Recurring Events:
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES:
2. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS:
This Week’s Events:
3. VIETNAM GRAFFITI PROJECT
4. HOW TO USE iTHENTICATE – TRAINING SESSIONS
5. ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN GRADUATE CONNECT LUNCH
6. 2ND OVER-30 GRADUATE STUDENT SOCIAL
7. ORDER OF THE ENGINEER INDUCTION CEREMONY
8. AEL MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION SESSION
9. TIE-DYE AND TACOS WITH THE GRADUATE FELLOWS
10. BIOBUILD SYMPOSIUM
11. HOW TO GRADHD? – AN OPEN DISCUSSION
12. GLC HIKE TO THE CASCADES + BARNEY’S WALL
13. AN EVENING OF FLAMENCO AND SPANISH TRADITIONAL DANCE
Administrative Announcements:
14. GEW FEEDBACK SURVEY – 1st posting
15. GRAD STUDENT ACTION PHOTOS SOUGHT FOR COMMENCEMENT SLIDESHOW – 1st posting
16. REGISTRATION FOR CULTURAL ACHIEVEMENT CEREMONIES & RECEPTIONS – 1st posting
17. GRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM REFLECTION SURVEY—2nd posting
18. JO ANN UNDERWOOD ALLY OF THE YEAR AWARD REGISTRATION – 2nd posting
19. SPRING 2018 GRADUATE STUDENT ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST – 2nd posting
20. TFP APPLICATION REVIEW – 3rd posting
21. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR GRAD RESEARCH ON VIOLENCE PROGRAM – 3rd posting
Jobs:
22. GA TO SUPPORT WOMEN & GENDER IN INT’L DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – 1st posting
23. UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES HIRING STUDENT WEB DEVELOPERS – 1st posting
24. GRADUATE FELLOW POSITION WITH NETWORKED LEARNING INITIATIVES – 1st posting
25. GA TO ASSISTANT DIRECTOR IN STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER – 2nd posting
26. GA TO DIRECTOR IN STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER – 2nd posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
27. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO SUPPORT BENEFIT BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT – 1st posting
28. RESEARCH STUDY: SENSORY EVALUATION OF ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS – 1st posting
29. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: STUDY WITH VIRTUAL REALITY (VR) TECHNOLOGIES – 3rd posting
30. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: STUDY W/AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) TECHNOLOGIES – 3rd posting
31. SEEKING PARTICIPANTS FOR FOCUS GROUPS ON VT WEBSITE DESIGN – 3rd posting
Upcoming events:
— FIRST-GENERATION GRADUATE STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH
— DIGITAL LITERACY MODULE FOCUS GROUP
— LOAN REPAYMENT INFO SESSION
— READING DAY YOGA AND HIKE
— 2018 DIVERSITY SPOTLIGHT EVENT
Recurring Events
1. WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES:
– 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 Wednesday only this week, GLC Room A, 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. WEEKLY RECURRING EVENTS:
– Writing strategies consultations: Mondays 10:30-12:00pm, GLC Room A (https://www.lib.vt.edu/spaces/writing-center.html )
– Grad mindfulness: Tuesdays, 11:00-11:30am, 5071 Derring (lashley@vt.edu )
– Ask the Academy – GTA Walk-in Advising: Wednesdays, GLC Room A (http://vtgrate.org/academy-members/)
– Intervarsity Grad Christian Fellowship bible studies: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, various locations (http://gcfvt.wordpress.com/small-groups/ )
– Conversational English practice for grads: Wednesdays and Fridays, 2:30-3:30pm, GLC Room A (eichelman@gmail.com)
– Grad student bible study: Thursdays, 12:20-1:30pm, GLC Room D (taylor@gracecovenantpca.org.)
