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February 27-March 5, 2023

This Week’s Events:       

0. Ongoing Services – updated 8/15/22
1. APIDA MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP
2. IRB SERIES 4 LIVE Q&A
3. PRESENTING WITH LATEX
4. PERFORMANCE: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER
5. ALVIN AILEY DANCE THEATRE (DEAN’S CULTURAL AWARENESS PROGRAM)
6. VT ALUMNI SPEAKER PANEL: CAREERS IN CULTIVATED PROTEINS
7. 4TH LATINX SYMPOSIUM: UNIDOS: INCLUSIVITY FOR A STRONGER VIRGINIATECH
8. GLC CAFÉ
9. GLOBAL CONNECT: INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT GROUP
10. KIDS NIGHT OUT
11. BIBLE STUDY

Administrative Announcements: 
12. GLC ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY DISPLAY – 1st posting
13. GPSS CAP AND GOWN LOAN PROGRAM – 1st posting
14. COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE (COVES) POLICY FELLOWSHIP – 2nd  posting
15. FREE ONE-ON-ONE VIRTUAL NUTRITION GUIDANCE – 2nd posting
16. STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE FEEDBACK SURVEY – 2nd posting
17. VTGrATE SPRING APPLICATION CYCLE OPEN – CALL FOR NEW MEMBERS! – 2nd posting
18. 2nd VTGrATE PODCAST POSTED – 2nd posting
19. JOIN THE ALT PROTEIN PROJECT AT VT – 2nd posting

Jobs:   
20. HONORS COLLEGE GTAS 2023-24 – 1st posting
21. FINANCIAL LITERACY EDUCATION SEEKS PHD CANDIDATE WITH STRONG TECHNICAL WRITING SKILLS – 2nd posting
22. GA POSITION FOR COMMUNITY-ENGAGED RESEARCH – 2nd posting

Volunteers and research participants sought:  
23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED – ROBOT ESCAPE ROOM – 1st posting
24. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR EXOSKELETON REARCH STUDY – 1st posting
25. INTERFACES OF GLOBAL CHANGE CAPSTONE PROJECT GROUP – 1st posting
26. PANELISTS NEEDED FOR EDAMAME FLAVOR STUDY – 1st posting
27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: RESEARCH STUDY – EFFECTS OF INTELLIGENT AGENTS IN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES – 2nd posting
28. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR QUICK, REMOTE HARD CIDER SENSORY STUDY – 2nd posting
29. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN AUGEMENTED/VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH USER STUDY – 2nd posting
30. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON PROCESSED FOOD – 2nd posting
31. PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS OF TWO-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd posting
32. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON EXERCISE BREAKS AND COGNITION – 3rd posting
33. MOMS IN STEPFAMILIES NEEDED FOR RESEARCH – 3rd posting
34. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT HISTORIC SMITHFIELD – 3rd posting
35. GRANATA BIOMECHANICS LAB RECRUITING FOR RESEARCH STUDY UNDERSTANDING BIOMECHANICAL PERFORMANCE DURING CHILD-CARE-RELATED ACTIVITIES – 3rd posting
36. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR BIOMETRIC RESEARCH USING VIDEOS – 3rd posting
37. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO REVIEW TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 3rd posting

Upcoming Events: 
38. DEI SESSION ON WHITENESS & CHARACTERISTICS OF WHITE SUPREMACY CULTURE – March 15
39. ANOVA IN R (SAIG SHORT COURSE) – March 15
40. WOMEN & GENDER IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION SERIES SPRING 2023 – March 16
41. BSGO SPRING 2023 PLANT SALE – March 20
42. HAS THE MODERN UNIVERSITY LOST ITS WAY? – May 1

 0. Ongoing Services – updated 08/15/22    

1. APIDA MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP
Monday, February 27, 12-1pm, Squires 140, Asian Cultural Engagement Center
Join us for the first APIDA Men’s Support Group meeting for the Spring 2023 semester. This meeting will focus on “De-stigmatizing Mental Health” among APIDA men. Light refreshments will be provided. Register here: https://bit.ly/3XNGJ6j.

2. IRB SERIES 4 LIVE Q&A
Monday, February 27, 2-3pm, Zoom
Welcome to the final Graduate Student Services IRB Series. If you are new to IRB or just need a refresher course on what IRB is all about, join us for a live Q&A as we get the opportunity to learn from the IRB professionals themselves. This week, we have the opportunity to ask members of the Virginia Tech HRPP Team any and all questions that we have about the IRB process. It is an interactive session, where you will get a chance to communicate openly with IRB professionals. This is a great chance to ask your question and get your doubts solved by the professionals themselves. Register here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AWKvpZw04x.

