Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC – last updated 3/12/2018
2. WRITING STRATEGIES CONSULTATIONS
3. GRAD MINDFULNESS
4. ASK THE ACADEMY: GTA WALK-IN ADVISING
5. INTERVARSITY GRAD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDIES
6. CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH PRACTICE FOR GRADS
7. GRADUATE STUDENT BIBLE STUDY
8. VINYASA YOGA WITH JOE SCAPARCI
9. GRADUATE AND FACULTY READING GROUP
10. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Events:
11. GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK 2018
12. REGISTER FOR BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOURS AT GRAD ED WEEK 2018
13. ACADEMIC NETWORKING FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS RESCHEDULED
14. 34th ANNUAL GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM (GSARS)
15. GLC CAFÉ – THE GAMES WE PLAY WITH EACH OTHER
16. OVER 30 GRADUATE STUDENT SOCIAL
17. GLC CAFÉ – AROUND THE WORLD + VT ENGAGE + GRADUATE JOURNALS
18. NATIONAL SERVICE PANEL ON EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
19. WILDFIRES! CITIES! SATELLITES! MORE WILDFIRES!
20. “FROM BUCKINGHAM TO BLACKSBURG: GEOLOGY & ENGINEERING CHALLENGES ALONG THE CROOKED ROAD”
21. “THE RIGHT OF WAY,” A DOCUMENTARY PLAY
22. CELEBRATE NOWRUZ (PERSIAN NEW YEAR 1397)
23. NATIVE AT VIRGINIA TECH 2018 SPRING POWWOW
Administrative Announcements:
24. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS –WOMEN/NONBINARY DIGITAL ART SHOW – 1st posting
25. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT SUMMER 2018 ENROLLMENT – 1st posting
26. THE 2ND DISSERTATION INSTITUTE – 1st posting
27. JOHN E. DOOLEY STUDENT ENGAGEMENT GRANT – 2nd posting
28. BECOME A VT ENGAGE STUDENT LEADER – 2nd posting
29. VT ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION SURVEY – 2nd posting
30. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR GLC WEEKLY APRIL-1 SPECIAL EDITION! – 2nd posting
31. GSA TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM (TFP) – 2nd posting
32. INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH HONOR SOCIETY (IDR) SEEKING MEMBERS – 3rd posting
Jobs:
33. 2018-2019 GLC FELLOW POSITION OPENINGS – 1st posting
34. GA POSITION – COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING DEAN’S SUITE – 2nd posting
35. GRADUATE ASSISTANT OPENING IN CATAWBA SUSTAINABILITY CTR – 3rd posting
36. GRADUATE ASSISTANT – CURRICULUM MAPPING – 3rd posting
37. GRADUATE ASSISTANT – PROGRAM & ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT – 3rd posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
38. VOLUNTEERS WHO ARE REGULAR MILK CONSUMERS SOUGHT FOR STUDY – 1st posting
39. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH ON CARDIAC ACTIVITY – 1st posting
40. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR TWO AUDITORY SYSTEMS LAB EXPERIMENTS – 2nd posting
41. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR 2018 3.2K REMEMBERANCE RUN – 2nd posting
42. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS – We’re Our Community GDS Project – 2nd posting
43. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VR INTERACTION METHODS STUDY – 2nd posting
Upcoming events:
— A MORNING WITH DR. BROWN
— HOW WE KNOW THAT WE KNOW WHAT WE KNOW: A VT GrATE TEACH-IN
— PUBLIC LECTURE BY DISTINGUISHED HARVARD PHYSICS PROFESSOR
— FINAL PARENT SUPPORT LUNCHEON FOR SPRING SEMESTER
— BLACKSBURG BLOCKCHAIN SYMPOSIUM
Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC – last updated 3/12/2018
– Career Advising: Wednesday, 2:00-5:00pm, Info kiosk in lobby. See the Grad Students Career Ops blog for more info on career opportunities: https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/gradcareeropportunity/
– Ask the Academy: GTA Walk-In Advising Tuesday and Wednesday, Torg 1180, 4:00-6:00pm
– Cook Counseling: Thursdays and Fridays, 1:00-5:00pm, Green Room
– Graduate School hours: MTThF 8:00-5:00pm, W 9:30-5:00
– Immigration advising hours: MWF 1:00-4:00pm, TTh 9:00am-12:00pm Room 120
– Writing assistance: reserve appointment at https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html
2. WRITING STRATEGIES CONSULTATIONS
Every Monday, 10:30am-12:00pm, GLC Room A
Sign up through the Writing Center website https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html to talk about the dissertation or thesis writing process with coach, Prabin Lama (himself graduating this spring with a PhD in Rhetoric & Composition), who can help you with multiple topics– from setting an agenda (writing planning and preparation), to building a support system through writing groups and writing center services, to diagnosing and working towards managing writing difficulties. You are limited to two 1.5-hr (or shorter) appointments with Prabin per semester, (although you can always make a follow-up appointment with him in the Writing Center).
