. This workshop will focus on research in the social and behavioral sciences, such as education, communication, human development, psychology, and sociology. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17221084

                      44. FREE WORKSHOP: INTRODUCTION TO LATEX WITH OVERLEAF
                      Wednesday, September 9, 2:30-4pm, Zoom
                      Come learn how to get started with this popular coding tool for writing technical papers! LaTeX (pronounced Lay-tech or Lah-tech) is a free typesetting system designed for technical publications that can be used for many writing projects. Be ready to code along with the instructor during this interactive workshop while you learn how to create your first article, how to add content including text, figures and citations, where to learn more about using LaTeX, and how to get the most out of Overleaf. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/17221164

                      45. THIS IS HOME: FINDING BELONGING FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
                      Wednesday, September 10, 12:00-1:30 pm, GLC Room C
                      join us for this luncheon event on belonging and learning how to thrive where you are. Our speaker is Melody Warnick, author of the books, If You Could Live Anywhere, and  This is Where You Belong – Finding Home Wherever You Are. Learn how you can make intentional choices to develop a sense of belonging. This is a partnered event with Hokie Wellness and Cook Counseling, who will be present to share resources.  Space is limited, and registration is required.  Sign up on a first -come, first served basis. If registration exceeds capacity, we will maintain a waiting list. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/EqpUA4rUph

                      46. EXPLORE CAREERS IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY
                      Friday, September 11, 1-2pm, Zoom
                      Learn about the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships (STPF), the Pathways to Policy Fellowship (PPF), and other opportunities to put your scientific expertise to work beyond the lab. The session will cover our fellowship programs, placement areas, eligibility requirements, the application process, and tips for putting together a competitive application. https://forms.gle/3VwqGmXuc2tqzKMj7

                      47.  WRITING RETREAT SERIES: SEPTEMBER 14TH
                      Monday, September 14, 9am-4pm, Recurring monthly, Graduate Life Center, Room A & Zoom
                      Work on your next conference paper, master’s thesis, dissertation, or job application materials in great company! Join The Graduate School for Keeping the Pace, a FREE writing retreat! Learn or actively implement SMART goals for your writing, techniques for budgeting your time, and get some good work done. We have morning (8:30am – 12:30pm), afternoon (1pm – 5pm) and full-day (8:30am – 5:00pm) options for participation. Lunch will be provided for the full-day in-person option. Virtual/Zoom option also available. This is a graduate student only event. Registration required. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjek45su5QguhJkpUAcvEXaG5UMEJFVlAxS0c5UlNVNzhUWDQyQTJGSlpYNyQlQCN0PWcu

                      48. PART-TIME GRADUATE STUDENT GROUP
                      Wednesday, September 16, 12-1 pm, GLC room C, & ZoomAre you a part-time student seeking community, accountability, and motivation in your graduate school journey? Connect with other part-time graduate students in navigating the unique challenges and accomplishments of part-time graduate work. This session will cover information on the impact of being part-time on academic progress and deadlines. Feel free to enjoy your lunch during the meeting, whether on Zoom or in-person – bring your own lunch. Register here, if attending via Zoom, link is provided when registering.  https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/gB7ZHFGWP7

                      49. DIGITAL STORYTELLING WITH ArcGIS STORYMAPS FOR RESEARCH AND TEACHING
                      Wednesday, September 16, 2-4pm, Zoom
                      Interested in turning maps and research data into engaging digital stories? Join us for Digital Storytelling with ArcGIS StoryMaps for Research and Teaching Workshop on September 16, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. This session will be held online and is open to students, faculty, researchers, and anyone curious about mapping and digital storytelling. In this session, Imma Mwanja, Geospatial Data Curator, and Mariam Ismail, Digital Projects Coordinator, will introduce ArcGIS StoryMaps and explore how maps, images, audio, video, and text can work together to communicate research in meaningful and accessible ways. You’ll leave with practical strategies for creating interactive StoryMaps for research, teaching, and public engagement.. https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/teachingandlearning/courses/lib226-092326

                      50. WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS 
                      Monday, September 21, 10am-12:20pm, Graduate Life Center MPR
                      Description: All graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and anyone else interested in strengthening their research proposal skills are encouraged to attend this workshop. Presenters will share practical tips, resources, and strategies for writing competitive proposals and improving your chances of securing funding. The session will cover approaches to developing strong, well-structured proposals, along with an overview of university resources available to support proposal writing and submission. Breakout sessions will offer more targeted guidance on proposal development for NIH, NSF, USDA, NEA, and others. This is an in-person event, open to all interested participants. Lunch will be provided (please bring your own bottle or beverage). Register here: https://gs.vt.edu/proposals.
                      Questions? Contact jhazelwood4@vt.edu  

