| October 2 DC Area Weekly Newsletter for Virginia Tech Graduate Students |
Oct. 2, 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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This Week’s Events and Activities:
1. GRADUATE HONOR SYSTEM TRAINING
2. DROP-IN ADVISING IN ARLINGTON (VT-RC)
3. HOKIE SHOP POP-UP STORE AT THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA CENTER IN FALLS CHURCH
4. FLU SHOT CLINIC AT THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA CENTER IN FALLS CHURCH
5. THURSDAY WALKING GROUP WITH MINDFULNESS
6. FLU SHOT CLINIC AT THE ARLINGTON RESEARCH CENTER
7. ONLINE POWER HOUR OF WRITING
Administrative Announcements:
8. SURVEY ON THE VIRGINIA TECH SHARED GOVERNANCE SYSTEM, 1st POSTING
9. LATINEX HISTORY AT VIRGINIA TECH INITIATIVE, 1st POSTING
10. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH, 1st POSTING
11. LOOKING FOR PHI BETA KAPPA MEMBERS
12. NEW EXTENDED HOURS FOR THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA CENTER LIBRARY IN FALLS CHURCH
13. VIRGINIA TECH AFFINITY GROUPS IN THE WASHINGTON, D.C., AREA
Job Opportunities
14. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT (GRA) ON NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (NSF) GCR PROJECT
15. SELF-ADVOCATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE OPENINGS FOR VIRGINIA TECH AUTISM CLINIC & CENTER FOR AUTISM RESEARCH
External Funding Opportunities
16. NNSA GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM, 1st POSTING
17. NNSA MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS INTERNSHIP, 1st POSTING
18. 2024 SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
19. DOE OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH AWARDS
20. VIRGINIA SEA GRANT PROGRAM
Upcoming Events:
21. OMEKA BASICS WORKSHOP
22. MASTER YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP: PLANNING YOUR POSTDOC OR FIRST FACULTY JOB
23. SAVE THE DATE: DIVERSITY CHALLENGE GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE
24. SAVE THE DATE: MASTER YOUR FUTURE WORKSHOP: DOES RACE REALLY MATTER IN ACADEMIA?
Volunteers and research participants sought:
25. SEEKING STUDY PARTICIPANTS TO BETTER UNDERSTAND AUTISM LANGUAGE PREFERENCES
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. 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.
2. DROP-IN ADVISING IN ARLINGTON (VT-RC)
Monday, Oct. 2, 1-5 p.m. Second floor of the Research Center, Room 2-304
In person student advising (walk in) with the Graduate School staff for academic progress and degree completion advising needs for students at the Virginia Tech-Research Center in Arlington, 900 N. Glebe Road. Students can drop in at any time to meet in person with an advisor.
3. 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.
4. FLU SHOT CLINIC AT THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA CENTER IN FALLS CHURCH
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 3-5 p.m., Northern Virginia Center, Falls Church, room 200.
Fall is the time when respiratory illnesses, like flu, begin to spread. To protect yourself and others this fall and winter, follow these public health guidelines (https://news.vt.edu/notices/adm-evergreens/public-safety-community-health.html) and get a flu shot!
Flu shot clinics are being offered in the D.C. area, which all employees and students are able to attend. Employees, please work with your supervisor with regard to scheduling questions as all clinics are during work hours.
Eligibility:
· Salaried, benefitted faculty and staff who are covered by state health insurance plans must show their insurance card to receive a free flu shot. Other insurance plans may be accepted but cannot be guaranteed.
· Non-student wage employees must show their Hokie Passport in order to receive their free flu vaccination.
· Undergraduate and graduate students must also show an insurance card to receive a free vaccine.
Injectable flu shots will be available. Registration is required for each person who will attend a clinic and may be found using the registration link here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EAEAE22A7FF2-44440825-dc#/
5. THURSDAY WALKING GROUP WITH MINDFULNESS
Thursday, Oct. 5, 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.
6. FLU SHOT CLINIC AT THE ARLINGTON RESEARCH CENTER
Thursday, Oct. 5, 1-3 p.m., Arlington Research Center, 2nd floor, room 304
Fall is the time when respiratory illnesses, like flu, begin to spread. To protect yourself and others this fall and winter, follow these public health guidelines (https://news.vt.edu/notices/adm-evergreens/public-safety-community-health.html) and get a flu shot!
Flu shot clinics are being offered in the D.C. area, which all employees and students are able to attend. Employees, please work with your supervisor with regard to scheduling questions as all clinics are during work hours.
Eligibility:
· Salaried, benefitted faculty and staff who are covered by state health insurance plans must show their insurance card to receive a free flu shot. Other insurance plans may be accepted but cannot be guaranteed.
· Non-student wage employees must show their Hokie Passport in order to receive their free flu vaccination.
· Undergraduate and graduate students must also show an insurance card to receive a free vaccine.
Injectable flu shots will be available. Registration is required for each person who will attend a clinic and may be found using the registration link here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EAEAE22A7FF2-44440825-dc#/
7. ONLINE POWER HOUR OF WRITING
Friday, Oct. 6, 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
Administrative Announcements
8. SURVEY ON THE VIRGINIA TECH SHARED GOVERNANCE SYSTEM, 1st POSTING
The University Council Cabinet would appreciate your feedback through our online survey about Virginia Tech’s shared governance system. Your input will be used to help gauge how informed the university community is about what is happening in the governance system and whether our students, faculty, and staff feel they know how to become involved in one of the shared governance bodies or to make their voices heard by communicating ideas or concerns to the appropriate office or governance body. All responses will remain confidential and secure. Survey results will be reported to the cabinet in the aggregate without any personally identifying information. We have contracted with QuestionPro, an independent research firm, to field your confidential survey responses. Please click on this link to complete the survey: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/t/AXO8nZxoYb by Oct. 16. Thank you in advance for your valuable insights.
