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This Week’s Events: 

0. Ongoing Services – updated 9/21/20
1. CALZONES FOR A CAUSE
2. YOGA – FREE WEEKLY ZOOM CLASS
3. CAREERS IN STUDENT AFFAIRS MONTH PANEL
4. DE-STRESS WORKSHOP FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
5. GLC INTRAMURAL SOFTBALL
6. BEAT STRESS WITH FREE GUIDED MEDIATION
7. JUGGLING GRAD SCHOOL AND FAMILY CAREGIVING DURING COVID-19
8. GLC CAFÉ: 5-SECOND RULE EDITION

Administrative Announcements: 

9. LITTLE HOKIE HAND-ME-DOWN ACCEPTIN DONATIONS – 1st posting
10. CHILDREN’S SUPPLY DRIVE – 1st posting
11. OPEN ACCESS WEEK 2020 – OCTOBER 19-23 – 1st posting
12. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE FOR VIRGINIANS
13. BOOK GIVEAWAY BY INTERVARSITY GRAD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
14. INVITATION TO SHARE MOMENTS WHEN YOU FELT EXCLUDED AND INCLUDED AT VT – 2nd posting
15. INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH HONOR SOCIETY FALL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS – 2nd posting
16. HOMECOMING CANDIDATE’S  PLATFORM OF FOOD INSECURITY – 2nd posting
17. STUDENTS INVITED TO INTERVARSITY GRAD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP ACTIVITIES – 3rd posting
18. TECH’S GIVING ORGANIZED BY GRADUATE STUDENTS – 3rd posting
19. HOKIE MOVEMENT CLUB – 3rd posting
20. CALLING ALL 2020 GSARS PRESENTERS & JUDGES – YOUR SWAG IS HERE! – 3rd posting

Jobs: 

None at this time

Volunteers and research participants sought: 

21. PARENTS AND THEIR 7-11-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN NEEDED FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 1st posting
22. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: RESEARCH STUDY – COMPUTATIONAL THINKING PRACTICE – 1st posting
23. STUDENT FOCUS GROUP PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR MOSS ARTS CENTER – 3rd posting
24. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED: RESEARCH STUDY – DRIVING SIMULATOR STUDY ON AUDITORY DISPLAYS AT RAIL CROSSINGS – 3rd posting
25. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH – Design and evaluation of novel sonic interactions for highly autonomous vehicles – 3rd posting

Upcoming Events: 

26. OPEN ACCESS FORUM 2020 – CONNECTING THE OPENS: OPEN ACCESS, OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, AND OPEN DATA – Oct. 19
27. ONLINE OPEN ACCESS WEEK KEYNOTE: COUNTING WHAT COUNTS IN RECRUITMENT, PROMOTION AND TENURE – Oct. 20
28. OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING (OPT) WORKSHOP – Oct. 20
29. 2020 TOWARD AN OPEN MONOGRAPH ECOSYSTEM (TOME) STAKEHOLDER MEETING – Oct. 22
30. SPICE UP YOUR LIFE: HISTORY, SENSORY EVALUATION, AND PRACTICAL USES – Oct. 22; register now!
31. GENERAL BODY MEETING: SCIENCE POLICY EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY CLUB – Oct. 22
32. INTERFAITH COOPERATION & CIVIL RIGHTS – DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE – Oct. 22
33. SCHEV-OVAC WEBINAR: “OPEN EDUCATION: STUDENT SUCCESS AND FACULTY AUTONOMY” – Oct. 23
34. FROM HBCU TO PWI: HOW TO LEVERAGE LESSONS LEARNED FROM MY PREVIOUS INSTITUTION – Oct. 27
35. STUDENT AFFAIRS 101 – Oct. 27
36. ANNUAL ONE HEALTH CASE COMPETITION – Nov. 7 – Register by Oct. 19

Continue reading “October 12-18, 2020”

0. Ongoing Services – updated 5/11/20

This Week’s Events:

1. SUMMER INTERFAITH DIALOGUES – DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE

Administrative Announcements:

2. DONATIONS SOUGHT TO HELP WEST BENGAL – 1st posting
3. ADVISING NEWSLETTER AVAILABLE TO GRADS – 2nd posting
4. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE: COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP – 2nd posting

Jobs:

5. 9M ASSISTANTSHIP IN OFFICE OF RECRUITMENT, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION – 2nd posting

Volunteers and research participants sought:

6. SURVEY PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VT CLIMATE ACTION GREEN HOUSE GAS ASSESSMENT –  3rd posting

Continue reading “May 26-31, 2020”

0. Ongoing Services – updated 5/11/20

This Week’s Events:

No events this week

Administrative Announcements:

1. ADVISING NEWSLETTER AVAILABLE TO GRADS – 1st posting
2. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE: COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP – 1st posting
3. FOOD SUPPLIES FOR GRADS BY GRADS  – 3rd posting
4. FINANCIAL WELLNESS RESOURCE FOR STUDENTS – 3rd posting
5. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: MOSS ARTS CENTER “STUDENT ARTS SPOTLIGHT” – 3rd  posting
6. PROBLEM SOLVING FOR LEADING CHANGE GRADUATE CERTIFICATE – 3rd  posting 
7. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT OPENING FOR SUMMER II AND FALL 2020 – 3rd posting

Jobs:

8. 9M ASSISTANTSHIP IN OFFICE OF RECRUITMENT, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION – 1st posting

Volunteers and research participants sought:

9. SURVEY PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VT CLIMATE ACTION GREEN HOUSE GAS ASSESSMENT –  2nd posting
10. SURVEY PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR EFFECTS OF COVID-19 PROJECT – 3rd posting

Continue reading “May 18-24, 2020”

0. Ongoing Services – updated 5/11/20

This Week’s Events:

1. VTGrATE VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS FOR REST OF SPRING
2. COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY

Administrative Announcements:

