This Week’s Events:
0. Ongoing Services – updated 8/22/23
1. DISCUSSION: WINONA LADUKE “THE NEXT ENERGY ECONOMY”
2. WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
3. TRANSLATING YOUR EXPEREINCES INTO WRITING: TEACHING AND RESEARCH STATEMENTS
4. CHINESE RESTAURANTS: ARGENTINA
5. FREE DANCE WORKSHOP WITH GARAGE DANCE ENSEMBLE
6. GRAD SOCIETY OF HISPANIC PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS (GRADSHPE) COMMUNICATION SKILLS WORKSHOP
7. GET YOUR FLU SHOT ON OCTOBER 11
8. READ QUEER BOOK FAIR
9. VIRTUAL CONNECTION JOB FAIR
10. CAREER ADVISING DROP IN HOURS IN GLC
11. LITERATURE REVIEWS AND DATABASE SEARCHING FOR ANIMAL & LIFE SCIENCES
12. GLC CAFÉ
13. INFO SESSION: PAMPLIN’S ONE-YEAR MASTER’S IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS (MSBA)
14. VIGIL FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORIST ATTACK IN ISRAEL
15. PERFORMANCE: GARAGE DANCE ENSEMBLE
16. OMEKA BASICS WORKSHOP
17. BRIDGING THE GAP: AN INTERGENERATIONAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOP
18. KIDS NIGHT OUT FREE CHILDCARE
19. DCAP: GARAGE DANCE ENSEMBLE
20. NIGHTIME GUIDED MEDITATION WITH VIVEK RAJAN
21. APID ALUMNI SOCIETY: ALUMNI & STUDENT MEET & GREET
22. APID ALUMNI SOCIETY: INCLUSIVE ALUMNI SOCIETIES
23. APID ALUMNI ASSOCIATION TAILGATE: INCLUSIVE ALUMNI
Administrative Announcements:
24. DIVERSITY SCHOLARS INFO SESSIONS – 1st posting
25. GRADUATE STUDENT SPEAKERS NEEDED FOR FALL COMMENCEMENT – 1st posting
26. ASPECT STUDENT CONFERENCE CALL FOR PAPERS – 1st posting
27. SPIA GRAD STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITY – 1st posting
28. SURVEY ON THE VT SHARED GOVERNANCE SYSTEM – 2nd posting
29. GRADUATE STUDENT ART AND PHOTOGRAPY DISPLAY CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FALL 2023 – 3rd posting
30. ARE YOU A PHI BETA KAPPA MEMBER? – 3rd posting
Jobs:
31. GRA ON NSF GCR PROJECT – 2nd posting
32. TECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION INTERN WAGE POSITION – 3rd posting
External Funding Opportunities:
33. P.E.O. SCHOLAR AWARD – DEADLINE: October 20, 2023
34. NNSA MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OPPORTUNITY
35. 2024 SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM – DEADLINE: November 1, 2023
36. DOE OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH (SCGSR) – DEADLINE: November 8, 2023, 5pm ET
37. VIRGNIA SEA GRANT GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP – DEADLINE: December 8, 2023 – register by December 1, 2023
Volunteers and research participants sought:
38. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES ATTITUDES STUDY – 1st posting
39. OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT THE VT LEARN LAB: CONNECTING MATH AND READING (FOR 3RD, 4TH, 5TH, & 6TH) – 1st posting
40. MOVEMENT COLLABORATORS NEEDED FOR INTERACTIVE INSTALLATION – 1st posting
41. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CAREGIVER STRESS AND COGNITION – 2nd posting
42. SPANISH SPEAKING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR AN OUTREACH EVENT – 2nd posting
43. CAP LAB AT VIRGINIA TECH IS RECRUITING INFANT SCIENTISTS – 2nd posting
44. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AUTOPRINT EVALUATION – 2nd posting
45. SEEKING STUDY PARTICPANTS TO BETTER UNDERSTAND AUTISM LANGUAGE PREFERENCES – 3rd posting
46. GRANATA BIOMECHANICS LAB RECRUITING FOR RESEARCH STUDY UNDERSTANDING BIOMECHANICAL PERFORMANCE DURING CHILD CARE RELATED ACTIVITIES – 3rd posting
Upcoming Events:
47. PLANNING YOUR POSTDOC OR FIRST FACULTY JOB – October 16
48. IRB 101 AND PROTOCOL WRITING – IRB SERIES (1st of 2) – October 16
49. NETWORKING AND LINKED IN – October 17
50. PARENT SUPPORT LUNCH – October 18
51. GRADUATE WELLNESS SERIES – HELPING FRIENDS IN DISTRESS – October 18
52. FIRST GENERATION STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH – October 19
53. UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR LEARNING DAY – October 20
54. HOW TO LAND YOUR FIRST JOB HALF-DAY WORKSHOP -October 20
55. BRIDGING THE GAP: AN INTERGENERATIONAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOP – October 21
56. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION PICKUP BASKETBALL – October 21
57. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION RESUME REVIEW AND WRITING WORKSHOP – October 23
58. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION GENERAL BODY MEETING – October 23
59. INFO SESSION: PAMPLIN’S ONE-YEAR MASTER’S IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS (MSBA-BA) – October 25
60. DCAP: PINK MARTINI – October 27
61. VA-WHPC: STUDENT LIGHTNING TALKS – October 31
62. STARTING YOUR ETD – FORMATTING TIPS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – November 6
63. SAVE THE DATE DIVERSITY CHALLENGE GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE – November 11
64. REGISTRATION OPEN FOR NUTSHELL GAMES- November 11
65. 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-4 pm. 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 36D or Virtual: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/my/emilytirrell.
1. DISCUSSION: WINONA LADUKE “THE NEXT ENERGY ECONOMY”
Monday, October 9, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
A Native American activist, Harvard-educated economist, and author, Winona LaDuke has devoted her life to advocating for Indigenous people’s rights and environmental justice. Living on the White Earth Reservations, the grassroots organizer is an Anishinaabekwe (Ojibwe) member of the Mississippi Band Anishinaabeg and was a leader of the 2016 Dakota Access Pipeline protests to protect water access and sacred Indigenous lands in North Dakota. 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. Co-sponsored by the Virginia Tech Office of Inclusion and Diversity and Ati: Wa:oki Indigenous Community Center. https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/winona-laduke.html.
2. 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!
3. TRANSLATING YOUR EXPEREINCES INTO WRITING: TEACHING AND RESEARCH STATEMENTS
Tuesday, October 10, 3-4pm, Zoom
This workshop will discuss the purpose of these statements and introduce practical steps for getting started in the writing process. Participants will have the opportunity to review sample statements and discuss content and formatting options. Register on Handshake or find more information here https://career.vt.edu/job-search/grad-student-job-search/events-for-grad-students.html.
4. CHINESE RESTAURANTS: ARGENTINA
Tuesday, October 10, 5:30-6:30pm, El Centro (309 Squires)
Join us to watch and discuss “Chinese Restaurants: Latin Passions,” a documentary on Chinese restaurants throughout Latin America. We will be watching an episode centered on Argentina. Light refreshments will be provided. For questions or accommodations, please contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu.
5. FREE DANCE WORKSHOP WITH GARAGE DANCE ENSEMBLE
Tuesday, October 10, 6pm, CUBE at the Moss Arts Center
Join members of Garage Dance Ensemble for this session focused on dance technique, rooted in the company’s unique practice of “give and take” and open to all experience levels. Visiting the U.S. for the first time from their home in the Namaqualand (Northern Cape) region of South Africa, the ensemble makes art meant to merge and reflect its community. It’s immediate and raw, filled with passionate presence and clear, expressive movement. When you watch the dancers, you’re witnessing embodied thought and feeling. Co-sponsored by the Black Cultural Center. For more information and to register: https://artscenter.vt.edu/experiences/garage-dance-ensemble-workshop.html.
6. GRAD SOCIETY OF HISPANIC PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS (GRADSHPE) COMMUNICATION SKILLS WORKSHOP
Tuesday, October 10, 6:30-7:30pm, GLC room B
Join us and our guest speaker for a presentation skills workshop, tailored towards communicating research. https://www.instagram.com/shpe_vt.
7. GET YOUR FLU SHOT ON OCTOBER 11TH
Wednesday, October 11, 10am-6pm, Owens Hall- Owens Ballroom
Students, Faculty, Staff, and the local community are welcome to attend the walk-in flu shot clinic hosted by Schiffert Health Center. Blacksburg Pharmacy will be providing flu vaccine and the new COVID-19 booster*. Bring your insurance card or pay via cash or credit card. More details are available on the Schiffert website: https://healthcenter.vt.edu/. More information: https://healthcenter.vt.edu/common_health_concerns/cold_flu/flu_vaccine.html.
