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February 13-19, 2023

This Week’s Events:       

Ongoing Services – updated 8/15/22
1. GETTING STARTED WITH ENDNOTE
2. JAPANESE PUPPETRY WORKSHOP
3. PAMPLIN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS MASTERS OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRAITON – BUSINESS ANALYTICS VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION
4. GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CITATION MANAGER
5.  BLACK HISTORY MONTH HBCU SPOTLIGHT: TUSKEEGEE UNIVERSITY AEROSPACE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
6. INTRODUCTION TO LATEX WITH OVERLEAF
7. GLC CAFÉ
8. MUSEUM MUSINGS: FREE LECTURE ON CURRENT MUSEUM HOT TOPICS
9. KIDS NIGHT OUT – CANCELED
10. LEARNING LUNCH WITH DR.TOPCU
11. PERFORMANCE: AKUTAGAWA

Administrative Announcements: 
12. THE DEAN’S CULTURAL AWARENESS PROGRAM WITH THE MOSS ART CENTER – 1st posting
13. INTERNATIONAL TAX INFORMATION – 1st posting
14. REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK ABOUT iTHENTICATE USE – 2nd posting
15. FIRST VTGrATE PODCAST POSTED – 2nd posting
16. GPSS EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTIONS CALL FOR APPLICANTS – 2nd posting
17. CALL FOR PAPERS: SOCIOLOGY STUDENT RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM – 2nd posting
18. GRADUATE STUDENTS NEEDED FOR TITLE IX ADVISORY BOARD – 2nd posting
19. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: HOKIE HICCUPS – 3rd posting
20. CALL FOR WORKSHOP AND POSTER PRESENTERS – 4TH LATINX SYMPOSIUM: UNIDOS: INCLUSIVITY  FOR A STRONGER VIRGINIA TECH – 3rd posting

Jobs:   
21. SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION GRADUATE INTERN –2nd posting

Volunteers and research participants sought:  
22. PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS OF TWO-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON EXERCISE BREAKS AND COGNITION – 1st posting
24. MOMS IN STEPFAMILIES NEEDED FOR RESEARCH – 1st posting
25. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT HISTORIC SMITHFIELD – 1st posting
26. GRANATA BIOMECHANICS LAB RECRUITING FOR RESEARCH STUDY UNDERSTANDING BIOMECHANICAL PERFORMANCE DURING CHILD-CARE-RELATED ACTIVITIES – 1st posting
27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR BIOMETRIC RESEARCH USING VIDEOS – 1st posting
28. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO REVIEW TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 1st posting
29. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A WHITE WINE SENSORY STUDY – 2nd posting
30. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR CLEAT PERFORMANCE AND PLANTAR LOADING STUDY – 2nd posting
31. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON ‘ENHANCING ART GALLERY VISITORS’ EXPERIENCE THROUGH AUDIO AUGMENTED REALITY TECHNOLOGY’ – 2nd posting

Upcoming Events: 

32. HOW TO DEVELOP CAREER RELEVANT SKILLS IN ACADEMIA – February 20
33. DINING ETIQUETTE – February 20
34. LITERATURE REVIEWS AND DATABASE SEARCHING FOR ANIMAL & LIFE SCIENCES – February 21
35. H-1B (WORK VISA) AND PERMANENT RESIDENCY (GREEN CARD) OPTIONS WORKSHOP – February 21
36. ADVANCED LATEX FOR ETDS AND MORE – February 22
37. INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE SCHOLARLY PRESENCE – February 23
38. CORNELL WILLIAM BROOKS – BLACK HISTORY MONTH KEYNOTE SPEAKER – February 23
39. NIGHTTIME GUIDED MEDITATION WITH VIVEK RAJAN – February 23
40. DAY OF REMEMBRANCE LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING ANDY MORIKAWA – February 24
41. FRIEDMAN FAMILY LECTURE – February 24
42. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS LAB – February 24
43. INTERFAITH IN A STEM CONTEXT – February 25
44. SNABV ALL BLACK AFFAIR – February 25
45. PRESENTING WITH LATEX- February 27
46. ALVIN AILEY DANCE THEATRE (DEAN’S CULTURAL AWARENESS PROGRAM) – March 1
47. 4TH LATINX SYMPOSIUM: UNIDOS: INCLUSIVITY FOR A STRONGER VIRGINIA TECH – March 2
48. BSGO SPRING 2023 PLANT SALE – March 20
49. HAS THE MODERN UNIVERSITY LOST ITS WAY?- May 1

