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March 16 – 22, 2026

This Week’s Events: 

  1. SWE GRADUATE STUDENT ST. PATRICK’S DAY PAINTING PARTY –  Tuesday
  2. SPRINGING INTO CONNECTION – Tuesday
  3. LUNCH CONVERSATION WITH DEAN SURPRENANT – Wednesday
  4. JUMP START YOUR JOB SEARCH WITH INTERSTRIDE: DEMO SESSIONS – Wednesday
    SHORT STORIES WITH SVPE – Wednesday
  5. WHO COUNTS? PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE OF RACE DATA IN HIGHER EDUCATION – Wednesday
  6. LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING DRS. KRISTINE JAN CRUZ ESPINOZA AND MIKE HOA NGUYEN – Thursday
  7. GLC CAFÉ –Thursday
  8. CAREER-RELATED CONFIDENCE WITH CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – Thursday
  9. FREE CHILDCARE–KIDS’ NIGHT OUT, THURSDAY MARCH 19, 6:30-8PM -Thursday
  10. GLC PUBLIC ART CHARRETTE – Friday
  11. INTERSTRIDE CAMPUS-WIDE LAUNCH EVENT – Friday
  12. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES WITH AN IMMIGRATION LAWYER – Friday

        Administrative Announcements:   

        1. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GPSS CAP AND GOWN LOAN PROGRAM, SPRING GRADUATION – 2nd posting 
        2. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT: SPRINGING INTO CONNECTION – 1st posting
        3. LAST CALL! GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK 2026: SHARE GOOD WORK! – 2nd  posting
        4. DCAP X GEW – ENTER TO WIN FREE TICKETS TO “SCRIPTLESS IN SEATTLE” – 2nd posting (2/2)
        5. 3M – 2026 RISE SYMPOSIUM – APPLICATION DEADLINE MAY 1, 2026 – 2nd posting
        6. HOME BEYOND HOME: A COMMUNITY-BASED PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT – 2nd posting
        7. GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION SERIES ON MARCH 26 FEATURES THE CENTER FOR REFUGEE, MIGRANT, AND DISPLACEMENT STUDIES – 2nd posting
        8. GO LIVE FOR INTERSTRIDE AT VT – 3rd posting
        9. CALL FOR PANELISTS: GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM – 3rd posting
        10. GREEN GRADUATES PROGRAM –  3rd posting
        11. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN FREE TICKETS TO “STEPHANIE LAKE COMPANY” – 3rd posting

        Jobs

        1. GRA POSITION – FALL 2026 – 1st posting
        2. WAGE – GRAD INTERN PEER EDUCATOR IN SVPE – 2nd posting

        Funding Opportunities:

        1. SUMMER CUNNINGHAM FELLOWSHIP – DEADLINE: APRIL 1, 2026
        2. APPLY TO BE A FUTURE LEADER FOR FOOD & AGRICULTURE (FFAR) FELLOW – DEADLINE: APRIL 15, 2026

        Volunteers and research participants sought: 

        1. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: AI ETHICS AND POLICY THROUGH THEATRE – 1st posting
        2. MIXED REALITY GROUP DISCUSSION STUDY – 1st posting (1/2)
        3. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR SURVEY ON STUDENT LEISURE AND STRESS – 1st posting
        4. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI TOOL USER STUDY – 1st posting (1/2)
        5. VIRGINIA JUNIOR ACADEMY OF SCIENCE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM VOLUNTEERS – 2nd posting
        6. VOLUNTEERS FOR KIDS’TECH UNIVERSITY EN ESPAÑOL- 2nd posting
        7. INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE: STUDY ON LOCATION-BASED GAMES FOR SOCIAL PLAY OVER DISTANCE (IRB #24-674) – 2nd posting (1/2)
        8. SEEKING PARTICIPANTS FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
        9. 30-MINUTE VOLLEYBALL JUMP SPIKE STUDY – 2nd posting
        10. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED! – 3rd posting

        Upcoming Events:    

        1. GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK: OFF TO A GOOD START – March 23
        2. KEYS TO INNER KINDNESS – March 23
        3. GRAD MOVIE NIGHT AT THE LYRIC: MOVIE TBA – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 23
        4. GOOD TO GO: GRADUATE SCHOOL REVIEW OF ETDS – Monday, March 23
        5. DEFYING WRITER’S BLOCK: ALL-DAY WRITING RETREAT – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 24
        6. INTRO TO PYTHON FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOPS – March 24
        7. NSPIRE LECTURE SERIES – Tuesday
        8. FLYING HIGH WITH YOUR CLIFTON STRENGTHS – LUNCH INCLUDED – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 24
        9. STORY SHARING SESSION -RURAL EDUCATION SUMMIT (POST SECONDARY PATHWAYS) – March 24
        10. C.A.L.M. BINGO  – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 24
          1. GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENT SENATE (GPSS) 42ND ANNUAL RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM AND EXPOSITION – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT –  March 24
          2. NO WIZARD REQUIRED: SMART STRATEGIES FOR THE JOB SEARCH – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 25
          3. 2026 ONLINE ACADEMIC POSTDOC HIRING FAIR  – March 25
          4. DEFYING DISTANCE – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 25,
          5. GOOD WRITING, GOOD CITING: USING ITHENTICATE – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 25
          6. “THOSE WHO DON’’T TRY NEVER LOOK FOOLISH” HOKIE HICCUPS: GRADUATE SCHOOL EDITION – March 26
          7. YOUR VOICE FOR GOOD- GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT – March 26
          8. PREPARED, POLISHED AND POPULAR: STRATEGIES FOR INTERVIEW SUCCESS – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT  – Friday, March 27
          9. IF WE WORK IN TANDEM: FOSTERING WELLBEING IN MENTORING ENVIRONMENTS – March 27
          10. THE BIG COOKOUT + EMERALD CITY SELFIE STATION – March 27
          11. NOWRUZ (PERSIAN NEW YEAR) – March 27
          12. VT AWM SYMPOSIUM ON MATHEMATICAL EXCELLENCE IN VIRGINIA- March 28
          13. PART-TIME GRADUATE STUDENT SUPPORT GROUP – March 30
          14. FINANCES AFTER GRADUATION: COLLEGE OF SCIENCE – March 30
          15. FIND YOUR NEXT ON-CAMPUS JOB AT THE 2026 CAMPUS STUDENT EMPLOYMENT FAIR! – April 6
          16. WORKSHOP: WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS – April 23

