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March 31 – April 6, 2025

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0.   Ongoing Services – updated 8/26/24    

This Week’s Events: 

  1. DIGITAL SCHOLARSHIP COLLABORATION HOUR – Monday
  2. MENOPAUSE SERIES – POSTMENOPAUSE – Monday
  3. THIS IS HOW WE ROLL: KIMBAP EDITION – Monday
  4. LEARNING DINNER W/ ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE VIET LE AND LY HOANG LY – Tuesday
  5. INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN WORKSHOP SERIES  –  Wednesday
  6. BRIDGING BARRIERS: UNIVERSAL DESIGN AND FILLING IN THE GAPS – Wednesday
  7. CUPCAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP! – Wednesday
  8. APIDA HERTIAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PERFORMANCE – Wednesday
  9. LES ARTS FLORISSANTS – Wednesday
  10. FINDING THE RIGHT FIT: CHOOSING QUALITY CHILD CARE FOR YOUR FAMILY – Thursday
  11. GLC CAFE –– Thursday
  12. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: thuong: CLOSING RECEPTION –Thursday
  13. TEA AT TWO – Friday

Administrative Announcements:   

  1. GRADUATE STUDENT SPEAKERS NEEDED FOR SPRING COMMENCEMENT – 1st posting
  2. CO-OP FORM CHANGE – 1st posting
  3. VOTING IS OPEN IN THE GLC ART & PHOTO CONTEST – 2nd posting
  4. APPLICATIONS FOR THE SPRING 2025 DR. RICH CAP AND GOWN LOAN PROGRAM – 3rd posting
  5. SUMMER 3 LEADERSHIP COURSE AVAILABLE! REGISTER NOW! – 3rd posting

Jobs: 

  1. GA POSITION IN SPECIAL EDUCATION – 1st posting
  2. GTA POSITION IN SCIENCE LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITY – 2nd posting (1/2)

Funding Opportunities:

  1. SUMMER CUNNINGHAM FELLOWSHIP – April 1, 2025 
  2. PEACOCK-HARPER FOOD HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP – DEADLINE: April 1, 2025 
  3. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY – OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM – DEADLINE: May 7, 2025

Volunteers and research participants sought: 

  1. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR CS OFFICE HOURS RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
  2. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED – ENHANCE INSTRUCTORS EXPERIENCE IN LARGE-SCALE PROGRAMMING CLASSES – 1st posting
  3. COLLABORATIVE BOT – 2nd posting (2/2)

Upcoming Events:    

  1. NAIL SALON: PRIDE WEEK – April 8
  2. PANEL DISCUSSION: ENHANCING THE VIRGINIA TECH COMMUNITY THROUGH STUDENT-LED RESEARCH AND PROJECT INITIATIVES – April 8
  3. OUT ONLINE: A WORKSHOP ON LGBTQIA+ IDENTITY & SOCIAL MEDIA – April 8
  4. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH PRESENTS: INSPIRE SERIES: UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT PANEL – April 8
  5. LUNCH & LEARN FOR WORKING PARENTS: STRATEGIES TO HELP CHILDREN’S HEALTHY SCREEN USE – April 9
  6. MANDARIN CHINESE LANGUAGE LUNCH TABLE
  7. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: WORKING IN JAPAN WITH RUMIWADA – April 9
  8. PRIDE CONNECT LUNCHEON – April 10
  9. A FIRESIDE CHAT WITH CIENTÍFICO LATINO: TACKLING IMPOSTER SYNDROME IN GRADUATE SCHOOL – April 10
  10. FEMINISM IS FOR EVERYBODY CONFERENCE – April 11 
  11. FERMENTATION AROUND THE WORLD: LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES – April 11
  12. GRADUATE STUDENT COOKING CLASS – BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO AND BEAN SALAD– April 11
  13. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: LABOR RIGHTS – April 14
  14. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: Appocalips FILM SCREENING AND Q&A WITH WRITER, LINH CHE AND DIRECTOR/EDITOR, CHRISTOPHER RADCLIFF – April 15
  15. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: MULTI-HERITAGE SUPPORT GROUP – April 16
  16. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: APIDA BOOK FAIR WITH UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES – April 17
  17. TEA AT TWO – April 18
  18. ALL-DAY WRITING RETREAT –  APRIL 24TH
  19. GEORGE EMILIO SANCHEZ – April 24 & 25

