Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY DROP-IN SERVICES
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS
This Week’s Events:
3. THE MOVIES AND AMERICA
4. TRANSFORMATIVE PERSPECTIVES OF DIVERSITY IN AGRICULTURE: A PERSONAL NARRATIVE
5. HOW TO COMMUNICATE WHAT I “DO” WORKSHOP
6. HOW TO USE iTHENTICATE – TRAINING SESSIONS
7. LIBRARY STUDIOS WORKSHOP SERIES, SPRING 2019
8. ENTREPRENEUR CHALLENGE FINALS
9. 2ND SPRING 2019 GENERAL BODY MEETING FOR GRAD SHPE AT VT
10. STORY COLLIDER AT VIRGINIA TECH: PUBLIC-INSPIRED SCIENCE
11. ISHA YOGA FOR BEGINNERS – FREE YOGA SESSION
Administrative Announcements:
12. GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST – 1st posting
13. FREE ONE-ON-ONE NUTRITION GUIDANCE OFFERED BY NUTRITION STUDENTS – 1st posting
14. MY VOICE: LOOKING FOR STUDENT FEATURES – 2nd posting
15. 7th ANNUAL FACULTY WOMEN OF COLOR IN THE ACADEMY NAT’L CONFERENCE – 3rd posting
16. GSA GRAD RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – SPRING APPS OPEN – 3rd posting
17. SOLAR DECATHLON GRADUATE STUDENT HOUSING SURVEY – 3rd posting
Jobs:
18. GRADUATE ASSISTANT, CURRICULUM MAPPING GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE – 1st posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
19. VOLUNTEERS FOR GSA’S 35TH ANNUAL RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM & EXPOSITION – 1st posting
20. VOLUNTEERS FOR STUDY WITH VIRTUAL REALITY (VR) TECHNOLOGIES – 1st posting
21. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY ON FINANCIAL DECISION-MAKING – 1st posting
22. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR FUTURE SENSORY STUDIES – 1st posting
23. VOLUNTEERS NEED FOR ACCEPTABILITY STUDY OF EDAMAME – 2nd posting
24. GSA GRAD RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – SPRING ‘19 CALL FOR REVIEWERS – 3rd posting
25. VOLUNTEERS FOR GENDER & INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE –3rd posting
26. PARTICIPANTS FOR STUDY EXPLORING EXPERIENCE OF RECALLING EMOTIONS – 3rdposting
27. FAMILY MEMBERS OF LGBQ+ INDIVIDUAL WANTED FOR A RESEARCH PROJECT – 3rd posting
Upcoming events:
— SPEED INTERVIEWING (3/4; reg. limited)
— THESE SHINING LIVES
— APPLY TO COMSCICON-VIRGINIA TECH (3/7-8; reg. limited)
— GLC KNITTING NIGHT (3/5; reg. by 2/20)
— APPALACHIAN INTEREST GROUP MEETING (3/19; reg. online)
— WOMEN’S MONTH CONNECT LUNCH (3/19; reg. online)
— WRITING AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY (3/20; reg. online)
— ARUNA 5K AND 1 MILE RUN 2019 (3/31; reg. online)
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
– Engage with the Academy: GTA Co-Working Space Wednesdays, 4-6pm GLC Graduate Student Lounge and Thursdays, 4-6pm GLC Meeting Room D. Those who are not in the Blacksburg campus or cannot make it in person may join remotely via Zoom: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/173317963
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS:
– WRITING STRATEGIES FOR GRADUATE WRITERS
Mondays, 1:00-2:30pm, GLC, Room D and Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30am, Writing Center
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 – WEDNESDAY & 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.
– ENGAGE WITH THE ACADEMY: GTA CO-WORKING SPACE
Wednesdays, 4-6pm, GLC Graduate Student Lounge:Thursdays, 4-6pm GLC Meeting Room D
Not in the Blacksburg campus, or unable to join in person? Join remotely via Zoom at: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/173317963. Need to finish grading and looking for a change in workspace? Doing class prep and would like to bounce off ideas with another GTA? Or looking to de-brief after teaching? Come join the Academy for GTA Excellence (VTGrATE) and let’s get work done together – or just hang out with other GTAs! Send questions to http://vtgrate.org/ask-a-fellow/.