                      51. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: NETWORKING SKILLS
                      Monday, September 28, 3- 4:30pm, recurring monthly, location will be sent with registration confirmation
                      Take this opportunity to hone valuable communication skills with peers and grow your community at Virginia Tech. This month’s focus is on developing your networking skills. Whether you’re preparing for conferences, interviews, or future career opportunities, or simply wanting to meet new people, this event offers a fun and low-pressure environment to connect and engage while developing valuable networking skills.  There will be limited seating for this event, so register to reserve your spot now. This event is strictly alcohol-free and will have delicious, well-crafted mocktails available for registered attendees to enjoy!  With limited seating, you will be sent an invitation after registration confirming your registration. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjeq4qEKlDQiJMsd9rTXxrMuZUNk1FQ0IxR0FMMUFYRFIxNDZMM1IxQlNLSC4u

                      52. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS
                      Tuesday, September 29, 1:00pm, Zoom (link provided upon registration)
                      Ever feel like everyone else has it all figured out and you don’t? You are not alone. many graduate and professional students experience imposter fears. Join the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE) and the Cook Counseling Center to learn how to recognize these fears, respond with confidence, and support your continued growth. Please register for this virtual event. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeE3Wwrqs7I6r8omxCrP-_49PTPqSlsU5Cxg5US2KcMXX9QZQ/viewform

                      53. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026
                      Wednesday, October 7, 12-1pm, online
                      The five-part series is designed for Ph.D. students who want to better understand the advantages and challenges of pursuing a postdoctoral position. Meets weekly from October 7th through October 28th with a special virtual panel session planned for November 11th. Sessions will cover what to look for in a postdoc and provide practical strategies for effective networking. https://www.research.vt.edu/about/postdoctoral-associates/postdoctoral-events-programs/pursuing-a-postdoc-proactively-2026.html

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                      0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

                      This Week’s Events: 

                      1. FIRST DAY DONUTS –  Monday
                      2. AIMS OF EDUCATION ADDRESS FEATURING DR. SHANNON VALLOR, AI ETHICIST  – Monday
                      3. GLC CAFÉ – Wednesday & Thursday 
                      4. YOU’VE GOT A NEW RESEARCH PROJECT. HOW CAN THE LIBRARY HELP? – Wednesday
                      5. IGNITING CONNECTIONS PARENT SERIES – HOME HABITS THAT HELP KIDS THRIVE – Thursday
                      6. SVPE OFFICE HOURS – Thursday
                      7. LISTENING SESSION FOR PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH – Thursday
                      8. MOSQUITOES EAT NECTAR?? HOW FLOWERS FUEL MOSQUITOES – Thursday
                      9. FIRST GPSS MEETING OF THE YEAR – Thursday
                      10. DONUTS, DEANS, AND DOGS! – Friday
                      11. GAC & YAP: LOOPING YOU IN FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS AND TEA – Friday
                      12. PUTTING DOWN ROOTS – MAKE A PLANT PROPAGATION STATION – Friday

                      Administrative Announcements:   

                      1. SUBSCRIBE TO UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES’ RESEARCH SERVICES NEWSLETTER – 1st posting
                      2. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT – 1st posting
                      3. ASSOCIATE TEACHING PROGRAM – CIRTL AT VIRGINIA TECH – 1st posting
                      4. CAREER READY KICK OFF SERIES – 1st posting
                      5. GRADUATE STUDENT PERMIT PARKING – 1st posting
                      6. TEACHING-RELATED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES – THE CIRTL NETWORK – 2nd posting
                      7. COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE FOR GTA INSTRUCTORS OF RECORD – 2nd posting
                      8. RESEARCH TOOLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS VIRTUAL WORKSHOP SERIES – 3rd posting
                      9. GRAD 5124: RESEARCH SKILLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 3rd posting
                      10. CHILD CARE SURVEY – 3rd posting
                      11. REGISTER NOW FOR FALL 2026 LEADERSHIP COURSES – 3rd posting

                      Jobs

                      1. COMMUNICATIONS INTERN IN SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND EDUCATION – 1st posting

                      Funding Opportunities:

                      1. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARDS 2026 – DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

                      Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                      1. APPLY TO REVIEW TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 1st posting (1/1)
                      2. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GPSS RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM CO-CHAIR POSITION FOR 2026-2027 – 1st posting
                      3. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR XR OBJECT-FINDING STUDY – 1st posting (1/1)
                      4. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI TOOL USER STUDY – 1st posting (1/2)
                      5. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON ULTRASOUND IMAGING OF THE BACK AND TREATMENT OF LOW BACK PAIN – 1st posting
                      6. VIRGINIA TECH STORYTIME STUDY – 2nd posting
                      7. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CYBER-ATTACK DETECTION IN AUTOMATED VEHICLES –  2nd posting
                      8. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TASK SOLVING USING A GENAI TOOL – 2nd  posting
                      9. FLIP THE FAIR 2026 – 2nd posting
                      10. ADVERSARIAL AUDIO DISTRACTION IN MIXED REALITY – 3rd posting
                      11. AI-EMBEDDED IMMERSIVE COMPUTATIONAL NOTEBOOK FOR EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION – 3rd posting
                      12. DETECTIVE IN VIRTUAL REALITY – 3rd posting