       0. Ongoing Services – updated 08/05    

      • GRADUATE SCHOOL: Graduate School hours: In-person advising, drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials, and a space to study and take a break! Visit 120 GLC, walk-in hours  Monday – Friday. 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 will be held on Wednesdays 1-4pm  
      • COOK COUNSELING: Drop in hours for Cook Counseling: Fridays from 1 to 3pm. Students can call 540-231-6557 to schedule an appointment with the Embedded Counselor at the GLC or the embedded counselor with their program.  
      • WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/   
      • GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573   

      This Week’s Events   

      1. DIGITAL SCHOLARSHIP COLLABORATION HOUR
      Monday, March 31, 12-1pm, Newman Library, room 126, recurring every Monday
      Are you working on a digital humanities or digital scholarship project? Are you looking to upgrade your scholarly toolbox? Want to learn more about digital scholarship and media production resources at VT? Join us for the weekly Digital Scholarship Collaboration Hour in the Athenaeum Collaboration Room, Newman Library 126, every Monday, 12–1pm. All are welcome to come chat, collaborate, and work with an interdisciplinary group of scholars with interests in the diverse fields of digital humanities and digital scholarship. Join in person or via zoom by registering on the Library Events page. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/14193867.  Please reach out with any questions you might have about this event or digital scholarship more broadly to dhlibsupport@vt.edu.

      2. MENOPAUSE SERIES – POSTMENOPAUSE
      Monday, March 31, 3-4:15pm, GLC Room B
      Join us for the last session of our menopause series, covering post-menopause. A variety of topics will be covered including, but not limited to, what to expect in each stage, symptoms, physical and mental health, available treatments, and how academic-life and work-life may be impacted alongside personal-life. Topics of project management, supervision, and mentorship will be directly addressed. The programs are open to all. There will be a Zoom option for those who would like to join virtually. Please register at the link provided. https://forms.office.com/r/YUgRnyW8YE

      3. THIS IS HOW WE ROLL: KIMBAP EDITION
      Monday, March 31, 5-6pm, Wallace Hall 341Food often serves as the basis for finding common ground. This is How We Roll is a new program series that focuses on bringing people together through the theme of food. Each event will feature a different dish that is typically rolled up. Faculty and invited speakers will teach participants recipes and share the historical significance of a particular dish. In March, we will feature kimbap, a Korean dish made from seaweed and rice with various fillings. Participants will be able to make their own kimbap and learn about the origins of this delicious meal. Vegan and vegetarian options available. Registration is required due to space limitations. Light refreshments will be provided. https://forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPageV2.aspx?subpage=design&FormId=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjesX7no9GJitIlAfJWzqUsmRUNzBPUjBNVjlNRVoxU0w0TU9PUzExNlA5NS4u&Token=8f8e93df516b4e239e9571fef54a06ec
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      4. LEARNING DINNER W/ ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE VIET LE AND LY HOANG LY
      Tuesday, April 1, 6-7pm, BCD- Squires Hall
      To kick off APIDA Heritage Month, the Beyond Boundaries Collaborative District invites everyone to a dinner version of the Learning Lunch series with Artists-In-Residence, Viet Le and Ly Hoang Ly. Le and Ly bring stories of love through their multimedia exhibit, thuong, at the Armory Gallery. Participants will hear about their professional and personal journeys and the inspiration for the exhibit. Meet and learn more about Le and Ly ahead of their performance on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/5-7K29qlSgqK2u4u63qCcA

