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April 28 – May 4, 2025

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0.   Ongoing Services – updated 8/26/24    

This Week’s Events: 

  1. NAVIGATING ADULTHOOD: SMART INVESTMENT STRATEGIES FEATURING DR. KEVIN CHENG – Monday
  2. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: MOVIE NIGHT FEATURING SAVING FACE – Tuesday
  3. INFORMATION SESSION: VIRGINIA TECH TEACHING FELLOWS PROGRAM –  Wednesday
  4. GLC CAFE – Thursday
  5. FINAL GPSS SENATE MEETING FOR THE SEMESTER -Thursday
  6. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT, THURSDAY, MAY 1, 6:30-8pm- Thursday
  7. TEA AT TWO – Friday
  8. GPSS END-OF-SCHOOL-YEAR MOVIE NIGHT SOCIAL – Saturday

    Administrative Announcements:   

    1. APPLICATIONS SOUGHT FOR GRAD HONOR SYSTEM CHAIR POSITION – 1st posting
    2. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR SUMMER 2025 GPSS TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM – UP TO $500 AVAILABLE FOR CONFERENCE EXPENSES – 1st posting
    3. DOCTORAL CANDIDACY STATUS TUITION DISCOUNT PROCESS UPDATE – 3rd posting
    4. OPEN NOW – GRADUATE STUDENT CAMPUS CLIMATE SURVEY – 3rd posting

    Jobs: 

    1. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP – OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE AND PREVENTION EDUCATION – 1st posting
    2. VT TEACHING FELLOWS PROGRAM – FALL 2025 – 2nd posting
    3. CENTER FOR HUMANITIES GRADUATE STUDENT FELLOWS PROGRAM – 2nd posting
    4. WEB DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT – WAGE POSITION – 3rd posting

    Funding Opportunities:

    1. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY – OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM – DEADLINE: May 7, 2025

    Volunteers and research participants sought: 

    1. SEEKING GRADUATE STUDENTS FOR A RESEARCH STUDY ON ORGANIZATIONAL MEMORY – 1st posting (1/1)
    2. RISK FACTORS FOR A SECOND ACL INJURY (ACL-CARE) – 2nd posting
    1. VIRGINIA TECH RESEARCH CALLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS TO PARTICIPATE IN A STUDY INVESTIGATING CYBER SCAMS – 3rd posting
    2. EXPERIMENTAL TOBACCO MARKETPLACE STUDY – 3rd posting
    3. MRI RESEARCH STUDY RECRUITING YOUNG ADULTS – 3rd posting

    Upcoming Events:    

    1. ALL-DAY WRITING RETREAT – READING DAY-  May 8
    2. CHUCHO VALDÉS AND IRAKERE 50 – May 10
    3. FREE COMPUTING AND DATA WORKSHOPS – May 12, 13, 14
    4. APIDA GRADUATION CELEBRATION SPRING 2025 – May 15
    5. FREE COMPUTING AND DATA WORKSHOPS – May 20
    6. HANDS-ON DIGITIZING TEXTS WITH MACHINE LEARNING AND AI – May 21
    7. 2025 SUMMER INSTITUTE – May 21
    8. VIRTUAL GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH INTENSIVE JUNE 3-4

    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, 9am-4pm. 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.
    • 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. NAVIGATING ADULTHOOD: SMART INVESTMENT STRATEGIES FEATURING DR. KEVIN CHENG
    Monday, April 28, 12-1:30pm, Squires Student Center, room 140
    Wondering how to make your money work for you? Confused about stocks and bonds? Join our financial workshop and learn how to: Understand the basics of investing; Develop a strategy that fits your goals; Avoid common investment pitfalls; Start investing, even on a limited budget. Are you ready to invest? Take the first step towards financial independence! Light refreshments served. Open to all! https://bit.ly/3DOww54

    2. APIDA HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATES: MOVIE NIGHT FEATURING SAVING FACE
    Tuesday, April 29, 5-7pm, Squires Student Center room 140
    Movies offer a unique lens to understand lived experiences and allow their viewers to immerse themselves in the lives of people who are similar or not. Participants will watch curated movies that speak to the rich tapestry that makes up the country. In celebration of APIDA Heritage Month, Saving Face offers a romantic comedic spin to the lengths families go to maintain their reputation or “save face”. Staff and community partners will facilitate educational discussions after the movie on related topics and themes around intergenerational relationships and history. Light refreshments will be provided.