 0. Ongoing Services – updated 08/15/22    

1. GETTING STARTED WITH ENDNOTE
Monday, February 13, 4-5:15pm, Zoom
EndNote is one of the most powerful citation managers available today. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of EndNote, including adding references to your library, organizing your library, and using EndNote to cite references within a document. Register here: https://guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

2. JAPANESE PUPPETRY WORKSHOP
Monday, February 13, 6-7pm, ACEC Center, 140 Squires
Join us in our exclusive workshop: Japanese Puppetry with Akutagawa Artists Koryū Nishikawa V and Tom Lee! Nishikawa is a fifth-generation Japanese master Puppeteer and Headmaster of Hachiōji Kuruma Ningyō. Lee is Asian American designer, director, and puppet artist who has performed on Broadway in War Horse and at the Metropolitan Opera in Madama Butterfly, in addition to creating critically acclaimed original work fusing technology and contemporary puppetry techniques. For more information or to register: https://bit.ly/3H5XsLc

3. PAMPLIN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS MASTERS OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – BUSINESS ANALYTICS VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSION
Monday, February 13, 6pm, Zoom
Graduating soon and wondering what’s next, or considering a career change? Consider Pamplin’s Master’s Degree in Business Analytics! The MSBA-BA degree is a one-year program that prepares you for a career in one of the most in-demand job fields today. Join us for our upcoming info session on Monday, February 13, 2023 at 6:00pm via zoom. Learn more about the program at https://cba.pamplin.vt.edu.  Register here: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuc-qrqD0pHNwkgBqZ8rv5Y16_vDuib5VF

4. GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR CITATION MANAGER
Tuesday, February 14, 3:30-4:40pm, Zoom
Citation managers like EndNote, Mendeley, and Zotero are powerful tools that can help you save, organize, and cite your references. Their use can also help improve your workflow and make the research process easier and less stressful. This session will focus on ways to get the most out of your citation manager. By the end of the session, you’ll be able to integrate citation managers into your existing workflow, identify personal best practices for using citation managers, and use advanced features of the citation manager of your choice to streamline your research workflow. Register here: https://guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

5. BLACK HISTORY MONTH HBCU SPOTLIGHT: TUSKEEGEE UNIVERSITY AEROSPACE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Thursday, February 16, 12-1pm, Virtual
Join the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and NSBE as we salute Tuskegee University’s Aerospace Engineering Department. Alumni Panelists include Hakeen Balogun, Graduate Student, Aerospace Engineering, Tuskegee University; Nolita Lewis, Executive Leader, EMS Materials Behavior and Operations, GE Aviation; Dr. Sharaé Meredith, Senior Research Engineer, DOD Projects, Georgia Tech Research Institute; Mayard Williams, Engine Program Management at RTX, Collins Aerospace. Tuskegee University is the only Historically Black College and University to offer an ABET accredited Aerospace Engineering program. Learn about how Tuskegee University continues to produce alumni who excel in aerospace. Virtual: www.aiaa.org/TuskegeeUniversityBHMWebinar

6. INTRODUCTION TO LATEX WITH OVERLEAF
Thursday, February 16, 2-3pm, Zoom
Come learn how to get started with this popular coding tool for writing technical papers! LaTeX (pronounced Lay-tech or Lah-tech) is a free typesetting system designed for technical publications that can be used for many writing projects. In the workshop we’ll cover the following topics: How to create your first article, how to add content including text, figures and citations, where to learn more about using LaTeX, and how to get the most out of Overleaf. All are welcome to attend no matter your field or LaTeX experience level. Register here: https://guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

7. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, February 16, 3:30-5pm, GLC Reading Room
Special Edition Café on Wednesday , February 8 – Souper Bowl!  Sample soups and vote for your favorite. Enjoy coffee, tea, cookies and conversation with graduate students and Graduate School staff. Bring your own mug if you can! The GLC Café occurs every Thursday and the 2nd and 4th Wednesday. 

8. MUSEUM MUSINGS: FREE LECTURE ON CURRENT MUSEUM HOT TOPICS
Thursday, February 16, 4:30-5:30pm, Moss Arts Center: Room 157, Media Lab
The Graduate Arts Council presents a free lecture featuring two hot topics in museum culture: repatriation and welcoming/belonging in art spaces. Free food and drinks will be provided by the Moss Arts Center after the event in conjunction with the Opening Reception of the Spring 2023 galleries. The lectures will be held in the Media Lab (room 157) with a Q&A session to follow with the presenters. Both presenters are graduate students in the School of Visual Arts. This event is free and open to the public! Email: lizgray@vt.edu to register and for any questions.

