This Week’s Events:
0. Ongoing Services – updated 8/15/22
1. INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH DATA MANAGEMENT
2. UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING YOUR ASSISTANTSHIP
3. RESUME CRITIQUE SEMINAR – CS GRADUATE STUDENTS
4. PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION FIRST MEETING
5. LITERATURE REVIEW AND DATABASE SEARCHING FOR SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
6. GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM TRAINING SESSIONS
7. THE LYRIC THEATRE TOUR
8. INSIGHTS ON THE FACULTY JOB MARKET – PREPARING FOR THE FALL APPLICATION SEASON AND BEYOND
9. CROSS-CULTURAL DISCUSSION GROUP – CULTURE SHOCK
10. GLC CAFÉ
11. BGSO WELLNESS EVENT – HIKING
12. BSC GRADUATE STUDENT ROUNDTABLE
Administrative Announcements:
13.GRAD SCHOOL FORMS UPDATE – 2nd posting
14. MOSS ARTS CENTER STUDENT TICKETS – 2nd posting
15. CALLING ALL GRADUATE ASSISTANTS: DID YOU GET YOUR 5% RAISE THIS SEMESTER – 2nd posting
16. SPECTRA JOURNAL SUBMISSIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2022 – 3rd posting
Jobs:
17. GA POSITION OPENING: PEACE CORPS CAMPUS RECRUITER – 3rd posting
18. COACH NEEDED FOR VT WOMEN’S CLUB WATER POLO TEAM – 3rd posting
19. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP OPENING: DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION – 3rd posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
20. VOLUNTEER REVIEWERS NEEDED FOR FALL 2022 TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 1st posting
21. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A RESEARCH STUDY ABOUT COLLABORATIVE VISUALIZATION – 1st posting
22. ENDURANCE AND ULTRA-ENDURANCE ATHLETES NEEDED FOR A RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON LONG-DISTANCE FEMALE RUNNERS – 1st posting
24. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS – MOSS ARTS CENTER – 2nd posting
25. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON PROGRAMMABLE INTERNET-OF-THINGS CONNECTIONS – 2nd posting
26. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VR KEYBOARD STUDY – 2nd posting
27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A VIDEO GAME STUDY – 2nd posting\
Upcoming Events:
28. VIRTUAL LUNCH WITH THE DEAN – September 7
29. GETTING STARTED WITH ZOTERO – September 7
30. CIMAFUNK Q&A – September 7
31. GROCERY BINGO – September 7
32. WOMEN AND GENDER IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION SERIES: DR. NORA HAENN – September 8
33. RECOVERY ALLY TRAINING WITH PHA – September 8
34. MEET @ THE MAC – September 8
35. DAY FOR DATA CONFERENCE – September 9
36. HOW OF HAPPINESS GRADUATE STUDENT GROUP – September 9-October 21
37. WHAT HAVE I GOTTEN MYSELF INTO – September 9
38. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION FUNDRAISER – September 10
39. PANEL DISCUSSION: ENHANCING A SENSE OF BELONGING – FEATURING INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM ASIA – September 13
40. FIRST GEN MEET AND GREET – September 14
41. COFFEE AND CONVERSATION: ANTI-BULLYING IN GRADUATE SCHOOL – September 16
42. BGSO INTEREST MEETING – September 16
43. C.S. LEWIS PLAY: THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT – September 19
44. VIRTUAL VILLAGE TOUR WITH NRITYAGRAM DANCE ENSEMBLE – September 20
45. REVIVE! (NARCAN) TRAINING – September 24
0. Ongoing Services – updated 08/15/22
- GRADUATE SCHOOL: In-person advising, drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials, and a space to study and take a break! Visit SHIP (120 GLC), M-F 9:00-4:00pm. If you prefer Zoom advising: request one-on-one assistantship or academic advising by using our online request form to set-up a Zoom session.
