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Welcome to the Graduate School’s listserv for sharing events, services, administrative announcements and job opportunities for graduate students. Messages are posted on Mondays. Postings must be relevant to graduate students; include the name and contact of the requesting organization or person; not exceed 150 words; not include attachments. Submissions will be edited to fit listserv style and formatting requirements. Submit posting requests by 5:00pm Friday before the Monday on which the posting is to appear using this Google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2JYIsJWukV6cp6c28CU9vZ3DgGqi0z-pJVdv_KcDH1NjCQA/viewform . The GLC Weekly postings are also available at https://webapps.graduateschool.vt.edu/glcweekly/ . If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact the reference in the posting at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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This Week’s Events:
0. Ongoing Services – updated 2/7/22
1. INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT FOCUS GROUP ON THE DEPENDENT EXPERIENCE
2. CONTEXTUALIZING ENGINEERING PEDAGOGIES
3. APIDA ALUMNI CAREER PANEL
4. RE-IMAGINING VIETNAMESE REFUGEES
5. STRATEGIES AND TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT GRADING
6. GLC CAFÉ
7. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CONNECT EVENT
8. LYME DISEASE IN THE NEW RIVER VALLEY WITH BRANDON JUTRAS
9. HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY – April 28
10. DIVERSITY SCHOLARS SPOTLIGHT
11. VTABLE TALK: DINNER AND A MOVIE – “LOVING”
12. UNDERSTANDING DISPLACEMENT: GLOBAL AND LOCAL PERSPECTIVES
13. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
14. CULTIVATING PEACE: A SYMPOSIUM FOR VIOLENCE PREVENTION
15. PUNCHING YOUR FINALS!
16. WOMEN AND POWER: SYMBOLISM OR REALITY?
17. CROSS-CULTURAL DISCUSSION GROUP
18. ELECTRONIC LITERATURE PANEL AND EXHIBIT: CELEBRATING THE NEW RIVER JOURNAL‘S 25TH ANNIVERSARY
19. SPRING FLING
Administrative Announcements:
20. NEW GLC WEEKLY LISTSERVE POSTING SUBMISSION PROCESS – 1st posting
21. PLAN OF STUDY EXPERIENCE SURVEY FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 2nd posting
22. SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INSTRUCTOR SURVEY 2022 – 2nd posting
23. SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE EDUCATION BY STUDENTS (SAVES) PEER EDUCATION TEAM SEEKS MEMBERS – 2nd posting
24. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH – 3rd posting
25. GRADUATE STUDENTS NEEDED FOR STUDENT LIFE COUNCIL AT VIRGINIA TECH – 3rd posting
Jobs:
26. GA OPENINGS IN THE GRADUATE SCHOOL STUDENT SERVICES OFFICE FOR 2022-2023 – 1st posting
27. RECEPTIONIST/PROJECT ASSISTANT SUMMER POSITIONS IN THE WOMEN’S CENTER – 1st posting
28. GRADUATE ASSISTANT NEEDED IN GLOBAL ENGINEERING, ENGAGEMENT & RESEARCH FOR 2022-2023 – 1st posting
29. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION CONTEMPORARY HISTORY PROJECT (1980-2020) – 1st posting
30. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP IN THE INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN AND INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA GROUP – 1st posting
31. VIRGINIA GENERAL ASSEMBLY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM FOR 2022-2023 – 2nd posting
32. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION IN ACCESSIBLE TECHNOLOGIES – 2nd posting
33. FULL-TIME GRADUATE ASSISTANT NEEDED IN CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AND LEARNING – 3rd posting
Volunteers and research participants sought:
34. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY ON HUMAN-ROBOT INTERACTION – 1st posting
35. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON PEDESTRIAN SAFETY – 1st posting
36. VTTI/COGENT RESEARCH STUDY SEEKING PARTICIPANTS – 1st posting
37. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CREATING VOICE MEMOS – 2nd posting
38. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY WITH ROBOTS – 2nd posting
39. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY MEASURING BALANCE ON LADDERS – 3rd posting
40. INDIVIDUALS DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER NEEDED FOR STUDY – 3rd posting
Upcoming Events:
41.ECO-THEATER WORKSHOP – May 2-4
42. RAMEN FOR READING DAY – May 5
43. APIDA ACHIEVEMENT CEREMONY – May 11
0. Ongoing Services – updated 02/7/22
- GRADUATE SCHOOL: In-person advising, drop-off or pick-up of documents and materials, and a space to study and take a break! Visit SHIP (120 GLC), M-F 9:00-4:00pm. 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 ; In-person drop-in advising every Wednesday, 1-4pm in the Graduate School (120 GLC).
