Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY DROP-IN SERVICES
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS
This Week’s Events:
3. LYRIC THEATER TOUR
4. CAREER FAIR TIPS AND TRICKS
5. LUNCH WITH THE DEAN
6. CONFERENCE ON HIGHER EDUCATION PEDAGOGY
7. FLAMENCO AND SPANISH TRADITIONAL DANCE
8. WELCOME BACK—KIDS’NIGHT OUT
9. INTERVARSITY GRADUATE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP – SPRING RETREAT
10. GSA SPRING BEER & WINE SOCIAL
11. WORKSHOP: CHINESE TRADITIONAL MUSIC WITH “SOUNDS OF CHINA”
Administrative Announcements:
12. 2019 OPEN EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM AT VIRGINIA TECH – 1st posting
13. LIBRARY STUDIOS WORKSHOP SERIES, SPRING 2019 – 1st posting
14. GRADUATE STUDENTS INVITED TO SUBMIT WRITING – 1st posting
15. GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM RECRUITING GRADUATE STUDENT PANELISTS – 2nd posting
16. GRAD 5204: CITIZEN SCHOLAR SEMINAR (CRN 20270) – 2nd posting
17. AETNA STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE OPEN ENROLLMENT – 3rd posting
18. THE GSA’S 35TH ANNUAL RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM AND EXPOSITION – 3rd posting
Jobs:
19. SEEKING GTA FOR WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES PROGRAM – 2nd posting
20. MULTIPLE POSITIONS FOR GOVERNOR’S SCHOOL PROGRAM LEADERS – 2nd posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
21. AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ADHD STUDY – 1st posting
22. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR PSYCHOPHSYIOLOGICAL MONITORING STUDY – 2nd posting
23. NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR STUDY ON SCHOOL READINESS IN PRESCHOOLERS – 2nd posting
24. NEED VOLUNTEERS: STUDY ON REWARD & LOSS FINANCIAL DECISION-MAKING – 2nd posting
25. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON FATIGUE AND BALANCE – 2nd posting
Upcoming events:
— SPRING KICK-OFF WELCOME CONNECT LUNCH (Reg. by 2/1)
— BUILDING A WINNING RESUME/CV (2/4)
— ASK A COP: DOS AND DONUTS (2/5)
— GLC WELCOME SOCIAL (2/8, reg. by 2/4)
— CAN THERE BE JUSTICE WITHOUT GOD?
— BLACK HISTORY MONTH CONNECT LUNCH
Recurring Events
1. WEEKLY DROP-IN SERVICES:
– Career Advising: Thursdays 3:00-5:00pm starting Feb 7. 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
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS:
– WRITING STRATEGIES FOR GRADUATE WRITERS
Mondays, 1:00-2:30pm and Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30am, GLC, Room D
Session can last up to 1.5 hours; you are limited to two of these special appointments at the GLC per semester. Ends May 9. Make an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com.
– CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH SUPPORT FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 2:30-3:30pm, GLC Room D (Feb 22 – Room A)
Practice conversational English with the help of our community volunteers!
Often, extra individualized support will be available after the Wednesday and Friday sessions. Make an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com.
– GLC CAFÉ – THURSDAY THIS WEEK
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.
– FREE CHILDCARE – 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/n9pc5vy5rvebifgb
Please note that spots are limited. Contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu for more info.
This Week’s Events
3. LYRIC THEATER TOUR
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 4:00pm, The Lyric Theater lobby
Tour the Lyric Theatre to experience the 1930s design and learn about opportunities to volunteer. Everyone who attends will also receive a free movie pass. Please arrive at The Lyric five to ten minutes early. Register at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_djsp2iKz4bP8kKN.
4. CAREER FAIR TIPS AND TRICKS
Tuesday, Jan. 29, 5:30pm, GLC Room F
Learn how to present yourself to an employer and what to ask at a job fair.