                      Upcoming Events:    

                      1. OPEN EATING DISORDER AND BODY IMAGE THERAPY GROUP – August 31
                      2. WELCOME TO/BACK PICNIC: A WEEKS OF WELCOME EVENT WITH THE APIDA + CENTER AND NSFP – September 1
                      3. GRADUATE RESOURCE FAIR – September 1
                      4. GROCERY BINGO – September 1
                      5. POPPING INTO PREVENTION – September 2
                      6. MONTHLY TRAINING: HOW TO NAVIGATE INTERSTRIDE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR JOB & INTERNSHIP SEARCH – September 2
                      7. LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING DR. LINSEY MARR – SEPTEMBER 4
                      8. TOUR OF THE LYRIC THEATRE – FREE MOVIE PASS –  September 8
                      9. WRITING RETREAT SERIES: SEPTEMBER 14
                      10. DIGITAL STORYTELLING WITH ARCGIS STORYMAPS FOR RESEARCH AND TEACHING – September 16
                      11. WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS –  September 21
                      12. MOCKTAIL MONDAY: NETWORKING SKILLS –  September 28
                      13. NAVIGATING IMPOSTER FEARS –  September 29
                      14. PURSUING A POSTDOC PROACTIVELY 2026 – October 7

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                      0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

                      This Week’s Events: 

                      1. SURVEY DATA COLLECTION JUMPSTART – Monday
                      2. INTRO TO PYTHON FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP –  Tuesday
                      3. INTRO TO R FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP – Wednesday
                      4. GLC CAFÉ – Thursday  Cancelled
                      5. MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME - Thursday
                      6. GPSS WELCOME BACK SOCIAL – FREE FOOD AND FUN! – Friday
                      7. BACK 2 SCHOOL BASH: APIDA CAUCUS SOCIAL – Friday

                      Administrative Announcements:   

                      1. TEACHING-RELATED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES – THE CIRTL NETWORK – 1st posting
                      2. COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE FOR GTA INSTRUCTORS OF RECORD – 1st posting
                      3. CHILDCARE OPENINGS – 1st posting (1/1)
                      4. RESEARCH TOOLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS VIRTUAL WORKSHOP SERIES – 2nd  posting
                      5. GRAD 5124: RESEARCH SKILLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 2nd posting
                      6. CHILD CARE SURVEY – 2nd posting
                      7. REGISTER NOW FOR FALL 2026 LEADERSHIP COURSES – 2nd posting

                      Jobs

                                      None at this time

                      Funding Opportunities:

                      None at this time

                      Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                      1. APPLY TO REVIEW TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 1st posting (1/1)
                      2. VIRGINIA TECH STORYTIME STUDY – 1st posting
                      3. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CYBER-ATTACK DETECTION IN AUTOMATED VEHICLES – 1st posting
                      4. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TASK SOLVING USING A GENAI TOOL – 1st posting
                      5. FLIP THE FAIR 2026 – 2nd posting
                      6. ADVERSARIAL AUDIO DISTRACTION IN MIXED REALITY – 2nd posting
                      7. AI-EMBEDDED IMMERSIVE COMPUTATIONAL NOTEBOOK FOR EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION – 2nd posting
                      8. DETECTIVE IN VIRTUAL REALITY – 2nd posting

                      Upcoming Events:    

                      1. FIRST DAY DONUTS –  August 24
                      2. YOU’VE GOT A NEW RESEARCH PROJECT. HOW CAN THE LIBRARY HELP? – August 26
                      3. IGNITING CONNECTIONS PARENT SERIES – HOME HABITS THAT HELP KIDS THRIVE – August 27,
                      4. SVPE OFFICE HOURS – August 27
                      5. LISTENING SESSION FOR PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH – August 27
                      6. MOSQUITOES EAT NECTAR?? HOW FLOWERS FUEL MOSQUITOES – August 27
                      1. WELCOME TO/BACK PICNIC: A WEEKS OF WELCOME EVENT WITH THE APIDA + CENTER AND NSFP – September 1
                      2. PUTTING DOWN ROOTS – MAKE A PLANT PROPAGATION STATION- August 28,
                      3. GROCERY BINGO – September 1
                      4. MONTHLY TRAINING: HOW TO NAVIGATE INTERSTRIDE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR JOB & INTERNSHIP SEARCH – September 2
                      5. LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING DR. LINSEY MARR – SEPTEMBER 4

