Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC – last updated 3/12/2018
2. WRITING STRATEGIES CONSULTATIONS
3. GRAD MINDFULNESS
4. ASK THE ACADEMY: GTA WALK-IN ADVISING
5. INTERVARSITY GRAD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDIES
6. CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH PRACTICE FOR GRADS
7. GRADUATE STUDENT BIBLE STUDY
8. VINYASA YOGA WITH JOE SCAPARCI
9. GRADUATE AND FACULTY READING GROUP
10. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Events:
11. A MORNING WITH DR. BROWN
12. NATIONAL WALKING DAY CHALLENGE
13. HOW WE KNOW THAT WE KNOW WHAT WE KNOW: A VT GrATE TEACH-IN
14. PUBLIC LECTURE BY DISTINGUISHED HARVARD PHYSICS PROFESSOR
15. QUEERING THE STAGE: A CONVERSATION
16. GLC CAFÉ
17. COME JOIN “THE COLOR WAR”
Administrative Announcements:
18. COMMUNICATE YOUR SCIENCE! BE A RESEARCH À LA MODE PRESENTER – 1st posting
19. GSA CAP AND GOWN PROGRAM — 1st posting
20. APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR GRAD HONOR SYSTEM CHIEF JUSTICE POSITION – 1st posting
21. LIBRARY SEEKS GRADUATE STUDENT INPUT – 1st posting
22. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS –WOMEN/NONBINARY DIGITAL ART SHOW – 2nd posting
23. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT SUMMER 2018 ENROLLMENT – 2nd posting
24. BECOME A VT ENGAGE STUDENT LEADER – 3rd posting
25. VT ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION SURVEY –3rd posting
26. GSA TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM (TFP) – 3rd posting
Jobs:
27. GA POSITION FALL 2018 FOR GRADUATE LIFE CENTER OPERATIONS – 1st posting
28. GA POSITION IN GRAD SCHOOL FOR 2018-19 – 1st posting
29. 2018-2019 GLC FELLOW POSITION OPENINGS – 2nd posting
30. GA POSITION – COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING DEAN’S SUITE – 3rd posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
31. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR, APRIL 22 – 1st posting
32. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VIRTUAL REALITY INTERACTION STUDY – 1st posting
33. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR A WALKING STUDY – 1st posting
34. SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR NATIONAL BIOMECHANICS DAY – 1st posting
35. VOLUNTEERS WHO ARE REGULAR MILK CONSUMERS SOUGHT FOR STUDY – 2nd posting
36. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH ON CARDIAC ACTIVITY – 2nd posting
37. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR TWO AUDITORY SYSTEMS LAB EXPERIMENTS – 3rd posting
38. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR 2018 3.2K REMEMBERANCE RUN – 3rd posting
39. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS – We’re Our Community GDS Project – 3rd posting
Upcoming events:
— GSA GRAD JOBS WEEK
— FINAL PARENT SUPPORT LUNCHEON FOR SPRING SEMESTER
— SAVE THE DATE- JEWISH GRADUATE STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH
— BLACKSBURG BLOCKCHAIN SYMPOSIUM
— GUAC TALK WITH THE DEAN: ROANOKE EDITION
— 59TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR!
Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC – last updated 04/02/2018
– Career Advising: Wednesday, 2:00-5:00pm, Info kiosk in lobby. See the Grad Students Career Ops blog for more info on career opportunities: https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/gradcareeropportunity/
– Ask the Academy: GTA Walk-In Advising Wednesday only this week, GLC Room A, 4:00-6:00pm
– Cook Counseling: Thursdays and Fridays, 1:00-5:00pm, Green Room
– 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. WRITING STRATEGIES CONSULTATIONS
Every Monday, 10:30am-12:00pm, GLC Room A
Sign up through the Writing Center website https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html to talk about the dissertation or thesis writing process with coach, Prabin Lama (himself graduating this spring with a PhD in Rhetoric & Composition), who can help you with multiple topics– from setting an agenda (writing planning and preparation), to building a support system through writing groups and writing center services, to diagnosing and working towards managing writing difficulties. You are limited to two 1.5-hr (or shorter) appointments with Prabin per semester, (although you can always make a follow-up appointment with him in the Writing Center).
