Events:
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC – last updated 1/3/18
2. GRAD MINDFULNESS
3. WELLFEST 2018 – STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR
4. LYRIC THEATER TOUR
5. GLC CAFÉ
6. WRITING A WINNING CV/RESUME
7. JOIN IN THE FUN WITH THE LAIGSA WELCOME BACK EVENT
Administrative Announcements:
8. JOIN A HAPPINESS GROUP – 1st posting
9. SIGN UP FOR A COOKING CLASS THROUGH VT RECREATIONAL SPORTS – 1st posting
10. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT – SPACE STILL AVAILABLE – 1st posting
11. VIRGINIA TECH LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD (ISAB) – 1st posting
12. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR GSA SPRING BEER & WINE SOCIAL – 1st posting
13. SUPPORT CAMPUS INCLUSIVITY – SERVE AS A CONVERSATION PARTNER – 1st posting
14. COMMUNITY VOICES SEEKS NEW MEMBERS – 1st posting
15. COMMUNITY CHANGE ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS – 1st posting
16. JEAN B. DUERR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN STUDENTS – 2nd posting
17. ACADEMY FOR GTA EXCELLENCE (VTGRATE) CALL FOR MEMBERSHIP – 2nd posting
18. AETNA STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE OPEN ENROLLMENT – 2nd posting
19. NOMINATIONS FOR GRADUATE STUDENT AWARDS OPEN – 2nd posting
20. NOMINATE OUTSTANDING FACULTY MENTOR(S) FOR MENTOR AWARD – 2nd posting
21. BIOL 5174: WORK/LIFE BALANCE IN ACADEMIA – SPRING 2018 GRADUATE SEMINAR – 3rd posting
Jobs:
22. LIBRARY QUALITATIVE ANALYTICS RESEARCHER – 2nd posting NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Volunteers and research participants sought:
23. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR A WALKING AND RUNNING STUDY – 3rd posting
Upcoming events:
— GROCERY BINGO – Mon, Jan 22
— THEATRE AUDITIONS FOR BICYCLING PLAY – Tues, Jan 23
— LUNCH WITH THE DEAN – Tues, Jan 23
— CAREER FAIR PREP – Jan 25
— LUNCH WITH THE DEAN – Wed, Jan 31
— INTERVIEWING SKILLS – Thurs, Feb 1
— GLC FELLOWS WELCOME SOCIAL – Fri, Feb 2
— GSA SPRING BEER & WINE SOCIAL – Sat, Feb 3
Events
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC – last updated 1/3/2017
– Career Advising: Wednesday, 2:00-5:00pm, Info kiosk in lobby
– Ask the Academy: GTA Walk-In Advising: On hiatus until 1/23/18
– Cook Counseling: Thursdays and Fridays, On hiatus until spring semester
– Graduate School hours: MTThF 8:00-5:00pm, W 9:30-5:00
– Immigration advising hours: MWF 1:00-4:00pm, TTh 9:00am-12:00pm Room 120
– Writing assistance: reserve appointment at https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html
2. GRAD MINDFULNESS
Tuesday, Jan 16, 11:00-11:30am, 5071 Derring Hall
Meets every Tuesday (change from last semester.) At each meeting there will be a short guided mindfulness exercise followed by time to practice on your own. You don’t need to stay for the whole time. Feel free to just drop in, just take care to not disturb others. Here is a link to a cool free mindfulness app! Email lashley@vt.edu with any questions.
3. WELLFEST 2018 – STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR
Tuesday, Jan 16, 4:00-7:00pm, McComas Hall
More than 50 vendors provide useful tools and resources for supporting well-being, plus fun and free activities available like: Archery Tag, Partner Yoga, Stand-up Paddleboard Tag, Dance Like Beyoncé class, massages, and more! Attendees will be entered to win lots of cool prizes such as an Apple Watch, GoPro, Google home, chacos, hydroflask and more. Posted on behalf of Rec Sports, www.recsports.vt.edu.
4. LYRIC THEATER TOUR
Wednesday, Jan. 17, 4:00pm, The Lyric Theater lobby
Tour the Lyric Theatre to experience the 1930s design and learn about opportunities to volunteer. All participants will receive a free movie pass. Arrive at The Lyric by 3:55 p.m. at the latest.
5. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Jan 18, 3:30-5:00 pm, GLC Reading Room
Enjoy free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of fellow grad students and Grad School staff; network, socialize, relax! Bring your own mug if you can.
6. WRITING A WINNING CV/RESUME
Thursday, Jan 18, 4:15-5:15pm, GLC Room F
Whether you need to start from scratch or just polish up, join us to learn the best tips and practices for writing a great resume/CV. No registration necessary. Coffee and snacks will be available. This is the first event of our Professional Development Spring series.
7. JOIN IN THE FUN WITH THE LAIGSA WELCOME BACK EVENT
Friday, Jan 19, 6:00pm at the BreakZone, Squires Student Center
After a week of orientation, classes and lots of information, the Latin American Iberian Graduate Students Association (LAIGSA) invites you to take a break and play some pool, bowl and more at the BreakZone Rec Center. There will also have free pizza! Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Laigsaofvt/ or email Laigsaofvt@vt.edu for more info.
Administrative Announcements
8. JOIN A HAPPINESS GROUP – 1st posting
These groups meet once a week for eight weeks to learn and practice happiness strategies. This is a great experience whether you are struggling to find happiness or already consider yourself a pretty happy person. Date and time of group will be dependent on interested participant availability. If interested, please complete this form. Group meetings will start the week of Feb 5. Please contact Shelly Rasnick, Wellness Coordinator at rasnicks@vt.edu or 540-231-0620 with any questions.
9. SIGN UP FOR A COOKING CLASS THROUGH VT RECREATIONAL SPORTS – 1st posting
Sign up for a cooking class through VT Recreational Sports Wellness and learn easy and healthy recipes to try at home! Everyone gets to help cook at these classes and then try all the recipes made. More information about the dates, time and prices can be found here! Sign up quickly, spots are limited. Please contact Shelly Rasnick, Wellness Coordinator at rasnicks@vt.edu or 540-231-0620 with any questions.
10. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT – SPACE STILL AVAILABLE – 1st posting
The Little Hokie Hangout Child Care Center only has a few openings left! Afternoon or evening care for children 2-5 years old is available. Email childcare@vt.edu for more information. At this time, morning spots are not available, but you can be added to the wait list. The application can be found at https://graduateschool.vt.edu/student-life/student-services/spouses-partners-and-children/child-care/little-hokies-hangout.html, Also, feel free schedule a time to stop by for a tour and to ask any questions.
11. VIRGINIA TECH LAUNCHES INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD (ISAB) – 1st posting
The newly-created ISAB will represent the needs and concerns of the international student community at Virginia Tech by providing a forum for international students to give feedback on initiatives, programs, policies, and services that impact international students. We are inviting degree-seeking international (F-1 or J-1 visa) students to apply for the founding Spring 2018 semester and the following 2018-2019 academic year. For more information on the ISAB and the application process, please visit the ISAB website at https://international.vt.edu/advocacyandsupport/isab.html. For questions, please contact Kimberley Cossey at kcossey@vt.edu.
12. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR GSA SPRING BEER & WINE SOCIAL – 1st posting
The Graduate Student Assembly is looking for bevy of volunteers for our upcoming Cross-Campus Spring Beer & Wine Social. These socials would not happen without volunteers and, as a token of appreciation for your altruism, you’ll receive FREE entry (which means FREE food), FREE drink tastings, and THREE full drink tickets. That’s at least a $15 value. The event is on Saturday, February 3rd, in the Lane Stadium South End Zone Club. You can choose a set-up slot (beginning at 2pm), during-event slots (beginning at 4:30pm and 7pm), or a break-down slot (beginning at 8pm). To sign-up for some volunteering, visit bit.ly/BW_Spring2018_volunteers and fill out the form by Friday, January 26, at 5:00pm.
13. SUPPORT CAMPUS INCLUSIVITY – SERVE AS A CONVERSATION PARTNER – 1st posting
The Virginia Tech Language and Culture Institute (LCI) invites the graduate community to serve as Conversation Partners. This volunteer program offers English language learning international students and scholars with spaces for intercultural exchange and opportunities for language practice with speakers of English in one-on-one and small group relationships. To learn more about Conversation Partners and complete an application/sign-up for this program, please email Jon Wiley, Graduate Assistant at the LCI, at jonwiley@vt.edu, or visit https://sites.google.com/vt.edu/conversationpartners/home.
