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Study Abroad in Ghana, Summer 2023, Informational Session
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Add to calendar https://forms.gle/PjZbCtSnRedF8qwF8 08-12-2022 10:00:00 08-12-2022 11:00:00 15 Study Abroad in Ghana, Summer 2023, Informational Session Learn more about a study abroad opportunity to Ghana, West Africa in Summer 2023 at an informational session hosted by VCU's School of Social Work. The trip will include walking tours, visits to historic sites, cultural shows, lectures and discussions. The informational session will be held in Room 4100, fourth floor, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL. Study Abroad in Ghana, Summer 2023, Informational Session Nicole Corley NCorley@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY
Learn more about a study abroad opportunity to Ghana, West Africa in Summer 2023 at an informational session hosted by VCU's School of Social Work. The trip will include walking tours, visits to historic sites, cultural shows, lectures and discussions. The informational session will be held in Room 4100, fourth floor, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Nicole Corley at NCorley@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/PjZbCtSnRedF8qwF8.
PHEs Present Mindful Finals: Gratitude Cards
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Join the Peer Health Educators in the Health Sciences Library, 509 N. 12th St., to learn how gratitude can improve well-being. Kick off the season of giving by making your own gratitude card for yourself, your professors, coworkers or loved ones. A masseuse from RecWell will also offer chair massages on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, contact Emily Tompkins at peerhealth@vcu.edu or visit http://recwell.vcu.edu.
Dogs on Call 2023 Calendars for Sale
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Purchase a 2023 Dogs on Call calendar and support the therapy dog teams who visit patients and staff at VCU Health, and students at VCU. The calendars are $12 (cash or credit) when purchased in-person. They will be available at the MCV Campus, Main Hospital, 1250 E. Marshall St., First Floor, kiosk. Sales will take place on Thursday, Dec. 8 and Friday, Dec. 16 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (while supplies last). Online orders are $14 and can be placed at: https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/CHAI_Calendar
For more information, contact Center for Human-Animal Interaction at CHAI@VCUHealth.org or (804) 628-2532 or visit https://chai.vcu.edu/.
Shift Retail Lab Magazine Launch
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Join the da Vinci Center at Shift Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St., to celebrate the launch of the inaugural Shift Retail Lab Magazine, created by students in the Shift Innovation 591 class. RSVP at the following URL.
For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://www.paperlesspost.com/go/k6V56BZIjd9Pl3cLAr01K.
Notices
Certificate in Clinical Research Program
VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research actively supports clinical research professionals entering the work force or transitioning career paths with the Certificate in Clinical Research. The program prepares students for first-time entry or transition into the field of clinical research and provides professional development for current clinical, allied health and research professionals. Spring 2023 applications are due by Friday, Dec. 30 at the following URL.
For more information, contact Catherine Brown at crbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/education-and-training/certificate-program/.
Winter Wishes Initiative From the OB MOTIVATE Clinic at VCU Health
Celebrate the mothers of the OB MOTIVATE Clinic at VCU Health by donating to the Winter Wishes fund, which was created to provide holiday gifts for the mothers and their babies. Donations may be made at the following URL.
For more information, contact the Clinical Coordinator of OB MOTIVATE at culbertml@vcu.edu or (804) 314-5651 or visit https://give.chfrichmond.org/campaign/motivate-clinic-2022/c417408.
F.O.O.D. Study Seeks Black Students To Participate in an Online Study
The Furthering Our Understanding Of Diet study invites Black students to participate in one of two online surveys that seek to understand factors influencing their food choices. Students may participate in either of the two surveys. Study 1 takes 20-25 minutes to complete and Study 2 takes 30-35 minutes to complete. Students who complete the study will have a 33 percent chance of winning 1 of 66 Amazon e-gift cards for $15. To participate: visit the following URL.
For more information, contact Danyel Smith at smithdi@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/23ayd8fd.
Black Love Safe Love
This is a research study aiming to receive feedback on a sexual health intervention designed for couples. To be eligible to participate, you have to identity as Black or African American and be 18 to 35 years of age. The study requires participation in a 120-minute session and completion of a questionnaire. Amazon gift card compensation is available. Participation in this research study is voluntary. Email the following address to participate.
For more information, contact Kristina Hood, Ph.D., at progresslab@vcu.edu or visit https://progress.vcu.edu.
Empower a Healthier You
Do you feel as if things keep getting in the way of your goals for a healthier lifestyle? You’re not alone. Many young women find it challenging to be active and maintain a balanced diet. If you’re interested in support for meeting your goals for weight loss and healthy living, check out Ready SET Health — a free program designed especially for young women by researchers at the VCU School of Medicine.
For more information, contact Morgan Meyer at morgan.meyer@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-2250 or visit http://www.readysethealthvcu.com.
Are You Stressed? Participate in a Stress Reduction Study
The VCU Wellbeing Lab invites you to participate in a research study on two stress reduction programs for undergraduate students. VCU investigators seek to understand how two online stress reduction programs affect students’ mood and stress-related behavior. Compensation is available. Sign up before Feb. 1, 2023.
For more information, contact Polina Beloborodova at vcu.stress.reduction@gmail.com or (804) 215-6196 or visit https://beloborodp.wixsite.com/stressreduction.