This Week’s Events:
0. Ongoing Services – updated 2/1/21
1. INTRODUCTION TO STORYTELLING FOR SCIENTISTS
2. ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER DESI AMERICAN (APIDA) STUDENT SUPPORT: GRADUATE SCHOOL
3. LET’S EXPERIENCE QOYA: SLOW DOWN TO FEEL
4. TEACHING 101: THE NUTS & BOLTS OF TEACHING
5. VIRTUAL INTERVIEWING
6. GLC CAFÉ
7. GOD STILL SPEAKS: SURGEON-PROPHET STUART QUARTEMONT TO SPEAK AT INTERVARSITY GCF
8. INTERSECTION OF PASSIONS: AN EVENING WITH CELLIST & SONGWRITER MEGAN CARLIER TAVANI
9. THE ASIAN AMERICAN STUDENT UNION (AASU) PRESENTS: AN EVENING WITH DANTE BASCO
Administrative Announcements:
10. GRADUATE STUDENT BUDGET BOARD FUNDING REQUESTS NOW OPEN – 1st posting
11. GRAD 5124: RESEARCH SKILLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – REGISTER NOW! – 1st posting
12. VIRTUAL SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS WORKSHOP OFFERED THIS SUMMER – 1st posting
13. VIRTUAL ART EXHIBIT AND PANEL: INTERFAITH, SOCIAL JUSTICE, & ARTS – 1st posting
14. WOMEN’S MONTH 2021 – 3rd posting
15. FREE FINANCIAL COACHING FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 3rd posting
16. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR THE GLC WEEKLY APRIL-1 SPECIAL EDITION – 3rd posting
17. GRADUATE STUDENT FACILIATORS NEEDED FOR HOKIE WELLNESS INITIATIVE – 3rd posting
Jobs:
18. 2021-2022 GRADUATE ASSISTANT POSITION – OFFICE OF GLOBAL ENGINEERING, ENGAGEMENT, AND RESEARCH (GEER) – 1st posting
19. GRADUATE RESIDENT FELLOW POSITION – HONORS COMMONS 2021-2022 – 2nd posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
20. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COVID COMPANIONS PROGRAM – 1st posting
21. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR EMOTION REGULATION AND EVALUATIONS OF LEADERS RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
22. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR EDAMAME SENSORY STUDY -1st posting
23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AUGMENTED REALITY RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
24. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ECHO LAB AR RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
25. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ON-LINE SURVEY ON DRINKING WATER BEHAVIOR – 2nd posting
26. CHILDREN AGED 3-4 AND THEIR PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd posting
27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR REMOTE LEARNING SURVEY – 3rd posting
Upcoming Events:
28. APIDA MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP THEME: PERFORMATIVE ACTIVISM AND BOBA LIBERALISM – April 5
29. IS BEAUTY A GUIDE TO TRUTH? – April 8
30. UNCOVERING YOUR VALUES SEMINAR – April 8
31. INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT JOB SEARCH STRATEGY – April 8
32. ACEC PRESENTS: NIGHTTIME GUIDED MEDITATION WITH VIVEK RAJAN – April 8
33. MAXIMIZING LINKEDIN – April 12
34. CRAFTING YOUR PERSONAL SCIENCE STORY – April 13 and 15
35. CHARADES: GAME TIME WITH THE GRADUATE SCHOOL – April 13
36. THE FRONTERA PROJECT – REGISTER NOW! – April 13
37. VIRGINIA TECH GRADUATE SCHOOL CERTIFICATE INFORMATION SESSION – April 14
38. KITE FLYING ON THE DRILLFIELD – REGISTER NOW! – April 19
39. CRAFTING A STORY OF YOUR RESEARCH – April 20 and 22
40. “SYSTEMS APPROACH TO DISASTER RESILIENCE” – SEMINAR BY ZAHRAA SAIYED – April 30
0. Ongoing Services – updated 2/1/21
· GRADUATE SCHOOL: In person drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials M-F 1:00-3:00pm, 120 GLC. Request one-on-one assistantship or academic advising by using our online request form to set-up a Zoom session.