Find out more information here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/259638/share_preview
5. LUNCH WITH THE DEAN
Wednesday, Jan 30, 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_5hvruhDBiI70nGZ .
6. CONFERENCE ON HIGHER EDUCATION PEDAGOGY
Wednesday – Friday, Jan 30 – Feb 1, The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center
The 11th annual conference showcases best practices in teaching and learning and hosts hundreds of participants from across the U.S. and world. Conference presentations will focus on topics such as student engagement, teaching strategies, diversity and inclusion in the classroom, universal design for learning, teaching with technology, and much more! Opening keynote speaker is Kathleen Gabriel, author of Creating the Path to Success in the Classroom: Teaching to Close the Graduation Gap for Minority, First-Generation, and Academically Unprepared Students. Online registration closes Jan 29. For more information and to register, please visit https://chep.teaching.vt.edu/.
7. FLAMENCO AND SPANISH TRADITIONAL DANCE
Wednesday, Jan 30, 7:00–8:00pm, Squires 116
Interested in learning Flamenco, Tango, Fandango and other forms of Spanish Classical dance? Come join ‘Olé at VT’ every Wednesday for our practice sessions. No prior experience or partner necessary. Free and open to all.
8. WELCOME BACK—KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Thursday, Jan 31, 6:30-8:30pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington St., B’burg
Free child care is starting up! Sign up for this week’s free Thursday evening session (6:30-8:30) of fun and games in a safe and supportive atmosphere for your child aged 2-12 at the Virginia Tech Women’s Center. Space is limited. Sign up here: https://doodle.com/poll/n9pc5vy5rvebifgb
9. INTERVARSITY GRADUATE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP – SPRING RETREAT
Friday, Feb 1, 8:00pm – Sunday, Feb 3 10:00am, near Lexington, VA (1.5 hours from VT)
Grad student Toria Hurd invites all VT graduate students to join in a restful weekend of new friendships, indoor/outdoor recreation, Bible study and prayer in a relaxed setting away from campus. Cost is $15-35 (scholarships available). For more info and to register, go to https://goo.gl/forms/5sSUURgY6DwZkSuK2 . Contact Robert Howe (robahowe@gmail.com) with any questions.
10. GSA SPRING BEER & WINE SOCIAL
Friday, Feb 1, 5:00-9:00pm, Lane Stadium South End Zone Club
The Graduate Student Assembly is gearing up for an exciting Spring Beer & Wine Social in Lane Stadium! Tickets will be $18 ahead of time, $20 at the door, and will include drinks, appetizers and an incredible DJ. There is also a non-alcohol-drinking entry option, which is $8 at the door. Come relax and enjoy the company of other graduate students! Everyone is encouraged to dress in semi-formal attire. Buy tickets online at https://campuslife.vt.edu/Events/Ticket_Office/Events_and_Tickets.html. For more info go to: https://www.facebook.com/pg/VTGraduateStudentAssembly/events/?ref=page_internal.
Volunteers for this event are also needed. All volunteers will receive free admission to the social. To sign-up as a volunteer, visit: https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8Hr8BKIl2PJgV81.
Questions? Contact Lehi Dowell, GSA Director of Events at ldowell@vt.edu.
11. WORKSHOP: CHINESE TRADITIONAL MUSIC WITH “SOUNDS OF CHINA”
Sunday, Feb 3, 10:00am, Moss Arts Center
Musician and lovers of music and world cultures are invited to a workshop led by composer and director of “Sounds of China”, Ma Jiuyue. Learn about traditional Chinese music, instruments, and Ma Jiuyue’s approach to composing Chinese fusion music, including a lecture by Mr. Ma and demonstrations by musicians in Sounds of China. For more information, please contact Jon at rjginn@vt.edu or go to https://chinesemusic.eventbrite.com to register. Free admission. This event is posted on behalf of grad student Trichia Cadette, trich758@vt.edu.
