Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY DROP-IN SERVICES
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS
This Week’s Events:
3. I WILL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE INFORMATION SESSIONS
4. STAT SEMINAR: RELIABILITY AND VALIDITY – ASSESSMENT & MEASUREMENT IN ACTION
5. VT WOMEN’S ALLIANCE AND CAUCUS INFORMAL SOCIAL
6. VTGRATE’S TOOLS FOR TEACHING WORKSHOP: 10 TANGIBLE TIPS FOR INSTRUCTORS
7. JOIN A HAPPINESS GROUP 🙂
8. LGBTQ+ CONNECT LUNCH
9. COVER LETTER 101
10. GLC HIKE TO TINKER CLIFFS
Administrative Announcements:
11. HBCU/MSI RESEARCH SUMMIT- GRAD STUDENT POSTER ABSTRACT SUBMISSION – 1st posting
12. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARD NOMINATIONS SOUGHT – deadline extended
13. FALL 2018 GRAD SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES – 1st posting
14. WHOLE TALE – RDA/US FELLOWSHIP CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – 2nd posting
15. GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE SEEKING FELLOWSHIP MENTORS – 3rd posting
16. COMMUNITY CHANGE COLLABORATIVE: MEETING UPDATE – 3rd posting
17. STATISTICS SHORT COURSES OFFERED IN FALL 2018 – 3rd posting
18. LIBRARY RESERVES INFO FOR GTAs – 3rd posting
Jobs:
None at this time
Volunteers and research participants sought:
19. GRADUATE STUDENT AMBASSADOR LEADERSHIP (GSAL) PROGRAM – 1st posting
20. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VR INTERACTION METHODS STUDY – 2nd posting
21. MENTORS NEEDED FOR BLACKSBURG REFUGEE PARTNERSHIP – 2nd posting
22. PAID VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE FOR KIDS AGES 7-14 – 3rd posting
23. AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ADHD STUDY – 3rd posting
24. VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT TO RATE SERIOUSNESS OF WORKPLACE INFRACTION SCENARIOS – 3rd posting
25. MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION STUDY – 3rd posting
Upcoming events:
— HOW TO USE iTHENTICATE – TRAINING SESSIONS
— ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING AN ADVISOR/ADVISEE RELATIONSHIP
— GRADUATE WRITING RETREAT
— GET LINKED IN TO LINKEDIN
— RESEARCH A LA MODE: EXPLORING INSIGHTS ON WILDLIFE RECREATIONISTS
— FREE APPLE AND PEAR TASTING
— SELF- CARE WORKSHOP
— HBCU CONNECT DINNER
— HISPANIC STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH
— STRESS MANAGEMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY DROP-IN SERVICES:
– Career Advising: Will return on Wednesdays starting Sep 19 from 2:00-5:00pm. See the Grad Students Career Ops blog for more info on career opportunities: https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/gradcareeropportunity/
– Cook Counseling: Thursday & Friday, 1:00-5:00pm, Green Room, GLC
– Graduate School hours: MTThF 8:00am-5:00pm, W 9:30am-5:00pm
– Immigration advising hours: MWF 1:00-4:00pm, TTh 9:00am-12:00pm Room 120
– Ask the Academy: GTA Walk-In Advising Wednesdays, GLC Graduate Lounge and Thursdays, GLC Reading Room, 4:00-6:00pm
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS:
– GRAD MINDFULNESS
Starting Monday, Sep 10, 12:00-12:30pm, Derring 5071
Each meeting will consist of a short (about 5 mins.) guided mindfulness exercise followed by time to practice. It is not necessary to stay for the whole time. Contact Lisa Whalen for more info at lashley@vt.edu. Here is a link https://app.stopbreathethink.org/ to a cool free mindfulness app.
– WRITING STRATEGIES FOR GRADUATE WRITERS
Mondays, 9:30-11:00am and Tuesdays, 4:00-5:30pm, GLC, Room A
Session can last up to 1.5 hours; you are limited to two of these special appointments at the GLC per semester. Ends Dec 2. Make an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com.
