October 18-24, 2021

This Week’s Events:       

0. Ongoing Services – updated 10/04/21  
1. VIRGINIA TECH GRADUATE ACADEMY FOR TEACHING EXCELLENCE (GrATE) TEACH-IN DAY
2. SCHOOL OF EDUCATION DOCTORAL STUDENT OUTING
3. DISRUPTING ACADEMIC BULLYING: A CONVERSATION TO UNDERSTAND WHY AND HOW
4. WOMEN AND GENDER IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT VIRTUAL DISCUSSION SERIES
5. GLC CAFÉ
6. LINKEDIN AND NETWORKING
7. ITSA’s EXCELLENT CONFERENCE ADVENTURE WORKSHOP SERIES CONTINUES
8. BREATHING FIRE: REMEMBERING ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN ACTIVISM IN QUEEN HISTORY
9. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
10. BEAT STRESS WITH A FREE GUIDED MEDITATION
11. TREK THE TRAIL
12. U.S. JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES: INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT WORKSHOP

Administrative Announcements:    
13. PHI KAPPA PHI SURVEY – 1st posting
14. BEARS EYE VIEW CROWDSOURCING CAMPAIGN – 1st posting
15. FIWGSA 2022 WILDLIFE CALENDARS ARE ON SALE NOW – 1st posting
16. GPSS TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM FALL CYCLE OPENING OCT 25 – 1st posting
17. FLIP THE FAIR EVENT RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS – SIGN UP BY OCT 22 – 2nd posting
18. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN ACCEPTING DONATIONS – 2nd posting
19. VT GRATE WEEKLY OFFICE HOURS – 3rd posting

Jobs:   
None at this time.

Volunteers and research participants sought:  
20. RECRUITING MALE PARTICIPANTS FOR LOW SPEED SLED TEAST RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
21. CHILDREN AGED 3-4 AND THEIR PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
22. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY EXAMINING HOW CHOLINE INTAKE INFLUENCES HEALTH – 2nd posting

Upcoming Events: 

23. OPEN ACCESS AND EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS – OCTOBER 25
24. GLOBAL SISTERHOOD MEETING – October 25
25. SCIENCE ON TAP OF THE NRV: BIRD IN THE PLACE WHERE YOU LIVE – October 27
26. DOCTORAL STUDENTS’ CAREER PATHS (PART I): RESHAPING PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY AND FINDING THE “RIGHT” JOB – October 27
27. HAUNTED HOUSE – October 28
28. AFRICAN TEA TIME – October 29
29. COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE CHANGE (CCC) FACULTY FORUM – October 29
30. NEGOTIATING AN OFFER – November 1
31. MOVING FROM CONFLICT TO COLLABORATION WEBINAR – November 2
32. HOLISTIC SKY HAPPINESS MEDITATION RETREAT – November 5-7
33. STARTING YOUR ETD – November 8

  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. VIRGINIA TECH GRADUATE ACADEMY FOR TEACHING EXCELLENCE (GrATE) TEACH-IN DAY
Tuesday, October 19, 1-4pm, GLC Room F/Zoom
Teach-In Day is back with a series of workshops. 1:00-1:45pm: “Tips on Successfully Writing a Teaching and Diversity Statement”; 1:50-2:20pm: “Keep C.A.L.M. – A Roadmap for Accessibility!”; 2:25-2:55pm: “Marketing Your Disability Inclusive Skills”; 3:00-40pm Faculty panel: Strategies for the Academic Job Search and How to Prepare for an Interview.” Please RSVP here https://forms.gle/tbaPo3gDnE4rbpcs7 to attend the workshops separately or the full event. Learn more about VT GrATE here:  http://vtgrate.org/


2. SCHOOL OF EDUCATION 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 doctoral 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, October 21, 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.

6. 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

7. ITSA’s EXCELLENT CONFERENCE ADVENTURE WORKSHOP SERIES CONTINUES
Thursday, October 21, 4 – 5pm, Zoom
Do you need to publish in a journal? Do you want to attend a conference and need to submit an abstract? Then come join our “Excellent Conference Adventure” workshop series! In this ‘Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure’ themed series we will follow two seemingly strange grad students, Sharon and Rebecca, on an epic quest to prepare the perfect conference proposal and attend a conference. While focused on writing proposals for the EERA deadline in mid-November, their journey will be relevant and general enough so that anyone who wants to can join the adventure and learn to write proposals for conferences and journal submissions. Session 2: October 21 from 4:00-5:00. https://bit.ly/3zV6a9G for further information. Sponsored by the Instructional Technology Student Association and the School of Education Graduate Student Association