      5. INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN WORKSHOP SERIES  
      Wednesday, April 2, 9-10:30am, GLC room B or Zoom  
      You have put a lot of time and effort into pursuing your graduate degree. Now it’s time to focus on how to leverage your expertise into a satisfying and productive career. The Individual Development Plan (IDP) concept is designed to help you define and pursue your career goals. In this interactive workshop, I will first describe what an IDP is, why IDPs are useful, and provide some tools for you to get started on making your own. In the last half of the workshop we will work on creating an IDP together. Please bring a laptop to engage in the exercise. Please note: NSF GRFP grantees are required to have an IDP on file with the Graduate School. Register here to attend one of the dates in person or via Zoom: https://forms.office.com/r/06xEt51J5Q    

      6. BRIDGING BARRIERS: UNIVERSAL DESIGN AND FILLING IN THE GAPS

       Wednesday, April 2, 2-3pm, GLC Room B
      This accessibility program will explore the principles of universal design and demonstrate how to use technology to support learning and bridge gaps. Please register at the link provided. https://forms.office.com/r/Z6Q0zHp2SK

      7. CUPCAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP!
      Wednesday, April 2, 5-7:30pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
      Join us for a graduate student focused cupcake decorating workshop! Learn various techniques from Virginia Tech Dining Services as they guide you through a few practice cupcakes before you complete some of your own with a fun spring theme!  All supplies included. Limited to 80 students. Doors open at 5 pm and the workshop starts at 5:30 pm. First come first serve – make sure to get there early to claim a spot!

      8. APIDA HERTIAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PERFORMANCE
      Wednesday, April 2, 5:30-7:30pm, Haymarket Theatre, Squires Student Center
      Enjoy a free performance from Artists-in-Residence, Viet Le and Ly Hoang Ly. The program includes two solo performances from each of the artists. Ly will share her film on environmentalism followed by Le’s multimedia performance. There will be a facilitated question and answer session following the performances. Learn more about the exhibit at the Armory Gallery and the artists: https://gallery.vt.edu/exhibitions/thurong.html

      9. LES ARTS FLORISSANTS
      Wednesday, April 2, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
      These internationally renowned early music stars frame Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in a new light and invite questions about the cyclical nature of our existence. https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/les-arts-florissants.html

      10. FINDING THE RIGHT FIT: CHOOSING QUALITY CHILD CARE FOR YOUR FAMILY
      Thursday, April 3, 12-1pm, Zoom
      During the 2024-2025 academic year, Kim Thomason, Program Manager for Early Childhood Education Initiatives, will host a discussion-based seminar to support parents in choosing high quality early care and education that is a good fit for their family. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjek0HSJ-_ZqxIqkyPwpPtyUNURElPNklSMEZZVFVWVzNEMEI5QUFLODNYViQlQCN0PWcu

      11. GLC CAFÉ
      Thursday, April 3, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room
      Enjoy free coffee, tea and cookies in the company of your grad student and Grad School colleagues. Relax, network, and load up on caffeine and/or carbs. Bring your own mug if you can. Submitted by: Lindsay Barron lbarron@vt.edu. 

      12. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: thuong: CLOSING RECEPTION
      Thursday, April 3, 5-7pm, Armory Gallery – Draper Road
      Celebrate the conclusion of thuong, a multimedia exhibit from Vietnamese diasporic artists, Viet Le and Ly Hoang Ly. This public reception invites the campus community and the larger local community to meet the artists and take in the exhibit. Light refreshments will be served. Learn more about the exhibit at the Armory Gallery and the artists: https://gallery.vt.edu/exhibitions/thurong.html

      13. TEA AT TWO
      Friday, April 4, 2-3pm, Squires Student Center, Room 140
      Searching for cozy activities? Want to make some new friends while sipping tea? The newly created weekly program, Tea at Two, invites students to slow down and take some time to reflect and be in community with one another. Join us for journaling, paper crafts, collage, and much more! Bring your current projects to work on and slow down for self-care. Light refreshments will be provided.