8. READ QUEER BOOK FAIR
Wednesday, October 11 and Thursday October 12, 12-4pm Newman Library Multipurpose Room
As part of LGBTQ+ History Month, the Pride Center and University Libraries are hosting a book fair to highlight queer books in the library’s popular reading collection. Books will be available for check out and additional swag will be available. The fair will be open on Wednesday, October 11th from 12:00 to 4:00 pm and on Thursday, October 12th from 11:00am to 4:00pm
9. VIRTUAL CONNECTION JOB FAIR
Wednesday, October 11, 10am-4pm, Virtual
Are you looking for a co-op or full time position? Employers from multiple industries will be in attendance at this career fair. Register here: https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/42196?ref=events-search.
10. CAREER ADVISING DROP IN HOURS IN GLC
Wednesday, October 11, 1-4pm, GLC 120
Career Advising drop in hours in the GLC will be canceled this week only. You are invited to schedule a career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html.
11. LITERATURE REVIEWS AND DATABASE SEARCHING FOR ANIMAL & LIFE SCIENCES
Wednesday, October 11, 2:30-3:45, 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 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://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/10939650.
12. GLC CAFÉ
Wednesday, October 11 and Thursday, October 12, 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.
13. INFO SESSION: PAMPLIN’S ONE-YEAR MASTER’S IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS (MSBA-BA)
Wednesday, October 11 and October 25, 6-7pm, Virtual
Want more skills and experience before starting your career? Get a Master’s Degree in Business Analytics from Pamplin in just one year! Join the Center for Business Analytics for an online info session Wednesday, October 11th at 6pm for more about the MSBA-BA program. We consider applicants from any major. Apply by Nov. 1st to receive full consideration; later applicants will be considered as space permits. The final application deadline is Feb. 1 for international students, Mar. 1 for domestic. Learn more about the program at https://cba.pamplin.vt.edu/grads/masters.html and attend one of our upcoming info sessions to hear from program leadership: Wed. Oct. 11th at 6pm or Wed. Oct. 25th at 6pm. RSVP at https://cba.pamplin.vt.edu/events/info_sessions.html.
14. VIGIL FOR VICTIMS OF TERRORIST ATTACK IN ISRAEL
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:30-8:30 pm, Hillel at Virginia Tech, 710 Toms Creek Rd, Blacksburg, VA 24060 and Virtual/Zoom
In solidarity with the people of Israel and our community, Hokies for Israel, in collaboration with Hillel at Virginia Tech, are holding a vigil (in person and virtually) to commemorate the victims of the terrorist attack in Israel on Oct 7. This vigil is for anyone who is affected or wants to show support for the people who are suffering or have died. Please sign up via the following link: https://forms.gle/K7Cpmsp6ekWzfTEm8. Submitted by graduate student Amir Gazar.
15. PERFORMANCE: GARAGE DANCE ENSEMBLE
Wednesday, October 11, 9pm, Moss Arts Center
Garage Dance Ensemble brings this deeply personal and socially charged contemporary dance-theatre work named for krummelpap, a South African comfort food similar to American grits. Featuring an uncompromising text by award-winning poet Ronelda Kamfer, the movement captures the personal and political circumstances and aspirations of the people of South Africa’s former mining community, Namaqualand. 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.” For more information: https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/garage-dance-ensemble.html.
16. 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.
17. 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.
18. KIDS NIGHT OUT FREE CHILDCARE
Thursday, October 12, 6:30-8pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington St., Blacksburg
Look for information about Kids Night Out on the Women’s Center webpage https://www.womenscenter.vt.edu/ on Monday afternoons. Sign up link here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AAAAC28A31-45027254-kids For additional info or questions, please contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu.
19. DCAP: GARAGE DANCE ENSEMBLE
Thursday, October 12, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
The Dean’s Cultural Awareness Program provides students with tickets for performances through a lottery system. The next event is the Garage Dance Ensemble, a contemporary dance-theatre group that combines stark poetry and powerful movement showcasing the company’s unique approach to tell the stories of young people reckoning with the stigmas, violence, and rage of a damaged and disenfranchised community. This event takes place at the Moss Arts Center on Thursday, October 12th at 7:30pm. Register here for your chance to win: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/GarageDanceEnsemble. Randomly selected students will receive information on next steps. You must be able to provide a valid Hokie Passport. Only one entry per student per performance. If you have questions, please email disp@vt.edu.