    3. INFORMATION SESSION: VIRGINIA TECH TEACHING FELLOWS PROGRAM
    Wednesday, April 30, 7pm, Zoom
    Want to learn more about the Virginia Tech Teaching Fellows Program? This program offers VT graduate students (master’s or doctoral) the opportunity to be credentialed Adjunct Faculty at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). This opportunity is open to domestic or international students with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline (note: dissertation/research credits do not apply). Teaching will be either in-person or virtual, depending on the student’s location, and will align with NOVA’s discipline needs. Attend an online information session on April 30 at 7 pm. Zoom meeting ID: 871 2956 8549 PW: VT-NVCC

    4. GLC CAFÉ
    Thursday, May 1, 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

    5. FINAL GPSS SENATE MEETING FOR THE SEMESTER
    Thursday, May 1, 5:30-7pm, Virtual only
    The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) invites you to the final senate meeting of the semester. As a graduate student enrolled at Virginia Tech, you’re automatically a member of GPSS! Meetings run from 5:30-7:00 pm (open forum 5-5:30 pm). Our upcoming meeting takes place this Thursday. This meeting is Zoom only. Registration is required to attend via Zoom: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/w/89518104272?_x_zm_rtaid=RhinZ102SaOxvSollX7-fA.1745526027527.d47de2934222d1abd624972116860367&_x_zm_rhtaid=710#success

    6. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT, THURSDAY, MAY 1, 6:30-8pm
    Thursday, May 1, 6:30-8pm, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street
    LAST KNO OF THE SEMESTER–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 is 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! Sign up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AAAAC28A31-56404939-kids#/
    The sign up link will also be posted each week on the Women’s Center webpage on Monday afternoons: http://womenscenter.vt.edu. For additional info or questions, please contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu. The event will take place at 206 Washington Street, enter up the stairs in the back of the parking lot.

    7. TEA AT TWO
    Friday, May 2, 2-3:30pm, 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.

    8. GPSS END-OF-SCHOOL-YEAR MOVIE NIGHT SOCIAL
    Saturday, May 3, 9pm, GLC TV Lounge
    Take a break and join us for a special screening of Dirty Pretty Things as we wrap up the school year. Bring your friends, grab a seat, and enjoy free popcorn and chips while watching this thought-provoking film that explores life, survival, and the hidden side of London. https://forms.office.com/r/C708kXk9aj

    Administrative Announcements   

    9. APPLICATIONS SOUGHT FOR GRAD HONOR SYSTEM CHAIR POSITION – 1st posting
    The Graduate Honor System is seeking applications for the chair position. Applicants must be: (1) a graduate student in good standing who has been in residence for a minimum of one semester; (2) able to serve as chair for at least one year while enrolled full-time in the Blacksburg campus. Preferably, applicants should have experience as a GHS associate chair, facilitator, or panelist. To apply, submit a statement of interest, resume, and one letter of reference to gibsonm@vt.edu, by Friday, May 16, 2025. The new chair will be selected by a committee and ratified by the Graduate and Professional Student Senate and the Commission on Graduate and Professional Studies and Policies before final appointment by the president. Learn more about the GHS at https://graduateschool.vt.edu/academics/expectations/graduate-honor-system.html, or contact Monika Gibson at gibsonm@vt.edu with questions.

    10. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR SUMMER 2025 GPSS TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM – UP TO $500 AVAILABLE FOR CONFERENCE EXPENSES – 1st posting
    Graduate students presenting research conducted at Virginia Tech are eligible to apply for the Summer 2025 Travel Fund Program! Grants may cover registration, lodging, meals, abstract fees, and other costs of presenting at an in-person or virtual conference with a start date from July 1-September 30. Students from all disciplines are invited to apply, even if your conference abstract has not been officially accepted. Applications due May 19th at 11:59 PM. Please e-mail Megan Grey at greym@vt.edu with any questions, and visit https://gpss.vt.edu/programs/tfp.html for full details and instructions.

    11. DOCTORAL CANDIDACY STATUS TUITION DISCOUNT PROCESS UPDATE – 3rd posting
    Effective Fall 2025, the doctoral candidacy status tuition discount request will become an opt-out process. The Graduate School will automatically add the doctoral candidacy status tuition discount for any doctoral student who has passed their preliminary examination and meets all qualifications for the status, as well as remove the discount for any doctoral student not meeting all qualifications for the status. Any doctoral student qualifying who does not wish to utilize the tuition discount may submit the Candidacy Status Tuition Discount Opt-Out form no later than the last day to add course registration for the semester. Questions regarding this change in process can be directed to the Graduate School at grads@vt.edu.

