Past Events

Writing a Press Release. Writing a Press Release. . What are the steps that occur between your lab or field research and the story that shows up in the newspaper? This workshop provides the basics: What is a press release? How is a press release put together? What can researchers do to best prepare a draft or contact a communications officer at Virginia Tech? This workshop explains the overall process of getting research findings out of the lab, office, or…

Career Fair Prep Learn how to present yourself to an employer and what to ask at a job fair. Sponsored by Career and Professional Development. Place: GLC Room F Time: 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. You must register at the following link if you plan on attending: Register Here

VT KnowledgeWorks Startup Chatup Join us for a lively, informal group chat about your entrepreneurial aspirations with VT KnowledgeWorks' Executive Director Jim Flowers. Startup Chatup @ Tillerman Coffee Co. is located in the VTCRC at 1341 Research Center Drive, Suite 1100, Blacksburg, VA 24060. Location: Tillerman Coffee Co. For more information and to register, please click here.

Beginning and Maintaining Advisor Relationships When: Tuesday, January 30; 4:00-5:00pm Where: Graduate Life Center, Room F Bryan Hanson, Graduate Ombudsperson, will lead this workshop on starting and maintaining advisor relationships from finding the right advisor through the ups and downs of graduate school and beyond. You must register at the following link if you plan on attending: Register Here

Lunch with the Dean Wednesday, January 31, 12:00-1:00pm Where: Graduate Life Center, Room C Meet Graduate School Dean Dr. Karen DePauw and graduate students at a free lunch. Learn about the latest in graduate education and share your perspectives in a casual setting. You must register at the following link if you plan on attending: Register Here.

What to Do When a Reporter Calls. This workshop provides helpful tips for researchers whose work gets the attention of the media. What do you do when a reporter calls? How do you organize your thoughts and materials? What are useful strategies for getting your message across clearly? What input do you have between your interview and the story's appearance? This workshop will help you help journalists to tell your story accurately and engagingly. Open to graduate students and faculty.…

Interviewing Skills When: Thursday, February 1; 4:15-5:15pm Where: Graduate Life Center, Room F Be prepared for initial screening interviews as well as on-site interviews. This seminar addresses interviewing basics, employer expectations, and insights into behavioral interviews. Sponsored by Career and Professional Development. You must register at the following link if you plan on attending: Register Here

VT KnowledgeWorks Startup Chatup Join us for a lively, informal group chat about your entrepreneurial aspirations with VT KnowledgeWorks' Executive Director Jim Flowers. Startup Chatup @ Tillerman Coffee Co. is located in the VTCRC at 1341 Research Center Drive, Suite 1100, Blacksburg, VA 24060. Location: Tillerman Coffee Co. For more information and to register, please click here.