20. NIGHTIME GUIDED MEDITATION WITH VIVEK RAJAN
Thursday, October 12, 8:00pm, 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/45RKHi2 For questions or accommodations, please contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu.
21. APID ALUMNI SOCIETY: ALUMNI & STUDENT MEET & GREET
Friday, October 13, 2:30-4:30pm, APIDA+ CENTER (140 SQUIRES)
Come and talk to APIDA alumni at the APIDA+ Center open house! This is a great chance to expand your network and get tips from those that studied here before you. Check out other events from the Inclusive Alumni Societies Homecoming Calendar: https://bit.ly/48rrYft. For questions or accommodations, please contact Dr. Nina Ha at nha@vt.edu.
22. APID ALUMNI SOCIETY: INCLUSIVE ALUMNI SOCIETIES
Friday, October 13, 6:30-8:30pm, Alumni Mall
Interested in watching the Homecoming parade? Come and join the Inclusive Alumni Societies at their parade watch tent at the alumni mall! It is free to attend, and dinner is provided with registration! Please make sure to register since dinner is limited for up to 100 people. Check out other events from the Inclusive Alumni Societies Homecoming Calendar: https://bit.ly/48rrYft.
23. APID ALUMNI ASSOCIATION TAILGATE: INCLUSIVE ALUMNI
Saturday, October 14, 12pm, Holtzman Alumni Center
Interested in a tailgate? Come join the Inclusive Alumni Societies four hours before kickoff for food, drinks, games, music, and groups represented from across campus. Register here: https://aimsbbis.vt.edu/inclusivesocietieshoco23. Advance sign up is $10 and $15 day of. Children under 12 are free! $5 of each registration is a gift to Virginia Tech Athletics’ Keep Jumping campaign which helps support student athletes. Check out other events from the Inclusive Alumni Societies Homecoming Calendar: https://bit.ly/48rrYft.
24. DIVERSITY SCHOLARS INFO SESSIONS – 1st posting
Virtual info sessions will be held on Monday, October 30 2pm-3pm and Tuesday, October 31 12pm-1pm. Diversity Scholars propose, design, and implement projects that enhance the quality of life at Virginia Tech. They are graduate students who specialize in and advocate for the awareness, knowledge, and skills associated with diversity and inclusion in the Graduate School and greater community. These projects can take many forms and can be specific to a particular curriculum or department, or it can be more global. To learn more about the program and the application process, please register for one of our virtual information sessions: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/DiversityScholarsInfoSession2023. For additional information, email the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Strategic Partnerships at DISP@vt.edu.
25. GRADUATE STUDENT SPEAKERS NEEDED FOR FALL COMMENCEMENT – 1st posting
The Graduate School is seeking 1-3 graduate student speakers for the Fall 2023 Graduate Commencement Ceremony on Friday, December 15, 2:30pm, at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia. The speeches are modeled after the talks at the Center for Communicating Science’s Nutshell Games, with individual speeches lasting about 90 seconds. Student speakers share a brief experience of their own that depicts graduate student life as they experience(d) it. Students at all campuses may apply; speakers must give their speech in-person in Blacksburg at commencement on December 15. If you are interested in being considered for this role, please complete this form by Friday, October 27, 2023: https://forms.gle/6ogGUuvoCzWxot1L7.
26. ASPECT STUDENT CONFERENCE CALL FOR PAPERS – 1st posting
The student planning committee is pleased to share the Call for Papers for the 2024 ASPECT Student Conference to be held on March 21 and 22, 2024. The conference theme, Reimagine Relationality, invites submissions from a wide range of approaches to key questions about how relationships shape our world and ourselves. The committee welcomes any and all submissions from graduate students, as the interdisciplinary nature of ASPECT champions a variety of approaches to these pertinent and provocative questions. Thank you in advance for your support of the conference. In the meantime, should you have any questions or desire further information about the ASPECT conference or program, please contact us at aspectconferencevt@gmail.com.