    12. OPEN NOW – GRADUATE STUDENT CAMPUS CLIMATE SURVEY – 3rd posting
    Check your VT email for a chance to win one of five gift cards being given away by the Graduate School! On Friday, April 11th, Graduate students across all campuses received an invitation in their Virginia Tech email to participate in the Graduate School’s triannual campus climate survey. This survey measures students’ attitudes toward campus climate, department climate, advising, mentoring, well-being, and inclusive practices. Virginia Tech is committed to fostering an inclusive graduate community where all students can be productive and engaged members. This survey will provide valuable input to graduate school leaders about the issues students face, enabling them to take meaningful action. The survey will remain open until May 6th. For more information, visit: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/numbers/climate-survey-home/2025-climate-survey.html or reach out to Kacy Lawrence at klawr5@vt.edu.

    Jobs   

    13. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP – OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE AND PREVENTION EDUCATION – 1st posting
    In collaboration with CRCPE leadership, this assistantship will primarily be responsible for assisting with data clean up and analysis for the Affirmative Action Plan. In addition, this assistantship will also focus on outreach efforts and coordinating the Title IX student advisory group. Required Qualifications include graduate student status at Virginia Tech, proven quantitative / data analytics research skills, experience with excel, and a significant interest in social justice / civil rights issues. For more information/to apply visit Handshake Job#9875579. Application deadline May 9.

    14. VT TEACHING FELLOWS PROGRAM – FALL 2025 – 2nd posting
    The Virginia Tech Teaching Fellows Program is gearing up for Fall 2025! This program offers VT graduate students (master’s or doctoral) paid teaching internships with Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). This opportunity is open to domestic or international students with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline (note: dissertation/research credits do not apply). Teaching will be either in-person or online, depending on the student’s location, and will align with NOVA’s discipline needs. Want to learn more? Attend an online information session on April 23 or April 30 at 7 pm. https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/87129568549?pwd=JbZLQXU3XAx6yNbPkWSpBSldXNfvKf.1. Zoom meeting ID: 871 2956 8549 PW: VT-NVCC

    15. CENTER FOR HUMANITIES GRADUATE STUDENT FELLOWS PROGRAM – 2nd posting                      
    Graduate student fellows regularly attend the CfH seminar (most Mondays 12:15-1:15) and at one of the meetings they deliver a short presentation about their work. They also participate in the intellectual life of the Center, attending other Center events as their schedules permit. Qualifications: Any currently enrolled Virginia Tech graduate student working in a humanities field and/or on a humanities-related research project. More information can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1onLDJjshtOZ6DXXAvE5IUwKixXiG3mic/view?usp=sharing  Position starts Fall semester 2025. Application deadline: May 9, 2025.  Application form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjej40Px8XEWZBukpKjCI_TaNURUFBVzNGOExMQ0FJUUJaUFlGNTdIRk1QTy4u&route=shorturl

    16. WEB DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT – WAGE POSITION – 3rd posting
    The candidate would handle the maintenance and updates to an existing web platform. This includes but is not limited to updating certificates, software libraries, functions and features, and modifications to the existing web platform. The position is paid hourly based on tasks assigned. The student is expected to have experience in web platform development and be proficient working with JavaScript programming language, HTML, CSS and Vue.js, Node.js, and SQL database such as MariaDB. A student in CS or ECE department is preferred. Open until the position is filled. For more information, contact Anthony Yusuf at anthonyy@vt.edu.

    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 

    17. 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   

    18. SEEKING GRADUATE STUDENTS FOR A RESEARCH STUDY ON ORGANIZATIONAL MEMORY – 1st posting (1/1)
    Echolab at Virginia Tech is seeking participants for an interview study on how university research labs manage their organizational memory—i.e., the collection of shared knowledge, practices, and resources that help members work more efficiently and effectively over time. We are especially interested in speaking with individuals who have experience with or insight into how lab knowledge is created, maintained, and/or passed on.
    Participant qualifications:
    – Currently part of a university research lab with more than 4 Ph.D. students,
    – Be engaged in or interested in maintaining organizational memory within the lab. This includes practices such as:
    – Developing and documenting lab policies, onboarding guidelines, or research tips
    – Communication with the lab PI about various policies and maintaining organizational knowledge
    – Assigning dedicated roles or responsibilities to lab members (e.g., literature curator, writing coach, lab wiki maintainer)
    The interview will be conducted via Zoom or in-person if possible and will last approximately 45 minutes, up to 1 hour maximum. Participants who complete the interview will be compensated with $20 in the form of wire transfer (Zelle, Venmo, Paypal) or Amazon gift card upon completing the entire study. If you are interested, please complete this short survey (approx. 5 minutes): https://forms.gle/mGMzqzfrCGaLegAF8  This study has been approved by IRB 25-247.  If you have any questions, please email sangwooklee@vt.edu.