– 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/92iaayd86asdsiuy
Please note that spots are limited. Contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu for more info.
This Week’s Events
3. THE MOVIES AND AMERICA
Monday, Feb 25, 6:30pm, The River’s Edge (209-D College Ave)
Why do we enjoy talking about good films so much? Grad student Joel Kees invites you to this popular lecture, delivered annually for more than 15 years in a variety of church, school, and other public settings. Dr. Trotter makes a case for the Academy Award nominees for best picture as both a barometer of, and an influence on, current American moral and intellectual standards.
4. TRANSFORMATIVE PERSPECTIVES OF DIVERSITY IN AGRICULTURE: A PERSONAL NARRATIVE
Monday, Feb 25, 6:30pm, Holtzman Alumni Center Auditorium
Nate Looney, the keynote speaker for this event, is the CEO and Owner of Westside Urban Gardens, an urban agricultural start-up based in Los Angeles, CA. A native Angeleno, Nate is an entrepreneur, US Army Veteran, and an Urban Farmer. During his presentation, Nate will share with us his personal experiences as an African American Veteran, member of the LGBTQ+ Community, as well as his thoughts on how students can enrich their leadership skills throughout agriculture and beyond. Reception to follow. Contact Chelsea Corkins (ccorkins@vt.edu) with questions.
5. HOW TO COMMUNICATE WHAT I “DO” WORKSHOP
Wednesday, Feb 27 from 1:30-4:30pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Have you been asked the question, “What are you pursuing in graduate school?” Here is an opportunity to hone the skills of discussing your research when you don’t know what to say. Join this communicating science workshop with Dr. Carrie Kroehler. Please dress comfortably; we will be active! Registration is required at http://bit.ly/VTCommunicationWorkshop . Confirmation will be sent via VT email by no later than Feb 25. Spaces are limited. Questions, email Dr. Justin Grimes at jgrimes18@vt.edu.
6. HOW TO USE iTHENTICATE – TRAINING SESSIONS
Wednesday, February 27, 2:00pm-3:00pm in GLC C
Multiple dates, times, and locations throughout the semester listed below
The Graduate School is offering training sessions on how graduate students will 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. Please attend only one session if you are interested; registration at https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/ by searching for “iThenticate” in the search box.
– Wednesday, March 6, 7:00pm-8:00pm via Zoom Room 5402318316
– Thursday, March 28, 10:00am-11:00am in GLC C
– Tuesday, April 9, 7:00pm-8:00pm via Zoom Room 5402318316
– Tuesday, April 16, 3:00pm-4:00pm in GLC C
7. LIBRARY STUDIOS WORKSHOP SERIES, SPRING 2019
Understanding Intellectual Property
Thursday, Feb 28, 3:00-4:00pm, Fusion Studio (Newman Library 2038).
All grad students are also invited to the following free workshops.
– Intermediate NVivo for Exploratory Data Analysis, Monday Mar 4, 2:30-4:00pm, Torgersen 1100.
– Intermediate Data Visualization with Tableau Desktop, Wednesday Mar 6, 10:00-11:30am, Athenaeum (Newman 124).
Visit http://vt.libcal.com/workshops for more details and to register.
8. ENTREPRENEUR CHALLENGE FINALS
Friday, Mar 1, 4:00-7:30pm, Davidson Hall, Room 281
VT Entrepreneur Challenge provides teams of 2-5 students from across campus to compete for the best business model and a chance to win up to $40,000 in cash awards and prizes! The Entrepreneur Challenge is intended to encourage students to develop ideas and support early stage business development. Make sure to reserve your seat to attend the challenge! Go to https://www.apex.vt.edu/event/entrepreneur-challenge-finals/ for more information and registration.