                  This Week’s Events   

                  1. SWE GRADUATE STUDENT ST. PATRICK’S DAY PAINTING PARTY

                  Tuesday, March 17, 5-7pm, McBryde 226

                  Join fellow graduate students and the Society of Women Engineers at VT for a painting party for St. Patrick’s Day! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGFveH88jYfnAgC2vebMMcGfqwmtFTn8OIagM-ukMfCTGgug/viewform

                  2. SPRINGING INTO CONNECTION – FREE FOOD
                  Tuesday, March 17, 5-7pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
                  Join us for an engaging, interactive event designed to help you build friendships, strengthen your support system, and intentionally make time for yourself! There will be plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow grad students in a relaxed, welcoming environment. A variety of crafting stations will be available! More info: https://forms.office.com/r/9TUDR1X2X2

                  3. LUNCH CONVERSATION WITH DEAN SURPRENANT
                  Wednesday, March 18, 12-1pm, Graduate Life Center (room TBA)
                  The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) is inviting you to a casual conversation with Dean Surprenant. This is a great opportunity for graduate students to ask questions, voice concerns, and discuss topics that matter most to them. Lunch will be provided, and the informal setting provides a chance to engage directly with the Dean while also connecting with fellow students. Venue will be confirmed based on the number of registrants. Please submit your registration here by March 17: https://forms.office.com/r/CMg2URpA0f

                  4. JUMP START YOUR JOB SEARCH WITH INTERSTRIDE: DEMO SESSIONS –
                  Wednesday, March 18, 4-6pm, Harper Hall 1025
                  We’d love to help you accelerate your career search with this new platform!
                  Staff from Cranwell and the Graduate School will offer support at “demo sessions” to jump start your job search with Interstride. Space available for up to 30 to participate in person.
                  What to bring: Participants will need to bring or have access to a computer with SSO login / dual authentication to access Interstride. Option to bring your own lunch and eat while learning! https://outlook.office.com/book/CranwellGradSchoolInterstrideDemoDays@VirginiaTech.onmicrosoft.com/s/zrrt0XvaZUCLWeZhQfYz7Q2?ismsaljsauthenabled

                  5. SHORT STORIES WITH SVPE
                  Wednesday, March 18 and 25, 5:30-6:30pm, VT Engage
                  Join a welcoming an open group to read and discuss non-fictional stories exploring modern dating topics such as, ghosting, rejection, the experience of being the third wheel, and more. Through storytelling, we spark meaningful conversations, build empathy, and promote respect and safer communities. Come listen, read, or reflect, all students are welcome! Join a welcoming an open group to read and discuss non-fictional stories exploring modern dating topics such as, ghosting, rejection, the experience of being the third wheel, and more. Through storytelling, we spark meaningful conversations, build empathy, and promote respect and safer communities. Come listen, read, or reflect, all students are welcome!
                  RSVP March 18: https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/12258899
                  RSVP March 25: https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/12258900

                  6. WHO COUNTS? PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE OF RACE DATA IN HIGHER EDUCATION
                  Wednesday, March 18, 5:30-7pm, Newman Library 207 A and Zoom
                  Race data shapes how we understand racial diversity in colleges and universities, yet the ways institutions classify and report race can produce very different pictures. In this talk, Kristine Jan Cruz Espinoza, Ph.D., traces the emergence and evolution of race data and reporting in higher education, highlighting what numbers can—and cannot—tell us. Looking ahead, the talk considers implications of race data amid updated federal guidelines and the post‑SFFA context, raising questions about data needs, constraints, and responsibility. Together, these past, present, and future dynamics reveal what is at stake in determining who and how we count in higher education. This event is open to all and light refreshments will be served to those attending in person. http://tiny.cc/qmcz001

                  7. LEARNING LUNCH FEATURING DRS. KRISTINE JAN CRUZ ESPINOZA AND MIKE HOA NGUYEN T
                  Thursday, March 19, 12-1pm, APIDA + Center (Squires 140)

                  Join the APIDA + Center for a special Learning Lunch featuring Drs. Kristine Jan Cruz
                  Espinoza, Assistant Professor of Counseling and College Student Personnel at California Lutheran University and Mike Hoa Nguyen, Associate Professor of Education at the University of California, Los Angeles. Facilitated by Dr. Nina Ha, the featured guests will address their personal and professional journeys into higher education, provide insights on their experiences in academia, share their current research projects, and offer advice on navigating through college and beyond. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all.

                  8.  GLC CAFÉ
                  Thursday, March 19, 3:30-5pm, 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. If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Barron (lbarron@vt.edu).

