Sept. 18, 2023
Welcome to the Graduate School’s D.C. Area weekly newsletter for graduate students. We share events, services, administrative announcements, and job opportunities. The newsletter is published on Mondays. When the university is closed for a holiday on Monday, the newsletter will be emailed on Tuesday. Posts must be relevant to graduate students in the greater Washington, D.C., metro area and other Northern Virginia campuses. Posts must include the name and contact of the requesting organization or person; not exceed 150 words; and not include attachments (no fliers or photos). Submissions will be edited to fit newsletter style and formatting requirements.
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Ongoing Services
- GRADUATE SCHOOL IN THE GREATER WASHINGTON, D.C. METRO AREA
- CAREER ADVISING
- COOK COUNSELING
- SERENITY SPACE
- CRANWELL INTERNATIONAL CENTER
- GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON
- AFFINITY GROUPS
- NORTHERN VIRGINIA RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY
- HOKIE ONE STOP
- WRITING CENTER
- EXPERIENCE VT WITH EMILY T
This Week’s Events and Activities:
1. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CAREER WEEK WORKSHOPS
2. LIBERATE THE BLOCK WEBINAR ON PREPARING FOR A SUCCESSFUL ACADEMIC CAREER
3. Pursuing a Postdoc proactively series
4. THURSDAY WALKING GROUP WITH MINDFULNESS
5. TECHNOLOGY TO TRANSFER WORKSHOP SERIES
6. NVC CAFE
7. Online Power Hour of Writing
8. LIBERAL ARTS FELLOWSHIPS INFORMATION SESSION
Administrative Announcements:
9. LATINEX HISTORY AT VIRGINIA TECH INITIATIVE, 1st POSTING
10. UPASS UPDATE FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS IN ARLINGTON WHO HAVE NOT PICKED UP THEIR METRO CARD
11. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH, 1st POSTING
12. JOIN THE STUDENT TITLE IX ADVISORY BOARD, 3rd POSTING
13. VT-BOEING MOU FOR STUDENT VETERANS, 3nd posting
14. JOIN THE CLIMATE ACTION LIVING LABORATORY, 3nd posting
15. CIRTL AT VIRGINIA TECH OFFERS TEACHING ASSOCIATE BADGE PROGRAM, 3rd POSTING
16. VIRGINIA TECH AFFINITY GROUPS IN THE WASHINGTON, D.C., AREA
Job Opportunities
17. SELF-ADVOCATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE OPENINGS FOR VIRGINIA TECH AUTISM CLINIC & CENTER FOR AUTISM RESEARCH
External Funding Opportunities
18. NNSA GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM, 1st POSTING
19. SIGMA XI GRANTS IN AID OF RESEARCH
20. NNSA MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS INTERNSHIP, 1st POSTING
21. DOE OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH AWARDS
22: VIRGINIA SEA GRANT PROGRAM
Upcoming Events:
23. WRITING AND COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP
24. COMMONWEALTH CYBER INITIATIVE INTERNSHIP AND JOB FAIR
25. HOKIE POP-UP STORE AT THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA CENTER IN FALLS CHURCH
26. GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM TRAINING
27. WRITING AND PUBLISHING FOR JOURNALS WORKSHOP
28. OMEKA BASICS WORKSHOP
29. MASTER YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP: PLANNING YOUR POSTDOC OR FIRST FACULTY JOB
30: SAVE THE DATE: DIVERSITY CHALLENGE GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE
31. SAVE THE DATE: MASTER YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP: DOES RACE REALLY MATTER IN ACADEMIA?
Volunteers and research participants sought:
No new opportunities this week
Ongoing Services (updated 09/11/23)
- GRADUATE SCHOOL IN THE GREATER WASHINGTON, D.C. METRO AREA: Schedule an in-person or virtual advising appointment with a Graduate School Academic Progress and Admissions advisor at https://rb.gy/80frn or send your questions to gssoncr@vt.edu. Offices are located on the fourth floor of the Northern Virginia Center (NVC) in Falls Church.