3. GRAD MINDFULNESS
Every Tuesday, 11:00-11:30am, 5071 Derring Hall
Meets every Tuesday (change from last semester.) At each meeting there will be a short guided mindfulness exercise followed by time to practice on your own. You don’t need to stay for the whole time. Feel free to just drop in, just take care to not disturb others. Here is a link to a cool free mindfulness app: https://app.stopbreathethink.org/. Email lashley@vt.edu with any questions.
4. ASK THE ACADEMY: GTA WALK-IN ADVISING
Tuesday & Wednesday, GLC Room A, 4:00-6:00pm
Do you have questions about teaching or grading? Are you experiencing a challenge in the classroom that you don’t know how to resolve? Drop by to chat, share experiences, and get advice from Fellows of the Graduate Academy for Teaching Excellence. Light refreshments will be provided; bring your own mug if you can.
5. INTERVARSITY GRAD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDIES
Every Tuesday & Wednesday – various locations
Our small group Bible studies meet in grad students’ homes. Get connected with a group of friends on a journey of faith through grad school! See a list of current groups: http://gcfvt.wordpress.com/small-groups/ or contact Robert Howe (robahowe@gmail.com) for more information.
6. CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH PRACTICE FOR GRADS
Every Wednesday and Friday, 2:30-3:30pm, GLC Room D (or Room A on some dates)
On Wednesdays and Fridays, community volunteers will help you practice conversational English in a group setting. Discussions include American Culture on Wednesdays and the news on Fridays. Whether just learning English or wanting to practice with Native speakers, all levels of English are welcome. For more information (and to sign up), see Writing Center website: https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html or contact Fred (eichelman@gmail.com).
7. GRADUATE STUDENT BIBLE STUDY
Every Thursday, 12:20-1:30pm, GLC Room D
Grad Student Bible Study (hosted by Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church): Interested in a little break in your week for some time in God’s Word and discussion over lunch? Come join Grace Covenant’s Bible study where we are studying the story of Joseph from Genesis, seeing God’s providence working in this world as well as gospel-change working in our lives. It is a casual study, so come late if you need to, leave early if you need to, and feel free to bring your lunch. Questions? email Taylor Rollo taylor@gracecovenantpca.org.
8. VINYASA YOGA WITH JOE SCAPARCI
Every Thursday, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Graduate Life Center, Health & Wellness Room (Rm G). El Centro, Virginia Tech’s Hispanic & Latino Cultural Center, invites you to join Joe, a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor, to relax with some yoga! No experience or yoga mat needed. Free and open all graduate students. Questions? Contact Veronica at vmontes@vt.edu
9. GRADUATE AND FACULTY READING GROUP
Thursday, Mar 22, 6:00pm-7:00pm, GLC Room F
(Re-occurring event every Thursday through Apr 5)
After research and teaching, after service and committees, do you also have to educate your colleagues about race, gender, and class? Do you find yourself serving as the “diversity expert” for your department? Come share, learn, and build community with the Graduate and Faculty Reading Group to discuss “Third Shift” labor by women of color in the academy using Shifting: The Double Lives of Black Women in America as a reading guide. If interested, contact Cherice Hughes-Oliver at cnh4ph@vt.edu for more details.
10. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT (REGISTRATION NOW REQUIRED)
Every Thursday, VT Women’s Center, 206 Washington Street, B’burg
Please note newly revised hours: 6:30-8:30.
Go to “Doodle Poll” at https://doodle.com/poll/brmzs6d92me28thz
(poll links change weekly) to preregister your child(ren) on a first come basis. KNO is an evening of fun for kids aged 2-12 (kids should be toilet trained) and takes place at the. Park in the back and come up the stairs at the back of the parking lot.
Events
11. GRADUATE EDUCATION WEEK 2018
Monday – Friday: March 26-30
Join your fellow graduate students for a week packed with events and behind-the scenes tours, including:
* Tuesday – Grad Night at the Lyric (pick up free ticket at GLC!)
* Wednesday – GSA Research Symposium and the Over-30 Grad Student social
* Thursday – How to Write a Cover Letter workshop
* Friday – Stress Management for International Students workshop and the Big Cookout! Check out https://graduateschool.vt.edu/student-life/graduate-education-week.html for the full schedule of events and online registrations.
12. REGISTER FOR BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOURS AT GRAD ED WEEK 2018
Monday – Friday, Mar 26-30
Get behind the scenes of unique labs, studios and other campus and community destinations you might not be able to visit alone. Sign up for one of the many tours at https://graduateschool.vt.edu/student-life/graduate-education-week/Tours.html.
13. ACADEMIC NETWORKING FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS RESCHEDULED
Tuesday, Mar 20, 5:00-6:30pm, GLC Room F
Professor John Iorio will discuss ways international students can build strong relationships with advisers, other faculty and staff and the cultural aspects of committee management. Register here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afpfW0RF6HuZ2x7
14. 34th ANNUAL GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM (GSARS)
Wednesday, Mar 28, 8am-8pm, Graduate Life Center
Join us for this year’s Research Symposium, a day of interdisciplinary conversation for graduate students at Virginia Tech. As always, the Symposium is run by graduate students, for graduate students, and entry is free! This year’s theme is AGENTS OF CHANGE: Innovate. Integrate. Motivate. This year’s keynote speaker is Olympia LePoint, rocket scientist and author. Visit bit.ly/GSARS-Spring2018 for more detailed information about our keynote speaker, and about the day’s schedule of events. We hope to see you there!
15. GLC CAFÉ – THE GAMES WE PLAY WITH EACH OTHER
Wednesday, Mar 28, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room
This Wednesday edition of the GLC Café will have a number of creative and thinking-intensive games to offer. Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided. Hosted by the GLC Fellows.
16. OVER-30 GRADUATE STUDENT SOCIAL
Wednesday, Mar 28, 5:00-6:30 p.m. GLC Lounge – across from Auditorium
Celebrate Graduate Education Week with fellow over-30 grad students! Join us for music, light refreshments and give-aways.
17. GLC CAFÉ – AROUND THE WORLD + VT ENGAGE + GRADUATE JOURNALS
Thursday, Mar 29, 3:30-6:30 pm, GLC Reading Room
Browse through journals that are run by VT grad students while enjoying snacks, teas and coffees from around the world. VT Engage will be available to discuss opportunities for getting involved in the local community as well. Bring your own mug if you can.
18. NATIONAL SERVICE PANEL ON EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Thursday, Mar 29, 5:30pm-7:00pm, Litton-Reaves, Room 1860.
Representatives from Peace Corps, The US State Department, City Year, AmeriCorps VISTA, and Fulbright will be there to answer questions and announce exciting employment opportunities both nationally and internationally. Opportunity for both undergraduate and graduate students interested in service-based careers to network and explore their options. Pizza will be served.
