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September 25 – October 1, 2023

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This Week’s Events:       
0. Ongoing Services – updated 8/22/23
1. PROFESSIONALISM AND PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – September 25
2.  APIDA AND INDIGENOUS QUEER, QUESTIONING, AND ALLIES SUPPORT GROUP – September 25
3.  PODCASTING 101 WORKSHOP FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS -September 25
4. WHY ARE LATINOS AND FILIPINOS PRIMOS? – September 26
5. GRADUATE STUDENT LEARNING CIRCLE – September 27
6. GLC CAFÉ – Sept 27 & 28
7. FLIP THE FAIR – September 28
8. CANCELED THIS WEEK  – KIDS NIGHT OUT FREE CHILDCARE – September 28
9. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTSeptember 29
10. SEPTEMBER LEARNING LUNCH SERIES FEATURING DR. KANITTA CHAROENSIRI, D.O., M.B.A., 11. DIRECTOR OF SCHIFFERT HEALTH CENTER – September 29

Administrative Announcements: 
11. GRADUATE STUDENT ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY DISPLAY  CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS  FALL 2023 – 1st posting
12. ARE YOU A PHI BETA KAPPA MEMBER? – 1st posting
13. GRADUATE SCHOOL SEEKING GRADUATE STUDENT TOUR GUIDES – 2nd posting
14. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH – 2nd posting
15. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CAREER WEEK – 2nd posting
16. WRITING AND PUBLISHING HIGH IMPACT JOURNAL ARTICLES TRAINING PROGRAM – 2nd posting
17. TECH TRANSFER BOOTCAMP SERIES- 2nd posting
18. SAIG SHORT COURSE OFFERINGS – 3rd posting

Jobs
19. TECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION INTERN WAGE POSITION – 1st posting
20. DATA AND EVALUATION SUPPORT SPECIALIST GA – 2nd posting
21. SELF ADVOCATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE WAGE OPENINGS – 2nd posting

External Funding Opportunities
22. SIGMA XI GRANT IN AID OF RESEARCH (GIAR) – DEADLINE: October 1, 2023
23. NNSA GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINE: October 2, 2023
24. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARD – DEADLINE: October 20, 2023
25. NNSA MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OPPORTUNITY –  DEADLINE: October 22, 2023
26. 2024 SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINE: November 1, 2023
27. DOE OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH (SCGSR) – DEADLINE: November 8, 2023, 5pm ET
28. VIRGNIA SEA GRANT GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP – DEADLINE: December 8, 2023 – register by December  1, 2023

Volunteers and research participants sought:
29. SEEKING STUDY PARTICPANTS TO BETTER UNDERSTAND AUTISM LANGUAGE PREFERENCES – 1st posting
30. GRANATA BIOMECHANICS LAB RECRUITING FOR RESEARCH STUDY UNDERSTANDING BIOMECHANICAL PERFORMANCE DURING CHILD CARE RELATED ACTIVITIES –1st posting
31. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR TASTE RESEARCH – 2nd posting
32. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH USER STUDY – 3rd posting

Upcoming Events:
33. GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL FAIR  – October 2
34. GHS PANELIST TRAINING WORKSHOPS – October 2
35. APIDA AND INDIGENOUS MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP – October 2
36. BOARD GAMES WITH THE BLUE – October 3
37. HISPANIC/LATINX CONNECT LUNCH – October 4
38. DIVERSITY AND FREE EXPRESSION: CAN THEY CO-EXIST? – October 4
39. TACO TALKS WITH THE DEAN – FREE FOOD – October 5
40. OCTOBER LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING “LOVE IN EXILE”: AROOJ AFTAB, VIJAY IYER, AND SHHZAN ISMALIY – October 7
41. WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY – October 10
42. OMEKA BASICS WORKSHOP – October 12
43. BRIDGING THE GAP: AN INTERGENERATIONAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOP  – October 12
44. PLANNING YOUR POSTDOC OR FIRST FACULTY JOB –  October 16
45. IRB 101 AND PROTOCOL WRITING – IRB SERIES (1st of 2) – October 16
46. HOW TO LAND YOUR FIRST JOB HALF-DAY WORKSHOP -October 20
47. BRIDGING THE GAP: AN INTERGENERATIONAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOP  – October 21
48. VA-WHPC: STUDENT LIGHTNING TALKS – October 31,
49. SAVE THE DATE DIVERSITY CHALLENGE GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE – November 11
50. REGISTRATION OPEN FOR NUTSHELL GAMES-  November 11
51. DOES RACE MATTER IN ACADEMIA – November 16