8. BREATHING FIRE: REMEMBERING ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN ACTIVISM IN QUEEN HISTORY
Thursday, October 21, 6pm, Zoom/Live Watch in Squires Student Center Room 140
The ACEC (Asian Cultural Engagement Center ) is collaborating with the LGBTQ+ Center for a lecture entitled “Breathing Fire”: Remembering Asian Pacific American Activism in Queen History by Dr. Amy Sueyoshi. You can watch via Zoom or attend the live watch party, with light refreshments at the ACEC Room 140 in Squires. https://rb.gy/3ozbve

9. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Thursday, October 21st, 6:30-8pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street
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 are in the sign-up link at: https://doodle.com/poll/cu6tdtui4va2386e?utm_source=poll&utm_medium=link/

10. BEAT STRESS WITH A FREE GUIDED MEDITATION
Every Thursday, 7pm, ZoomCome release stress and experience some inner peace with a free weekly guided meditation on Thursdays at 7 PM EST. These meditation sessions, led by trained and experienced facilitators, are an
effortless way to relax and take a break from this constant worrying mind of ours. Register here to receive a meeting invite: https://tiny.cc/vtmeditates

11. TREK THE TRAIL
Saturday, October 23, Noon, Meet outside of GLC
Join the GLC Grad Fellow and fellow graduate students on a scenic hike along the Huckleberry Trail at noon on Sunday, October 23! RSVP here: https://forms.gle/4ZZyRAVi4FvbWsYJ8 Meet outside of the GLC on the side that faces downtown.


12. 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.

13. PHI KAPPA PHI SURVEY – 1st posting
Are you a member of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline honor society? The Virginia Tech Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi is looking to identify current VT graduate students, faculty and staff who have been initiated elsewhere, and ask that you complete this brief survey here: VT PKP Survey Questions, or want to get involved? Please email us at vt@phikappaphi.org or contact Chapter President, Christina McIntyre, at cmcintyre@vt.edu

14. BEARS EYE VIEW CROWDSOURCING CAMPAIGN – 1st posting
Insight into the everyday lives of American Black Bears! The Wildlife Habitat & Population Analysis Lab’s crowdsourcing campaign is up and running! This research project works to better understand American Black Bear behavior and foraging ecology with camera collars (more information here!). Any support (including sharing this information!) is greatly appreciated to have a paid undergraduate student position over the coming summer. To find out more about the project (and see some cool videos) or donate, check out the project page here! The campaign will take place until November 12.

15. FIWGSA 2022 WILDLIFE CALENDARS ARE ON SALE NOW – 1st posting
The Fish & Wildlife Graduate Student Association (FIWGSA) creates an annual calendar that highlights students’ work both in Virginia and around the world. Proceeds from the calendar sale support a guest speaker visit and fund professional outreach and events. FIWGSA works to mentor new graduate students, engages in outreach, and serves as an intermediary between graduate students and faculty. The pre-sale of these calendars is going on now, and they should come in by Thanksgiving for pickup or can be mailed. Please help support FIWGSA – pre-sale for calendars can be found here

16. GPSS TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM FALL CYCLE OPENING OCT 25 – 1st posting
Have you presented or plan to present at a conference between July 1, 2021 and October 31, 2021? The VT GPSS Travel Fund Program (TFP) will partially support the monetary costs associated with presenting at conferences including travel, lodging, meals, and registration. Awards this year are ranging from $300-$500 per person for in-person attended conferences, and up to $200 for virtual attendance. The Fall Cycle application will be open beginning Oct 25 — the deadline for application is Nov 5th. For further details, updates, and the application, please see our website at https://gpss.vt.edu/programs/tfp.html.  For questions, support, or insights, please email gsa-tfp-g@vt.edu.

17. FLIP THE FAIR EVENT RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS – SIGN UP BY OCT 22 – 2nd 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.

18. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN ACCEPTING DONATIONS – 2nd 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).

19. VT GRATE WEEKLY OFFICE HOURS – 3rd 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!

20. RECRUITING MALE PARTICIPANTS FOR LOW SPEED SLED TEAST RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
The VT Center for Injury Biomechanics is recruiting male subjects (18-28 yrs) to participate in a research study investigating the effects of muscle bracing on occupant motion and forces during low speed sled tests, similar to pre-crash braking events and low-speed car crashes (IRB #17-1008). Participants will be asked to come in for one pretest visit (~1 hr) and two testing visits (~5 hrs each). During each testing visit, participants will be exposed to 4 sled tests while wearing a sleeveless t-shirt, tight fitting shorts, socks and shoes, a seat belt, mouth guards, and instrumentation attached to the skin with adhesive patches (all of which will be provided). These tests are similar to bumper car impacts. Compensation rate is $20/hr. Participants should be males approximately between 5’7″-5’11” and 160-177 lbs. Participants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, be able to show valid proof of full vaccination, and be willing to wear a mask each visit. All members of the research team are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, can provide valid proof of full vaccination, and will be masked during the duration of each visit. If interested, please email Dr. Andrew Kemper (akemper@vt.edu) to receive additional details about the study, including the full inclusion criteria, or if you have any questions.  