3. GRAD MINDFULNESS
Every Tuesday, 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: https://app.stopbreathethink.org/. Email lashley@vt.edu with any questions.
4. ASK THE ACADEMY: GTA WALK-IN ADVISING
Wednesday only this week, GLC Room A, 4:00-6:00pm
Do you have questions about teaching or grading? Are you experiencing a challenge in the classroom that you don’t know how to resolve? Drop by to chat, share experiences, and get advice from Fellows of the Graduate Academy for Teaching Excellence. Light refreshments will be provided; bring your own mug if you can.
5. INTERVARSITY GRAD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDIES
Every Tuesday & Wednesday – various locations
Our small group Bible studies meet in grad students’ homes. Get connected with a group of friends on a journey of faith through grad school! See a list of current groups: http://gcfvt.wordpress.com/small-groups/ or contact Robert Howe (robahowe@gmail.com) for more information.
6. CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH PRACTICE FOR GRADS
Every Wednesday and Friday, 2:30-3:30pm, GLC Room D (or Room A on some dates)
On Wednesdays and Fridays, community volunteers will help you practice conversational English in a group setting. Discussions include American Culture on Wednesdays and the news on Fridays. Whether just learning English or wanting to practice with Native speakers, all levels of English are welcome. For more information (and to sign up), see Writing Center website: https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html or contact Fred (eichelman@gmail.com).
7. GRADUATE STUDENT BIBLE STUDY
Every Thursday, 12:20-1:30pm, GLC Room D
Grad Student Bible Study (hosted by Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church): Interested in a little break in your week for some time in God’s Word and discussion over lunch? Come join Grace Covenant’s Bible study where we are studying the story of Joseph from Genesis, seeing God’s providence working in this world as well as gospel-change working in our lives. It is a casual study, so come late if you need to, leave early if you need to, and feel free to bring your lunch. Questions? email Taylor Rollo taylor@gracecovenantpca.org.
8. VINYASA YOGA WITH JOE SCAPARCI
Every Thursday, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Graduate Life Center, Health & Wellness Room (Rm G). El Centro, Virginia Tech’s Hispanic & Latino Cultural Center, invites you to join Joe, a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor, to relax with some yoga! No experience or yoga mat needed. Free and open all graduate students. Questions? Contact Veronica at vmontes@vt.edu
9. GRADUATE AND FACULTY READING GROUP
Thursday, Apr 5, 6:00pm-7:00pm, GLC Room F
After research and teaching, after service and committees, do you also have to educate your colleagues about race, gender, and class? Do you find yourself serving as the “diversity expert” for your department? Come share, learn, and build community with the Graduate and Faculty Reading Group to discuss “Third Shift” labor by women of color in the academy using Shifting: The Double Lives of Black Women in America as a reading guide. If interested, contact Cherice Hughes-Oliver at cnh4ph@vt.edu for more details.
10. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT (REGISTRATION NOW REQUIRED)
Every Thursday, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street, B’burg
Please note newly revised hours: 6:30-8:30.
Go to “Doodle Poll” at https://doodle.com/poll/yrxhrgysui3eb7mx
(poll links change weekly) to preregister your child(ren) on a first come basis. KNO is an evening of fun for kids aged 2-12 (kids should be toilet trained) and takes place at the. Park in the back and come up the stairs at the back of the parking lot.
Events
11. A MORNING WITH DR. BROWN
Monday, Apr 2, 10:00am, Shanks Hall, Room 370
Meet Tuskegee Airman Dr. Harold Brown and listen to his remarkable story about his life and journey as he became one of the first African-American men to fly during World War II. His dedication, drive and perseverance while overcoming great barriers will inspire you. RSVP is not required, but appreciated. Refreshments will be provided. For additional questions or to RSVP contact grad student Crystal Kyle at Cryak79@vt.edu.
12. NATIONAL WALKING DAY CHALLENGE
Wednesday, Apr 4, 1:00-1:30pm, meet at GLC Patio
Grad students are invited to walk around the Drillfield in recognition of National Walking Day. Take a short break and walk with fellow grads and Grad School staff. Meet on the GLC brick patio (across from Squires) at 1:00pm to set out in small groups for a quick walk around the Drillfield and by the Duckpond. Wear comfortable shoes. Participants will not be given a prize, but may be rejuvenated by the walk and good conversation.