      Administrative Announcements   

      14. GRADUATE STUDENT SPEAKERS NEEDED FOR SPRING COMMENCEMENT – 1st posting
      The Graduate School is seeking 1-2 graduate student speakers for the Spring 2025 Graduate Commencement Ceremony on Wednesday, May 14, 3:00pm, 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 May 14. If you are interested in being considered for this role, please complete this form by Friday, April 11, 2025: https://forms.office.com/r/D1JNgJw0bb

      15. CO-OP FORM CHANGE – 1st posting
      As of April 9th, 2025, the CO-OP application form will be changed to Microsoft forms. Any students who have applied in the previous google form system will still be assisted and processed after the application form change. Please contact grads@vt.edu with ‘CO-OP’ in the title if there are any questions or concerns. https://graduateschool.vt.edu/student-services/GradCoop.html

      16. GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK ART & PHOTO CONTEST – VOTING IS OPEN! – 2nd posting
      Vote for your favorite art piece and photograph below. You may only vote for one piece of art and one photograph. This year’s theme is “Create Your Own Adventure”. Voting ends April 4.  Please vote only once! Vote here: https://forms.office.com/r/141HtekFHE

      17. APPLICATIONS FOR THE SPRING 2025 DR. RICH CAP AND GOWN LOAN PROGRAM – 3rd posting
      Are you graduating this May? Planning on taking photos or walking at the in-person ceremonies, but need a cap and gown? GPSS has caps and gowns for students to borrow! Fill out the form https://forms.office.com/r/RrBcszcAav  by April 7th at 11:59pm and we will try to make those memories happen while saving you money! If you do borrow from us, please note that you will need to return the gown dry cleaned, with receipt. Hoods are not included. Cap and Gowns will need to be returned shortly after graduation to the graduate school or the GPSS Exec board. For more information about the program visit: https://gpss.vt.edu/programs/cap-and-gown.html. Contact juliams22@vt.edu with any questions.

      18. SUMMER 3 LEADERSHIP COURSE AVAILABLE! REGISTER NOW! – 3rd posting
      Want to sharpen your understanding and practice of leadership? LDRS 5454 Leadership for Diverse Contexts is being offered online this summer. This course provides a general understanding, identification, and definition of leadership in formal and non-formal education settings, communities, & organizations.

      Jobs   

      19. GA POSITION IN SPECIAL EDUCATION – 1st posting
      Doctoral student with expertise and/or experience related to disabilities and special education; K-12 experience is preferred. Please send email stating your interest and qualifications and an updated CV. 20 hours per week position within the School of Education, Special Education Department; Responsibilities may include research, teaching, course development, and administrative duties.  To apply Please send email stating your interest and qualifications and an updated CV to Dr. Bonnie Billingsley bbilling@vt.edu

      20. GTA POSITION IN SCIENCE LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITY – 3rd posting (2/2)
      The Faculty Director of the Orion (science) Living-Learning Community is looking for a GTA for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. The GTA working in this position will work directly with the Faculty Director to support first and second year Orion students through co-curricular and course-based activities centered around either the peer mentoring program or our course-based undergraduate research projects (depending on experience and staffing). Duties include: weekly meetings with Faculty Director; proactive communication through email and shared documents; attend weekly peer mentor class Tuesdays 7-8:30pm; work well in a team supporting undergraduate students; attend some evening/weekend events; review and grade course assignments in Canvas; organize, review and support student programs through Microsoft Teams platform. We are looking for a graduate student with (1) background experience or degrees in STEM or education fields, (2) excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills, (3) ability to work on a large team and manage smaller groups, and (4) ability to exhibit good judgment. For more information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IPv42JoThTKgA8rqu_DK3AdPg3Mq6N4k/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110931009077628162597&rtpof=true&sd=true
      Please apply by April 2, 2025 using this application link: https://forms.office.com/r/sRmUnpWM87  

      Funding Opportunities    

       Funding opportunities sponsored by the graduate school can be found here:   
      https://graduateschool.vt.edu/funding/funding-sponsored-by-the-graduate-school.html   
      All external funding opportunities that we are aware of can be found here: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/funding/scholarships-and-fellowships.html 

