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October 11 – 17, 2021

This Week’s Events:       

  1. Ongoing Services – updated 10/04/21  
  2. LITERATURE REVIEW TRICKS AND TOOLS
  3. GLC CAFÉ
  4. SCIENCE POLICY EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY CLUB (SPEAC) GENERAL BODY MEETING
  5. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT

Administrative Announcements:    

  1. FLIP THE FAIR EVENT RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS – SIGN UP BY OCT 22 – 1st posting
  2. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN ACCEPTING DONATIONS – 1st posting
  3. VT GRATE WEEKLY OFFICE HOURS – 2nd posting
  4. PEO SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN – APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED – 2nd posting
  5. GLC ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST – 3rd posting
  6. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: COMMUNITY CHANGE JOURNAL – 3rd posting
  7. SIGN-UP NOW FOR ANNUAL ONE HEALTH COMPETITION – 3rd posting

Jobs:   
None at this time.

Volunteers and research participants sought:  

  1. CHILDREN AGED 3-4 AND THEIR PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
  2. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY EXAMINING HOW CHOLINE INTAKE INFLUENCES HEALTH – 1st posting
  3. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ROBOT AND HUMAN CO-ADAPTATION STUDY – 3rd posting

Upcoming Events: 

  1. SEO DOCTORAL STUDENT OUTING – October 19
  2. DISRUPTING ACADEMIC BULLYING: A CONVERSATION TO UNDERSTAND WHY AND HOW – October 21
  3. WOMEN AND GENDER IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT VIRTUAL DISCUSSION SERIES – October 21
  4. LINKEDIN AND NETWORKING – October 21
  5. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PUMPKIN PATCH VISIT – October 22 – Sign up now!
  6. U.S. JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES: INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT WORKSHOP
    – October 22
  7. DOCTORAL STUDENTS’ CAREER PATHS (PART I): RESHAPING PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY AND FINDING THE “RIGHT” JOB – October 27
  8. AFRICAN TEA TIME – October 29
  9. NEGOTIATING AN OFFER – November 1
  10. MOVING FROM CONFLICT TO COLLABORATION WEBINAR – November 2
  11. HOLISTIC SKY HAPPINESS MEDITATION RETREAT – November 5-7

0. Ongoing Services – updated 10/11/21      

  • GRADUATE SCHOOL: In person drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials M-F 9:00-4:00pm, 120 GLC. Request one-on-one assistantship or academic advising by using our online request form to set-up a Zoom session or come by during our office hours. 
  • CAREER ADVISING: schedule career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html ; In-person drop-in advising every Wednesday, 2-4pm in the Graduate School (120 GLC).  
  • COOK COUNSELING: Drop-in Zoom hours, Tuesdays 10am-12pm and Thursdays and Fridays 3pm-5pm, Zoom links found here. To make an appointment, visit: https://vt-ucc.titaniumhwc.com/ScheduleGraduateFirstCookConnect (Students must pay the summer health fee or daily use fee which can be reimbursed through Aetna. Students must be in Virginia) 
  • WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/         
  • GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradstudentombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573  
  • FREE GUIDED MEDITATION: Thursdays at 7pm. Register here to receive a meeting invite: https://tiny.cc/vtmeditates
  1. LITERATURE REVIEW TRICKS AND TOOLS
    Monday, October 11, 2 – 3:30pm, Online via Zoom
    Where do you go to search; how can you stay organized; how can you access something the library doesn’t have in its collections; and how can you be alerted to new studies that have just come out?  In this 1.5 hour session, we’ll introduce you to tricks and helpful tools that address these questions. To sign up and learn more, go to the library events page: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/7989666 | To sign up and receive PDN credit, go to the PDN events page: https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/researchdiscovery/courses/lib58-101121 [If you are interested in this session, check out the Evidence Synthesis Workshop Series]
  1. GLC CAFÉ
    Wednesday, October 13 and Thursday, October 14, 3:30-5pm, Grad School Lobby
    Enjoy free coffee, tea, and cookies and socialize with your fellow graduate students. Bring your own mug if you can. Occurs every Thursday and the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.
  1. SCIENCE POLICY EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY CLUB (SPEAC) GENERAL BODY MEETING
    Thursday, October 14, 5-6:15pm, Lavery Hall Room 330 & Zoom
    Join us for our second meeting of the semester! The theme of this meeting is evaluating and communicating science in contested spaces. We will be reviewing articles and op-eds on some hot topics and will surely have an engaging discussion on science communication! This meeting will be hybrid for those that are joining us in-person (please wear a mask) and those that can join us online (Zoom link: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/82921265429). If you have questions, please contact us at speacvt@gmail.com.