27. SPIA GRAD STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITY – 1st posting
Join Dr. Sabith Khan in Oaxaca, Mexico this January for a 3-credit hour winter course, SPIA 5954 – Migration and Remittances as the Forces Binding Mexico and the United States. The application deadline is upcoming on October 12th. More information can be found on the program’s website. https://sa.globaleducation.vt.edu/?go=SPIAMigration.
28. SURVEY ON THE VT SHARED GOVERNANCE SYSTEM – 2nd posting
The University Council Cabinet would appreciate your feedback through our online survey about Virginia Tech’s shared governance system. Your input will be used to help gauge how informed the university community is about what is happening in the governance system and whether our students, faculty, and staff feel they know how to become involved in one of the shared governance bodies or to make their voices heard by communicating ideas or concerns to the appropriate office or governance body. All responses will remain confidential and secure. Survey results will be reported to the cabinet in the aggregate without any personally identifying information. We have contracted with QuestionPro, an independent research firm, to field your confidential survey responses. Please click on this link to complete the survey: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AXO8nZxoYb by October 16. Thank you in advance for your valuable insights.
29. GRADUATE STUDENT ART AND PHOTOGRAPY DISPLAY CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FALL 2023 – 3rd 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.
30. ARE YOU A PHI BETA KAPPA MEMBER? – 3rd 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!
31. GRA ON NSF GCR PROJECT – 2nd posting
Seeking a highly motivated, collaborative graduate student to work on a National Science Foundation Growing Convergence Research (NSF-GCR) project on inland freshwater salinization. With the Occoquan Reservoir in Northern Virginia as its test bed, this NSF GCR project aims to understand the various sources of freshwater salinization and catalyze stakeholder-driven management strategies to address freshwater salinization. More information on the project here: https://salt.cee.vt.edu. Join a highly collaborative multi-institutional team of faculty, students, and stakeholders. Individuals with interests in sustainability, collaborative governance, and transdisciplinary research are encouraged to apply. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (STEM, Social Sciences, or Humanities), background in sustainability, environmental science, or environmental policy is desirable; interest in cross-disciplinary, community-engaged research; excellent written and oral communication skills; experience with quantitative/qualitative data collection and analysis; ability to meet deadlines; desire to work as part of a highly collaborative team; creative mindset and approach to research. Email your: CV; cover letter; a writing sample; two references to shalini@vt.edu.
32. TECHNOLOGY COMMERCIALIZATION INTERN WAGE POSTION– 3rd 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/816550.
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.
33. 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.
34. 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.
35. 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.
36. 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.
37. 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/.
38. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES ATTITUDES STUDY – 1st posting
I am conducting research for my OMALS project and report on ‘Agricultural Practices Attitudes and Perceived Risk’ (IRB#23-753), under the supervision of Laura Strawn, Department of Food Science and Technology. I would appreciate your feedback in our online survey. All responses will remain confidential and secure. Thank you in advance for your valuable insights. We have contracted with QuestionPro, an independent research firm, to field your confidential and anonymous survey responses. Please click on this link to complete the survey: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AYf81ZzjlH. All individuals over the age of 18 are encouraged to take this survey
39. OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT THE VT LEARN LAB: CONNECTING MATH AND READING (FOR 3RD, 4TH, 5TH, & 6TH) – 1st posting
The research study “Connecting Math and Reading” is approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB Protocol #21-669). The project aims to better understand children’s cognitive development and examine associations among children’s different math and vocabulary skills. Children in 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade are eligible to participate. You will be compensated $15 for your time and effort, and your child will receive some small prizes during the ~45-50 minute session. If you are interested in more information, please visit https://bit.ly/VTMathandReading to view detailed information and schedule your one-time visit to campus (Wallace Hall). If you have any additional questions, please contact the research team directly, Dr. Caroline Hornburg, learnlab@vt.edu, 540-231-2664. https://bit.ly/VTMathandReading .
40. MOVEMENT COLLABORATORS NEEDED FOR INTERACTIVE INSTALLATION – 1st posting
An interactive immersive installation around Hindu Lord Krishna will be installed in the Cube in May, 2024. I am looking for dance/movement collaborators for the same. You will be given a series of Indian classical dance postures to mimic and will be asked to dance/move from one posture to the next as you deem fit. You will be required to wear a motion capture suit and your movement will be recorded and then translated onto digital bodies for the final exhibition. Kathak or other dance/ freestyle movement experience appreciated, not required. Contact: Harshal Pilania harshal@vt.edu.
41. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CAREGIVER STRESS AND COGNITION –2nd posting
The goal of this study is to investigate the relationship between caregiving and cognitive function in middle-aged and older adult caregivers. You will be asked questions about your caregiving experience and physical health, and you will be asked to participate in a cognitive attention task. During your session, you will be asked to wear a blood pressure monitor, a sensor that measures your pulse, and a device that measures blood oxygenation levels in the frontal lobe of your brain. This device is noninvasive and resembles a headband that rests against your forehead. This session is estimated to take 60-90 minutes and will be conducted at the CAATS lab space located at 1880 Pratt Drive in Blacksburg, Virginia. Participants must: be 50+ years old; are a current caregiver for an older adult (65+ years old); are not currently diagnosed with any cardiovascular or respiratory conditions (Hypertension/High Blood Pressure is OK); are not currently diagnosed with a brain condition or cognitive disorder. Compensation: $30 Mastercard Gift Card. For more information contact: Kate Singer at: caatslab@gmail.com.
42. SPANISH SPEAKING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR AN OUTREACH EVENT – 2nd posting
Kids’ Tech University is hosting an outreach event on December 2nd to be held at the Fralin Life Science Institute. The all-Spanish STEM event focuses on children ages 8 – 12. We are looking for undergraduate and graduate Spanish-speaking volunteers to help walk families to lunch (on campus) and to help run an activity booth in Spanish. Volunteers will receive training. Lunch is provided. For more information contact: Fiorella at fioremm4@vt.edu.
43. CAP LAB AT VIRGINIA TECH IS RECRUITING INFANT SCIENTISTS – 2nd posting
CAP Lab at Virginia Tech is recruiting mothers in the New River Valley and Salem areas with a baby up to 12 months old for the BUBBLES research study on how babies’ brain wave activity is related to their developing attention, memory, and emotions. Please click the link below for more information on our research study. A study supported by the National Institutes of Health. The study is approved by VT IRB #21-1048. You will receive cash payment for every visit to CAP Lab on the Blacksburg campus ($50-$75). To fill out interest form: https://forms.gle/vmAYwJ3vYkbkqKDV6.
44. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AUTOPRINT EVALUATION – 2nd posting
The goal of this research is to evaluate the usefulness of AutoPrint for finding bugs and collecting qualitative feedback. Eligible participants will complete prescreening questions, use AutoPrint for 2~3 weeks, and participate in a Zoom interview. Participant qualifications: 18 years or older, 1 or more years of experience in Java programming. Compensation $20 Amazon Gift Card. For more information contact: Minhyuk Ko minhyukko@vt.edu.
45. SEEKING STUDY PARTICPANTS TO BETTER UNDERSTAND AUTISM LANGUAGE PREFERENCES – 3rd 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. 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.
46. 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 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.
47. 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
48. 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. Register here: Registration Link: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/irbseries1 .
49. NETWORKING AND LINKED IN
Tuesday, October 17, 1-2pm, Zoom
What is networking, why does it matter, and how do you do it? This workshop answers these questions and more. The session will also cover how to utilize LinkedIn for networking and the job search. Register on Handshake or find out more information here https://career.vt.edu/job-search/grad-student-job-search/events-for-grad-students.html.
50. PARENT SUPPORT LUNCH
Wednesday, October 18, GLC Room F
We have finally resumed our monthly Parent Support Lunches! Come and learn about resources, opportunities and kid/family friendly activities on campus and in Blacksburg/the New River Valley. Meet others who are parenting their way through graduate school, and help us understand what we can do to better serve you. Partners and children are welcome, and lunch is provided! This month our speaker will share the many free programs and resources available through the Blacksburg Public Library for kids and families. Sign-up is required and space is limited to the capacity of the room. Sign up here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AWXc2Z0AkO.
51. GRADUATE WELLNESS SERIES – HELPING FRIENDS IN DISTRESS
Wednesday, October 18, 6-7pm, GC Wellness Room (Room 63)
Are you concerned about a friend or family member who is struggling and wish you knew what to do and say to help them? Hokie Wellness knows this is a tough situation, so we developed a workshop called Helping Friends in Distress (HFID). In the workshop, you will learn how to recognize the symptoms of sadness and depression, how to engage with a person you care about, and discuss ways to get them further help. During your lifetime, you will have friends and family members that experience loss, sadness, or depression. An HFID workshop can help you understand and intervene in those situations, even though it is not designed to teach you how to treat the person’s loss or sadness. https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/9229196.