- CAREER ADVISING: Schedule a career advising appointment via https://career.vt.edu/job-search/Handshake.html
- COOK COUNSELING: Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment with the Northern Virginia Embedded Counselor, Julie Kaplan, Ph.D. by emailing jskaplan@vt.edu or calling 703-635-9957. After hours support can be found by calling 540-231-6557 or visiting ucc.vt.edu/timelycare
- SERENITY SPACE: The Cook Counseling Center has created the Serenity Space at the Northern Virginia Center in Falls Church (NVC) in room 489, a peaceful, calm space for all graduate students to use, to take a break in the day, and to de-stress. Please feel free to relax, stretch, meditate, or do yoga there. All students can use this room from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. It can also be used to relax before and after therapy sessions. Please contact Julie Kaplan, Ph.D., at jskaplan@vt.edu, if you have any questions related to this space.
- CRANWELL INTERNATIONAL CENTER: Schedule an appointment by emailing international@vt.edu or calling 540-231-6527.
- GRADUATE OMBUDSPERSON: Contact for a virtual appointment at gradombud@vt.edu or 540-231-9573.
- AFFINITY GROUPS: Contact Assistant Dean Chontrese Hayes at chontresehayes@vt.edu for information about these student groups.
- NORTHERN VIRGINIA RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY: Located on the 1st floor of the Northern Virginia Center (NVC) in Falls Church. Open Monday through Thursday from 11-9, Friday 11-6, Saturday 10-5. Visit lib.vt.edu/nvc to book a study time/seat.
- HOKIE ONE STOP: Online links to additional resources and services available to graduate students in the greater Washington, D.C. metro area and Northern Virginia campuses. https://dcarea.vt.edu/hokieonestop.html
- WRITING CENTER: Virginia Tech Libraries house The Writing Center, a free service for all students, faculty, and staff at the university. The center offers real-time, face-to-face online synchronous sessions as well as online asynchronous sessions. For more information: https://lib.vt.edu/study-learn/writing-center.html
- EXPERIENCE VT WITH EMILY T: Every Tuesday at 9 a.m., Virtual (Zoom) Join Graduate and Professional Student Board of Visitors Representative Emily Tirrell for her weekly office hours. Come and learn more about the graduate school, the student senate, the Board of Visitors, and campus resources! Online link: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/my/emilytirrell
This Week’s Events and Activities
1. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CAREER WEEK WORKSHOPS
Monday, Sept. 18, 4 p.m., Virtual
Cranwell International Center and Career and Professional Development are sponsoring a week of workshops dedicated to international undergraduate and graduate students to learn about US F-1 work options and navigating the US job search process. The workshops include a CPT Workshop; Interviewing in the U.S; Introduction to F-1 employment Options; Introduction to STEM OPT; Job Searching in the U.S.; OPT Workshop; Immigration Options in Academia, H-1B and other work options after graduation. Visit the website to register for the Zoom sessions and to find the times and description of each workshop. https://international.vt.edu/programs/international_student_career_week.html
2. LIBERATE THE BLOCK WEBINAR ON PREPARING FOR A SUCCESSFUL ACADEMIC CAREER
Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2-3 p.m., Virtual
VT is a member of NCFDD, an independent professional development, training, and mentoring community of faculty, postdocs, and graduate students from more than 450 colleges and universities. Use your VT login to make an account. Join Drs. Nelson O. O. Zounlomè and Lei Wang from Liberate The Block (www.LiberateTheBlock.com) for an engaging and transformative webinar designed to equip graduate students with essential strategies and tools for a successful academic career right from Day 1. In this dynamic session, we will delve into key topics that are crucial for your scholarly journey. Shared by Dean Aimée Suprenant. Register here: https://www.facultydiversity.org/webinars/gradsuccess.
3. Pursuing a Postdoc proactively series
Thursday, Sept. 21, 12-1 p.m., 3-part series, Virtual
This fall’s series, held in collaboration with UNC Chapel Hill Graduate School, is designed for Ph.D. students who want to better understand the pros and cons of pursuing the postdoc path. Including what to look for in a postdoctoral position, and tips on networking effectively to land one. A 3-part series on Thursdays. For information and to register:
https://www.research.vt.edu/about/postdoctoral-associates/postdoctoral-events-programs/2023/pursuing-a-postdoc-proactively.html
4. THURSDAY WALKING GROUP WITH MINDFULNESS
Thursday, Sept. 21, 12:30-1 p.m., in person (Falls Church)
The Walking Group with Mindfulness moments meets at the Northern Virginia Center in Falls Church, every Thursday. Take a break, de-stress, meet other students, faculty, and staff, and walk in the neighborhoods and parks near the NVC. Meet at the security desk at the entrance of the NVC on the second floor. Contact Julie Kaplan, Ph.D., Embedded Counselor for the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, for more information, at jskaplan@vt.edu.