· CAREER ADVISING: schedule virtual career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html
· COOK COUNSELING: Drop-in Zoom hours, Tuesdays 10am-12pm and Thursdays and Fridays 3pm-5pm, Zoom links found here. To make an appointment, visit: https://vt-ucc.titaniumhwc.com/ScheduleGraduateFirstCookConnect
· WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/
· GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradstudentombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573
1. INTRODUCTION TO STORYTELLING FOR SCIENTISTS
Tuesday, March 30 or Thursday, April 1, 12-1pm, Zoom
The Center for Communicating Science has engaged The Story Collider to offer a series of workshops, which begin with this introduction to storytelling for scientists’ workshop. This introduction to science storytelling is fun, fast, and very hands-on. You will spend time learning to be a better listener! Register for either date here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-storytelling-for-scientists-tickets-138860699089
2. ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER DESI AMERICAN (APIDA) STUDENT SUPPORT: GRADUATE SCHOOL
Tuesday, March 30, 2pm and Wednesday, March 31, 11am, Zoom
Join Dean Karen P. DePauw and the Graduate School for an opportunity to share your concerns and other emotions related to the anti-Asian violence that occurred as well as to the race-based trauma that continues and provide space to strategize about ways your graduate student experience can be improved. There are two opportunities to join these sessions. Register for the March 30 session at http://bit.ly/AsianStudentSupport-Session1 Register for the March 31 session at http://bit.ly/AsianStudentSupport-Session2. VT zoom authentication required for registration. All are welcome to attend including allies of the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) community. For questions or additional information, please email the Office of Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion at ordi@vt.edu.
3. LET’S EXPERIENCE QOYA: SLOW DOWN TO FEEL
Tuesday, March 30, 3-4pm, Zoom
Experience a virtual Qoya class facilitated by Dr. Laura Farmer, where graduate students learn how to take time to slow down. Qoya provides a roadmap for slowing down to feel your inner guidance, reconnect to your essence, and dance your intentions into being. No prior dance experience necessary; just a willingness to move and have fun! You will need a computer or device to connect to the Zoom class, a yoga mat, and a water bottle. Register to attend here http://bit.ly/VTGradQoya
4. TEACHING 101: THE NUTS & BOLTS OF TEACHING
Tuesday, March 30, 6pm, Zoom
VTGrATE Fellows are organizing a virtual workshop on March 30 @ 6PM for all graduate students that would like to learn more on how to teach online or in a classroom. Pre-Registration is required, all are welcome! Register here: tinyurl.com/25sm8hca
5. VIRTUAL INTERVIEWING
Wednesday, March 31, 4-5pm, Zoom
Preparing for a virtual job interviewing can be similar to an in-person interview in many ways, but also requires new strategies and preparation. Graduate students attending this workshop will learn how to succeed in a virtual interview, for both academia and industry jobs. Register here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/643480/share_preview Contact Alyssa Rametta if you have questions: alyssarametta@vt.edu
6. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, April 1, 4-5:00pm, Zoom https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/97678968202
Pour yourself a cup of tea or coffee and join fellow grads and Grad School staff for some casual conversation and the occasional game via Zoom. If you have questions or concerns about this event, email Monika Gibson at gibsonm@vt.edu.
7. GOD STILL SPEAKS: SURGEON-PROPHET STUART QUARTEMONT TO SPEAK AT INTERVARSITY GCF
Thursday, April 1, 4-5pm, Zoom
Dr. Stuart is a surgeon with more than 30 years of practice in ER and family medicine. He is also a prophet – an ordained minister with a special ability to tell the past, present and future of complete strangers. On Thursday, Dr. Stuart will share about his global adventures as a prophet and surgeon. Register for free at www.gcfvt.org for the zoom event. Sponsored by Intervarsity Graduate Christian Fellowship.