– WELLNESS WEDNESDAY MINDFULNESS/YOGA
Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00am, GLC Health & Wellness Room G
1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays: Yoga Classes
2nd & 4th Wednesdays: Mindfulness Classes (Mindfulness skills 8:00-8:30am, Self Meditation 8:30-9:00am). Email Lindsay Vander Molen, ltvander@vt.edu for more info/accommodations. Ends Dec 5.
– ASK THE ACADEMY: GTA WALK-IN ADVISING
Wednesdays, GLC Graduate Lounge, 4-6pm & Thursdays, GLC Reading Room, 4-6pm
You can also send questions to http://vtgrate.org/ask-a-fellow/.
– FLAMENCO AND CLASSICAL SPANISH DANCE
Wednesdays, Squires 116, 7:00-8:00pm
– GLC CAFÉ
2nd and 4th Wednesday and every Thursday, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room
Every Thursday, 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.
– KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington St., B’burg
Kids aged 2+ (must be potty trained) enjoy fun activities with volunteer sitters. For additional information, and to sign up, visit the doodle poll at https://doodle.com/poll/pbsg84q89h39u2uz. Please note that spots are limited. Contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu for more info.
– LUTHERAN TRADITIONAL DIVINE SERVICE
Sundays, 3:30pm, War Memorial Chapel
For more information, contact Nathaniel at nhall28@vt.edu.
This Week’s Events:
3. I WILL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE INFORMATION SESSIONS
Monday, Sep 17, 10-10:30an, 12-12:30pm, Squires 219; 2-2:30pm Squires 236
Tuesday, Sep 18, 1-1:30pm, 4-4:30pm, Squires 219
Wednesday, Sep 19, 9-9:30am, 4-4:30pm, 5-5:30pm, Squires 219
I WILL (Inspiring Women in Lifelong Learning) is a Virginia Tech initiative that ignites, connects, and celebrates women who make a difference in their own ways. The inaugural I WILL Leadership Institute is designed for women who are undergraduate and graduate students. This institute will gather seven times during the 2018-19 academic year, and will provide opportunities for inspiring, transformational, and meaningful connections across backgrounds, academic disciplines, and leadership experiences. To be a part of the inaugural cohort, you must attend a required 30-minute information session, then submit your application via GobblerConnect. Applications due Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 12:00pm. For more information go to the website at https://advancement.dsa.vt.edu/iwill/leadership_Institute.html or email IWILLinstitute@vt.edu.
4. STAT SEMINAR: RELIABILITY AND VALIDITY – ASSESSMENT & MEASUREMENT IN ACTION
Tuesday, Sep 18, 1:00-3:00pm, 1100 Torgerson Hall
Presented by Dr. Brian Leventhal, assistant professor and assistant assessment specialist, this seminar will address reliability and validity evidence through a case study. Specifically, the reliability of the scores and example validation evidence will be traversed for an assessment used in the general education curriculum. Learn more about this seminar and other seminars and services offered by VT’s Statistical Applications and Innovations Group at https://saig.stat.vt.edu/.
5. VT WOMEN’S ALLIANCE AND CAUCUS INFORMAL SOCIAL
Tuesday, Sep 18, 5:00pm, Champ’s Sports Bar and Grill
The Virginia Tech Women’s Alliance and Caucus welcomes Graduates Students to attend an informal social. Please reply to Cherice Hughes-Oliver at cnh4ph@vt.edu if you plan on attending this Fall meeting. For more information about the Women’s Alliance and Caucus at Virginia Tech, go to https://www.womenscenter.vt.edu/Support/vt-womens-alliance.html. If you are interested in joining but, cannot attend, please email Rachel Morgante-Richmeier at rmorgant@vt.edu for more information.
6. VTGRATE’S TOOLS FOR TEACHING WORKSHOP: 10 TANGIBLE TIPS FOR INSTRUCTORS
Wednesday, Sep 19, 4:00-5:30pm, GLC Room C
This teaching workshop, sponsored by VTGrATE, is oriented toward first-time or seasoned instructors with an interest in reviewing ten quick, straightforward tips to ensure the course taught is on the right track. Regardless of knowledge and experience level, this workshop aims to provide an overview of ten helpful tips and to stimulate reflection upon the essential elements that every instructor should consider for a successful, smooth, and meaningful course. All ten general tips for all instructors will be reviewed, regardless of discipline, (you need to attend to find out what they are 🙂 then facilitate discussion.