5. TECHNOLOGY TO TRANSFER WORKSHOP SERIES
Thursday, Sept. 21, 12-1 p.m., Virtual (Zoom)
The Virginia Tech LICENSE: Center for Tech Commercialization will be hosting a workshop series designed to assist faculty, research staff, and students in understanding the basics of technology transfer. Topics to be covered include the invention disclosure process, inventorship vs. authorship, patenting 101, technology marketing, and licensing. We will also provide tips on working with the LICENSE team to protect and commercialize your inventions and dispel common myths that can hamper those efforts. The workshop will be offered on Thursdays, beginning Sept. 21, through Oct. 19. Register here: https://www.vt.edu/link/events/bootcamp.html
6. NVC CAFÉ
Thursday, Sept. 21, 3-4:30 p.m., in person at the Northern Virginia Center
Join graduate students and Graduate School staff for an afternoon of coloring, coffee, tea, and donuts and an opportunity to learn about a new LGBTQ+ social & support group in the DC Metro Area. Register with this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMtLX0jAeTIVxLg91ZocyutI1r34TYN7tupy5xMFfjZcZSMw/viewform?usp=sf_link
7. Online Power Hour of Writing
Friday, Sept. 22, 2023 9-10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., weekly series throughout the semester, Virtual
The Virginia Tech Writing Center offers a Power Hour that aims to empower writers to protect short but regular time slots to work toward their writing projects with the support of an online community. Writers can choose the time slot that best fits their needs. The format is split into three parts: the check in, where participants outline their goals verbally or by writing in the chat box; the 60-minute power hour, where cameras and microphones are muted while people engage in their projects; and the follow-up, where participants come together to share their experiences, facilitated by the session’s host. Find out more and register at https://vt.mywconline.com
8. LIBERAL ARTS FELLOWSHIPS INFORMATION SESSION
Friday, Sept. 22, 1-2 p.m. Virtual (Zoom)
This information session is open to graduate students and will provide information about the fellowships available in the liberal arts fields. Zoom registration is required: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rdOqhrzkoGND5p0Rcj4psqZd2vAdl7Woo
More information about graduate fellowships is available here: https://sites.google.com/vt.edu/fellowships/home/graduate_fellowships. Contact: Tom Ewing (etewing@vt.edu)
Administrative announcements
9. Latinx History at Virginia Tech Initiative, 1st posting
In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Latinx Affinity Group, in collaboration with the El Centro Cultural Center, jointly launched an initiative to illuminate the origins and contributions of the Latinx community at Virginia Tech. The project will include cultural artifacts and oral history testimonials. If you want to contribute to this initiative or need more information, please contact: Chontrese Hayes, assistant dean for Academic Affairs and Student Success at chontresehayes@vt.edu or Veronica Montes, Director, El Centro Cultural Center at vmontes@vt.edu.
10. UPASS UPDATE FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS IN ARLINGTON WHO HAVE NOT PICKED UP THEIR METRO CARD
Debbie Cash will be in Arlington on Monday, Sept. 25. If you have not picked up your U-Pass card and would like to make arrangements for delivery to Arlington, please let Debbie know before 9 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 25. You should submit your DocuSign Disclaimer form before then. You will need to show photo identification.
If you have any issues with U-Pass card or Apple Wallet, please contact gettingaround@vt.edu. For more information visit https://parking.vt.edu/alternative/u-pass-program.html.