9. 2ND SPRING 2019 GENERAL BODY MEETING FOR GRAD SHPE AT VT
Friday, Mar 1, 6:00-7:30pm, GLC Meeting Room B
Grad SHPE at VT is a collective of graduate students cultivating a sense of community for Chicanos/Hispanics/Latinos pursuing advanced degrees in fields including but not limited to, science, technology, engineering and mathematics at VT. They strive to take an active role in facilitating personal, academic, and professional development within our community in order to become culturally responsible leaders. This meeting will cover the recent group events, upcoming events planned, and a few members will be presenting their research to the group. For more information, email vtgradshpe@gmail.com.
10. STORY COLLIDER AT VIRGINIA TECH: PUBLIC-INSPIRED SCIENCE
Friday, Mar 1, 7:00-9:00pm, Haymarket Theater – Squires Student Center
The Story Collider, a premier science storytelling podcast is headed to Blacksburg for a FREE show. Come listen to speakers including graduate students at Virginia Tech share true, personal stories of public-inspired science. Doors open at 6:30pm. Admission is free, registration is required. For more information and registration please visit the Story Collider Website at https://www.storycollider.org/shows/2019/2/1/blacksburg-va-public-inspired-science. Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/230494231229150/
11. ISHA YOGA FOR BEGINNERS – FREE YOGA SESSION
Saturday, Mar 2, 5:00-6:00pm, Room 116, Squires Student Center
The Indian Student Association at Virginia Tech is collaborating with the Isha Foundation to offer a free yoga session aimed at bringing well-being to everyone through yoga and meditation. RSVP: https://www.innerengineering.com/ieo-new/free-sessions/. Walk-in’s are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/250464799234988/. For more info contact ishadc.idy@gmail.com or 703-599-0004
Administrative Announcements:
12. GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST – 1st posting
It’s time to pull out that paintbrush or camera and create a submission for the Graduate Education Week Art and Photography contest! The contest theme is “Balance.” Graduate students can enter up to 3 photographs or art pieces; deadline is March 20 at 11:59pm. For more details, visit https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/glc-art-and-photo-contest.html.
13. FREE ONE-ON-ONE NUTRITION GUIDANCE OFFERED BY NUTRITION STUDENTS – 1st posting
Do you need nutrition guidance? Are you interested in improving your food choices or your health? Perhaps you would like to add new skills in shopping, cooking, and/or eating off-campus? Grad student Molly Parker invites students to meet with an upper level nutrition student who can help you take the next steps toward building a healthier life. The Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise department at Virginia Tech provides FREE one-on-one nutrition counseling services to any interested students, faculty, or staff.
Visit https://www.hnfe.vt.edu/programs/nutrition_counseling.html to sign up!
14. MY VOICE: LOOKING FOR STUDENT FEATURES – 2nd posting
The Office of Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion is excited to present an opportunity for graduate students to share their voice with the larger community as it relates to their experience, culture, practices, and opinions. We invite you to complete a brief survey to sign up for a feature on our website! Your voice is one of many! We want to hear it and share it! Sign up at http://bit.ly/MyVoiceRegistrationSurvey. If you questions, email Dr. Shernita Lee at shernita@vt.edu
15. 7th ANNUAL FACULTY WOMEN OF COLOR IN THE ACADEMY NAT’L CONFERENCE – 3rd posting
This conference will be held Apr 11-12, 2019 and a Post-Conference Writing Retreat on Apr 13, 2019 at Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center, Blacksburg, VA. Learn more at http://www.cpe.vt.edu/fwca/. Regular Registration ends Feb. 28th. If you want to attend but need assistance with the conference fee, contact fwca@vt.edu.