9. KIDS NIGHT OUT – CANCELED THIS WEEK
Thursday, February 16, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street
KNO is cancelled on February 16th due to unforeseen circumstances.  KNO will resume on February 23rd and a registration link will be available on the Virginia Tech Women’s Center website: https://www.womenscenter.vt.edu/

10. LEARNING LUNCH WITH DR. TOPCU
Friday, February 17, 12-1pm, ACEC Center, 140 Squires and Zoom
Dr. Topcu joined Virginia Tech in 2022. His research integrates systems engineering, data-science, and microeconomics to study measurement issues in complex systems design. Specifically, he is interested in decomposition theory and management of safety-critical systems. He specializes in conducting mixed-methods research, often leveraging government & industry partners such as NASA, INFRABEL (the Belgian National Railroad Company), and MITRE for the research setting and refinement of his theoretical insights. Zoom registration: http://bit.ly/3ILaGQd.

11. PERFORMANCE: AKUTAGAWA
Friday, February 17 and Saturday, February 18, 2pm and 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
“You simply won’t see better puppetry anywhere nor a tighter braiding of methods old and new nor artists working so confidently at the peak of their craft.” —TimeOut New York Magic abounds through tales of the supernatural presented with beautifully detailed miniature sets, extraordinary effects, and ingenious artistry. Created by Japanese master puppeteer Koryū Nishikawa V and American puppet artist Tom Lee, a new stage work uses bunraku puppets, video projection, and live music to explore the creative process of Ryūnosuke Akutagawa, one of Japan’s most important early 20th-century writers, through several of his short stories. Tickets are $10 for students with ID and youth 18 and under, or sign up for our free last-minute rush seats for students by texting “arts” to 833-966-1838.  https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/akutagawa.html

12. THE DEAN’S CULTURAL AWARENESS PROGRAM WITH THE MOSS ART CENTER – 1st posting
Do you enjoy performances at the Moss Art Center or wish to attend an upcoming show? The graduate school is working to make the arts more accessible and collaborative with our graduate community through this new effort. Student tickets have been secured for several upcoming shows, starting with the February 18th show at 7:30pm, “AKUTAGAWA”, magic through tales of the supernatural presented with miniature sets, extraordinary effects, and ingenious artistry. Sign-up for a free student ticket (must be able to show valid Student ID) here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/AKUTAGAWA. Students will be randomly selected and shared the Blacksburg ticket pick-up location. Only one entry per student per performance. Questions, please email ordi@vt.edu.

13. INTERNATIONAL TAX INFORMATION – 1st posting
For the current 2023 U.S. tax filing season (2022 tax year), Cranwell International Center, in coordination with International Support Services and the Controller’s Office, is pleased to provide current international students and scholars at Virginia Tech with access to the Sprintax online tax software to assist you with your tax filing obligations.  Be sure to review the detailed information on this webpage: https://international.vt.edu/Immigration-Services/on_off_campus_employment/international-tax-information.html  to help you better understand your tax obligation and how to submit the required tax forms. Please keep in mind that faculty and staff in Cranwell International Center, International Support Services and the Controller’s Office are not tax experts and are not able to give tax advice.
Sprintax Open Tax Webinars are offered:  Tuesday February 21, 12:00 pm ET – Register here and Thursday March 2, 4:00 pm ET – Register here

14. REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK ABOUT iTHENTICATE USE – 2nd posting
The Graduate School is in the process of assessing the usage and effectiveness of the iThenticate software in graduate education as we prepare for the potential renewal of the contract. Please complete this short survey, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiQ7NE21z-lMhKSXV9ljgBN5176YQXtVHhV1fArN47dJ3trg/viewform, by February 15 to share with us your use of iThenticate and any comments you may have.

15. FIRST VTGrATE PODCAST POSTED –  2nd posting
VTGrATE is starting a new project this semester where the members in the organization interview fellow graduate students about any topics or issues that are of interest, as a podcast. Topics can include things like maintaining work-life balance, struggles of international students etc. We have just uploaded our first episode on YouTube, so go ahead and check it out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAeud-d2JRw.

16. GPSS EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTIONS CALL FOR APPLICANTS – 2nd posting
The Graduate and Professional Senate is holding elections for their executive board members for the 2023-2024 school year. Roles include varying positions from representing graduate students in the shared governance system at VT to running events and programs for students. All positions are centered around investing in and supporting our graduate student community. Applications are open to all graduate students and all levels of participation are welcome. Feel free to email gpss@vt.edu with any questions, and submit application materials to taylorcl@vt.edu using the information found at: https://gpss.vt.edu/about/elections.html.