      21. SUMMER CUNNINGHAM FELLOWSHIP – DEADLINE: April 1, 2025 
      In combination with the Cunningham Doctoral Scholarship and the Graduate School Annual Fund, we are delighted to announce the availability of summer fellowships in the amount of $7,500 each. This supplement will be awarded as a lump sum fellowship payment through payroll at the beginning of the summer. This is a one-time award, cannot be renewed, and is awarded without the expectation of any additional work on your part. Awardees must be current PhD students who are working on their dissertations during the summer months. This award cannot be combined with other Virginia Tech funding sources. Priority will be given to those: toward the end of their program, with personal financial need, and with a strong record of accomplishment from previous funding. Applications will be accepted until April 1, awards will be announced soon thereafter, https://forms.gle/TKBELmmzE9KjwyHA9  
      *Fellowships are not considered employment, no taxes are withheld and you will not receive a W2 form at the end of the year. Fellowships will show on your 1098-T from the university and may have to be reported to the IRS on your 1040 form. However, different tax rules apply to international students. For them, the university is required to collect taxes on the fellowship and to report those amounts at year-end to the IRS on form 1042S. For more information see IRS Publication 970: Tax Benefits for Education. 

      22. PEACOCK-HARPER FOOD HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP – DEADLINE: April 1, 2025 
      This year, we plan to award 3 scholarships of $2500 each, subject to funds available and final application pool. These scholarships, awarded by the Virginia Tech Food Studies program, promote the use of the History of Food & Drink collecting area, including the Peacock-Harper Culinary History Collection and  preference is given to applicants whose scholarly pursuits encompass topics related to these. These scholarships honor Janet Cameron and Jean Allen Phillips, both visionaries and exemplary teachers who were passionate about health, nutrition, and student success. Before applying, applicants must schedule a visit with Kira Dietz, Assistant Director, Special Collections and University Archives to learn more about the materials available and to ask questions about how the collection and their research might align. Appointments with Kira can be scheduled here. [https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/appointments/kadietz]. Applicants are encouraged to review information about the collection in advance. Meetings should be scheduled at least two weeks before the application deadline.  The majority of this collecting area is housed in Special Collections and University Archives. Research and interests may include human nutrition and foods, culinary history, agricultural history, family nutrition or family nutrition history, food culture, household equipment, kitchen design, social history, ethnic traditions, gender studies, or other related topics. If applicants have not outlined a thesis or dissertation yet, they should have interests that encompass topics related to material in the Collection. Recipients will be required to write a brief summary of work accomplished within one year. 
      Criteria for consideration: 

      23. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY – OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM –DEADLINE: May 7, 2025
      The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program provides funding for Ph.D. candidates in the physical sciences to conduct part of their thesis research at a U.S. DOE National Laboratory. This is an excellent opportunity for accessing cutting edge instrumentation and facilities that may enhance the research of your faculty and the training of your students. Applications to the program require a research proposal prepared by the graduate student under the supervision of their Ph.D. thesis advisor, and the deadline of the current solicitation is May 7, 2025. More information is available at: https://science.osti.gov/wdts/scgsr

      Volunteers and Research Participants Sought   

      24. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR CS OFFICE HOURS RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
      Participants will take part in a 45-minute study evaluating ATLAS, a new system designed to enhance computer science office hours. The session includes a brief pre-assessment quiz, solving a programming challenge, interacting with the ATLAS system, and completing a feedback survey. We’re researching how AI can help improve the learning experience during programming help sessions.  Participant qualifications: Computer Science graduate students. Compensation $20. For more information on how to participate contact David Barron dbarron410@vt.edu.

      25. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED – ENHANCE INSTRUCTORS EXPERIENCE IN LARGE-SCALE PROGRAMMING CLASSES – 1st posting
      This study aims to improve the experience of providing programing feedback in large-scale programming courses. Participant qualifications: Have teaching experience (eg. instructor, GSI, TA, tutor), and have experience in Python. Compensation $25. Complete the screening form here: https://forms.gle/jCgSo7sMMyxENFK18. Submitted by graduate student Xiaohang Tang.