3. GRADUATING STUDENT PHOTOS/VIDEOS INVITED FOR COMMENCEMENT – 1st posting
4. EMERGENCY FUND RESOURCE FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
5. GSA CAP AND GOWN PROGRAM SPRING 2020 EDITION; DEADLINE EXTENDED  – 2nd posting
6. FOOD SUPPLIES FOR GRADS BY GRADS  – 2nd posting
7. FINANCIAL WELLNESS RESOURCE FOR STUDENTS – 2nd posting
8. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: MOSS ARTS CENTER “STUDENT ARTS SPOTLIGHT” – 2nd posting
9. PROBLEM SOLVING FOR LEADING CHANGE GRADUATE CERTIFICATE – 2nd posting
10. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT OPENING FOR SUMMER II AND FALL 2020 – 2nd posting
11. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR VIRTUAL CONFERENCE RELATED EXPENSES – 2nd posting
12. CALL FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS FROM ASIAN CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT CTR – 3rd posting

Jobs:

13. 9-M ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION IN GLOBAL INITIATIVES – 2nd posting

Volunteers and research participants sought:

14. SURVEY PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR VT CLIMATE ACTION GREEN HOUSE GAS ASSESSMENT –  1st posting
15. SURVEY PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR EFFECTS OF COVID-19 PROJECT – 2nd posting
16. INTL PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR ACADEMIC INTEGRITY ONLINE SURVEY – 3rd posting

Continue reading “May 11-17, 2020”

0. Ongoing Services – updated 4/27/20

This Week’s Events:

1. MEALS AND SNACKS: KEEP NUTRITIOUS BALANCE ON TRACK
2. VTGrATE VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS FOR REST OF SPRING
3. FINAL ZOOM (LUNCHTIME) SESSIONS WITH DEAN KAREN P. DEPAUW
4. SCIENCE ON TAP, ONLINE: BREAD SCIENCE AND FOOD PANTRIES

Administrative Announcements:

5. GSA CAP AND GOWN PROGRAM – SPRING 2020 EDITION – 1st posting
6. FOOD SUPPLIES FOR GRADS BY GRADS  – 1st posting
7. FINANCIAL WELLNESS RESOURCE FOR STUDENTS – 1st posting
8. CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: MOSS ARTS CENTER “STUDENT ARTS SPOTLIGHT”
9. PROBLEM SOLVING FOR LEADING CHANGE GRADUATE CERTIFICATE – 1st posting
10. LITTLE HOKIE HANGOUT OPENING FOR SUMMER II AND FALL 2020 – 1st posting
11. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR VIRTUAL CONFERENCE RELATED EXPENSES – 1st posting
12. CALL FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS FROM ASIAN CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT CTR – 2nd posting
13. GRADUATING STUDENTS EXIT SURVEY – 3rd posting
14. RESILIENCY WORKSHOPS CONTINUE ONLINE – 3rd posting
15. ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY: VT CLIMATE ACTION COMMITMENT REVISION PROCESS – 3rd  posting
16. GRAD 5014 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PLAGIARISM COURSE ONLINE IN SUMMER – 3rd  posting
17. REGISTER FOR GRAD 5124 (Fall 2020) – 3rd posting

Jobs:

18. 9-M ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION IN GLOBAL INITIATIVES – 1st posting

Volunteers and research participants sought:

19. SURVEY PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR EFFECTS OF COVID-19 PROJECT – 1st posting
20. INTL PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR ACADEMIC INTEGRITY ONLINE SURVEY – 2nd posting
21. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR TRUST IN ONLINE LEARNING SURVEY – 3rd posting
22. INTL STUDENT MOTHERS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH PROJECT – 3rd posting

Continue reading “May 4-10, 2020”

   0. Ongoing Services

This Week’s Events:

1. VTGrATE VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS FOR REST OF SPRING
2. ZOOM (LUNCHTIME) SESSIONS WITH DEAN KAREN P. DEPAUW
3. VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP – GLOBAL CONNECT WITH COOK COUNSELING
4. VIRTUAL GLC CAFÉ 

Administrative Announcements:  

5. GRADUATING STUDENTS EXIT SURVEY – 1st posting
6. RESILIENCY WORKSHOPS CONTINUE ONLINE – 1st posting
7. ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY: VT CLIMATE ACTION COMMITMENT REVISION PROCESS – 1st
8. GRAD 5014 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PLAGIARISM COURSE ONLINE IN SUMMER
9. GSA TRAVEL FUND SPRING CYCLE APPLICATIONS OPEN APR 17-MAY 1 – 2nd posting
10. ENTERING GRADE MODE CHANGE OPTION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – umpteenth posting
11. GUIDANCE FOR USING ZOOM TO CONDUCT PRELIMS AND FINAL EXAMS – 2nd posting
12. REGISTER FOR GRAD 5124 (Fall 2020) 
13. VIRGINIA GENERAL ASSEMBLY FELLOWSHIP – 3rd posting
14. CALL FOR ARTWORK SUBMISSION: NEW DEADLINE – 3rd posting

Jobs:

Sorry, none at this time.

Volunteers and research participants sought:

15. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR TRUST IN ONLINE LEARNING SURVEY – 1st posting
16. INTL STUDENT MOTHERS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH PROJECT – 1st posting
17. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR OPIOID ABUSE EDUCATION RESEARCH – 2nd posting

Upcoming events:

• NURTURING YOUR WELL-BEING WHILE LEARNING AND WORKING FROM HOME – 4/29
• INTERFAITH EVENING DIALOGUE FOR STUDENTS [ONLINE] – DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE – 4/29
• FINANCIAL OUTLOOK AND OPPORTUNITIES – 4/30

 

Continue reading “April 20-26, 2020”

0. Ongoing Services

This Week’s Events:

1. REMAINING RESILIENT WEBINAR SERIES:  COPING AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS TO THRIVE IN TIMES OF UNCERTAINTY
2. VTGrATE VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS FOR REST OF SPRING
3. ZOOM (LUNCHTIME) SESSIONS WITH DEAN KAREN P. DEPAUW
4. INTERFAITH HANGOUT – DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE
5. 3RD MEETING: SCIENCE POLICY EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY CLUB (SPEAC) AT VT
6. SUPPORT HOUR FOR GRADUATE STUDENT PARENTS
7. MISSING MOTIVATION? MOVING FORWARD IN A TIME OF ONLINE LEARNING – WORKSHOP