17. CALL FOR PAPERS: SOCIOLOGY STUDENT RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM – 2nd posting
The Sociology Graduate Student Organization (SGSO) is pleased to announce our 35th Annual Student Research Symposium with the theme “Wonder of Sociology: How we do it and What we learn.” The event will take place on Wednesday, March 22nd in the Owens Ballroom. We invite submissions of paper abstracts or poster ideas that showcase social science research. Please submit your proposal by Feb. 17th using our submission portal. For more information about this call, visit https://bit.ly/3HV7Ua1.

18. GRADUATE STUDENTS NEEDED FOR TITLE IX ADVISORY BOARD -2nd posting
The Office for Equity and Accessibility continually seeks to improve Virginia Tech’s Title IX process. Incorporating students’ experiences and insights is central to ensuring our process works. The purpose of the Board will be to provide comment and feedback on the university’s response to reports of gender based harassment and violence. The Board will meet 3-4 times each semester to hold discussions and provide feedback directly to the university’s Title IX Coordinator. Issues for discussion may include: review of university’s policies and procedures; review of resources available to students; and a review of the university’s communication and outreach efforts, including safe.vt.edu. To gather a group with varied perspectives and experiences, student from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested students should contact Katie Polidoro polidoro@vt.edu and should provide a short statement expressing their interest in the Board by February 15, 2023.

19. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: HOKIE HICCUPS – 3rd posting
Mental Health Coalition’s (MHC) Hokie Hiccups is an event acknowledging and celebrating the struggles or hiccups we’ve all experienced in our lives. It’s an opportunity for Hokies to share their experiences of growth through different expressive arts and creative mediums.  We hope you will consider performing. While we do not yet have full details out for this year’s event, please check out www.hokiewellness.vt.edu/hokiehiccups for more information based on last year’s event!  We are currently accepting submissions; performances and visual arts through: 2/28/23 @ 11:59 pm – selected on a rolling basis until deadline Event Date: TBD (Either Monday 3/20 or Tuesday 3/21 around 7pm in the CID.  Submission guidelines and form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScpRh2uBqPxOrhg6SBgzejo_iWvjs4sUzzFCA7IxaswyU0DQ/viewform. If you have any questions please reach out to Colleen Driscoll, colleenmd@vt.edu or Saad Khan, saadk535@vt.edu We look forward to seeing your submission ideas!

20. CALL FOR WORKSHOP AND POSTER PRESENTERS – 4TH LATINX SYMPOSIUM: UNIDOS: INCLUSIVITY FOR A STRONGER VIRGINIA TECH – 3rd posting
Poster Presentations Thursday March 2nd from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Owens Banquet Hall. The Latinx Symposium gives an opportunity for both full-time and part-time undergrad and graduate students to showcase their scholarly pursuits and achievements, and brings together ideas and research findings from different disciplines surrounding the theme of “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Virginia Tech”. Join us and be a part of our continued efforts to improve the awareness of the work the Latinx communities is doing in the field of research. Interested in presenting follow this link: https://forms.gle/LfyPsMBwBe2WhmUo8. Questions? Please email: rhernandez@vt.edu.

21. SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION GRADUATE INTERN – 2nd posting
Facilitate SVP & Bystander Intervention trainings to students, staff, faculty and other campus partners as needed. SVP Graduate Intern will assist in administrative tasks including but not limited to coordinating training requests with requesting parties, maintaining training & outreach calendar, assisting in developing educational marketing materials and other SVP program needs. SVP Graduate Intern will lead tabling and outreach events as needed related to SVP & Bystander Intervention education. Graduate Intern will also help SVP Specialist in identifying opportunities for future training collaborations and SVP/ Bystander Intervention content development. Required qualifications: Knowledge of sexual violence terminology (including but not limited to; harassment, stalking, dating violence, victim blaming, etc.).Knowledge of bystander intervention techniques. Experience with facilitating workshops/training or classroom management (does not need to be specific to SVP / Bystander Intervention). Knowledge of interpersonal violence, gender-based violence and power dynamics to apply: https://tinyurl.com/HWSVIGI23.

22. PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS OF TWO-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN 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 two-year-old children in the US who own and regularly use a smartphone to participate in a new research study focusing on parent-child interactions. An online survey is available for parents of 2-year-olds across the US and an in-person laboratory visit is available to parents of 30-36 month-olds in Southwest Virginia. Caregivers ready to schedule a visit can do so at the following link: https://bit.ly/PTvisit.  Interested parties can fill out the contact survey here to be contacted by a researcher with more information: https://ptinterestform.questionpro.com/. Please contact Diana Devine at techkids@vt.edu  This research has been approved by Virginia Tech HRPP (IRB #21-463 & IRB 22-461). Please pass this information along to any potentially interested parties, but please note that no parent is obligated to participate in this research.