- 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 (Students must pay the summer health fee or daily use fee which can be reimbursed through Aetna. Students must be in Virginia)
- WRITING CENTER SERVICES: Schedule an appointment at https://vt.mywconline.com/
- GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: contact for appointment at gradstudentombud@vt.edu, 540-231-9573
1. INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT FOCUS GROUP ON THE DEPENDENT EXPERIENCE
Monday, April 25, 12pm, Zoom
There are almost 4000 international students at Virginia Tech, many of whom have dependents, such as their spouses or kids. There are many issues this community is facing after coming to Virginia Tech, such as financial issues, health care, child care, social isolation, etc. Join us to talk about the issues you are facing as an international student with a dependent or as a dependent yourself. Please RSVP using this link https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErdOmprTsjGtCUjxDuEKx9wuoi3EzZCsn3 . For questions please contact navabpour@vt.edu
2. CONTEXTUALIZING ENGINEERING PEDAGOGIES
Monday, April 25, 4 pm (EDT time), Lane Hall 134 or Zoom
This workshop engages with Feminist and Anti-Racist Practices and Care in Engineering Studies and Engineering Education. Our hosts are: Desen Ozkan, Postdoctoral Researcher at the Center for Engineering Education and Outreach and the Institute for Research on Learning and Education; Marie Stettler Kleine, Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering, Design, & Society at Colorado School of Mines and Kari Zacharias, Assistant Professor in the Centre for Engineering Professional Practice and Engineering Education at the University of Manitoba. Workshop coordinators: Francesca Battista battistafra@vt.edu and Cora Olson cowebb@vt.edu Thank you to: The College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, Diversity and Inclusion Mini Grant, and the Diversity Scholars Program Grant Initiative through the Graduate School. Link to the event https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/88164227725
3. APIDA ALUMNI CAREER PANEL
Monday, April 25, 7-8pm, Zoom
Join us for an APIDA Alumni Career Panel. where the APIDA alumni will discuss experiences working as APIDA, changing career tracks, pursuing graduate school, and general career development advice from various career fields. Link for Registration: https://bit.ly/3wH8IdA
4. RE-IMAGINING VIETNAMESE REFUGEES
Tuesday, April 26, 12-1:30pm, Zoom
APIDAHM presents, Re-imagining Vietnamese Refugees panel where the panel members will be addressing topics such as: “In Camps: Vietnamese Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and Repatriates”, “Refugees and Postwar US-Vietnamese Relations”, and “Ocean Vuong and a Theory of Refugee Beauty”. Link for Registration: https://bit.ly/3tnETfY
5. STRATEGIES AND TOOLS FOR EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT GRADING – SIGN UP NOW!
Tuesday, April 26, 4 – 5pm, 310 Kelly Hall
The GTA training workshop (GRAD 5004) is offering this session that is developed and designed to introduce GTAs to pedagogical practices for effective grading in classrooms. We strongly encourage in-person participation for active engagement. Please complete the RSVP form (https://forms.gle/mfhfQ8VFf5TXN1w9A) by April 20th. Attendance/Zoom related questions may be forwarded to jonildab@vt.edu or chandani@vt.edu. You may also reach out to Dr. Edgar at kjedgar@vt.edu for any related concerns or feedback. GTAs currently enrolled in GRAD 5004, please refer to the Canvas Announcement.
6. GLC CAFÉ
Wednesday, April 27 and Thursday, April 28, 3:30-5pm, GLC Reading Room
Enjoy snacks, tea, coffee and conversation with graduate students and Graduate School staff. Bring your own mug if you can.
7. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CONNECT EVENT
Wednesday, April 27, 5:30-7pm, Graduate Life Center Lawn
If you are an international student with a family, or an international student dependent, join us for this connect event. Bring your family to socialize with other international students and their families, and have ICE CREAM! This event is family-friendly and free, but please RSVP by filling out this form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11zqVenw1bTTGyR5bhKDmP-5KyGQ-7TzANGoG-yxGBqE . For questions please contact navabpour@vt.edu
8. LYME DISEASE IN THE NEW RIVER VALLEY WITH BRANDON JUTRAS
Wednesday, April 27, 5:30-7pm, Rising Silo Brewery, 2351 Glade Road
Science on Tap of the NRV presents “Lyme Disease in the New River Valley with Brandon Jutras.”Brandon Jutras studies the biology and development of Lyme disease at Virginia Tech. Join us as we explore how this disease works and ask questions about this challenging area of research. Free and Open to the public. Contact Science on Tap at scienceontapnrv@gmail.com
9. HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY
Thursday, April 28, 9am-5pm, Pylons
Join Hillel at Virginia Tech and Ask Big Questions along with the VT Jewish Community for a campus-wide remembrance event as we read the names of Holocaust victims during Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, at the Pylons on Thursday, April 28th 9 am – 5 pm. We are looking for volunteers to read the names of Holocaust victims aloud. For more information on attending or volunteering, please contact Briana Schwam and Amir Gazer at bschwam@vt.edu or amirgazar@vt.edu
10. DIVERSITY SCHOLARS SPOTLIGHT
Thursday, April 28, 12-1:30pm, Graduate Life Center Multipurpose Room
The Office of Recruitment, Diversity, and Inclusion will host a Diversity Scholars showcase highlighting graduate students who specialize and advocate for the awareness, knowledge, and skills associated with diversity and inclusion in the Graduate School and greater community. Learn more about their projects in a lightning round format. Lunch provided. Registration required. Please register here: https://tinyurl.com/DSspotlight22. All are welcome to attend. Questions? Please contact Dr. Shernita Lee at ordi@vt.edu.
11. VTABLE TALK: DINNER AND A MOVIE – “LOVING”
Thursday, April 28, 6pm, Black Cultural Center, 126 Squires Student Center
The BCC is holding an end of semester event showing the film “Loving” followed by a discussion with historian and author, Peter Wallenstein who helped provide historical context for the movie. Food will be provided. Register at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bvY0eGyX5GozZGu Questions? Contact Kim Clark-Shaw at kdcshaw@vt.edu
12. UNDERSTANDING DISPLACEMENT: GLOBAL AND LOCAL PERSPECTIVES
Thursday, April 28, 6pm, Hybrid/New Hall West Training Room
APIDAHM presents Understanding Displacement: Global and Local Perspectives panel. This panel presentation will provide various perspectives related to the refugee experiences as well as the local and global implications of displacement. Given the situation in Ukraine, not to mention the growing people who have become displaced due to war, poverty, natural disaster, and other circumstances, the panelists have been asked to share their perspectives on doing work in this area. Light refreshments will be served! Link for Registration: https://bit.ly/3qR3sAr
13. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT
Thursday, April 28, 6:30-8pm,Women’s Center
Please join us for fun, free, childcare at the VT Women’s Center every Thursday from 6:30-8pm. This will be the last Kids’ Night Out of the semester! Games, snacks, toys (and maybe a movie!) are provided, and sitters provided by Chi Delta Alpha Sorority and they are excited to meet you kids.Questions? Contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu Sign up at: https://doodle.com/meeting/participate/id/eER1gM0a
14. CULTIVATING PEACE: A SYMPOSIUM FOR VIOLENCE PREVENTION
Friday, April 29, 9am-3:30pm, Zoom
The Virginia Tech Center for Peace Studies and Violence Prevention is hosting this student research symposium One of the most anticipated conference sessions this year is the workshop, “Mindfully Getting in the Middle: Exploring Basic Mediation Skills” at 1:30–3:30p facilitated by Henry Yampolsky and Eddy Smart. Please follow this link for registration: https://forms.gle/eoqiqvRuGJVMv5zq9 If you have any questions about the symposium or workshop, please contact Courtney Ross at cbillete@vt.edu or Dr. James Hawdon at hawdonj@vt.edu.
15. PUNCHING YOUR FINALS!
Friday, April 29, 2pm, 115 S Hill Dr., Blacksburg
Get ready to release the build-up stress before your finals with a full-body circuit style workout, including boxing! This event is organized by the Latin American and Iberian Graduate Students Association (LAIGSA) and Blacksburg Boxing and Fitness (BBNF). Feel free to invite your friends. No gloves or experience necessary. Register here: https://forms.gle/NDMZ3FiU331NmaDm7
