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ETD Workshops

The Graduate School will be holding four ETD workshops in the next two weeks.  Once the workshops conclude, we will have staff available in GLC 120 to answer more specific questions. (Please have your ETD on a flash drive for reviewing purposes).

Sessions:
Tuesday, April 16th – Graduate Life Center – Room F – 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Thursday, April 18th – Graduate Life Center – Room F – 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Monday, April 22nd – Graduate Life Center – Room F – 11:00am -12pm

Wednesday, April 24th – Graduate Life Center – Room F – 11:00am – 12:00 pm

If you have any questions, please contact Jodi Cromer,  jodilynn@vt.edu or call 540-231-8636.

 We hope to see you there!


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Virtual GLC Café Series: Graduation 101

Graduate School staff will discuss:  Graduation 101 
When:      4/11/13 @ 12:30 -2:00
Where: Lobby  in the Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC) http://virtual.glc.vt.edu 
(meet near the Hokie Bird)
The  Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC), is an environment where you can create an

account and attend various events  from anywhere in the world as long as you have internet access http://virtual.glc.vt.edu/. Please take the time now to review the links below in reference to downloading the appropriate software and creating an account prior to logging into the vGLC.
In order to use the vGLC for the first time, please follow these basic instructions below:
1.     In a web browser, go to: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/wifi
2.     Click the CREATE ACCOUNT link at the top right of the webpage
  • Enter VT email
  • Enter name
  • Enter password
  • Select avatar type
  • Select Create
 3.     Download Imprudence Software 1.4.0-beta-2 Windows
or 1.4.0-beta-2 Mac (Intel)
 4. Open/Start Imprudence Viewer/Icon (purple hand)
  • Go to grid manager
  • Click the Add New Grid button below the Select a Grid menu box
  • In the Grid text box, type: virtual_glc 
  • In the Grid Name text box, type: Virtual GLC
  • In the Login URI text box, type: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/
  • Select OK
Day of Event :
Login to Imprudence
Meet in the Virtual GLC Lobby, next to the Hokie Bird
Please make sure you read the instructions: 
https://scholar.vt.edu/access/content/group/openlife/doc/OL_vGLC.pdf
Questions regarding the vGLC should be directed to Marija Telbis-Forster mtelbisf@vt.edu or Jodi Cromer jodilynn@vt.edu
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Graduate Advising Matters: A Faculty Forum

The Graduate School is hosting the first of what is hoped to become a series of conversations among faculty about the rewards and challenges of graduate advising.  The goal is to create a supportive space for faculty of all experience levels to come together and share and brainstorm strategies.

For this first discussion, the Graduate School invited seven faculty who have won the award for excellence in graduate advising and who will start the event by answering questions posed by  moderator Dr. Janet Rankin, associate dean of the Graduate School and professor in human nutrition, food and exercise. This will be followed by an open discussion of advising case studies and topics generated by  participants. 

All faculty are invited and encouraged to attend. Registration is requested, but not required, to help organizers estimate refreshment amounts needed.

Date, time and place of the event:
Tuesday, April 16th, from 3:30-5:00pm in the multipurpose room in the GLC 
Light refreshments will be served.

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Graduate Student Climate Survey

It is a priority for the Graduate School, Division of Student Affairs, and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion to ensure an affirming climate for graduate students enrolled at the Blacksburg campus. Graduate students are invited to participate in this survey regarding perceptions of campus climate.

Feedback is especially important. The survey should take approximately 20 minutes. Note that individual responses cannot be linked to names or emails and all responses will be confidential. The survey closes at midnight March 22. The answers provided will be invaluable to the graduate student community. 

If you have any questions, contact Graduate Representative to the Board of Visitors Robyn Jones.

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Graduate Education Week 2013, March 25-29

Graduate students and members of the Virginia Tech community are invited to participate in Graduate Education Week events from March 25 through March 29. Workshops, research symposium, student contests, photo and art display, and a variety of social events mark the 13th annual Graduate Education Week.

For a full description and schedule of events, visit our GEW 2013 website.

Sponsored by the Graduate School, Graduate Education Week (GEW) is celebrated annually during the last full week of March to:

  • highlight the importance of graduate education
  • increase the university community’s awareness of the contributions of graduate students to teaching, research and service
  • and enhance the graduate student experience through personal and professional development programs and social and celebratory events.

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Virtual GLC Café Series: ETD Review Checklist

Graduate School staff will discuss  what we check for when reviewing  your ETD.
 
When:      3/21/13 @ 12:30 –  2:00

Where: Lobby  in the Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC) http://virtual.glc.vt.edu 

(meet near the Hokie Bird)
The  Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC), is an environment where you can create an

account and attend various events  from anywhere in the world as long as you have internet access http://virtual.glc.vt.edu/. Please take the time now to review the links below in reference to downloading the appropriate software and creating an account prior to logging into the vGLC.
In order to use the vGLC for the first time, please follow these basic instructions below:
1.     In a web browser, go to: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/wifi
2.     Click the CREATE ACCOUNT link at the top right of the webpage
  • Enter VT email
  • Enter name
  • Enter password
  • Select avatar type
  • Select Create
 3.     Download Imprudence Software 1.4.0-beta-2 Windows
or 1.4.0-beta-2 Mac (Intel)
 4. Open/Start Imprudence Viewer/Icon (purple hand)
  • Go to grid manager
  • Click the Add New Grid button below the Select a Grid menu box
  • In the Grid text box, type: virtual_glc 
  • In the Grid Name text box, type: Virtual GLC
  • In the Login URI text box, type: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/
  • Select OK
Day of Event :
Login to Imprudence
Meet in the Virtual GLC Lobby, next to the Hokie Bird
Please make sure you read the instructions: 
https://scholar.vt.edu/access/content/group/openlife/doc/OL_vGLC.pdf
Questions regarding the vGLC should be directed to Marija Telbis-Forster mtelbisf@vt.edu or Jodi Cromer jodilynn@vt.edu
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Virtual GLC Café Series: Spring Wrap-Ups

Graduate School staff will discuss  tips to wrap up the semester on a high note.
 