If you have questions, contact the Office of the vice president for policy and governance, vppg@vt.edu.
9. LATINX HISTORY AT VIRGINIA TECH INITIATIVE, 3RD 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. NOMINATE YOUR FACULTY FOR MENTOR OF THE MONTH, 3rd POSTING
With the Faculty Mentor of the Month program, the Graduate School recognizes and highlights the important role faculty members play in supporting, encouraging, and promoting an affirmative, inclusive scholarly and teaching environment for graduate students. Nominate your faculty advisors, committee members, or other faculty members who have played a significant role in 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
11. LOOKING FOR PHI BETA KAPPA MEMBERS, 2nd POSTING
Virginia Tech was granted a charter for a Phi Beta Kappa chapter on May 8, 1977. The founding president of our chapter was the late professor, Albert Sturm, research professor of political science. We are called the Mu of Virginia Chapter. Mu is the 12th letter of the Greek alphabet, as we are the 12th university or college in the state of Virginia to receive a charter.
If you are a Phi Beta Kappa member, the Mu of Virginia Chapter would be delighted to hear from you! Please send an email to Shelia Collins, PBK’s liaison in the Provost’s Office, at shcolli4@vt.edu with any questions or to be added to our listserv. https://www.provost.vt.edu/phi_beta_kappa.html
12. NEW EXTENDED HOURS FOR THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA CENTER LIBRARY IN FALLS CHURCH, 2nd POSTING
Beginning Monday, Oct. 2, the library will open earlier on weekdays and close later Monday through Thursday.
New hours:
· Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
· Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
· Saturday: 10 a.m. – p.m.
· Sunday: Closed
13. 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
14. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT (GRA) ON NSF GCR PROJECT
Dr. Shalini Misra is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative graduate student to work on an exciting National Science Foundation Growing Convergence Research (NSF-GCR) project on inland freshwater salinization. With the Occoquan Reservoir in Northern Virginia as its test bed, this NSF GCR project aims to understand the various sources of freshwater salinization and catalyze stakeholder-driven management strategies to address freshwater salinization. More information on the project here: https://salt.cee.vt.edu/. The graduate student will join a highly collaborative multi-institutional team of faculty, students, and stakeholders. Individuals with interests in sustainability, collaborative governance, and transdisciplinary research are encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (STEM, Social Sciences, or Humanities). Background in sustainability, environmental science, or environmental policy is desirable.
· Interest in cross-disciplinary, community-engaged research.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis.
· Ability to meet deadlines.
· Desire to work as part of a highly collaborative team.
· A creative mindset and approach to research.
Email your: (1) CV, (2) Cover letter; (3) a writing sample; (4) two references to shalini@vt.edu
15. SELF-ADVOCATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE OPENINGS FOR VIRGINIA TECH AUTISM CLINIC & CENTER FOR AUTISM RESEARCH, 3rd POSTING
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
16. NNSA GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
DEADLINE: Oct. 2
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
17. NNSA MINORITY SERVING INSTITUTIONS INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
DEADLINE: Oct. 22
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/
18. 2024 SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
DEADLINE: Nov. 1
Fellowships are offered to graduate students, predoctoral students, and postdoctoral and senior investigators to conduct independent research utilizing the Smithsonian collections, facilities, and/or staff expertise. Members of the Smithsonian professional research staff serve as advisors and hosts to fellows. Fields of research include animal behavior, ecology, and environmental science, including an emphasis on the tropics; Anthropology, including archaeology, cultural anthropology, linguistics, and physical anthropology; Astrophysics and astronomy; Earth sciences and paleobiology; evolutionary & systematic biology; folklife; History of science and technology; history of art, especially American, contemporary, African, and Asian art, twentieth-century American crafts, and decorative arts; materials research; molecular biology; social and cultural history of the United States. https://fellowships.si.edu/SIFP
19. DOE OFFICE OF SCIENCE GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH AWARDS
DEADLINE: Nov. 8, 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
20. VIRGINIA SEA GRANT PROGRAM
DEADLINE (registration): Dec. 1
DEADLINE (application): 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
Upcoming Events
21. OMEKA BASICS WORKSHOP
Tuesday, Oct. 12 1-4 p.m.
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
22. 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)
23. SAVE THE DATE: DIVERSITY CHALLENGE GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE
Nov. 11, 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.
24. 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
25. SEEKING STUDY PARTICIPANTS TO BETTER UNDERSTAND AUTISM LANGUAGE PREFERENCES
Virginia Tech Center for Autism Research (VTCAR)
We are seeking autistic adults or their caregivers as volunteer research participants to complete an anonymous online survey about their language use preferences about autistic identities! This is an unpaid research opportunity that involves online questionnaires, and should take up to 45 minutes total.
Requirements:
· Be at least 18 years old
· Be able to provide informed consent
· Identify as autistic/having autism or as a
caregiver of an autistic adult
· Be able to read English.
Email Naomi at vtautismcenter@vt.edu to complete the screening questions. Completing the screening questions does not mean that you are a research participant.
Ongoing Services (updated 10/02/23)
· 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. Beginning on Monday, October 2, the library will open earlier on weekdays and close later Monday through Thursday. New hours:
o Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
o Friday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
o Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
o Sunday: Building is closed
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
Have a great week!