16. WOMEN AND POWER: SYMBOLISM OR REALITY?
Friday, April 29, 2-3:30pm, Zoom
A Webinar focused on discussion of women from around the world and their ability to inspire and lead in ways that have created real and sustained change in their communities. The guest Speakers representing Africa, the Caribbean, and the U.S. will look at how power is measured and assess the impact on women in these regions. Our very own, former Graduate School Dean Dr. Karen DePauw will be a panelist! The audience will have an opportunity to ask questions and engage in meaningful conversations. Register here: bit.ly/WomenAndPowerDIPLAB Questions? Contact Zuleka Woods rdauda@vt.edu
17. CROSS-CULTURAL DISCUSSION GROUP
Friday, April 29, 2:30-4pm, GLC Room B
Join this cross-cultural discussion group for a fun conversation on popular sports across nations, make new friends from different cultures, expand your worldview and enjoy some international snacks! Due to space limit, please sign up ahead of time via https://forms.gle/7R5UcKGmvgnnWWzBA.
18. ELECTRONIC LITERATURE PANEL AND EXHIBIT: CELEBRATING THE NEW RIVER JOURNAL‘S 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Friday, April 29, 7pm, Newman Library Multipurpose Room (1st floor)
Join us for a major panel event about electronic literature and new media! In celebration of The New River Journal‘s historic 25th anniversary, we will be discussing the history of electronic literature, publishing, recent digital art developments, and the importance of this Virginia Tech journal. Scholar and writer Stuart Moulthrop will be in conversation with founder Ed Falco and others. This event will launch our interactive library exhibit on the first floor of the Newman Library. There will be food! If you have questions or need accommodations, contact us at TheNewRiverVT@gmail.com.
19. SPRING FLING
Saturday, April 30, 1-4pm, Eggleston Quad
The Drillfield Quad and Residence Hall Federation is sponsoring this event featuring food, music, crafts, inflatables, games and more! Those that bring non-perishable food items will be eligible to win prizes. The food will be donated to The Market.
20. NEW GLC WEEKLY LISTSERVE POSTING SUBMISSION PROCESS – 1st posting
As you know this email is very long and can take a while to put together each week. In an effort to have information all in once place and to simplify the process, we are moving towards a Google form submission process in place of sending submissions via email. If you have a posting to submit, please use this form now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2JYIsJWukV6cp6c28CU9vZ3DgGqi0z-pJVdv_KcDH1NjCQA/viewform I’m sure we will have kinks to work out but please bear with us as we transition to this process. Also, please remember to submit your posting by the Friday before the Monday in which you want the information sent out.
21. PLAN OF STUDY EXPERIENCE SURVEY FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 2nd posting
The Graduate School is committed to provide a better experience for the graduate students. In order to improve our students’ experiences with the Plan of Study forms, we are conducting an experience study. When you volunteer to participate in our experience study, you will help us better understand the needs and expectations of our graduate students. The information you will provide will help inform decisions about improving your Plan of Study experience. Your participation in the study is voluntary, and your responses will be completely confidential. More details and the survey link can be found here: https://it.vt.edu/partnerships/university-wide-user-groups/ux-community/pos.html
22. SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INSTRUCTOR SURVEY 2022 – 2nd posting
Services for Students with Disabilities would like for all teaching faculty/instructors/graduate teaching assistants to participate in this survey https://baseline.campuslabs.com/vpiasu/ssdsurvey to assist their office with collecting data to further our mission and goals.
23. SEXUAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE EDUCATION BY STUDENTS (SAVES) PEER EDUCATION TEAM SEEKS MEMBERS – 2nd posting
SAVES is a group of passionate and dedicated students at Virginia Tech that strive to educate our community on topics such as sexual assault, stalking, gender-based violence, and (un)healthy relationships. By leading presentations, hosting informal discussions, and organizing campaigns like Red Flag, we strive to encourage healthy relationships and make our campus safer and more rewarding for all of its members. Working with the Virginia Tech Women’s Center, we’ll provide students with the necessary training and resources to get started; just bring your enthusiasm and a commitment to helping others! In return, you’ll acquire a solid background in sexual assault/gender-based violence and how to stop it. This qualifies you to be a SAVES peer educator. Along the way, you’ll gain critical hands-on leadership experience in oral and written communications, campaign organization and operations, crisis response, and presentation skills. Click here for additional information and to appy!
24. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH – 3rd posting
With the Faculty Mentor of the Month program, the Graduate School recognizes and highlights the important role faculty members play in supporting, encouraging, and promoting an affirmative, inclusive scholarly and teaching environment for graduate students. Nominate your faculty advisors, committee members, or other faculty members who have played a significant role in their graduate experience, either in a single noteworthy instance or through continued and consistent support by completing this nomination form at any time: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/awards/outstanding-mentor-award/Mentor_of_the_Month.html. The Graduate School selects one faculty mentor a month to receive a certificate and a small token of our appreciation. The faculty mentor will be featured on our website and recognized on social media platforms, as well.
25. GRADUATE STUDENTS NEEDED FOR STUDENT LIFE COUNCIL AT VIRGINIA TECH – 3rd posting
The Student Life Council at Virginia Tech serves as an advisory group for Student Affairs. The Student Life Council (SLC) is led by a student chair and consists a diverse committee of up to 20 students. The SLC meets twice monthly to discuss relevant student issues, provide input on emerging projects important to campus life, and offer counsel related to policy, practice, and the aspirations for student learning.
The Council meets twice a month; bi-monthly on selected Thursday afternoons from 5:30-7:00 pm and six Thursdays of the year for a Town-Gown meeting from 5:00-7:30. Since the primary purpose of the Student Life Council is advisory, there is minimal time commitment beyond the required meetings described above. Council members, however, will be frequently informed of optional activities where student input is needed. Students interested in serving on the 2022-2023 Student Life Council should submit an application via GobblerConnect. The application deadline is April 18, 2022. Interviews will happen between April 19th and April 22; decisions will be sent out by April 27th. Students must be in good standing with Virginia Tech and the application involves a check of academic and conduct standing. Interested students must have a robust interest in strengthening campus life at Virginia Tech, and commit to being available during the times outlined above for a period between August 2022 and May 2023. Questions about the Student Life Council can be directed to Frances Keene, fbabb@vt.edu, 231-8056.
26. GA OPENINGS IN THE GRADUATE SCHOOL STUDENT SERVICES OFFICE FOR 2022-2023 – 1st posting
The Graduate School Student Services Office has two graduate assistantship positions open for 2022-2023. Duties include planning events and support programs for graduate students, assisting the Graduate School with events such as orientation, graduate education week, etc, contributing to creation of print and other media, and supporting the Support Hub of Inclusive Practices (SHIP) when needed. Interested candidates should complete the Google form application, including uploading their resume and cover letter, which details their interest in the position and applicable qualifications/experience: https://forms.gle/JeDhKEXUBpowhJhB9 The deadline for applications is Sunday, May 8 at midnight. A full job description can be found here: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/content/dam/graduateschool_vt_edu/gsso/GA-GSSO-job-description-2022-23.pdf
27. RECEPTIONIST/PROJECT ASSISTANT SUMMER POSITIONS IN THE WOMEN’S CENTER – 1st posting
The Women’s Center is currently accepting applications for two (2) Receptionist/Project Assistant positions (Job #6328721 in Handshake). We are seeking students who want to support our team for the summer of 2022. Key responsibilities include serving as the first point of contact with the public; answering phones; ensuring proper functioning of the office space; supporting staff with projects and workload; and ensuring smooth opening and closing of the office. There is also a lot to learn and fun to have along the way! Are you interested in the work of the campus Women’s Center and in advancing our mission at Virginia Tech? If so, learn more about us by visiting the Women’s Center website and apply through Handshake! Click here for information on Handshake.
28. GRADUATE ASSISTANT NEEDED IN GLOBAL ENGINEERING, ENGAGEMENT & RESEARCH FOR 2022-2023 – 1st posting
A full-time graduate assistant is needed to provide program support for the activities and initiatives of the Global Engineering, Engagement and Research (GEER) office for the academic year 2022-2023. GEER, 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. Contact email: ipitadmin@vt.edu For more information and to apply: www.eng.vt.edu/academics/international-programs/global-engineering-graduate-assistant.html
29. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP OPPORTUNITY WITH VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION CONTEMPORARY HISTORY PROJECT (1980-2020) – 1st posting
VCE is looking for a graduate student to help preserve the more contemporary history of Virginia Cooperative Extension, beginning in 1980 and going to the present through a yearlong 20-hour assistantship. The student will work with a faculty team to develop resources that can serve as an ongoing historical account of this time period by analyzing existing documents and materials from University Libraries Special Collections as well as other sites. In addition, the student will organize and conduct focus groups and individual interviews to gather data related to the change in programs, technology and communications, and the administration and organizational structure in VCE during this time frame. If you are interested in this role, contact Dr. Karen Vines, kvines@vt.edu and provide a resume or CV and a one- to three-page writing sample that outlines either your experience with similar projects or your interest in pursuing this project. Please respond by May 13. About Virginia Cooperative Extension
30. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP IN THE INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN AND INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA GROUP – 1st posting
The Instructional Design and Instructional Media group within Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS) in the Division of IT, seeks a Blacksburg-based Graduate Assistant (GA) to support the development of content and interactive learning activities within instructional media as part of the development of engaging, technology-enhanced and high-quality courses for online, onsite, connected and web-extended. This 20hr/week position includes a stipend and tuition assistance and will report to the Senior Director of Accessible Technologies. More details can be found within the posting on Handshake.