– GLC Café: Wednesdays (2nd and 4th) and Thursdays 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
– Vinyasa yoga with Joe Scarpaci: Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:15pm, GLC Wellness Room (G) (vmontes@vt.edu)
– Kids’ night out: Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, VT Women’s Ctr; registration required at https://doodle.com/poll/6shanevq6dtt4sbh. Last KNO of semester—please read Doodle directions carefully. For more info go to https://womenscenter.vt.edu/Support/kids-night-out.html.
This Week’s Events
3. VIETNAM GRAFFITI PROJECT
Monday, Apr 23, 4:45-6:45pm, Goodwin Hall 190
Military artifact historian Art Beltrone and photographer Lee Beltrone, founders of the Vietnam Graffiti Project, will present their discovery through film and photos and share the stories of the Americans who left their mark on the way to war. One General Nelson M. Walker troop passenger was Virginia Tech student and Highty Tighties’ member Garland ‘Skip’ Whitmore. His story will also be told. This event is free and open to the public. Grad student Alex Stubberfield invites you to this event hosted by the Political Science Dept. and the VTCC.
4. HOW TO USE iTHENTICATE – TRAINING SESSIONS
Multiple dates and times, GLC Room F; registration required
The Graduate School is offering training sessions to graduate students and faculty on how to use iThenticate, a newly available software system to review the originality of documents, ensure accurate attribution to other authors, and eliminate occurrences of potential plagiarism. Multiple sessions are offered, all in GLC Room F; please register for only one if you are interested at https://app.nli.tlos.vt.edu/; search by date or for “iThenticate” in the title box.
– Tuesday, Apr 24, 7:00-8:30pm
– Thursday, Apr 26, 10:30am-12:00pm
– Friday, Apr 27, 1:00-2:30pm
5. ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN GRADUATE CONNECT LUNCH
Tuesday, Apr 24, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Room B
Join the Graduate School Office for Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion for lunch in honor of Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month. Come connect with faculty, staff and students while enjoying some delicious free food! https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_71KthcxS6AyxPj. All are welcome to attend! Questions? Contact Luisa at luisab93@vt.edu.
6. 2ND OVER-30 GRADUATE STUDENT SOCIAL
Tuesday, Apr 24, 4:30-6:30pm, GLC Lounge – across from Auditorium.
We will conduct a focus group on older graduate student concerns from 4:30 to 5:00. Games or socializing from 5:00-6:30. Light refreshments will also be provided. Mark it on your calendar and come socialize with fellow over-30 grad students!
7. ORDER OF THE ENGINEER INDUCTION CEREMONY
Tuesday, Apr 24, 6:00-8:00pm, Goodwin Hall Room 155
The Order of the Engineer was initiated in the U.S. to foster a spirit of pride and responsibility in the engineering profession, to bridge the gap between training and experience, and to present to the public a visible symbol identifying the engineer. Joining the Order of the Engineer requires signing up (via e-mail), getting sized for your ring, paying the one-time $25 fee, and coming to the induction ceremony. To join, please go to https://tinyurl.com/mo574b6. If you have further questions, please email us at
orderoftheengineervt@gmail.com.
8. AEL MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION SESSION
Wednesday, Apr 25, 11:00am-1:00pm, GLC Meeting Room F
Alpha Epsilon Lambda (AEL) Graduate Honor Society for academic excellence and leadership is inviting all graduate students to join us for coffee and donuts to learn more about becoming an AEL member. There will be a drawing for 3 complimentary tickets to attend the Urban Bush Women Performance on Apr 28 at 7:30pm in the Moss Art Center and door prizes for the first 30 students. A brief talk by Dr. Karen DePauw will be followed by a presentation about AEL membership process. Grad students may apply for membership based on academic achievements and leadership experiences. Application is open until 5:00pm May 1. Induction ceremony will be held in Fall 2018. Members will be informed of induction date and location once accepted. Application can be found at http://www.ael.graduateschool.vt.edu/application-process/. For more info, visit AEL website at http://www.ael.graduateschool.vt.edu/ or contact Turki Al-Zahrani at aelvtg@gmail.com.