- CAREER ADVISING: schedule career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html ; NOTE: There will be no GLC drop-ins for the Fall 2022 semester
- 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
1. INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH DATA MANAGEMENT
Monday, August 29, 3-4pm, Zoom
You’re about to collect or already have data for your research project…now what? How do you manage it? What do you name the files? How do you share it? Learn the answers to all of these questions and more in this session, which will present an introduction to research data management. Learn more about this workshop and register here: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/9383392
2. UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING YOUR ASSISTANTSHIP
Monday, August 29, 4-5pm, GLC Room C or Friday, September 2, 12-1, Zoom
Students on assistantship will learn about payroll, tuition awards, maintaining eligibility, performance management, time worked, time off, and termination. Also get tips on how to work with your supervisor to get the most out of your assistantship experience. Sign-up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_e5CwCDEPMjZkOZH4H88Whrws9LSV_4r7GLThp-AjZcHB_g/viewform
3. RESUME CRITIQUE SEMINAR – CS GRADUATE STUDENTS
Monday, August 29, 4-5pm, 1100C Torgerson Hall/Zoom
The Computer Science Graduate Student Council is returning with enjoyable and engaging activities that will advance your career and help you develop professionally. We are pleased to announce that, we are hosting a Resume Critique Seminar for all computer science graduate students before we start preparing for job opportunities in the Fall by collaborating with Career and Professional Development at Virginia Tech. For any further questions please feel free to reach out – shreyam99@vt.edu Register here: https://forms.gle/18ZQux6mjYeR3AHi7 Zoom link:
4. PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION FIRST MEETING
Monday, August 29, 7-8:30pm, Vet Med Room 121
Are you a graduate student with a passion for protecting the health of your community? Join the Public Health Association (PHA) at Virginia Tech for our first meeting! We are an interdisciplinary group of students who utilize a One Health approach to promote human, animal, and environmental health, while providing opportunities to experience public health practice outside the classroom. Events planned this semester include REVIVE trainings and Narcan distribution, STI screening clinics, Recovery Ally Training, blood drives, tidy data training, and much more. Please fill out our interest form at https://forms.gle/pb6bGZQipb7Jij9U7 if you would like to join. Email pha@vt.edu or Melissa at mfrazee@vt.edu with any questions, or if you have trouble finding the room.
5. LITERATURE REVIEW AND DATABASE SEARCHING FOR SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Wednesday, August 31, 3:30-4:45pm, Zoom
You’ve been assigned to write a literature review in the social sciences…but how do you get started? What kinds of literature reviews are there? Where should you search? How do you know what search terms to use? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this interactive workshop. To learn more and to register, visit this website: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/9373069
6. GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM TRAINING SESSIONS
Thursday, September 1, 12-1pm or Friday, September 2, 3-4pm, GLC Room D
The Graduate Honor System, charged with reviewing potential academic integrity violations, is seeking new student and faculty panelists to work with the Honor System in this academic year and beyond. Panelists review case documents and participate in hearings to determine whether a violation occurred and decide on appropriate penalties. To become a panelist, attend one of the hour-long training sessions. Indicate your interest by registering at https://forms.gle/jicp54EDKnfSRbjv8 . And additional session will be offered on September 6 from 4-5pm. If you have any questions about these training sessions, email gibsonm@vt.edu Learn more about the Graduate Honor System panelists here: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/academics/expectations/graduate-honor-system/ghspanelists.html
7. THE LYRIC THEATRE TOUR
Thursday, September 1, 2pm, The Lyric, 135 College Avenue
Participants will be shown the 1930s design and learn about opportunities to volunteer. Everyone who attends will receive a free movie pass. Please arrive five to ten minutes early. Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/lyric Learn more about The Lyric here: https://www.thelyric.com/
8. INSIGHTS ON THE FACULTY JOB MARKET – PREPARING FOR THE FALL APPLICATION SEASON AND BEYOND
Thursday, September 1, 3:30-5pm, Zoom
Virginia Tech Postdoctoral Affairs Program Administrator, Chris Smith, will share data from a set of faculty job market applicant surveys from 2018 to the present as well as an overview of the Academic Career Readiness Assessment developed at UCSF. Attendees will leave with insights on some of the critical factors and metrics associated with landing a faculty position as well as an appreciation of the different qualifications needed to be competitive at different types of institutions. While the presented data are mostly from STEM and the biological sciences fields, general advice on applying for faculty positions will be shared. Register here: https://forms.gle/X93pG8fmwUdyaK9J9
9. CROSS-CULTURAL DISCUSSION GROUP – CULTURE SHOCK
Thursday, September 1, 3:30-5pm, GLC Room B
Join the group to share your experience with culture shock! Culture shock can be uncomfortable, anxiety induced and/or amusing at the same time. Join the group for a fun conversation with others. Light refreshment will be provided.
10. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, September 1, 3:30-5pm, GLC Reading Room
Enjoy coffee, tea, cookies and conversation with fellow graduate students. The GLC Café occurs every Thursday and the 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Bring your own mug if you can.
11. BGSO WELLNESS EVENT – HIKING
Saturday, September 3, 10am-1pm, McAfee Knob
BGSO is going Hiking! This is an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors with our community at McAfee Knob on Sep. 3rd. We hope you all will enjoy this much needed reconnection with nature. Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdK_IPlSfmq-aLc4udNu3oQuu5F8aMq89eWsdBumhmohwIU2A/viewform
12. BSC GRADUATE STUDENT ROUNDTABLE
Sunday, Sept 4, 1-3pm, a local professor’s home
Graduate students, you are cordially invited to attend the Bradley Study Center’s first “Graduate Student Roundtable,” a monthly Sunday meal at a VT professor’s home, along with some discussion about being a Christian in the academy. This month, we’ll discuss Ezra Klein’s recent New York Times article, “I Didn’t Want It to Be True, but the Medium Really Is the Message”. If you’d like to attend, please email mike.weaver@vt.edu for the article and location.
13. GRAD SCHOOL FORMS UPDATE – 2nd posting
This summer we have reviewed and updated all of our paper-based and pdf forms, introducing a new design, streamlining content, and providing a single form-submission portal http://tiny.cc/VTgradforms for all forms. All pdf forms are now in fillable format allowing electronic signatures. The redesigned forms website at https://graduateschool.vt.edu/forms.html provides an easier-to-navigate structure for all of the forms, as well as short descriptions of the function of each form. Please delete all previously used bookmarks to old versions of Graduate School forms and start using the new forms effective immediately. Feedback and recommendations for corrections on any of the forms may be submitted online from the forms website.
14. MOSS ARTS CENTER STUDENT TICKETS – 2nd posting
Student tickets for The Moss Arts Center performances are only $10! This offer is available for any college or university student with a school ID, as well as youth ages 18 and under. For Broadway productions, a limited number of tickets are available to Virginia Tech students at $10—so act fast; these go quickly! Also, free, last-minute rush tickets are available for Virginia Tech students who sign up for text notifications. To sign up, text “arts” to 833-966-1838. Free rush seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last, and availability varies by performance. To retrieve your rush ticket, bring your valid Virginia Tech ID to the box office at the time indicated in the text. Learn more here: https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/ticket-information.html
15. CALLING ALL GRADUATE ASSISTANTS: DID YOU GET YOUR 5% RAISE THIS SEMESTER – 2nd posting
The Political Economy Research Lab (a new Registered Student Organization) has heard that many graduate students have not received the 5% stipend increases they were promised in their latest contracts. We are collecting data on the scope of this problem. Please fill out this short survey about whether or not you got the 5% increase: https://forms.gle/Qg6VziP7gE7KFhNL6 Any questions or comments can be sent to politicaleconomylab@proton.me.
16. SPECTRA JOURNAL SUBMISSIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2022 – 3rd posting
The editors of SPECTRA: The ASPECT Journal invite scholarly work in all areas of social, political, ethical, and cultural thought for the Fall 2022 issue. SPECTRA is an online, peer-reviewed scholarly journal established as part of the ASPECT program at VT. SPECTRA welcomes submissions for publication by way of scholarly refereed articles, book reviews, essays, and other works that operate within a problem-centered, theory-driven framework. Submissions may speak to individual social science fields or apply an interdisciplinary lens to contemporary theoretical, critical, and empirical subjects. Recent articles have centered on biopolitics, affect, and interdisciplinary methodologies, among other topics in contemporary social and humanistic thought. Full submissions are due by Oct 28, 2022. Email questions and submissions to journalSPECTRA@gmail.com. For more information and submission guidelines, visit SPECTRAjournal.org.
17. GA POSITION OPENING: PEACE CORPS CAMPUS RECRUITER – 3rd posting
The Center for International Research, Education, and Development (CIRED) is searching for a graduate student to serve as the part-time Campus Peace Corps Recruiter (20 hours/week). The position requires prior experience as Peace Corps Volunteer. The recruiter will be the main point of contact for people interested in joining Peace Corps. The successful candidate will receive graduate school tuition remission and a stipend. For further information go to: https://cired.vt.edu/About/job-opportunities.html. Applicants should send a cover letter and CV to larryjv@vt.edu with the subject heading “Peace Corps Recruiter application”.
