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1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – FALL SCHEDULE TO START AUG 25

Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the GLC café.
GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!

2. HEALTH INSURANCE SIGN UP AND INFO
Tuesday, Aug 19, 12:00-3:00pm, GLC Lobby
Thursday, Aug 21, 2:00-4:30pm, GLC Lobby
Friday, Aug 22, 10:00am-1:00pm, GLC Lobby
Stop by the GLC Lobby to sign up for student health insurance with Aetna and ask representatives any questions you may have. http://www.co.vt.edu/Risk/studenthealthinsr/.

3. YTOSS SALE 2014
Wednesday, Thursday, Aug 20-21, starting at 8:00am, McComas Hall
The 2014 Ytoss Sale is the biggest of its kind on campus: get your fans, lamps, desks, hutches, shelving, storage, chairs, mini-fridges, microwaves, school supplies and clothing at unbeatable prices. Gently used items were collected during spring move-out to be recycled to new and returning students. See http://www.vtymca.org/ytoss.html for more info.

4. UNDERREPRESENTED GRAD STUDENT LUNCHEON
Wednesday, Aug 20, 11:30am-1:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Join new and returning underrepresented graduate students at this orientation luncheon and make new connections. Please register at https://jfe.qualtrics.com/form/SV_0wz3TzE78IwsRWR if you are planning to attend.

5. GSA WELCOME BACK BBQ
Wednesday, Aug 20, 5:00–8:00pm, University Club
The Graduate Student Assembly will host its annual welcome back barbecue for new and returning graduate students, catered by Mikey’s 7th this year! Options will include house smoked beef brisket and quinoa salad with organic cucumber and champagne dressing, among others. A variety of games will be available on the lawn. This is a great event to meet new graduate students and have some fun before the semester begins. This is a drop-in event, and registration is not required. This event is made possible by the co-sponsorship of the Graduate School.

6. MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME IN BLACKSBURG – WIN A NEW REFRIGERATOR!
Thursday, Aug 21, 4:30-6:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
New and returning students are invited to this event to help make new students feel at home in Blacksburg! Share your experiences and knowledge about the local community and the university. Free food and door prizes, including a refrigerator as the grand prize. This event replaces the weekly GLC Café – café regulars please come to the Multipurpose Room (there will be whipped cream for sure)! Sign up for this event at https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1402949254393 to help us estimate the food.

7. NEW GRAD STUDENT ORIENTATION
Friday, Aug 22, 9:00-10:45am, GLC Auditorium
The Graduate School’s welcome event for new students is filled with valuable information to help you get started in your studies at Virginia Tech. Meet the graduate student leaders and members of the Graduate School. Learn what is expected from students and faculty, while gaining helpful tips for a successful graduate career. Breakfast refreshments will be served starting at 8:30am in the GLC Multipurpose Room (across from the Auditorium).

7 ½. CAMPUS TOUR AND HOKIE HI PICNIC
Sunday, Aug 24, 2:30pm, Meet in the GLC Lobby
Take a walking tour around campus led by the GLC Fellows and then meet new students and enjoy great food at the Hokie Hi picnic on the Drillfield. Students who live on-campus can attend the picnic free. Off-campus students are welcome to attend, but must pay admission. If you just want to join the tour and not the picnic, that is perfectly fine too! Sign-up for the tour at https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1407853544806.

8. 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/.

9. 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. 

10. REGISTER FOR “GRAD” COURSES FOR FALL 2014
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 .

11. NSF GRFP APPLICATION PERIOD NOW OPEN – 1st posting
NSF 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.

12. GRAD ASSISTANTSHIP OPEN IN CTR FOR INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP – 1st 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.

13. NIGHT STUDY HALL HEAD MONITOR WAGE POSITION OPEN – 1st 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.

14. GLC STUDENT BUILDING MANAGER POSITIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2014 – 3rd posting
The GLC Student Building Manager works closely with the Operations Manager for Student Centers and Activities as well as the Graduate School to provide services to the patrons who use the GLC. This includes providing excellent customer service, overall building management, reserving rooms, oversight of the welcome center, basic cleaning (wiping tables, vacuuming, etc.) and administrative support. The Student Building Manager has primary responsibility, including emergency response, for the building during evening and weekend hours. Up to three positions to start during the fall  semester at a rate of $12/hour. Apply online at: https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/47854. Contact Eric Margiotta (Margiotta@vt.edu) with questions.

15. WAGE POSITION OPEN IN GLC: DIGITAL MEDIA CONTENT MANAGER – 3rd posting
The incumbent is responsible for managing digital sign, web and Facebook content, including content development and scheduling, screen and software maintenance, website maintenance, and communication and coordination with Grad School and GLC Service Desk staff. Must be FT grad student, have experience with any of the following software applications: Drupal, Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, Photoshop, MS PP, MS Paint, Samsung MagicNet Pro, flash converters. Preference will be given for: at least one semester of previous VT enrollment; web maintenance experience; knowledge of services, programs and events offered in the GLC. Must possess excellent communication skills and be able to work in a team environment. Submit cover letter and resume to grads@vt.edu. Position open until filled. Anticipated starting date: Aug 25 or later. $13/hr, approx. 10 hrs/wk.

16. PAID INTERNSHIP IN NATIONAL ARTS CONSULTING FIRM FOR 2014-15 – 3rd posting
Graduate student intern sought for school year 14-15, ~10hrs/wk, $1000 stipend per semester. Intern will work closely with the partner relations coordinator and president of the firm in conducting research and providing project support for a range of initiatives, including Emerging Leaders Program for the League of American Orchestras; Innovation Lab for Performing Arts and Arts Development Agencies; Community Arts Education Leadership Institute, and Partners-in-Performance-sponsored workshops in the NRV. Project support will also be provided on leadership development initiatives, partnerships and mergers in the non-profit arts and culture field, and marketing efforts. The intern will also provide general office administration support as requested. To apply, submit a cover letter and résumé to jsizemore@partnersinperformance.us by Aug 29, 2014. Interviews will be conducted the following week. For more info contact: Jessica Sizemore, 540/953-1753, jsizemore@partnersinperformance.us, or visit www.partnersinperformance.us.

17. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR ONLINE SURVEY ABOUT ACADEMIC INTEGRITY – 1st 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.

18. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR “SLOW DOWN” PROGRAM FOR MOTHERS – 1st 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:

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.

LUNCH WITH THE DEAN
Wednesday, Aug 27, 12:00-1:00pm, GLC Room C
Meet Graduate School Dean Kr. Karen DePauw as well as several graduate student leaders at this free lunch and learn about the Dean’s latest plans for graduate education. Share your perspectives and get answers to your questions in a casual, intimate setting. Please register at https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1406569359878.

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.

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.

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE – updated 8/4
Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the GLC café. However, career advising, counseling, financial aid advising and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling, Student Services Building, and the Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!

2. GLC CAFÉ & TÉ
Thursday, Aug 14, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. Bring your own mug if you can. Participants might have to start working on an ark if it doesn’t stop raining – engineers and carpenters will get extra cookies.

3. OPEN ENROLLMENT 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/.

4. 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, login to Hokie SPA, choose University Account Information menu, and click on Graduate Students on Assistantship, enroll in Payroll Deduction. Students must first register for classes and their employing departments must enter the assistantship appointment on Banner-HR before students can enroll in payroll deduction. You must enroll in payroll deduction each semester in which you wish to take advantage of this opportunity. 