                  9. CAREER-RELATED CONFIDENCE WITH CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
                  Thursday, March 19, 5:30-6:30pm, APIDA + Center (Squires 140) and Zoom
                  Career-Related Confidence is an interactive workshop facilitated by Career and Professional Development designed to help students confidently navigate professional spaces. Learn key skills like effective communication, workplace etiquette, and building a strong professional presence that translates across internships, jobs, and leadership roles. Walk away feeling prepared, polished, and ready to show up as your best professional self. Open to all; this event will also serve light refreshments. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/ue9XfISpSoaDNG8pvjR0ig

                  10. FREE CHILDCARE–KIDS’ NIGHT OUT, THURSDAY MARCH 19, 6:30-8PM
                  Thursday, March 19, 6:30-8:00pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street
                  Kids’ Night Out returns! Free childcare for graduate student families at the VT Women’s Center, 6:30-8:00 on Thursday evenings when classes are in session. Advance sign-up is required, and there are limited spaces. Childcare provided by volunteers from the Chi Delta Alpha sorority, and children must be toilet trained. There will be games, crafts, snacks, maybe a movie, and fun with the sitters! A sign up link will be available each week on the Women’s Center webpage (womenscenter.vt.edu) on Monday afternoons, or in the weekly Graduate School newsletter. For additional info or questions, please contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu Event will take place at 206 Washington Street, enter up the stairs in the back of the parking lot. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AAAAC28A31-62974840-kids

                  11. GLC PUBLIC ART CHARRETTE
                  Friday, March 20, 3-5pm, GLC Room C
                  Graduate students are invited to a visioning session to share what they would like to see in a public art project to be installed in the vicinity of the Graduate Life Center to commemorate the 20-year anniversary of its 2005-06 opening and to celebrate graduate education at Virginia Tech. Facilitated by a current and former graduate student involved in the arts, small-group conversations will be centered around how community, interdisciplinarity, scientific exploration, and graduate student experiences could be represented in an art installation. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is requested at https://gs.vt.edu/charrette.

                  12. INTERSTRIDE CAMPUS-WIDE LAUNCH EVENT
                  Friday, March 20, 3-4:30pm, The Holzman Alumni Center
                  Join staff from the Cranwell International Center, the Graduate School, and the Office of Career and Professional Development for a live learning session! Optimize your Interstride job search, build your career network, and enjoy free cookies and coffee. Where: Holtzman Auditorium at the Inn at Virginia Tech. The Holtzman Alumni Center is connected to the Inn at Virginia Tech (hotel complex), the entrance is at the back on the Duck Pond side. Look for the big water fountain. Guests have the option of using the ParkMobile app for parking, but the BT is usually the most convenient way to access this location. This live session will not be recorded and is in-person only. A future session will be offered in a fully online format.

                  13. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES WITH AN IMMIGRATION LAWYER
                  Friday, March 20, 5:30-7pm,  Goodall Room, Newman Library + Zoom
                  Join us for an information session WITH AN IMMIGRATION LAWYER, Trey DeBrine, to learn about Topics like: encounters with police, ICE or DHS, travel and reentry risks, visa and SEVIS related info, changing policies and effect on grad students, key legal protections
                  Get guidance on maintaining status, and staying compliant with US laws and any other questions that you have.
                  Join the speaker for a casual chat over Dinner at 5 pm. The session starts at 5:30 pm. Please RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/D1GcDm60LJ

                  Administrative Announcements   

                  14. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR GPSS CAP AND GOWN LOAN PROGRAM, SPRING GRADUATION – 2nd posting 
                  Graduate and professional students who are graduating this May can apply to the GPSS Spring Cap and Gown Loan Program to borrow graduation attire. If you or someone you know are in need of a cap and gown, please apply to the link on our website! If you do borrow from us, please note that you will need to return the gown dry cleaned, with receipt. Applications are first come first serve due to limited supply and will close on April 10th at 11:59pm. For any questions, please reach out to Megan Grey at greym@vt.edu. For more information and to apply:https://gpss.vt.edu/programs/cap-and-gown.html

                  15. CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT: SPRINGING INTO CONNECTION – 1st posting
                  Brought to you by the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE)
                  Spring is right around the corner. Now is the perfect time to reflect on your relationships with yourself, others, and the Hokie community. Our campus community is made up of many different pieces, each shaped by the individual members of our community. When we connect with others, we begin to see how our piece fits within the Hokie community. Nurturing these relationships and shared experiences strengthens the support systems we rely on, enriches our time at Virginia Tech, and helps us feel rooted in a community that grows stronger with every piece added. So as spring approaches, take a moment to reach out, reconnect, and help strengthen the Hokie community we all shape together.

                  16. LAST CALL! GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK 2026: SHARE GOOD WORK! – 2nd  posting
                  We are seeking graduate students, faculty, and staff whose work embodies the Graduate Education Week 2026 theme, “For Good,” to feature on our social media channels during GEW, March 23–27. This work may involve research, teaching, service, advocacy, mentorship, student organization involvement, or any other activity related to graduate education. You may submit yourself or someone else to be highlighted! Deadline: Monday, March 16, 2026 11:59pm https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjepevaFUBOatNi_cyklXTkCBUN1BUT0owUjVOSUcyRTZLVUtMWkJQUTUxNy4u

                  17. DCAP X GEW – ENTER TO WIN FREE TICKETS TO “SCRIPTLESS IN SEATTLE” – 2nd posting (2/2)
                  Enjoy a night of laughter and spontaneous creativity at this special DCAP event during Graduate Education Week. Scriptless in Seattle brings fast-paced improv comedy into the spirit of the beloved show Whose Line Is It Anyway? featuring hilarious sketches, improvised musicals, game shows, film noirs, and more. The show is created on the spot with ideas from the audience, and you might even have the chance to come on stage and help shape the story. This event takes place on Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, 7:00 PM at the Lyrics Theater, 135 College Ave, Blacksburg. Students with a valid VT ID randomly selected will receive information on the ticket pick-up location. Only one entry per student per performance. If you have questions, please email grads@vt.edu. Register for a chance to win a free ticket at: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/scriptlessinseattle