18. COACH NEEDED FOR VT WOMEN’S CLUB WATER POLO TEAM – 3rd posting
The Virginia Tech Women’s Water Polo Club is looking for a coach for the 2022-2023 school year. We are a competitive club team that travels and competes in the Atlantic Division of the Collegiate Water Polo Association. Our primary competitive season is in the spring, and we typically compete in 4 tournaments, as well as in 1-2 invitational tournaments in the fall. I We are looking for a coach (hourly paid position) who has prior (2+ years) water polo experience either as a player or as a coach and would be available to attend most of our practices in addition to our home and away weekend tournaments. We are looking for someone who can help plan team practices, teach new team members basic technical skills and provide constructive feedback to players, while creating a positive and respectful team environment. Please contact Gabi de Paiva, Team President, at gabriellatd@vt.edu if you are interested in discussing this opportunity. Position is open until filled. Learn more about the team here: https://vtwomenswaterpolo.weebly.com/
19. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP OPENING: DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION – 3rd posting
The College of Architecture is hiring a full-time (20 hours/week) for the 2022-2023 academic year. Duties include: assisting with administrative office functions including calendar maintenance and logistics management, conducting basic research, writing tasks such as preparing publications, reports, and presentations, and assisting with special projects and other duties as assigned. Candidates should have a demonstrable interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion work, good communication and organization skills, and an ability to interact positively with various publics. Preference for a student from the School of Architecture, School of Design, School of Performing Arts, or School of Visual Arts. Email an application letter with statement of interest and previous relevant work experience and a resume with contact information to Dr. Takiyah Nur Amin at tamin@vt.edu.
20. VOLUNTEER REVIEWERS NEEDED FOR FALL 2022 TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 1st posting
Graduate students from all departments are encouraged to volunteer as reviewers for the GPSS Travel Fund Program (TFP). Volunteers must not be current applicants for the TFP. All work is self-paced, and can be completed remotely. The average application review takes 5-7 minutes. Minimum time commitment is 1 hour between now and 9/10/22. This is an excellent opportunity for prospective applicants to familiarize themselves with the TFP review process. To learn more about the TFP, visit gpss.vt.edu/programs/tfp. Please contact Cissy Ming at cissym@vt.edu if interested in volunteering. In your e-mail, include: name, your department, and amount of time you’d like to volunteer. More info about the TFP can be found here: gpss.vt.edu/programs/tfp
21. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A RESEARCH STUDY ABOUT COLLABORATIVE VISUALIZATION – 1st posting
Immersive technology is getting more and more mature, which not only give us more affordance in interacting and viewing virtual objects, but also allow us to collaborate with different devices. We want to 1. explore how asymmetric visualization affects collaboration in problem-solving tasks and 2. understand what features needs to be added to support asymmetric collaboration for data visualization. Participants should be experienced in VR and able to read charts (e.g., bar chart, node-link diagram). Participants will be compensated $20.00. Email Wai Tong at waitong@vt.edu if you are interested.
22. ENDURANCE AND ULTRA-ENDURANCE ATHLETES NEEDED FOR A RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
The Human Integrative Physiology Lab wants to examine the relationship between physical activity level and the total number of calories expended each day. You may be able to participate if you: are age 18-60 years old, are fully vaccinated for Covid-19, have stable body weight the past year (± 5lb), are free of cardio/metabolic, lung or kidney diseases or cancer, have competed in marathons or ultra- marathons the past year, have sustained high level of training, have not had recent injuries affecting your training volume. Study involvement: fasting blood sample, pregnancy test, measurements of body fat, physical activity and fitness level, urine collection during 14 days after drinking a stable isotope water, wear an activity tracker around your waist or on your thigh for 2 weeks (except while showering, swimming, or sleeping), 6 hours commitment approximately with 1 virtual visit and 2 visits to the lab. You will receive info on your body composition, VO2Max and other health information, and will be entered in a drawing ($25 cash) Odds of winning approximately 1 in 5, Contact Kristen Howard at vtultrahipl@gmail.com if you are interested.