5. REGISTER FOR “GRAD” COURSES FOR FALL 2014
Register now for interdisciplinary GRAD courses taught through the Graduate School:

• GRAD 5014 Academic Integrity & Plagiarism (online, taught by KP DePauw)
• GRAD 5204 Citizen Scholar Seminar (taught by R Blieszner)
• GRAD 5214 Diversity for a Global Society (taught by KP DePauw)
• GRAD 5224G Advanced Global Aspects of Intellectual Property Law (taught by A Bieri)
• GRAD 5314 Future Industrial Professional in Science and Engineering (SR Turner)
• GRAD 5104 Preparing the Future Professoriate (taught by KP DePauw)
• GRAD 5114 Contemporary Pedagogy (taught by S Fowler)

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

6. GLC STUDENT BUILDING MANAGER POSITIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2014 – 2nd posting
The GLC Student Building Manager works closely with the Operations Manager for Student Centers and Activities as well as the Graduate School to provide services to the patrons who use the GLC. This includes providing excellent customer service, overall building management, reserving rooms, oversight of the welcome center, basic cleaning (wiping tables, vacuuming, etc.) and administrative support. The Student Building Manager has primary responsibility, including emergency response, for the building during evening and weekend hours. Up to three positions to start during the fall  semester at a rate of $12/hour. Apply online at: https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/47854. Contact Eric Margiotta (Margiotta@vt.edu) with questions.

7. WAGE POSITION OPEN IN GLC: DIGITAL MEDIA CONTENT MANAGER – 2nd posting
The incumbent is responsible for managing digital sign, web and Facebook content, including content development and scheduling, screen and software maintenance, website maintenance, and communication and coordination with Grad School and GLC Service Desk staff. Must be FT grad student, have experience with any of the following software applications: Drupal, Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, Photoshop, MS PP, MS Paint, Samsung MagicNet Pro, flash converters. Preference will be given for: at least one semester of previous VT enrollment; web maintenance experience; knowledge of services, programs and events offered in the GLC. Must possess excellent communication skills and be able to work in a team environment. Submit cover letter and resume to grads@vt.edu. Position open until filled. Anticipated starting date: Aug 25 or later. $13/hr, approx. 10 hrs/wk.

8. PAID INTERNSHIP IN NATIONAL ARTS CONSULTING FIRM FOR 2014-15 – 2nd posting
Graduate student intern sought for school year 14-15, ~10hrs/wk, $1000 stipend per semester. Intern will work closely with the partner relations coordinator and president of the firm in conducting research and providing project support for a range of initiatives, including Emerging Leaders Program for the League of American Orchestras; Innovation Lab for Performing Arts and Arts Development Agencies; Community Arts Education Leadership Institute, and Partners-in-Performance-sponsored workshops in the NRV. Project support will also be provided on leadership development initiatives, partnerships and mergers in the non-profit arts and culture field, and marketing efforts. The intern will also provide general office administration support as requested. To apply, submit a cover letter and résumé to jsizemore@partnersinperformance.us by Aug 29, 2014. Interviews will be conducted the following week. For more info contact: Jessica Sizemore, 540/953-1753, jsizemore@partnersinperformance.us, or visit www.partnersinperformance.us.

9. GRAD STUDENT VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT TO HELP WITH ORIENTATION – 3rd posting
The Graduate School is looking for graduate student volunteers (graduate ambassadors) to assist with international graduate student check-in (Aug 4-18), GTA training (Aug 18-19), the Welcome Center and New Graduate Student Orientation in the GLC (Aug 18-22). Roles include: check-in and registration assistance, information and guidance to attendees; Welcome Center staffing; orientation crowd control; program set up, and more. If you are available and interested in assisting with any of these events, please fill out this short survey: https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1406573191061. There will be a training session for grad ambassadors early next week and during the week of Aug 11-15.

10. EDITORS, WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ILLUSTRATORS SOUGHT FOR MAGAZINE – 3rd posting
The Interloper, Virginia Tech’s LGBT magazine, is looking for editors, writers, photographers, illustrators, and more for the Fall 2014 semester. If you want to learn more about how to get involved, email Matty Bennett at theinterlopervt@gmail.com. Check out the first issue at: http://www.issuu.com/theinterloper.

Upcoming Events:

UNDERREPRESENTED GRAD STUDENT LUNCHEON
Wednesday, Aug 20, 11:30am-1:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Join new and returning underrepresented graduate students at this orientation luncheon and make new connections. Please register at https://jfe.qualtrics.com/form/SV_0wz3TzE78IwsRWR if you are planning to attend.

GSA WELCOME BACK BBQ
Wednesday, Aug 20, 5:00–8:00pm, University Club
The Graduate Student Assembly will host its annual welcome back barbecue for new and returning graduate students, catered by Mikey’s 7th this year! Options will include house smoked beef brisket and quinoa salad with organic cucumber and champagne dressing, among others. A variety of games will be available on the lawn. This is a great event to meet new graduate students and have some fun before the semester begins. This is a drop-in event, and registration is not required. This event is made possible by the co-sponsorship of the Graduate School.

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME IN BLACKSBURG
Thursday, Aug 21, 4:30-6:00pm, GLC Multipurpose Room
Come to this event to help make new students feel at home in Blacksburg! Share your experiences and knowledge about the local community and the university with students new to the area. Free food and door prizes! Sign up for this event at https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1402949254393.

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE – updated 8/4
Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the GLC café. However, career advising, counseling, financial aid advising and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling, Student Services Building, and the Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School office hours resume academic year schedule starting Aug 4; Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Wed 9:30am-5:00pm

 2. GLC CAFÉ: LEMONADE AND CORNHOLE EDITION
Thursday, Aug 7, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. Fresh lemonade is back! Bring your own mug if you can.

3. GLC STUDENT BUILDING MANAGER POSITIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2014 – 1st posting
The GLC Student Building Manager works closely with the Operations Manager for Student Centers and Activities as well as the Graduate School to provide services to the patrons who use the GLC. This includes providing excellent customer service, overall building management, reserving rooms, oversight of the welcome center, basic cleaning (wiping tables, vacuuming, etc.) and administrative support. The Student Building Manager has primary responsibility, including emergency response, for the building during evening and weekend hours. Up to three positions to start during the fall  semester at a rate of $12/hour. Apply online at: https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/47854. Contact Eric Margiotta (Margiotta@vt.edu) with questions.

4. WAGE POSITION OPEN IN GLC: DIGITAL MEDIA CONTENT MANAGER – 1st posting
The incumbent is responsible for managing digital sign, web and Facebook content, including content development and scheduling, screen and software maintenance, website maintenance, and communication and coordination with Grad School and GLC Service Desk staff. Must be FT grad student, have experience with any of the following software applications: Drupal, Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, Photoshop, MS PP, MS Paint, Samsung MagicNet Pro, flash converters. Preference will be given for: at least one semester of previous VT enrollment; web maintenance experience; knowledge of services, programs and events offered in the GLC. Must possess excellent communication skills and be able to work in a team environment. Submit cover letter and resume to grads@vt.edu. Position open until filled. Anticipated starting date: Aug 25 or later. $13/hr, approx. 10 hrs/wk.

5. PAID INTERNSHIP IN NATIONAL ARTS CONSULTING FIRM FOR 2014-15 – 1st posting
Graduate student intern sought for school year 14-15, ~10hrs/wk, $1000 stipend per semester. Intern will work closely with the partner relations coordinator and president of the firm in conducting research and providing project support for a range of initiatives, including Emerging Leaders Program for the League of American Orchestras; Innovation Lab for Performing Arts and Arts Development Agencies; Community Arts Education Leadership Institute, and Partners-in-Performance-sponsored workshops in the NRV. Project support will also be provided on leadership development initiatives, partnerships and mergers in the non-profit arts and culture field, and marketing efforts. The intern will also provide general office administration support as requested. To apply, submit a cover letter and résumé to jsizemore@partnersinperformance.us by Aug 29, 2014. Interviews will be conducted the following week. For more info contact: Jessica Sizemore, 540/953-1753, jsizemore@partnersinperformance.us, or visit www.partnersinperformance.us.