52. FIRST GENERATION STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH
Thursday, October 19, 12pm, Graduate Life Center, Room B
Join the Graduate School’s Office Diversity, Inclusion, and Strategic Partnerships in collaboration with First Generation Student Success for a fireside-chat style lunch to enhance first generation students’ sense of belonging. Attendees will receive guidance and encouragement while learning valuable information regarding first-gen initiatives, personal branding, and support services. Participation is FREE and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend. Register here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/FirstGenLunch23.
53. UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR LEARNING DAY
Friday, October 20, 9-4:45pm, Newman Library’s Lury and Barbara Goodall Room 101
This in-person professional learning event will focus on integrating inclusive design, pedagogy, and technology to support diverse learning needs across multiple disciplines at Virginia Tech. Participants will learn strategies and best practices that they can leverage to reduce educational barriers and foster student engagement and success. All attendees will receive a digital badge and faculty will earn eight computer refresh credits. Light refreshments and lunch will be provided. Registration is required.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJS8BAce4okNR1NT2woB7nUGUjbdNfFMKuVZSLyNk5V37_lQ/viewform.
54. 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.
55. 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.
56. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION PICKUP BASKETBALL
Saturday, October 21, 3-5pm, Blacksburg Recreation Center
All skill levels of basketball are accepted. Come by and play a pickup game of basketball with us. Questions? Contact Morgan Patrick morganbp@vt.edu.
57. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION RESUME REVIEW AND WRITING WORKSHOP
Monday, October 23, GLC Room C, 5-8pm
BRING your resume/ CV and questions to our writing workshop. Get help from people in your field to help better your success for applying to jobs in the near future
58. BLACK GRADUATE STUDENT ORGANIZATION GENERAL BODY MEETING
Monday, October 23, 5-6pm, GLC Room C
Stop by and meet members within our organization. If you are interested in joining our organization please feel free to stop by and become a member. For more information contact: Morgan Patrick morganbp@vt.edu.
59. INFO SESSION: PAMPLIN’S ONE-YEAR MASTER’S IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS (MSBA-BA)
Wednesday, October 25, 6-7pm, Virtual
Want more skills & experience before starting your career? Get a Master’s Degree in Business Analytics from Pamplin in just one year! Join the Center for Business Analytics in an online info session for more about the MSBA-BA program. We consider applicants from any major. Apply by Nov. 1st to receive full consideration; later applicants will be considered as space permits. The final application deadline is Feb. 1 for international students, Mar. 1 for domestic. Learn more about the program at https://cba.pamplin.vt.edu/grads/masters.html and attend one of our upcoming info sessions to hear from program leadership: RSVP at https://cba.pamplin.vt.edu/events/info_sessions.html.
60. DCAP: PINK MARTINI
Friday, October 27, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
“The Dean’s Cultural Awareness Program (DCAP) provides graduate students with tickets for performances at the Moss Arts Center through a lottery system. The next event, Pink Martini, is a global musical journey, infusing vintage jazz and infectious rhythms whose vibes will transport you from samba parades in Rio to French nightclubs. With a repertoire spanning 25 languages it promises an unforgettable musical journey. This event takes place on Friday, Oct. 27, at 7:30 p.m. Register here for your chance to win: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/DCAPpinkmartini. Students with a valid VT ID who are randomly selected will receive information on the ticket pick-up location. Only one entry per student per performance. If you have questions, please email disp@vt.edu.
61. VA-WHPC: STUDENT LIGHTNING TALKS
Tuesday, October 31, 1pm, Zoom
On October 31 from 1-2 pm EST, 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!
62. STARTING YOUR ETD – FORMATTING TIPS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
Monday, November 6, 7pm, Zoom
We’ll discuss potential ideas and strategies for formatting and structuring your Electronic Thesis or Dissertation (ETD) so that you can submit it after your defense and best meet Graduate School formatting guidelines. This presentation is aimed at students in the early stages of writing their thesis or dissertation but is relevant to students at any stage of the process. Invite Link: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/84823316501. Meeting ID: 848 2331 6501.
63. 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.
64. 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.
65. 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.