                       0. Ongoing Services – Updated August 17, 2026

                      • GRADUATE SCHOOL: Graduate School hours: In-person advising, drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials, and a space to study and take a break! Visit 120 GLC for walk-in hours, 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday, Phone 540 231-8636 or email grads@vt.edu. If you prefer Zoom advising: request one-on-one assistantship or academic advising by using our online request form to set-up a Zoom session.   
                      • CAREER ADVISING: schedule a career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html.
                      • COOK COUNSELING: Students can call 540-231-6557 to schedule an appointment with the embedded counselor with their program, or other Cook counselors.  
                      • FOOD SHARE CABINET: Located in GLC Wellness Room (Room G). Accessible to graduate students 24/7 byswiping in with your Hokie Passport
                      • WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/   
                      • GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573   

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                      0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

                      This Week’s Events: 

                      1. SCIENCE POLICY AND ADVOCACY WITH FASEB – Monday
                      2. GLC CAFÉ – Thursday

                      Administrative Announcements:   

                      1. RESEARCH TOOLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS VIRTUAL WORKSHOP SERIES – 1st posting
                      2. GRAD 5124: RESEARCH SKILLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 1st posting
                      3. CHILD CARE SURVEY – 1st posting
                      4. STEM-H POLICY METHODS COURSE – 1st posting (1/1)
                      5. REGISTER NOW FOR FALL 2026 LEADERSHIP COURSES – 1st posting

                      Jobs

                      1. GA POSITION IN GRADUATE SCHOOL IT – 2nd  posting (2/2)

                      Funding Opportunities:

                      None at this time

                      Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                      1. FLIP THE FAIR 2026 – 1st posting
                      2. ADVERSARIAL AUDIO DISTRACTION IN MIXED REALITY – 1st posting
                      3. AI-EMBEDDED IMMERSIVE COMPUTATIONAL NOTEBOOK FOR EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION – 1st posting
                      4. DETECTIVE IN VIRTUAL REALITY – 1st posting
                      5. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CHICKPEA PASTA TASTE TEST! – 2nd posting (2/2)
                      6. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd posting
                      7. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 3rd posting
                      8. INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN A MUSIC & EMOTION RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd posting

                      Upcoming Events:    

                      1. SURVEY DATA COLLECTION JUMPSTART – August 17
                      2. INTRO TO PYTHON FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP –  August 18
                      3. INTRO TO R FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP – August 19
                      4. MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME - August 20
                      5. GPSS WELCOME BACK SOCIAL – FREE FOOD AND FUN! – August 21
                      6. FIRST DAY DONUTS –  August 24
                      7. LISTENING SESSION FOR PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH – August 27

                       0. Ongoing Services – June 8– August 16, 2026

                      • GRADUATE SCHOOL: The GLC will be closed to the public, including all graduate students, between June 8 – August 16, due to renovations in the Squires Student Center. All GLC swipe card access will be terminated during this period. There will be no drop-in student services during this time. For assistance students may email grads@vt.edu, call 540 231-8636 or schedule Zoom advising: request one-on-one assistantship or academic advising by using our online request form to set-up a Zoom session. 
                      • GRADUATE OMBUDS: contact for appointment at gradombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573. Services will be available in the Newman Library in Room 427 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 10:00am-3:00pm. Students may schedule in-person meetings in this space.
                      • GLC CAFE will be moved to the CID on Thursdays only, 3:30-5pm.
                      • GLC FOOD SHARE PANTRY will be moved to the Graduate Student Lounge located on the 4th floor of Newman Library
                      • NOTARY SERVICES must be arranged in advance by emailing to grads@vt.edu or to the individual notaries to set up an appointment.  Recommended location to meet the student: Newman Library.
                      • CAREER ADVISING: schedule a career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html.
                      • COOK COUNSELING: Students can call 540-231-6557 to schedule an appointment with the embedded counselor with their program, or other Cook counselors.  
                      • FOOD SHARE CABINET: Located in the Graduate Student Lounge on the 4th floor of Newman library. Accessible to graduate students byswiping in with your Hokie Passport.
                      • WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/   

                      This Week’s Events  

                      1. SCIENCE POLICY AND ADVOCACY WITH FASEB
                      Monday, August 10, 4-5pm, Zoom
                      The landscape of science policy and advocacy in the United States is shifting rapidly and understanding how to navigate it has never been more important for early-career researchers. This talk offers an overview of the current science policy environment, with a focus on how federal agencies and Congress shape the conditions under which biomedical and biological research is funded and conducted. Drawing on her experience working at the intersection of research and federal policy at FASEB, Dr. Cobb will walk attendees through the key players, processes, and topics that define science policy today. Attendees will leave with a clearer picture of how policy decisions affect their work and a practical sense of the pathways available to scientists who want to engage. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/CYzcDNKcQAm188zEUv0-kg

                      2. GLC CAFÉ
                      Thursday, August 13, 3:30-5pm, CID
                      Join us for the last summer 2026 GLC Café in the CID lobby! From  June 10 – August 13, the GLC Café will be held in the CID Lobby. Next week we return to the GLC reading room. Enjoy free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your grad student and Grad School colleagues. Relax, network, and load up on caffeine and/or carbs. Bring your own mug if you can. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Barron, lbarron@vt.edu.