6. GA OPENING IN GLOBAL EDUCATION – 3rd posting
The VT Global Education Office is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the 2014–2015 academic year to assist in the coordination of the office’s enrollment management efforts and with users of the Studio Abroad database system. The GA will also advise potential global education students on available opportunities and assist with global education recruiting fairs, orientations and other events. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director for Program Management, the GA will work closely with other office staff. Must have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, interest in intl education, ability to learn complex software, intl work- or study-abroad experience. Preferred qualifications include foreign language ability, experience with web design, office exp. To apply, email to Rachel Fitzgerald at rfitz@vt.edu with a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three references. Attach as a single Word or PDF file with the filename: LastFirstGAapplication.doc where ‘Last’ is your last name and ‘First’ is your first name. Finalists will be contacted. For further information about Global Education at Virginia Tech, visit http://www.educationabroad.vt.edu/.

7. COACHES SOUGHT FOR 2014-15 VT CLUB SPORTS – 3rd posting
The following VT sport club teams are looking for coaches for the upcoming school year:  VT Crew (rowing), Women’s Basketball, Women’s Lacrosse and Women’s Water Polo.  All 31 VT sport clubs are extremely competitive, and compete at the intercollegiate level against sport club teams from other colleges and universities around the region and throughout the country.  Sport clubs practice during the week and travel to tournaments or host home games/tournaments on weekends.  If you would like additional information about these coaching opportunities, contact Alan Glick, Assistant Director of Recreational Sports, at aglick@vt.edu, 231-4058. 

8. GRAD STUDENT VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT TO HELP WITH ORIENTATION – 2nd posting
The Graduate School is looking for graduate student volunteers (graduate ambassadors) to assist with international graduate student check-in (Aug 4-18), GTA training (Aug 18-19), the Welcome Center and New Graduate Student Orientation in the GLC (Aug 18-22). Roles include: check-in and registration assistance, information and guidance to attendees; Welcome Center staffing; orientation crowd control; program set up, and more. If you are available and interested in assisting with any of these events, please fill out this short survey: https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1406573191061. There will be a training session for grad ambassadors early next week and during the week of Aug 11-15.

9. EDITORS, WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ILLUSTRATORS SOUGHT FOR MAGAZINE – 2nd posting
The Interloper, Virginia Tech’s LGBT magazine, is looking for editors, writers, photographers, illustrators, and more for the Fall 2014 semester. If you want to learn more about how to get involved, email Matty Bennett at theinterlopervt@gmail.com. Check out the first issue at: http://www.issuu.com/theinterloper.

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE – updated 7/28
Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the café. However, career advising, counseling, and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling and Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School summer hours: M-F: 9:00am-4:00pm. Regular hours to resume Aug 4.

 2. SHORT STAT COURSE FOR GRADS: FACTORIAL EXPERIMENTS – BLOCKING, CONFOUNDING, AND FRACTIONAL FACTORIAL DESIGNS
Wednesday, Jul 30, 4:30-6:30pm, 1080 Torgersen Hall
Taught by Emanuel Msemo, this course will cover ways to handle situations when it is impossible to perform all of the runs of the factorial experiments under homogenous conditions. It will also cover the screening experiments in which many factors are considered and the objective is to identify those factors (if any) that have large effects. This short course is open to all, but the audience is assumed to be knowledgeable in ANOVA and basic principles of designing an experiment. A quick introduction to design of experiments will be given. 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.

3. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Jul 31, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. Bring your own mug if you can.

4. REFERENCE LIBRARY ASSISTANTS GA OPENING – 1st posting
One of the previously advertised Graduate Assistantship positions has opened up. Those who had applied previously for the Reference Library Assistant (RLA) position do not have to reapply to be considered. Visit http://www.lib.vt.edu/libnews/2014/2014-07-24.html for the job announcement, a link to the GA Job Description and an application to fill out and return to Lori Lee by 5pm on Monday, Aug 4.

5. GRA OPENING FOR 2014-15: GIS WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPER – 1st posting
VT’s Enterprise GIS and BEV seek a highly-motivated graduate student with web design and programming skills to develop GIS-related web applications as assigned in a technical team environment, using an evolving set of best-practice tools, libraries and techniques. Responsibilities include developing web mapping applications that interface with IT’s GIS server infrastructure, performing mapping and analysis tasks and supporting high-visibility mapping initiatives. Required experience: Web application programming: HTML, CSS, JavaScript. Other experience, in descending order of preference: Working in a distributed team environment; Tools and APIs related to the ESRI ArcGIS platform; REST/SOAP Services-Oriented Architecture; jQuery and Dojo Toolkit JavaScript libraries; Bootstrap and mobile-first design principles; Revision control (e.g, svn); Security, safety and/or facilities management application domains; Open-source GIS server tools (e.g., GeoServer, PostGIS, Geoportal Server); Drupal CMS; SQL ( MySQL/ PostgreSQL /Oracle); PHP; 960 Grid CSS framework; Adobe Creative Suite; Graphic design; Candidates with a subset of the preferred skill set that can demonstrate web application development proficiency and willingness to learn the geospatial aspects of the work are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time GRA (20 hr/wk). Renewal contingent on funding availability, continued interest of the student, and student’s performance. To apply, forward a current resume and a cover letter explaining interest in and qualification for the position as soon as possible to egisjobs@bev.net. Open until filled.

6. GA OPENING IN GLOBAL EDUCATION – 2nd posting
The VT Global Education Office is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the 2014–2015 academic year to assist in the coordination of the office’s enrollment management efforts and with users of the Studio Abroad database system. The GA will also advise potential global education students on available opportunities and assist with global education recruiting fairs, orientations and other events. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director for Program Management, the GA will work closely with other office staff. Must have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, interest in intl education, ability to learn complex software, intl work- or study-abroad experience. Preferred qualifications include foreign language ability, experience with web design, office exp. To apply, email to Rachel Fitzgerald at rfitz@vt.edu with a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three references. Attach as a single Word or PDF file with the filename: LastFirstGAapplication.doc where ‘Last’ is your last name and ‘First’ is your first name. Finalists will be contacted. For further information about Global Education at Virginia Tech, visit http://www.educationabroad.vt.edu/.

7. COACHES SOUGHT FOR 2014-15 VT CLUB SPORTS – 2nd posting
The following VT sport club teams are looking for coaches for the upcoming school year:  VT Crew (rowing), Women’s Basketball, Women’s Lacrosse and Women’s Water Polo.  All 31 VT sport clubs are extremely competitive, and compete at the intercollegiate level against sport club teams from other colleges and universities around the region and throughout the country.  Sport clubs practice during the week and travel to tournaments or host home games/tournaments on weekends.  If you would like additional information about these coaching opportunities, contact Alan Glick, Assistant Director of Recreational Sports, at aglick@vt.edu, 231-4058. 

8. VT ENGAGE-AMERICORPS PROGRAM SEEKING GRAD STUDENTS FOR PT POSITIONS – 3rd posting
VT Engage is hiring 21 part- and full-time members to serve in their new AmeriCorps program with the American Red Cross in Roanoke and Smart Beginnings NRV in the areas of disaster preparedness/response and early childhood literacy. This is a great opportunity for students, alumni, and community members to gain invaluable experience, learn more about their community, and fulfill Virginia Tech’s motto of Ut Prosim. New members will be selected by August 4. Starting this September, each member will serve for approximately one year to build awareness and capacity in our communities. All of these positions come with a stipend and educational award. There are several 300 and 675 hour positions available that would fit well with a current student’s schedule. All of the positions are based out of Blacksburg. More info can be found at: http://www.engage.vt.edu/americorps/.