  2. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
    Thursday, October 14, 6:30-8pm, VT Women’s Center
    Please join us for an evening of fun free childcare for kids age 2 (potty trained) to 10. There will be toys, games, activities, and sitters with lots of energy. Location is at VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street. KNO is held every Thursday during the semester from 6:30 to 8. Please share this information with those who would be interested! Details at the sign up at: https://doodle.com/poll/tp6t2en2zw7uwwiu?utm_source=poll&utm_medium=link

  3. FLIP THE FAIR EVENT RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS – SIGN UP BY OCT 22 – 1st posting
    The Flip the Fair Project is a flipped science fair where scientists create and present science-fair-style posters, which are judged by elementary school students (grades 3-5). These students will judge several categories, and the winners (as determined by the students) will receive prizes! The goal of this event is two-fold: one, to give children the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge research from “real life” scientists; and two, to give scientists the opportunity to practice their science communication skills.  This opportunity is open to graduate students, postdocs, and technicians! The flipped science fair will be held Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 1-3 p.m. at the Melrose Branch Library in Roanoke.  We ask that all presenters be available from 12-4 p.m. that day. Transportation from Blacksburg to the event will be provided. We will be holding a science communication workshop and poster-making session on Friday, November 5, 1-5 p.m. for all presenters! If you are interested in presenting at the Flip the Fair event and attending the workshop, please fill out this Google form as soon as possible (sign-up ends October 22nd). If you have any questions or want to know more about the project, please contact Amanda Hensley (amandaah@vt.edu). This project is being sponsored by: Roanoke Public Libraries, VT Center for Communicating Science, VT Global Change Center and the Interfaces of Global Change, VT Communicating Science Club, VT Center for Educational Networks and Impacts, and the VT Stream Team.

  4. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN ACCEPTING DONATIONS – 1st posting
    New or gently used clothes, books, toys, lactation aids, strollers, unexpired car seats, baby gear, diapers, etc are needed for the 8th annual Little Hokie Hand-Me-Down event. Items donated should be for children ages 0 to 10. This program is designed to benefit Virginia Tech graduate students and families. Items can be dropped off at the Women’s Center, 206 Washington St SW, October 10-November 8. Donations should be completely boxed or contained in plastic bags. On November 9 (12-5pm) and November 10 (10am-2pm) graduate students will be able to browse the donations in Owens ballroom and get free items. For more information: https://www.womenscenter.vt.edu/ This event is sponsored by the Graduate School, Women’s Center and Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS).

  5. VT GRATE WEEKLY OFFICE HOURS – 2nd posting
    VT GrATE teaching resource & mentorship program serving the graduate student community http://vtgrate.org/ .Join us for a session to talk about teaching & learning, troubleshooting, & more with experienced GTAs. The office hours are on zoom https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/89332206078 every Friday 3-4 pm EST. Come when you can for as long as you can!
  1. PEO SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN – APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED – 2nd posting
    The 2021-2022 P.E.O. Scholar Award provides a $20,000 scholarship opportunity for women graduate students in doctoral programs. P.E.O. (www.peointernational.org) provides financial aid for the education of women in higher education. The three Blacksburg Chapters coordinate efforts to identify potential applicants to nominate for this prestigious merit-based award. Applicants must be women US or Canadian citizens or permanent residents; enrolled FT in a doctoral program with expected completion date between Apr 2023-Aug 2024; demonstrating academic excellence, maturity and purpose; with clearly defined career objective. Extended deadline: October 8, 2021 to submit 1-2-page letter of application highlighting current work and career goals; resume by email to P.E.O. Scholar Awards Chairperson, Rebecca Caldwell, rebec.caldwell@gmail.com. Applicants will be notified of receipt of application. Send questions to Rebecca Caldwell at rebec.caldwell@gmail.com or 540-230-9371.

  2. GLC ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST – 3rd posting
    This fall’s contest theme is “Reunited.” Classes are mostly in-person, restaurants are open, and events are taking place. Life is starting to look a little closer to normal. Show us what you are glad to be reunited with after being away from it for so long. Is it family, friends, eating inside of a restaurant, going to a movie, the joy of community, attending an event or maybe just seeing someone besides your roommate?   Reunited, and it feels so good!  All submissions must be created or photographed by current graduate students.  Submissions should include a short title and description/explanation of the entry. Submit artwork with an entry form to the Graduate School in GLC 120/SHIP. Photos can be submitted online. For more information on the contest and to find the upload link and entry form, visit  https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/Programs/glc-art-and-photo-contest.html Deadline for entry is October 17. If you have questions, contact grads@vt.edu.