Administrative Announcements:

8. GSA TRAVEL FUND SPRING CYCLE APPLICATIONS OPEN APR 17-MAY 1
9. ENTERING GRADE MODE CHANGE OPTION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
10. GUIDANCE FOR USING ZOOM TO CONDUCT PRELIMS AND FINAL EXAMS
11. REGISTER FOR GRAD 5124 (Fall 2020)
12. VIRGINIA GENERAL ASSEMBLY FELLOWSHIP – 2nd posting
13. CALL FOR ARTWORK SUBMISSION: NEW DEADLINE – 2nd posting
14. GRADUATE GRADING OPTION CHANGES DUE TO COVID-19 – 3rd posting
15. FREE ONE-ON-ONE VIRTUAL NUTRITION GUIDANCE – 3rd posting
16. GRADUATE SCHOOL ETD WORKSHOP AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING – 3rd posting

Jobs:

17. GRADUATE ASSISTANT – ACADEMY FOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING – 3rd posting

Volunteers and research participants sought:

18. PARTICIPANTS NEEDED FOR OPIOID ABUSE EDUCATION RESEARCH – 1st posting
19. VIRGINIA STATE SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR CALL FOR JUDGES – 3rd posting

Upcoming events:

– INTERFAITH EVENING DIALOGUE FOR STUDENTS [ONLINE] – DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE: 4/29

Continue reading “April 13-19, 2020”

1.  WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC – updated 7/18/16

• Career Services advising: on hiatus for the summer
• Cook Counseling: F 1:00-5:00pm, Green Room
• Graduate School regular hours: 8:00am-5:00pm; summer hours of 9:00am-4:00pm 5/16 – 7/29
• Immigration advising hours: MWF 1:00-5:00pm, TTh 9:00am-12:00pm; summer hours 5/16-7/29
• Writing assistance: on hiatus for the summer

2. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Jul 21, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or West Patio (Bookstore side behind the shrubs)
The weekly GLC café is offered every Thursday when VT is open. Summer café may be on the West Patio when the weather is nice, complete with a game of cornhole or giant Jenga. Enjoy free coffee, tea and cookies and the occasional fresh lemonade or other surprises in the company of your grad student friends and colleagues. Relax, network, meet new people.

3. PAYROLL-DEDUCTION REGISTRATION OPEN FOR GRAD ASSISTANTS – 1st posting
Grad students on assistantship appointment may pay their comp and CFE fees through payroll deduction. Enrollment for this option is now open on Hokie SPA. Lear more at http://graduateschool.vt.edu/financial/assistantships#Payroll%20Deduction%20of%20Comprehensive%20and%20Capital%20Fees%20for%20Graduate%20Assistants.

4. PT WAGE POSITION IN WOMEN’S CTR: GENDER-BASED VIOLANCE VICTIM ADVOCATE – 1st posting
The Women’s Center is searching for a part-time Gender-Based Violence Victim Advocate for a 20-hrs/wk position funded by a Department of Criminal Justice Services grant. The Advocate provides crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy and support to students, faculty, and staff impacted by gender-based violence. In addition, the Advocate assists with Women’s Center outreach and educational efforts. View full positing at https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/67768. To apply,  complete online application at www.jobs.vt.edu, Posting #SW0160542.

5. PT WAGE POSITION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS – 1st posting
University Studies is seeking academic coaches who meet with a roster of 10-15 students at least 3-4 times per semester. Coaches will collaborate with there students to create individualized goals and educational plans for the semester, focusing on time management, use of existing campus resources, and problem solving. They will also aid students in exploring majors and introduce them to the Pathways Planner tool. Coaches support students and supplement academic advising through ongoing communication with advisors. Applicants should be graduate students in good academic standing. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Nick Sano-Franchini via email: nicks5@vt.edu by Aug 3, 2016.

6. RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY ON INSPECTION PERFORMANCE IN MANUFACTURING – 1st posting
The Virginia Cognitive System Engineering (VACSE) Lab is recruiting participants for a research study involving the use of eye-trackers and brain activity/EEG sensor to study inspection performance on manufacturing components. Participants will inspect manufacturing components while their eye gaze and cortical activity is recorded with commercial eye trackers and brain sensor. The study takes around 2.5 hrs of your time and you receive $10/hr in compensation. There is minimal risk involved with this study besides mild discomfort from wearing the eye-tracking glasses and brain sensor/EEG headset. (IRB #15-873) Must be 18 or older to participate. If interested, contact Wenyan Huang (540-750-9202 / whuang@vt.edu).

7. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY TO EVALUATE HEAD-WORN DISPLAY TECHNOLOGIES – 1st posting
Participants are needed for a study assessing the use of head-worn display technologies in industry. Must be 18-65 years old; no current or recent history (1 year) of musculoskeletal disorders; no glass wearer. This project involves two laboratory-based experiments, with participants invited to one or both.  Study 1: You will be required to navigate a simulated warehouse environment using both a paper list and “smart” glasses in several experimental conditions.  Completing the study requires two sessions: a preliminary (< 1 hr) and a data collection (~2-2.5 hrs). Study 2: You will be required to simulate an order-picking task – retrieving boxes from shelves, loading/unloading boxes onto/from a hand cart, and maneuvering a hand cart while using either a paper list or smart glasses.  Box weights will range from 10 lbs to 35 lbs.  Completing the study requires two sessions: a training session (~1-1.5 hrs) and a data collection session (~3.5-4 hrs). Compensation = $10/hr. For further information, contact 540-557-7763 at sunwook@vt.edu.

8. MALE MILITARY VETERANS SOUGHT FOR INTERVIEW ABOUT TECHNOLOGY TO ASSIST WITH COMMUNITY INTEGRATION – 1st posting
Male military veterans aged 18-35 are recruited for a 2-hour interview to discuss requirements for a technology for veterans to use to help them integrate into their community. Interviews are audio-recorded and will take place at a location convenient for the veteran. Compensation for participation is $15/hr. For more information, contact Ali Haskins Lisle at ahaskins@vt.edu or by phone at (540)-585-1588.

9. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY ON DIET’S INFUELNCE ON MUSCLE METABOLISM  -1st posting
Volunteers are sought for a study examining how diet influences muscle metabolism. Participants must be: Between ages 18-40; females must be on monophasic oral contraceptive and not pregnant; not currently taking any medications (other than above); non-smokers; without any major medical problems; willing to eat a high fat diet for 5 days. Participants will receive extensive health information and may receive up to $400 to compensate you for your time.  If you meet the above requirements and are interested in participating in this study, contact Mary Elizabeth Baugh or Elaina Marinik at the Human Integrative Physiology Laboratory at Virginia Tech. E-mail: westerndiet@gmail.com, https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_eKX222gpcgRqZLv.

10. RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY ON MENTORING THROUGH ACADEMIC JOB SEARCH – 3rd posting
A PhD student at UC Riverside seeks participants to learn about the role your faculty advisor played in your efforts to secure a position. You may participate if you are a PhD student or postdoc who was on the job market during the 2015-2016 academic year and had a faculty advisor for the duration of your doctoral studies. Participants will be entered into a raffle for one of five $100 Amazon Gift Cards.* If interested, access the 15-20-minute online survey about your experiences at http://ucriverside.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6FlyALn6JGsPULb. Your responses will be anonymous, and the information you provide will inform research-based interventions to promote the well-being of individuals going through this experience. Feel free to forward this email to anyone who is eligible to participate. For more information contact Komi German at kgerm002@ucr.edu. 

11. PARENTS OF 6-9-YEAR-OLDS SOUGHT FOR RESEARCH STUDY – 3rd posting
Help contribute to the understanding of how kids see emotions. Parents and legal guardians complete questionnaires and children complete in-lab tasks and computer games. Flexible, after-school, weekend, and summer hours available for this one-time, two-hour session. Parents receive up to $20 and a toy for their child. Contact Lauren at 540-231-9735 or EyeGazeEmotions@gmail.com if interested or would like more information.

Upcoming events:

GSA SUMMER BEER AND WINE SOCIAL
Friday, Jul 29, 5:00-9:00pm, University Club
The GSA invites you to its summer beer and wine social, which will once again showcase local, national, and international beer and wine, while providing graduate students the opportunity to network among researchers and colleagues. Bring proper identification for those 21+ who wish to drink. Want to gain free admission? Volunteer to help with the event! If you are interested in volunteering or have any question, contact Kisha Gresham at kiwi@vt.edu.

1. SHORT STAT COURSE: DESIGN OF EXPERIMENTS
Tuesday, Oct 7, 5:30-7:30pm, GLC Room G
When researchers properly design an experiment, they are able to control important factors associated with the outcome of interest, therefore collecting useful data that may provide strong evidence for causality. In this short course, presenter Ana Maria Ortega Villa will discuss the three basic principles of design of experiments: 1) randomization (to limit bias)  2) replication (to improve estimation of effects), and 3) local control of error (to reduce variability from known sources).  Participants will use two example data sets to illustrate the three principles and their application to two straightforward design scenarios, and enter and analyze the data in JMP, a software that can be acquired in Torgesen Bridge. This course is aimed for students with no design of experiments background and assumes that the audience is familiar with concepts such as hypothesis testing and p-value. See www.lisa.stat.vt.edu/?q=short_courses for instructions on how to register and to learn more.

2. VT GRADUATION FAIR
Wednesday, Oct 8, 11:30am–7:30pm, Holtzman Alumni Center
Virginia Tech’s official graduation fair is a one-stop shop for all of you graduation needs. Purchase everything from your cap and gown to your diploma frame. Representatives will be available to assist you in ordering your official Virginia Tech announcements and class ring. Music, free food, giveaways, and door prizes. Take a tour of the beautiful Holtzman Alumni Center and learn about all the programs and services the Virginia Tech Alumni Association has to offer. For more information contact Gwen Harrington, gwharrin@vt.edu, or visit http://www.alumni.vt.edu/gradfair/.

3. ARE YOU LINKED-IN?
Wednesday, Oct 8, 5:30-6:30pm, GLC Room G
Networking is essential in any job search, and LinkedIn can be a powerful tool in that process. Attend this session to learn how to write a professional profile, basics of networking etiquette on LinkedIn, and tips for making LinkedIn work for you!

4. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Oct 9, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or GLC side patio (Bookstore side behind shrubs)
Take a break and enjoy coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate student and Grad School colleagues.

5. KIDS’ NIGHT OUT – FREE WEEKLY DROP IN CHILD CARE
Thursdays, 6:00-8:30pm, Women’s Center (206 Washington Street, enter up the stairs in the parking lot)
Need a break? Have to study or attend a lecture? Want to catch up on work? If you are a VT student with children, bring your kids aged 2-12 (must be toilet trained). No need to pre-register. Childcare provided by the volunteers of Chi Delta Alpha sorority. KNO will be held every Thursday throughout the semester with the exception of home football games and when classes are not in session. For more information, contact Jessie Meltsner at jmelts@vt.edu, 231-7806.

6. PRESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT FELLOWS PROGRAM – APPLY OCT 1-15
The PMF Program is a flagship leadership development program at the entry level for advanced degree candidates. The program attracts and selects the best candidates possible, but is designed with a more narrow focus – developing a cadre of potential government leaders. A unique aspect of the program is the STEM track, which gives applicants in a STEM career the opportunity to apply specifically to this program and be considered only for STEM jobs in agencies across government. Complete information at http://www.pmf.gov/.

