Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY DROP-IN SERVICES
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS
This Week’s Events:
3. MANAGING CONFLICT IN A TEAM SETTING (11/5; Reg. req.)
4. BOB ROSS PAINT NIGHT WITH GLC FELLOWS (11/6; Reg. req.)
5. VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED LUNCH (11/7; Reg. req.)
6. ALPHA EPSILON LAMBDA (AEL) GRADUATE HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION CEREMONY (11/7)
7. DATA IN SOCIAL CONTEXT WORKSHOP (11/7)
Administrative Announcements:
8. DIVERSITY SCHOLAR PROGRAM APPLICATION IS OPEN – 1st posting
9. GSA GRAD RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FALL CYCLE OPENING 11/4 – 1st posting
10. FISH & WILDLIFE GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOC. 2020 CALENDARS AVAILABLE – 1st posting
11. APPLY FOR HOKIE DAY 2020 – 2nd posting
12. EDWARD BOUCHET HONOR SOCIETY NOMINATION PERIOD OPEN – 2nd posting
13. WILLIAM & MARY’S GRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM – 2nd posting
14. CALL FOR PAPERS – 2020 ASPECT GRADUATE CONFERENCE – 3rd posting
Jobs:
None at this time
Volunteers and research participants sought:
15. FEMALE PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGY RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
16. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ONLINE PUZZLE & WORK BEHAVIOR SURVEY – 1st posting
Upcoming events:
— INTERFAITH EVENING DIALOGUES FOR STUDENTS – DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE (11/13)
— SCIENCE ON TAP OF THE NRV PRESENTS (11/14)
— PUTTING A FRIENDLY FACE TO SCIENCE WITH SKYPE A SCIENTIST (11/15)
— “SCIENCE IS FOR EVERYONE: MAKING THE BIGGEST IMPACT WITH YOUR SCIENCE COMMUNICATION” (11/15)
— COME AND ENJOY THE NUTSHELL GAMES (11/16)
Recurring Events
1. WEEKLY DROP-IN SERVICES:
– Career Advising: Thursdays, 3:00-5:00pm, GLC Lobby, starting Sep 19. Also see: https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/gradcareeropportunity/.
– Cook Counseling: Thursdays & Fridays, 1:00-5:00pm. Will begin Friday Aug 30
– Graduate School advising hours: MTThF 8:00am-5:00pm, W 9:30-4:00, 120 GLC
– Immigration advising hours: MWF 1:00-4:00pm, TTh 9:00am-12:00pm, Room 120 GLC
– Writing assistance: reserve appointment at https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS:
– MINDFULNESS AND YOGA CLASSES FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
Mondays (Mindfulness), 11:30–12:00, GLC Wellness Room
Wednesdays (Yoga), 11:30-12:15, GLC Wellness Room
Rec Sports and Hokie Wellness come to the GLC every Monday and Wednesday at 11:30 to help you become more healthy! Join a guided Mindfulness class from 11:30-12:00 on Mondays in the Wellness Room. On Wednesdays from 11:30-12:15, an instructor-led yoga session is offered in the same room! Come join in!
– WRITING STRATEGIES FOR GRADUATE WRITERS
Mondays, 9:30-11:00, GLC, Room D and Wednesdays, 12:30-2:00, Room D
Session can last up to 1.5 hours; you are limited to two of these special appointments at the GLC per semester. Make an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com.
– CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH SUPPORT FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
Wednesdays and Fridays, 2:30-3:30pm, GLC Room D
Practice conversational English with the help of our community volunteers.
Often, extra individualized support will be available before and after the Wednesday and Friday sessions. Make an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com.
– GLC CAFÉ
2nd and 4th Wednesday and every Thursday, 3:30-5:00pm, 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. See below for This Week’s Special Editions.
– FREE CHILDCARE – KIDS’ NIGHT OUT – WELCOME BACK!
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington St., B’burg
Please sign up for this 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. Children should be toilet trained. Contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu with any questions. Sign up at https://doodle.com/poll/vyuevh9ipw6asdh2.
– UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES STUDIOS WORKSHOP SERIES – FALL 2019
More information and registration for each workshop can be found at calendar.lib.vt.edu/events. This week’s events:
* Creating Awesome Maps with kepler.gl, 10/29/2019 from 10-11:00am in Torgersen 3310 (located on Newman Library’s side of Torgersen Bridge)
* Internet of Things Development Basics, 10/29/2019 from 3:00 – 4:30pm in Torgersen 3310
* Make Your Digital Life Safer and Easier: Multi-Factor Authentication (Part 2), 10/30/2019 from 2:00 – 3:00 in Torgersen 3310
* Creating Pitch Videos, 10/30/2019 from 4:00 – 5:30pm in Newman 207A
– RESEARCH TOOLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS WORKSHOP SERIES – FALL 2019
More information and registration for each workshop can be found at calendar.lib.vt.edu/events. Any questions can be directed to lisab5@vt.edu. This week’s events:
* Promoting Your Scholarly Work Online, October 29, 2-3:30 pm in Newman 207A or online
This Week’s Events
3. MANAGING CONFLICT IN A TEAM SETTING
Tuesday, Nov 5, 4:00-5:00pm, GLC Room C
Learn how to manage conflict in a team environment. This workshop is led by Bryan Hanson, Graduate School Ombudsperson. Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cFR2ThRLU3yn01f
4. BOB ROSS PAINT NIGHT WITH GLC FELLOWS
Wednesday, Nov 6, 6:00-7:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Come join the GLC Fellows and fellow graduate students at our Bob Ross Paint Night. They will be following video instructions to create their own masterpiece. Supplies are limited to 20 graduate students so please register to reserve a spot. Feel free to email Chantelle Little at chantellejl@vt.edu with any questions.Register here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ebpMB5oHME1ntv7
5. VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED LUNCH
Thursday, Nov 7, 12:00pm, Graduate Life Center Multipurpose Room.