9. GRAD STUDENT VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT TO HELP WITH ORIENTATION – 1st posting
The Graduate School is looking for graduate student volunteers (graduate ambassadors) to assist with international graduate student check-in (Aug 4-18), GTA training (Aug 18-19), the Welcome Center and New Graduate Student Orientation in the GLC (Aug 18-22). Roles include: check-in and registration assistance, information and guidance to attendees; Welcome Center staffing; orientation crowd control; program set up, and more. If you are available and interested in assisting with any of these events, please fill out this short survey: https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1406573191061. There will be a training session for grad ambassadors early next week and during the week of Aug 11-15.

10. EDITORS, WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS SOUGHT FOR MAGAZINE – 1st posting
The Interloper, Virginia Tech’s LGBT magazine, is looking for editors, writers, photographers, artists, and general LGBT activism enthusiasts for the Fall 2014 semester. Please email Matty Bennett at theinterlopervt@gmail.com to get involved!

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE
Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the café. However, career advising, counseling, and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling and Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School summer hours: M-F: 9:00am-4:00pm

2. SHORT STAT COURSE FOR GRADS: PARAMENTRIC VS SEMI/NONPARAMETRIC REGRESSION MODELS
Wednesday, Jul 23, 4:30-6:30pm, 1080 Torgersen Hall;
The primary goal of this short course is to guide researchers who need to incorporate unknown, flexible, and nonlinear relationships between variables into their regression analyses. Any application area that uses regression analysis can potentially benefit from semi/nonparametric regression. R software will be used in this course, which will cover: (1) Differences between parametric and semi/nonparametric regression models; (2) How do I know if I should use nonparametric regression model for my data? (3) A comparison between parametric and nonparametric regression in terms of fitting and prediction criteria; (4) Methods of fitting semi/nonparametric regression models. 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.

3. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Jul 24, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. Bring your own mug if you can.

4. GA OPENING IN GLOBAL EDUCATION – 1st posting
The VT Global Education Office is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the 2014–2015 academic year to assist in the coordination of the office’s enrollment management efforts and with users of the Studio Abroad database system. The GA will also advise potential global education students on available opportunities and assist with global education recruiting fairs, orientations and other events. Reporting directly to the Assistant Director for Program Management, the GA will work closely with other office staff. Must have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, interest in intl education, ability to learn complex software, intl work- or study-abroad experience. Preferred qualifications include foreign language ability, experience with web design, office exp. To apply, email to Rachel Fitzgerald at rfitz@vt.edu with a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three references. Attach as a single Word or PDF file with the filename: LastFirstGAapplication.doc where ‘Last’ is your last name and ‘First’ is your first name. Finalists will be contacted. For further information about Global Education at Virginia Tech, visit http://www.educationabroad.vt.edu/.

5. COACHES SOUGHT FOR 2014-15 VT CLUB SPORTS – 1st posting
The following VT sport club teams are looking for coaches for the upcoming school year:  VT Crew (rowing), Women’s Basketball, Women’s Lacrosse and Women’s Water Polo.  All 31 VT sport clubs are extremely competitive, and compete at the intercollegiate level against sport club teams from other colleges and universities around the region and throughout the country.  Sport clubs practice during the week and travel to tournaments or host home games/tournaments on weekends.  If you would like additional information about these coaching opportunities, contact Alan Glick, Assistant Director of Recreational Sports, at aglick@vt.edu, 231-4058. 

6. VT ENGAGE-AMERICORPS PROGRAM SEEKING GRAD STUDENTS FOR PT POSITIONS – 2nd posting
VT Engage is hiring 21 part- and full-time members to serve in their new AmeriCorps program with the American Red Cross in Roanoke and Smart Beginnings NRV in the areas of disaster preparedness/response and early childhood literacy. This is a great opportunity for students, alumni, and community members to gain invaluable experience, learn more about their community, and fulfill Virginia Tech’s motto of Ut Prosim. New members will be selected by August 4. Starting this September, each member will serve for approximately one year to build awareness and capacity in our communities. All of these positions come with a stipend and educational award. There are several 300 and 675 hour positions available that would fit well with a current student’s schedule. All of the positions are based out of Blacksburg. More info can be found at: http://www.engage.vt.edu/americorps/.

7. AUXILIARY GA POSITION IN VT BUDGET & FINANCIAL PLANNING – 3rd posting
The VT Office of Budget and Financial Planning has a 20 hrs/wk Graduate Assistantship opening for the 2014-15 academic year, with stipend,  tuition scholarship, and health insurance. The ideal candidate will have an interest/focus in public budgeting/finance with excellent technology skills, particularly with Excel. The position will assist the office in the budget development, monitoring, and reporting processes for the University’s Auxiliary Enterprises area (Athletics, Rec. Sports, Dorms, Dining, etc.).  There will also be participation in broader office responsibilities and ad-hoc projects.  Successful candidates should have good oral and written communication skills; the ability to perform work of varied difficulty requiring advanced data collection, analysis and forecasting; and experience in compiling and writing reports. Interested candidates should forward their cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Rhonda Owen at owenr@vt.edu.

8. GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY PARTICIPATION – 2nd posting
Current or past VT GTAs are sought to complete this 20-minute online survey about Autism Spectrum Disorders. Must be at least 18 years old to participate. Participants will receive a $5 Target gift card by email after survey completion. Access survey here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8AkFupnszC4wZkF. For more information, please contact Tyler Hassenfeldt at thassen@vt.edu.

Upcoming events:

SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014
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 summer 2014 Schedule:

• Wednesday, July 30: Factorial Experiments: Blocking, Confounding, and Fractional Factorial Designs

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE

Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the café. However, career advising, counseling, and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling and Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School summer hours: M-F: 9:00am-4:00pm

2. SHORT STAT COURSE FOR GRADS: SQL IN R
Wednesday, Jul 16, 4:30-6:30pm, 1080 Torgersen Hall;
Structured Query Language (SQL) is the prevailing language to communicate with datasets today. Many popular statistical packages have integrated SQL as a built-in part or add-on package. Taught by Xinran Hu, this short course will cover basic SQL concepts, querying commands from a single dataset (select, where), aggregate function (group by, having, sum, avg, max, min), and querying commands from multiple dataset (join). Attendees can practice these commands with an online SQL learning source, sqlzoo.net. This short course is an introduction for researchers who want to learn the basic SQL commands. Prior experience with SQL or programming is NOT required. Experience with R is preferred but NOT required. More LISA short courses about R can be found on the LISA website (www.lisa.stat.vt.edu/?q=short_courses).

3. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Jul 17, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. Bring your own mug if you can.

4. GSA SUMMER BEER AND WINE SOCIAL
Thursday, Jul 17, 5:00-9:00pm, University Club
The GSA will be hosting a summer mixer for graduate students. General Admission: $8, Non drinking guests: $2.  Please contact Samantha Erwin, sherwin@vt.edu for questions or if you are interested in volunteering at the event.

5. VT ENGAGE-AMERICORPS PROGRAM SEEKING GRAD STUDENTS FOR PT POSITIONS – 1st posting
VT Engage is hiring 21 part- and full-time members to serve in their new AmeriCorps program with the American Red Cross in Roanoke and Smart Beginnings NRV in the areas of disaster preparedness/response and early childhood literacy. This is a great opportunity for students, alumni, and community members to gain invaluable experience, learn more about their community, and fulfill Virginia Tech’s motto of Ut Prosim. New members will be selected by August 4. Starting this September, each member will serve for approximately one year to build awareness and capacity in our communities. All of these positions come with a stipend and educational award. There are several 300 and 675 hour positions available that would fit well with a current student’s schedule. All of the positions are based out of Blacksburg. More info can be found at: http://www.engage.vt.edu/americorps/.