8. INTERSECTION OF PASSIONS: AN EVENING WITH CELLIST & SONGWRITER MEGAN CARLIER TAVANI
Thursday, April 1, 8pm, Online
As part of the concert, Megan Carlier Tavani will pay tribute to her Asian American experience through music and poetry, including reflections on her recent encounter with Yo-Yo Ma. The performance will feature original songs from her new project, davy, solo cello works, and her award-winning poetry. Registration Link: https://rb.gy/wsepdb
9. THE ASIAN AMERICAN STUDENT UNION (AASU) PRESENTS: AN EVENING WITH DANTE BASCO
Friday, April 2, 5-7:30pm, Zoom
Best known for his roles as Zuko in the hit animated series Avatar the Last Airbender, Rufio in Hook, and Jake Long from American Dragon: Jake Long, Dante Basco is an American film, television, and voice actor who has guided many of us through our childhood years until now. This event will include a 45-minute talk by Dante Basco and a 45 minute Q&A with AASU and the audience. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased here: https://tinyurl.com/h823urkt All proceeds go to support AASU.
10. GRADUATE STUDENT BUDGET BOARD FUNDING REQUESTS NOW OPEN – 1st posting
The Graduate Student Budget Board Funding Requests are open now. All graduate student organizations with “Graduate” in their title are eligible to apply for funding requests. The funding categories will include Conference/Travel/Online Symposium Funding, Food for Events and Meetings and Outreach events. Please follow this link for more details:
https://gsa.vt.edu/advocacy/gsbb-announcement.html and feel free to contact gsa@vt.edu
11. GRAD 5124: RESEARCH SKILLS FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – REGISTER NOW! – 1st posting
Take your research to the next level! Sign up in Hokie SPA for GRAD 5124: Research Skills for Graduate Students, a 1-credit, pass/fail, fully-online course offered by University Libraries in fall 2021. Four discipline-specific sections are offered, so be sure to sign up for the section that relates to your subject area! Contact Lisa at lisab5@vt.edu with questions.
12. VIRTUAL SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS WORKSHOP OFFERED THIS SUMMER – 1st posting
The University Libraries will be hosting a virtual Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (SRMA) Deep-Dive this summer. In this session, participants will be given the opportunity to practice skills required for a SRMA through hands-on experiences and guidance from the Evidence Synthesis Services Team and collaborators (e.g., SAIG). If you’ve already started your own SR/MA or have a research question in mind, you’re encouraged to bring it to this session. If not, we’ll have examples prepared for you to practice with. It is expected that participants will come with a basic understanding of SRMA or evidence synthesis methodology. If this event is of interest to you,please fill out a brief interest form by April 9th to help us plan! This event is open to all, regardless of discipline. Send any questions to Cozette (cozette@vt.edu).
13. VIRTUAL ART EXHIBIT AND PANEL: INTERFAITH, SOCIAL JUSTICE, & ARTS – 1st posting
Students, faculty, staff and the community are invited to submit artworks that express how their worldviews, religious, spiritual, or secular beliefs inform their perspectives in social justice efforts Art must be submitted by April 10. The exhibit launch will bring together a panel of three outstanding artists on Wednesday, April 21, 5:30-7pm: Anne Elise Thomas, PhD, Katy Shepard, and Jon Catherwood-Ginn. The panel will be moderated by Mohammed Ba-Aoum, doctoral student and Grad School Diversity Scholar) Visit the website to submit your artwork and register for the panel: https://dos.vt.edu/interfaithart. This is sponsored by the VT Interfaith Council and a Graduate School Diversity Scholar.