23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON LONG-DISTANCE FEMALE RUNNERS – 1st posting
Participants are needed for a study evaluating the effect of jumping exercises on bone health in long-distance female runners (IRB 22-168). As part of this study, you will be asked to consume a reduced-calorie diet that will be provided by the research team, and participate in two phases of supervised treadmill runs and jumping exercises on 5 consecutive days. Total time commitment would be 16 non-consecutive days of lab visits. Study measurements will include body composition, bone density, VO2max, and exercise efficiency. Eligible participants must be a woman in good general health between 18-30 years of age with a BMI between 18.5-25.0 kg/m2, non-smoker, regular menstrual cycle, not on birth control (including oral contraceptives, injections, and IUD), can run at least 5 days/week for 60-90 minutes each day, not taking any medications that could affect study results, and not pregnant or lactating. Participants will receive information on body composition, bone density, VO2max, running efficiency, and $100 for your time. Email VTNEMLab@gmail.com if you are interested.
24. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS – MOSS ARTS CENTER – 2nd posting
For the 2022-23 season, the Moss Arts Center will be participating in the Arts and Economic Prosperity 6, which is a national study conducted by the Americans for the Arts. We are looking for volunteers to assist with survey collection for the following performances: Cimafunk: September 7, Anastasia: November 8, Holiday Pops: December 3, Hairspray: February 14, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: February 28 or March 1, Opera Roanoke and Blacksburg Master Chorale: April 23. Survey collection will typically take place before performances and require an hour to an hour and a half of your time. A brief training will be provided prior to performances. Volunteers will receive two complimentary tickets. https://www.americansforthearts.org/by-program/reports-and-data/research-studies-publications/arts-economic-prosperity-6 Contact Ashley Pope at ashleynp@vt.edu if interested.
25. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON PROGRAMMABLE INTERNET-OF-THINGS CONNECTIONS – 2nd posting
In this study, we aim to investigate a hybrid programming interface for connecting various services and IoT devices (IRB 22-692). For example, it could be used to express a program that says “If it starts raining, then change the color of a light bulb to blue”. The study is in two parts. The first is a 90-minute user study conducted via Zoom. The second is a self-paced activity to be completed in not more than 120 minutes, followed by one final 30-minute Zoom interview. Participants must be 18 years of age or older and have some experience coding in JavaScript (e.g., are able to write a simple program with an if-else statement. Knowledge of web programming or particular frameworks is not needed.) Participants will be compensated with a $60 Amazon gift card. Interested parties should fill out the brief survey at: https://forms.gle/6kQdgqyWwk8fHZSf6 If you have questions, contact Danny Manesh at danielmanesh@vt.edu
26. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VR KEYBOARD STUDY – 2nd posting
Participants are needed for a research study to evaluate typing and audio with a new virtual reality keyboard. During the study you will be asked to complete typing tasks and give opinions on the interface and responses about your experience. The study will take approximately 2 hours. Participants must be 18 or older, no glasses (contacts OK), not hard of hearing nor having dyslexia nor having photosensitive epilepsy, fluent in English, and able to type on a QWERTY keyboard. For participating in the study, you will receive a $15 Amazon gift card. Fill out this survey to sign-up: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AVnOGZuBDx Contact Alex Krasner at akrasner@vt.edu if you have questions.
27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A VIDEO GAME STUDY – 2nd posting
The Mind-Body Lab at Virginia Tech is recruiting Americans of Chinese or European descent age 18 to 28 for a research study on response to a video game (VT IRB #22-283). Participants will visit the lab once for about 75 minutes. The compensation will be $12. The aim of the study is to examine how people respond differently to playing a video game. Participants will also have to complete questionnaires, take a hearing test, and share their lab experiences. Participants’ physiological data will be recorded. Eligible participants will be Americans who were born or raised in the U.S., and in good physical and mental health. To learn more, click this link: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/MBL-VideoGameStudy-2022 . You may fill out a personal and health history questionnaire to register. If you have questions, please contact Lily Seah at lilyseah@vt.edu.