19. WILDFIRES! CITIES! SATELLITES! MORE WILDFIRES!
Wednesday, Mar 28, 5:00-6:00pm, Museum of Geosciences, Derring Hall Rm. 2062
Wildfires eject huge quantities of smoke that is then transported to different places by wind currents in the atmosphere. When it reaches highly populated cities and combines with urban pollution, air quality becomes highly toxic for humans. PhD candidate Kannikha Kolandaivelu presents her research where she asks, “How can we use freely available satellite data and ground monitor data to look at travel pathways of this smoke?” A Research à la Mode Presentation. Come support graduate students learning to communicate their science! Enjoy free Ice Cream during the talk!
20. “FROM BUCKINGHAM TO BLACKSBURG: GEOLOGY & ENGINEERING CHALLENGES ALONG THE CROOKED ROAD”
Thursday, Mar 29, Reception: 6:00-7:00pm at the Museum, Lecture: 7:00-8:00 at Derring 4069.
Bill Henika, Regional Geologist, has been mapping geology in the Appalachian Ranges of Western Virginia. Geology here is complex and can cause surprising surface effects. Recent landslides have brought public attention to the influence of underlying structures. Please join us for light snacks in the Museum from 6:00-7:00pm prior to the lecture. Admission is free.
21. “THE RIGHT OF WAY,” A DOCUMENTARY PLAY
Mar 29-30, 7:30pm and Mar 31, 2:00pm, Moss Arts Center
written and directed by MFA student Thomas Murray, “The Right of Way” tells the story of Hector Avalos, who was killed by a drunk driver as he rode his bicycle home from work. This beloved son, fearless boyfriend, and devoted friend was taken in the blink of an eye. In the aftermath was a quest for justice. Featuring interviews with Hector’s family and friends and court transcripts, this immersive multimedia production will look at the evolution of our city streets over the last century. Who has the right of way? And how do we stop hitting and killing pedestrians and bicyclists? Seating is limited. Tickets are FREE, but reservations are recommended at http://www.performingarts.vt.edu/index.php/events/view/the-right-of-way
22. CELEBRATE NOWRUZ (PERSIAN NEW YEAR 1397)
Saturday, Mar 31, 7-11:30pm, German Club, 711 Southgate Dr, Blacksburg
This event will be held to celebrate the Iranian New Year which also coincides with the Spring vernal equinox. The event includes traditional Persian music, Stand-up comedy, dance performances, dinner and dancing. Everyone is welcome to attend to this public event. For more information, please visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2080178992228823/.
23. NATIVE AT VIRGINIA TECH 2018 SPRING POWWOW
Saturday, Mar 31, 12:00-6:00pm, GLC Lawn (Rain Location: Squires Old Dominion Ballroom)
Intertribal powwow featuring Native American music, dance, and vendors. This purpose of this event is to engage the Virginia Tech and New River Valley communities in order to promote awareness of Native American culture. The event is FREE and open to all! Questions? Please contact NATIVE AT VT at native@vt.edu. Sponsored by ORDI (Office of Recruitment, Diversity and Inclusion).
Administrative Announcements:
24. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS –WOMEN/NONBINARY DIGITAL ART SHOW – 1st posting
Call for students and faculty to participate in panel and one-night exhibit to highlight women/non-gender-binary conforming electronic artists at the Moss Arts Center. Any art that uses digital or electronic tools as a primary component, including graphic design, code, sound, software, conceptual, engineering/robotics and more are welcome. There will be an opportunity for artists to show their work and talk more broadly about their vision and academic/career path, to be followed by a Q&A session and reception. Students at all levels — freshmen through PhD — invited to exhibit, along with faculty who have taught in this arena. Deadline for participation: Friday, Apr 6 5:00pm. Event will be Friday, Apr 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Upper Gallery at Moss Arts Center. More info: www.o-culus.com/art. This is a Graduate Student Diversity Scholar project sponsored by ORDI.
25. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT SUMMER 2018 ENROLLMENT – 1st posting
Little Hokie Hangout is now enrolling for Summer 2018. Current students must apply by Mar 31 to guarantee their spot in our classroom. All other applications for summer will be considered in the order that they are received after this date based on availability. For more information, an application, or to schedule a tour, please email childcare@vt.edu.
26. THE 2ND DISSERTATION INSTITUTE – 1st posting
The 2nd Dissertation Institute, an interactive workshop for underrepresented (African American, Native American, Pacific Island and Hispanic American) graduate students in engineering, will take place June 10–15 at the University of Houston. Will address issues that prolong completion times for those at the dissertation proposal preparation and dissertation completion stages of the targeted population. Institute is funded by the National Science Foundation and hosted by Old Dominion University and Virginia Tech. Will focus on skills and strategies needed to successfully complete the dissertation process and provide networking opportunities to build connections for future collaborative career advancement. Institute participants will build new writing habits, work on their dissertation or dissertation proposal, and learn skills that will help them continue making progress when they return to their institutions. Application deadline has been EXTENDED until Apr 1: https://www.dissertationinstitute.com/. Questions? Email dissertationinstitute@gmail.com.
27. JOHN E. DOOLEY STUDENT ENGAGEMENT GRANT – 2nd posting
JEDSEG funds highly motivated students or student teams planning to implement or expand community-based civic engagement projects. This year, two awards of $750 or one $1,500 award will be granted. The grant recipient will be announced in mid- to late April 2018. Applications for the 2018-19 grant are due April 1 at 11:59 p.m. Applications must be submitted by a current full- or part-time student or student team at Virginia Tech. For student teams, a designated team leader must submit the application on behalf of the team. A student team can be an informal group or a Registered Student Organization. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply but applicants must be current students for the duration of the grant. Applications submitted by JEDSEG winners from the previous year’s cycle are not eligible. Proposed projects should be completed by March 2019.
28. BECOME A VT ENGAGE STUDENT LEADER – 2nd posting
Join the leadership team that coordinates all VT Engage service trips! At weekly meetings and during service experiences, you’ll develop your leadership capacities through the lenses of service and social justice. Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply by Monday, Apr 9. If you have questions, contact Jessica Davis at jessid3@vt.edu or 540-231-6947. Learn more and apply by April 9.
29. VT ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION SURVEY – 2nd posting
We’re currently trying to get responses for our bi-annual commuter survey The Virginia Tech Alternative Transportation department requests your response to its biannual commuter survey. This survey is performed every two years in the most comprehensive attempt to understand the commuting patterns of current students and faculty. The information obtained from this survey is typically used in making long-term decisions regarding transportation policy. With reliable results, this survey provides a means to accurately compare the perceptions and actual usage. It is estimated that this survey will take less than 2 minutes to complete. Please go to this link: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eWewvz8JRKmADM9.
30. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR GLC WEEKLY APRIL-1 SPECIAL EDITION! – 2nd posting
Get published in a peer-viewed online weekly notice: Submit events that will never happen but you would love it if they did; your faux call for research subjects; and other imaginary 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 chocolates and candy in 117 GLC) for a creative event or research idea, succinct description, and completeness of details. Submission deadline: Mar 30, 5:00pm. Send to gibsonm@vt.edu, with subject line: You are a fool.
31. GSA TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM (TFP) – 2nd posting
The Graduate Student Assembly’s Travel Fund Program will open for applications on Wednesday, Mar 28, at 12am, and will close on Wednesday, Apr 4 at 11:59PM. This program can provide partial support for professional or conference travel occurring between January 1st and June 30th, 2018. You can find the application guide at https://drive.google.com/file/d/15nbzKSecanUax6HO5EfIIUT0N3pwllaO/view. If you have any additional questions, first check our website at https://blogs.lt.vt.edu/graduatestudentassembly/what-we-can-offer-you/funding-opportunities/travel-fund-program/. If your questions aren’t answered there, send an email to gsaTravelFund@gmail.com.
32. INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH HONOR SOCIETY (IDR) SEEKING MEMBERS – 3rd posting
“Does your research build bridges between disciplines? Is interdisciplinarity important to you? Have you worked on an interdisciplinary project? Please consider applying to the Interdisciplinary Research Honor Society (IDR). Applications are now available and the deadline is Apr 6. Visit www.idrsociety.org to learn more about and to apply.
Jobs:
33. 2018-2019 GLC FELLOW POSITION OPENINGS – 1st posting
Residence Life and the Graduate School are seeking motivated graduate students who are committed to building graduate community, for GLC Fellow positions for the 2018-19 academic year. An ideal candidate would have previous residence life and/or event planning experience, though it is not a requirement. Applicants must submit a formal cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation, and fully complete the following survey: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bgxat6KH9aiIBwh. Information about cover letter requirements is detailed in the survey and the full job description is at: https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/residence-life-in-the-glc/Fellows.html. Applications accepted until spots are filled. Contact Lauren Surface at lkeister@vt.edu or Scott Steehler at steehler@vt.edu if you have questions.
34. GA POSITION – COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING DEAN’S SUITE – 2nd posting
The College of Engineering Dean’s Suite has a graduate assistantship available in the Information Technology office beginning in August 2018. Position requires strong technical skills including in-depth knowledge of Windows and familiarity installing hardware; Familiarity with a wide variety of Engineering software packages; and excellent oral and written communication skills. Successful candidate will be detailed orientated and have strong problem solving skills. Must be able to develop and complete projects independently. Qualified applicants should apply by sending a cover letter and resume via email to ipitadmin@vt.edu. Please send only one file including both your cover letter and resume in .pdf format. Name your file “lastname_firstname.pdf”. We will confirm receipt of applications via email only. Application review will begin on Friday, Apr 6. Applications received after that date will not be reviewed. All applicants will be notified once the position has been awarded and accepted.
35. GRADUATE ASSISTANT OPENING IN CATAWBA SUSTAINABILITY CTR – 3rd posting
Graduate Assistant sought for Catawba Sustainability Center (CSC) for 2018-19 academic year. Travel to CSC required several days a week during most weeks from Aug–Dec and Jan–May. Position is 20 hrs/wk, and can work from campus when not required at the Center. Responsibilities range from office to farm work. Duties include but are not limited to: administrative duties; proposal identification and research, proposal writing, literature and field research; educational program design and support; communications, and social media management; farm maintenance; research & demonstration plot maintenance; demonstration project design, installation, and maintenance; assisting Extension Specialist with programs; and supporting design and facilitation of field days and workshops. To apply, send letter of interest with resume or CV to Adam Taylor, adamht@vt.edu, by Apr 27. For more info on this position go to: GA Catawba Sustainability Center.
36. GRADUATE ASSISTANT – CURRICULUM MAPPING – 3rd posting
Supports the Global Education Office of Virginia Tech by contributing significantly to our curriculum mapping initiative. This includes conducting research on current bilateral exchange partnerships and third party providers to developing a database of course syllabi for incoming/outgoing exchange students. The Graduate Assistant plays a vital role in achieving the mission of the office in expanding study abroad capacity and opportunities. The position is an excellent opportunity for students interested in a career in international education. Visit Graduate Assistant – Curriculum Mapping for full job description and qualifications. Application Deadline: Apr 1.
37. GRADUATE ASSISTANT – PROGRAM & ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT – 3rd posting
Supports the Global Education Office of Virginia Tech by contributing significantly to our program and enrollment management. This includes assisting in the coordination of the office’s enrollment management system and supporting faculty/staff and student users of the software. The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for creating and updating program page content for the web, conducting research on faculty-led and exchange programs as necessary in addition to communicating with key stakeholders. Plays a vital role in achieving the mission of the office by publicizing program opportunities as well as supporting enrollment and data collection efforts to expand study abroad access and capacity. Excellent opportunity for students interested in a career in international education. Visit Graduate Assistant – Program & Enrollment Management for full job description and qualifications. Application Deadline: Apr 15.
