In partnership with the Graduate School and Graduate School Assembly, we will be hosting the 7th Annual Little Hokie Hand Me Down on November 11th and 12th in Graduate Life Center Multi-Purpose Room. This program is designed to benefit Virginia Tech graduate students and families. We will be collecting unused/gently used children's items for parents and children ages 0 to 10.

We will be accepting donations starting October 12th until November 6th. The following items can be dropped off on the VT Women's Center porch.

  • Toys (including music and DVDs,) books
  • Gently used clothing (baby and maternity)
  • Formula (that is not expired)
  • Medical supplies (breast pumps, lactation devices)
  • Strollers, unexpired car seats, school supplies
  • Bedding (for cribs and moms!)
  • Bathing and grooming supplies (bathers, unopened/unused creams, lotions, powders)
  • Feeding supplies (bibs, baby bottles, food warmers)
  • Baby gear (activity gyms, bassinets, play mats, baby carriers, swings)
  • Diapers

In order to maintain the safety of those handling the items, we ask that any donations be completely boxed or contained in plastic bags.

For more information, contact Jessie Meltsner.
Juggling Work and Children During Covid-19
The next caregiver check-in will take place on October 9th at 12pm.

These check-ins are an opportunity for VT employees who are caregivers of children, teens, aging parents and/or family members to connect with one another around managing the demands of working and caregiving during these times of COVID-19 disruption. 

These are intended to be open discussions to share current information and resources, as well as to support one another. Join the discussion here.
National Voter Education Week
For National Voter Education week, check out our most recent podcast episode Civic Engagement 101.

In this episode, we explore a variety of civic engagement components. Dr. Caitlin Jewitt, an Assistant Professor of Political Science, offers insight into the electoral process as well as ways in which voter suppression occurs. We are also joined by Jes Davis from VT Engage, who shares the importance of the student voice and how voters can cast their ballot this fall.

Listen here.
Upcoming Events
Apply to be a Resident Advisor, House Supervisor, or Isolation Assistant! Applications can be found on the StarRez portal and are due at 11:59pm on October 22 2020. Questions should be directed to VTRA@vt.edu
Stay connected!