  3. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: COMMUNITY CHANGE JOURNAL – 3rd posting
    Community Change’s fourth issue seeks submissions that speak to the what, why, and how of transmission in community change. For more information about the call for papers, please visit: https://www.communitychange.ipg.vt.edu/announcement/Community Change Journal will publish this issue on a rolling basis. Rolling Deadlines: October 31, 2021; November 30, 2021; January 31, 2022; February 28, 2022. Final Submission Deadline: March 31, 2022 

For more information about submission requirements, please visit:
https://www.communitychange.ipg.vt.edu/about/submissions/

  1. SIGN-UP NOW FOR ANNUAL ONE HEALTH COMPETITION – 3rd posting
    The One Health Working Group is happy to announce that we will be hosting the Annual One Health Case Competition virtually this year on Saturday, November 6th in celebration of International One Health Day. What is it? Teams comprising DVM, MPH, MD/DO, and PhD/MS (any field) students compete to solve cases using a One Health approach. Test your knowledge of infectious diseases, environmental health, infection control and prevention, emergency preparedness and response, and more! This is an excellent opportunity to not only win some $ but also develop interprofessional skills and meet with graduate and professional students across Virginia Tech and VCOM with an interest in public health. Sign-up by October 18 at noon: https://bit.ly/2VZvY6H. Contact Dr. Sophie Wenzel with questions: swenzel@vt.edu

  2. CHILDREN AGED 3-4 AND THEIR PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
    The Children’s Emotions Lab in the Department of Human Development and Family Science at VT is looking for parents of preschool-aged children (3-4-year-old children) to participate in a new research study focusing on parenting behaviors and children’s emotions. To accommodate the current public health crisis, parents will complete online questionnaires about their own and their children’s behaviors and emotions. Follow-up participation opportunities are available. Participants will earn $5 for each participation opportunity and families who complete all opportunities will be entered into a drawing for an additional $50 gift card. The survey can be accessed through the following link: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VtGu4ZFmZDvPSJ.  Please contact Diana Devine at techkids@vt.edu.

  3. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY EXAMINING HOW CHOLINE INTAKE INFLUENCES HEALTH – 1st posting
    This study will require 5 visits to the lab, wearing a continuous glucose monitor for four days in total, consumption of a supplement or placebo at 4 time points, and a time commitment of approximately 12 hours.   Participants must be: 18-65 years of age, not taking medications that influence the study results, not have severe obesity, non-smokers, not pregnant, without any major medical problems, without any known choline allergies, and fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are on a diuretic or are taking medications such as aspirin, antibiotics, prebiotics, and probiotics, you are not eligible for this study. You will receive information on your blood pressure, cholesterol, and other health information.  You may receive up $100 to compensate you for your time.  You will receive $20 for completing session 2, session 3, and session 4. After completing session 5 you will receive $40. There is no compensation for completing the first session. If you meet the above requirements and are interested in participating in this research study, please contact the Human Integrative Physiology Laboratory at Virginia Tech by email: vthipl@gmail.com
  1. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ROBOT AND HUMAN CO-ADAPTATION STUDY – 3rd posting
    We are interested in developing robot teams that can collaborate with humans! Specifically, we want to understand what types of robot teams encourage humans to join in and participate. In this study, you will be working with a team of two robots on a task. You will be asked to control the robots using a joystick. You and the robot will be kept separate at all times (i.e., you will not need to physically interact with the robot). At the end of the study, we will ask you about your experiences. Overall, the study includes both robot interaction and survey activities. We anticipate that the experiments will take a total of 30 minutes. To be eligible, you must be between 18 and 65 years old, and free from any medical conditions that would prevent you from moving and sensing the robot. If you would like to participate or have any questions, please contact Soheil Habibian at habibian@vt.edu.

  2. SOE DOCTORAL STUDENT OCTOBER OUTING
    Tuesday, October 19, 7:00pm, Mellow Mushroom Blacksburg
    We will have both indoor and outdoor seating so that people can spread out as desired. You can choose to buy a full meal, munch on appetizers, or just have some drinks. We hope that this will be a time for doc students in the School of Education to come together like we used to before the pandemic. Mellow Mushroom will have Featured small pizzas, beer, and cocktail specials.
  1. DISRUPTING ACADEMIC BULLYING: A CONVERSATION TO UNDERSTAND WHY AND HOW
    Thursday, October 21, 12-1:30pm, Zoom
    This panel conversation provides the opportunity to come together as a community to develop a shared understanding of academic/workplace bullying. This will allow us the chance to identify the means to effectively disrupt bullying when it arises. The panel includes members of the Virginia Tech community who contribute to efforts to raise awareness of this topic and work to support our community members so this issue does not interfere in our shared goals and commitments to developing a rigorous, yet harmonious community. All members of the Virginia Tech community are invited to participate. Please register at https://bit.ly/3io5e7H