7. GSA TRAVEL FUND PROGRAM’S FALL APPLICATION CYCLE OCT 6-26 – 2nd posting
If you’re planning to travel or have traveled to present your research at a scholarly conference between Jul 1 and Dec 31, 2014, consider applying for the Graduate Student Assembly’s Travel Fund Program (TFP). Last year, the TFP provided partial reimbursement of travel and registration expenses to over 200 graduate students. Masters/doctoral students and domestic/intl travel are all eligible. Applications accepted for the fall cycle from Mon, Oct 6 8:00am to Sun, Oct 26 5:00pm. (Reimbursement for travel Jan-Jun 2015 will take place this coming spring). Visit http://blogs.lt.vt.edu/graduatestudentassembly/travel-fund-program/ for details and to apply. Read all the eligibility requirements and the FAQ. Check out the GSA’s other programs and opportunities while you’re there! Contact Kasey Richardson, TFP Chair at tfp2014@vt.edu with questions.

8. PEO INTL PEACE SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN – 2nd posting
This scholarship is designed for international women who are working toward a graduate degree. Must have full year of coursework remaining and be enrolled/in residence for entire school year. For information about IPS policies, instructions and eligibility form, visit  http://www.peointernational.org/about-peo-international-peace-scholarship-ips.

9. SNAP CHALLENGE – 2nd posting
Take the 2014 Blacksburg Farmers Market SNAP Challenge! Walk a mile in the shoes of hungry families in our community by pledging to live on a SNAP (Food Stamp) budget for one week, Oct 11-17, 2014. Learn how local families stretch their SNAP food budget with help from The Blacksburg Farmers Market by taking this challenge. Free tote bags for the first 100 people who sign up. Go to the Eat Smart, Move More blog http://goo.gl/6A4edy to take the pledge and learn more about the challenge.

10. SUBMISSIONS ARE INVITED FOR GLC ART AND PHOTO CONTEST – deadline 10/21
The Graduate School invites submissions of art work and photography by graduate students for display in the GLC during GLC Open House on Oct 24, 2014 through end of March 2015. Submissions are limited to three pieces (art and/or photography) per graduate student. Photos may be submitted online to be printed by the Graduate School. Submission deadline: Monday, Oct 21, 5:00pm. Learn more at http://www.graduatelifecenter.vt.edu/contest/.

11. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR ONLINE SURVEY ABOUT ACADEMIC INTEGRITY – 1st posting
Graduate students are sought to complete an anonymous 20-minute online survey about academic integrity. Must be at least 18 years old to participate. This study examines the current state of graduate-student understanding about academic integrity. Results will be used to better understand how graduate students learn about academic integrity, how it affects them, and what measures are in place to preserve academic integrity at Virginia Tech. Results of this survey may be used for publication. Participation is voluntary and anonymous; results from this study will be used to enhance graduate education. Access the survey at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_2tLTjMH2ilQp6El. For more information, please contact Martina Svyantek at svyantek@vt.edu.

12. VOLUNTERS SOUGHT TO REVIEW UGRAD ESSAYS ON VT COMMON BOOK -2nd posting
Dr. Megan O’Neill, Assoc. Director of First Year Experiences, is seeking graduate student reviewers to help review common-book short essays written by undergraduates. Information about the common book program can be found at http://www.commonbook.vt.edu/. Time commitment ranges from a few to several hours depending on reading speed, between Oct 15-Nov 1. Delivery will be online, using a rubric to score 1-2-page essays. No commenting needed. There is no monetary compensation; however, Megan will host an event to thank you and feed you some of Blacksburg’s finest cuisine. This also counts as service if you’re looking to build your CV. If you’re interested or have questions,  email Dr. O’Neill directly: oneill@vt.edu.

13. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR GOOGLE GLASS STUDY – 2nd posting
Participants are sought for a study investigating the safety and health issues during order-picking using augmented reality technologies. Must be: 18-40 years old; no current or recent history (1 year) of physical disorder affecting shoulder, knee, lower back and ankle joints; no eyeglasses; exercise on a regular basis (2-3 times per week); must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. Participants will perform order-picking tasks (i.e., retrieving boxes from shelves, loading/unloading boxes onto/from a hand cart and maneuvering a hand cart) using a paper pick-list and a Google glass.  During data collection, participants will be asked to wear a wearable motion capture system. The weight of boxes will range 10-40 lbs. Compensation: 1-1.5 hour session, at $10/hour. If interested, call(text) or email Sunwook Kim: 540-557-7763, sunwook@vt.edu.

Upcoming Events:

SHORT STAT COURSES FOR GRADS BY LISA – FALL 2014 SCHEDULE
LISA (Laboratory for Interdisciplinary Statistical Analysis) is providing a series of evening short courses to help graduate students use statistics in their research. The focus of these two-hour courses is on teaching practical statistical techniques for analyzing or collecting data. See www.lisa.stat.vt.edu/?q=short_courses for instructions on how to register and to learn more. Remaining Fall 2014 Schedule:

• Tuesday, Oct 14: SQL in R;
• Tuesday, Oct 21: Survey Design and Analysis;
• Tuesday, Oct 28: Introduction to R;
• Tuesday, Nov 4: Generalized Linear Models and Categorical Data Analysis in R;
• Tuesday, Nov 11: Graphics in R;
• Tuesday, Nov 18: A tutorial for shiny in R;
• Tuesday, Dec 2: Data Analysis in SAS;

LGBT CONNECT LUNCHEON
Tuesday, Oct 14, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Room F
The Graduate School will host this LGBT connect luncheon; all students are welcome to attend. This event is free and food is provided. Please register at https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1408724146683.  To learn more, visit https://graduateschool.vt.edu/connect_lunch or contact Dannette Gomez Beane at gomezds@vt.edu.

FALL CONNECTION JOB FAIR
Tuesday, Oct 14, 10:00am-4:00pm, Commonwealth Ballroom in Squires Student Center
Meet with employers who want to meet you!  See list of employers attending at http://www.career.vt.edu/connection/employerlist.asp?E=1402 (Be sure to search by your department and by college. Some employers selected the college rather than choosing individual majors.)