6. AUXILIARY GA POSITION IN VT BUDGET & FINANCIAL PLANNING – 2nd posting
The VT Office of Budget and Financial Planning has a 20 hrs/wk Graduate Assistantship opening for the 2014-15 academic year, with stipend,  tuition scholarship, and health insurance. The ideal candidate will have an interest/focus in public budgeting/finance with excellent technology skills, particularly with Excel. The position will assist the office in the budget development, monitoring, and reporting processes for the University’s Auxiliary Enterprises area (Athletics, Rec. Sports, Dorms, Dining, etc.).  There will also be participation in broader office responsibilities and ad-hoc projects.  Successful candidates should have good oral and written communication skills; the ability to perform work of varied difficulty requiring advanced data collection, analysis and forecasting; and experience in compiling and writing reports. Interested candidates should forward their cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Rhonda Owen at owenr@vt.edu.

7. DIVERSITY SENIOR FELLOW POSITION OPEN FOR 2014-15 – 3rd posting
The Residential Colleges at Ambler Johnston (http://www.rescollege.housing.vt.edu/llc/waj/ and http://www.rescollege.housing.vt.edu/llc/hrc/) seek a graduate student to serve as a Diversity Senior Fellow. Successful candidate will academically mentor undergraduates living in the buildings and design modest programming around own research interests. Student will receive his/her own office, small programming budget, staff support, and some meals. Preference for PhD student with diversity/inclusion training. One-year appointment. Please email CV and brief statement of support from advisor to Professor Matthew Gabriele (mgabriele@vt.edu) by July 15.

8. WAGE POSITION OPEN – 3rd posting
Wage Position: OJS (Open Access Systems) consultant with advanced familiarity with Open Journal Systems (OJS), a journal management and publishing system software, needed to help the editor of Review of Middle East Studies, a campus-based journal, transition to digital publishing. Flat fee for one week to ten days working with the editors in July or early August to apply the features of OJS software to the workflow of the journal. Additional hourly paid consultation, as needed, following the initial setup.  Contact:  Richard C Martin, romes.vt@gmail.com. 

9. GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTS SOUGHT FOR STUDY PARTICIPATION – 1st posting
Current or past VT GTAs are sought to complete this 20-minute online survey about Autism Spectrum Disorders. Must be at least 18 years old to participate. Participants will receive a $5 Target gift card by email after survey completion. Access survey here: https://virginiatech.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8AkFupnszC4wZkF. For more information, please contact Tyler Hassenfeldt at thassen@vt.edu.

Upcoming events:

SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014
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 summer 2014 Schedule:

• Wednesday, Jul 23: Parametric versus Semi/nonparametric Regression Models;
• Wednesday, Jul 30: Factorial Experiments: Blocking, Confounding, and Fractional Factorial Designs.

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE
Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the café. However, career advising, counseling, and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling and Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School summer hours: M-F: 9:00am-4:00pm

2. SHORT STAT COURSE FOR GRADS: T-TESTS, ANOVA, AND RANK-BASED TESTS
Wednesday, Jul 9, 4:30-6:30pm, 1080 Torgersen Hall
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.

3. GLC CAFÉ + LEMONADE
Thursday, Jul 10, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. In the summer fresh lemonade is also served to help you stay cool Bring your own mug if you can. Either inside or outside, pending on the weather!

4. AUXILIARY GA POSITION IN VT BUDGET & FINANCIAL PLANNING – 1st posting
The VT Office of Budget and Financial Planning has a 20 hrs/wk Graduate Assistantship opening for the 2014-15 academic year, with stipend,  tuition scholarship, and health insurance. The ideal candidate will have an interest/focus in public budgeting/finance with excellent technology skills, particularly with Excel. The position will assist the office in the budget development, monitoring, and reporting processes for the University’s Auxiliary Enterprises area (Athletics, Rec. Sports, Dorms, Dining, etc.).  There will also be participation in broader office responsibilities and ad-hoc projects.  Successful candidates should have good oral and written communication skills; the ability to perform work of varied difficulty requiring advanced data collection, analysis and forecasting; and experience in compiling and writing reports. Interested candidates should forward their cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to Rhonda Owen at owenr@vt.edu.

5. DIVERSITY SENIOR FELLOW POSITION OPEN FOR 2014-15 – 2nd posting
The Residential Colleges at Ambler Johnston (http://www.rescollege.housing.vt.edu/llc/waj/ and http://www.rescollege.housing.vt.edu/llc/hrc/) seek a graduate student to serve as a Diversity Senior Fellow. Successful candidate will academically mentor undergraduates living in the buildings and design modest programming around own research interests. Student will receive his/her own office, small programming budget, staff support, and some meals. Preference for PhD student with diversity/inclusion training. One-year appointment. Please email CV and brief statement of support from advisor to Professor Matthew Gabriele (mgabriele@vt.edu) by July 15.

6. WAGE POSITION OPEN – 2nd posting
Wage Position: OJS (Open Access Systems) consultant with advanced familiarity with Open Journal Systems (OJS), a journal management and publishing system software, needed to help the editor of Review of Middle East Studies, a campus-based journal, transition to digital publishing. Flat fee for one week to ten days working with the editors in July or early August to apply the features of OJS software to the workflow of the journal. Additional hourly paid consultation, as needed, following the initial setup.  Contact:  Richard C Martin, romes.vt@gmail.com. 

7. GLC STUDENT BUILDING MANAGER POSITIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2014 – 3rd posting
The GLC Student Building Manager works closely with the Operations Manager for Student Centers and Activities as well as the Graduate School to provide services to the patrons who use the GLC. This includes providing excellent customer service, overall building management, reserving rooms, oversight of the welcome center, basic cleaning (wiping tables, vacuuming, etc.) and administrative support. The Student Building Manager has primary responsibility, including emergency response, for the building during evening and weekend hours. Up to three positions to start during the fall  semester at a rate of $12/hour. Apply online at: https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/47854. Contact Eric Margiotta (Margiotta@vt.edu) with questions.

8. PART-TIME COACHING POSITION IN UNIV STUDIES STARTING IN AUG – 3rd posting
University Studies Academic Coaching Program is seeking a graduate student for a part-time coaching position. Applicants should be graduate students in good academic standing who can start in mid-August. The position includes working with undergraduate students in creating individualized goals with time management, problem solving, and academics. Candidates interested in applying should send a resume and cover letter to Nick Sano-Franchini via email: nicks5@vt.edu by July 14, 2014.

9. TWO GRAD ASSISTANTSHIPS OPEN IN THEATRE PRODUCTION IN SOPA – 3rd posting
The theatre production program in the School of Performing Arts is seeking two FT graduate assistants (20 hrs/wk, Step 1, 9-month) for the 2014/15 academic.  The successful candidate must be available 1:00-5:30 pm M – F.
— Position #1 is in the scenic construction shop.  Required skills: Carpentry, experience with power tools and equipment, finishing work, painting, installation and assembly. Ability to listen and learn from senior shop technicians; work both independently and with others; read and understand technical design drawings. Preferred qualifications include: Proficiency in standard scenic fabrication techniques including welding and rigging.
— Position #2 is in the costume construction shop. Required skills: Ability to read and understand costume designs and assemble patterns; basic experience with sewing and stitching; listen and learn from faculty and staff supervisors; work both independently and with others.  Preferred qualifications include: Proficiency with fabric cutting, draping, patterning, fitting and costume crafts.  Submit a C/V or resume, and a letter of interest (with the email subject heading "Application for Position #1 (Scenic Assistant)" or "Application for Position #2 (Costume Assistant)". Email and attachments should be sent by July 15, 2014 to Patricia Raun, Director, SoPA at praun@vt.edu. No telephone calls.