9. TIE-DYE AND TACOS WITH THE GRADUATE FELLOWS
Wednesday, Apr 25, 12:00-2:00pm, Graduate School Lawn
Take an afternoon break with the Graduate Fellows to enjoy delicious tacos and create a tie-dye masterpiece. Tie-dye materials will be provided, but please bring your own shirt (or other garment). Please only bring one item to tie-dye to ensure that as many people as possible can join in on the fun. Tie-dye works best with white cloth, but lightly colored material may work okay too. If interested in attending this event, please complete this survey. Email Danielle Lewis at mdlewis4@vt.edu with any questions.
10. BIOBUILD SYMPOSIUM
Thursday, Apr 26, 2:00-8:00pm, Holtzman Alumni Center at the Inn at Virginia Tech
The first BioBuild Symposium being held April 26 in the Holtzman Alumni Center. The theme is “Building with Nature.” It will begin at 2:00pm with a workshop on the Living Building Challenge Rating System, followed by a research & refreshments poster session and Keynote speech. The event will conclude with a networking reception, with adult beverages, until 8:00pm. Registration is free for Virginia Tech students, staff and faculty. More information and registration link can be found here: http://biobuild.mlsoc.vt.edu/symposium.
11. HOW TO GRADHD? – AN OPEN DISCUSSION
Thursday, Apr 26, 5:30-7:00pm, GLC Meeting Room C
An open discussion about the challenges of being a Graduate Student who has ADHD (or other learning disability) and teaching students who have learning disabilities. We would like to hear from the Graduate Student Community at VT about their experiences in the classroom, both as a student and as a TA. Do you feel like you are ready to deal with students who have ADHD? Do you know where to find the resources to help your students? Do you know how to identify the signs that the struggle your student is facing could be due to a learning disability? Come tell us about your experience and help us improve our Graduate Student community resources at VT. If you have any questions, contact Tamy Guimarães at tgbucalo@vt.edu.
12. GLC HIKE TO THE CASCADES + BARNEY’S WALL
Saturday, Apr 28, 10:00am
Join the Graduate Fellows and other graduate students on a relaxing hike to the Cascades! Come see the beautiful waterfall and cross an item off the Hokie Bucket list. The hike is approximately 4 miles (2 hours) round-trip with the potential of extending the trip to include Barney’s Wall based on interest. Space is limited, so complete this survey to register by Tues Apr 24 if you are planning to attend. Email Athulya Simon at aasimon@vt.edu with any questions.
13. AN EVENING OF FLAMENCO AND SPANISH TRADITIONAL DANCE
Saturday, Apr 28, 4:00pm. GLC Multipurpose Room
Come watch ‘Ole at VT’s semester-ending performance. Enjoy an evening of Flamenco and Spanish Traditional Dance and Music. Event is free and open to all. Family-friendly event. For more information contact grad student Jenni Green jennig@vt.edu
Administrative Announcements:
14. GEW FEEDBACK SURVEY – 1st posting
The Grad School needs your help! We need student feedback to plan future Graduate Education Weeks. The survey will take less than 5 minutes to fill out and can be found here:
https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4GGQjL81lJWHFDD. A Kroger gift card will be raffled away to one participant! Thank you in advance!
15. GRAD STUDENT ACTION PHOTOS SOUGHT FOR COMMENCEMENT SLIDESHOW – 1st posting
The graduate commencement ceremony on May 10 includes “Images and Reflections,” a 5-minute slideshow segment shown on the video boards with musical accompaniment. We invite photos from graduating students that depict your lives as grad students. If you would like your photo(s) to be included in the commencement slideshow, send digital photos to grads@vt.edu by Apr 27. The slideshow is compiled by the Graduate Student Services Office; photo submission does not guarantee inclusion; photos may be cropped to fit video board size standards.