16. GSA GRAD RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – SPRING APPS OPEN – 3rd posting
“Do you have a research idea that deserves funding? The GSA Graduate Research Development Program (GRDP) provides research grant funds to support graduate research. Ph.D. students may be awarded up to $1,000 and Master’s students up to $750 to support their projects. New this year: footnote options to further communicate research to all reviewers. The application will open on Feb 22 at noon and will close on Mar 1 at 11:59 pm, though information regarding exact documentation including proposal details and budget requirements will be live this week. For the application material visit:
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1TKQQS6MyqfzRiagSVBMUa7V8vD1brouE. To apply visit https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cx9y6El7CM7B9KR. If you have any questions? Contact the GRDP Chair at gsaGRDP@gmail.com. Note: This is the last term where graduate students can win a GRDP award having won one previously. In the future, GSA will allow one GRDP award per VT degree.
17. SOLAR DECATHLON GRADUATE STUDENT HOUSING SURVEY – 3rd posting
The Solar Decathlon Design team is conducting research on graduate student housing to inform their design of a net-positive energy development on the edge of the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center. Take the survey at link: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSlv5NjMQD8R9jf . Please try to complete it as soon as possible. Follow the team’s progress on Instagram @treeha.us and contact grad student Zachary Gould at gould@vt.edu with any questions or concerns.
Jobs:
18. GRADUATE ASSISTANT, CURRICULUM MAPPING GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE – 1st posting
Supports Global Education Office of Virginia Tech by contributing significantly to our curriculum mapping initiative. Includes conducting research on current bilateral exchange partnerships and third party providers to developing a database of course syllabi for incoming/outgoing exchange students. The Graduate Assistant plays a vital role in achieving the mission of the office in expanding study abroad capacity and opportunities. Position is an excellent opportunity for students interested in a career in international education. Visit Graduate Assistant – Curriculum Mapping for full job description and qualifications or email Jared Keyel email at jaredk1@vt.edu. Application Deadline: Mar 15.
Volunteers and research participants sought:
19. VOLUNTEERS FOR GSA’S 35TH ANNUAL RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM & EXPOSITION- 1st posting
Join the GSA as they present “Discover New Perspectives”, the GSA’s 35th Annual Research Symposium and Exposition. Volunteers receive a free t-shirt, free food and beverages, and the opportunity to cheer on friends and fellow students as they present their research. Come along, have fun, make new friends, and enjoy the day. Go to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqT-I_f5AW-VzB8V-qp8BOBuvJKQ356eG4AuSORIGiprjcTw/viewform to indicate your availability and interests. Go to gsa.vt.edu for more information. Contact Sharon Stidham (sharon62@vt.edu) and Kisha Greer (kiwi@vt.edu) with questions or comments.
20. VOLUNTEERS FOR STUDY WITH VIRTUAL REALITY (VR) TECHNOLOGIES – 1st posting
A team is investigating the best ways to interact with Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. This study compares various methods of interaction with virtual data and information. Looking for participants for a user study entitled “View management and user interface optimization for wide-area mobile augmented reality” at the Moss Arts Center. Participants will have a chance to experience the state-of-the-art technology of Virtual Reality. The entire session should take around 90 minutes. Participants will receive $15 Amazon gift card. If interested have questions, contact Feiyu Lu (feiyulu@vt.edu).
21. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY ON FINANCIAL DECISION-MAKING – 1st posting
Must be between 18-55 years of age. Study involves completing an online questionnaire. Participants will be entered into a raffle to receive a $50 Amazon gift card and may 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 making financial decisions. Compensation for 2nd optional study is $10-30. Brain activity will be measured using FNIRS (functional near-infrared spectroscopy) which leverages optical processes to enable the measurement of real-time neural activity. The link to the online questionnaire is at http://www.scanlab.org/projects.html, under Reward and Loss Learning in Anxiety. Both anxious and non-anxious subjects are being recruited. For more info email the Social Clinical Affective Neuroscience Laboratory at vt.scanlab@gmail.com or call (540) 315-2406.
22. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR FUTURE SENSORY STUDIES – 1st posting
The Virginia Tech Sensory Evaluation Laboratory (VT SEL) in the Department of Food Science & Technology is seeking participants who are interested in tasting experiments involving foods and beverages throughout the year. To register as a potential volunteer for the studies, visit
https://vt.compusensecloud.com and then click on the link to fill out the brief registration survey. Signing up in the system means that the lab will email about upcoming studies — it does not obligate participation in any particular study. Participants can unsubscribe from the database at any time if no longer interested in any of the studies. Questions? Contact VT SEL’s PI, Dr. Jacob Lahne, at foodsensory@vt.edu.