7. JOIN A HAPPINESS GROUP!
Starts Wednesday, Sep 19, 5:30-6:30pm, 142 McComas Hall
Meets Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30pm starting September 19th for 8 weeks to discuss what it means to ‘be happy’ and how certain strategies can improve your ability to live happily. Each week, participants will learn powerful ways to live more positively, joyfully, and mindfully. Open to everyone and free. Sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWymn0Htv92abBFBReUkbhXsGw0D6J8i29V1fODZk8sqsb3A/viewform. Contact Shelly at rasnicks@vt.edu or 540-231-0620 with any questions or concerns.
8. LGBTQ+ CONNECT LUNCH
Thursday, September 20, 12:00pm-1: 00 pm, Graduate Life Center Room B
This year’s LGBTQ+ Graduate Student Connect Lunch will feature keynote speaker Lehi Dowell, a Ph.D. student in Planning, Governance, and Globalization. Graduate students, student group leaders, faculty mentors, and members of the community are invited. Register at http://bit.ly/2018ConnectLunch. Event is free. For accommodations related to disabilities, contact Shania at sbooker1@vt.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
9. COVER LETTER 101
Thursday, Sep 20, 4:15pm, GLC Room C
Graduate students who attend this workshop will learn the ins and outs of writing a tailored cover letter. Graduate students will also learn about additional resources available to them through Career and Professional Development. This workshop will be available live on Zoom. All workshops can be accessed on Zoom at http://virginiatech.zoom.us/my/alyssa.rametta.
10. GLC HIKE TO TINKER CLIFFS
Sunday, Sept 23, 9:00am
Join the Graduate Fellows and other graduate students as they hike Tinker Cliffs, the third leg in the Triple Crown with great views of the Catawba Valley. Be advised, this hike is not easy going. With steep climbs and numerous switchbacks, all hikers are encouraged to wear athletic shoes and bring lots of water. Hike is 7.7 miles round-trip with an anticipated hiking time of 4 hours. Space is limited. Go to https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2mXTqjdDwixGzd3 if you plan to attend. Registration closes Wed, Sep 19 at 9:00pm. Questions? E-mail Athulya Simon at aasimon@vt.edu.
Administrative Announcements:
11. HBCU/MSI RESEARCH SUMMIT- GRAD STUDENT POSTER ABSTRACT SUBMISSION – 1st posting
The 2018 HBCU/MSI Research Summit is scheduled for Oct 14-15 at the Inn at Virginia Tech. If interested, submit your abstract (300 words max) at: http://bit.ly/SummitPosterAbstract by Oct 1, 11:59 pm (EST). Those invited to participate in the poster session, which will be held on Oct 14 from 4:00-6:00 pm, will be contacted by Oct 7. For more information about HBCU/MSI Summit visit: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/diversity/hbcu_research_summit.html. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Shernita Lee at shernita@vt.edu.
12. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARD NOMINATIONS SOUGHT – deadline extended
The P.E.O. (Philanthropic Education Organization) is offering the Scholar Award of $15,000 to eligible women who are currently working on their PhD. Local application components must be submitted by Oct 5, including a 1-2-page letter of application highlighting current work and career goals and resume, emailed to P.E.O. Scholar Awards Chairperson, Rebecca Caldwell, rebec.caldwell@gmail.com. Nominees should be on track to complete doctoral level degree between Apr 2020 and Aug 2021. If the potential candidate is working on a joint program, such as a PhD/DVM, she must be scheduled to complete the entire program (both degrees) between Apr 2020 and Aug 2021. For more information go to http://vapeo.org/joomla/index.php, click on P.E.O. International Project, then Scholar Award under Projects. Contact Rebecca Caldwell at rebec.caldwell@gmail.com or 540-230-9371 with questions.