    19. RISK FACTORS FOR A SECOND ACL INJURY (ACL-CARE) – 2nd posting
    Join a paid research study at Virginia Tech. A single 90-minute in-person session and complete a 15-minute survey each month for 18 months to earn up to $320. Help us understand risk factors for a second ACL injury (VT IRB: 21-612). Inclusion criteria are: having undergone primary ACL reconstruction, are between 14-25 years old, and planning to return to any level of sports (recreational, intramural, high school, college, etc.). Compensation: $50 for the in-person study session, and $15 for each completed survey, for a total of up to $320. For more information: https://www.granatalab.beam.vt.edu/index.php/category/projects/. To determine your eligibility, fill out the ACL Care participation interest form: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=hGiVYK0Q-kCGPU8yweOjevkR_ZxsI5hLnFKWywllbRFUNVpYMEZOMjU5WkhYNk43WU5LNkNFVzVZUy4u&route=shorturl

    20. VIRGINIA TECH RESEARCH CALLS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND SCHOLARS TO PARTICIPATE IN A STUDY INVESTIGATING CYBER SCAMS – 3rd posting
    Virginia Tech research (IRB #25-305) is investigating scam vulnerability and the availability of scam prevention resources among international students and scholars. Participants will take part in a brief (15-minute) survey that explores vulnerabilities, access to scam prevention resources, support systems, communities, and scam victimization among international students and scholars. The project also aims to empower international students, scholars, and communities and help VT develop resources for these communities. The survey will be fielded from March 21st until the end of the spring term. Participants who complete the survey will be granted the opportunity to participate in an optional follow-up interview elaborating on the survey topics. Interested parties must:
    • Be 18 years old or older
    • Be citizens of a country other than the U.S.
    • Be currently associated with a college or university in the U.S.
    • Be currently residing in the U.S.
    • Have been approached by scammers since residing in the U.S. To participate in this study, please access the survey by visiting: virginiatech.questionpro.com/cyberscams

    21. EXPERIMENTAL TOBACCO MARKETPLACE STUDY – 3rd posting
    A study by the Addiction Recovery Research Center investigates tobacco/nicotine use, behavior, and decision making. Looking for research volunteers who smoke cigarettes. Compensation: up to $100 in Amazon.com Gift Card Codes. https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bJCdqc5A0SV5ZIy. For questions, email: methods@vtc.vt.edu

    22. MRI RESEARCH STUDY RECRUITING YOUNG ADULTS – 3rd posting
    The MEM lab is recruiting participants for an fMRI study of young adult cognition. Participants are compensated for their time at approximately $30 per hour. If you are between the ages of 18 and 50 and interested in learning more, please contact; vtmemorylab@gmail.com. Primary investigator: Rachel Diana, rdiana@vt.edu, 540-231-1913, Biomedical Research Alliance of New York Institutional Review Board (BRANY) Protocol #VT18-1077-568. Participant qualifications: 18 to 50 years of age, MRI eligibility will be determined via email pre-screen. Participant compensation: $30 per hour. To pre-screen email: vtmemorylab@gmail.com

    Upcoming Events   

    23. ALL-DAY WRITING RETREAT – READING DAY
    Thursday, May 8, 9am-5pm, Graduate Life Center or Virtual
    This is the final event in the series. 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.