10. PARENTS AND ADOLESCENTS WANTED FOR NUTRITION RESEARCH – 3rd posting
Children 12-18 and parents are needed for a study to determine the reliability and validity of a biomarker for beverage consumption and added sugar intake in adolescents. The study involves children completing beverage and theory-based questionnaires, food recalls, and two non-invasive fingerstick blood samples across 5 sessions; parents will complete three questionnaires on first visit. Approximated time commitment is <5 hours. Children will receive $50 upon completion.  If interested in participating, please contact Carly in the Lab for Eating Behaviors and Weight Management. Phone: (540)-231-7918 or email: carlym@vt.edu.

Upcoming events:

SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014
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 summer 2014 Schedule:

• Wednesday, July 16: SQL in R;
• Wednesday, July 23: Parametric versus Semi/nonparametric Regression Models;
• Wednesday, July 30: Factorial Experiments: Blocking, Confounding, and Fractional Factorial Designs;

GSA SUMMER BEER AND WINE SOCIAL
Thursday, Jul 17, 5:00-9:00pm, University Club
The GSA will be hosting a summer mixer for graduate students. General Admission: $8, Non drinking guests: $2.  Please contact Samantha Erwin, sherwin@vt.edu for questions or if you are interested in volunteering at the event.

 

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE
Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the café. However, career advising, counseling, and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling and Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School summer hours: M-F: 9:00am-4:00pm

 2. SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014: GRAPHICS IN R
Wednesday, Jul 2, 4:30-6:30pm. 1080 Torgersen Hall
Taught by Chris Franck, this session will introduce R techniques to produce several statistical graphs including histograms, bar plots, box plots, and scatter plots among others. Syntax to control colors, plotting characters, axes, legends, and labels will be covered, and users will learn to write high resolution graphics to the file type of their choice. The course format includes lecture and computer laboratory components. The lecture component will cover pros and cons of various graphics and approaches, and the computer portion will allow attendees to write, modify, and execute R codes to produce graphics based on these data. This is the third entry in a 3-course series which assumes no previous coding experience in R or any other language. See www.lisa.stat.vt.edu/?q=short_courses to register and learn more.

3. GLC CAFÉ: LEMONADE EDITION – BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
Thursday, Jul 3, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. This week’s special: freshly squeezed lemonade! Bring your own mug if you can. Either inside or outside, pending on the weather!

4. P.E.O. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR DOCTORAL STUDENTS AVAILABLE – 3rd posting
The local Radford P.E.O. Chapter AB–  a philanthropic educational organization for women, is soliciting applications from eligible VT female doctoral students for significant competitive merit-based P.E.O. Scholar Awards. Learn more at http://www.peointernational.org/sites/www.peointernational.org/files/content/psa-info-card_updates_2013-02-11_low-res.pdf. For more information contact Ellen Taylor, member of the award committee, at ellenelizabethtaylor@gmail.com.

5. DIVERSITY SENIOR FELLOW POSITION OPEN FOR 2014-15 – 1st posting
The Residential Colleges at Ambler Johnston (http://www.rescollege.housing.vt.edu/llc/waj/ and http://www.rescollege.housing.vt.edu/llc/hrc/) seek a graduate student to serve as a Diversity Senior Fellow. Successful candidate will academically mentor undergraduates living in the buildings and design modest programming around own research interests. Student will receive his/her own office, small programming budget, staff support, and some meals. Preference for PhD student with diversity/inclusion training. One-year appointment. Please email CV and brief statement of support from advisor to Professor Matthew Gabriele (mgabriele@vt.edu) by July 15.

6. WAGE POSITION OPEN – 1st posting
Wage Position: OJS (Open Access Systems) consultant with advanced familiarity with Open Journal Systems (OJS), a journal management and publishing system software, needed to help the editor of Review of Middle East Studies, a campus-based journal, transition to digital publishing. Flat fee for one week to ten days working with the editors in July or early August to apply the features of OJS software to the workflow of the journal. Additional hourly paid consultation, as needed, following the initial setup.  Contact:  Richard C Martin, romes.vt@gmail.com. 

7. GLC STUDENT BUILDING MANAGER POSITIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2014 – 2nd posting
The GLC Student Building Manager works closely with the Operations Manager for Student Centers and Activities as well as the Graduate School to provide services to the patrons who use the GLC. This includes providing excellent customer service, overall building management, reserving rooms, oversight of the welcome center, basic cleaning (wiping tables, vacuuming, etc.) and administrative support. The Student Building Manager has primary responsibility, including emergency response, for the building during evening and weekend hours. Up to three positions to start during the fall  semester at a rate of $12/hour. Apply online at: https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/47854. Contact Eric Margiotta (Margiotta@vt.edu) with questions.

8. PART-TIME COACHING POSITION IN UNIV STUDIES STARTING IN AUG – 2nd posting
University Studies Academic Coaching Program is seeking a graduate student for a part-time coaching position. Applicants should be graduate students in good academic standing who can start in mid-August. The position includes working with undergraduate students in creating individualized goals with time management, problem solving, and academics. Candidates interested in applying should send a resume and cover letter to Nick Sano-Franchini via email: nicks5@vt.edu by July 14, 2014.

9. TWO GRAD ASSISTANTSHIPS OPEN IN THEATRE PRODUCTION IN SOPA – 2nd posting
The theatre production program in the School of Performing Arts is seeking two FT graduate assistants (20 hrs/wk, Step 1, 9-month) for the 2014/15 academic.  The successful candidate must be available 1:00-5:30 pm M – F.
— Position #1 is in the scenic construction shop.  Required skills: Carpentry, experience with power tools and equipment, finishing work, painting, installation and assembly. Ability to listen and learn from senior shop technicians; work both independently and with others; read and understand technical design drawings. Preferred qualifications include: Proficiency in standard scenic fabrication techniques including welding and rigging.
— Position #2 is in the costume construction shop. Required skills: Ability to read and understand costume designs and assemble patterns; basic experience with sewing and stitching; listen and learn from faculty and staff supervisors; work both independently and with others.  Preferred qualifications include: Proficiency with fabric cutting, draping, patterning, fitting and costume crafts.  Submit a C/V or resume, and a letter of interest (with the email subject heading "Application for Position #1 (Scenic Assistant)" or "Application for Position #2 (Costume Assistant)". Email and attachments should be sent by July 15, 2014 to Patricia Raun, Director, SoPA at praun@vt.edu. No telephone calls.

10. ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION – 3rd posting
The Department of Engineering Education, home to “General Engineering” students, is seeking to hire an Academic Advising Graduate Assistant to work with this population of undergraduates.  Learn about details at:  http://www.enge.vt.edu/_files/undergraduate/pdf_2014_Academic%20Advising%20Graduate%20Assistant.

11. REFERENCE LIBRARY ASSISTANT POSITIONS (4) OPEN – final posting
The University Libraries are accepting applications for four Reference Library Assistant (RLA) positions for the 2014-2015 academic term. The RLA positions (see http://www.lib.vt.edu/libnews/2014/2014-07-09.html ) will be scheduled to work at the second floor Reference Assistance desk. RLAs work an average of 8-12 hrs/wk at $15.00/hour; this is a wage position with no tuition waiver. Hours determined upon hire. Successful applicants are expected to be able to work weekends and weeknights (until 12:00 midnight). All applications must include a current resume, cover letter, and completed application (download at www.lib.vt.edu/libnews/2014/rla-application.doc), sent by email or mail to: Lori Lee, Newman Library (0434) P.O. Box 90001 Blacksburg, VA 24061-9001. Apply by 5:00pm, July 9, 2014. Interviews will be scheduled the week of July 28, and successful candidates will be notified by August 6. Training will take place August 18-22. Fall schedule begins Aug 25.