                  18. 3M – 2026 RISE SYMPOSIUM – APPLICATION DEADLINE MAY 1, 2026 – 2nd posting
                  3M RISE is intended to introduce emerging science and engineering graduate talent to the wide range of rewarding careers in research and development at one of the world’s most recognized innovation companies. Symposium will take place on August 17-19, 9am-4pm CST, as a Virtual Conference via Microsoft Teams. This program is open to students of all backgrounds. Applicants will be considered based on merit. For more information and to apply: https://3m.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/private/job/US-Minnesota-Maplewood/XMLNAME-3M—2026-RISE-Symposium_R01162004

                  19. HOME BEYOND HOME: A COMMUNITY-BASED PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT – 2nd posting
                  Cranwell International Center is hosting the 3rd annual Home Beyond Home Photography exhibit that celebrates the international student experience. We are looking for photo submissions that celebrate images of international students feel belonging. It can be an image of a moment, person, place, experience, etc. Submissions open until March 31st. Opening night exhibit: April 17. Photo exhibit: April 17- May 1.https://forms.office.com/r/m0FFxp2P2V

                  20. GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION SERIES ON MARCH 26 FEATURES THE CENTER FOR REFUGEE, MIGRANT, AND DISPLACEMENT STUDIES – 2nd posting
                  The Global Development Discussion Series is organized and funded by the Center for International Research, Education, and Development and is co-sponsored by Continuing and Professional Education. 
                  CRMDS Director Brett Shadle will explore the work of the Center, in particular our focus on refugee and migrant education – in Virginia, across the US, and globally. Our partnership with Elimisha Kakuma, a college-access and college-prep program in Kakuma refuge camp, Kenya, will be highlighted by CRMDS Community Engagement Specialist and EK co-founder Deirdre Hand. We will then hear from EK student and incoming VT undergraduate Awel Agot Paruar about her perseverance in overcoming the challenges she faces as a refugee woman to access education Register to attend here: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/cl4ijz7ZQEqthEM66_M9xA

                  21. GO LIVE FOR INTERSTRIDE AT VT – 3rd posting
                  Interstride is an app and digital portal that helps international students and alumni navigate career planning, job searching, and global opportunities—all in one place. It’s integrated with career tools like Handshake and LinkedIn and accessed through a single-sign-on (SSO) website for all VT students.
                  The Interstride app is available on March 2 on the initiative of a campus partnership with Cranwell, the Office of Career and Professional Development, the Pamplin College of Business, and the Graduate School. Learn more at the Office of Career and Professional Development’s website.
                  https://www.interstride.com/vt

                  22. CALL FOR PANELISTS: GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM – 3rd posting

                  The Graduate Honor System relies on trained faculty and graduate students to hear academic integrity violation cases. Become a panelist to help review cases, actively contribute to the ongoing conversation about standards of academic integrity, and build your skills and CV! This is a terrific opportunity to provide high impact service to the academic community without an intensive time commitment. Training is just one hour, and no minimum commitment of service is required of panelists. We are hosting a panelist training on Thursday, March 5, at 11:00 AM EST, on Zoom. Zoom registration required: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/M7EDzv-hQ4SjDzOKi-VTbg

                  23. GREEN GRADUATES PROGRAM – 3rd posting
                  The Green Graduates Program encourages students to reflect on the ways they can be sustainable once they graduate from college. Once that determine what their sustainability goals are, they fill out the green graduates’ pledge form and will receive a free cord for graduation. Form takes approx. 2-5 minutes to fill out. Form Link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjei1qw7kDWVZLv9LBFEsWW-9UM0RSVFFUQ1dPVUhXTzVWNDNKREwzMzJWRCQlQCN0PWcu

                  24. DCAP – ENTER TO WIN FREE TICKETS TO “STEPHANIE LAKE COMPANY” – 3rd  posting
                  Experience the U.S. premiere of Manifesto, a high-energy fusion of dance and percussion by Stephanie Lake Company. Nine dancers and nine drummers perform in front of a vibrant pink velvet curtain, delivering an electrifying display of movement and rhythm. Praised as “a tattoo to optimism,” this 60-minute performance celebrates joy, rebellion, and human connection. Limited tickets are available exclusively for graduate students. This event takes place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, 7:30 PM at Center for the Arts, 190 Alumni Mall, Blacksburg. Students with a valid VT ID randomly selected will receive information on the ticket pick-up location. Only one entry per student per performance. If you have questions, please email grads@vt.edu. Register for a chance to win a free ticket at: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/Stephanie   

                  Jobs   

                  25. GRA POSITION – FALL  2026– 1st posting
                  The ARIES Graduate Research Assistant at University Libraries, will contribute directly to active research projects by designing interactive environments, developing software, conducting user studies, and participating in the publication of research findings. The ideal candidate will have experience in:
                  – Unity (C#) and/or Unreal Engine (C++).
                  – Developing interactive 3D environments or immersive applications.
                  – WebXR or Three.js for browser-based immersive experiences.
                  – Data integration, APIs, or data-driven applications.
                  – Interdisciplinary research and immersive learning technologies, with the ability to design or contribute to user studies or research evaluation.
                  Link to apply: https://forms.gle/PJ7unik9Ya9urw478

                  26. WAGE – GRAD INTERN PEER EDUCATOR IN SVPE  –  2nd posting
                  SVPE is currently hiring for VOICES Peer Educators and Graduate Interns! These roles will focus on gender violence prevention and education and will provide the student with the
                  opportunity to support research, program development, and community outreach efforts aimed at addressing gender based violence.
                  Requirements:
                  Commitment of 5-10 hours per week dependent on programming needs.
                  Attendance at bi-weekly staff meetings (schedule to be determined).
                  Mandatory attendance at our VOICES retreats: Fall September 19th-20th/Spring January 23rd. Application deadline: March 22. Link to application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4ahHZIA0NP99ItYPof62z6g-bLJxrd30cSwyIpld2dXcLBQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115372171409329922906

                  Funding Opportunities:

                  27.  SUMMER CUNNINGHAM FELLOWSHIP – DEADLINE: APRIL 1, 2026
                  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 $8,000 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 (have passed their Preliminary Examination) 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://script.google.com/a/macros/vt.edu/s/AKfycby4VdRhVSe3aq-h9HIjK1tX3TJQ1u5a-CGae1YK4sBLUDFKnqWTGFAr02wziG-322kZ/exec?v=start
                  ** 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, please refer to the following Scholarships and Fellowships: Important Tax Information for Students .