3. PRESENTING WITH LATEX
Monday, February 27, 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.

4. PERFORMANCE: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER
Tuesday, February 28 and Wednesday March 1, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
“Unbelievable. Go see Ailey. It’s change-your-life good.” —NBC’s Today Show Celebrate over 60 years of unparalleled artistry when Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater comes to Blacksburg! These dancers dazzle with their technical brilliance and passionate energy, bringing audiences to their feet at every performance. Each evening features a distinct program of new and classic works from the groundbreaking company, as well as founder Alvin Ailey’s masterpiece, Revelations. For more details about each evening’s repertoire : https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/alvin-ailey.html.  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.

5. 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 

6. VT ALUMNI SPEAKER PANEL: CAREERS IN CULTIVATED PROTEINS
Tuesday, February 28, 8-9pm, Zoom
Learn about what it’s like working in the alternative protein space from Virginia Tech Alumni, and be sure to bring some questions for our speakers! Speakers include alumni working at Wildtype, Finless Foods, and Upside Foods. We hope to see you there! Zoom link: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/82654876714?pwd%3DYURrYlpaWUhwRTRTTktWM0hEejlDUT09&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1677699034490214&usg=AOvVaw01lm0AHFfT0AoEInKoJAMc

7. 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.

8. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, March 2, 3:30-5pm, GLC Reading Room
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. 

9. GLOBAL CONNECT: INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday, March 2, 5-6pm, Zoom
Global Connect is a monthly virtual series held the first Thursday of each month that offers a supportive and safe space on Zoom for international students to discuss specific topics relevant to mental health (adjustment/transition, academic stress, relationship issues, work-life balance, etc.), share your own experiences, and develop practical skills to cope with your issues.  Topics and Dates: Microaggression and discrimination 3/2/23, Stress management 4/6/23, Relationships and cultural contexts 5/4/23. Register at: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0j6cOoAON2TjcNM.

10. KIDS NIGHT OUT
Thursday, March 2, 6:30-8:00pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street
Please join us for FUN, FREE, CHILDCARE at the VT Women’s Center every Thursday when classes are in session from 6:30-8pm.    Games, snacks, toys (and maybe a movie!) are provided. Sitters provided by Chi Delta Alpha Sorority and they are excited to meet you kids. More info on Doodle link– please sign up each child individually: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4aaaac28a31-kids Questions? Contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu

11. BIBLE STUDY
Saturday, March 5, 5-6pm, Virtual
The Intervarsity Graduate Christian Fellowship at Virginia Tech welcomes new and returning students to join us for virtual bible study every first and third Saturday in Spring 2023. We study the Word of God to know the Truth and the Truth sets us free. https://www.gcfvt.org/events.html.

12. GLC ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY DISPLAY – 1st posting
The Graduate School invites submissions of art work and photography by graduate students for the beautification of the building during the spring semester and beyond. The theme is “Ignite Your Passion” What is it that is igniting your passion, or helping you unlock and unleash your potential?  Use art/photography as a medium to show us what keeps you motivated through graduate school.  Is it your family, friends, hiking, or playing a sport you love?  We would love to know what keeps you going. Submissions are limited to three pieces (art and/or photography) per graduate student. More information can be found here: https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/Programs/glc-art-and-photo-contest.html. Deadline is March 17 by midnight.

13. GPSS CAP AND GOWN LOAN PROGRAM – 1st posting
Are you graduating this spring? Planning on taking photos or walking at the in-person ceremonies, but need a cap and gown? GPSS has caps and gowns for students to borrow! Fill out the form by March 20 and we will try to make those memories happen while saving you money! If you do borrow from us, please note that you will need to return the gown dry cleaned, with receipt. Hoods are not included. You will be notified by April 10 whether GPSS is available to accommodate your request. Please contact Cissy Ming cissym@vt.edu with any questions. Link to form: https://forms.gle/9iL6ASzs6bPz4JvS8

14. COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE (COVES) POLICY FELLOWSHIP – 2nd posting
The Commonwealth of Virginia Engineering and Science (COVES) Policy Fellowship is a science policy fellowship for Virginia that is hosted by the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (VASEM). COVES fellows are graduate students or postdoctoral researchers in science, technology, engineering, math and health (STEM-H) fields at Virginian Universities who spend 12 weeks over the summer working with Host Offices in the Virginia legislative and executive branches or in the policy offices of NGOs and scientific industries in Virginia. In addition to their work in their Host Offices, fellows are paired with a science policy mentor from VASEM, trained through an orientation at the start of their fellowship, and participate in networking and career development activities throughout the fellowship. The application deadline for Virginia Tech is March 1, 2023. More information can be found on our website https://graduateschool.vt.edu/funding/types-of-funding/funding-sponsored-by-the-graduate-school/coves-fellowship.html.  There will be an information session on February 24th.  To Register in Advance: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUud-6tpjwvEtIaOmWbSPo38pUuN_7IFe_x