23. VOLUNTEERS NEED FOR ACCEPTABILITY STUDY OF EDAMAME – 2nd posting
The VT Sensory Evaluation Lab is recruiting volunteers who are 18 years or older to participate in an acceptability study of edamame (vegetable soybeans). Participants will be asked to view, smell, and taste edamame samples, describe their impressions, and complete a survey. There is no compensation, but participants are eligible to enjoy a nice snack after each session. Those who with allergies to soy products or are pregnant should refrain from participating. Study will be February 18, 20, 22, 25 and/or 27 at Sensory Evaluation Lab, HABB1 205 (1230 Washington St SW). Parking passes available upon request. Time commitment is approx. 30 minutes per session. Participation in one or more sessions (there are 7 sessions total) is allowed. Register through https://vt.compusensecloud.com/ Questions? contact Renata Carneiro (rcvc@vt.edu).
24. GSA GRAD RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – SPRING ‘19 CALL FOR REVIEWERS – 3rd posting
The Graduate Student Assembly (GSA) is looking for graduate student volunteers to review applications for the Graduate Research Development Program (GRDP). To review applications, you must be a graduate student, and you must be one that did not apply to the Spring 2019 GRDP application cycle. Although they cannot compensate you with money, they do compensate with free food and eternal gratitude. To sign up, visit https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0Or4675DWFszWOV.
25. NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR GENDER & INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE – 3rd posting
Outreach and International Affairs is hosting a gender and international development conference at The Inn on Feb 28-Mar 1 and is looking for graduate students to help ensure things go smoothly. See website (wgdconf.org) for details on the conference. People needed to help direct participants, answer general questions, and help setting up posters. Students will need to work at least one four-hour shift and be able to attend the conference for free (including breakfast, snacks and lunch at the Inn) when they are not working. If interested, please contact Sofi Rincon sofiargp@vt.edu
26. NEED PARTICIPANTS FOR STUDY EXPLORING EXPERIENCE OF RECALLING EMOTIONS – 3rd posting
Participants needed for a study that explores the experience of recalling emotions stored in the brain and how these memories are visually expressed. During the study, data will be collected using EEG (electroencephalogram) technology. After the study, data will be transformed into animated visualizations in a large-scale, interactive art installation. Must be 18-40 years old to participate. Each workshop is one hour long. Experiments will take place in the Moss Arts Center on the following dates: Feb 15 4:00pm-5:00pm & 5:15pm-6:15pm / Mar 1 4:00pm-5:00pm & 5:15pm-6:15pm / Mar 2 11:00am-12:00pm. If interested, email or text/call tnjones@vt.edu 703-431-8586 or vasilikita@vt.edu 540-676-0183.
27. FAMILY MEMBERS OF LGBQ+ INDIVIDUAL WANTED FOR A RESEARCH PROJECT –3rd posting
Currently recruiting parents, siblings, and extended family of LGBQ+ individuals to participate in a project exploring family members’ experiences with an LGBQ+ relative coming out. Study run under Project SMYLE (Sexual Minorities Youth Lived Experiences) at VT under the direction of Dr. Erika Grafsky. Your participation would include approximately an hour-long interview, in person or through Skype. Participants receive a $20 gift card for their feedback and participation. The principal investigator is developing a program to help youth make safe and successful disclosure decisions to family; this research will help inform that project. Participation is voluntary; all information associated with study will remain strictly confidential. Direct questions to VTProjectSMYLE@gmail.com. More info on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/VTProjectSMYLE
Upcoming events:
SPEED INTERVIEWING
Monday, Mar 4, 5:30-7:30pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Looking to practice interviewing skills? Take advantage of the opportunity to practice interviewing in a low-key environment and receive immediate feedback from career advisors and VT staff. Every 6-8 minutes participants rotate from one interviewer to the next, answering a different question each time. Register for this event here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/259722/share_preview. Students will be contacted after registering and asked to pick the 5:30 or 6:30 timeslot. Space for this exciting opportunity is limited so please attend if registered. Email grads@vt.edu as soon as possible if needing to cancel so the spot can be offered to another graduate student.