                  28. APPLY TO BE A FUTURE LEADER FOR FOOD & AGRICULTURE (FFAR) FELLOW – DEADLINE: APRIL 15, 2026
                  Applications for the Professional Development category are due April 15, with notifications sent by May 15. Students from any U.S. or Canadian university may apply for either category. Funding is provided through equal matching sponsorship between FFAR and non-federal partners, including industry, NGOs, commodity organizations, or other approved sources. Sponsorships may be combined to meet required totals. The three-year match requirement is $15,000 for professional development fellows. In-kind support is not permitted. Applicants must secure committed sponsors before submitting a full application. Professional Development applicants are encouraged, but not required, to have non-academic support. https://ffarfellows.org/apply/

                  Volunteers and Research Participants Sought 

                  29. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: AI ETHICS AND POLICY THROUGH THEATRE – 1st posting
                  Looking for new perspectives and ways to talk about AI? Unpack and envision its potential future and ethical implications through storytelling, improv, and dynamic dialogues. The workshops will take place on March 23 (12:30-2:00 pm), April 10 (10-11:30 am), and April 20 (11-12:30 pm) in Theatre 101 (200 College Avenue). This project has been made possible in part by a grant from Virginia Tech’s Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology. Open to all. Experience in computer science or computer engineering is recommended but not required. Participants may attend one or more workshops, and will receive a $15 Amazon digital gift card for every session they attend. Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/mTX4x7nPGg

                  30. MIXED REALITY GROUP DISCUSSION STUDY – 1st posting (1/2)
                  A research study about in-person group discussions and new discussion support tools. Participant qualifications: 18 years of age or older.
                  Fluent in English (reading and speaking).
                  Have no history of severe motion sickness, seizures, or photosensitive epilepsy.
                  Compensation:$25. If interested, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/wvqwoP8WE6XzTq586

                  31. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR SURVEY ON STUDENT LEISURE AND STRESS – 1st posting
                  We are seeking participants to complete an anonymous survey that examines how college students spend their free time in relation to their perceived stress levels. This survey is a Microsoft Form and should no longer than 5 minutes to fill out. If you are willing to fill out the survey, please see the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/dhXLuHjVVy

                  32. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI TOOL USER STUDY – 1st posting (1/2)
                  This study aims to improve the experience of providing programming feedback in large-scale programming courses. Participants will test a tool for viewing students’ code submissions and giving feedback at scale. We are looking for participants who have teaching experience (eg. instructor, GSI, TA, tutor), and have experience in Python. Participants will be compensated $30 for their time and effort upon completion of the user study. If interested, please fill out the recruitment  form: https://forms.gle/8pE7gBzyA7hjF9ZWA

                  33. VIRGINIA JUNIOR ACADEMY OF SCIENCE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM VOLUNTEERS – 2nd posting
                  The Virginia Junior Academy of Science (VJAS) is looking for virtual readers and in-person judges to judge their high-school science symposium. Graduate students and faculty are encouraged to volunteer! Location: Hampden-Sydney College OR Virtual. For more information on being a judge: https://vjas.org/judges.html https://vjas.org/2026-symposium.html

                  34. VOLUNTEERS FOR KIDS’ TECH UNIVERSITY EN ESPAÑOL- 2nd posting
                  We are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers for the annual Kids’ Tech University ¡en Español!, which is scheduled for Sat. April 18th, 2026. Volunteers are needed to 1) Help lead a STEM-inspired activity, 2) Guide families to/from a VT food court for lunch 3) Assist with the morning lecture. Lunch and a t-shirt will be provided for all the volunteers! Volunteers should be Intermediate level to fluent Spanish speakers (preferred). Please email ktu-espanol@groups.office365.vt.edu for additional information and please fill out the survey to add you to the info session prior to the event: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjejI6xhH5iQtFo-8CNpf7yC5UOU44WEpNMDBSNFA2OFNGNDRMUTA2QVdTOSQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

                  35. INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE: STUDY ON LOCATION-BASED GAMES FOR SOCIAL PLAY OVER DISTANCE (IRB #24-674) – 1st posting (1/2)
                  We are inviting participants to take part in a research study exploring how Location-Based Games (LBGs) can be designed to support social play and connection between people in different locations.
                  In this study, you and a companion will play a prototype Location-Based Game, complete a short survey, and participate in a follow-up interview to share your experience. Participants must be at least 18 years old and able to provide informed consent. Participants will receive a $15 USD Amazon gift card in appreciation for their time. If you are interested in participating, please complete the screener survey below to confirm your eligibility: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AWr90Z8EAz

                  36. SEEKING PARTICIPANTS FOR AN EDUCATIONAL AI RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
                  We are conducting a research study (IRB #26-039) on how students interact with AI coding assistants. Participants will complete a 60-minute Zoom session where they will use a web-based programming platform to complete Python tasks and then review and label their session, followed by brief follow-up questions. Your participation will help us understand how to better support students in programming courses. Participant qualifications: Virginia Tech students, 18 years or older, with experience in Python programming. Compensation: $20 via your choice of Venmo, Zelle, or Amazon gift card. If interested, please sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfghReZCcr-B4-GDd3EO1sYQwQxhPCm0IzJTseJqn9XFg5Qew/viewform?usp=publish-editor