28. VIRTUAL LUNCH WITH THE DEAN
Wednesday, September 7, 12-1pm, Zoom
Chat with the Dean of the Graduate School, Dr. Aimee Surprenant, and ask any questions you may have. Learn about the latest in graduate education and share your perspectives. This will be solely virtual. Feel free to eat your lunch while we chat. The Zoom link will be sent to all who complete this survey: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/virtuallunch
29. GETTING STARTED WITH ZOTERO
Wednesday, September 7, 2-3pm, Zoom
Zotero is a free, easy-to-use citation manager that can help researchers save time and frustration. In this interactive workshop, you will learn the basics of Zotero, including adding references to your library, organizing your library, and using Zotero to cite references within a document (both Word and Google Docs). Information on how to download the software is available at guides.lib.vt.edu/citationmanagers/Zotero. To learn more and to register, visit: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/9373082
30. CIMAFUNK Q&A
Wednesday, September 7, 2:30-3pm, El Centro, Squires Room 309
Socialize with friends and engage with Cimafunk in this free, open conversation. Cimafunk’s name refers to his heritage as a cimarrón — Cubans of African descent who resisted and escaped slavery — as well as to the essence of his music that aims to subvert conventional sounds with rhythmic innovation. By bringing out the best in Cuban rhythms and traditions and infusing sounds and styles from Africa and the U.S., Cimafunk has created something unique and special. He is redefining contemporary Cuban music, as well as Afro-Latin identity and the fusion of Black cultures. https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/cimafunk.html
31. GROCERY BINGO
Wednesday, September 7, 5:30-6:30pm, GLC Room F
Learn about the Graduate School and graduate student resources while playing Bingo! Winners will get grocery items to take home. Be there on time so you don’t miss your chance at winning! Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/bingo
32. WOMEN AND GENDER IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION SERIES: DR. NORA HAENN
Thursday, September 8, 12:30-1:30pm, Zoom
Dr. Haenn is a Professor at the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, North Carolina State University. The title of her talk is “Gender in field research, gender in academia: Navigating multiple identity positions.” The discussion series is organized by the Center for International Research, Education, and Development and is an InclusiveVT initiative of Outreach and International Affairs. Register through this link below for free access to the event: https://bit.ly/3SBGXvo To know more about the event: https://bit.ly/3n189Gy
33. RECOVERY ALLY TRAINING WITH PHA
Thursday, September 8, 2-5pm, Vet Med Room 121
Join the Public Health Association (PHA) to become a Recovery Ally! The VT Recovery Community and Hokie Wellness are offering an interactive training session on recovery from addiction, ways to eliminate stigma, and how to become an Ally. The VT Recovery Community endeavors to create an environment where students in or seeking recovery feel accepted, are comfortable asking for and receiving help, and where their achievements are celebrated. By becoming a Recovery Ally, you are declaring to students in or seeking recovery that you embody these ideals. The training covers an overview of addiction and recovery, recovery friendly language, how to connect students with RC@VT, and more ways to get involved. Please register at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/RecoveryAlly
34. MEET @ THE MAC
Thursday, September 8, 4-6pm, The Moss Arts Center
Are you interested in the arts and creativity? Join us on the stage of the Anne and Ellen Fife Theatre at the Moss Arts Center to connect with fellow art-loving Hokies, take exclusive tours of the center, and learn about visual and performing arts programs at the Moss. Meet @ the MAC is a come and go event and light refreshments will be provided. At Meet @ the MAC, you can: Learn about the Moss Arts Center’s visual and performing arts programs, as well as job and volunteer opportunities for students; Tour numerous locations at the Moss Arts Center, including the Cube and backstage in the Street and Davis Performance Hall; Network with other art enthusiasts; Enter for a chance to win free tickets to a Moss Arts Center performance. https://artscenter.vt.edu/experiences/meet-at-the-mac-2022.html
35. DAY FOR DATA CONFERENCE
Friday, September, 9, 8:30am – 3pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Join us for Day for Data: Analytics in Action, a brand-new conference at Virginia Tech that will connect students and industry professionals in a practical exploration of the modern applications of big data and data analytics in the corporate setting! Featuring keynote speakers, networking opportunities, panel discussions, and the opportunity to connect with recruiters from industry-leading companies. Learn more and register today at http://pampl.in/dayfordata.