 0. Ongoing Services – updated 08/28/23    

  • 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) Monday -Friday 9am-4pm. The Graduate School offices will be open 9am – 4pm. Staff will be available by phone 540 231-8636 or email grads@vt.edu.  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 ; GLC drop-in hours in GLC 120/SHIP will be held on Wednesdays 1-4pm beginning September 6, 2023.
  • COOK COUNSELING: Drop-in hours for consultation begin on 8/22. Location is Room 49 at the GLC. Tuesdays 10 am to 12 pm and Fridays 1 to 3 pm. For consultations by Zoom e-mail hkatie19@vt.edu. Students seeking services can schedule a triage appointment by calling 540-231-6557. You may request first available appointment at our Gilbert Place office, or to be seen at the GLC. We also have embedded counselors in Engineering, College of Science, and Pamplin School of Business available. **Please note Cook Counseling’s main office has moved Gilbert Place, 220 Gilbert Street, suite 2400, beginning September 6, 2023.
  • WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/
  • GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573
  • GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENT BOV REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE HOURS Join Graduate and Professional Student Board of Visitors Representative Emily Tirrell for her weekly office hours! Come and learn more about the graduate school, the student senate, the Board of Visitors, and campus resources! Every Monday 9-10am, GLC 36Dor Virtual: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/my/emilytirrell.

1. PROFESSIONALISM AND PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
Monday, September 25, 11am-12pm, Zoom
Professional communication is an important part of the job search process and an important competency for succeeding in your career. This workshop offers tips on professional communication, dress, and more. Register here: https://career.vt.edu/job-search/grad-student-job-search/events-for-grad-students.html.

2. APIDA AND INDIGENOUS QUEER, QUESTIONING, AND ALLIES SUPPORT GROUP
Monday, September 25, 5:30-6:30pm, location will be provided after registration
Join us for the first APIDA and Indigenous Queer, Questioning, and Allies Support Group meeting for the Fall 2023 semester. This meeting will focus on “stress Management as Queer people of color.” Being a student with intersecting identities brings together a unique set of stressors and concerns. Learn strategies to manage them! Light refreshments will be provided. Register here: bit.ly/47JGMps. For questions and/or accommodations, contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu. Cosponsored by: the Pride Center, the APIDA+ Center, The Ati: Wa:oki Indigenous Community Center, Hokie Wellness, Cook Counseling, and the U.S. Department of Education. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjerS4ItqaTnFIks7k1khB0xFURENQSjQyMjVCQjNCUkMyNlVYM0JBS05UNSQlQCN0PWcu.

3. PODCASTING 101 WORKSHOP FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
Monday, September 25, 7-8:30pm, In Arlington (second floor EBC) and via Zoom
Have you ever wondered how to communicate academic ideas to a wider audience using audio? Here is your chance to learn from a pro. Dallas Floer (Senior Production Manager and Producer, Conversations with Tyler and Ideas of India Podcasts, Mercatus Center, George Mason University). Reception in Arlington at 6:45pm. Zoom Link: 849 1906 0089, https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/84919060089. RSVP here for reminders (zoom and Arlington) and for Arlington room headcount. Or RSVP to saift@vt.edu. Questions to event convener, Prof. Patrick Roberts, robertsp@vt.edu.  Sponsored by the VT School of Public and International Affairs

4. WHY ARE LATINOS AND FILIPINOS PRIMOS?
Tuesday, September 26, 5:30-6:30pm, El Centro (309 Squires) and Virtual
A collaboration between El Centro and the APIDA+ Center, this event will explore the similarities between Latino and Filipino cultures looking into topics such as food, family, religion, colonization, and respective histories. Light refreshments will be provided. Register here: bit.ly/45PcTm2
For questions and/or accommodations, please contact Ms. Veronica Montes at vmontes@vt.edu.

5. GRADUATE STUDENT LEARNING CIRCLE
Wednesday, September 27, 3-4pm, GLC room B
The Center for Food Systems and Community Transformation will host monthly learning circles as a space for graduate students at Virginia Tech to foster dialogue, build community, and enhance interdisciplinary professional development skills centered around food systems work. Each learning circle installment will focus discussions on graduate student research presentations and topics relevant to personal and professional development skills. The structure of these learning circles is tailored to build on the knowledge and experience of graduate students in various phases of their academic journey to support collective inquiry and meaningful learning exchange. Future meetings: Last Wednesday of the month; September 27th, October 25th, November 29th, and December 7th. No registration, visit the website for more details: https://foodsystems.centers.vt.edu/learning-circles.html.