15. FREE ONE-ON-ONE VIRTUAL NUTRITION GUIDANCE – 2nd posting
Seeking nutrition guidance? Interested in learning how to make food choices that support a sustainable, healthy lifestyle? The Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise at Virginia Tech offers individualized nutrition counseling services facilitated by senior and graduate-level nutrition and dietetics students, FREE to any interested students, faculty, or staff. Visit https://www.hnfe.vt.edu/nutrition_counseling.html to sign up today.

16. STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE FEEDBACK SURVEY – 2nd posting
The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) and the Student Medical Insurance (SMI) Office have created a survey to gather feedback about the Virginia Tech Aetna Student Medical Insurance plan from graduate and professional students. The results of this survey will be used to understand what services students are currently getting as well as what they would want out of their health insurance plan. This will be used to advocate for insurance plans in the future that better match with student needs.  https://tinyurl.com/GPSSHealthInsuranceSurvey

17. VTGrATE SPRING APPLICATION CYCLE OPEN – CALL FOR NEW MEMBERS! – 2nd posting              
VTGrATE is opening the Spring 2023 application cycle. We are inviting graduate students to become members, and advance within our peer-mentoring program focused on best practices in teaching and learning. The application deadline is Friday, March 10th, 2023, at midnight, and applications are already open. To submit your application, please click on the following link: https://forms.gle/4eDHzg8Kwyke71Ss6

18. 2nd 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 second episode on YouTube, so go ahead and check it out!https://youtu.be/E2AjeYW5fXE.

19. JOIN THE ALT PROTEIN PROJECT AT VT – 2nd posting
Are you interested in joining a network of academic universities that prioritize plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-enabled protein? We are a student organization looking to enrich, support, and cultivate research and innovation to create a healthy, sustainable, and just food system. Connect with students from different chapters worldwide! Some of our past events include plant-based industry speaker events, plant-based tapas tastings, plant-based charcuterie nights, and more! If you’re interested in joining, click this link: https://forms.gle/K5vVME7u3L6cwSQj7.

20. HONORS COLLEGE GTAS 2023-24 – 1st posting
The VT Honors College focuses on transdisciplinary, collaborative, and experiential learning. Our new, required course, UH 1404, will introduce students to interdisciplinarity, systems thinking, problem analysis, and undergraduate research. We seek applicants pursuing an MA, MS, MFA, or PhD from engineering, natural and social sciences, arts, and humanities to help with UH 1404 and other activities. This is a 9-month, 20-hour per week position, with a graduate tuition waiver and a competitive stipend. Preferred Qualifications; experience in learning and/or working across disciplinary boundaries; experience in teaching, tutoring, or mentoring undergraduate students; experience with students from diverse backgrounds and/or diverse scholarly/professional orientations; experience with one or more of the following: interdisciplinarity, systems thinking, problem analysis, and undergraduate research. Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and information for 3 references to Dr. Paul Heilker, Associate Dean, by 5:00 pm on Monday, 27 March, 2023 at pheilker@vt.edu.

21. FINANCIAL LITERACY EDUCATION SEEKS PHD CANDIDATE WITH STRONG TECHNICAL WRITING SKILLS -2nd posting
The Department of Finance invites applications for a GA position for Spring 2023. Students proficient in drafting, editing, & finalizing professional documents are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be able to produce business proposals, job aid documents, presentations, & standard operating procedures with technical acumen & attention to detail. Preferred candidates are adept at technical writing & know finance terminology or at least have an understanding of financial literacy terminology. An undergraduate degree & writing samples are necessary to apply. The position requires 10-20 hours per week, regular faculty engagement, & delivery of work throughout the week. Our assistantships are highly competitive, & funding availability varies. Contact Elesha Wikle at wikle@vt.edu for more info & to apply.