                  37. 30-MINUTE VOLLEYBALL JUMP SPIKE STUDY – 3rd posting
                  The Granata Biomechanics Lab is recruiting healthy, male and female volleyball players ages 14-25 for a 30-minute study on landing mechanics during volleyball-specific jump landing tasks. The tasks consist of a drop vertical jump, a unilateral reach, and a jump spike. The goal of this study is to understand current injury screening methods and how to make them more applicable to volleyball players. Eligibility: 14-25 years old, no current pain or injury, has played volleyball for at least one-year, and has played for a minimum of 1 hour per week for the past 2 months or more. If you are interested, please complete the following survey: https://forms.office.com/r/gLMFqCRzWS

                  38. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED! – 3rd posting
                  The purpose of this research is to understand which emotions people most want to convey to their significant others in remote communication and what types of music they associate with expressing different emotions. Participant eligibility: 18 years or older; Experience communicating online or remotely with significant others (romantic partners, family members, or close friends) who live in a different state or farther away. Compensation: $10 in cash or extra credit if the instructor allows. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZa2FELLfEQ3D7pH34b6bRXokCi_0wUMHbRxG4Wx42i0l7XA/viewform

                  Upcoming Events   

                  39. GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK: OFF TO A GOOD START – FREE DONUT & COFFEE DROP-IN
                  Monday, March 23, 8:30 – 11am, GLC 120
                  Ease into Grad Ed Week with a sweet meetup. Swing by GLC 120 for free donuts, coffee, and conversation with Graduate School staff and fellow grads. Come for the treats, stay for the community—no RSVP, just roll in when you can. Check out the full listing of events here:  https://graduateschool.vt.edu/student-services/graduate-education-week.html

                  40. KEYS TO INNER KINDNESS – Monday, March 23, 6-7pm, Squires 340
                  Join us to explore how Gender Based Violence and societal pressures shape body image, and discuss body neutrality – focusing on what our bodies do, not how they look. We’ll also create affirmation keychains as reminders of our strength and worth. https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/12310510

                  41. GRAD MOVIE NIGHT AT THE LYRIC: MOVIE TBA – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Monday March 23, 7:00pm, The Lyric Theatre, Blacksburg, VAGather your grad crew and head to The Lyric Theatre for a relaxing movie night to kick off the week, in the newly refurbished theatre! The film is selected by the theater, and they will be showing the film Ponyo from acclaimed anime director, Hayoa Myazak. Treat yourself to a low‑key, high‑vibe Monday night. Pick up a free ticket in 120 GLC, Monday -Friday, 9am-4pm. Tickets may be picked up starting on Monday, March 16, through Monday March 23.  One ticket per graduate student. Learn more about the movie on The Lyric’s website: https://www.thelyric.com/calendar/

                  42. GOOD TO GO: GRADUATE SCHOOL REVIEW OF ETDS – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Monday, March 23, 8-9:15pm, Zoom
                  Ready your Electronic Thesis or Dissertation (ETD) for its big debut! In this virtual session, we’ll go over what the Graduate School looks for when we review your ETD for formatting. Students will receive tips on how to prepare your ETDs for submission so that they are quickly approved.  Estimated duration – 1 hour 15 minutes Meeting ID: 864 2784 6905  Invite Link: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/86427846905

                  43. DEFYING WRITER’S BLOCK: ALL-DAY WRITING RETREAT – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Tuesday, March 24, 9am – 4pm,  GLC or Zoom
                  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. For more information about the Writing Series visit – https://graduateschool.vt.edu/professional-development/professional-development-series.htmlThis event is a part of Graduate Education Week!  Coffee, snacks, and lunch will be provided to in-person participants. https://forms.office.com/r/S3V1f8vz3h 

                  44. INTRO TO PYTHON FOR DATA ANALYSIS WORKSHOPS
                  Tuesday, March 24, 9am-12pm, Zoom
                  Interested in improving your data and computing skills for conducting open and reproducible research? Join us for hands-on workshops for data analysis in Python on Zoom. The Library is hosting a set of two workshops on getting started with data analysis and reproducible research in Python on 24 and 31 March. You can take the workshops as a series or choose one that best fits your experience and needs. The workshops are open to all VT community members. You do not need any experience with Python to participate, but you will need access to a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/16053389

                  45. NSPIRE LECTURE SERIES
                  Tuesday, March 24, 9:30am Virtual (Zoom)
                  You are invited to attend the Notable Scholars Promoting Innovative Research and Ethics (NSPIRE) lecture series on Tuesday, March 24. Three notable scholars will share their work and the ethical decisions they face in their research journey. All three presenters are Innovative Research and Ethical Impact (IREI) fellows who have participated in an intervention designed to assist researchers in identifying and addressing the ethical dimensions of their work. NSPIRE events are open to all Virginia Tech community members interested in research integrity and ethical scholarship. The NSPIRE event consists of three sessions scheduled throughout the day. Attendance at all sessions is optional; please participate in those that align best with your interests and availability. 
                  https://www.research.vt.edu/events/nspire-march-24.html