14. WOMEN’S MONTH 2021 – 3rd posting
March is Women’s month and the Women’s Center at Virginia Tech has organized a wide range of events and activities open to the VT community. To see a calendar of the month’s events, please visit the Women’s Center website: https://www.womenscenter.vt.edu/content/womenscenter_vt_edu/en/Program/womens-month.html
15. FREE FINANCIAL COACHING FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 3rd posting
Graduate students are able to schedule financial coaching appointments with a representative from Hokie Wellness to discuss topics including budgeting, credit, and managing debt/student loan repayment. If grad students would like to sign up for one of our existing appointment slots, they can select any time that works best for their schedules at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c054eaeae22a7ff2-financial
16. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR THE GLC WEEKLY APRIL-1 SPECIAL EDITION – 3rd posting
Get published in a peer-viewed online weekly notice: Submit your fake event description, faux call for research subjects, and other nonexistent opportunities for graduate students for the April 1 special edition of the GLC weekly listserv posting. Exercise your imagination and writing skills and earn extra points (in the form of chocolate) for a creative event or research idea, succinct description, and completeness of details. Submission deadline: March 31, 6:00pm. Send to gibsonm@vt.edu, with subject line: You are a fool.
17. GRADUATE STUDENT FACILIATORS NEEDED FOR HOKIE WELLNESS INITIATIVE – 3rd posting
FEELS (Facilitating Effective Emotional Learning & Support) is a team of trained graduate-level students within Hokie Wellness who facilitate educational workshops and outreach about mental health and emotional well-being. The goals of the FEELS team are to normalize mental health struggles and to help students learn resiliency skills to care for their emotional wellness. FEELS is recruiting graduate students of all majors / programs of study for the 2021-2022 academic year. FEELS members engage with topics such as effective self-care / coping, growth mindset, supportive self-talk, interpersonal skills, assertive communication, & cognitive distortions. FEELS members gain personal and professional development on mental health skill building, public health approaches, program development and assessment, facilitation / leadership skills, & more! Most importantly, FEELS members get to engage the Virginia Tech community in a fun, interactive, empathetic, & creative way! FEELS positions often come with a semester stipend and have the potential to be used for academic credit. The deadline for applications is Monday, March 29, 2021. Please read the following webpage for complete details before applying: hokiewellness.vt.edu/FEELS . The link to the application is also on this page. If you have questions, contact Swathi Prabhu at swathip@vt.edu.
18. 2021-2022 GRADUATE ASSISTANT POSITION – OFFICE OF GLOBAL ENGINEERING, ENGAGEMENT, AND RESEARCH (GEER) – 1st posting
The GEER Office in the College of Engineering is responsible for supporting and promoting the international activities of the college, including education abroad and exchange programs for students, international research and faculty activities, hosting international visitors, and international alumni relations. The graduate assistant provides support for the activities and initiatives of the GEER office. The focus of this position is the development, implementation and administrative support of the office’s Global Ambassador Program and online learning and campus outreach activities. These support developing global engineering competencies across the College of Engineering. The position includes coordinating special events and supporting the office’s portfolio of Canvas modules and co-curricular activities. A full description of the opportunity and directions to apply can be found here: https://eng.vt.edu/academics/international-programs/student-resources-for-international-programs/graduate-assistant-position.html We will begin to review applications April 1.
19. GRADUATE RESIDENT FELLOW POSITION – HONORS COMMONS 2021-2022 – 2nd posting
The Honors Residential Commons is seeking a full-time graduate student for the 2021-2022 academic year to serve as a graduate resident fellow. A Graduate Resident Fellow (GRF) is a leader in the Honors Residential Commons that helps support community development through programming, advising, and support of residential college initiatives. GRF must be a full-time graduate student at Virginia Tech and remain in good academic standing. A commitment to fostering strong intellectual and social engagement between undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty and staff are required. Review the GRF application call-out to understand requirements and compensation for the position here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fHc-SKebpH0Gwt4bjMxHh0_UTjJbbry2/view?usp=sharing Candidates should submit a resume, letter of interest, and three professional references to Faculty Principal Dr. Pablo Tarazaga (ptarazag@vt.edu) and Student Life Coordinator Page Fetter (pfetter@vt.edu). Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with priority consideration given to those who submit their materials by 5pm on Friday, March 26th, 2021. If you have questions, contact Page Fetter at pfetter@vt.edu.
20. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COVID COMPANIONS PROGRAM – 1st posting
COVID-19 has had a great effect on the older adult population, where many are isolated in their homes. The Virginia Tech Public Health Program, the Virginia Tech Center for Gerontology, the New River Valley Health Task Force, and the Blacksburg Police Department have coordinated to develop a COVID Companions program that seeks to reduce this social isolation. COVID Companions is a buddy program that connects older adults with a friend within the NRV community. The program includes weekly phone calls, video-calls, or pen pals between the older adult and the companion. The COVID Companions leadership team is looking for student volunteers of any age and background to become companion volunteers. Interested student volunteers should contact Callyn Niesen at calruth@vt.edu
21. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR EMOTION REGULATION AND EVALUATIONS OF LEADERS RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
You’re invited to participate in a dissertation study examining the impact of emotion regulation on evaluations of leaders. This is an online Zoom/Qualtrics study that will last about 50 minutes and you’ll receive a $10 Amazon gift card as compensation. During the session, you will watch a Pollock documentary and scenes from the tv show “The Office” and may be asked to regulate your emotions as you watch these videos. This part of the study will be video-recorded on Zoom. Then you will watch more videos of a leader and business managers and answer some surveys related to what you have watched. You need to be 18+ and proficient in English to participate. Male participants especially needed. Contact Elsheba at elsheba@vt.edu if you’re interested! IRB# 20-336
22. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR EDAMAME SENSORY STUDY -1st posting
The VT Sensory Evaluation Lab is recruiting volunteers (18+ years old) to participate in a new sensory study ofedamame (vegetable soybeans)(IRB-18-310). Participants will be asked to taste edamame samples, describe their impressions, and answer a short survey. If you have allergies to soy products or are pregnant you are asked to refrain from participating. There is no compensation, but all participants are eligible to enjoy a nice snack after completing the test. Study will be on Tuesday, March 30- Friday, April 2 from 10am-5:30pm,in the VT Sensory Evaluation Lab (HABB1 room 205, 1230 Washington St SW). Parking passes are available upon request. Time commitment is ~20 minutes. We have taken steps to reduce risk related to COVID-19 and will provide you with a summary of those steps prior to beginning the study. Questions or additional information? Please contact Rebekah Miller (rebekahm20@vt.edu).
23. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR AUGMENTED REALITY RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
The Center for Human-Computer Interaction (CHCI) group is inviting you to participate in a research study with augmented reality (AR) technologies. Our team is investigating the best ways to interact with AR and this study compares various methods of interaction with virtual content to complete collaborative tasks. Study sessions will take place in the CRC (2202 Kraft Dr.). Participants will be asked to complete interaction tasks such as object selection, manipulation in AR. Participants will be asked for their comments about the in-app visual collaborative cues. The entire session will be audio and video recorded. The entire experimental session will take about 90 minutes. After the user study, each participant will be compensated with $12 per hour ($18 for full session). For more information, please contact Nathaniel Llorens at lnathaniel@vt.edu. The project is supervised by Dr. Doug A. Bowman and Dr. Sang Wong Lee in Computer Science. IRB #21-170
24. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ECHO LAB AR RESEARCH STUDY – 2nd posting
The Echo Lab at Virginia Tech is looking for voluntary participants for an AR research study. Participants will be introduced to and test a variety of input methods for generating virtual note objects in an augmented reality virtual environment. This experiment will use the Microsoft HoloLens 1. We will be following COVID-19 guidelines for in-person experiments and sanitizing all equipment. We are attempting to evaluate different methods for writing and sketching notes in a virtual environment. We built an algorithm for capturing physical sticky notes in an image and pulling them into the virtual environment with an augmented reality headset. In doing so, we aim to analyze the benefits of utilizing traditional physical tools in augmented reality. Participants must be 18 years or older, have normal vision (20/20) or corrected-to-normal vision (glasses or contact lenses). Participants must be able to complete a user study involving an AR device, pen and paper, and brief survey and post-study interview. Participation is on a first come first serve basis. Your participation is voluntary, will take about 45 minutes, and you will be compensated with a $12 Amazon gift card for completing the experiment. Please contact Tam Phan at tphan25@vt.edu if you have any questions regarding this study.
25. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR ON-LINE SURVEY ON DRINKING WATER BEHAVIOR – 2nd posting
The Water INTERface IGEP is recruiting volunteers who are Virginia Tech students, faculty or staff and at least 18 years old to participate in an anonymous on-line survey about drinking water behavior (IRB-19-550). Participants will be asked to answer some questions about their drinking water preferences and behaviors, as well as some demographic questions. The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to be completed and can be accessed here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cFIDTJDU3HqLzJc. There is no compensation. Questions or additional information? Please contact Renata Carneiro (rcvc@vt.edu) or Dajun Yu (dajunyu@vt.edu).
26. CHILDREN AGED 3-4 AND THEIR PARENTS OR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd posting
The Children’s Emotions Lab in the Department of Human Development and Family Science at VT is looking for preschool-aged children (3-4 year old children) and both their parents to participate in a new research study focusing on parenting behaviors and children’s emotions. To accommodate the current public health crisis, parents will be sent questionnaires about their own and their children’s behaviors and emotions. Families will also have the opportunity to participate in a follow-up Zoom call where parents will be asked to talk to their child about a time when they were happy and a time when they were upset. Families can earn up to $20 with an opportunity to enter a drawing for an additional $50 gift card for participating. If interested, contact Diana Devine at techkids@vt.edu.
27. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR REMOTE LEARNING SURVEY – 3rd posting
ASPECT PhD candidate Sara Wenger is seeking participants to complete a short survey as part of her 2021 Diversity Scholars project. The purpose of this survey is to assess how Virginia Tech students, faculty, and staff are feeling in the wake of remote learning and meetings on Zoom for nearly a year now. The results of this survey will be presented at the Diversity Scholar showcase hosted by the Virginia Tech Office of Diversity and Inclusion on May 7 from 12:00-1:30PM. If you have any questions, contact Sara at wengers@vt.edu. Survey link: https://forms.gle/f1FVb9VueRHGA7k16
Upcoming Events:
28. APIDA MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP THEME: PERFORMATIVE ACTIVISM AND BOBA LIBERALISM
Monday, April 5, 4-5pm, Online
This biweekly support group will address this week’s theme, “Performative Activism” and “Boba Liberalism.” Registration Link: https://rb.gy/uvnhuy
29. IS BEAUTY A GUIDE TO TRUTH?
Thursday, April 8, 12:30pm, Zoom
Beauty inspires humans to great feats of imagination and discovery. Can beauty also help us find truth about the world and ourselves? Might beauty contribute to the advance of science or reveal the presence of God? An Oxford physicist and a Virginia Tech philosopher explore the relationship between aesthetics and science. RSVP at bit.ly/veritas-beauty
30. UNCOVERING YOUR VALUES SEMINAR
Thursday, April 8, 4:00 – 4:55 pm (EST), Zoom
Join the Graduate School for a seminar to learn tips about uncovering your core values. Registration form: https://bit.ly/Uncovering_Your_Values Contact the Graduate School Office of Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion with questions: ordi@vt.edu
31. INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT JOB SEARCH STRATEGY
Thursday, April 8, 4-5pm, Zoom
International graduate students will learn how to launch a successful American job search during this virtual workshop, including search strategies, etiquette, & online resources. Register here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/643487/share_preview Contact Alyssa Rametta if you have questions: alyssarametta@vt.edu.