SHORT STAT COURSE: SAS – VISUAL ANALYTICS
Wednesday, Oct 15, 8:00am-12:00pm, Solitude Room, The Inn at Virginia Tech
Taught by Dr. Tom Bohannon, this short course will demo SAS Visual Analytics to show that you can explore all relevant data quickly and easily. You can look at more options, uncover hidden opportunities, identify key relationships and make more precise decisions faster than ever before. Self-service, ad hoc visual data discovery and exploration put lightning-fast insights within everyone’s reach. Absolutely no coding required. Sophisticated analytics, including decision trees, on-the-fly forecasting and scenario analysis, have been seamlessly integrated with ease-of-use features such as auto charting, "what does it mean" pop-ups, and drag-and-drop capabilities. To enroll visit: http://app.nli.tlos.vt.edu/registration/all_courses/?specificcourse=841 

SHORT STAT COURSE: SAS – MIXED MODELS
Wednesday, Oct 15, 8:00am-12:00pm, Torgersen 1100 (Learning Studio)
Taught by Dr. Michael Speed, this intro to mixed models uses SAS Enterprise Guide to analyze linear mixed models using PROC MIXED. Topics include analyzing data with random effects; learning how to determine what is being tested for the fixed effects; fitting random coefficient models; analyzing repeated measures data; and performing residual and influence diagnostic analysis. A case study will be presented to illustrate all of the concepts and procedures presented in the workshop. As part of the Global Academic Program at SAS, Michael Speed teaches classes for faculty and students and conducts research in linear models, generalized linear models, nonlinear mixed models, and data mining. Enroll at http://app.nli.tlos.vt.edu/registration/all_courses/?specificcourse=838.  Contact Anne Driscoll at agryan@vt.edu with any questions.

AMERICAN INDIAN HISTORY MONTH CONNECT LUNCH
Monday, Oct 20, 12:00-1:30pm, GLC Room D
The Graduate School invites all students to the American Indian Connect Lunch. Please RSVP here https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1408723245679. For more information visit www.graduateschool.vt.edu/connect_lunches, or contact Dannette Beane at gomezds@vt.edu.

DINING ETIQUETTE SEMINAR/MEAL – register now
Wednesday, Oct 22, 5:30-8:00pm, Owens Banquet Hall
Learn about dining etiquette and practice your skills! Registration is required. For more information visit http://career.vt.edu/DiningEtiquette/Fall-2014-EtiquetteDinner.png.

GHS PANELIST TRAINING
Thursday, Oct 23, 9:00am, GLC Room D
The Graduate Honor System is seeking student and faculty volunteers to serve as panelists. GHS panelists hear and decide on cases of academic and research integrity. Interested individuals need to attend a single one-hour training session and are then able to serve on panels as their schedule allows. If you have any questions, please contact graduate student and chief justice of the GHS Nathan Carter at ghs@vt.edu. If you are unable to attend this training, there will be one more offered on Nov 6.

WORKSHOP ON REPRODUCIBLE RESEARCH
Thursday, Oct 23, 3:00-5:00pm, Newman Library Multipurpose Room
The first part of this workshop will being with a discussion of the current reproducibility crisis in science, followed by a discussion of techniques, workflows, and tools (like R and Open Science Framework) that researchers can use to increase the reproducibility of their work. The target audience is graduate students, post-docs, and professors involved in quantitative research who are interested in learning more about reproducible practices. This event is available for NLI credit at www.nli.tlos.vt.edu.

GSA FALL WINE AND BEER SOCIAL
Friday, Oct 24, 5:00-9:00pm, University Club
The GSA invites you to its Fall wine and beer social for an evening of fun and socializing with fellow students. An assortment of beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. Must be 21+ with a valid state ID to consume alcohol. General admission is $10 and delegates will be admitted for $5. Non-drinking guests are welcome for $2. Please contact Samantha Erwin at sherwin@vt.edu with questions.

1.  WEEKLY WALK-IN SERVICES IN THE GLC  – FALL SCHEDULE

• Career services: Wednesdays  2:00-5:00pm, GLC Lobby
• Counseling by Cook: Thursdays and Fridays, 1:00-5:00pm, Green Room
• Financial aid advising: Tuesdays 3:30-5:00, Room A
• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room – year round!
• Graduate School business hours: M,Tu,Th,F: 8:00am-5:00pm; W: 9:30am-5:00pm
• Writing Center walk-in assistance: Tuesdays 6:00-8:00, Room A (additional hours in the Library)

2. FREE FITNESS CLASSES THROUGH REC SPORTS
Monday-Friday, Aug 25-29
Take a free peek this week at all the classes rec sports offers for students. Review the schedule at https://recsports.vt.edu/fitness and learn more about how to sign up for a fitness pass or training for fall.

3. THIRIVING IN GRADUATE SCHOOL: A CONVERSATION ON SUCCESS
Monday, Aug 25, 6:00-7:30pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Discover resources for academic and personal success at this free dinner, panel discussion and community dialogue co-sponsored by the InterVarsity Graduate Christian Fellowship (http://gcfvt.wordpress.com/) and the Black Graduate Student Organization (BGSO, http://www.bgso.org.vt.edu/index.php ).

4. HEALTH SERVICES AND INSURANCE INFO SESSION
Tuesday, Aug 26, 5:30pm, GLC Room F
Representatives from Aetna Student Health and Schiffert Health Center will discuss how to enroll in the university-sponsored insurance, what the plan covers, and what services are offered at the health center.

5. FREE ANXIETY AND OCD SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Aug 26, 7:00pm, GLC Meeting Room D
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? Do you struggle with OCD? A free monthly support group meets the last Tuesday of every month. Please join the group to learn more about anxiety disorders and OCD, hear success stories from those who have worked to overcome their anxiety and OCD, and receive support in an informal setting. Family members and significant others are also welcome. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact the Psychological Services Center at 231-6914, visit http://www.psyc.vt.edu/outreach/psc, or email doctoral student Kelsey Banes at kbanes@vt.edu.

6. EXTERNAL FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES IN THE HUMANITIES
Wednesday, Aug 27, 6:30pm, GLC Room G
Learn about fellowships, travel grants and other kinds of funding in the humanities, with emphasis on grants for short-term projects.

7. INTERVARSITY GRADUATE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Wednesdays, starting Aug 27, 6:30pm, GLC Rooms B (8/27) and G (9/3 and later)
InterVarsity Graduate Christian Fellowship (http://gcfvt.wordpress.com/) meets weekly for a free dinner and interactive Bible discussion. All are welcome!