                  46. FLYING HIGH WITH YOUR CLIFTON STRENGTHS – LUNCH INCLUDED – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Tuesday, March 24 12:00-1:30pm, GLC Room CHave you taken your Clifton Strengths Assessement?  Did you know, Virginia Tech is the first university in the nation to offer the internationally recognized Gallup® Clifton Strengths assessment FREE to all students? The assessment only takes about 20 minutes to complete and will help you learn about how you work, what you value, where you excel, and who you are becoming. Lunch will be provided at this workshop where you will identify your Top 5 strengths and learn how to put them to work in teams, labs, and leadership roles. This interactive workshop turns self‑awareness into momentum—perfect for mid‑week motivation and purpose‑driven impact. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjepevaFUBOatNi_cyklXTkCBUNFVGWEtTVlFYRDk0WTcwV0JWUTRZOEhZMC4u&route=shorturl 

                  47. STORY SHARING SESSION – RURAL EDUCATION SUMMIT (POST SECONDARY PATHWAYS)
                  Tuesday, March 24, 3-4pm, Torgersen 3310 classroom – Newman Library
                  The Center for Rural Education is hosting a Rural Education Summit centered on the theme Postsecondary Pathways. As part of Rural Fest on March 24, 2026, this interactive story-sharing session will be held from 3:00 to 4:00 PM in Newman Library, Torgersen 3310 Classroom. We invite participants to share what postsecondary opportunity looks like for rural and small-town youth in your country or community. Your story may reflect your lived experience or how pathways typically unfold where you are. You are also welcome to attend simply to listen, reflect, and join the discussion as we surface barriers, highlight breakthroughs, and imagine new possibilities together. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftljmwmdf-Y8DOzneZGOIVWRT5V1jdiIbmYAEkWVvsWQOVFA/viewform?usp=header

                  48. C.A.L.M. BINGO – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Tuesday, March 24, 5:30pm, GLC B
                  Explore and apply the best practices of the Choose Accessible Learning Materials (C.A.L.M.) campaigns — including captions, accessible links and slides, color contrast, and meaningful, simplified structure — to create more accessible digital content. Whether you’re new to digital accessibility or looking to deepen your knowledge in an energizing environment, this session will leave you equipped with practical strategies and a deeper understanding of how small steps can have BIG impact. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/iu2DXdR1hw

                  49. GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENT SENATE (GPSS) 42ND ANNUAL RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM AND EXPOSITION – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Wednesday, March 24, 9:00am-4:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room and Meeting Rooms
                  Join the GPSS 42nd Annual Research Symposium for a full day of graduate scholarship and cross‑disciplinary exchange in the GLC. Stroll through posters, catch rapid‑fire talks, and meet scholars pushing boundaries in labs, studios, and communities. Come curious; leave inspired. Learn more HERE: https://gpss.vt.edu/programs/gsars.html

                  50. NO WIZARD REQUIRED: SMART STRATEGIES FOR THE JOB SEARCH – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Wednesday, March 25, 11:00-11:30am, Zoom: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/89581902745
                  Looking for work shouldn’t require sorcery—just smart strategy and the right support. In this workshop, Career and Professional Development will walk you through how to identify strong-fit opportunities, tailor your materials, expand your network, and job search with intention (and less stress!). Register here:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjepevaFUBOatNi_cyklXTkCBUMlZLWEU5TTBYNFpKTjRVMEdSVjFPVTJYSC4u

                  51. 2026 ONLINE ACADEMIC POSTDOC HIRING FAIR
                  Wednesday, March 25, 12:30-4:30pm, Online, via Handshake
                  The virtual Academic Postdoc Hiring Fair connects Ph.Ds. with academies and organizations across the nation who are hiring Postdoctoral: Trainees, Fellows, Research Associates or Scholars. Current hiring institutions include MD Anderson, St. Jude, UT Southwestern, and CHOP, with more to be added. https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/57723f29-5481-48f4-9d3f-2bf411f072df/student_preview

                  52. DEFYING DISTANCE – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Wednesday, March 25, 5:30pm, GLC Room F and Zoom
                  Graduate school often means big transitions and sometimes being far away from the people who matter most. Whether you’re navigating a relationship across cities, states, or countries, this workshop will explore practical tools for maintaining connection while prioritizing your well-being. Join the Cook Counseling Center and the Office of Sexual Violence Prevention and Education (SVPE) for an interactive workshop designed specifically for graduate students either in person or on Zoom. Zoom link will be emailed. https://forms.gle/fwgxBUqsAMQx9NyL9

                  53. GOOD WRITING, GOOD CITING: USING ITHENTICATE – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENTWednesday, March 25, 7:00-8:00pm, Zoom
                  Master iThenticate and strengthen your scholarly voice. We’ll cover how to submit, interpret similarity reports, and decide what to revise, exclude, or cite. Come with questions; leave with clarity.https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTKq2zg61R2VVEDfJffo9YprAFyKQtrC6m7RfrAnIcUKJa9g/viewform

                  54.  THOSE WHO DON’T TRY NEVER LOOK FOOLISH – HOKIE HICCUPS: GRADUATE MENTORSHIP EDITION – GRADUATE EDUCATION EWEEK  EVENT
                  Thursday, March 26, 9:30am, GLC B
                  Hokie Hiccups was created by Hokie Wellness to normalize the struggles, rejections, mistakes that we all experience! This event aims to dismantle the idea that everyone else is navigating student life at Virginia Tech perfectly or effortlessly. Come listen to graduate students’ experiences of failure in graduate school or on their path to it! (Or even join us to share your own story!) All are welcome, coffee & snacks provided. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/YTufTcwkWh

                  55. YOUR VOICE FOR GOOD – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Thursday, March 26, 5:30-7pm, GLC Room B and Zoom
                  SVPE wants to hear from you! Please join us for an interactive listening session to share your thoughts and identify areas where SVPE can grow to better serve graduate students. Refreshments will be provided for in person participants.  Please use https://forms.gle/LWcEcvtUvUcmGScE8 to register by March 23.