Graduate students, faculty, and staff are invited to join. The event is free and all are welcome to attend. Register here http://bit.ly/2019VeteransLunch by Nov 5. Questions? Contact ordi@vt.edu.
6. ALPHA EPSILON LAMBDA (AEL) GRADUATE HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION CEREMONY
Thursday, Nov 7, 5:00-6:00pm, Graduate Life Center Room A
Alpha Epsilon Lambda (AEL) Graduate Honor Society for academic excellence and leadership (https://ael.graduateschool.vt.edu/) invites all graduate students to join in the Fall induction ceremony of new AEL members. A reception with light refreshments will be held after the ceremony. RSVP to aelvtg@gmail.com by Nov 4.
7. DATA IN SOCIAL CONTEXT WORKSHOP
Thursday, Nov 7, 3:30-5:00, Newman Library, Room 124
Open to all graduate students. The Data in Social Context (DiSC) workshop prepares Graduate Teaching Assistants at Virginia Tech to teach courses that emphasize an interdisciplinary approach of data analytics, computational skills, and critical thinking in the humanities and social sciences. More information go to: https://sites.google.com/vt.edu/etewing/disc/disc-workshop. This workshop will also be held on Wednesday, Nov 13, 12:30-2:30.
Administrative Announcements:
8. DIVERSITY SCHOLAR PROGRAM APPLICATION IS OPEN – 1st posting
Diversity scholars are graduate students who specialize in and advocate for the awareness, knowledge, and skills associated with diversity and inclusion in the Graduate School and the greater community. Nominations are due by Nov 29. Find out more at https://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/diversity/diversity-scholars/how-to-apply.html.
9. GSA GRAD RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FALL CYCLE OPENING 11/4 – 1st posting
The GRDP is a program administered by the GSA to provide monetary support for research conducted by Virginia Tech graduate students. This funding opportunity is available to graduate students in two cycles for each academic year. All full-time registered graduate students enrolled at Virginia Tech are eligible to apply. Assistance through the GRDP is competitive and is awarded based on a review process to help ensure fair decisions. The Fall Cycle application will open beginning Monday, Nov 4. The deadline for applications is Friday, Nov 15. For further details, updates, and the application, please see our website at https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/graduatestudentassembly/what-we-can-offer-you/funding-opportunities/graduate-research-development-program/ . For questions, support, or insights, please email VTGSAGRDP20192020@gmail.com.
10. FISH & WILDLIFE GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOC. 2020 CALENDARS AVAILABLE – 1st posting
Students in the Fish and Wildlife Graduate Student Association (FIWGSA) in Virginia Tech’s College of Natural Resources and Environment are selling 2020 calendars highlighting their work around the world. Each month features a photo taken by a student and showcases research on a variety of captivating species, including bears, shorebirds, foxes, turtles, lemurs, candy darters, and more. Proceeds from the calendar sale support a guest speaker visit and fund business and social events. FIWGSA mentors new students, engages in outreach, and serves as an intermediary between graduate students and faculty. One calendar is $15; two or more are $12 each. They make ideal holiday gifts. Order online at https://squareup.com/store/fiwgsa or email the Fish and Wildlife Graduate Student Association at fiwgsa@gmail.com with any questions.
11. APPLY FOR HOKIE DAY 2020 – 2nd posting
Open to graduate students, Hokie Day is an opportunity to lobby on behalf of Virginia Tech and Higher Education. Hokie Day is an overnight trip to Richmond, VA. Trip includes a networking reception with university administrators, alumni, and state officials. Travel is provided and lodging and meal expenses are covered. Applications are on live on GobblerConnect (http://bit.ly/hokieday_apply) and are due on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 11:59 p.m. More information can be found at sga.vt.edu. Please contact the SGA Director of Governmental Affairs, Adi Sircar (asircar9@vt.edu) with questions.
12. EDWARD BOUCHET HONOR SOCIETY NOMINATION PERIOD OPEN – 2nd posting
The Edward Alexander Bouchet Graduate Honor Society (Bouchet Society) recognizes outstanding scholarly achievement and promote a diversity and excellence in doctoral education and the professoriate. Find out more at https://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/diversity/bouchet-society.html. Nomination deadline is Nov 22.