  2. WOMEN AND GENDER IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT VIRTUAL DISCUSSION SERIES
    Thursday, October 21, 12:30-1:30pm, Online
    Women and Gender in International Development (WGD) at Virginia Tech is hosting their Virtual Discussion Series for Fall 2021 featuring Dr. Kathy Colverson. Dr. Colverson is an Associate Research Scientist an Associate Research Scientist with the University of Florida’s Animal Science Department and Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS). She is going to talk about “Engaging Men in Supporting Maternal and Child Consumption of Milk and Other Animal Source Foods in Rwanda”. Interested participants need to register through this link below: https://bit.ly/3FxFn7s To know more about the event please check here:  https://bit.ly/3n189Gy

  3. LINKEDIN AND NETWORKING
    Thursday, October 21, 4-5pm, Zoom
    Networking is an essential step in graduate school and your job search post-graduation. Attend this virtual workshop to learn the basics of making a LinkedIn profile, how to find alumni via LinkedIn, conducting informational interviews, and other networking tips. Register here

  4. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PUMPKIN PATCH VISIT
    Friday, October 22, 11am-3pm
    Experience the U.S. Fall tradition – corn maze, tractor ride, and you get to pick your own pumpkin from the patch! Sign-up via https://forms.gle/9tnVMX4XJYfSjGHEA  Please contact Mingzhi Li mingzhil@vt.edu for questions.
  1. U.S. JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES: INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT WORKSHOP
    Friday, October 22, 12-1pm, Zoom
    Have questions or concerns about obtaining a job in the U.S. as an international graduate student? Attend this virtual career development workshop to learn more about researching companies who sponsor, understand the job search process, as well as professional etiquette in the America job search! Representatives from both Career and Professional Development and the Cranwell International Center will be present to share resources, information, and strategies to support your job search as an international graduate student. Register here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/839621/share_preview. Questions about the event can be sent to alyssarametta@vt.edu.

  2. DOCTORAL STUDENTS’ CAREER PATHS (PART I): RESHAPING PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY AND FINDING THE “RIGHT” JOB
    Wednesday, October 27, 6-7pm, Zoom
    The AERA Division K Graduate Student Executive Board Presents this virtual session. Please join the following panelists to obtain insightful information about getting the “right” job: Dr. Paty Abril-Gonzalez, Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, Dr. Erica Edwards, Assistant Professor at Wayne State University, Dr. Jayne Lammers, Associate Professor in the Warner School at the University of Rochester, Dr. Trevor T. Stewart, Associate Professor in the School of Education and the program leader for English Education at Virginia Tech. Moderators: Keirah Comstock, Division K Senior Representative and Gabrielle Bernal, Division K Junior Representative. Register here: https://umich.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_flOodjjUQweJxo68CjM_0g If you have any questions, please contact Lauren May(GSEB – Division K Outreach Committee and VT doctoral candidate), laurenmay@vt.edu.

  3. AFRICAN TEA TIME
    Friday, October 29, 12:15 – 1:45pm, Squires Student Center, Brush Mountain A, 3rd Floor
    The first installment of African Tea Time for the Fall is happening in October. African Tea Time is an opportunity to learn about politics, religion, economy, history, cuisine, clothing and more, from featured African countries. After presentations, the floor is open for discussions. Tea, pastries, and other refreshments will be served. We hope you are able to join us! Contact agsovt@gmail.com for more inquiries.

  4. NEGOTIATING AN OFFER
    Monday, November 1, 4-5pm, Zoom
    Learn the art of negotiating a job offer, including but not limited to salary! Graduate students attending this virtual workshop will understand the negotiation process, how to research their market value, and the professional etiquette in negotiating a job offer. Register here
  5. MOVING FROM CONFLICT TO COLLABORATION
    Tuesday, November 2, 12:30-4pm, North End Center 2470
    Conflict is inevitable in our world. It permeates the boundaries of our professional and personal domains and is a natural part of these relationships. Being equipped with the skills to engage in conflict along with the awareness of when to focus on applying these skills is the key to fostering the beneficial outcomes that can result. This seminar provides the opportunity to focus on conflicts relevant to the collaborative research relationships we experience and seeks to provide participants with the understanding of how to employ the appropriate skills as conflict starts to influence the interpersonal relationships we rely on for success in our research endeavors. Enroll here: https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/researchdiscovery/courses/sirc19-110221

  6. HOLISTIC SKY HAPPINESS MEDITATION RETREAT
    Friday, November 5 – Sunday, November 7, Various Times, Online
    Participants will learn a breath-based meditation practice called SKY that has been scientifically documented to increase immunity, battle stress, and relieve anxiety and depression. This 9-hour long workshop will be led by trainers with thousands of hours of experience under their belts, and is available to VT students for a discounted fee of $20.
    Fill in the interest form: http://tiny.cc/vtsky
    Read more about SKY: http://campushappiness.org/impact/#research