36. HOW OF HAPPINESS GRADUATE STUDENT GROUP
Fridays, September 9-October 21 (excluding fall break), 11:30am-12:30pm, GLC Wellness Room
Join Rec Sports for a 6-week Happiness Group to learn the science behind behaviors that drive happiness and to practice these behaviors with the small group. Each participant will receive a copy of the How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky. Classes are free but you must register here: https://connect.recsports.vt.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=3dea9b9c-b82a-494c-8c47-d0d4f0e6c03f&semesterId=88e465f8-265f-4f6e-a579-3a85889b4ecb
37. WHAT HAVE I GOTTEN MYSELF INTO
Friday, September 9, 12-1:30pm, GLC Room B
If you’re a graduate student who has asked yourself this question, you are not alone! Meet fellow graduate students to talk about graduate school as an exciting—but possibly overwhelming—life adventure. There will be pizza! (meat and vegetarian). Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/whathavei
38. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION FUNDRAISER
Saturday, September 10, 4-8pm, Chipotle – 314 N. Main Street
Meet BGSO at the Chipotle on N Main! In an effort to raise funds for the organization, BGSO is partnering with Chipotle. Come meet some of our Executive board members and stand a chance of winning a prize!
39. PANEL DISCUSSION: ENHANCING A SENSE OF BELONGING – FEATURING INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM ASIA
Tuesday, September 13, 12-1:30pm, GLC Room F
Join us in a panel discussion to enhance international graduate students’ sense of belonging by listening to academic and social experiences, challenges, and success hints from experienced international students from their cultures and ethnic backgrounds. FREE lunch provided. Please register https://bit.ly/SOB_Asia . Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend! If you have any questions, please contact ordi@vt.edu.
40. FIRST GEN MEET AND GREET
Wednesday, September 14, 5:30-7pm, Holtzman Alumni Center
Join the office of first generation student support for a meet and greet for all students! Learn about valuable resources and network with first gen faculty, staff, and students. Spaces are limited. https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/8190495/rsvp
41. COFFEE AND CONVERSATION: ANTI-BULLYING IN GRADUATE SCHOOL
Friday, September 16, 3-4:30pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Join us in a coffee and conversation on anti-bullying in graduate school. We will share resources and best practices for graduate students who have experienced peer-to-peer, mentor-to-mentee, advisor-to-student, and other forms of bullying in academia. Please register https://bit.ly/ABGS22 . Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend! If you have any questions, please contact ordi@vt.edu.
42. BGSO INTEREST MEETING
Friday, September 16, 6-8pm, GLC Room C
Welcome back to the 2022-2023 academic year! The Black Graduate Student Organization invites you to learn more about our group and what we have to offer You! Please rsvp by Sep. 3rd. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedMYBd9YB66_9VO3uwZ3u17njq6WDlwTOCpnZF1Ws3p9b7Xw/viewform
43. C.S. LEWIS PLAY: THE MOST RELUCTANT CONVERT
Monday, Sept 19, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
C.S. Lewis coming to Virginia Tech! (sort of) Using the author and apologist’s own words, award-winning actor Max McLean brings C.S. Lewis to life on stage, taking on us on his extraordinary journey from hard-boiled atheist to “the most reluctant convert in all England.” Tickets are $5 for VT students!
44. VIRTUAL VILLAGE TOUR WITH NRITYAGRAM DANCE ENSEMBLE
Tuesday, September 20, 8pm, Virtual
In this interactive online tour, explore the Nrityagram Dance Village, located outside Bangalore in Southern India and home to its namesake dance ensemble for almost 30 years. Led by Nritygram Dance Ensemble Artistic Director Surupa Sen, this event offers a rare opportunity to experience a community that has hosted visits by such notables as Mark Morris, Mikhail Baryshnikov, and Mick Jagger. Learn more and register here: https://artscenter.vt.edu/experiences/virtual-village-tour.html
45. REVIVE! (NARCAN) TRAINING
Saturday, September 24, 2-4pm, Vet Med Room 125
The opioid epidemic is a public health crisis and has been in the forefront of the news for a few years now. Any person, no matter their age, income, or any other demographic, can experience an overdose or develop a substance use disorder (SUD). Knowing how to respond and possibly reverse an opioid overdose can save someone’s life and might help them access needed resources for recovery. Join the Public Health Association and Hokie Wellness to learn more about opioids, addiction, and how to respond in an emergency. You will receive the opioid overdose reversal drug, Narcan (Naloxone), and a CPR kit to take with you, free of charge. Register at https://forms.gle/4wwsydMvqXwe22rT6