      26. COLLABORATIVE BOT – 2nd posting (2/2)
      This study looks into the role of an AI agent’s role in real-time collaborative programming. Participant qualifications: basic knowledge of python. Participant compensation is $15. For more information on how to participate contact: Griffin Oguragogura@vt.edu   

      Upcoming Events   

      27. NAIL SALON: PRIDE WEEK
      Tuesday, April 8, 11-2pm, Pride Center
      Join us for a special event to celebrate Pride Week and APIDA Heritage Month with vibrant nails, good vibes, and a whole lot of love! The Beyond Boundaries Collaborative District’s Pride Center and APIDA + Center come together at this event to honor the beauty of self-expression, and community. This event is all about celebrating YOU! Nail polish and assorted supplies along with light refreshments will be provided. Everyone is welcome!

      28. PANEL DISCUSSION: ENHANCING THE VIRGINIA TECH COMMUNITY THROUGH STUDENT-LED RESEARCH AND PROJECT INITIATIVES
      Tuesday, April 8, 12-1pm, GLC Room B
      Join us on April 8, 2025, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. in GLC Room B for a panel discussion on fostering a student-centered research community at Virginia Tech. Graduate students who have initiated research projects and led student organizations will share their experiences, challenges, and strategies for overcoming obstacles. https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/Aaf95Z5wpQ

      29. OUT ONLINE: A WORKSHOP ON LGBTQIA+ IDENTITY & SOCIAL MEDIA
      Tuesday, April 8, 4-6pm, Pride Center (Squires 227)
      Join the Pride Center at Virginia Tech for “Out Online,” a workshop dedicated to helping LGBTQIA+ individuals navigate social media for identity disclosure, privacy, and digital self-expression. This interactive event is part of a larger educational campaign rooted in quantitative research of how LGBTQIA+ college students across the nation use various features for identity disclosure. This event is open to students, faculty, staff, and community members who are interested in learning how to take control of their digital presence in a way that aligns with their comfort and identity.

      30. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH PRESENTS: INSPIRE SERIES: UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT PANEL
      Tuesday, April 8, 5-6:30pm, Squires Student Center, Room 140, and Zoom
      For APIDA Heritage Month, the Inspire Series will highlight research and experiences of APIDA undergraduate students at Virginia Tech. This program series allows students to interact with APIDA role models and learn about one another’s accomplishments, whether they are students, staff, or faculty. Therefore, this event provides a wonderful opportunity for APIDA undergraduate students to showcase the significance of their research and experiences. Since these APIDA undergraduate students come from diverse ethnic backgrounds and disciplines, they create a space to explore intersections and to encourage dialogue. Following the panel, there will be time for questions and answers and discussion. Light refreshments will be provided. Everyone is welcome! https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/uJ81PExtTxaFsqVy2leH3g#/registration

      31. LUNCH & LEARN FOR WORKING PARENTS: STRATEGIES TO HELP CHILDREN’S HEALTHY SCREEN USE 
      Wednesday, April 9, 12-1pm, Zoom
      The Early Childhood Education Initiatives team is partnering with the Cognitive Developmental Science (CoDeS) Lab at Virginia Tech to offer a session led by Dr. Koeun Choi, director of the CoDeS Lab and an assistant professor in Virginia Tech’s Department of Human Development and Family Science. Dr. Choi will share information about the impact of screen media on the development of young children and specific strategies that parents can implement with children to support healthy screen use. https://forms.gle/nHgvj7uyEqp5jMot8
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      32. MANDARIN CHINESE LANGUAGE LUNCH TABLE
      Wednesday, April 9, 12-1pm, Squires Student Center Room 140
      Join us for the Mandarin Chinese Language Lunch Table to sharpen those language skills! Open to all, this informal gathering is for undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, and community members interested in chatting in Mandarin Chinese during lunch time.  Boost your communication skills, connect with others, and bring your own lunch for a friendly language experience. These sessions will be facilitated by Dr. Helen Schneider from the History Department. All are welcome! 