12. PARENTS AND ADOLESCENTS WANTED FOR NUTRITION RESEARCH – 2nd posting
Children 12-18 and parents are needed for a study to determine the reliability and validity of a biomarker for beverage consumption and added sugar intake in adolescents. The study involves children completing beverage and theory-based questionnaires, food recalls, and two non-invasive fingerstick blood samples across 5 sessions; parents will complete three questionnaires on first visit. Approximated time commitment is <5 hours. Children will receive $50 upon completion.  If interested in participating, please contact Carly in the Lab for Eating Behaviors and Weight Management. Phone: (540)-231-7918 or email: carlym@vt.edu.

Upcoming events:

SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014
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. Summer 2014 Schedule:

• Wednesday, July 9: T-tests, ANOVA, and Rank Based Tests;
• Wednesday, July 16: SQL in R;
• Wednesday, July 23: Parametric versus Semi/nonparametric Regression Models;
• Wednesday, July 30: Factorial Experiments: Blocking, Confounding, and Fractional Factorial Designs;

GSA SUMMER BEER AND WINE SOCIAL
Thursday, Jul 17, 5:00-9:00pm, University Club
The GSA will be hosting a summer mixer for graduate students. General Admission: $8, Non drinking guests: $2.  Please contact Samantha Erwin, sherwin@vt.edu for questions or if you are interested in volunteering at the event.

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE

Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the café. However, career advising, counseling, and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling and Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School summer hours: M-F: 8:00am-4:00pm

2. FERPA TRAINING FOR GA’s and GTA’S
Wednesday, Jun 25, 9:00am-10:30am, GLC multipurpose room
The Graduate School has arranged for Wanda Hankins Dean, Vice Provost for Enrollment and Degree Management, to present a FERPA workshop for all Graduate School staff, colleagues across campus, and GA’s and GTA’s who work with sensitive student data. Light refreshments will be served.

3. SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014: STATISTICAL ANALYSIS IN R
Wednesday, Jun 25, 4:30-6:30pm. 1080 Torgersen Hall
Taught by Ian Crandell, this class is the second in a three-course series that assumes no previous coding experience in R or any other language. Experience using R or attending Part I of this series is suggested but not required. The intended audience includes researchers who want to gain basic exposure to statistical analysis in R with the ultimate goal of incorporating R into their research programs. R is a free computing and graphical software/environment for statistical analysis. This course is designed to provide a basic statistical analysis in R using two data sets. The first data set comes from a study of low birth weights and includes 189 observations and various prediction variables. Analyses described include t-tests (one-sample, two sample, paired tests), ANOVA, generalized linear regression (logistic regression), and nonparametric tests. The second data set summarizes binary responses and six continuous predictors. The course includes a lecture portion covering statistical concepts and a computer lab component that covers usage of R to perform the analyses described above. Attendees can write, modify, and execute R codes for the statistical analysis. See www.lisa.stat.vt.edu/?q=short_courses to register and learn more.

4. GLC CAFÉ: LEMONADE EDITION
Thursday, Jun 26, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. This week’s special: freshly squeezed lemonade! Bring your own mug if you can. Either inside or outside, pending on the weather!

5. P.E.O. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR DOCTORAL STUDENTS AVAILABLE – 2nd posting
The local Radford P.E.O. Chapter AB–  a philanthropic educational organization for women, is soliciting applications from eligible VT female doctoral students for significant competitive merit-based P.E.O. Scholar Awards. Learn more at http://www.peointernational.org/sites/www.peointernational.org/files/content/psa-info-card_updates_2013-02-11_low-res.pdf. For more information contact Ellen Taylor, member of the award committee, at ellenelizabethtaylor@gmail.com.

6. GLC STUDENT BUILDING MANAGER POSITIONS OPEN FOR FALL 2014 – 1st posting
The GLC Student Building Manager works closely with the Operations Manager for Student Centers and Activities as well as the Graduate School to provide services to the patrons who use the GLC. This includes providing excellent customer service, overall building management, reserving rooms, oversight of the welcome center, basic cleaning (wiping tables, vacuuming, etc.) and administrative support. The Student Building Manager has primary responsibility, including emergency response, for the building during evening and weekend hours. Up to three positions to start during the fall  semester at a rate of $12/hour. Apply online at: https://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/47854. Contact Eric Margiotta (Margiotta@vt.edu) with questions.

7. PART-TIME COACHING POSITION IN UNIV STUDIES STARTING IN AUG – 1st posting
University Studies Academic Coaching Program is seeking a graduate student for a part-time coaching position. Applicants should be graduate students in good academic standing who can start in mid-August. The position includes working with undergraduate students in creating individualized goals with time management, problem solving, and academics. Candidates interested in applying should send a resume and cover letter to Nick Sano-Franchini via email: nicks5@vt.edu by July 14, 2014.

8. TWO GRAD ASSISTANTSHIPS OPEN IN THEATRE PRODUCTION IN SOPA – 1st posting
The theatre production program in the School of Performing Arts is seeking two FT graduate assistants (20 hrs/wk, Step 1, 9-month) for the 2014/15 academic.  The successful candidate must be available 1:00-5:30 pm M – F.

— Position #1 is in the scenic construction shop.  Required skills: Carpentry, experience with power tools and equipment, finishing work, painting, installation and assembly. Ability to listen and learn from senior shop technicians; work both independently and with others; read and understand technical design drawings. Preferred qualifications include: Proficiency in standard scenic fabrication techniques including welding and rigging.
— Position #2 is in the costume construction shop. Required skills: Ability to read and understand costume designs and assemble patterns; basic experience with sewing and stitching; listen and learn from faculty and staff supervisors; work both independently and with others.  Preferred qualifications include: Proficiency with fabric cutting, draping, patterning, fitting and costume crafts.  Submit a C/V or resume, and a letter of interest (with the email subject heading "Application for Position #1 (Scenic Assistant)" or "Application for Position #2 (Costume Assistant)". Email and attachments should be sent by July 15, 2014 to Patricia Raun, Director, SoPA at praun@vt.edu. No telephone calls.

9. ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION – 2nd posting
The Department of Engineering Education, home to “General Engineering” students, is seeking to hire an Academic Advising Graduate Assistant to work with this population of undergraduates.  Learn about details at:  http://www.enge.vt.edu/_files/undergraduate/pdf_2014_Academic%20Advising%20Graduate%20Assistant.

10. REFERENCE LIBRARY ASSISTANT POSITIONS (4) OPEN – 3rd posting
The University Libraries are accepting applications for four Reference Library Assistant (RLA) positions for the 2014-2015 academic term. The RLA positions (see http://www.lib.vt.edu/libnews/2014/2014-07-09.html ) will be scheduled to work at the second floor Reference Assistance desk. RLAs work an average of 8-12 hrs/wk at $15.00/hour; this is a wage position with no tuition waiver. Hours determined upon hire. Successful applicants are expected to be able to work weekends and weeknights (until 12:00 midnight). All applications must include a current resume, cover letter, and completed application (download at www.lib.vt.edu/libnews/2014/rla-application.doc), sent by email or mail to: Lori Lee, Newman Library (0434) P.O. Box 90001 Blacksburg, VA 24061-9001. Apply by 5:00pm, July 9, 2014. Interviews will be scheduled the week of July 28, and successful candidates will be notified by August 6. Training will take place August 18-22. Fall schedule begins Aug 25.