14. COMMUNITY VOICES SEEKS NEW MEMBERS – 1st posting
Community Voices is looking for graduate students interested in community change. An interdisciplinary group of students, faculty, and community representatives, Community Voices engages leaders from the public, private, and non-profit sectors in sharing stories and insights about their creative leadership initiatives and innovative approaches to community change. They bring distinguished speakers and organize engaging talks, discussions, and public podcasts. Weekly meetings are held every Tuesday from 11:00am-12:00pm at The Institute for Policy and Governance, 201 West Roanoke Street, Blacksburg. Questions? Please email regina50@vt.edu.
15. COMMUNITY CHANGE ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS – 1st posting
Community Change, an online, peer-reviewed, graduate student-run journal at Virginia Tech that explores multiple approaches to democratic community development and change, is accepting submissions for its second issue. Soliciting scholarly articles (4,000-6,000 words), book reviews (1,000-1,500 words), multimedia, and artwork that analyze responses to the evolving political and social landscape since the 2016 election. Might include, but not limited to: 1) explorations of new initiatives, on-going activism, and community organizing and how they have changed their work since 2015 campaign and 2016 election; 2) historical movements and groundwork that has informed current responses; 3) pieces reflecting on tactics and strategies employed to resist, counter, and educate about xenophobia, white supremacy, and other ideologies or political doctrines. Also inviting submissions that engage more broadly with contemporary themes of agency, democracy, and community change. Submission deadline is January 26, 2018. For more information and submission instructions, please visit www.communitychange.ipg.vt.edu.
16. JEAN B. DUERR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN STUDENTS – 2nd posting
The Jean B. Duerr Memorial Fund awards scholarships to women who plan to attend, or are already enrolled in, an accredited college or university for the entire 2018-2019 academic year. Awards of $2,000 will be given to those applicants who best demonstrate academic achievement and community service. An eligible candidate will be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student with a minimum grade point average of 3.6. A full official transcript must be included with the application. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2018 for scholarships awarded for the 2018/2019 academic year. Please note that no applications, including those with March 1, 2018 postmarks, will be accepted after March 5, 2018. If interested, go to the website https://graduateschool.vt.edu/funding/scholarships-and-fellowships/duerr.html for more information and a link to the application. Questions? Contact Susan Butler at smcbutler@aol.com.
17. ACADEMY FOR GTA EXCELLENCE (VTGRATE) CALL FOR MEMBERSHIP – 2nd posting
The Academy for Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) Excellence welcomes applications for Member, Associate, and Fellow in its learning community. VTGrATE provides advanced education and training in innovative teaching and learning strategies and provides a space to recognize excellence in teaching by graduate students. Membership is open to all graduate students at all VT campuses. Information about the application process may be found in our website: http://vtgrate.org/membership/application-and-review/. Applications are due on Saturday, January 27, 2018. For questions about VTGrATE or the membership and application process, please contact Michelle Soledad (soledadmm@vt.edu) or leave a message on our Ask a Fellow page.
18. AETNA STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE OPEN ENROLLMENT – 2nd posting
Spring enrollment is open for new students starting in Spring 2018 and students who didn’t enroll in the fall. Deadline: Jan 31, 2018. Contact the Student Medical Insurance office with questions at smi@vt.edu, 231-6226. Visit their website at http://risk.controller.vt.edu/studentmedicalinsurance.html for more info.
19. NOMINATIONS FOR GRADUATE STUDENT AWARDS OPEN – 2nd posting
A number of prestigious awards are granted to graduate students each year, carrying a monetary prize and award certificate. Discuss the possibility of your nomination with your advisor/department for any of the following awards:
* Outstanding Dissertation in (1) STEM fields (1) social sciences/business/humanities
* Preston Society Master’s Thesis Awards (3)
* GTA Excellence (1) instructor of record (1) GTA instructor assistant
* Graduate Student Service Excellence
* Graduate Student of the Year (up to three)
* Outstanding master’s and doctoral student in each college and in interdisciplinary programs.
More information about criteria, forms, deadline and process for nomination are at http://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/awards/student.html.