      33. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: WORKING IN JAPAN WITH RUMI WADA
      Wednesday, April 9, 7:30-8:15pm, Virtual
      Want to know more about working in Japan? Recruiter Rumi Wada will share information and provide tips about working and living in Japan. Learn to expand your career search to include opportunities outside of the U.S. during this virtual event. All majors and language proficiency levels are welcome to join this event. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/OtEwRVq0R3C8cGuNxnnz8w#/registration

      34. PRIDE CONNECT LUNCHEON
      Thursday, April 10, 12-1pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
      This connect event will feature panelists, who will speak to their experiences of being LGBTQIA+ in academia and discuss their perspectives of intersectionality around their identities and areas of work. They will discuss matters of belonging, the importance of mentorship and support, and the challenges they’ve faced in their journeys. Please register using the link provided. https://forms.office.com/r/4jYwmr78KP

      35.  A FIRESIDE CHAT WITH CIENTÍFICO LATINO: TACKLING IMPOSTER SYNDROME IN GRADUATE SCHOOL
      Thursday, April 10, 5:30-7:00pm, Zoom
      Have you ever experienced feelings of being out of place in academia, or wondered if you know enough? It’s completely understandable to feel that way, and know you are not alone! In honor of International Imposter Syndrome Awareness Day, LAIGSA (Latin American and Iberian Graduate Students Association) and Científico Latino are hosting a free online workshop on navigating imposter syndrome in graduate school. Join us for “Tackling Imposter Syndrome in Graduate School” to address these very feelings and help you overcome them. Organized by Científico Latino, the event features inspiring speakers—Dr. Robert W. Fernandez, Aníbal Tornés Blanco, and Yaniris Molina Aponte—who will share personal experiences and practical strategies for overcoming self-doubt. This online workshop provides a supportive space to discuss challenges, explore real-world scenarios, and learn effective ways to navigate imposter syndrome. To help tailor the workshop to participants’ needs, we kindly ask you to RSVP and complete a short survey. Your input will ensure a more personalized and impactful discussion. RSVP: https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/11066592  and survey: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSdpNf-OqZOMaB1efLVEPMpAbcVCTRrfeNGQKWON9MHWFqzV_A%2Fviewform&data=05%7C02%7Cmperazo%40vt.edu%7Cc88fb7ee5a674caec77108dd6d254560%7C6095688410ad40fa863d4f32c1e3a37a%7C0%7C0%7C638786729020185123%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=wrHdyQ0fiiC0KSN3sa5djdYkoZHHU7rjnPDJ9VqhTzQ%3D&reserved=0

      36. GRADUATE STUDENT COOKING CLASS – BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO AND BEAN SALAD
      Friday, April 11, 3-5pm, Wallace Hall Teaching Kitchen – 403 Wallace Hall
      Join the Graduate School and Hokie Wellness for this hands-on and educational workshop. Learn to make this delicious, nutritious, and economical vegetarian meal! We will make Butternut Squash Risotto and Dense Bean Salad. At the end of the class we will enjoy a simple meal together, or take your portion to go! RSVP is required, please RSVP here: https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/11193501
      https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/11193501

      37. FEMINISM IS FOR EVERYBODY CONFERENCE
      Friday, April 11, 8:15am – 3:30pm, Beyond Boundaries Collaborative District, APIDA + Center – Squires 140 
      We celebrate Undergraduate and Graduate essays on gender and sexuality studies, and host an open mic, and catered lunch. (No prior registration necessary.) We are known for our friendly vibe and intellectually stimulating atmosphere. https://linktr.ee/genderconference

      38. FERMENTATION AROUND THE WORLD: LATIN AMERICAN COUNTRIES
      Friday, April 11, 9-10:30am, HAAB1 Room 108
      Join us to learn about fermented foods from Latin American nations in this breakfast series hosted by the Department of Food Science and Technology and the Food Studies Program with support from the CALS and the Phi Tau Sigma Virginia Tech Chapter. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Renata Carneiro from the Food Science and Technology Department here at Virginia Tech. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste samples of Latin American fermented food and learn about food cultures in the region. Everyone is welcomed and registration is not needed. Contact rcvc@vt.edu or phitausigma@vt.edu for more details!