                      Administrative Announcements  

                      3. RESEARCH TOOLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS VIRTUAL WORKSHOP SERIES – 1st posting
                      There’s a lot to learn in graduate school, and the library can help! This fall, the library will offer a series of free workshops (offered live via Zoom) to help you develop the research skills you need to succeed in graduate school. Learn about literature reviews and database searching, citation management, data management, developing your scholarly presence, AI tools for researchers, and more. For registration links and detailed information about each workshop, visit guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

                      4. GRAD 5124: RESEARCH SKILLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 1st posting
                      Take your research to the next level! GRAD 5124 (Research Skills for Graduate Students) is an asynchronous, one-credit, fully-online course offered by the University Libraries in Fall 2026. Students will develop skills that will prepare them for research in graduate school and beyond. Three discipline-specific sections are offered, so read the course descriptions in Hokie SPA to select the best option for you. Any questions should be directed to Lisa Russell at lisab5@vt.edu.

                      5. CHILD CARE SURVEY – 1st posting
                      The Virginia Tech Center for Economic and Community Engagement, along with VT Early Childhood Initiatives, the Community Foundation of the New River Valley, and OnwardNRV, is surveying parents and guardians across the New River Valley Region. Please take 10-15 minutes to share your anonymous feedback so local needs and barriers can be better
                      Survey Link: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/

                      6.STEM-H POLICY METHODS COURSE – 1st posting (1/1)
                      Research at the interface of STEM, health sciences, and policy is more important than ever. Spaces are still open in STAT/SPIA/PSCI 5134, a graduate methods elective course open to students in any discipline who want to learn tools for conducting and explaining research to policymakers. The course covers open science, system and agent-based models, network and topic models, geospatial data, participatory designs, and more. For more information, visit the STEP program webpage (https://step.vt.edu) or email ndporter@vt.edu. You do not need to be in the STEP minor to take this course.

                      7. REGISTER NOW FOR FALL 2026 LEADERSHIP COURSES – 1st posting
                      Leadership courses available Fall 2026: LDRS 5464 (CRN 87396) in-person: LEADERSHIP IN GLOBAL SOCIETY Identification and development of the personal and professional competencies required for effective leadership in an increasingly global society. LDRS 5534 (CRN 87397) virtual: LEADING WITH COGNITIVE DIVERSITY Theoretical perspectives, processes and techniques utilized in problem solving, both adaptively and innovatively. Individual cognitive preference for working to effect change. LDRS 4454 (CRN 92117) TOXIC LEADERSHIP Toxic leadership, impacts and outcomes on leaders, followers, and the organizational environment. ALCE 5224 (CRN 92116) virtual: TEAM SCIENCE COOPERATIVE WORK Theoretical and conceptual basis for thinking about, guiding, and supporting team science and cooperative processes for interdisciplinary research, programming, and outreach. Questions? Contact Dr Jerald Walz at jhwalz@vt.edu.

                      Jobs   

                      8. GA POSITION IN GRADUATE SCHOOL IT – 2nd posting (2/2)
                      The Graduate School seeks a full time (20hr/week) graduate assistant to assist with the maintenance of existing and development of new IT tools that support our business processes. Responsibilities: support projects in the department, including maintaining on-prem JAVA-based applications and the transitioning of AWS applications to on-prem servers; collaborate with Grad School team members; manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines; share project updates and address issues or concerns; maintain technical and user documentation and assist with report preparation. Qualifications: eligible for graduate assistantship; strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret and utilize information from diverse sources; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; strong communication skills; willingness to take initiative and contribute ideas to projects; JAVA development experience, Cloud development experience (AWS, M365); PHP development experience preferred. Start Sep 1 or later; end Dec 24; renewable with conditions To apply, complete this form and upload your resume at https://gs.vt.edu/itgaapp by Aug 14.

                      Funding Opportunities: 
                      None at this time

                      Volunteers and Research Participants Sought 

                      9. FLIP THE FAIR 2026 – 1st posting
                      Join us for Flip the Fair 2026! Flip the Fair is a flipped science fair where graduate students present their research science-fair-style on tri-fold poster boards, and 5th graders judge them! Prizes awarded to the best presenters! This year’s event will be held at the Melrose Branch of the Roanoke Public Library on Oct. 1st from 8am-2pm. Sign up no later than September 11th. Want to participate but don’t have time to do a poster? Sign up to volunteer at the event instead, no later than September 25th!
                      Presenter sign up: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DhGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjehN11gr_cC9DvUFhCOic4EVURVdSUUg2MUg0UUZCOUFZTDZTM0dSWjdORS4u&data=05%7C02%7Cmacykp%40vt.edu%7Cd4507ab81ac64bb39d3708deee78b753%7C6095688410ad40fa863d4f32c1e3a37a%7C0%7C0%7C639210399428864139%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=9jNaxBahsQW5oJYWRnhEN36wpuozhLC7OUDNO0VrsJA%3D&reserved=0 
                      Volunteer sign up: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2FPages%2FResponsePage.aspx%3Fid%3DhGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjehN11gr_cC9DvUFhCOic4EVUNVNaVjJPVTdMTk4yT0c5MVkwOVcwMUpBRi4u&data=05%7C02%7Cmacykp%40vt.edu%7Cd4507ab81ac64bb39d3708deee78b753%7C6095688410ad40fa863d4f32c1e3a37a%7C0%7C0%7C639210399428900939%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=adq%2BgWlwbkkmfyfd7rABByHqDn872eTW%2BvsN4YtuVzQ%3D&reserved=0