                  56. PREPARED, POLISHED AND POPULAR: STRATEGIES FOR INTERVIEW SUCCESS – GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK EVENT
                  Friday, March 27, 11-11:30am, Zoom
                  Join Career and Professional Development for this skill‑building workshop focused on answering questions with confidence, showcasing your strengths, and leaving interviewers enchanted.  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjepevaFUBOatNi_cyklXTkCBUMlZLWEU5TTBYNFpKTjRVMEdSVjFPVTJYSC4u

                  57. IF WE WORK IN TANDEM; FOSTERING WELLBEING IN MENTORING ENVIRONMENTS
                  Friday, March 27, 1:30pm, or Wednesday, April 8, 9:00am, Various locations
                  Join Allison Jones, Catherine Cotrupi, and Kamillah Kassam for a mentoring workshop created by the Equity in Graduate Education Consortium. Whether you’re finding a mentor, being a mentor, or both, this session offers practical moves for stronger, healthier mentoring dynamics. Learn to set expectations, communicate needs, and grow together. This event is part of a national effort to enhance mentoring skills for graduate students, postdocs, and current and future faculty, to advance equity-minded and mindful-mentoring practices. Graduate student-only session: March 27th 1:30pm-3:30pm. or April 8, 9:00am-11:00am https://forms.office.com/r/39DszXgTgz

                  58. THE BIG COOKOUT + EMERALD CITY SELFIE STATION
                  March 27, 5:00-6:30pm, Grad School Lawn and GLC Multipurpose Room, Blacksburg Campus
                  Graduate students and their families are invited to enjoy food, music, and games.  Hethwood Market will provide meat and vegetarian options.

                  59. NOWRUZ (PERSIAN NEW YEAR)
                  Friday, March 27, 7-10pm, Squires Student Center, Commonwealth Ballroom
                  The Iranian Society at Virginia Tech invites the VT community to Nowruz Festival 1405 (2528 Imperial), a program honoring the Persian New Year and the enduring significance of Iranian cultural traditions. In light of recent losses and ongoing hardships in our homeland, this year’s event will take the form of a reflective “Black Nowruz” focused on remembrance, solidarity, and community care. The gathering aims to preserve cultural identity while creating space for mourning, connection, and mutual support. RSVP: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/qQnA7Ed1mj

                  60.  VT AWM SYMPOSIUM ON MATHEMATICAL EXCELLENCE IN VIRGINIA
                  Saturday, March 28, 9am, Data and Decision Sciences
                  The abstract submission is open for the Virginia Tech AWM Symposium on Mathematical Excellence on Saturday, March 28, 2026 and is due February 20th. All undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics, CMDA or students worked on math-related projects (ex: cybersecurity) are welcome to submit an abstract. We hope to see you there! The link is here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HjXbV2CP1u. Meals will be provided.

                  61. PART-TIME GRADUATE STUDENT SUPPORT GROUP
                  Monday, March 30, and Wednesday, April 15, 12-1pm, GLC room B and Zoom
                  Are you a part-time student seeking community, accountability, and motivation in your graduate school journey? Join us in-person or on Zoom for Bring-Your-Own Lunch and casual conversation. Connect with other part-time graduate students in navigating the unique challenges and accomplishments of part-time graduate work. Register to attend either, or both sessions here: https://forms.office.com/r/7HHFGEK0k8

                  62.  FINANCES AFTER GRADUATION: COLLEGE OF SCIENCE
                  Monday, March 30, 5:30-6:30pm, Data & Decision Sciences, Room 180
                  Our Finances After Graduation workshop will provide college seniors with practical tools to navigate budgeting, student loans, taxes, and other real‑world money questions. Join the College of Science and Hokie Wellness for a judgment-free session designed to help you start your post-college life on strong financial footing. This event is geared towards graduating seniors; however, all are welcome! Both undergraduate and graduate students can benefit from the information. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jess Hoopengardner at jessh@vt.edu at least 10 business days prior to the event. https://gobblerconnect.vt.edu/event/12280676

                  63. FIND YOUR NEXT ON-CAMPUS JOB AT THE 2026 CAMPUS STUDENT EMPLOYMENT FAIR! – APRIL 6
                  Monday, April 6, 11am-3pm, Owens Ballroom
                  Career and Professional Development and University Scholarships and Financial Aid are excited to host the Spring 2026 Campus Student Employment Fair on Monday, April 6th, from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM in the Owens Ballroom.
                  At this fair, you’ll be able to:
                  • Speak to campus departments
                  • Learn about part-time jobs, internships, research roles, and Federal Work-Study opportunities
                  • Ask questions and make meaningful connections
                  • Explore opportunities that fit your schedule and career goals
                  Whether you’re seeking your first campus job or looking for a new opportunity, this event is designed to help you take the next step. This event is open to students of all academic levels.
                  We look forward to seeing you there!
                  https://vt.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/e3d45715-ad53-43cf-9dd5-feb5aa1ac745/student_preview

                  64. WORKSHOP: WRITING SUCCESSFUL STUDENT-INITIATED PROPOSALS
                  Thursday, April 23, 10am-12pm, Virtual
                  Graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are invited to a workshop on preparing effective student-initiated research proposals. Presenters will share tips, resources, and strategies to strengthen proposals and enhance funding success. The session will cover strategies for developing effective proposals and using university resources that support proposal writing and submission. The goal is to help participants strengthen their proposals and contribute to the success of Virginia Tech’s student-initiated research funding efforts. Breakout sessions will address proposal development for NIH, NSF, and Humanities/Social Sciences/Education projects. The workshop will be held virtually and is open to all interested participants; register here: RSVP Form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjetT9we5iFEpHl4mvNhX4JHxUNFg4UlIyVDRPRjlXREJGU00wMjUzVERYTy4u&route=shorturl