    24. CHUCHO VALDÉS AND IRAKERE 50
    Saturday, May 10, 5:30-7pm, Virtual
    Grammy winner and world-famous pianist Chucho Valdés closes the season with a tribute to 50 years of Irakere, featuring a new iteration of the band that revolutionized Afro-Latin jazz. https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/chucho-valdes-irakere-50.html

    25. FREE COMPUTING AND DATA WORKSHOPS
    Monday, May 12,  Tuesday, May 13, & Wednesday May 14, 9am-5pm, In-person at TLOS or remotely via Zoom
    Interested in improving your research data and computing skills before undertaking summer research? Join us for a series of interactive, hands-on workshops in May 2025 in Blacksburg or online. These workshops are open to all VT community members and no experience with the software tools is necessary. Full-day workshops include Intro to R and RStudio (Mon, 12 May), Intro to Python and JupyterLab (Tue, 13 May), and Intro to Unix and Git (Wed, 14 May). Half-day workshops on Open Qualitative Data Analysis with QualCoder and Mixed Methods Data Analysis with NVivo are offered on Tue, 20 May. Full day workshops include lunch and refreshments for in-person participants. Register through the Professional Development Network or the Library Calendar. Register: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu or https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/?category%5Bid%5D=154709&category%5Bname%5D=Research%20and%20Discovery

    26. APIDA GRADUATION CELEBRATION SPRING 2025
    Thursday, May 15, 10:30am-12:30pm, Commonwealth Ballroom
    This celebration is a chance for you to reflect on your accomplishments, connect with fellow graduates, faculty, and staff, and enjoy some fun as we mark this significant milestone in your life. All graduates are welcome to participate in this celebration and we invite anyone to join in the festivities. Participants will also receive a cord to acknowledge their accomplishments. Can’t make it to the event?  Graduates can still receive their cord by picking it up from the APIDA + Center – please note this on the RSVP link below. Please RSVP by May 2, 2025, by 5:00 PM ET so we can ensure all arrangements are made for a memorable event. We look forward to celebrating with you and your loved ones! https://forms.office.com/r/wfUjkfDhdT

    27. FREE COMPUTING AND DATA WORKSHOPS
    Tuesday, May 20, In-person at TLOS or remotely via Zoom
    Interested in improving your research data and computing skills before undertaking summer research? Join us for a series of interactive, hands-on workshops in May 2025 in Blacksburg or online. Half-day workshops on Open Qualitative Data Analysis with QualCoder and Mixed Methods Data Analysis with NVivo are offered on Tue, 20 May. Register through the Professional Development Network or the Library Calendar. In-person at TLOS or remotely via Zoom. Register: https://calendar.lib.vt.edu or https://profdev.tlos.vt.edu/?category%5Bid%5D=154709&category%5Bname%5D=Research%20and%20Discovery

    28. HANDS-ON DIGITIZING TEXTS WITH MACHINE LEARNING AND AI
    Wednesday, May 21, 9am-12pm, Newman Library room 207A
    Are you interested in extracting text from scanned images—even poor quality images—and learning more about new advances in optical character recognition (OCR)? Join us for a 3-hour workshop on utilizing machine learning and large language models to programmatically OCR images of text. The workshop will take participants through running Python code in collaborative notebooks to access a variety of tools used to OCR texts, including texts that might be poorly scanned or otherwise difficult to read. This is a participatory workshop and you will have the opportunity to practice along with the instructors, as well as applying skills in exercises on your own. The workshop is open to all VT community members. Some experience with Python is recommended. https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/14553557

    29. 2025 SUMMER INSTITUTE
    Wednesday, May 21, 2pm through Friday, May 23, Moss Art Center, New Classroom Building
    The Summer Institute is a 2 1/2 day event for anyone who teaches undergraduates (include graduate students). With more than 50 sessions between May 21- 23, the two-and-a-half-day event will offer discussions and workshops that both early-career instructors and seasoned faculty will find valuable.
    Topics will include an overview of the incoming class of first-year students, integrating peer support in your curriculum, technology-enhanced learning, growth-based grading, student motivation, and tackling controversial topics with confidence. It’s free, lunch and refreshments are included, and participants will be eligible to receive up to 12 PDN credits! Registration closes on May 15 at 5 p.m. Attendance will be limited to 350. https://www.provost.vt.edu/who_we_are/undergraduate_affairs/ue/summer-institute.html

    30. VIRTUAL GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH INTENSIVE
    Tuesday, June 3, 1-4pm  & Wednesday, June 4, 10am-12pm, Zoom
    Are you a graduate student planning to start or continue working on your research project over the summer? If so, join the University Libraries for a virtual research intensive workshop led by VT librarians and designed with graduate students in mind. In this workshop, you’ll learn more about searching for library resources for literature reviews, using citation managers, writing conference proposals and abstracts, and AI tools that can help your research process.  This interactive Zoom workshop will build in time for discussion and questions. It will be held June 3 from 1-4 pm and June 4 from 10 am-12pm. Researchers at all stages of the process and from any discipline are welcome.  To view the full schedule and register, visit https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/14484913.