23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON EXERCISE BREAKS AND COGNITION – 1st posting
The Cognitive Aging and Translational Science (CAATS) Lab is seeking participants for a study investigating the effects of activity breaks on cognition. Participants are asked to watch a lecture video and complete tasks while wearing an FNIRS device. Participants will also be asked to complete an activity during a scheduled break. It is estimated to take 90 minutes to complete and participants will receive 1.5 SONA credits for their participation. Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 40 and be a Virginia Tech student. Participants must not be majoring in earth sciences or a related field, must be able to complete light physical activities, and must not be diagnosed with cardiovascular or respiratory disorders, or learning disabilities. Additional information can be viewed and sign up can be completed at https://vt-hdfs.sona-systems.com/default.aspx?p_return_experiment_id=6.

24. MOMS IN STEPFAMILIES NEEDED FOR RESEARCH – 1st posting
If you are a mom AND your child(ren) has a stepmom, the Family Complexity Lab wants to talk with you about your experiences (IRB-22-303). Participation involves one 60-90 minute Zoom interview. Participants will receive a $20 Amazon gift card for their time. Must be 18+ to participate. For more information, please contact Dr. Caroline Sanner at csanner@vt.edu.

25. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT HISTORIC SMITHFIELD – 1st posting
We would love to hear from you! There are many opportunities available for those who would like to volunteer onsite during the open season this coming April. Open Positions are as follows: Interpreter (Tour Guide) – April through December; Museum Store/Cashier/Manager – April through December; Graphic Designer-all year; Gardener/Landscaper – all year. No deadlines. For more information contact: Menna Fahmy: mfahmy@historicsmithfield.org

26. GRANATA BIOMECHANICS LAB RECRUITING FOR RESEARCH STUDY UNDERSTANDING BIOMECHANICAL PERFORMANCE DURING CHILD-CARE-RELATED ACTIVITIES – 1st posting
The Kevin P. Granata Biomechanics Lab at Virginia Tech is recruiting women who have given birth in the last 6 – 12 months (postpartum) and women who have never been pregnant, for a biomechanical performance study (protocol number 22-1085). Study participation will involve a single 2-hour visit. The purpose of this study is to explore the effects of lifting and loading a portable car seat in women 6 to 12 months after childbirth, compared to women having never been pregnant. This study will include questionnaires, six clinical assessments, and a series of three different lifting and loading conditions, of a 33 lbs. portable car seat, as your movements are tracked with an eight camera video recording system and four in-ground force plates. Participants will have their choice of a Fire Tv Stick or Echo Dot 3rd Gen for their time and effort upon completing the study.  If you would like more information about the study, please contact Theresa Libera at theresal@vt.edu or (540) 231-4294

27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR BIOMETRIC RESEARCH USING VIDEOS – 1st posting
We are recruiting participants for a research study that aims to understand how well we can determine heart rate and other information about the cardiovascular system by using video cameras. We are seeking individuals (US Citizens or Green Card) of various skin tones to sit for 2 sessions while wearing a heart monitor (on the wrist or fingertip) and being video recorded by a normal camera and 1 or 2 infrared cameras. The first session is intended to last approximately 90 minutes, and the second session should last 60 minutes. Participants will be compensated $50 for full participation, or $20 per hour for partial participation, to thank them for their time. If you are interested in participating, please contact Suren Thapa by email at sthapa@vtti.vt.edu. Research protocols have been approved by VT IRB (#21-536).

28. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO REVIEW TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 1st posting
Graduate student volunteers are needed to review applications for the Spring 2023 cycle of the GPSS Travel Fund Program. Volunteer reviewers are essential to ensure the impartiality of grant allocations. Previous TFP recipients are especially encouraged to volunteer. Work may be completed from anywhere with an internet connection, on any schedule. Please contact Cissy Ming at cissym@vt.edu to express interest. Include how many hours you are willing to commit before March 10. Visit http://gpss.vt.edu/programs/tfp  for more information about the Travel Fund Program.

29. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A WHITE WINE SENSORY STUDY – 2nd posting
Participants 21+ year of age are needed for a white wine sorting sensory study from Monday 2/20/23 to Wednesday 2/22/23 in HABB1 for 1-30 minute session. Snacks will be available for panelists after participation. To schedule a time for tasting, click here: https://vt.compusensecloud.com/edu/login.aspx?p=vtu&lang=5. If you have not participated in a sensory study at Virginia Tech, please contact mmershon@vt.edu for registration.

30. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR CLEAT PERFORMANCE AND PLANTAR LOADING STUDY – 2nd posting
The Granata Lab at Virginia Tech is looking for participants in a research study (protocol IRB# 22-664). This research study aims to determine how performance and pressure forces of the foot are impacted by cleat type and sex assigned at birth. Once consented, participants will complete two short surveys and a series of agility tasks while wearing American football cleats and soccer cleats. The pedar-x insole system will be used to collect pressure force data during each agility task you complete. Participation involves one visit that will last approximately 75 minutes. Eligible participants must be between the ages of 18-30, wear a shoe size of men’s 7-12 (women’s 8.5-13.5), currently plays a cleated sport or has played a cleat sport in the last 3 years, have not had any lower extremity injuries in the last six months that limited physical activity for more than two days, and are not pregnant. If you have questions, please contact Tyana Scott tyscott1@vt.edu.

31. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON ‘ENHANCING ART GALLERY VISITORS’ EXPERIENCE THROUGH AUDIO AUGMENTED REALITY TECHNOLOGY’ – 2nd posting
Researchers from the Mind Music Machine lab are conducting research on enhancing art gallery visitors’ experiences using Audio AR technology. It will take less than 1 hour to participate in the experiment. Please note, it is not mandatory for students to sign up as a participant, and that their participation is completely voluntary. Participants will be compensated at a rate of $10/hr. either in cash or in research credits at the rate of 0.5 cr/hr. Participants will view paintings using a pair of eye-tracker lenses, and a pair of bone conduction earphones. After viewing each painting, they will answer some questions. Eligible participants are current Virginia Tech students 18 years of age or older, and with normal to corrected vision (no glasses but contact lenses are okay). Interested students can sign up using this form https://forms.gle/wrqFEMgJe4h3EcHj8, or contact the researcher at: abhraneild@vt.edu if they are interested to participate. The research protocol forthis experiment has been reviewed by the Virginia Tech Institutional Review Board (IRB #22-1006).

32. HOW TO DEVELOP CAREER RELEVANT SKILLS IN ACADEMIA
Monday, February 20, 3-4pm, Zoom
This seminar will focus on why it is important to build and highlight transferrable career relevant skills to complement the technical skills that you develop as part of your training. It will also provide an overview of skills useful for both research and non-research careers. This seminar will highlight how to build transferrable skills such as collaboration, leadership, management, and presentation skills as well as other skills such as budgeting, vendor management, and various writing skills. Additionally, we will showcase how to highlight these skills on a resume for different types of roles so that organizations looking to hire you, can be aware of the value you bring to them. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpcOCtqTouGNfbsGXovlFf14tuVTLyEQlH

33. DINING ETIQUETTE
Monday, February 20, 5:30-7pm, GLC Multipurpose
Learn how to conduct yourself during a formal meal in a professional setting, whether the dinner is part of an interview, a conference, or other engagement. The program will include a presentation, helpful tips, and a pizza meal during which you can network with other graduate students! Be sure to arrive on time! Sign-up here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/dining23

34. LITERATURE REVIEWS AND DATABASE SEARCHING FOR ANIMAL & LIFE SCIENCES
Tuesday, February 21, 3:30-4:45pm, Zoom
You’ve been assigned to write a literature review…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. By the end of this session, you’ll be able to identify the type of literature review to be conducted, find relevant databases to search in the life sciences, and create effective search strategies. Register here: https://guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

35. H-1B (WORK VISA) AND PERMANENT RESIDENCY (GREEN CARD) OPTIONS WORKSHOP
Tuesday, February 21, 5-6:30pm, Newman Library Multipurpose Room and Zoom
During this workshop presented by immigration attorneys, you will get the chance to learn more about the H-1B work visa and employment-based permanent residency options. It is important to note that Cranwell International Center is not able to advise students regarding the H-1B work visa or permanent residency – you should always seek the guidance of an experienced immigration attorney. Register here: In-person: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C4EADAE2CA13-h1b1
Zoom: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wQhz5Mb6QCOKh3uRSnDGLQ

36. ADVANCED LATEX FOR ETDS AND MORE
Wednesday, February 22, 2-3:30pm, Zoom
Looking for a different platform besides Word or Google for your thesis or dissertation? Or do you want to go beyond the basics in LaTeX? Come learn more about working with LaTeX in Overleaf for larger projects! In the workshop we’ll cover the following topics: Setup and structure of large projects with multiple .tex files, using citation managers with LaTeX, creating your own commands, and options for collaboration, Experience with LaTeX or other coding experience is highly recommended for this workshop. Register here: https://guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