13. WILLIAM & MARY’S GRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM – 2nd posting
Graduate students are invited to participate in the 19th Annual Graduate Research Symposium (GRS) at William and Mary, March 20 & 21, 2020. Seeking abstract submissions from currently enrolled graduate students in the following discipline(s): American Studies, Anthropology, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, History, Physics, Psychological Sciences, and Public Policy. Broadly themed conference is designed to bring together Arts & Sciences graduate students from differing areas of study and from all stages of the degree process. Abstracts of no more 250 words (1,600 characters) requested for Oral Presentations and Poster Presentations. Categories defined according to William & Mary Arts & Sciences graduate programs. Review the abstract submittal guidelines for examples to determine if the Graduate Research Symposium is an appropriate forum to present your research.Visit http://www.wm.edu/as/grs for additional information. ABSTRACT DEADLINE: Dec 6 at 11:59pm EST.
14. CALL FOR PAPERS – 2020 ASPECT GRADUATE CONFERENCE – 3rd posting
Papers are currently being accepted for the 2020 ASPECT Graduate Conference “Contested Knowledges: Social, Political, Ethical and Cultural Perspectives.” The committee will accept paper proposals from graduate students across disciplinary boundaries in the humanities, social sciences, and related fields. The conference will take place on the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25. The deadline for proposals is Friday, Dec 13. For the full call for papers, visit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1g3YCsZEhs0QNWtF8D1p_h2AFIzwxAlmD/view?usp=sharing.
Jobs:
None at this time
Volunteers and research participants sought:
15. FEMALE PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGY RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
The current study is examining communication of emotion between two female participants while heart rate and contractility measures are being collected via electrodes. The study will take place in Williams Hall 248 and 250 and sessions take approximately an hour and 45 minutes to complete. Those interested can complete this prescreen survey: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_40i898wd5MxaAYJ
Those who complete the full study will be entered into a raffle for two $50 Visa gift cards. If you have any questions, email hkissel2@vt.edu.
16. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ONLINE PUZZLE & WORK BEHAVIOR SURVEY – 1st posting
Seeking employed students to complete a half-hour survey asking questions regarding your personal habits and engage in a puzzle task. You will be asked to provide the contact information of your supervisor at work, who may be contacted and asked a few general questions about your workplace behavior. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card. Please contact Nick Flannery (nflan59@vt.edu) for more information. If interested, please follow this link:
https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0AIEYRVDVKLKEbb
Upcoming events:
INTERFAITH EVENING DIALOGUES FOR STUDENTS – DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE
Wednesday, Nov 13 and Dec 11, 5:30-7:00pm, 3310 Torgersen Hall
Graduate and undergraduate students are invited to participate in a dialogue with people with diverse worldviews. Discussions about world issues through an interfaith lens. Conversations about religious, spiritual, and secular diversity. For more information about the Interfaith Initiative, subscribe to the weekly newsletter at tinyurl.com/interfaithcircle.
SCIENCE ON TAP OF THE NRV PRESENTS
Thursday, Nov 14, 5:30-7:00pm, Rising Silo Brewery, 2351 Glade Road, Bburg
Join us to play trivia, make friends, and learn about a topic relevant to southwest Virginia, “Understanding Differences in Respiratory Health in Coal-Mining Counties,” presented by Ruoding Shi. This free event is sponsored by VT’s Center for Communicating Science and Sigma Xi chapter, Science on Tap brings researchers to the public. Contact grad student Cassandra Hockman, chockman@vt.edu for more info.
PUTTING A FRIENDLY FACE TO SCIENCE WITH SKYPE A SCIENTIST
Friday, Nov 15, 3:00pm, Fralin Hall Auditorium, 360 West Campus Drive, Blacksburg
Skype a Scientist founder and squid researcher Sarah McAnulty will speak about her experiences with Skype a Scientist, a program that matches researchers with school classrooms and brings real scientists into schools through Skype. This free event is hosted by the Center for Communicating Science at Virginia Tech. Contact grad student Brandon Semel, bsemel@vt.edu for more info.
“SCIENCE IS FOR EVERYONE: MAKING THE BIGGEST IMPACT WITH YOUR SCIENCE COMMUNICATION”
Friday, Nov 15, 6:00pm (reception at 5:30pm), Fralin Hall Auditorium, 360 West Campus Drive, Bburg
Skype a Scientist founder and squid researcher Sarah McAnulty will give a talk for folks who want to learn to share their science more effectively with non-scientists. She will discuss the many ways that scientists can get involved in their communities, both local and online. She will highlight ways that every scientist, from the extroverts to the introverts, can make everyone feel that science has space for them. Hosted by the Center for Communicating Science at Virginia Tech. Event is free. Contact grad student Brandon Semel at bsemel@vt.edu for more info.
COME AND ENJOY THE NUTSHELL GAMES
Saturday, Nov 16, 4:30pm, Anne and Ellen Fife Theatre at the Moss Arts Center
Where can you hear 30 great research presentations in 45 minutes? At the Nutshell Games, the Virginia Tech Center for Communicating Science annual presentation competition! Thirty graduate students will each have a mere 90 seconds to explain their research from onstage at the Moss Arts Center. The event is open to the public free of charge. Come cheer for your graduate student colleagues!