6. GLC CAFÉ
Wednesday, September 27 & Thursday, September 28, 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. 

7. FLIP THE FAIR
Thursday, September 28, 8am-2pm, Roanoke Public Library
Join us for Flip the Fair 2023! Flip the Fair is a flipped science fair where graduate students present their research science-fair-style on tri-fold poster boards, and 5th graders judge them! Prizes awarded to the best presenters! This year’s event will be held at the Melrose Branch of the Roanoke Public Library on Sept 28 from 8am-2pm. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/Ft13oF8E6ENMP6446.  Want to participate but don’t have time to do a poster? Sign up to volunteer at the event instead! https://forms.gle/B9fuNKhabHPG2hdr8.  Questions? Contact the organizing team: Gates Palissery: gatespalissery@vt.edu,  Amanda Hensley: amandaah@vt.edu,  Megan Evans: megane97@vt.edu.

8. CANCELED THIS WEEK – KIDS NIGHT OUT FREE CHILDCARE
Thursday, September 28, 6:30-8pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington St., Blacksburg
This week Kids’ Night Out is canceled!  Look for information about  next week’s Kids Night Out in the October 2nd  GLC Weekly or on the Women’s Center webpage (womenscenter.vt.edu) on Monday afternoons. For additional info or questions, please contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu.

9. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOT
Friday, September 29, 10am-2pm, Drillfield
Please wear professional dress attire. BGSO Members are free. Headshots are welcome to anyone who needs them. RSVP here:  https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/9258072.

10. SEPTEMBER LEARNING LUNCH SERIES FEATURING DR. KANITTA CHAROENSIRI, D.O., M.B.A., DIRECTOR OF SCHIFFERT HEALTH CENTER
Friday, September 29, 12-1pm, APIDA+ Center (140) Squires and Virtual
Join us for our September Learning Lunch Series, featuring Dr. Kanitta Charoensiri, D.O., M.B.A., the Director of Schiffert Health Center. Arriving at Virginia Tech from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2004, Dr. Charoensiri now serves as the Director for Schiffert Health Center as well as serves as a member of the Virginia Tech Institutional Review Board and is a surveyor for the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Centers. Register here: bit.ly/45PcTm2. For questions and/or accommodations, please contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu.

11. GRADUATE STUDENT ART AND PHOTOGRAPY DISPLAY  CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS  FALL 2023 – 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. Submissions are limited to three pieces (art and/or photography) per graduate student. All entries must be created by current graduate students. Maximum three (3) entries (artwork and/or photos) per graduate student. Deadline is October 13 by midnight.  For more information and instructions on how to submit your art or photography: https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/Programs/glc-art-and-photo-contest.html.

12. ARE YOU A PHI BETA KAPPA MEMBER? – 1st posting
Virginia Tech was granted a charter for a Phi Beta Kappa chapter on May 8, 1977. The founding president of our chapter was the late Professor Albert Sturm, research professor of political science. We are called the Mu of Virginia Chapter. Mu is the 12th letter of the Greek alphabet, as we are the 12th university or college in the state of Virginia to receive a charter. Please visit our website: https://www.provost.vt.edu/phi_beta_kappa.html If you are a Phi Beta Kappa member, the Mu of Virginia Chapter would be delighted to hear from you!! Please send an email to Ms. Shelia Collins, PBK’s liaison in the Provost’s Office, at shcolli4@vt.edu with any questions or to be added to our listserv!

13. GRADUATE SCHOOL SEEKING GRADUATE STUDENT TOUR GUIDES –2nd posting
The Graduate School is seeking graduate students to serve as tour guides to prospective graduate students for the 2023-24 academic year. Applicants must have good communication skills, an eagerness to share VT with others, familiarity with campus location, and be willing to conduct 2-5 tours a semester.  Tours are typically 1.5 hours. Applicants must also have a current valid driver’s license, though walking tours will also be offered. Tour guides will be provided with training and will receive a small stipend at the end of the year. Please complete the following survey if you are interested in applying for a graduate student tour guide position with the Graduate School. https://forms.gle/hoeDvvRnp1jhaCqG9.  Interviews for these positions will take place in late September. Please contact Carrie Mayer at caduke2@vt.edu if you have questions.

14. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH – 2nd posting
With the Faculty Mentor of the Month program, the Graduate School recognizes and highlights the important role faculty members play in supporting, encouraging, and promoting an affirmative, inclusive scholarly and teaching environment for graduate students. Nominate your faculty advisors, committee members, or other faculty members who have played a significant role in your graduate experience, either in a single noteworthy instance or through continued and consistent support, by completing this nomination form: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/awards/outstanding-mentor-award/Mentor_of_the_Month.html. Nominations are accepted year-round, and a new winner is selected every month. Winners receive a certificate and a small token of our appreciation. Winning faculty mentors are featured on our website and recognized on social media platforms. Contact Monika Gibson at gibsonm@vt.edu with questions.

15. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CAREER WEEK – 2nd posting
September 18 – Co-sponsored by Cranwell International Center and Career and Professional Development. A week dedicated to international undergraduate and graduate students to learn about US F-1 work options and navigating the US job search process. Workshop list – CPT Workshop, 4-5pm ; Interviewing in the U.S; Introduction to F-1 employment Options; Introduction to STEM OPT; Job Searching in the U.S.; OPT Workshop; Immigration Options in Academia, H-1B and other work options after graduation. Visit the website to register and for workshop times and description of each workshop. https://international.vt.edu/programs/international_student_career_week.html.

16. WRITING AND PUBLISHING HIGH IMPACT JOURNAL ARTICLES TRAINING PROGRAM – 2nd posting
The 11-Week Writing & Publishing High Impact Journal Articles training program is targeted to biological or life sciences advanced graduate students, postdocs, and early career researchers passionate about maximizing the likelihood of peer-reviewed publication success for their manuscripts. The weekly course will run from October 2023 through the third week of December 2023 and will include access to a combination of On Demand video modules on Canvas combined with engaging live discussions about the content each week. Registration closes Friday, September 22nd, at midnight. https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/writing-journal-articles-series-fall-2023.

17. TECH TRANSFER BOOTCAMP SERIES- 2nd posting
The Virginia Tech LICENSE: Center for Tech Commercialization will be hosting a workshop series held weekly on Thursdays from 12-1pm, September 21- October 19. These workshops are designed to assist faculty, research staff, and students in understanding the basics of technology transfer. Topics to be covered include the invention disclosure process, inventorship vs. authorship, patenting 101, technology marketing, and licensing. We will also provide tips on working with the LICENSE team to protect and commercialize your inventions and dispel common myths that can hamper those efforts. Enroll here: https://www.vt.edu/link/events/bootcamp.html.

18. SAIG SHORT COURSE OFFERINGS – 3rd posting
Upcoming SAIG (Statistical Applications and Innovations Group) sponsored short course offerings (JMP Courses start 9/12). For more information: https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/?query=SAIG%20.

19. TECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION INTERN WAGE POSTION– 1st posting
We are looking for graduate students with STEM training (i.e. undergrad degree) that have an interest in early stage technology commercialization and intellectual property.  Duties include researching the commercialization potential for faculty inventions and developing marketing strategies to find potential licensees for promising technologies. You will develop a skillset ideal for careers in technology transfer, venture capital, technical consulting, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property. For more information: https://www.vt.edu/link/resources.html. To apply on Handshake: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/stu/jobs/8165508.

20. DATA AND EVALUATION SUPPORT SPECIALIST GA – 2nd posting
The graduate assistant will join a collaborative team in Undergraduate Education to contribute to data-informed activities that improve equity, success, and the quality of the student experience. We seek someone interested and/or experienced in program analytics, program evaluation, and data management. The graduate assistant will work closely and iteratively with faculty and administrators to support their projects through all stages of the data life cycle. Required Qualifications:Database skills, Experience in statistical analysis and graphics (preferably via programming language such as R, Python, SPSS, SAS, etc.), Knowledge of statistics: descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing (two-sample mean/variance test), pivot-tables (chi-square tests), Strong verbal and written communication skills, A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Professional skills including reliability, honesty, courtesy, and integrity. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in building visualizations, Experience in coordinating projects through multiple stages of the data life cycle, Experience working with demographic data and/or surveys. For more information including a complete job description or to apply: https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/postings?page=1&per_page=25&sort_direction=desc&sort_column=default&query=data%20evaluation.

21. SELF ADVOCATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE WAGE OPENINGS – 2nd posting
We are seeking to create a self-advocate advisory committee to advise VTAC/CAR’s director on various research, programs, clinical services, marketing, and communications to help ensure that autistic people and their interests are represented in how VTAC/CAR advances its mission on behalf of the autism community. Outcomes of discussions will directly inform potential center research and related services. Qualifications: Over 18 years old, Identify as being autistic or having a diagnosis on the autism spectrum. https://www.vtcar.science.vt.edu/content/dam/vtcar_science_vt_edu/accepting-applications-for/SelfAdvocateAdvisoryCommitteeDescription8.2023.pdf.

EXTERNAL FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
All external funding opportunities that we are aware of can be found here: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/funding/scholarships-and-fellowships.html.