32. ACEC PRESENTS: NIGHTTIME GUIDED MEDITATION WITH VIVEK RAJAN
Thursday, April 8, 8-pm, Online
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. Link: http://rb.gy/1wq4qe
33. MAXIMIZING LINKEDIN
Monday, April 12, 4-5pm, Zoom
Have a LinkedIn profile, but not sure what else there is to LinkedIn? Graduate students attending this workshop will learn how to maximize their LinkedIn profile, search for and connect with alumni, and other LinkedIn networking tools. Register here: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/643504/share_preview Contact Alyssa Rametta if you have questions: alyssarametta@vt.edu.
34. CRAFTING YOUR PERSONAL SCIENCE STORY
Tuesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 15, 12-1:30pm, Zoom
The Center for Communicating Science has engaged The Story Collider to offer a series of workshops. This pair of workshops will support you in developing and refining a story. Click here to register for both days: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-your-personal-science-story-tickets-140131536197
35. CHARADES: GAME TIME WITH THE GRADUATE SCHOOL
Tuesday, April 13, 3pm, Zoom
Join the Office of Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion for a fun hour of Charades (Act out different phrases through movements and gestures). Register at: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuceGsrzgiHdJU2IJ8dDJpUcyNBNVc1PCRFor questions or additional information, please email the Office of Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion at ordi@vt.edu
36. THE FRONTERA PROJECT – REGISTER NOW!
Tuesday, April 13, 3-4:15pm, ZoomPlease join the Community Change Collaborative for an interactive virtual experience with The Frontera Project. This interactive virtual experience includes a new original short play, music, video, poetry and conversations with guest artists. To attend this event, please register here by April 11th. Attendanceis limited, so register early to ensure your spot. This event is sponsored in part by the Moss Arts Center and The Center For Peace Studies and Violence Prevention. contact Molly Todd <mollytodd@vt.edu if you have any questions.
37. VIRGINIA TECH GRADUATE SCHOOL CERTIFICATE INFORMATION SESSION
Wednesday, April 14, 12pm, Zoom
We would like to invite you to join us for an information session about graduate certificates, the application process, and benefits of its pursuit. Register at https://virginiatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_S2Bav7DBSp-0bbXmKCvgzQ For questions or additional information, please email the Office of Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion at ordi@vt.edu.
38. KITE FLYING ON THE DRILLFIELD – REGISTER NOW!
Monday, April 19, 4-5pm, Drillfield
Would you like to make a custom kite and fly it on the Drillfield? You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy campus in the springtime and build connections with other graduate students. If you want to make a kite, please register by April 13th using this link. You will pick up the customizable kite from the Graduate School, make/decorate it on your own, and then bring to the event on April 19. Families are welcome to come, but we are limiting the number of kites to one per family. If you want to bring your own kites, we are looking forward to seeing them! Rain date will be April 20, 4-5pm on the Drillfield. Please contact Hunter at hhmd1997@vt.edu with any questions.
39. CRAFTING A STORY OF YOUR RESEARCH
Tuesday, April 20 and Thursday, April 22, 12-1:30pm, Zoom
The Center for Communicating Science has engaged The Story Collider to offer a series of workshops. This is a two-session sequence that will support you in developing and refining the story of your research. Click here to register for both sessions: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/crafting-a-story-of-your-research-tickets-140231513231
40. “SYSTEMS APPROACH TO DISASTER RESILIENCE” – SEMINAR BY ZAHRAA SAIYED
Friday, April 30, 12-1pm, Zoom
How does your background and training help you address some of the world’s most complex problems of disaster risk management and reduction? Where do your interests lie and how can you expand your understanding of disasters while working collaboratively with others on these ‘wicked’ problems? Zahraa Saiyed of Scyma Consulting will explore these and other questions during this exciting seminar hosted by the VT Earthquake Engineering Research Institute student chapter. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wCwsPv5Zf_7DpkFkwbkYerzc1RbcvyyoNN-ovDwIN-A/viewform?edit_requested=true and direct questions to Kaleigh Yost at kmyost@vt.edu.