13. HOW WE KNOW THAT WE KNOW WHAT WE KNOW: A VT GrATE TEACH-IN
Tuesday April 3, 5:00-9:00pm GLC Meeting Room F
The Virginia Tech Graduate Academy for Teaching Excellence (VT GrATE) is proud to host its second annual Teach-In event. As graduate students, instructors, and members of the Virginia Tech community, we affirm our commitment to valuing and respecting all forms of knowledge, seeking strength in diversity and believing that understanding across differences is necessary to build community both in and out of the classroom. Through interactive workshops, panel discussions, and presentations, dialogue is invited on topical issues ranging from communicating science to fostering inclusive classroom environments and beyond. Light refreshments will be available.
14. PUBLIC LECTURE BY DISTINGUISHED HARVARD PHYSICS PROFESSOR
Tuesday, Apr 3, Reception 7:45-8:30pm, Lecture and Q&A 8:30-10:00pm, Goodwin 190
Iranian Society at Virginia Tech (ISVT) will be hosting Prof. Cumrun Vafa, the famous Iranian-American string theorist from Harvard University. He will give a public talk honoring Stephen Hawking titled “Hawking, Ramanujan and Stringy Black Holes”. For more info, please visit the event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/156246605063982/
15. QUEERING THE STAGE: A CONVERSATION
Thursday, Apr 5 at 5:30pm, GLC Meeting Room F
In conjunction with Alpha Psi Omega at Virginia Tech, this conversation will look at issues of gender-based representation in theatre season planning, casting, and conceptual choices – both locally and in the American theatre industry. This public forum is a Graduate School Diversity Scholars project led by M.F.A. student Thomas Murray with Alpha Psi Omega undergraduate officer Amy Rice.
16. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Apr 5, 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.
17. COME JOIN “THE COLOR WAR”
Saturday, Apr 7 11:00am-1:00pm, Virginia Tech Duck Pond
The Indian Students’ Association welcomes Spring ’18 in true Indian style. Grad student Adbhut Gupta invites you to celebrate Holi, the ancient Indian festival of color and love, with traditional Holi color, dance and a live DJ. Organic Holi colors will be provided. The registration charge is $3. If interested, go to https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/1957509 to register and also to pay. Questions? Go to Virginia.tech.isa@gmail.com.
Administrative Announcements:
18. COMMUNICATE YOUR SCIENCE! BE A RESEARCH À LA MODE PRESENTER – 1st posting
Research a la Mode is a monthly venue for graduate students from different departments to come together and hear a talk by one of their peers. They are currently looking to fill speaker slots for Fall 2018.The main idea is to give graduate students an opportunity to practice communicating their research to an audience that is unfamiliar with their discipline in order to cut down on reliance on jargon and to simplify and clarify their presentation skills. RALM aims to help graduate students become better teachers, researchers, and communicators. If interested in sharing research with other graduate students, undergraduates and even the public please contact Lisa Whalen (lashley@vt.edu).
19. GSA CAP AND GOWN PROGRAM — 1st posting
Wednesday, Apr 4 at 12:00am – Friday, Apr 20 at 11:59pm
If you are participating in commencement ceremonies this spring, you are eligible to borrow a graduate and and gown from GSA for a small fee of $10. This fee helps with cleaning costs, so that we can keep providing you with this cheaper cap & gown alternative in the future. The lottery will open Wednesday, April 4, and close Friday, April 20. Those chosen in the lottery will be notified no later than Friday, April 25. Note that all gowns will have dry cleaned and steamed, and caps have been disinfected. Graduate students who have been chosen in the lottery still must purchase hoods, tassels, tams, and other regalia of choice. To learn more, visit bit.ly/CapGown-Spring2018.
20. APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR GRAD HONOR SYSTEM CHIEF JUSTICE POSITION – 1st posting
The Graduate Honor System is searching for a new chief justice for the 2018-19 academic year, starting summer 2018. Applicants must be: (1) a graduate student in good standing who has been in residence for a minimum of one semester; (2) able to serve as Chief Justice for at least one year while enrolled full-time in the Blacksburg campus. Preferably applicants should have experience as a GHS investigator, facilitator or panelist. To apply, submit a statement of interest, resume, and one letter of reference to gibsonm@vt.edu by Friday, Apr 20. The new Chief Justice will be selected by a committee and ratified by the Graduate Student Assembly and the Commission on Graduate Studies and Policies before final appointment by the president. If you have any questions about the role of the chief justice, contact the current CJ at ghs@vt.edu, or the advisor to the GHS, Monika Gibson, at gibsonm@vt.edu.
21. LIBRARY SEEKS GRADUATE STUDENT INPUT – 1st posting
The University Libraries wants to hear from graduate students! To share your opinion on programming to support the needs of graduate students, please complete this brief survey (link: http://bit.ly/2DJOMHG). Your input is greatly appreciated! For questions about the survey, please contact Lisa Becksford, Online & Graduate Engagement Librarian, at lisab5@vt.edu.
22. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS –WOMEN/NONBINARY DIGITAL ART SHOW – 2nd posting
Call for students and faculty to participate in panel and one-night exhibit to highlight women/non-gender-binary conforming electronic artists at the Moss Arts Center. Any art that uses digital or electronic tools as a primary component, including graphic design, code, sound, software, conceptual, engineering/robotics and more are welcome. There will be an opportunity for artists to show their work and talk more broadly about their vision and academic/career path, to be followed by a Q&A session and reception. Students at all levels — freshmen through PhD — invited to exhibit, along with faculty who have taught in this arena. Deadline for participation: Friday, Apr 6 5:00pm. Event will be Friday, Apr 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Upper Gallery at Moss Arts Center. More info: www.o-culus.com/art. This is a Graduate Student Diversity Scholar project sponsored by ORDI.
23. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT SUMMER 2018 ENROLLMENT – 2nd posting
Little Hokie Hangout is now enrolling for Summer 2018. Current students must apply by Mar 31 to guarantee their spot in our classroom. All other applications for summer will be considered in the order that they are received after this date based on availability. For more information, an application, or to schedule a tour, please email childcare@vt.edu.
24. BECOME A VT ENGAGE STUDENT LEADER – 3rd posting
Join the leadership team that coordinates all VT Engage service trips! At weekly meetings and during service experiences, you’ll develop your leadership capacities through the lenses of service and social justice. Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply by Monday, Apr 9. If you have questions, contact Jessica Davis at jessid3@vt.edu or 540-231-6947. Learn more and apply by April 9.
25. VT ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION SURVEY – 3rd posting
We’re currently trying to get responses for our bi-annual commuter survey The Virginia Tech Alternative Transportation department requests your response to its biannual commuter survey. This survey is performed every two years in the most comprehensive attempt to understand the commuting patterns of current students and faculty. The information obtained from this survey is typically used in making long-term decisions regarding transportation policy. With reliable results, this survey provides a means to accurately compare the perceptions and actual usage. It is estimated that this survey will take less than 2 minutes to complete. Please go to this link: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eWewvz8JRKmADM9.
26. GSA TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM (TFP) – 3rd posting
The Graduate Student Assembly’s Travel Fund Program will open for applications on Wednesday, Mar 28, at 12am, and will close on Wednesday, Apr 4 at 11:59PM. This program can provide partial support for professional or conference travel occurring between January 1st and June 30th, 2018. You can find the application guide at https://drive.google.com/file/d/15nbzKSecanUax6HO5EfIIUT0N3pwllaO/view. If you have any additional questions, first check our website at https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/graduatestudentassembly/what-we-can-offer-you/funding-opportunities/travel-fund-program/. If your questions aren’t answered there, send an email to gsaTravelFund@gmail.com.