                      10. ADVERSARIAL AUDIO DISTRACTION IN MIXED REALITY – 1st posting
                      The 3DI Group at Virginia Tech is conducting research with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to investigate how distracting audio can affect user performance in mixed reality (MR) and how these effects may be mitigated. Participants will wear an MR headset and complete simultaneous visual-search and audio-reporting tasks. Participant qualifications: Native English speakers who are 18 years of age or older, have normal or corrected-to-normal vision, and have no known hearing, speech, motor, or facial-movement disorders. Compensation $20. Sign up link: https://outlook.office.com/book/AdversarialAudioDistractioninMixedReality@VirginiaTech.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled

                      11. AI-EMBEDDED IMMERSIVE COMPUTATIONAL NOTEBOOK FOR EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION -1st posting
                      We are recruiting participants for a study to understand how data science artifacts can be organized in virtual reality using a VR headset (Meta Quest 3) and a controller. The research is aimed at people working in data science who use the computational notebook (e.g., Jupyter Notebooks). Participants must be at least 18 years old and have perfect or corrected vision (with contacts or glasses is ok). Compensation $28. For more information contact Ayush Roy ayushroy24@vt.edu

                      12. DETECTIVE IN VIRTUAL REALITY – 1st posting
                      Our team is investigating ways to enhance asynchronous collaborative sensemaking activities, such as intelligence analysis with immersive technologies. Participants will be given a case file involving a hypothetical nationwide terrorist attack. The participants will try to solve the case with 3D interaction techniques while moving around in an indoor area. The entire experimental session will take a maximum of 90 minutes. Participation is entirely voluntary. Participant qualifications: 18+ years old, normal vision or corrected with contact lens (glasses not supported) and able to read and speak English. Compensation: $30 Amazon gift card upon completing both sessions. Screening Questionnaire/Interest Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjerMV1OpAzydNiGjeOVvpLZBUOUdKNzNBNzBLR1FNNVhXTTFQUDdWRlBVTC4u

                      13. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CHICKPEA PASTA TASTE TEST! – 2nd posting (2/2)
                      The VT Sensory Evaluation Lab (VT SEL) is conducting a taste test on CHICKPEA PASTA. The test will be conducted on August 12th and 13th from 9am-5pm. Take the screener survey below and express your interest. You will receive an additional email to sign up for a timeslot if you qualify for the study: https://vt.compusensecloud.com/edu/login.aspx?t=95e5a3e6-6f93-4fbf-ab3e-e32d988d9390.  Recruiting volunteers who are: 18 years or older. Qualifications: Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding, No known food allergies or sensitivities to CHICKPEA PASTA (Chickpeas, fava/faba bean, pea starch, tapioca, xanthan gum); Interested in tasting several samples of CHICKPEA PASTA.
                      When: Wednesday, August 12th and Thursday, August 13th from 9am-5pm. Registration Required!
                      Time Commitment: One ~25-minute session
                      Where: Sensory Evaluation Lab, Room 205, HABB1 Building, Virginia Tech (1230 Washington St SW). FREE PARKING FOR STUDY PARTICIPANTS!
                      Compensation: $10 Gift Card, and participants will receive a snack after the session and gain experience in sensory evaluation techniques. Contact: For more information, contact Jeri Smith at jkost07@vt.edu.

                      14. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd  posting
                      The 3D Interaction Group is recruiting participants for our study involving Mixed Reality (MR) technology. Participants will be asked to complete a series of target selection trials using direct touch input with the Apple Vision Pro (Photo attached). We expect the experiment to take around 90 minutes to complete. Qualifications: You may be eligible for this research if you:
                      • Are 18 years of age or older
                      • Have normal or corrected vision (Contacts only. Glasses are NOT supported.)
                      • Are proficient in spoken and written English
                      • Do not have a history of severe motion sickness
                      • Are not pregnant
                      • Have no motor limitations and full range of motion in your dominant arm
                      Your participation in our study is entirely voluntary, and you can withdraw from the study at any time with no penalty to you or your university status. If you are interested in possibly participating in the study, complete the eligibility form. After completing the form, you will receive an email with next steps.
                      This study has been approved, as required, by the Institutional Review Board of Virginia Tech under protocol #26-420. https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aaPegZFOQI7KTlA