31. VIRGINIA GENERAL ASSEMBLY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM FOR 2022-2023 – 2nd posting
The Office of Government and Community Relations seeks a student interested in state government and policy for the Virginia General Assembly Fellowship program. The Fellowship is targeted at students who have an interest in state government and policy as the Fellow works in the Office of Government and Community Relations during both the fall and spring semesters. During the fall semester, the Fellow has a regular assistantship based in Blacksburg and is expected to make occasional trips to Richmond. During the spring semester, the Fellow serves in a full time role based in Richmond during the legislative session in order to monitor and participate in the activities of the General Assembly. After the session, the Fellow returns to Blacksburg to help with end of session wrap up items. The student will receive a full assistantship and tuition waiver for fall semester and spring semester. During the legislative session, a housing and food stipend is provided to cover lodging and meals. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Elizabeth Hooper at ehooper@vt.edu, no later than May 6, 2022.
32. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION IN ACCESSIBLE TECHNOLOGIES – 2nd posting
Accessible Technologies, within Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies in the Division of IT, needs a Blacksburg-based Graduate Assistant (GA) to assist in providing setup, orientation, and support of assistive technology tools to students utilizing the AT Services lab within Newman library. This 20hr/week position includes a stipend and tuition assistance and will report to the Senior Director of Accessible Technologies. More details can be found within the posting on Handshake: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/emp/jobs/6298146/edit?initial_page=4
33. FULL-TIME GRADUATE ASSISTANT NEEDED IN CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AND LEARNING – 3rd posting
The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning is seeking a graduate student with strong organization and communication skills as well as an interest in higher education pedagogy. This graduate assistantship position will involve duties related to the planning and completion of projects and events, supporting center staff, conducting research and case studies, supporting teaching services, and other duties as assigned by the CETL supervisor. This position necessitates a mature and professional demeanor, a positive and approachable attitude, and the ability to communicate with diverse groups of faculty, staff, and students. For this position, strong written and oral communication skills are required. Successful candidates will be able to work both independently and in a team, have strong organizational skills, and be flexible. This is a 9-month Graduate Assistant appointment for 20 hours/week during business hours, in person on the Blacksburg campus. Each semester this graduate assistant will work with their CETL supervisor to agree on a schedule that accommodates class schedules and Center work time. This assistantship includes stipend and tuition remission. If interested, email a cover letter and CV to teaching@vt.edu with the subject line “CETL Graduate Assistant Application”. Please indicate your specific interests and relevant skills for working in a center for teaching and learning. Application review will begin on April 25th.
34. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY ON HUMAN-ROBOT INTERACTION – 1st posting
The Collaborative Robotics Lab is conducting a user study next week. In this study, you will teach a robot to perform a task. For a detailed procedure for the study, visit this Link. If you are interested, please sign up using this link: https://calendly.com/mehtashaunak/thri-user-study. We are looking for 30 participants and the link will be unavailable when we are fully booked. We will compensate the participants with a $15 Amazon gift card.
35. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR STUDY ON PEDESTRIAN SAFETY – 1st posting
Researchers from the Mind Music Machine lab and the Human Impact Lab are conducting research on pedestrian safety for VT students. It will take up to 15 minutes to participate in the experiment. Participants will wear a VR headset during the experiment. Please note, it is not mandatory for students to sign up as a participant, and that their participation is completely voluntary. Participants will be compensated at a rate of $10/hr. Eligible participants are current Virginia Tech students 18 years of age or older, living or traveling to campus, and those who have NOT already participated in this study before. Interested students should contact the undersigned research team member to indicate their interest to participate. The research protocol for this experiment has been reviewed by the Virginia Tech Institutional Review Board (IRB #20-658).