Cards can also be picked up from the Northern Virginia Center (NVC) Library in Falls Church, Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., and Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., or Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
11. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH, 1st posting
With the Faculty Mentor of the Month program, the Graduate School recognizes and highlights the important role faculty members play in supporting, encouraging, and promoting an affirmative, inclusive scholarly and teaching environment for graduate students. Nominate your faculty advisors, committee members, or other faculty members who have played a significant role in your graduate experience, either in a single noteworthy instance or through continued and consistent support, by completing this nomination form: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/awards/outstanding-mentor-award/Mentor_of_the_Month.html. Nominations are accepted year-round, and a new winner is selected every month. Winners receive a certificate and a small token of our appreciation. Winning faculty mentors are featured on our website and recognized on social media platforms. Contact Monika Gibson at gibsonm@vt.edu with questions. https://graduateschool.vt.edu/about/awards/outstanding-mentor-award/Mentor_of_the_Month.html
12. JOIN THE STUDENT TITLE IX ADVISORY BOARD, 3rd posting
The Office for Equity and Accessibility (oea.vt.edu) invites students to join the Student Title IX Advisory Board, a group that convenes regularly to provide feedback on the university’s response to reports of gender-based harassment and violence. The board will meet three to four times each semester to discuss issues and engage directly with the university’s Title IX coordinator. Topics will include policies and procedures, resources available to students, and communication and outreach efforts, including SAFE at VT (https://safe.vt.edu). Diverse student voices, experiences, and insights are essential to informing the work of the Title IX team. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested students should submit a short statement of interest to Title IX Coordinator Katie Polidoro at polidoro@vt.edu by Sept. 8.
13. VT-BOEING MOU FOR STUDENT VETERANS, 3rd posting
Virginia Tech and Boeing have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that offers job interviews with Boeing to VT student veterans. All candidates must meet the minimum qualification of the position(s) being applied to for interview preference. Review details and guidance at https://www.veterans.vt.edu/students/career-resources.html
14. JOIN THE CLIMATE ACTION LIVING LABORATORY, 3rd posting
The Climate Action Living Laboratory (CALL) is an inclusive and interdisciplinary research group that uses the campus environment in Blacksburg and beyond to do cutting edge research and teaching within the broad category of climate action. Joining the CALL will help the university meet its goals and also provide some key benefits for faculty and graduate student researchers/educators, and will create more funding and interdisciplinary partnership opportunities to increase the scale of environmental research at Virginia Tech. For more information about the CALL, visit this website: https://www.vt.edu/sustainability/academics.html.
To receive CALL emails, please fill out this survey: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/CALL2023-2024.
For more information about getting involved with the living laboratory, contact Climate Action Fellow Jack Leff: leffjr@vt.edu.
15. CIRTL AT VIRGINIA TECH OFFERS TEACHING ASSOCIATE BADGE PROGRAM, 3rd posting
The Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL) at Virginia Tech offers a new Teaching Associate badge program. Participants will engage in programming focused on foundational knowledge about teaching and complete a teaching philosophy activity to start building their teaching portfolios. Upon completing program requirements, participants will receive a digital badge recognizing their connection and association with effective teaching practices. The program is open to graduate students and postdoctoral associates regardless of teaching experience or responsibilities. Multiple options for program completion are available. To be eligible, you must be a current graduate student or postdoctoral associate at Virginia Tech, and you must complete the program requirements during your time as a graduate student or postdoctoral associate at the university. Applications will open on Sept. 5, 2023, at 9 a.m. For more information about the Associate Badge program, visit https://cirtl.vt.edu/.
16. VIRGINIA TECH AFFINITY GROUPS IN THE WASHINGTON, D.C., AREA
The graduate school has established six affinity groups for the campuses in the greater Washington, D.C., metro area to foster environments of support and to assist with degree completion and professional development outcomes. The overarching goal is to build an enhanced sense of community and provide a forum for an exchange of ideas on issues of common interest for students who identify with these communities. The six groups are the Black Affinity Group, First Generation Affinity Group, GRAD Parents Affinity Group, Latinx Affinity Group, Veterans Affinity Group, and Women in TECH Affinity Group. You can join any of them using this form: https://forms.gle/pynU7sgtemmDowhg9.
Job Opportunities
17. SELF-ADVOCATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE OPENINGS FOR VIRGINIA TECH AUTISM CLINIC & CENTER FOR AUTISM RESEARCH
Open until filled.