37. INTRODUCTION TO ONLINE SCHOLARLY PRESENCE
Thursday, February 23, 3:30-4:45pm, Zoom
LinkedIn, ORCID, ResearcherID, ResearchGate, Google Scholar Profile…how do you choose which sites you should create professional and scholarly profiles for? This workshop will provide an introduction to creating an online scholarly presence. Learn how to create and maintain your unique author identifier to ensure you get credit for your work, link your profiles together for ease of use, and track research impact metrics and online engagement of your research. Register here: https://guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

38. CORNELL WILLIAM BROOKS – BLACK HISTORY MONTH KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Thursday, February 23, 6pm, Haymarket Theatre
Our Black History Month keynote speaker, Harvard lawyer and activist Cornell William Brooks discusses: how he got into social justice, navigating the professional world, BLM vs. NAACP, and social justice as a black student  Moving, motivating, informative and insightful, Cornell William Brooks brings both a proud personal heritage and a thought-provoking vision to the podium. Brooks has picked up the mantle of the powerful orators that have influenced him, including Dr. Martin Luther King. He has actively embraced Black Lives Matter within the evolving continuum of civil rights activism. His stirring keynotes inspire audiences to broaden their perspectives, expand their definition of inclusion and diversity, eliminate inequality and honor the history and ever-evolving mission of the civil and human rights movement. For more information:  https://ccc.vt.edu/content/ccc_vt_edu/en/calendar/bhm.html#cw-brooks.

39. NIGHTTIME GUIDED MEDITATION WITH VIVEK RAJAN
Thursday, February 23, 8pm, Zoom
Vivek Rajan was trained and certified as a meditation teacher at the Art of Living Center in Washington D.C. in 2009 and has led these programs for hundreds of people nationally. Register here: https://bit.ly/3H5qL1G

40. DAY OF REMEMBRANCE LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING ANDY MORIKAWA
Friday, February 24, 12-1pm,  ACEC Center, 140 Squires and Zoom
Morikawa, a third gen Japanese American, was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Palau, a country in the Western Caroline Islands of Micronesia. There he served as an ESL teacher and teacher trainer. Following Peace Corps, Morikawa found a career in nonprofit work, primarily in the New River Valley. He has served as executive director for New River Community Action and founding CEO of the Community Foundation of the New River Valley. He is IPG Senior Fellow at the Virginia Tech Institute for Policy and Governance. He was founding host of the IPG podcast, Trustees Without Borders. He serves on the steering group of the Dialogue on Race, a ten-year local initiative combating racism in Virginia’s Montgomery County. Zoom registration: https://bit.ly/3wgw7kw

41. FRIEDMAN FAMILY LECTURE
Friday, February 24, 1-2pm, Steger Hall, Room 145
Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI) at VT is hosting the Friedman Family Lecture by Dr. Sissy Nikolaou which is scheduled on February 24, 2023. Dr. Sissy Nikolaou is the head of the earthquake engineering group at the national institute of standards and technology (NIST). Prior to joining NIST, she has worked as a Geotechnical Engineer on well-known projects like the World Trade Center, JFK airport, second avenue subway, and the list goes on. Moreover, she is meaningfully involved with organizations that enhance the inclusion and equity of women, and other underrepresented groups in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) community. Please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelhoDqxdQwemPwTNLo0ZIwGLfK310ycGCa2ez4NmdtBgGMlQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3d_esRgjd03CuLf67oePp_muujIUrJMHA7qi1ESIRjBfWs9TRibdeOKwA

42. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS LAB
Tuesday, February 24, 2-4pm, Virtual
Please note:  There are three components, beginning on 2/20/23and  continuing on 2/21/23 to prepare for the live event workshop on 2/24/2023.  SDGs LAB empowers youth to become sustainability leaders that will connect, educate, and empower participants to become catalysts for change in their communities. Consists of three sessions below: LAUNCH 2/20/23 (recording, complete before Boost) Youth activist Steve Lee will discuss the SDGs – history, targets, indicators. ACTIVATE-2/21/23 (recording, complete before Boost) Will give you specific examples of real ways youth can engage with the SDGs in their communities. BOOST-2/24: 2:00-4:00 pm Live zoom workshop: Action-Plan Development Workshop. Practical ways to begin SDGs projects in your local community. You’ll be working in groups with your peers to network and apply SDG action theories to your campus & community. For more information and to register: https://thesdgslab.com/vtech