36. VTTI/COGENT RESEARCH STUDY SEEKING PARTICIPANTS – 1st posting
VTTI/Cogent is recruiting healthy individuals to participate in a research study (IRB # 22-294). Participants must be licensed drivers with normal vision between the ages of 18 and 65. The study requires participants to participate in one session at Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), lasting approximately 2 hours, which will occur during the day. This project provides compensation of $60 for full participation. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to participate. Visa holders are not eligible. To schedule a 10-minute screening call, please access the following link:https://calendly.com/n_faria/cogent or contact Nayara Faria (nfaria@vt.edu)
37. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A STUDY ON CREATING VOICE MEMOS – 2nd posting
The EchoLab at Virginia Tech is seeking individuals that are eligible for a user study that involves creating voice memos for a system that summarizes and organizes voice memos in a hierarchical structure. The goal of the study is to understand how participants interact with such systems. This is a Virginia Tech research study with IRB # 22-112. We are seeking participants that are: 18 years and older; can do the user study which involves recording voice memos, and answering a post-task interview in English. Duration: 10 days Location: Remote For more information, please contact Amber Aftab (amber19@vt.edu
38. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR A USER STUDY WITH ROBOTS – 2nd posting
The Collaborative Robotics Lab is conducting a user study next week. Participants will physically move a robot to teach a task and will be compensated with a $20 Amazon gift card. Here is the link to signup: https://calendly.com/habibian/t-haptics-2022-user-study Ten participants are needed and the link will be unavailable when the study is fully booked.
39. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY MEASURING BALANCE ON
Subjects are needed for a Virginia Tech research study measuring balance on ladders (IRB# 22-089). The purpose of this study is to measure balance during simulated construction work on a ladder. This information will be useful in reducing the risk of falls off ladders. Participants will be asked to complete one session lasting approximately 2 hours. During this session, participants will be asked to climb a ladder and simulate construction work while we measure your balance. There is a chance you might fall off the ladder, but we have rock climbing pads to cushion any fall. Participants are eligible to participate if you: are 18-35 years old; are not heavier than 220 pounds; are not taller than 5 ft 10 in ; do not wear glasses (contacts are acceptable). Subjects will be compensated $15/hour for time and effort. For more information, please email madbiogroup@gmail.com.
40. INDIVIDUALS DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER NEEDED FOR STUDY – 3rd posting
The Embodied Brain Lab at Virginia Tech investigates how mind-body-movement practices affect brain function and physiology. We are looking for participants for an upcoming research study, focusing on individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Participants will be randomly assigned to either participate in 4 weeks of a group movement class or movie watching experience. These sessions will occur biweekly (twice per week) for a duration of 90 minutes. If you are interested or have any questions, please email danceforASD@gmail.com
41. ECO-THEATER WORKSHOP
Monday, May 2 – Wednesday, May 4, 4-8 pm, Haymarket Theater.
A theater organization (Superhero Clubhouse) from New York City is coming to Virginia Tech to hold a three-day eco theater workshop. This will be a creative workshop for people of all backgrounds, occupations, and levels of experience to collaboratively respond to climate and environmental crises through guided performance-making. Beginning with a presentation of research and culminating in short performances made by participants. The workshop is an accessible introduction to SuperheroClubhouse’s eco-theater pedagogy, offering tools to explore the complexities of the climate crisis and envision alternative futures through personal and collective expression. Seats are free but limited so please RSVP here. Food will be provided. Produced by Art for Environmental Justice (AEJ) at VT. For questions please contact Ali Namayandeh (anamayandeh@vt.edu).
42. RAMEN FOR READING DAY
Thursday, May 5, 11am-2pm, ACEC, Squires Student Center Room 140
Stop by the ACEC (Asian Cultural Engagement Center) to pick up a free cup of ramen and learn more about the ACEC! Toppings and ramen bowls are first come first serve! Hot water is supplied by ABP (Au Bon Pain).
43. APIDA ACHIEVEMENT CEREMONY
Wednesday, May 11, 12:30-1:30pm, Owens Dining Ballroom
All are invited to attend the APIDA Achievement Ceremony for Spring 2022. Please register as an attendee and/or a graduating student. Link to register for the APIDA Achievement Ceremony: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6MQMloPH3zPaAm-OSFqqurAT9aevku5TcR1fWG66vn-H6aQ/viewfor All graduating students, please fill in this form as well for creating a video montage: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1m2X_g-Dw4pt0k1JJ3lsIbkFHRYt88xRtNRPU_nvuD7Y/edit