8. GSA ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND GLC CAFÉ COMBINED
Thursday, Aug 28, 3:30-5:00pm, Graduate Student Lounge and GLC side patio
Take a break and enjoy ice cream and/or coffee, tea and cookies in the company of your graduate student and Grad School colleagues, co-hosted by the Graduate Student Assembly and the Graduate School. Regular GLC Café to resume on Sep 4.

9. CENTER FOR THE ARTS TOUR
Friday, Aug 29, 1:30pm, Center for the Arts
Take a tour of the amazing new Center for the Arts building with your fellow graduate students. The tour will include visiting both exhibition galleries, the Cube, and the Fife Theatre. Sign-up for the tour at https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1408374743129.

10. GAME NIGHT WITH QGP&A
Friday, Aug 29, 6:30-9:00pm, Shenandoah Conference Room (314) Squires
Celebrate the end of the first week of classes with an evening of board/card games with Queer Grads, Professionals, and Allies. Bring your favorite game to share! For questions or more information contact Darren at dmaczka@vt.edu.

11. CASCADES HIKE AND PICNIC LUNCH
Saturday, Aug 30, 9:00am, meet outside GLC lobby
Join fellow grads for a leisurely hike to a local waterfall followed by a picnic lunch! Anyone is welcome, but space is limited, so please sign up at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d48a4ab29aafe3-cascades2. Sponsored by InterVarsity Graduate Christian Fellowship.

12. GRAD STUDENT FOOTBALL TAILGATE
Saturday, Aug 30, 1:00pm, meet in the GLC Lobby
Join other grad students at a tailgate sponsored by the grad student representative to the Board of Visitors, Ashley Francis. Meet in the GLC Lobby and walk with the group to the reserved tailgating spot. Learn about VT football and some popular cheers. Brink a snack to share, and your football ticket, if you are attending the game.

13. INTERNATIONAL COSPLAY DAY
Sunday, Aug 31, 11:00am-4:00pm, Duck Pond Gazebo
International Cosplay Day on Aug 31, 11am-4pm, at Duck Pond Gazebo
The SciFi and Fantasy Club and Rocky Horror Picture Show Fan Club are co-hosting the first International Cosplay Day at Virginia Tech. Cosplay is an art form where one wears a costume or accessories of a character, whether from TV shows, video games, and more, utilizing acting and craftsmanship skills. Costumes are optional and encouraged. There will be a costume craftsmanship contest with prizes, a photo scavenger hunt, potluck, costume design and improv workshops and more! For more info, please RSVP at: http://tinyurl.com/VTCosplay. This message is posted on behalf of grad student Anamary Leal.

14. ENROLLMENT OPEN FOR STUDENT MEDICAL INSURANCE FOR 2014-15
Enroll now in the VT-sponsored student medical insurance plan through Aetna: the open enrollment period is from Jul 25-Sep 15. Learn more at http://www.co.vt.edu/Risk/studenthealthinsr/.

15. SIGN UP NOW FOR PAYROLL DEDUCTION OF COMP FEES FOR GRAD ASSISTANTS
The registration system for paying comprehensive fees through payroll deduction is now open.  Graduate students on an assistantship must either pay their comprehensive fees or enroll for payroll deductions before the payment deadline.  To enroll in payroll deductions, first register for classes, then login to Hokie SPA, choose University Account Information menu, and click on Graduate Students on Assistantship, enroll in Payroll Deduction. You must enroll in payroll deduction each semester in which you wish to take advantage of this opportunity. 

16. REGISTER FOR “GRAD” COURSES FOR FALL 2014 – deadline 8/29
The Graduate School offers a wide array of courses to complement your major studies each semester. Open to all, no pre-requisites. Fall opportunities include:

• GRAD 5014, Academic Integrity and Plagiarism – online course on writing ethics and correct citation of sources
• GRAD 5104, Preparing the Future Professoriate – overview of higher education and faculty roles
• GRAD 5124, Library Research Skills – online course on finding sources to support your work
• GRAD 5204, Citizen Scholar Seminar – apply your research interests for the good of society
• GRAD 5214, Diversity for a Global Society – prepare to work effectively in contemporary society
• GRAD 5224G, Advanced Global Aspects of Intellectual Property Law – controversial topics related to medicine, knowledge, biological materials
• GRAD 5314, Future Industrial Professional in Science and Engineering – guidance for pursuing careers in business and industry.

Learn more at http://graduateschool.vt.edu/gs/tge/fp_courses .

17. NSF GRFP APPLICATION PERIOD NOW OPEN – 2nd posting
The National Science Foundation is soliciting applications for the Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) until the posted deadlines in late October and early November 2014. Since 1952, GRFP has provided Fellowships to individuals selected early in their graduate careers based on their demonstrated potential for significant achievements in science and engineering. Three years of support is provided by the program for graduate study in science or engineering and leads to a research-based master’s or doctoral degree. The NSF expects to award 2,000 Graduate Research Fellowships under this program solicitation pending availability of funds:  GRFP Program Solicitation (NSF 14-590), http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2014/nsf14590/nsf14590.pdf.

18. GRAD ASSISTANTSHIP OPEN IN CTR FOR INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP – 2nd posting
Full GA position for 2014-15, incumbent will organize, supervise, follow through to completion of various projects; review and data entry of graduate assistantship contracts and scholarships; research for trends in private and public funding for innovation and entrepreneurship; provide reference to students, faculty and academic departments in person as well as by telephone and email; assist in the supervision of student workers and interns. Applicants must have knowledge of grant writing and funding research; have experience with MS Office, especially Word and Excel; must have good command of the English language; good communication skills with a customer service orientation; able to work independently; have the ability to multi-task in a highly demanding office environment. Send cover letter, resume, and letters of reference to Chelsea Keating by mail or email by Sep 1. Pamplin College of Business, 1064 Pamplin Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24061. ckeating@vt.edu, 540-231-6595.