13. FALL 2018 GRAD SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES – 1st posting
For more information and for a complete list of professional development events this fall, check out the Graduate School website: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/student-life/professional-development/professional-development-series.html.
14. WHOLE TALE – RDA/US FELLOWSHIP CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – 2nd posting
The Whole Tale (WT) project, in cooperation with the US region of the Research Data Alliance (RDA/US) and its early career fellowship program RDA/US Data Share, invites applications for the joint WT-RDA/US Early Career fellowship program. Fellows will engage with both the WT and RDA communities and, depending on commitment, receive $5,000 for self-directed projects and/or travel support to attend the RDA Thirteenth Plenary. For more details, deadlines and the application form, please visit https://wholetale.org/2018/09/06/wt-rdaus-ecf-fellows.html. Applications due September 30. Contact dataservices@vt.edu to learn more about VT participation in these initiatives.
15. GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE SEEKING FELLOWSHIP MENTORS – 3rd posting
Any VT graduate student who has received a national fellowship in the past (Fulbright, Boren, Marshall, Goldwater, NSF-GRFP, etc.) and would be interested in serving as a resource for future candidates, please contact Betty Anderson in the Global Education Office (betty.anderson@vt.edu). Activities include speaking at info sessions, application review, one-on-one mentoring, etc. Time commitment is minimal and flexible based on participants’ schedules.
16. COMMUNITY CHANGE COLLABORATIVE: MEETING UPDATE – 3rd posting
Based on the results of the poll, the new regular meeting day will be weekly on Thursday at 11:00am in the GLC. All meetings will be in Room C with the following exceptions: Sep 6 – Room B; Sep 13 – Room F; Sep 27 – No Meeting; Oct 11 – Room B. If needed, go to the information desk in the GLC for the meeting location.
17. STATISTICS SHORT COURSES OFFERED IN FALL 2018 – 3rd posting
The Statistical Applications & Innovation Group (SAIG) is offering a number of two-hour short courses for graduate students that cover a variety of statistical methods in platforms like R and JMP. To find out more details about the short courses and sign-up, go to https://app.nli.tlos.vt.edu/ and search for “SAIG” in the Sponsor field. For more information about SAIG and the other free services available, visit https://saig.stat.vt.edu/
18. LIBRARY RESERVES INFO FOR GTAs – 3rd posting
Nearly 500 assigned textbooks are available for 2 hours, 2 days or 7 days via Library Course Reserves https://catalog.lib.vt.edu/cgi-bin/koha/opac-course-reserves.pl and eBook versions for some additional course textbooks can be found by searching the Library’s Discovery Search at: https://lib.vt.edu. Suggestions that the Libraries purchase a textbook and put it on reserve for a particular course can be sent to at https://vt.libsurveys.com/loader.php?friendly=textbook-purchase. Printed textbooks reported to the VT Bookstore and already owned by the library will automatically be added to the list of textbooks on Reserve. Questions? Contact reserve@vt.edu.
Jobs:
None at this time
Volunteers and research participants sought:
19. GRADUATE STUDENT AMBASSADOR LEADERSHIP (GSAL) PROGRAM – 1st posting
The Graduate Student Ambassador Leadership (GSAL) Program seeks applicants looking for a way to be more engaged as a graduate student and looking to serve and represent Virginia Tech. Graduate ambassadors volunteer their time for occasions like assisting with Graduate School orientation, providing campus tours, mentoring new graduate students in their department or college, and promoting the graduate student community. To apply please visit http://bit.ly/VT_GSAL. All applications are due by Friday, Sep 28. If you have questions contact Dr. Justin Grimes at jgrimes18@vt.edu.
20. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VR INTERACTION METHODS STUDY – 2nd posting
This research is studying various interaction methods for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies and investigating the best ways to indicate and mark targets of interest in AR.
Participants will be asked to use these techniques to then answer questions and comment on their usability. The experiment will be performed in the Sandbox, Room 160 of the Moss Arts Center, and will take 60 – 90 minutes for each participant. Participants must be at 18+ years old and have normal vision (glasses and contacts are fine). Sign up at http://people.cs.vt.edu/~llisle/experiment_slots.html. Contact Lee Lisle at llisle@vt.edu for more information.
