The document discusses supporting graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) as they transition from students to teaching professionals. It recognizes that GTAs have multiple roles and responsibilities as both learners and instructors. The document outlines some of the challenges GTAs face in navigating these roles, such as balancing coursework with teaching duties. It then presents strategies for institutions to help GTAs in this transition, such as providing training resources, meeting GTAs where they are, and focusing on mentorship. The case study of Virginia Tech describes their programs for supporting GTAs through resources, conversations, and collaboration with academic departments.