22. SIGMA XI GRANT IN AID OF RESEARCH (GIAR) – DEADLINE: October 1, 2023
Since 1922, the Sigma Xi Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program has provided undergraduate and graduate students with valuable educational experiences. By encouraging close working relationships between students and mentors, the program promotes scientific excellence and achievement through hands-on learning. Sigma Xi Members: Award amounts for members range from $500 to $5,000 for graduate applicants and $500 to $2,000 for undergraduate applicants. Non-members: Award amounts for non-members, both graduate and undergraduate, are available up to $1,000 https://www.sigmaxi.org/programs/grants-in-aid-of-research.

23. NNSA GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINE: October 2, 2023
Established by Congress in 2000, National Nuclear Security Administration is a semi-autonomous agency within the Department of Energy responsible for enhancing national security through the military application of nuclear science. NNSA maintains and enhances the safety, security, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile; works to reduce the global danger from weapons of mass destruction; provides the U.S. Navy with safe and militarily effective nuclear propulsion; and responds to nuclear and radiological emergencies in the United States and abroad.  The NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) is a 1-year, early-career, leadership program with assignments across the NNSA enterprise. https://www.pnnl.gov/apply-ngfp.
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24. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARD – DEADLINE: October 20, 2023
P.E.O. announces the 2024-2025 highly competitive $ 20,000 Scholar Award scholarship opportunity for women graduate students in doctoral programs. P.E.O. (www.peointernational.org) provides financial aid for women in higher education. ELIGIBILITY: citizen or permanent resident of the United States or Canada; enrolled full time in a doctoral program, on track to complete her degree between April 2026 and August 2027; demonstrates academic excellence with a strong research path (publications, awards, service activities) particularly during the last 12 months, clearly defined career objectives, and showing promise of making a significant contribution to her field. The deadline for applications is October 20, 2023. Please email Sue Bentley, P.E.O. Scholar Awards Chairperson (sueinpilot@gmail.com), a one-to-two-page letter highlighting current work and career goals and a resume, starting with undergraduate school activities and accomplishments. For more information: https://www.peointernational.org/peo-scholar-awards.

25. NNSA MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OPPORTUNITY – DEADLINE: October 22, 2023
Are you looking for a summer or year-long internship to boost your future career opportunities? Apply to join National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA- MSIIP) Class of 2024-2025 today! MSIIP is open to all academic backgrounds. Internships begin on June 3, 2024. Application opens August 1, 2023 and are due by 11:59pm EST, October 22, 2023. For more information: https://orise.orau.gov/NNSA-MSIIP/.  Informational sessions about  NNSA-MSIIP are offered on Zoom: September 7, 14, 21, 28, 2023, and October 5, 12, 19, 2023. Register here: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsdeygpjkvE4GilL6VXS3QHqPcLVTU_Pg.   

26. 2024 SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINE: November 1, 2023
Fellowships are offered to graduate students, predoctoral students, and postdoctoral and senior investigators to conduct independent research utilizing the Smithsonian collections, facilities, and/or staff expertise. Members of the Smithsonian professional research staff serve as advisors and hosts to fellows. Fields of research include animal behavior, ecology, and environmental science, including an emphasis on the tropics; Anthropology, including archaeology, cultural anthropology, linguistics, and physical anthropology; Astrophysics and astronomy; Earth sciences and paleobiology; evolutionary & systematic biology; folklife; History of science and technology; history of art, especially American, contemporary, African, and Asian art, twentieth-century American crafts, and decorative arts; materials research; molecular biology; social and cultural history of the United States. https://fellowships.si.edu/SIFP.

27. DOE OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH (SCGSR) – DEADLINE: November 8, 2023 at 5:00 pm ET
DOE’s Office of Science is now Accepting Applications for Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Awards. The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science is pleased to announce that the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now accepting applications for the 2023 Solicitation 2 cycle. SCGSR application assistance workshop will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM ET.  The first workshop will provide a general overview of the program and the application requirements and will include a time for discussing potential research topics with the program managers; register here: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdu6prD8vHPF3KpL1C0P2s9y4uz044HI.

28. VIRGINIA SEA GRANT GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP – DEADLINE: Registration December 1, 2023, 11:59 PM EST. Application Deadline is December 8, 2023, 11:59 PM EST
Gain Hands-On Experience Working With A Professional Mentor. Graduate Fellows address issues relevant to Virginia communities and of importance to coastal and marine resources – including but not limited to: natural or social sciences, engineering and design, policy and legal analysis, architecture, business, education, arts and humanities, etc. The fellowship builds skills and competencies through professional development training and provides hands-on experience in translating research results to stakeholders through a professional mentor.  The fellowship provides up to $40,000 per year for two years and professional development opportunities. VASG expects to fund up to eight fellowships for the 2024–2026 academic years. For more information: https://vaseagrant.org/graduate-fellowships/.