20. NOMINATE OUTSTANDING FACULTY MENTOR(S) FOR MENTOR AWARD – 2nd posting
The Graduate School is introducing this new award to recognize one faculty member from each college for their role in supporting, encouraging, and promoting a positive and inclusive scholarly and teaching environment, and for contributing to professional and personal development of graduate students within or outside their research or degree programs. Learn more about the award and nomination process at http://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/awards/outstanding-mentor-award.html
21. BIOL 5174: WORK/LIFE BALANCE IN ACADEMIA – SPRING ‘18 GRADUATE SEMINAR – 3rd posting
BIOL 5174: Work/Life Balance in Academia (1 credit; CRN 19073), will be offered spring 2018 by Dr. Lisa Belden (belden@vt.edu). This discussion-based graduate seminar will meet Tuesdays from 1230-130 and will address some of the challenges facing academics as we try to balance our academic positions with other important life responsibilities. We will be primarily discussing family-related issues, although most of the topics we will cover apply broadly to “life” outside of work. This course can be applied to the elective requirement for the future professoriate certificate.
Jobs
22. LIBRARY QUALITATIVE ANALYTICS RESEARCHER – 2nd posting
Newman Library is looking for motivated graduate or undergraduate students to collect, code and analyze interviews and other text data. The research will help facilitate evidence-based decisions while enhancing qualitative data services in the University Libraries and beyond. Pay starts at $10.00/hr or more, depending on qualifications. View job description and requirements, and apply online at http://bit.ly/2A7Mel0
Volunteers and research participants sought
23. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR A WALKING AND RUNNING STUDY – 3rd posting
Volunteers needed for a 2 visit study, each visit should be about 30 minutes. Participants will walk and run at three different paces: 20, 10 and 9 minutes per mile. Each of these will be performed uphill, downhill and flat for 1 minute. If you are interested please email granata-lab-g@vt.edu.
Upcoming events:
GROCERY BINGO
Monday, Jan 22, 5:30-6:30pm, GLC Room C
Compete against other graduate students in Bingo for a chance to with free grocery items. Sign up here:
https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_88QMAIM6loNHji5
THEATRE AUDITIONS FOR BICYCLING PLAY
Tuesday, Jan 23rd, 6:00-10:00pm
“The Right of Way,” a new documentary play sourced from interviews, memorializes a young bicyclist who was struck and killed by a speeding motorist. Using video and spatial audio, this immersive production will look at the evolution of our city streets over the last century. Performances will be in the Cube at the Moss Arts Center, March 29-31. Weeknight rehearsals begin February 5th. Sign up for an audition slot on the School of Performing Arts Callboard (Henderson Hall, 1st Floor) or email grad student and MFA director Thomas Murray at tjmurray@vt.edu.
LUNCH WITH THE DEAN
Tuesday, Jan 23, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Room C
Meet Graduate School Dean Dr. Karen DePauw and graduate students at a free lunch. Learn about the latest in graduate education and share your perspectives in a casual setting. Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eWgbvWeEwGgYlTv
CAREER FAIR PREP
Thursday, Jan 25, 4:15-5:15pm, GLC Room F
Learn how to present yourself to an employer and what to ask at a Job Fair.
LUNCH WITH THE DEAN
Wednesday, Jan 31, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Room C
Meet Graduate School Dean Dr. Karen DePauw and graduate students at a free lunch. Learn about the latest in graduate education and share your perspectives in a casual setting. Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3xhdC2k48B2Qr5z
INTERVIEWING SKILLS
Thursday, Feb 1, 4:15-5:15pm, GLC Room F
Be prepared for initial screening interviews as well as on-site interviews. This seminar addresses interviewing basics, employer expectations, and insights into behavioral interviews.
GLC FELLOWS WELCOME SOCIAL
Friday, Feb 2, 5:00-7:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Come hang out with fellow graduate students at this “Winter Wonderland” themed welcome social sponsored by the GLC Fellows. Ease into the new semester with food, music, dancing and fun! This event that is open to all graduate students and their families. Please sign-up here.
GSA SPRING BEER & WINE SOCIAL
Sat, Feb 3, 5:00-9:00pm, Lane Stadium South End Zone Club
Join the Graduate Student Assembly for a cross-campus mixer, with students from the National Capital Region (NCR), Roanoke, and Blacksburg campuses. Tickets will be $12 ahead of time — $15 at the door — and each ticket will come with five tastings and three full drinks (where a full drink is equivalent to a 5 oz. glass of wine or a 12 oz. beer). There is also a non-alcohol-drinking entry option, which is $5 at the door. Online tickets will go on sale two weeks before the event.