Jobs:
27. GA POSITION FALL 2018 FOR GRADUATE LIFE CENTER OPERATIONS – 1st posting
Student Engagement and Campus Life is looking for a full-time graduate student to serve as Graduate Assistant for GLC Operations. This nine-month position begins in August. Primary duties include personnel management and supervision of GLC student staff, assisting with daily management of GLC building operations, event services assistance and collaboration with GLC partners. Full position description available at https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/content/dam/graduatelifecenter_vt_edu/Grad.%20Assistant%20-%20Graduate%20Life%20Center.pdf. To apply, submit a resume and cover letter by April 13 to Steve Buchner, Operations Coordinator, satlbuch@vt.edu.
28. GA POSITION IN GRAD SCHOOL FOR 2018-19 – 1st posting
The Graduate School Student Services office is looking for a full-time graduate assistant (GA) to provide administrative and program-specific support for student services in the GLC. Duties include planning and executing orientation and educational programs, coordinating activities, managing communication, creating promotional materials, and assisting with other administrative duties as assigned. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to work independently as well as in a team are a must. Experience with program planning and execution and familiarity with GLC and VT services is preferred. Position to start on Aug 1. To apply, submit a resume and cover letter highlighting relevant organizational experiences, and one letter of reference to Graduate Student Services Office, grads@vt.edu; 120 GLC, Graduate School 0325, or by fax to 231-3714 by Friday, Apr 20. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview in April or May.
29. 2018-2019 GLC FELLOW POSITION OPENINGS – 2nd posting
Residence Life and the Graduate School are seeking motivated graduate students who are committed to building graduate community, for GLC Fellow positions for the 2018-19 academic year. An ideal candidate would have previous residence life and/or event planning experience, though it is not a requirement. Applicants must submit a formal cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation, and fully complete the following survey: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bgxat6KH9aiIBwh . Information about cover letter requirements is detailed in the survey and the full job description is at: https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/residence-life-in-the-glc/Fellows.html. Applications accepted until spots are filled. Contact Lauren Surface at lkeister@vt.edu or Scott Steehler at steehler@vt.edu if you have questions.
30. GA POSITION – COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING DEAN’S SUITE –3rd posting
The College of Engineering Dean’s Suite has a graduate assistantship available in the Information Technology office beginning in August 2018. Position requires strong technical skills including in-depth knowledge of Windows and familiarity installing hardware; Familiarity with a wide variety of Engineering software packages; and excellent oral and written communication skills. Successful candidate will be detailed orientated and have strong problem solving skills. Must be able to develop and complete projects independently. Qualified applicants should apply by sending a cover letter and resume via email to ipitadmin@vt.edu. Please send only one file including both your cover letter and resume in .pdf format. Name your file “lastname_firstname.pdf”. We will confirm receipt of applications via email only. Application review will begin on Friday, Apr 6. Applications received after that date will not be reviewed. All applicants will be notified once the position has been awarded and accepted.
Volunteers and research participants sought:
31. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR, APRIL 22 – 1st posting
This year’s ISF is looking for volunteers to help run the event. This is a great opportunity to become involved with the international community here at VT. It is also an opportunity to meet with our members if they are interested in being part of CISO next year. Once applications have been reviewed, volunteers will be email to set up meeting times. Follow this link to sign up: https://goo.gl/forms/HtocIZ5kTcAaDACY2
32. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VIRTUAL REALITY INTERACTION STUDY – 1st posting
Volunteers needed for a user study in the project “Object Manipulation in Virtual Reality” at the Moss Arts Center. Participants will play an interactive virtual reality (VR) game that’s built upon the latest VR technology, including head-mounted display and hand tracking input devices. The entire session should take around 80 minutes. The participants will also be filling out a pre-questionnaire about their familiarity with computers, video games etc. Study is open to anyone 18+ with normal vision and normal range of arm/hand motion. Participation is entirely voluntary and the experiment can be terminated at any time for any reason. Takes place in April and there is flexibility in scheduling. $10 compensation is provided for participation. Contact Run Yu (runyu@vt.edu) to signup or with any questions. Participation will be on first come first serve basis.
33. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR A WALKING STUDY – 1st posting
This study is evaluating a new data collection device and requires two 45 minute visits located in Norris Hall. In each visit participants will be asked to complete three walking trials at your own preferred walking speed. You must a healthy adult aged 18-30. If interested in volunteering for this walking study please contact Kristen Renner at hulbertk@vt.edu.
34. SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR NATIONAL BIOMECHANICS DAY – 1st posting
National Biomechanics Day (NBD) is a celebration of biomechanics principles, research, and innovation across the United States and around the world. This year, NBD at Virginia Tech will take place from 9:30am – 1:40pm on April 11, 2018 and we are looking for volunteers to help with the event in morning, lunch, and afternoon shifts! We will have approximately 90 high school students coming to campus to participate in hands-on activities hosted by labs in Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Science and Mechanics, Industrial Systems Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Lunch and t-shirt included! If you are interested in volunteering for NBD and/or would like more information about the event, please contact Cherice Hughes-Oliver at cnh4ph@vt.edu.
35. VOLUNTEERS WHO ARE REGULAR MILK CONSUMERS SOUGHT FOR STUDY – 2nd posting
The Department of Food Science and Technology Sensory Evaluation Laboratory (FST SEL) is conducting a study that investigates the effect of LED color temperature on consumer’s choice of milk packaging. In this test, you will be asked to select one milk packaging that you prefer from retail cases with different LED color temperature and complete one demographic survey. The sensory session will last approximately 5-10 minutes. Sessions will occur in the pilot plant (first floor) in HABBI (Human & Agricultural Biosciences Building I). For each participant, snacks (cookie, chips, candy, popcorn, fruit, and drinks) will be offered as compensation and appreciation for participation. Participation is limited to those 18 years of age and regular milk consumer (purchase milk at least once every two weeks). The participation is voluntary and confidential; you may withdraw at any time without penalty. Questions? Email Dr. Wang at waili9@vt.edu. Study will take place Monday, Mar 26 12:00-5:00pm and Tuesday Mar 27, 11:00am-4:00pm.
36. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH ON CARDIAC ACTIVITY – 2nd posting
Participants are requested for a laboratory study examining cardiac activity and perception. The single session in Williams Hall 158 involves collection of non-invasive psychophysiological measures (using EKG, 2 blood pressure finger cuffs, respiration belt) during standard laboratory tasks (questionnaires, heartbeat tasks, watching two brief non-stimulating videos, & a 5-minute speech in lab). Total duration: about 1 hour 15 minutes. Inclusion criteria: (determined by brief online VT Qualtrics screening) Age 18-24; No major health condition; No smoking/nicotine within the past year. Compensation: Automatic entry into random drawing for one of two Visa gift cards ($50 or $25). Chances of winning: 1 in 37. Please contact Shara Grant at vtcardiacstudy@gmail.com if interested or questions.
37. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR TWO AUDITORY SYSTEMS LAB EXPERIMENTS – 3rd posting
Experiment #1: 4 participants (2 male and 2 female) for an earplug test. New participants will go through a screen/qualifying session. It should take about 1 hour and will test hearing level–similar to audiogram testing done at doctor’s office. If qualified and willing to continue, participants will be asked to schedule up to 2 one-hour test sessions. During each hour, hearing (at a low sound level) will be tested with and without earplugs. Participants will sit in a quiet room and listen for lowest sound level that can be detect.
Experiment #2: 10 participants (5 female and 5 male) for an auditory localization experiment. Participants will be asked to sit in a center of a speaker array and guess the location of sounding speaker. The sound level will not be high. The whole experiment will take 10-12 hours and scheduled about 1 hour per day. Compensation is $10/hr for either or both experiments. If interested or questions, e-mail vt.auditory@gmail.com .
38. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR 2018 3.2 REMEMBERANCE RUN – 3rd posting
Each year, Recreational Sports hosts a community run/walk throughout the campus of VT striving to bring fellow Hokies together, to feel the support of the community, and to celebrate the lives of our friends and family members. The 2018 3.2 Remembrance Run will take place Saturday, Apr 14. Volunteers are needed to help with event prep and day of activities. If interested, please sign up at http://recsports.ivolunteer.com/vtruninremembrance_2018. Contact Shelly Rasnick (rasnicks@vt.edu) with questions about the event or registering to volunteer.
39. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS – We’re Our Community GDS Project – 3rd posting
Participants are needed for a Diversity Scholar Project focusing on making graduate students more susceptible/better able to work on modern, diversifying teams. The purpose of this program is to give participants a foundation for integrating into teams and being effective team members in academic or industry environments. The We’re Our Community program will give you the opportunity to learn about different people’s background and how it affects team-based work. Any information gained will be used for internal purposes only and will remain confidential. Consent will be requested from you in the event the information may be used beyond the GDS project. Questions? Contact Matthew Ferby at matthsf@vt.edu.
Upcoming events:
FINAL PARENT SUPPORT LUNCHEON FOR SPRING SEMESTER
Wednesday, Apr 11, 12:00 – 3:00pm, Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive
The final Parent Support Luncheon of the school year will be at the Blacksburg Community Center to learn about the programs and camps they offer for families and children as lunch is eaten. BRING YOUR SWIMMING GEAR! After lunch, the Blacksburg Aquatic Center has graciously invited all of us to swim for FREE! Sign-up is required for this event, and participation is limited to the first 75 participants, including children. Sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0e4fabaa28a1ff2-april1. Questions? Email childcare@vt.edu.
SAVE THE DATE- JEWISH GRADUATE STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH
Friday, Apr 13, 12:00noon-1:00pm, Graduate Life Center, Room B
Join the Graduate School Office for Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion for lunch in honor of Jewish American Heritage Month. Come connect with faculty, staff and students while enjoying some delicious free food! RSVP Here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_55f8meHRBLhrc9L. All are welcome to attend! Questions? Contact Luisa at luisab93@vt.edu.
GSA GRAD JOBS WEEK
Monday, Apr 16 through Friday, Apr 20
Whether you’re a PhD student or a Master’s student — or looking toward a career in academia or industry — you’ve likely had some existential dread about finding a job after graduation. While we can’t make all of your existential dread go away, we can provide you with a week of events that will help you polish your CV, frame your background and research interests, and confidently march out into your job market of choice and announce your wonderful self. Enter our 2nd annual Grad Jobs Week, which will take place April 16th-20th. We also have a special seminar host, David Giltner, who will speak to us about how STEM graduate students can wisely transition from academia to industry. Stay tuned for a more specific schedule and an event flyer, coming next week!
BLACKSBURG BLOCKCHAIN SYMPOSIUM
Friday, Apr 20, 8:00am-2:30pm, The Lyric Theatre
The first-ever Blacksburg Blockchain Symposium, hosted by GFURR, will draw from Blacksburg’s rich and diverse array of perspectives to examine the political, economic, and social impacts of blockchain technology. Bringing together academics, practitioners and the public, the Blacksburg Blockchain Symposium will examine the promise??, potential??, and pitfalls of blockchain in a variety of contexts, with a central focu?s on exploring the many regulatory challenges that are emerging around the blockchain and how we conceptualize resilience within our financial and political systems. Register at: http://bburg-blockchain.io/. Lunch will be provided. For more information, please contact gfurr@vt.edu
GUAC TALK WITH THE DEAN: ROANOKE EDITION
Friday, Apr 20, 2:00-3:00pm, VTCRI 1st floor conference room
For VT grad students who love guac, live or work in Roanoke and/or have topics to discuss with Dean Karen DePauw of the Grad School, mark your calendars for a special Roanoke Edition of the Guac Talks with the Dean. This event — and the guac! — is free to all graduate students, and will be held at the Virginia Tech Carillon Research Institute (VTCRI) in Room 1059. Stay tuned for a flyer and a Facebook event page. Contact GSA Director of Events Selva Marroquin at selva@vt.edu with any additional questions.
59TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL STREET FAIR!
Sunday, Apr 22, 12 noon-4:00pm, Squires Parking Lot
Grad student Jeena Mary Sajimon invites you to come see what it would be like to experience 30 countries in one day. Learn about customs and traditions from International Students here at Virginia Tech while you watch skillful dancers transport you to countries with music and beautiful traditional wear. There will be interactive presentations, a Global Fashion Parade, traditional games, arts, crafts, and other items available for purchase from the students. Kids be sure to visit the Global Kids booth sponsored by the Blacksburg Children’s Museum and make your fun passport for traveling at the fair! Be sure to come hungry and taste the delicious food provided by an assortment of food trucks that will be on site.