43. INTERFAITH IN A STEM CONTEXT
Saturday, February 25, 12:30-2:30pm,  New Classroom Building Room 270
The Synergy Interfaith Collective and the UN Association at VT invites you to attend: “Interfaith in a STEM context. The goal of the event is to  provide  students with  a safe space to  explore the connections between STEM and interfaith. Students will learn the skills and knowledge they need to be leaders in a globalized, technologically advanced world with many different cultures and religions.  We will have three guest speakers: Dr. Sylvester A. Johnson, Center for Humanities VT, on “Do Robots Have Souls?”; Dr. John Cressler, Georgia Tech, on “Embracing Science as a Means to Deepen Our Spirituality”; Farah Siddiqui, Google, on “Embracing Religious and Spiritual Diversity in the Workplace.”. Refreshments Provided! RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/2p8sn9ht

44. SNABV ALL BLACK AFFAIR
Saturday, February 25, 7-9:30pm, Owens Ballroom
Greetings All, bring out your best all-black attire and join us for a night of elegance filled with music, art, networking, and socializing! It is our pleasure to invite you to the SNABV – All Black Affair social to create a safe space for networking, the ability to find mentors, and develop friendships. This event is open to graduate/professional students and professionals. Bring out your best all black attire and join us as we enjoy a night of elegance. There will be 8 young artists/business owners/ talent and the Founder of the NABV, Dr. Daniel, will be in attendance and will be speaking! We hope to see you at the Owens Ballroom (Virginia Tech), on Saturday, February 25th at 7:00 pm for a cash bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres catered by On-Site Catering based out of Roanoke, VA. Followed by keynote speakers and ending the night with music by SNABV member DJ, Kia Williams. Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 8th here: https://forms.gle/GRXUzPMrYVK7njH29  Formal ticket link and vendor information to be announced soon!

45. PRESENTING WITH LATEX
Monday, February 27, 2023, 2:30-3:30pm, Zoom
Come learn how to do even more with LaTeX – creating your presentations in LaTeX! Whether it is a deck of slides or poster, come learn about the other document classes available for presentations. This workshop will cover the following topics: how to create and customize slides, reusing existing LaTeX code, drawing figures, and adjusting document size. Some experience with LaTeX or other coding experience is recommended to get the most out of this workshop. We will be using Overleaf, but you are welcome to use your preferred LaTeX distribution. Register here: https://guides.lib.vt.edu/gradworkshops

46. ALVIN AILEY DANCE THEATRE (DEAN’S CULTURAL AWARENESS PROGRAM)
Wednesday, March 1, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center

The graduate school is working to make the arts more accessible and collaborative with our graduate community through this new effort. Student tickets have been secured for several upcoming shows, to include the March 1st show at 7:30pm, “Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre”, which features the works In a Sentimental Mood (2022), choreography by Jamar Roberts Are You in Your Feelings? (2022), choreography by Kyle Abraham, and Revelations (1960), choreography by Alvin Ailey. Sign-up for a free student ticket (must be able to show valid Student ID) here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/AlvinAiley. Students will be randomly selected and shared the Blacksburg ticket pick-up location. Only one entry per student per performance. Questions, please email ordi@vt.edu

47. 4TH LATINX SYMPOSIUM: UNIDOS: INCLUSIVITY FOR A STRONGER VIRGINIA TECH
Thursday, March 2, 8:30am-4pm, Owens Banquet Hall
Thank you for your interest in joining us in this year’s Latinx Symposium at Virginia Tech! Our goal is to increase visibility of the Latinx Community, provide a forum for conversation and scholarship, and to share in our experiences and strategies to best benefit our Latinx and Hispanic faculty, staff and students! Join us and be a part of our continued efforts to improve the awareness of the work the Latinx community is doing. The theme for this year is “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Virginia Tech”. Interested in attending Follow this link: https://forms.gle/FJUnTFV3TuioNytK9. Questions? Please email: rhernandez@vt.edu.

48. BSGO SPRING 2023 PLANT SALE
Monday, March 20, 10am-5pm, Drillfield
March is rolling in and the  Black Graduate Student Organization (BGSO) is looking forward to the bloom. With that we are holding a plant sale to welcome the spring. Come out and see us on the Drillfield on March 20th 10am – 5pm! Plants include: monstera  peace lily, Christmas cactus, pothos, zebrina, spider plant

49. HAS THE MODERN UNIVERSITY LOST ITS WAY?
Wednesday, May 1, 6:30-8pm, Bradley Study Center, 104 Faculty St
Join us as Virginia Tech professors Mark Embree and Sylvester Johnson explore some of the challenges facing today’s universities, engaging the perspectives of Wendell Berry and Jacques Maritain in the essay “The Loss of the University”. Light refreshments will be followed by an interactive discussion with the audience. RSVP by February 26 to receive a digital copy of the essays to be discussed, but no advance reading is required to attend: https://forms.gle/qHjqqstszFH7PaC57