                      15. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 3rd posting
                      This research study is focused on the experiences of Black Men Athletes (BMAs) who are alumni of Division-I (D1) Power-5 Conference (P5) Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs). The goal is to better understand how Black men student-athlete alumni define and experienced anti-Black racism while participating in collegiate athletics at PWIs. Must be a Black man student-athlete alum (between 2015-2025) who attended a Division-I Power-5 conference (SEC, ACC, Pac-12, Pac-10, Big10) predominantly white institution. https://forms.gle/X6qAAgA23xGbyRpu7

                      16. INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN A MUSIC & EMOTION RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd posting
                      This research study conducted at Virginia Tech explores how people experience music and interact with computer-based music systems. (IRB # 25-1174). Participants will wear small, non-invasive sensors (similar to fitness trackers) while listening to or interacting with music using a computer-based system. You may also be asked to complete brief surveys about your experience. Participation will take approximately 1–2 hours, and all activities will take place in a seated lab or studio setting. (220 Gilbert St. – Gilbert Place – Room 3201) Participation is completely voluntary, and you may choose not to participate or stop at any time without penalty. The compensation will be prorated at $10 an hour for participation. The study involves minimal risk and does not include medical treatment or invasive procedures. Eligibility: 18 years of age or older; No prior musical training or technical experience is required. Conditions that will exclude you from the study:  Known cardiovascular conditions affecting measures; Current meds substantially altering HR/SpO₂/GSR; Adhesive intolerance; Hearing less than the standard human comfortable range of hearing; Unwilling to remove jewelry/nail polish that obstructs sensors. Please email justinkerobo@vt.edu or book a session at: https://outlook.office.com/book/DesigningPhysiologicalConnectionsinAI@VirginiaTech.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled . The researcher (Justin Kerobo – justinkerobo@vt.edu) will provide additional details. VT IRB # 25-1174

                      Upcoming Events

                       17. SURVEY DATA COLLECTION JUMPSTART
                      Monday, August 17, 9am-3:30pm, University Mall 2104, Blacksburg Campus or on Zoom
                      Are you looking to expand your research survey design and data collection skills? Then sign up for the Survey Data Collection Jumpstart workshop and get the training you need to start building and administering a survey at Virginia Tech in one day, with optional one-on-one consultation with VT data professionals! The workshop will provide an overview of major survey collection tools at Virginia Tech and a space to practice designing a survey with the tool of your choice led by an expert survey professional at VT. The workshop will conclude with tips for designing effective surveys to get the best data for your research. The workshop is open to all VT faculty, staff, and students. You do not need any experience with survey design, software, or data collection and analysis to participate. https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/4hourshybrid/courses/lib225-081726

                      18. INTRO TO PYTHON FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP
                      Tuesday, August 18, 9am-4:30pm, University Mall 2104, Blacksburg Campus or on Zoom
                      Interested in improving your research data and computing skills? Join us for a hands-on workshop to help you get started or enhance your data analysis skills in Python in Blacksburg or online. Learn how to work with data in Python using the JupyterLab interface, use different data types, and build reproducible data pipelines, whether or not you have any experience with coding or data analysis. The workshop is open to all members of the VT community. You do not need any experience with the software to participate, but you will need access to a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/4hourshybrid/courses/lib164-081826

                      19. INTRO TO R FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP
                      Wednesday, August 19, 9am-4:30pm,University Mall 2104, Blacksburg Campus or on Zoom
                      Interested in improving your research data and computing skills? Join us for a hands-on workshop to help you get started or enhance your data analysis skills in R in Blacksburg or online. Learn how to work with data in R and RStudio, analyze your data using summary statistics, and begin to make data visualizations, whether or not you have any experience with coding or data analysis. The workshop is open to all members of the VT community. You do not need any experience with the software to participate, but you will need access to a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/4hourshybrid/courses/lib165-081926

                      20. MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME 
                      Thursday, August 20, 4:30-6pm, GLC Multipurpose Room  
                      Connect with new and returning students, Graduate School staff, and resources that can help you settle in and succeed in Blacksburg. Free refreshments for all. Prizes will be given out to help you decorate or make your new home more comfortable and welcoming.  This event replaces the weekly GLC café just this one time. The café will return to the regular schedule next week. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ykdXKm194t

                      21. GPSS WELCOME BACK SOCIAL – FREE FOOD AND FUN!
                      Friday, August 21, 4:30-6pm, GLC Multipurpose Room and Lawn
                      Calling all new and returning VT graduate and professional students! Join us for free food at the MPR, karaoke, lawn games, music, and great company. Come hang out, reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and have a blast before the semester kicks off. Whether you’re into chill lawn games or ready to grab the mic for karaoke, there’s something for everyone!
                      Be sure to RSVP at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/WRdfvk1Srm and save a copy of your receipt for check-in. If you have any accessibility needs, don’t hesitate to reach out to gpss@vt.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!