We are seeking to create a self-advocate advisory committee to advise VTAC/CAR’s director on various research, programs, clinical services, marketing, and communications to help ensure that autistic people and their interests are represented in how VTAC/CAR advances its mission on behalf of the autism community. This is a wage position. Outcomes of discussions will directly inform potential center research and related services. Must be over 18 years of age, identify as being on the autism spectrum, or have a diagnosis on the autism spectrum. For more information and how to apply use this form: https://www.vtcar.science.vt.edu/content/dam/vtcar_science_vt_edu/accepting-applications-for/SelfAdvocateAdvisoryCommitteeDescription8.2023.pdf
For more information, contact the vtautismcenter@vt.edu
External Funding Opportunities
All external funding opportunities that we are aware of can be found here: https://graduateschool.vt.edu/funding/scholarships-and-fellowships.html
18. NNSA GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
DEADLINE: Oct. 2, 2023
Established by Congress in 2000, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is a semi-autonomous agency within the Department of Energy responsible for enhancing national security through the military application of nuclear science. NNSA maintains and enhances the safety, security, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile; works to reduce the global danger from weapons of mass destruction; provides the U.S. Navy with safe and militarily effective nuclear propulsion; and responds to nuclear and radiological emergencies in the United States and abroad. The NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) is a one-year, early-career, leadership program with assignments across the NNSA enterprise. For information and how to apply, visit this page: https://www.pnnl.gov/apply-ngfp
19. SIGMA XI GRANTS IN AID OF RESEARCH, 3rd posting
DEADLINE: Oct. 1, 2023
Since 1922, the Sigma Xi Grants in Aid of Research (GIAR) program has provided undergraduate and graduate students with valuable educational experiences. By encouraging close working relationships between students and mentors, the program promotes scientific excellence and achievement through hands-on learning.
Sigma Xi Members: Award amounts for members range from $500 to $5,000 for graduate applicants and $500 to $2,000 for undergraduate applicants.
Non-members: Award amounts for non-members, both graduate and undergraduate, are available up to $1,000.
https://www.sigmaxi.org/programs/grants-in-aid-of-research
20. NNSA MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
DEADLINE: Oct. 22, 2023
Are you looking for a summer or year-long internship to boost your future career opportunities? Apply to join NNSA’s Minority Serving Institution Partnership Program (MSIIP) Class of 2024-25 today. MSIIP is open to all academic backgrounds. Internships begin on June 3, 2024. Application opened Aug. 1, 2023 and materials are due by 11:59pm EST, Oct. 22, 2023. Register here: https://orise.orau.gov/NNSA-MSIIP/
21. DOE OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH AWARDS
DEADLINE: November 8, 2023, at 5 p.m. ET
The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science is pleased to announce that the Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now accepting applications for the 2023 Solicitation 2 cycle.
SCGSR application assistance workshops will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2-3:30 p.m. ET and Tuesday, October 10, 2–4:30 p.m. ET. The first workshop will provide a general overview of the program and the application requirements and will include a time for discussing potential research topics with the program managers; register here: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItdu6prD8vHPF3KpL1C0P2s9y4uz044HI
22. VIRGINIA SEA GRANT PROGRAM
Registration deadline, Dec. 1
Application Deadline, Dec. 8
The VASG Graduate Fellowship invests in people and supports graduate students in education, evidence-based inquiry, and community engagement that further the goals of VASG. Graduate Fellows address issues relevant to Virginia communities and of importance to coastal and marine resources – including but not limited to: natural or social sciences, engineering and design, policy and legal analysis, architecture, business, education, arts and humanities, etc. The fellowship builds skills and competencies through professional development training and provides hands-on experience in translating research results to stakeholders through a professional mentor.
The fellowship provides up to $40,000 per year for two years and professional development opportunities. VASG expects to fund up to eight fellowships for the 2024–2026 academic years. Visit this site to learn more about the program, including how to apply: https://action.vaseagrant.org/c1.pl?778ff086b67b1bdbf698d51d3dc1a2796182c340b1faf97b
VASG will hold a virtual informational session on Sept. 20, 3 p.m. To
register for the information session, use this form: https://action.vaseagrant.org/c1.pl?dc0bd3f55a1d5bc054155f9a12c75782e48791b04d5b03e2
Upcoming Events
23. Writing AND COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP
Monday, Sept. 25, 6:45-8:30 p.m. In Arlington (second floor of the EBC) and virtual (Zoom)
Have you ever wondered how to communicate academic ideas to a wider audience using audio? Here is your chance to learn from a pro. Dallas Floer, senior production manager and producer of “Conversations with Tyler” and “Ideas of India” podcasts will provide tips, examples and more during this presentation. There is a short reception at 6:45 p.m. at the Arlington location. The presentation begins at 7 p.m. RSVP for event information and registration: https://forms.gle/HheBPU55z46Thc3e8
24. COMMONWEALTH CYBER INITIATIVE INTERNSHIP AND JOB FAIR
Sept. 27 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Virtual (hosted on Brazen)
The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative is hosting a virtual job fair on September 27 with the aim of connecting students with internship and job opportunities with employers throughout the state of Virginia. The event is free. For information and registration: visit https://cyberinitiative.org/talent-development/internship-job-fair-2023.html
25. HOKIE SHOP POP-UP STORE AT THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA CENTER IN FALLS CHURCH
Monday, Oct. 2, 2-7 p.m.; Tuesday, Oct. 3, 12-6 p.m.