16. REGISTRATION FOR CULTURAL ACHIEVEMENT CEREMONIES & RECEPTIONS – 1st posting
Virginia Tech hosts several cultural achievement ceremonies and receptions for VT community members. These receptions/ceremonies are for students who graduate in the spring. Graduating students who wish to participate must register, and they may register for as many events as they would like. Go to https://ccc.vt.edu/advocacy/ceremonies.html for details and registration.
– Aliyah Reception
– American Indian & Indigenous Reception
– Asian American Reception
– Donning of the Kente
– Gesta Latina
– International Student Achievement Ceremony
– Lavender Ceremony
– Muslim Student Reception
– Students in Recover
– Veterans Reception
17. GRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM REFLECTION SURVEY—2nd posting
The Graduate Student Assembly is excited to collect feedback for this semester’s Graduate Research Symposium. All responses are welcomed! Anyone interested in providing feedback may do so here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0GSxdPR8ipXjEiN. All responses due by Tuesday, May 1.
18. JO ANN UNDERWOOD ALLY OF THE YEAR AWARD REGISTRATION – 2nd posting
This award is intended to celebrate someone who has demonstrated a commitment to the advancement of equity for and the needs of the LGBTQ+ Community at VT or locally. Please nominate anyone who you believe to be deserving of such an award and provide contact information and a rationale in support of your nomination via this form. All nominations are due by April 20. The recipient will be selected by the LGBT Faculty and Staff Caucus Executive Committee and the nominator and nominee will be contacted directly following selection. Please submit your nominations here: https://goo.gl/forms/JVblc18guPBzbF3J3 or by contacting Katie Mey at katie2@vt.edu.
19. SPRING 2018 GRADUATE STUDENT ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST – 2nd posting
The Graduate School invites submissions of art work and photography by graduate students for display during the spring semester and beyond. Submissions are limited to three pieces (art and/or photography) per graduate student. The deadline is April 30. Find more information at: https://graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/glc-art-and-photo-contest.html
20. TFP APPLICATION REVIEW – 2nd posting
The Graduate Student Assembly (GSA) is looking for graduate student volunteers to review applications for the Travel Fund Program (TFP). To review applications, you must be a graduate student, and you must be one that did not apply to the spring 2018 TFP application cycle. Although we cannot compensate you with money, we do compensate with free food and eternal gratitude. To sign up, visit: http://bit.ly/TFP-Spring2018-volunteer. The survey will be open until Monday, April 16, at 11:59PM.
21. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR GRAD RESEARCH ON VIOLENCE PROGRAM – 3rd posting
The Center for Peace Studies and Violence Prevention (CPSVP) is accepting applications for the Graduate Research on Violence Program. The aim of this program is to provide graduate students support for conducting thesis or dissertation research. Applications are due June 1. For more details, go to https://drive.google.com/open?id=19IfpYZ6DGf7S9QppZEKsqBL748WYzBES.
Jobs:
22. GA TO SUPPORT WOMEN & GENDER IN INT’L DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM – 1st posting
The Women and Gender in International Development (WGD) program at the Center for International Research, Education, and Development is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support administrative and research activities. The WGD program ensures a gender-sensitive approach to all projects and raises awareness at Virginia Tech about gender and international development issues. 9 mo. assistantship beginning Fall 2018. Must have a background in geography, sociology, agricultural economics, gender studies, or a related field; demonstrated interest in international development and gender issues; and research experience. Application deadline: May 3 or until filled. Go to:
https://cired.vt.edu/About/job-opportunities.html for further information.
23. UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES HIRING STUDENT WEB DEVELOPERS – 1st posting
University Libraries is hiring student web developers for the summer and possibly continuing into the upcoming school year. Up to 32 hours per week within the Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm timeframe. Skills needed for the position include JavaScript, CSS, CMS experience, and strong communication skills. To gauge interest, please fill out the form: https://lib.vt.edu/student-web-dev
24. GA POSITION WITH NETWORKED LEARNING INITIATIVES – 1st posting
Networked Learning Initiatives (NLI) is seeking a motivated graduate student for 2018-19 that can provide operations assistance for NLI programming. Duties include assisting with the NLI daily operations, including database management and support, greeting and assisting program instructors; maintaining organization of facilities as needed; assisting with NLI event logistics; and other related duties as assigned. Must have experience providing support in an academic or professional setting; proficiency with computer functions such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database management; experience with standard computer software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.; and strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. View the full position description: https://nli.tlos.vt.edu/about/nlifellow.html. To apply, submit cover letter, resume, and name/contact information for two references by May 4 to Stephanie Overton, Assistant Director, nli@vt.edu.