21. MENTORS NEEDED FOR BLACKSBURG REFUGEE PARTNERSHIP – 2nd posting
Grad student Allison Miller, co-coordinator of The Blacksburg Refugee Partnership (BRP), advises that the BRP is seeking mentors for refugee children in the community. Mentors spend a minimum of one day a week with their mentee engaging in activities that will build on their community involvement and contribute to their overall well-being. This may be taking the mentee to the park, doing arts and crafts, hiking, and more. This is a unique opportunity to get involved with BRP and space is limited. There are no language requirements and all those who are interested must pass a background check. It is preferred that mentors have a minimum of one year left in Blacksburg. If interested, please contact mentoradmin@blacksburgrefugeepartnership.org for more information.
22. PAID VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE FOR KIDS AGES 7-14 – 3rd posting
The Clinical Psychology program at VT has developed an assessment training opportunity for doctoral students. Graduate students enrolled in the Psychological Assessment course will be conducting psychological assessments of children/adolescents, ages 7-14, and their parents. Volunteers will be reimbursed $30 for their participation. These assessments are only for training purposes, not for clinical use. Participants must be available for three to four 3-hour sessions from Oct 10 through Nov 7, scheduled on an individual basis. Please contact Lauren Delk at ladelk@vt.edu for more information.
23. AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ADHD STUDY – 3rd posting
Participants needed to take part in confidential interview for a study exploring health behavior and health care utilization practices of African American adults who experienced adolescent symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, or a behavioral disorder. Participants will receive a $10 gift card to thank them for their participation. You are eligible to participate in the study if you: 1) Identify as African American or Black; 2) are 18 years of age or older 3) are currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student; 4) have experienced first symptoms of ADHD or a behavioral disorder beginning before the age of 12. If interested, please complete this short 5-minute survey: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8ojGNYxbi9LQ3el. Direct questions about the study or eligibility to Marissa Lang at Lang.Marissa@gmail.com.
24. VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT TO RATE SERIOUSNESS OF WORKPLACE INFRACTION SCENARIOS – 3rd posting
Graduate student volunteers needed for a study rating the seriousness of workplace infraction scenarios. The study will should take less than 20 minutes to complete and involves each scenario and rating it on a scale from 1 (minor) to 5 (serious). Study is being done entirely online and responses will be completely anonymous. If interested, go to https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9B3vAwlQlo4kbDD. Questions? Email Bethany at bbodo@vt.edu.
25. MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION STUDY – 3rd posting
The Psychology Department at Virginia Tech is currently conducting a research study examining a program designed to improve health and well-being. The program, called Mindfulness-Based-Stress-Reduction (MBSR), involves an 8-week class on meditation and mindful movement techniques such as tai-chi and yoga. Study will test the impact of MBSR on stress, emotion and attention functions, and on the physical factors that affect these processes. The purpose is to find out if MBSR classes will decrease negative emotions, increase attention, decrease stress levels and boost your immune system. For more information, go to www.scanlab.org/mbsr.pdf or email hokiemindfulness@gmail.com.
Upcoming events:
HOW TO USE iTHENTICATE – TRAINING SESSIONS
Multiple dates, times, meeting rooms; registration required
The Graduate School is offering training sessions to graduate students on how to use iThenticate, a newly available software system to review the originality of documents, ensure accurate attribution to other authors, and eliminate occurrences of potential plagiarism. Multiple sessions are offered; please register for only one if you are interested at https://app.nli.tlos.vt.edu/; search by date or for “iThenticate” in the title box.