22. GA POSITION FOR COMMUNITY-ENGAGED RESEARCH – 2nd posting
The GA will support the development of a community-engaged research methods course and will assist with the production of an applied social science podcast series. This position may also be involved with community assessments or program evaluations for community partners including data gathering, instrument development, conducting interviews/focus groups, and analyzing and presenting data. Qualifications: Interest in community-engaged research, ability to learn new conceptual and analytical frameworks; and to be able to build a resource library. Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize responsibilities, function well under pressure, pay attention to detail, work as part of a team, as well as independently, show initiative, and meet deadlines. Submit a cover letter and resume PDF to apply by February 28. For more information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ewdpignJlcYj7qrY6Y0GEeYo9wFeoZ1n/view?usp=share_link

23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED – ROBOT ESCAPE ROOM – 1st posting
The Mind Music and Machine Lab at Virginia Tech is seeking individuals who are at least 18-year-old to participate in a study to investigates the effects of different emotions on human trust in social robots in an escape room situation. During the study, you will be asked to complete an emotion induction writing task and solve puzzles in an escape room with a humanoid robot agent. You will also need to fill out different questionnaires three times (before and after the emotion induction task & after successfully escaping the room.) The study will last approximately 60 minutes. Participants will receive $10/hr. or 1 hr. research credit for course ISE 3614.  Contact djia9@vt.edu. 

24. PARTICIPATIONS NEEDED FOR EXOSKELETON REARCH STUDY – 1st posting
You will be asked to complete 2 sessions over 2 days, with each session lasting up to 4 hours. In both sessions, you will wear two exoskeletons and perform several tasks, such as ladder climbing, walking, lifting/lowering, and simulated drilling. During each session, we will monitor your postures/motions and muscle activity from select muscle groups in the back and shoulder regions. You are eligible to participate if you: are 18-30 years old, are not pregnant, have no current or recent (past 12 months) musculoskeletal disorders or injuries that affect your daily activities, have the waist circumference of ≥27 inches (this is due to exoskeleton fits).  Compensation $15/hr. For more information contact: alexn011@vt.edu

25. INTERFACES OF GLOBAL CHANGE CAPSTONE PROJECT GROUP – 1st posting
We are seeking participants for a survey measuring student utility costs and assessing awareness of home weatherization concepts. Our aim is to learn more about housing challenges in relation to energy-based financial stress and to provide potential solutions in partnership with the Office of Sustainability and other community partners. The survey should take 5 minutes. Thank you for your help! https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AXBgLZwRU7

26. PANELISTS NEEDED FOR EDAMAME FLAVOR STUDY – 1st posting
The VT Sensory Evaluation Lab (SEL) is researching the sensory attributes of US edamame (IRB #23-064). We are recruiting volunteers who are 18 years or older, have no known soy allergies or sensitivities, and are interested in tasting edamame to participate. Subjects will be required to participate in up to 8, 1-hour “consensus training” sessions over 2-5-weeks that involve smelling, tasting, and describing edamame, followed by 4 to 6, 30-45-minute sessions that involve smelling, tasting, and rating each edamame sample using the vocabulary you helped develop. Snacks will be provided after each session. The training sessions will be audio-recorded, with permission. Your decision to participate or not will not impact your relationship with Virginia Tech or VT SEL. Contact Rebekah at foodsensory@vt.edu for more information.

27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: RESEARCH STUDY – EFFECTS OF INTELLIGENT AGENTS IN AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES – 2nd posting
The Mind Music and Machine Lab at Virginia Tech is seeking individuals to participate in a study to determine the effects of in-vehicle agents on driver experiences and performance in an autonomous vehicle. During the study, you will be asked to drive in a driving simulator. Criteria for eligibility are 1) active driver with a valid driver license, 2) above age 18+ with good health, 3) normal vision and hearing, and 4) fluent in English. The study will last approximately 60 minutes. Each participant can choose between monetary compensation for $10 and course credits (0.5 credits/hour) from ISE 3614. For more information, please contact Jing Zang, jingzang@vt.edu ASAP. This study is being conducted under the supervision of Dr. Myounghoon Jeon, myounghoonjeon@vt.edu.

28. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR QUICK, REMOTE HARD CIDER SENSORY STUDY – 2nd posting
The Sensory Evaluation Laboratory at Virginia Tech seeks participants to sort terms that can be used to describe hard cider in the United States (IRB 22-1092). The purpose of this study is to evaluate the sensory similarity of descriptive terms used to describe hard cider and to ultimately build a flavor wheel for hard cider made in the United States. To complete the study, follow this link: https://vt.compusensecloud.com/edu/login.aspx?t=0d8b2c6d-795e-49c3-aaaf-9ead823f6c3d

29. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN AUGEMENTED/VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH USER STUDY – 2nd posting
The 3D Interaction (3DI) group invites you to participate in a research study with virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. Participants in the study will come to Room 160 (Sandbox), Moss Arts Center, to try out several interaction techniques while seated, standing, or moving around in an indoor area, and be asked for their comments about these techniques. The session will take about 60-75 minutes, participation is entirely voluntary. Participants need to be English speakers, at least 18 years old, have normal vision (contact lenses are fine, glasses are not supported). Participants should not have any symptom or known recent exposure to COVID-19. Participation will be on a first come first serve basis. Participants’ involvements in the study will not impact their grades or academic performance in any way. For more information contact Feiyu Lu at feiyulu@vt.edu to schedule a session. The project is supervised by Dr. Doug A. Bowman in Computer Science. IRB#23-704.

30. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON PROCESSED FOOD – 2nd posting
The major purpose of this research project is to learn if consuming processed or less processed foods has an impact on how a person’s brain responds to processed foods. Briefly, the full study is 10-12 weeks long with two 14-day periods of controlled feeding where we will provide ALL foods and beverages for you to eat during those times. If you choose to participate, the study will consist of approximately 34 visits and require approximately 33-35 hours of your time. Most of these visits take place in Blacksburg with some taking place on the Roanoke campus. Participants can receive up to $400 and a 3D printed brain for completion of study! For more information and to take the pre-screening eligibility survey: https://fralinbiomed.info/yaeh

31.  PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS OF TWO-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd 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.

32. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON EXERCISE BREAKS AND COGNITION – 3rd 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.

33. MOMS IN STEPFAMILIES NEEDED FOR RESEARCH – 3rd 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.

34. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT HISTORIC SMITHFIELD – 3rd 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

35.  GRANATA BIOMECHANICS LAB RECRUITING FOR RESEARCH STUDY UNDERSTANDING BIOMECHANICAL PERFORMANCE DURING CHILD-CARE-RELATED ACTIVITIES – 3rd 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

36. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR BIOMETRIC RESEARCH USING VIDEOS – 3rd 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).

37. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO REVIEW TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM APPLICATIONS – 3rd 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.

38. DEI SESSION ON WHITENESS & CHARACTERISTICS OF WHITE SUPREMACY CULTURE
Wednesday, March 15, 12:00pm-1:30pm, GLC B
Graduate Students are invited to a personal and professional development session exploring the topics Whiteness and the Characteristics of White Supremacy Culture in their own lives and work. Attendees will be introduced to the concepts of Whiteness and White Supremacy Culture before participating in individual reflective practice based in a Critical Narrative Analysis (Langdridge, 2007) framework. This reflection time will assist them in deconstructing their own experiences with these concepts. Engaging with these topics is imperative for advancing antiracism and decolonization in academia. Lunch will be provided and registration is required. The survey will close at 5pm on Monday, March 13th. Seats are limited – we will be in touch if you have a confirmed seat or if you have been put on the waitlist. Please register here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AVsktZw3lS

39. ANOVA IN R (SAIG SHORT COURSE)
Wednesday, March 15, 4:30-6:30pm, Torg 3310
In the SAIG Short Course ANOVA in R, we will cover several varieties of ANOVA, a common statistical procedure. The following topics will be covered: Understanding when using ANOVA is appropriate, checking ANOVA assumptions, fitting a one-way ANOVA model, fitting a two-way ANOVA model, interpreting interactions, fitting an ANCOVA model. To register for this and other SAIG courses: https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/?query=saig

40. WOMEN AND GENDER IN IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION SERIES SPRING 2023
Thursday, March 16, 12:30-1:30pm, Newman Library
Women and Gender in International Development (WGD), Virginia Tech is hosting their second Discussion Series event (hybrid) for Spring 2023, featuring Jessica R. Spence on Thursday, March 16, 2023, from 12:30-1:30 pm. Jessica is an ICTAS Fellow and a Ph.D. student of ALCE at Virginia Tech. The title is “Speaking for themselves: The importance of enabling Ugandan women to share their story through photography and community dialogue.” Interested participants can join in person at the Newman Library multipurpose room, or online via zoom. Snacks will be provided. The discussion series is organized by the Center for International Research, Education, and Development (CIRED) and is an InclusiveVT initiative of OIA. Register here: https://bit.ly/40VroDb.  To know more: https://bit.ly/3n189Gy.

41. BSGO SPRING 2023 PLANT SALE
Monday, March 20, 10am-5pm, Drillfield
Please come out and support the Black Graduate Student Organization. A variety of indoor plant cuttings will be available for sale. Have your choice of baby monsteras, peace lilies, Christmas cactus, pothos, zebrinas, spider plants, and Swedish ivy. Cash and electronic payments accepted.

42. 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