29. SEEKING STUDY PARTICPANTS TO BETTER UNDERSTAND AUTISM LANGUAGE PREFERENCES – 1st posting
We are seeking autistic adults or their caregivers as volunteer research participants to complete an anonymous online survey about their language use preferences about autistic identities! This is an unpaid research opportunity that involves online questionnaires, and should take up to 45 minutes total. Participant qualifications: be at least 18 years old,  be able to provide informed consent, identify as autistic/having autism or as a caregiver of an autistic adult. Qualifications: Be able to read English. For more information: https://www.vtcar.science.vt.edu/clinical-services/find-study.html.   Email Naomi at vtautismcenter@vt.edu to complete the screening questions! Completing the screening questions does not mean that you are a research participant.

30. 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 on effects of lifting and loading a portable car seat in women 6 to 12 months postpartum, compared to women having never been pregnant (protocol number 22-1085). Study involves a single 2 hour visit with questionnaires, six clinical assessments, and lifting and loading conditions, of a 33 lb. portable car seat, as your movements are tracked. Participants must be 18 – 35 years old, not be currently pregnant, not been diagnosed with; a postural stability condition that affects balance, a neurologic disorder, not sustained an injury in the last two months that limited physical activity for more than two days, have not had a serious leg injury/surgery, and can perform tasks of loading and lifting. Eligible participants need to have given birth in the last 6 months to 1 year, had a vaginal delivery, and have not experienced a grade 4 perineal tear. Participants will have their choice of a Fire Tv Stick or Echo Dot 3rd Gen for their time and effort upon completing the study. For more information contact Theresa Libera: theresal@vt.edu.

31. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR TASTE RESEARCH – 2nd posting
The Center for Health Behavior Research at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech Carilion, located in Roanoke, is conducting a 5 week research study in which participants will taste several flavors, drink flavored beverages, and have their blood sugar levels measured. Participants will be compensated up to $340. Participant qualifications: 18-45 years old, healthy, does not abuse substances. Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/donnutsurvey. IRB #19-927

32. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A VIRTUAL REALITY RESEARCH USER STUDY –3rd  posting
The 3D Interaction (3DI) group is inviting you to participate in a research study with virtual reality (VR) technologies. Our team is investigating the effectiveness of different 3D manipulation techniques in virtual reality. The study will make use of state-of-the-art VR technologies such as the Meta Quest 2 VR headset. Participants in the study will come to the Gilbert Place, Room 3215, 220 Gilbert Street, Blacksburg, VA 24060. Participants will try out several 3D manipulation techniques while standing or moving around in an indoor area, and will be surveyed about these techniques. The entire experimental session will take at most 60 minutes. The 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 yet unfortunately), and do not self-identify as having more than a normal level of hand tremor. For more information: Cherelle Connor cconnor22@edu.vt.

33. GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL FAIR
Monday, October 2, 11am-3pm, Commonwealth Ballroom
Are you interested in pursuing or continuing graduate or professional school? Consider attending the Graduate and Professional School Fair happening on Monday, October 2nd from 11-3pm in the Commonwealth Ballroom. Representatives from over 30 programs including but not limited to MBA, PharmD, Computer Science, Nursing, and Engineering will be present! Come take this opportunity to speak with recruiters about their programs to learn what life at their institution will be like, how you can make your application really stand out, what sets them apart from other programs, and more! If you are interested in attending, please fill out this registration form so we can keep track of and plan for the number of attendants: https://forms.gle/Fv8QDj96p4VBM8gJ6.

34. GHS PANELIST TRAINING WORKSHOPS
Monday, October 2, 12-1pm Zoom and Tuesday October 24, 12-1 GLC room D; lunch providedThe Graduate Honor System relies on trained faculty and graduate students to hear academic integrity violation cases. It takes a one-hour training to become a panelist, after which you can serve on preliminary review and review panels. Become a panelist to help review cases, actively contribute to the ongoing conversation about standards of academic integrity, and build your skills and resume! Lunch will be provided at the in person session on October 24. Please indicate your interest in attending either of the upcoming trainings by completing this short registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfm0Y93Xd-yaShDS-fc62wjuoAjDTVC47kbs8WHw2FYfh7jMQ/viewform.