The Virginia Tech Hokie Shop, Virginia Tech’s official bookstore, will host a two-day pop-up Store on Oct. 2 and 3 at the Northern Virginia Center (next to the West Falls Church Metro stop) in the greater Washington, D.C., metro area. The Hokie Shop is open to everyone. Virginia Tech students, employees, alumni, and community members in the D.C. area are encouraged to stop by and get your Hokie gear. An assortment of merchandise will be available, including clothing, gifts, collectibles, and other memorabilia. Herff Jones will also be on-site to take regalia orders for December graduates.
26. GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM TRAINING
Monday, Oct. 2, 12-1 p.m. Virtual (Zoom)
The Graduate Honor System relies on trained faculty and graduate students to hear academic integrity violation cases. It takes a one-hour training to become a panelist, after which you can serve on preliminary review and review panels. Become a panelist to help review cases, actively contribute to the ongoing conversation about standards of academic integrity, and build your skills and resume! Please indicate your interest in attending the upcoming training by completing this short registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfm0Y93Xd-yaShDS-fc62wjuoAjDTVC47kbs8WHw2FYfh7jMQ/viewform.
27. WRITING AND PUBLISHING FOR JOURNALS WORKSHOP
Begins Monday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m.
The 11-Week Writing & Publishing High Impact Journal Articles training program is targeted to biological or life sciences advanced graduate students, postdocs, and early career researchers passionate about maximizing the likelihood of peer-reviewed publication success for their manuscripts. The weekly course will run from October through the third week of December 2023 and will include access to a combination of On Demand video modules on Canvas combined with engaging live discussions about the content each week. Registration closes Friday, Sept. 22, at midnight. Register here: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/writing-journal-articles-series-fall-2023
28. OMEKA BASICS WORKSHOP
Tuesday, Oct. 12 1-4 pm
https://calendar.lib.vt.edu/event/11216672
Kira Dietz and Corinne Guimont will teach a 3-hour workshop on using Omeka for digital scholarship projects and exhibits. Participants will learn the basics of Omeka terminology, as well as how to create metadata, upload items, manage multiple users, and use themes and plugins. In addition, participants will explore copyright for content and hosting options for Omeka. The workshop is Oct. 12 from 1-4 in person and online Use the link above to register
29. MASTER YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP: PLANNING YOUR POSTDOC OR FIRST FACULTY JOB
Oct. 16, 12 p.m. Virtual (Zoom)
A professional development workshop designed to help students successfully navigate graduate school and their professional development. Dr. John Palmore, assistant professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department, is the guest speaker. Registration link:
(https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uce-qrD8iHdSTgH0NjWuJ0-oYFLHc3eMS)
30. SAVE THE DATE: DIVERSITY CHALLENGE GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE
Nov. 11, 2023, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Virtual
A free, virtual event for graduate students to present their work and engage in discussion, community, and mentoring with leading scholars. Graduate students are encouraged to submit proposals for poster presentations, individual research papers, and symposia focused on various aspects of race, racism, anti-racism, and racial trauma. The symposia proposals should represent a collection of 3 presentations centered on a unifying theme and can comprise both research and conceptual presentations.
http://bit.ly/DivConference23
31. SAVE THE DATE: MASTER YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP: DOES RACE REALLY MATTER IN ACADEMIA?
Nov. 13; 12 p.m. Virtual (Zoom)
A professional development workshop designed to help students successfully navigate graduate school and their professional development. Dr. Lance Collins, vice president and executive director of the innovation Campus, is the guest speaker. Registration link:
(https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uce-qrD8iHdSTgH0NjWuJ0-oYFLHc3eMS.)
Volunteers and research participants sought
No new opportunities this week.
Have a great week!