Volunteers and research participants sought:
38. VOLUNTEERS WHO ARE REGULAR MILK CONSUMERS SOUGHT FOR STUDY – 1st posting
The Department of Food Science and Technology Sensory Evaluation Laboratory (FST SEL) is conducting a study that investigates the effect of LED color temperature on consumer’s choice of milk packaging. In this test, you will be asked to select one milk packaging that you prefer from retail cases with different LED color temperature and complete one demographic survey. The sensory session will last approximately 5-10 minutes. Sessions will occur in the pilot plant (first floor) in HABBI (Human & Agricultural Biosciences Building I). For each participant, snacks (cookie, chips, candy, popcorn, fruit, and drinks) will be offered as compensation and appreciation for participation. Participation is limited to those 18 years of age and regular milk consumer (purchase milk at least once every two weeks). The participation is voluntary and confidential; you may withdraw at any time without penalty. Questions? email Dr. Wang at waili9@vt.edu. Study will take place Monday, Mar 26 12:00-5:00pm and Tuesday Mar 27, 11:00am-4:00pm.
39. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH ON CARDIAC ACTIVITY – 1st posting
Participants are requested for a laboratory study examining cardiac activity and perception. The single session in Williams Hall 158 involves collection of non-invasive psychophysiological measures (using EKG, 2 blood pressure finger cuffs, respiration belt) during standard laboratory tasks (questionnaires, heartbeat tasks, watching two brief non-stimulating videos, & a 5-minute speech in lab). Total duration: about 1 hour 15 minutes. Inclusion criteria: (determined by brief online VT Qualtrics screening) Age 18-24; No major health condition; No smoking/nicotine within the past year. Compensation: Automatic entry into random drawing for one of two Visa gift cards ($50 or $25). Chances of winning: 1 in 37. Please contact Shara Grant at vtcardiacstudy@gmail.com if interested or questions!
40. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR TWO AUDITORY SYSTEMS LAB EXPERIMENTS – 2nd posting
Experiment #1: 4 participants (2 male and 2 female) for an earplug test. New participants will go through a screen/qualifying session. It should take about 1 hour and will test hearing level–similar to audiogram testing done at doctor’s office. If qualified and willing to continue, participants will be asked to schedule up to 2 one-hour test sessions. During each hour, hearing (at a low sound level) will be tested with and without earplugs. Participants will sit in a quiet room and listen for lowest sound level that can be detect.
Experiment #2: 10 participants (5 female and 5 male) for an auditory localization experiment. Participants will be asked to sit in a center of a speaker array and guess the location of sounding speaker. The sound level will not be high. The whole experiment will take 10-12 hours and scheduled about 1 hour per day. Compensation is $10/hr for either or both experiments. If interested or questions, e-mail vt.auditory@gmail.com .
41. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR 2018 3.2 REMEMBERANCE RUN – 2nd posting
Each year, Recreational Sports hosts a community run/walk throughout the campus of VT striving to bring fellow Hokies together, to feel the support of the community, and to celebrate the lives of our friends and family members. The 2018 3.2 Remembrance Run will take place Saturday, Apr 14. Volunteers are needed to help with event prep and day of activities. If interested, please sign up at http://recsports.ivolunteer.com/vtruninremembrance_2018. Contact Shelly Rasnick (rasnicks@vt.edu) with questions about the event or registering to volunteer.
42. CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS – We’re Our Community GDS Project – 2nd posting
Participants are needed for a Diversity Scholar Project focusing on making graduate students more susceptible/better able to work on modern, diversifying teams. The purpose of this program is to give participants a foundation for integrating into teams and being effective team members in academic or industry environments. The We’re Our Community program will give you the opportunity to learn about different people’s background and how it affects team-based work. Any information gained will be used for internal purposes only and will remain confidential. Consent will be requested from you in the event the information may be used beyond the GDS project. Questions? Contact Matthew Ferby at matthsf@vt.edu.
43. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VR INTERACTION METHODS STUDY – 3rd posting
This research is studying various interaction methods for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies. Our team is investigating the best ways to indicate and mark targets of interest using VR as a simulation for AR. Participants will be asked to use these techniques to then answer questions and comment on their usability. The experiment will be performed in the Sandbox (Room 160 of the Moss Arts Center. Experiment will take approx. 45-60 minutes per participant. Participants must be at least 18 years old and have normal vision (glasses and contacts are fine). Interested parties can sign up at http://people.cs.vt.edu/~llisle/experiment_slots.html. Please contact Lee Lisle at llisle@vt.edu for more information.
Upcoming events:
A MORNING WITH DR. BROWN
Monday, Apr 2, 10:00am, Shanks Hall, Room 370
Meet Tuskegee Airman Dr. Harold Brown and listen to his remarkable story about his life and journey as he became one of the first African-American men to fly during World War II. His dedication, drive and perseverance while overcoming great barriers will inspire you. RSVP is not required, but appreciated. Refreshments will be provided. For additional questions or to RSVP contact grad student Crystal Kyle at Cryak79@vt.edu.
HOW WE KNOW THAT WE KNOW WHAT WE KNOW: A VT GrATE TEACH-IN
Tuesday April 3, 5-9pm GLC Meeting Room F
The Virginia Tech Graduate Academy for Teaching Excellence (VT GrATE) is proud to host its second annual Teach-In event. As graduate students, instructors, and members of the Virginia Tech community, we affirm our commitment to valuing and respecting all forms of knowledge, seeking strength in diversity and believing that understanding across differences is necessary to build community both in and out of the classroom. Through interactive workshops, panel discussions, and presentations, dialogue is invited on topical issues ranging from communicating science to fostering inclusive classroom environments and beyond. Light refreshments will be available.
PUBLIC LECTURE BY DISTINGUISHED HARVARD PHYSICS PROFESSOR
Tuesday, Apr 3, Reception 7:45-8:30pm, Lecture and Q&A 8:30-10:00pm, Goodwin 190
Iranian Society at Virginia Tech (ISVT) will be hosting Prof. Cumrun Vafa, the famous Iranian-American string theorist from Harvard University. He will give a public talk honoring Stephen Hawking titled “Hawking, Ramanujan and Stringy Black Holes”. For more info, please visit the event page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/156246605063982/
FINAL PARENT SUPPORT LUNCHEON FOR SPRING SEMESTER
Wednesday, Apr 11, 12:00 – 3:00, Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive
The final Parent Support Luncheon of the school year will be at the Blacksburg Community Center to learn about the programs and camps they offer for families and children as lunch is eaten. BRING YOUR SWIMMING GEAR! After lunch, the Blacksburg Aquatic Center has graciously invited all of us to swim for FREE! Sign-up is required for this event, and participation is limited to the first 75 participants, including children. Sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0e4fabaa28a1ff2-april1. Questions? Email childcare@vt.edu.
BLACKSBURG BLOCKCHAIN SYMPOSIUM
Friday, Apr 20, 8:00am-2:30pm, The Lyric Theatre
The first-ever Blacksburg Blockchain Symposium, hosted by GFURR, will draw from Blacksburg’s rich and diverse array of perspectives to examine the political, economic, and social impacts of blockchain technology. Bringing together academics, practitioners and the public, the Blacksburg Blockchain Symposium will examine the promise??, potential??, and pitfalls of blockchain in a variety of contexts, with a central focu?s on exploring the many regulatory challenges that are emerging around the blockchain and how we conceptualize resilience within our financial and political systems. Register at: http://bburg-blockchain.io/?. Lunch will be provided. For more information, please contact gfurr@vt.edu