35. APIDA AND INDIGENOUS MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP
Monday, October 2, 4-5pm, APIDA+ Center , 140 Squires and Virtual
Join us for October’s APIDA and Indigenous Mental Health Support Group. This meeting will
focus on positive psychology. Delve into how focusing on the positive parts of life can help bring out the best in us! Light refreshments will be provided. Register here: http://bit.ly/456zE49. For questions and/or accommodations, contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu.

36. BOARD GAMES WITH THE BLUE
Tuesday, October 3, 6-7:30, GLC Multipurpose Room
Come learn more about the Virginia Tech Police Department while playing board games and enjoying pizza with friends and VTPD officers! Games & Pizza Provided Partnered Event with Virginia Tech Police Department. Register here: https://forms.gle/b3qHggx4AjBtEpsv7.

37. HISPANIC/LATINX CONNECT LUNCH
Wednesday, October 4, 12-1pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Join the Graduate School’s office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Strategic Partnerships in collaboration with El Centro for the Hispanic/LatinX Connect Lunch! Gather with various racial/ethnic minorities, sexual/gender minorities, and others to highlight the Hispanic and LatinX communities at Virginia Tech. Student group leaders, faculty/staff mentors, and community allies are invited! Lunch will be provided for attendees. Registration is required. Please indicate your attendance here: https://applyto.graduateschool.vt.edu/register/LatinXConnect23. Questions? Please contact Catherine Cotrupi, PhD at ordi@vt.edu.

38. DIVERSITY AND FREE EXPRESSION: CAN THEY CO-EXIST?
Wednesday, October 4, 7-8:30pm, Commonwealth Ballroom A
Join us for a discussion and open conversation on the relationship between diversity and free inquiry. Can the university hold twin commitments that often seem to conflict with one another? Or do they? Panelists include Dr Ellington Graves, Interim Senior Associate Vice Provost, Office for Inclusion and Diversity, and Dr Mike Weaver, Executive Director of the Bradley Study Center. Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/XgpCDoRnzg91edvP9. 

39. TACO TALKS WITH THE DEAN – FREE FOOD
Thursday, October 5, 12-1:15pm, GLC Room B
Take this opportunity to meet Dean Surprenant and share ideas, opinions, and thoughts about everything from graduate student life and university function to how great being a dog owner is.

40. OCTOBER LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING “LOVE IN EXILE”: AROOJ AFTAB, VIJAY IYER, AND SHHZAN ISMALIY – Saturday, October 7, 2:30-3:30pm, APIDA+ Center 140 Squires and Virtual
Three extremely talented and accomplished musicians, Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, and Shahzad
Ismaliy collaborate in their album Love in Exile, mixing their different styles and distinct backgrounds, creating a truly surreal listening experience. Join us for our October Learning Lunch Series as they come and talk to us before their performance at Moss Art Center later that day. Light refreshments will be provided. Register here: http://bit.ly/apida-lunch  . For questions and/or accommodations, contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu.

41. WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
Tuesday, October 10, 12-6pm, Newman 207 A
Join Hokie Wellness in celebrating World Mental Health Day this year with dedicated space and time for self-care activities. Choose your own adventure and engage in one or several of our activities including coloring, mindfulness, chair yoga, painting, and more! Hang out with VT Therapy dogs (Josie, Derek, and Epcot) from 1:00-2:00pm. Enjoy some free tea and engage in meaningful discussions with peers and Hokie Wellness staff. We encourage you to stop by even for a few minutes to prioritize some free self-care activities and get some resources for World Mental Health Day!

42. OMEKA BASICS WORKSHOP
Thursday, October 12, 1-4pm, 3310 Torg Bridge and Virtual
Kira Dietz and Corinne Guimont will be teaching a 3-hour workshop on using Omeka for digital scholarship projects and exhibits. Participants will learn the basics of Omeka terminology, as well as how to create metadata, upload items, manage multiple users, and use themes and plugins. In addition, participants will explore copyright for content and hosting options for Omeka. The workshop will take place on October 12 from 1-4p, and will be offered both in-person and online. Please register here https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/11216672.  If you are a Virginia Tech faculty/staff member or a graduate student and you wish to take the class for PDN credit, please register through the PDN site https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/browse/teachingandlearning/courses/lib76-101223.

43. BRIDGING THE GAP: AN INTERGENERATIONAL THEATRE WORKSHOP
Thursday, October 12, 3-4:30 pm, Warm Hearth Village 2387 Warm Hearth Dr., Blacksburg Through collaborative, hands-on activities, college-aged students and older adults are invited to spend the afternoon co-creating through the art of storytelling. By listening to and sharing personal stories, participants will work together with people from another generation to craft a new, original story. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/685098697647?aff=oddtdtcreator.