      39. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: LABOR RIGHTS
      Monday, April 14, 5:30-6:30pm, GLC Room F
      Cranwell International Center, The APIDA + Center, The Graduate and Professional Student Senate, and The Graduate School are partnering to host Renee Cloyd, Dr. Holly Matusovich, and Monika Gibson to speak on student’s labor rights. This session will explore the rights and protections that students have in the workplace, whether part-time jobs, internships, or assistantships. Learn how to advocate for fair treatment, and hear from experts who will provide guidance on navigating labor laws as a student worker. Please register at the link provided. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pc5lPQtlQ7WbghfUvNzp5g

      40. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: Appocalips FILM SCREENING AND Q&A WITH WRITER, LINH CHE AND DIRECTOR/EDITOR, CHRISTOPHER RADCLIFF –
      Tuesday, April 15, 5:30-7:30pm, Squires Student Center, 140 and Virtual
      Cathy Linh Che and Christopher Radcliff’s Appocalips is a three-channel video installation about Che’s parents, who, while stateless in a refugee camp in 1976, were hired to play extras in Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now (1979). The piece explores their surprising, sometimes humorous, sometimes heartbreaking narrative of escaping from Vietnam, participating in the production of the film, and subsequently immigrating to the United States. In centering perspectives historically erased from the master narrative, Che and Radcliff’s film asks questions about power, representation, place, and memory. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pJOwZSbsRbmh0CynoPkwEg#/registration

      41. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: MULTI-HERITAGE SUPPORT GROUP
      Wednesday,  April 16, 2-3pm, BCD-Squires Student Center,140 and Virtual
      The Multi-Heritage Support Group is a space for all individuals, particularly for those who hold multiple ethnic backgrounds and wish to be in community with others. Navigating multi-heritage identities can present unique challenges, and the AANAPISI Grant Initiative and Cook Counseling Center are committed to creating a supportive environment where students can embrace their extraordinary identities. This meeting will provide an opportunity for attendees to share their experiences, provide support, build community, and learn from one another. Light refreshments will be provided. https://bit.ly/4b91RvN

      42. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: APIDA BOOK FAIR WITH UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
      Wednesday, April 17, 10am-3pm, Goodall Room – Newman Library room 101
      To celebrate APIDA Heritage Month, the Beyond Boundaries Collaborative District in collaboration with University Libraries will host a book fair highlighting the voices of APIDA creators. Harkening back to the times of elementary school book fairs, attendees are welcome to discover new rich stories from APIDA authors and filmmakers. University Libraries will present a curated collection of written poetry and prose centering on APIDA experiences and characters. Additionally, participants will find manga, anime, and movies from APIDA artists. All media and materials are available for check out to campus community members. Come on by and pick up swag and other giveaways!

      43. TEA AT TWO
      Friday, April 18, 2-3pm, Squires Student Center, Room 140
      Searching for cozy activities? Want to make some new friends while sipping tea? The newly created weekly program, Tea at Two, invites students to slow down and take some time to reflect and be in community with one another. Join us for journaling, paper crafts, collage, and much more! Bring your current projects to work on and slow down for self-care. Light refreshments will be provided.

      44. ALL-DAY WRITING RETREAT
      Thursday, April 24, 9am-5pm, Graduate Life Center or Virtual
      Designed for graduate students in a writing phase at any level!
      This series offers a variety of structured and flexible sessions to support your writing journey. Whether you’re seeking a structured writing period, a focused environment, or the freedom to drop in as needed, our offerings cater to diverse needs. From facilitated workshops and Pomodoro sessions to quiet, open writing spaces, this series allows you to develop skills, boost productivity, and bring your ideas to life. Embrace the chance to write, connect, and grow in a community dedicated to creative and academic excellence. https://graduateschool.vt.edu/professional-development/professional-development-series.html.

      45. GEORGE EMILIO SANCHEZ
      Thursday, April 24 & Friday, April 25, 7:30pm, Moss Arts Center
      Part history, part autobiography, this multidisciplinary theatre work confronts the ways courts have historically diminished the tribal sovereignty of Native nations. https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/george-emilio-sanchez.html