11. PARENTS AND ADOLESCENTS WANTED FOR NUTRITION RESEARCH – 1st posting
Children 12-18 and parents are needed for a study to determine the reliability and validity of a biomarker for beverage consumption and added sugar intake in adolescents. The study involves children completing beverage and theory-based questionnaires, food recalls, and two non-invasive fingerstick blood samples across 5 sessions; parents will complete three questionnaires on first visit. Approximated time commitment is <5 hours. Children will receive $50 upon completion.  If interested in participating, please contact Carly in the Lab for Eating Behaviors and Weight Management. Phone: (540)-231-7918 or email: carlym@vt.edu.

12. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR MANUAL MATERIAL-HANDLING STUDY – 3rd posting
Participants are needed for a studyon manual material handling tasks.  The study consists of two sessions for about 1-2 and 3-4 hours, respectively.  Requirements: male or female with no recent history of musculoskeletal disorders within the age range of 18-40.  Participants will be compensated $10/hr.  If interested, please contact Alireza Sedighi at sedighia@vt.edu for further details.

Upcoming events:

SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014
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. Summer 2014 Schedule:

• Wednesday, July 2: Graphics in R;
• Wednesday, July 9: T-tests, ANOVA, and Rank Based Tests;
• Wednesday, July 16: SQL in R;
• Wednesday, July 23: Parametric versus Semi/nonparametric Regression Models;
• Wednesday, July 30: Factorial Experiments: Blocking, Confounding, and Fractional Factorial Designs;

 

1.  WEEKLY SERVICES IN THE GLC  – SUMMER SCHEDULE
Weekly services are on hiatus in the summer, except for the café. However, career advising, counseling, and writing support are available at each service’s home location in the Career Services Center, Cook Counseling and Newman Library respectively.

• GLC Café: 3:30-5:00 every Thursday, Reading Room or GLC side patio – year round!
• Graduate School summer hours: M-F: 9:00am-4:00pm

2. YOU SCREAMED ICE CREAM AND WE HEARD YOU
Tuesday, Jun 17, 2:00-3:00pm, Graduate School lobby
Ice cream will be served in the Grad School lobby for any and every graduate student who comes by. Take a quick break from whatever you are doing to enjoy some ice cream and meet other grad students who are around this summer. If you plan to stop by, please complete this quick survey to help us plan for the right amount of ice cream: https://survey.vt.edu/survey/entry.jsp?id=1402946201139. Brought to you by the Graduate School.

3. GET LAMP: THE TEXT ADVENTURE DOCUMENTARY
Wednesday, Jun 18, 4:00-6:00pm, GLC TV Lounge
"Before the first-person shooter there was the second-person thinker." Have you ever thought about writing a story in which the audience is an active participant? Join others interested in the art and skill of interactive digital narrative for a viewing and discussion of "Get Lamp: The Text Adventure Documentary" (http://www.getlamp.com/) by Jason Scott.  Contact grad student Darren <dmaczka@vt.edu> with any questions.

4. SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014: BASICS OF R
Wednesday, Jun 18, 4:30-6:30pm. 1080 Torgersen Hall
Taught by Olawale Awe, this introductory course covers programming basics in R (a powerful, versatile, and free statistical programming language), including the definition and manipulation of data objects, loops, importing/exporting data, and simple data summaries. These concepts will be illustrated using both the Home Prices Data and also the National Longitudinal Mortality Survey. The course format includes lecture and computer laboratory components and attendees will have the opportunity to write, modify, and execute R codes for these data. This intro session is part of a three-course series which assumes no previous coding experience in R or any other language. The intended audience includes researchers who want to gain basic exposure to R with the ultimate goal of incorporating R into their research programs. More experienced users may wish to skip this course and attend subsequent courses on statistical and graphical techniques using R. See www.lisa.stat.vt.edu/?q=short_courses to register and learn more.

5. GLC CAFÉ
Thursday, Jun 19, 3:30-5:00pm, GLC Reading Room or side patio
The GLC Café is offered throughout the year with free coffee, tea, and cookies in the company of your graduate-student and Grad-School colleagues. Bring your own mug if you can. Either inside or outside, pending on the weather!

6. P.E.O. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR DOCTORAL STUDENTS AVAILABLE – 1st posting
The local Radford P.E.O. Chapter AB–  a philanthropic educational organization for women, is soliciting applications from eligible VT female doctoral students for significant competitive merit-based P.E.O. Scholar Awards. Learn more at http://www.peointernational.org/sites/www.peointernational.org/files/content/psa-info-card_updates_2013-02-11_low-res.pdf.

7. ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION – 1st posting
The Department of Engineering Education, home to “General Engineering” students, is seeking to hire an Academic Advising Graduate Assistant to work with this population of undergraduates.  Learn about details at:  http://www.enge.vt.edu/_files/undergraduate/pdf_2014_Academic%20Advising%20Graduate%20Assistant.

8. REFERENCE LIBRARY ASSISTANT POSITIONS (4) OPEN – 2nd posting
The University Libraries are accepting applications for four Reference Library Assistant (RLA) positions for the 2014-2015 academic term. The RLA positions (see http://www.lib.vt.edu/libnews/2014/2014-07-09.html ) will be scheduled to work at the second floor Reference Assistance desk. RLAs work an average of 8-12 hrs/wk at $15.00/hour; this is a wage position with no tuition waiver. Hours determined upon hire. Successful applicants are expected to be able to work weekends and weeknights (until 12:00 midnight). All applications must include a current resume, cover letter, and completed application (download at www.lib.vt.edu/libnews/2014/rla-application.doc), sent by email or mail to: Lori Lee, Newman Library (0434) P.O. Box 90001 Blacksburg, VA 24061-9001. Apply by 5:00pm, July 9, 2014. Interviews will be scheduled the week of July 28, and successful candidates will be notified by August 6. Training will take place August 18-22. Fall schedule begins Aug 25.

9. PARTICIPANTS SOUGHT FOR MANUAL MATERIAL-HANDLING STUDY – 2nd posting
Participants are needed for a studyon manual material handling tasks.  The study consists of two sessions for about 1-2 and 3-4 hours, respectively.  Requirements: male or female with no recent history of musculoskeletal disorders within the age range of 18-40.  Participants will be compensated $10/hr.  If interested, please contact Alireza Sedighi at sedighia@vt.edu for further details.

10. VT SPORT CLUB TEAMS LOOKING FOR COACHES – 3rd posting
The following VT sport club teams are looking for coaches for the upcoming school year:  VT Crew (rowing), Women’s Soccer, Women’s Lacrosse and Women’s Water Polo.  All 31 sport clubs are extremely competitive, and compete at the intercollegiate level against sport club teams from other colleges and universities around the region and throughout the country.  Sport clubs practice during the week and travel to tournaments or host home games/tournaments on weekends.  If you would like additional information about these coaching opportunities, please contact Alan Glick, Assistant Director of Recreational Sports, at aglick@vt.edu, 231-4058.

Upcoming events:

SHORT STAT COURSES SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2014
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. Summer 2014 Schedule:

• Wednesday, June 25: Statistical Analysis in R;
• Wednesday, July 2: Graphics in R;
• Wednesday, July 9: T-tests, ANOVA, and Rank Based Tests;
• Wednesday, July 16: SQL in R;
• Wednesday, July 23: Parametric versus Semi/nonparametric Regression Models;
• Wednesday, July 30: Factorial Experiments: Blocking, Confounding, and Fractional Factorial Designs;

FERPA TRAINING FOR GA’s and GTA’S
Wednesday, Jun 25, 9:00am-10:30am, GLC multipurpose room
The Graduate School has arranged for Wanda Hankins Dean, Vice Provost for Enrollment and Degree Management, to present a FERPA workshop for all Graduate School staff, colleagues across campus, and GA’s and GTA’s who work with sensitive student data. Light refreshments will be served.