44. PLANNING YOUR POSTDOC OR FIRST FACULTY JOB
Monday, October 16, 12-1pm, Online
Master Your Future is a series of professional development workshops designed to help students  successfully navigate graduate school and their professional development. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uce-qrD8iHdSTgH0NjWuJ0-oYFLHc3eMS.

45. IRB 101 AND PROTOCOL WRITING – IRB SERIES (1st of 2)
Monday, October 16, 1-3pm, Zoom
If you are new to IRB or just need a refresher course on what IRB is all about, join us to learn from the Virginia Tech IRB professionals. The first part of the presentation will include the essentials of the IRB in this IRB 101 presentation, including: a brief overview of the IRB, the IRB’s crucial role to conducting research at Virginia Tech, and how to get started working with the IRB. The second part of this presentation will focus on protocol writing, including: a brief introduction to research protocols, how to integrate both a thorough description of the procedures and methods with ethical considerations of the research plan in the protocol, and incorporating ethics with an understanding of the principles outlined in the Belmont Report. Registration Link: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/irbseries1

46. HOW TO LAND YOUR FIRST JOB HALF-DAY WORKSHOP
Friday, October 20, 12:30-5pm, North End Training Center room 2420
In this half-day workshop, we will look at how your scientific/technical skills combined with your business skills and social skills together make up the three identities that define your brand. We will also learn how to reframe your past experiences using business language valued by hiring managers. In addition, we will discuss how to build and leverage your network to develop advocates that can get your targeted resume on the hiring manager’s desk. Finally, we will discuss the interview process itself and how to prepare so that you demonstrate why you are the best qualified candidate for the job. All attendees will receive a permanent license to SciPhD’s web-application Flamingo, that will guide you in finding jobs, analyzing the job ads to identify the critical technical, business, and social skills expected by an employer, and even generate a draft targeted resume. For more information or to register:https://www.research.vt.edu/about/postdoctoral-associates/postdoctoral-events-programs/2023/how-to-land-your-first-job-half-day-workshop.html.

47. BRIDGING THE GAP: AN INTERGENERATIONAL THEATRE WORKSHOP
Saturday October 21, 10-11:30am, Christiansburg Recreation Center 1600 N Franklin St., Christiansburg
Through collaborative, hands-on activities, college-aged students and older adults are invited to spend the afternoon co-creating through the art of storytelling. By listening to and sharing personal stories, participants will work together with people from another generation to craft a new, original story. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/685045287897?aff=oddtdtcreator.

48. VA-WHPC: STUDENT LIGHTNING TALKS
Tuesday, October 31, 1pm, Zoom
VA-WHPC will be hosting 10-12 students as they give lightning talks on their research to members of the HPC community from across Virginia. Interested in giving a lightning talk? You’ll get 3 minutes and 1-2 slides to tell us all about your research. Don’t miss this chance to practice your presentation skills and share your research with a diverse audience! Send us the title of your presentation before September 29! Sign up to give a talk: https://forms.gle/7M1ULH8x59RD9fUbA. Stay tuned for a zoom registration link for the event!

49. SAVE THE DATE DIVERSITY CHALLENGE GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE
Saturday, November 11, 9am-5pm, Virtual
A free, virtual event for graduate students to present their work and engage in discussion, community, and mentoring with leading scholars. Graduate students are encouraged to submit proposals for poster presentations, individual research papers, and symposia focused on various aspects of race, racism, anti-racism, and racial trauma. The symposia proposals should represent a collection of 3 presentations centered on a unifying theme and can comprise both research and conceptual presentations. Register here:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2vaBPzifP1iQmol2987JzLLYv4zYbTx99E7pA06991g2EdQ/viewform.

50. REGISTRATION OPEN FOR NUTSHELL GAMES
Saturday, November 11, 4:30-6:30pm, Moss Arts Center
Attention all graduate researchers! Do you want to share your research with the world? Do you want an opportunity to win $500? Registration is open for the Nutshell Games, the fun and fast-paced presentation competition hosted by the Center for Communicating Science. Five winners will each receive a prize of $500 in professional development funds. We can only accommodate 30 researchers to give talks, so register soon at this link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrOENPvHhkn58d236PCgdDa9dL31CkxDMuOOytc3Eck1qmEQ/viewform?usp=sharing.

51. DOES RACE MATTER IN ACADEMIA
Monday, November 13, 12-1pm, Online
Master Your Future is a series of professional development workshops designed to help students successfully navigate graduate school and their professional development. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uce-qrD8iHdSTgH0NjWuJ0-oYFLHc3eMS.

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