Administrative Announcements:
12. 2019 OPEN EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM AT VIRGINIA TECH – 1st posting
The University Libraries at Virginia Tech invites proposals for conference posters and lightning round talks to be presented at the 2019 Open Education Symposium held at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, on Mar 4. This event is part of Open Education Week, an internationally recognized initiative sponsored by the Open Education Consortium with the goal of raising awareness of open education. The theme of the 2019 Open Education Symposium is “Expanding Open Education in Colleges & Universities.” For more information about the 2019 Open Education Symposium at Virginia Tech visit https://guides.lib.vt.edu/oer/oeweek. Brief proposals due Jan 28. Submit at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeXCBG5xS9EUYEM2Ar_js8I9SgqDmUl6eTgbwncF3hgnIZkQ/viewform.
13. LIBRARY STUDIOS WORKSHOP SERIES, SPRING 2019 – 1st posting
All grad students are invited to the following free workshops organized by the University Libraries at VT.
– Videos for Pitch Competitions, Wednesday January 30, 4:00-5:00pm, Torgersen 3310.
– Create a Virtual Reality Experience, Tuesday February 5, 4:00-5:00pm, Torgersen 3310.
– Setting Project Goals and Staying on Track, Tuesday February 5, 3:00-4:00pm, Fusion Studio (Newman 2038).
– Fundamentals of Data Visualization with Tableau Desktop, Wednesday February 6 10:00-11:30am, Athenaeum (Newman 124).
– Open Text Coding, Monday February 11, 2:30-4:00pm, Torgersen 1100.
Go to https://vt.libcal.com/calendar/workshops/?cid=10680&t=d&d=0000-00-00&cal=10680 for more details and to register.
14. GRADUATE STUDENTS INVITED TO SUBMIT WRITING – 1st posting
The student blog RE: Reflections and Explorations, offered through the VT Institute for Policy and Governance, is a great vehicle to share research ideas and theories with a broader audience. All VT grad students are eligible to offer essays that address a policy, politics or governance issue or concern. Students in ALCE, ASPECT, GIA, HD, PGG, Natural Resources, PAPP, Political Science, Rhetoric and Writing, Sociology and Urban Affairs and Planning are particularly encouraged to submit essays. To find examples of past topics, read archived essays at https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/reflectionsandexplorations/. Dr. Max Stephenson, Prof. of Public and International Affairs, serves as editor and final arbiter of all submissions. Sign up using this Google Spreadsheet. Slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions? Contact Heather Parrish at parrish1@vt.edu.
15. GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM RECRUITING GRADUATE STUDENT PANELISTS – 2nd posting
The Graduate Honor System is recruiting graduate students to serve as panelists who review evidence and determine the outcome of GHS cases. Must be a graduate student at Virginia Tech in good academic standing. Overall time commitment is 3-4 hours a semester based on the number of cases and panelist
availability. If interested, please contact the GHS Chair – Anurag Mantha (ghs@vt.edu) to set up a brief meeting to discuss the role. Once the meeting is complete, panelists are added to the GHS email list and are free to volunteer to serve on any panel based on your availability.
16. GRAD 5204: CITIZEN SCHOLAR SEMINAR (CRN 20270) – 2nd posting
Spring 2019, Wednesdays, 10:10 AM – 12:05 PM, GLC Room B
This 3-credit hour course is an integral part of the Graduate School’s Transformative Graduate Education initiative. Will examine community engagement from perspectives of pedagogy, research, and outreach, enabling students to understand how their disciplinary expertise can be applied to advance social well-being. For more information, contact the instructors, Bill Huckle (wrhuckle@vt.edu) and/or Catherine Cotrupi (cotrupi@vt.edu)
17. AETNA HEALTH INSURANCE OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR NEW STUDENTS – 3rd posting
Spring enrollment is open for new students starting in Spring 2019. Deadline: Jan 31, 2019. 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.