THESE SHINING LIVES
Tuesday–Thursday, Mar 5-7, 7:30pm, Theatre 101 (200 College Ave.)
Grad student Amy Baldwin invites you to The School of Performing Arts’ workshop production of These Shining Lives, by Melanie Marnich. This script is based on the true story of 4 young women who worked for the Radium Dial Company in Ottawa, IL, and suffered the devastating effects of radium poisoning, and then changed the future of workplace safety. Admission is free (reservations are not required).
Running time is approximately 60 minutes.
APPLY TO COMSCICON-VIRGINIA TECH
Thursday and Friday, Mar 7-8; GLC
We are excited to announce that ComSciCon (Communicating Science Conference), a national conference for graduate students, is now coming to Virginia Tech as a locally franchised workshop. Students interested in communicating science or research to public audiences can apply to a full day of workshops and panels. The conference is free but limited to 60 participants, so we encourage you to apply soon. Learn how to give a Pop Talk about your research, write a science story, communicate with the media, design your own podcast or virtual reality video, and more! View the full schedule and find out more on the Center for Communicating Science website. Email abhutch@vt.edu with questions.
GLC KNITTING NIGHT
Tuesday, Mar 5, 7:00-8:00pm, GLC Room C
The GLC Fellows invite you to come hang out with fellow graduate students at our GLC Knitting Night. Feel free to bring your own project or come work on fingerless gloves with us. All levels are welcome and Samantha Fried has graciously offered to provide lessons. We have limited materials available so please register here by Wed Feb 20th if you need supplies. Feel free to email Athulya (aasimon@vt.edu) or Sam (sjfried@vt.edu) with any questions.
APPALACHIAN INTEREST GROUP MEETING
Tuesday, Mar 19, 11:00am-12:00pm, GLC Room D
The goal is to raise awareness of diversity and other issues in Appalachia, as well as provide resources and meeting spaces to discuss broad issues of the region and outreach opportunities. Sign up at https://doodle.com/poll/wn36q9wiufcs8w55 . For More info contact grad student Patrick Salmons at psalmons@vt.edu
WOMEN’S MONTH CONNECT LUNCH
Tuesday, Mar 19, 12:00-1:00 pm, GLC Room B
Everyone is invited to attend this year’s Women’s Connect Lunch with keynote speaker Dr. Angela Simmons, the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs. Student group leaders, faculty mentors, and members of the community are also invited. Event is free. Please register at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ewZZQ06ybUuFDwh. For accommodations related to disabilities, contact Dr. Justin Grimes at jgrimes1@vt.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event.
WRITING AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Wednesday, Mar 20, 1:30-2:30pm, GLC Room C
Come join us for a workshop on how to write an effective executive summary! Graduate coaches from the Virginia Tech writing center will lead this workshop and walk you through how to write an executive summary for one of your current writing pieces and answer any questions that you may have. Bring a copy of your work that you would like to write a summary about on the day of the workshop. Sign up at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cOBjznARuw2wpKt. Questions? email grads@vt.edu.
ARUNA 5K AND 1 MILE RUN 2019
Sunday, Mar 31, 9:00-11:00am, VT Duck Pond Field, West Campus Drive
The Aruna Project’s Blacksburg Aruna’s 5k and 1mile Run 2019 provide an opportunity to participate in a 5K race with an impact and take action against sexual slavery. Registration page is now open at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blacksburg-aruna-runwalk-2019-registration-5232523217. You can also form a Hokie Team or become a Sponsor. Runners can celebrate the completion of the run at the Color War finish line afterparty. Color War is an annual event hosted by Indian Students Association to celebrate the Indian festival of colors called Holi.