                      22. FIRST DAY DONUTS
                      Monday, August 24, 9:00-10:30am, GLC 120
                      Welcome, new and returning students! Drop by GLC 120 to enjoy donuts and coffee on the first day of classes!  Grab and go, or stay to meet Graduate School staff, get answers to your questions, and learn about resources and support available for graduate students. No RSVP – donuts and coffee will be served on a first come, first-served basis while supplies last.

                      23. LISTENING SESSION FOR PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH
                      Thursday, August 27, 5-6pm, GLC Multipurpose Room/ZOOM
                      The Presidential Search Committee wants to hear directly from graduate and professional students. Join the listening session on Thursday, August 27 at 5:00 PM in the Graduate Life Center Multipurpose Room or via Zoom to share what you want in the next Virginia Tech president. Come ready to talk about the opportunities and challenges ahead, how we should measure the next president’s success, and what the university needs to sustain, improve, or start doing. This is a rare chance to shape a decision that will affect graduate students for years. The session runs right before the first GPSS meeting of the semester, so you can attend both in one trip. The Zoom link, calendar invite, and a form for submitting input if you can’t attend are all available at the link https://gpss.vt.edu/index/email-announcements.html

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                      August 3-9, 2026

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                      0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

                      This Week’s Events: 

                      1. SUMMER WRITING DROP-INN – Monday
                      2. HOW TO NAVIGATE INTERSTRIDE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR JOB & INTERNSHIP SEARCH – Wednesday
                      3. GLC CAFÉ – Thursday
                      4. PREPARING FOR THE FALL 2026 FACULTY JOB MARKET AND BEYOND – Friday

                      Administrative Announcements:   

                      1. LEADERSHIP GRADUATE CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE – 3rd posting

                      Jobs

                      1. GA POSITION IN GRADUATE SCHOOL IT – 1st posting
                      2. GA POSITION IN WORK-BASED LEARNING DATA GOVERNANCE AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 3rd posting

                      Funding Opportunities:

                      None at this time

                      Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                      1. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR CHICKPEA PASTA TASTE TEST! – 1st posting
                      2. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
                      3. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 2nd posting
                      4. INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN A MUSIC & EMOTION RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
                      5. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A CONSTRUCTIVE AND DESTRUCTIVE TASK IN VR – 3rd posting
                      6. ANONYMOUS SURVEY – GRADUATE STUDENT WELL-BEING PEER MENTOR PROGRAM – 3rd posting

                      Upcoming Events:    

                      1. SCIENCE POLICY AND ADVOCACY WITH FASEB – August 10
                      2. SURVEY DATA COLLECTION JUMPSTART – August 17
                      3. INTRO TO PYTHON FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP –  August 18
                      4. INTRO TO R FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP – August 19

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                      July 27 – 31, 2026

                      To see full descriptions for any item in the summary list, please click on the continue reading link below the list.

                             0.   Ongoing Services – updated June 2026   

                      This Week’s Events: 

                      1. SUMMER WRITING DROP-INN – Monday
                      2. GLC CAFÉ – Thursday

                      Administrative Announcements:   

                      1. LEADERSHIP GRADUATE CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE – 2nd posting
                      2. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GPSS TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM – UP TO $500 AVAILABLE FOR CONFERENCE EXPENSES – 3rd posting

                      Jobs

                      1. WAGE POSITION – INTERNSHIP WITH LEARNING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM – 1st posting (1/1)
                      2. GA IN SPECIAL COLLECTIONS AND UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES – 1st posting (1/1)
                      3. GRADUATE ASSISTANT – RESEARCH IMPACT & INTELLIGENCE DEPARTMENT, GRADUATE ASSISTANT – 1st posting (1/1)
                      4. GA POSITION IN WORK-BASED LEARNING DATA GOVERNANCE AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 2nd posting

                      Funding Opportunities:

                      None at this time

                      Volunteers and research participants sought: 

                      1. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
                      2. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! BLACK MEN STUDENT-ATHLETE ALUMNI STUDY – 1st posting
                      3. INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN A MUSIC & EMOTION RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
                      4. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A CONSTRUCTIVE AND DESTRUCTIVE TASK IN VR – 2nd  posting
                      5. ANONYMOUS SURVEY – GRADUATE STUDENT WELL-BEING PEER MENTOR PROGRAM – 2nd posting

                      Upcoming Events:    

                      1. SUMMER WRITING DROP-INN – August 3rd
                      2. HOW TO NAVIGATE INTERSTRIDE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR JOB & INTERNSHIP SEARCH – August 5
                      3. PREPARING FOR THE FALL 2026 FACULTY JOB MARKET AND BEYOND – August 7
                      4. SCIENCE POLICY AND ADVOCACY WITH FASEB – August 10
                      5. SURVEY DATA COLLECTION JUMPSTART – August 17
                      6. INTRO TO PYTHON FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP –  August 18
                      7. INTRO TO R FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOP – August 19

                      Continue reading “July 27 – 31, 2026”