19. NIGHT STUDY HALL HEAD MONITOR WAGE POSITION OPEN – 2nd posting
The SAASS Study Hall Head Monitor reports to the Assistant Director for Student Athlete Academic Support Services in charge of study hall and is responsible for maintaining an environment for student-athletes that is conducive to studying. The Head Monitor enforces the rules and regulations that the student-athletes are expected to follow, maintaining a working environment during study hall hours, and communicating issues to the Assistant Directors.  The operator will also monitor team study hall in the event of a monitor cancellation.  Hours are 6:00-10:00pm Sunday through Thursday.  Wage is $12.00/hour. Applicants must exhibit professional conduct, have excellent problem-solving skills, and be able to work well with others. Must also be passionate about wanting to help undergraduate students.  For more information or to apply, contact Michael Swanhart at swanhart@vt.edu.

20. MENTORS SOUGHT FOR FUTURE FORWARD MENTORING PROGRAM – 1st posting
Graduate students are sought to mentor undergraduate students who self-identify as a members of underrepresented student populations. Mentor commit 2 hours a month of their time to provide guidance to a student who is forward driven to create a brighter future. Benefits of becoming a mentor include but are not limited to: imparting information that you have learned to others, networking with prominent VT alumni, and learning more about VT and Blacksburg. The purpose of Future Forward is to ensure underrepresented students have an impactful experience intertwined with a strong faculty and student support system during their tenure at VT. There will be an information session about the program on Wednesday, Sep 3, 6:30 pm in Room B in the GLC.  If you are interested in participating, fill out this survey https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3OtpuN1YtY0ZyIJ, or contact Whitley Johnson at wmj22@vt.edu for more information.

21. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR ONLINE SURVEY ABOUT ACADEMIC INTEGRITY – 2nd posting
New and current VT graduate students are sought to complete an anonymous 20-minute online survey about academic integrity. Must be at least 18 years old to participate. This study examines the current state of graduate student understanding about academic integrity; results will be used to better understand how graduate students learn about academic integrity, how it affects them, and what measures are in place to preserve academic integrity at Virginia Tech. Results of this survey may be used for publication. Results from this study will be used to enhance graduate education. Access the survey at https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_2tLTjMH2ilQp6El. For more information, please contact Martina Svyantek at svyantek@vt.edu.

22. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR “SLOW DOWN” PROGRAM FOR MOTHERS – 2nd posting
Are you a mother with a child in grades K-5 for the 2014-5 school year? Would you like to learn a new way to approach eating with your family? Do you drink three or more sugar-sweetened drinks each day? (i.e. Soda, sweet tea, sports drinks, specialty coffee, fruit punch/juice, etc.) This program will help you learn about slowing down for meals and reconnecting with food. You will learn strategies for enjoying food and sharing that joy with your family. Participation involves completing a few short questionnaires and providing a salivary sample during the introductory meeting and participating in four group educational sessions. Each of the first three group meetings should take 60 minutes and the fourth will be 90 minutes. Light refreshments will be provided. As a thank-you, participants will be compensated $10-$60 on a gift card for participating in and completing the study. Contact Lauren Kennedy, kennedy0@vt.edu or call/text 540-808-5358 for more information.

Upcoming Events:

M/E/S/S HALL
First Mondays, starting Sep 1, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Room B
Every first Monday of the month you are invited to let-it-all out!  M/E/S/S Hall is an informal brownbag lunch gathering to provide a safe space of support to talk about the graduate school process. Please join new and returning graduate students on Sep 1 to share and discuss fears, frustration and successes during the graduate school process. (Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1, Feb 2, Mar 2, Apr 6)  For the monthly topics refer to www.graduateschool.vt.edu/M_E_S_S_Hall.

GRADUATION 101 WEBINAR SERIES: START OF SEMESTER DEFENSE EXCEPTION (SSDE)
Monday, Sep 1, 1:00-2:00pm, online
The Graduate School will be hosting monthly Graduation 101 Webinars. Webinar participants will need a computer with Internet access, microphone and speakers to fully participate. Fall semester schedule:

• Oct 6: Graduation Guidelines for Graduate Students
• Nov 3: Removing the Mystery of the ETD Review
• Dec 1: Preparing for Graduation – Final steps for completing your degree

https://virginiatech.webex.com; for assistance, contact Marija Telbis-Forster at mtelbisf@vt.edu.

HBCU CONNECT LUNCH
Wednesday, Sep 3, 12:30-1:30pm, GLC Room B
Did you graduate from a Historically Black College or University? Please join other HBCU alumni at the annual Graduate School HBCU Luncheon – food provided. Details and sign up https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1408723465103  are at http://www.graduateschool.vt.edu/connect_lunch. Contact Dannette G. Beane at Dannette@vt.edu with questions.

BGSO COOKOUT
Saturday, Sep 6, 2:00-6:00pm, Nellie’s Cave Park
Grad students are invited to the annual semester kick-off cookout hosted by the Black Graduate Student Organization (BGSO). For more information contact doctoral student Jennifer Turner at jennlt8@vt.edu.

SHOUT-OUTS

A shout-out to our wonderful graduate student volunteers who have helped with the Graduate School’s welcome week events, including the GTA training workshop, information fair, new student orientation and more. Our thanks goes to Priyanka Munipalle, Shabnam Kavousi, Briana Petruzzi, Zhilei Qiao, Gary Nave, Anca Mihalcea, Martin Battaglia, Chris Cirenza, Arun Sharma, Yichao Mao, Maleshia Jones, Martina Svyantek, Lauren Sheehan, Moonyoung Choi, Garima Malhotra, Katie Goodrich, Jianqiang Zhang, Haseeb Chaudry, Lin Tan, Ashish Agrawal, Naerin Baek, Cheryl Montgomery, Carlos Landaverde Alvarado, Oxana Brenes, Jenn Gooding, Ashima Athri, April Stapp, Atashi Sharma, and Mary Minarovich-Cheniae who have given their time and shared their experiences with new students. Our events wouldn’t have been successful without their very able assistance, and without the leadership of Ashley Francis, who trained them. Thank you!