Monday, September 24 2:00- 3:00pm GLC Room B
Thursday, September 27 11:00am-12:00pm GLC Room F
Tuesday, October 2 3:00-4:00pm GLC Room B
Wednesday, October 3 10:00-11:00am GLC Room C
Friday, October 5 3:00-4:00pm Zoom (540-231-8316)
ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING AN ADVISOR/ADVISEE RELATIONSHIP
Monday, Sep 24, 4:00pm, GLC Room C
Having a good advisor/advisee relationship can be a great resource when it comes to questions and concerns about your academic career. In this first event in the Graduate School’s Professional Development Series, learn how you can establish and maintain an effective relationship with your advisor with this workshop. Sign up at https://virgi.niatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0eaT0vWrKkOWlY9. For more information and for a complete list of professional development events this fall, check out the Graduate School website: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/student-life/professional-development/professional-development-series.html.
GRADUATE WRITING RETREAT
Thursday, Sep 27, 9:00am-2:00pm, Inn at Virginia Tech, Drillfield Room
Commit to working on your thesis, dissertation or other writing project for five hours in the company of fellow graduate students and help keep each other accountable and productive! The Graduate School will supply the room and food; all you have to do is write. You must commit to an achievable writing goal as part of the registration. Spaces are limited, so registration is required at: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7WdRUrI2VUbalfv. Registrations will be accepted until all slots are filled.
GET LINKED IN TO LINKEDIN
Thursday, Sep 27, 4:15pm, GLC Room C
Graduate students who attend this workshop will learn how to build a professional profile, network and connect with others, and utilize LinkedIn in their job search. Graduate students will also learn about additional resources available to them through Career and Professional Development. This workshop will be available live on Zoom. All workshops can be accessed on Zoom at http://virginiatech.zoom.us/my/alyssa.rametta
RESEARCH A LA MODE: EXPLORING INSIGHTS ON WILDLIFE RECREATIONISTS
Thursday, Sep 27, 5:00-6:00pm, Museum of Geosciences, Derring Hall Rm. 2062
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. This month PhD student Bennett Grooms, who studies the thoughts and behaviors of wildlife recreationists in Virginia, will share his insights on how things like motivations, trust, and attitudes are important for wildlife conservation. Come support graduate students learning to communicate their science. Enjoy free ice cream during the talk.
FREE APPLE AND PEAR TASTING
Saturday, Sept 29, 10am-12pm, Blacksburg Farmers Market
Come join the GLC Fellows and fellow graduate students for the free Apple and Pear Tasting event at the Blacksburg Farmers Market. Anyone is welcome to join us for this family friendly outing! Please fill out this survey at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_575ApPtERFXp6rb for more details and to help gage interest. Feel free to contact Athulya Simon at aasimon@vt.edu with any questions.
SELF- CARE WORKSHOP
Wednesday, Oct 3, 3:00pm, GLC Room C
Interested in learning why you deserve time for yourself while in Graduate School? Want to know why it is so important? Attend this workshop to learn why self-care is so important to academic and professional success. Please complete the following survey if interested in attending: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eQZFSNLs7jibcyx.
HBCU CONNECT DINNER
Wednesday, Oct 3, 5:30 -7:30 pm, Graduate Life Center Multipurpose room
Grad students are invited to attend this year’s HBCU Alumni Graduate Student Connect Dinner with keynote speaker Dr. Brandy Faulkner, a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science. Student group leaders, faculty mentors, and members of the community are also invited to attend. The event is free. Please register at http://bit.ly/HBCUConnectDinner. For accommodations related to disabilities, please contact Shania at sbooker1@vt.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
HISPANIC STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH
Thursday, Oct 4, 12:00-1:00 pm, Graduate Life Center Room B
Grad students are invited to attend this year’s Hispanic/Latino Graduate Student Connect Lunch with keynote speaker Dr. Mercedes Ramirez Fernandez, the Associate Vice Provost for Strategic Affairs and Diversity. Student group leaders, faculty mentors, and members of the community are also invited to attend. The event is free. Please register at http://bit.ly/HispanicConnectLunch. For accommodations related to disabilities, please contact Shania at sbooker1@vt.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
STRESS MANAGEMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Friday, Oct 5, 2:00pm, GLC Room C
Graduate work tends to bring out stress and anxiety in students and at times can feel overwhelming. If you want to learn how to manage and cope with stress, come to this stress management workshop designed specifically for international students. Please complete the following survey if you are interested in attending: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3rNwMZrQQsv2CUJ.