When:      3/7/13  @ 12:30 –  2:00

Where: Lobby  in the Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC) http://virtual.glc.vt.edu 

(meet near the Hokie Bird)

The  Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC), is an environment where you can create an

account and attend various events  from anywhere in the world as long as you have internet access http://virtual.glc.vt.edu/. Please take the time now to review the links below in reference to downloading the appropriate software and creating an account prior to logging into the vGLC.
 In order to use the vGLC for the first time, please follow these basic instructions below:
1.     In a web browser, go to: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/wifi
2.     Click the CREATE ACCOUNT link at the top right of the webpage
  • Enter VT email
  • Enter name
  • Enter password
  • Select avatar type
  • Select Create
 3.     Download Imprudence Software 1.4.0-beta-2 Windows
or 1.4.0-beta-2 Mac (Intel)
 4. Open/Start Imprudence Viewer/Icon (purple hand)
  • Go to grid manager
  • Click the Add New Grid button below the Select a Grid menu box
  • In the Grid text box, type: virtual_glc 
  • In the Grid Name text box, type: Virtual GLC
  • In the Login URI text box, type: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/
  • Select OK
Day of Event :
Login to Imprudence
Meet in the Virtual GLC Lobby, next to the Hokie Bird
Please make sure you read the instructions: 
https://scholar.vt.edu/access/content/group/openlife/doc/OL_vGLC.pdf
Questions regarding the vGLC should be directed to Marija Telbis-Forster mtelbisf@vt.edu or Jodi Cromer jodilynn@vt.edu
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Graduate Education Week 2013, March 25-29

Graduate students and members of the Virginia Tech community are invited to participate in Graduate Education Week events from March 25 through March 29. Workshops, research symposium, student contests, photo and art display, and a variety of social events mark the 13th annual Graduate Education Week.

For a full description and schedule of events, visit our GEW 2013 website.

Sponsored by the Graduate School, Graduate Education Week (GEW) is celebrated annually during the last full week of March to:

  • highlight the importance of graduate education
  • increase the university community’s awareness of the contributions of graduate students to teaching, research and service
  • and enhance the graduate student experience through personal and professional development programs and social and celebratory events.




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Virtual GLC Cafe Series: Application For Degree & Mid-Semester Question & Answer

Graduate School staff will discuss  the impact of the  application for degree as it relates  to triggering the graduation checklist.
 
When:      2/28/13 @ 12:30 –  2:00

Where: Lobby  in the Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC) http://virtual.glc.vt.edu

The  Virtual Graduate Life Center (vGLC), is an environment where you can create an
account and attend various events  from anywhere in the world as long as you have internet access http://virtual.glc.vt.edu/. Please take the time now to review the links below in reference to downloading the appropriate software and creating an account prior to logging into the vGLC.
 In order to use the vGLC for the first time, please follow these basic instructions below:
1.     In a web browser, go to: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/wifi
2.     Click the CREATE ACCOUNT link at the top right of the webpage
  • Enter VT email
  • Enter name
  • Enter password
  • Select avatar type
  • Select Create
 3.     Download Imprudence Software 1.4.0-beta-2 Windows
or 1.4.0-beta-2 Mac (Intel)
 4. Open/Start Imprudence Viewer/Icon (purple hand)
  • Go to grid manager
  • Click the Add New Grid button below the Select a Grid menu box
  • In the Grid text box, type: virtual_glc 
  • In the Grid Name text box, type: Virtual GLC
  • In the Login URI text box, type: http://openlife01.cc.vt.edu:9500/
  • Select OK
Day of Event :
Login to Imprudence
Meet in the Virtual GLC Lobby, next to the Hokie Bird
Please make sure you read the instructions: 
https://scholar.vt.edu/access/content/group/openlife/doc/OL_vGLC.pdf
Questions regarding the vGLC should be directed to Marija Telbis-Forster mtelbisf@vt.edu or Jodi Cromer jodilynn@vt.edu
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Graduate School Invites Citizen Scholar Applications

The Graduate School invites applications for the Citizen Scholar Award from currently enrolled graduate students who have used their knowledge and research skills to benefit society in any way, and whose effort on the project involved 16 hours or more of community service. Recipients of the award will be recognized during Graduate Education Week on Monday, March 25 from 4-5:30 in the Graduate Life Center. 

During the award ceremony each award recipient will have a chance to explain his or her project briefly, using one power point slide. Learn more about the Citizen Scholar Experience (CSE) initiative>>

Applicants should send their name, project title and brief description of the project to Associate Dean Rosemary Blieszner, rmb@vt.edu by March 8.