25. GA TO ASSISTANT DIRECTOR IN STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER – 2nd posting
This full-time (20 hr.) Graduate Assistantship reporting to the Assistant Director in the Student Success Center (SSC). Responsible for assisting with the coordination and development of the Peer Academic Coaching Program, as well as the planning and delivery of several academic support programs including the Seminar Series on Academic Success. Will serve as co-instructor for one section of UNIV 1004: College Success Strategies. Will also meet with and advise undergrads on the development of various academic skill and habits. Requires a high level of initiative and strong interpersonal, organizational, leadership, presentation, and intrapersonal reflection skills. Weekly evening hours and occasional weekend work required. Preference will be given to graduate students pursuing a PhD or Master’s degree in education, counseling or a related field, but others with related experiences will be considered. If interested, please contact tamal2@vt.edu. Go to https://studentsuccess.vt.edu/ for more info on the Student Success Center.
26. GA TO DIRECTOR IN STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER – 2nd posting
This full-time (20 hour) Graduate Assistant reports to the Director in the SSC. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the planning and delivery of several academic support programs. This position requires a high level of initiative and strong interpersonal, organizational, leadership, and presentation skills. Weekly evening hours and occasional weekend work required. Responsibilities include Assisting in the coordination and curriculum updates for all UNIV 1004: College Success Strategies courses and teaching one section per semester; Assist in the coordination and academic support for the Presidential Scholarship Initiative (PSI); Assist in academic support outreach to under-represented students; Meet with and advise individual undergraduate students on the development of academic skills; Assist Director with the preparation of semester and annual report. If interested, please contact tamal2@vt.edu. Go to https://studentsuccess.vt.edu/ for more info on the Student Success Center.
Volunteers and research participants sought:
27. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO SUPPORT BENEFIT BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT – 1st posting
Recreational Sports is hosting the 2nd Annual Jerry Colyer Memorial Classic on Saturday April 28th. This tournament aims to honor and support a fallen former co-worker with all proceeds going to support Colyer’s daughter along with one of his passions, student development. Volunteers needed to help support the event in the areas of admission, team check in and concessions. If interested, please sign up http://recsports.ivolunteer.com/colyerclassic_2018. Questions? Email or call Shelly Rasnick, Volunteer Coordinator at rasnicks@vt.edu or 540-231-0620.
28. RESEARCH STUDY: SENSORY EVALUATION OF ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS – 1st posting
Participants are sought for a sensory study to investigate the taste interactions of three artificial sweeteners in water and applesauce. Participants will be asked about their taste perceptions and preferences for each sweetener sample. Each session lasts approx.15-20 min and will be held in the Sensory Evaluation Lab in the Dept. of Food Science and Technology (HABB1 205) on Thursday, Apr 26 10am-5pm and Friday, Apr 27 from 9am-1pm. Each participant receives a snack and appreciation as compensation. Must be 18+ years of age and no sensitivity to sweeteners including aspartame, sucralose, stevia, and erythritol. For more info contact Emily Myers eamyers@vt.edu.
29. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: STUDY WITH VIRTUAL REALITY (VR) TECHNOLOGIES – 3rd posting
We are looking for voluntary participants for a user study entitled “Evaluation of Communication Interfaces in Collaborative Augmented Reality” at the Moss Arts Center. The participants in the study will have a chance to experience the state-of-the-art technology of Virtual Reality, including head-mounted display. The entire session should take around 60 minutes. This study is part of a class project in CS 5754 and has been approved by the instructor. If you are interested to sign up or have any questions or comments about the study, please contact Yuan Li (yli92@vt.edu).
30. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: STUDY W/AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) TECHNOLOGIES – 3rd posting
The Center for Human-Computer Interaction is currently conducting a study examining to investigate how future AR interfaces should be. The study will make use of state-of-the-art AR technologies such as the Microsoft HoloLens. Participants will be asked to perform physical actions, such as walking and drawing, and tasks in AR such as reading, and moving windows. Participants will be asked for their comments and preferences about different interaction alternatives. The entire experimental session will take about one hour. Participation is voluntary and confidential. For more information please contact Wallace Lages: wlages@vt.edu.
31. SEEKING PARTICIPANTS FOR FOCUS GROUPS ON VT WEBSITE DESIGN – 3rd posting
Students/Faculty/Staff and Alumni are invited to participate in a focus group centered on the pending design and implementation of Virginia Tech’s main web presence, vt.edu. Feedback is vital to the design process. Focus groups will take place throughout the day on Thursday, Apr 26 in the Squires Student Center. Sessions should last no longer than 45 min. More info will be sent to those confirming attendance before the focus group. To express interest, please go to https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e4fsi3VqBmiuH1b by Tuesday, Apr 24.
Upcoming events:
FIRST-GENERATION GRADUATE STUDENT CONNECT LUNCH
Monday, Apr 30, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Room C
Join the Graduate School Office for Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion for lunch. Come connect with other first-generation faculty, staff and students while enjoying some delicious free food! https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5u1prCQTQPlTniR. All are welcome to attend! Questions? Contact Luisa at luisab93@vt.edu.
DIGITAL LITERACY MODULE FOCUS GROUP
Monday, April 30, 1-2:30pm, TORG 3310
Test-drive and provide feedback on a Canvas module on communicating online. This session is part of an ongoing research study on perceptions and needs related to digital literacy at VT. Lunch provided! RSVP https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefE6NTtxaor-nr_8QpBi5J6n1mZXJNYzcHKfKA7y8C13HBQw/viewform. Contact Julia Feerrar (feerrar@vt.edu) with any questions.
LOAN REPAYMENT INFO SESSION
Wednesday, Apr 25, 5:00-6:00pm, GLC Room F
University Scholarships and Financial Aid offers an information session for graduate students on how to manage repayment of student loans. This session will focus on understanding loan terms and conditions, knowing how much to repay and to whom, defining short- and long-term financial goals and developing an affordable budget plan. RSVP at https://goo.gl/forms/TbGmb9D7lR2uoVoG3 to attend and to request a personalized account of your Loans and current Loan balances.
READING DAY YOGA AND HIKE
Thursday, May 3, 7:45am-3:00pm
Venture Out is leading a trip on reading day called Reading Day Yoga and Hike for anyone to sign up and take a break right before finals begin. The trip fee is $15 and that includes transportation, yoga and a mat, hike, and morning tea. Plan to meet at the Venture Out House on Roanoke St. at 7:45 am and return around 2:00 or 3:00pm. A meal is not provided, so bring lunch or snacks if you think you will get hungry during the hike. Sign up for the trip is here. Questions? Contact Shelly Rasnick at rasnicks@vt.edu.
2018 DIVERSITY SPOTLIGHT EVENT
Thursday, May 3, Noon-1:30 pm, Graduate Life Center, Multi-Purpose Room
Please join us in celebrating and collaborating with the seventh cohort of Graduate Diversity Scholars (GDS). The Scholars will present their projects in a lightning-round format and invite stakeholders to collaborate. Lunch will be provided for registered guests. Please register here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8kVZtBDHAkSCwVD. You can find a full listing of 2018 Graduate Diversity Scholars at http://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/diversity/diversity-scholars/current-diversity-scholars.html. Questions? Please contact Shania Clinedinst at sbooker1@vt.edu.