18. THE GSA’S 35TH ANNUAL RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM AND EXPOSITION – 3rd posting
All graduate students are invited to “Discover New Perspectives” and apply for the Graduate Student Association’s 35th Annual Research Symposium and Exposition. Compete against other students in oral and poster presentations as well as Flash Talks and Installations to win cash prizes up to $1,000. ALL degree programs are welcome to apply before the early abstract deadline of February 1 for a chance to receive feedback and resubmit at gsa.vt.edu and clicking on “Annual Research Symposium and Exposition”. All other abstracts will be due by February 22. Contact Sharon Stidham (sharon62@vt.edu) and Kisha Greer (kiwi@vt.edu) with questions or comments.
Jobs:
19. SEEKING GTA FOR WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES PROGRAM – 2nd posting
The Sociology Department and Women’s and Gender Studies Program have an opening for one 20 hour/week Graduate Teaching Assistantship for Spring ‘19 semester. Must be full-time graduate student enrolled in 12 credit hours in spring semester; previous coursework in Sociology or Women’s and Gender Studies preferred. Duties include grading and assisting with other course-related needs of faculty. Start date is Tuesday, Jan 22 or as soon as position is filled. This is a one-semester appointment. For more information, send a copy of your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications to Shannon Bell, Director of Graduate Studies, Department of Sociology at sbell33@vt.edu.
20. MULTIPLE POSITIONS FOR GOVERNOR’S SCHOOL PROGRAM LEADERS – 2nd posting
The Virginia Governor’s School for Agriculture summer program has multiple positions seeking Program Leaders from Jun 19 to Jul 21. The GSL is the heart of the Governor’s School for Agriculture (GSA). They interact on a continuing and personal basis with small numbers of GSA students, providing instruction, mentorship, and assistance to the Governor’s School students. The GSL plays a critical role in ensuring the Student Code of Conduct is adhered to at all times, and ensuring the personal safety of all Governor’s School for Agriculture students. Other roles include providing administrative and other support as directed by the Director or On-site Director. GSL’s will be selected for their academic ability, enthusiasm, potential as instructional assistants, and leadership. For more info and a full position description, go to https://www.dropbox.com/s/0owzb7gn4mp3amg/Governor’s%20School%20Leader%20Job%20Description%202019.pdf?dl=0.
Volunteers and research participants sought:
21. AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ADHD STUDY – 1st 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 receive a $10 gift card for their participation. Eligible participants will: 1) Identify as African American or Black; 2) are 18 years of age or older 3) experienced first symptoms of ADHD or a behavioral disorder beginning before the age of 12. Eligibility does not require having been diagnosed. If interested, ontact Marissa Lang at Lang.Marissa@gmail.com.
22. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR PSYCHOPHSYIOLOGICAL MONITORING STUDY – 2nd posting
Volunteers are needed to participate in a psychophysiological monitoring study for aerospace applications. Participants will be asked to wear two commercially available body sensors, the Muse headset and the Empatica E4 wristband, while completing a set of cognitive tasks on the computer. Volunteers must be over the age of 18. The study session is estimated to take 1 hour to complete. A second 1 hour session may be necessary if there is an instrumentation failure. Please contact Grace Wusk (gracew@vt.edu) if you are interested in participating.
23. NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR STUDY ON SCHOOL READINESS IN PRESCHOOLERS – 2nd posting
The iLEAP Lab in the Psychology Department at Virginia Tech is conducting a new study focusing on school readiness in preschoolers, and the predictability of different cognitive development factors in monolinguals and bilingually exposed children. The study comprises of two visits, 1 year apart. During this visit, a variety of tasks will be administered in play-like interactions, lasting about one hour and 15 minutes. Data will be collected again one year later. Seek preschool children (around 3 years old) who speak English only, but especially those who speak and hear a different language at home. We offer a $15 compensation at each session for filling out the demographic and language questionnaires. If you are interested in this study, please contact us by e-mail (vtlanguagelab@gmail.com), or by phone at 540-231-3972 (iLEAP Lab) or at 540-231-0973 (Vanessa Diaz, PI).
24. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: STUDY ON REWARD & LOSS FINANCIAL DECISION-MAKING – 3rd posting
Must be between the ages of 18–55. Study involves completing an online questionnaire, for which you will be entered into a raffle to receive a $50 Amazon gift card.You might then be contacted to complete an optional second part of the study, which will be conducted on the Virginia Tech campus, during which brain activity measurements will be taken while you make financial decisions. Compensation for this second optional study is between $10 and $30 dollars. Brain activity will be measured using FNIRS (functional near-infrared spectroscopy). FNIRS leverages optical processes to enable the measurement of real-time neural activity. The link to complete the study (i.e., the online questionnaire) can be found on our lab website (http://www.scanlab.org/projects.html), under the section Reward and Loss Learning in Anxiety. Both anxious and non-anxious subjects are being recruited.
25. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON FATIGUE AND BALANCE – 3rd posting
Volunteers are needed to participate in a research study on the effects of occupational fatigue on balance. Participation involves 2 sessions, totaling 4-5 hours. You are eligible to participate if you are 18-35 years old, have no musculoskeletal or neurological conditions that affect your balance or walking, are able to walk unassisted for 60 minutes, and are able to lift a 50-pound box. Participants will be compensated $67.50 for completing the study. For more information, please contact Leigh Allin at lallin@vt.edu.
Upcoming events:
SPRING KICK-OFF WELCOME CONNECT LUNCH
Monday, Feb 4, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Come out and meet representatives from university offices, learn about student resources, and network with other new and returning students, faculty, and staff with lunch provided. Please register at http://bit.ly/NewStudentLunch by February 1. For accommodations related to disabilities, please contact Dr. Justin Grimes at jgrimes18@vt.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
BUILDING A WINNING RESUME/CV
Monday, Feb 4, 5:30pm, GLC Room F
Having a well-polished resume is the most critical step toward getting an interview. Start early to be ready for spring career fairs and on-campus interviews. More information can be found here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/259657/share_preview
ASK A COP: DOS AND DONUTS
Tuesday, Feb 5, 5:00pm, GLC Room C
Dunk into the dos and don’ts of what to do if you get pulled over by the police. Also learn when to call the police for assistance and hear about the services and events the Virginia Tech Police Department offers to students. Ever wonder why cops are always associated with donuts? Find out the answer at this session! This is tailored for international students but anyone is welcome to attend. Bring your questions. Yes, there will be donuts! Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8CYno3NE8QAfwFf
GLC WELCOME SOCIAL
Friday, Feb 8, 5:00-7:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
The GLC Fellows invite you to come hang out with fellow graduate students at the GLC Welcome Social. Ease into the new semester with some food, music, and games! This event is open to all graduate students and their families. For an accurate count for food, sign-up at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0ps7utNUHb6VxKB by Monday Feb 4.
CAN THERE BE JUSTICE WITHOUT GOD?
Wednesday, Feb 13, 8:00-10:00pm.
Grad student Joel Kees invited you to a talk given by Professor Mary Poplin who will be discussing her experience working with Mother Teresa and the impact it has had on her outlook on social justice. Professor Ted Parent will offer a response, followed by Q&A from the audience. Co-hosted by Chi-Alpha, the Bradley Study Center, and the Secular Students at Virginia Tech. Mary Poplin is Professor of Education at Claremont Graduate School in California; Ted Parent is Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Virginia Tech
BLACK HISTORY MONTH CONNECT LUNCH
Thursday, Feb 14, 12:00-1:00 pm, Graduate Life Center, Room B
All grad students are invited to the Connect Lunch, sponsored by the Office of Recruitment, Diversisty, and Inclusion, to celebrate Black History Month. Student group leaders, faculty mentors, and members of the community are also invited. The event is free and all are welcome to attend. Please register at http://bit.ly/BlackHistoryMonth-2019 by Feb 11. For accommodations related to disabilities, please contact Dr. Justin Grimes at jgrimes18@vt.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.