21. CHILDREN AGED 3-4 AND THEIR PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd 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.

22. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY EXAMINING HOW CHOLINE INTAKE INFLUENCES HEALTH – 2nd 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

23. OPEN ACCESS AND EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS
Monday, October 25, 2 – 3:30pm, Online via Zoom
This session will begin with a discussion on how open access supports several aspects of the evidence synthesis process. We’ll explore the value of having open access sources to include in the synthesis itself and some challenges that must be overcome when searching and accessing sources that require institutional access or are fee-based. We will also address ways to utilize open access repositories (such as VTechWorks and Open Science Framework) to make your synthesis more transparent so that others can properly evaluate, replicate, or use your synthesis. Additionally, we will hear cases from folks who have used open access resources or repositories as a means to support their evidence synthesis projects. Panelists Include: Dr. Linbing Wang, Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech; Dr. Sofia Rincon Gallardo Patino, Regional consultant on Nutrition and Physical Activity at the Pan American Health Organization; Dr. Anne Brown, Assistant Professor, Science Informatics Consultant at the University Libraries at Virginia Tech; Dr. Ryan Stewart, Assistant Professor, School of Plant and Environmental Sciences. To sign up and learn more, go to the library events page: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/8015813 | To sign up and receive PDN credit, go to the PDN events page: https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/productivity/courses/lib100-102521 [If you are interested in this session, check out the Evidence Synthesis Workshop Series]

24. GLOBAL SISTERHOOD MEETING
Monday, October 25, 6-7:30pm, Harper Hall A14
This program offers a safe space for international students who identify as women to talk about sexuality, reproductive rights, body image, and other related topics. Through our stories, we will share our cultural perspectives, individual experiences, and support each other. Tea and snacks will be served. For more information, contact Pamela Serota at pamelas@vt.edu 

25. SCIENCE ON TAP OF THE NRV: BIRD IN THE PLACE WHERE YOU LIVE
Wednesday, October 27, 5:30-7pm, Rising Silo Brewery, 2351 Glade Road Blacksburg
Join bird researchers, Amber Wendler and Marissa Langager, for an interactive talk to learn more about these wonderful animals, followed by a leisurely walk where you will identify local birds and contribute to community science. Birds are an extremely diverse group of animals with about 10,000 species spanning all seven continents. They play an important role in our ecosystems and can tell us a lot about what’s going on in the environment. Free and open to the public.  Contact Science on Tap at scienceontapnrv@gmail.com with any questions.

26. 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.

27. HAUNTED HOUSE
Thursday, October 28, 7-9pm, Main Campbell Hall
Residence Life and the Graduate School are sponsoring this fun-filled evening on the first floor of Main Campbell Hall. Join us for scary and non-scary portions, snacks, games, activities, free stuff and more! Feel free to wear your Halloween costume!

28. 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.

29. COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE CHANGE (CCC) FACULTY FORUM
Friday, October 29, 3pm, Zoom
The CCC Faculty Forum facilitates conversations with visiting practitioners and Virginia Tech faculty who conduct research or projects focused on or in relation to community change. Dr. Andrea Baldwin will be speaking on “Brachkish Possibilities”. She is an assistant professor of Women’s and Gender Studies and Africana studies in the Department of Sociology at Virginia Tech and has several publications her most recent co-edited volume Standpoints: Black Feminist Knowledges published in 2019 (Virginia Tech Publishing), and her forthcoming monograph A Decolonial Black Feminist Theory of Reading and Shade: Feeling the University (Routledge). This event is virtual. Please register with the link below and feel free to bring a friend! Register here: https://bit.ly/3lsFvNr

30. 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

31. 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

32. 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

33. STARTING YOUR ETD
Monday, November 8, 7pm, Zoom
Learn how to format and structure your Electronic Thesis or Dissertation (ETD) so that you can submit it after your defense and best meet Graduate School formatting guidelines. This presentation is aimed at students in the early stages of writing their thesis or dissertation but is relevant to students at any stage of the process. Zoom link: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/83655463064 Meeting ID: 878 0236 7719