This 30-minute class will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups as well. This class brought to you by VCU HR and VCU RecWell. Register in Talent@VCU or at http://bit.ly/3Ie2FBi For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/.

VCU's Office of the President is recruiting students to participate in the Presidential Student Ambassadors Program, which is dedicated to encouraging student volunteering skills, professional development and understanding of university-wide operations. Visit an informational session to hear from current Presidential Student Ambassadors and Office of the President Student Interns in Virginia Room A, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Apply at the following URL. For more information, contact Oscar Kemp at psambassadors@vcu.edu or (434) 250-5045 or visit https://psambassadors.wixsite.com/vcupsa.

Diplomat Jessica Border of the UK Embassy and VCU Global Education Office staff will present an informal informational session on opportunities to study in the UK, including study abroad opportunities, graduate degree programs and scholarships. Questions: Visit https://global.vcu.edu/abroad/ The talk will be in-person (SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons 907 Floyd Ave.) and via Zoom. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. For more information, contact Stephanie Tignor at davenportse@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/81327860156.

The VCU College of Humanities and Sciences Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee will sponsor this year's IDEC Speaker, Blu Buchannan, Ph.D., UNC Ashville, who will explore the Black trans experience. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. For more information, contact Shawn Jones at scjones4@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CkGLB0BsTHCnyYv6MPD-tw.

Four diplomats from the UK embassy will present a roundtable discussion facilitated by VCU's School of World Studies. Diplomats scheduled to participate include Molly Gosling, Second Secretary of Emerging Technology and Ministry of Defence; Phil Dickinson, Second Secretary Political; Sam Heath, UK Spokesperson to the US and Head of Communications and John Moffat, Counsellor of the British Defence Staff Defence Policy and Nuclear. Topics of discussion may include Brexit, Ukraine-Russia, Israel-Palestine, NATO. The event will be in Room 1107. Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. For more information, contact Bernardo Piciche at bpiciche@vcu.edu or visit https://worldstudies.vcu.edu/.

John Biewen, who directs the audio program at the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University and produces and hosts the podcast "Scene on Radio," will host a clinic at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. He is co-editor of the book, "Reality Radio: Telling True Stories in Sound." RSVP at the following URL. For more information, contact Natalie Hale at halene@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/events/media-center-clinic-john-biewen/.

Chris Lemmon, Ph.D., professor and associate chair, Biomedical Engineering, will discuss the National Science Foundation’s application and review process. The event is part of the Grant Writing Workshop Series sponsored by VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Questions: Contact http://www.cctr.vcu.edu Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu,edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvdumpqj4pE9APifd8BQgJOPYswZtDVYX4.

Specific areas of gerontological expertise are in high demand within a variety of professions, and this need will continue to grow - quickly. Learn about the field of gerontology and why VCU Gerontology is the top choice for anyone looking to join this field or enhance their career. VCU employees: Tuition waiver is a benefit of VCU employment that you should not squander. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. For more information, contact Catherine S. MacDonald at macdonaldcs@vcu.edu or (571) 484-4511 or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuc-iqrjojGtDnX3sJ784K8s163ZkVy1pZ#/registration.

Lions and tigers and …. taxes? Oh my! Join The Money Spot peer coaches and their adviser for a discussion about taxes and how they can affect your financial decision-making processes. The session will be held in Virginia Room A, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. For more information, contact Amy Pridemore at pridemorea@vcu.edu.

The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative is hosting Meet Up to Start Up in the Collaboration Hub of the Engineering Research Building, 401 W. Main St. This event will connect aspiring entrepreneurs with leading Virginia investors. The event is free, but registration is required. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Jen Allen at jallen25@vcu.edu or visit https://cyberinitiative.org/innovation/meet-up-to-startup.html.

The theme of the symposium will be redefining professionalism to foster positive learning environments. The event will include an exploration of how professionalism is being studied and taught with faculty, students and staff from across the MCV campus. The event will be sponsored by the VCU Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy and the College of Health Professions. The event will be held at the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Questions: https://go.vcu.edu/vcuhses. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Stacey Wahl at swahl@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/9537564.

Join RecWell for a guided meditation to celebrate VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs Women's HerStory Month. This is a special, 30-minute meditation focusing on femme empowerment, self-compassion and/or positive affirmations. All are welcome to attend and this meditation will be suitable for all levels of practice. Register for the Zoom link on RamsConnect or at the following URL. For more information, contact Mia Liadis at liadisa@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927695.

VCUarts, the Global Education Office, mOb Studio and the Latinx Student Association will present a screening of the film “Women Weaving Our Culture” at the University Student Commons Theater, 907 Floyd Ave. Director Margarita Quiroz Ruiz “Lita” will have a Q&A about the film, a talk about indigenous film, self-representation, Mixteca design from Oaxaca and collective making. For more information, contact Diana Caramat at caramatdl@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4720 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/artsstudents/2023/03/16/margarita-quiroz-ruiz-screening-women-weaving-our-culture/.

VCUarts, the Global Education Office and mOb Studio will present a collective making event. Join Margarita Quiroz Ruiz “Lita” for an afternoon of collective making and conversation. Learn ancestral textile craft techniques from Oaxaca. The event will be at mOb studio, 205 E. Broad St. For more information, contact Diana Caramat at caramatdl@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4720 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/artsstudents/2023/03/16/margarita-quiroz-ruiz-collective-making-event/.

Join team members from Capital One and the VCU da Vinci Center for a networking event designed to help student entrepreneurs at VCU. Capital One supports student innovation and entrepreneurship by being the title sponsor for VCU Demo Day 2023 as well as sponsoring all Spring 2023 Shelfies at Shift Retail Lab. Feedback Friday is designed as a roundtable discussion with peers, community members and staff. Snacks and beverages will be provided. The event will be at the lab, 1235 W. Broad St. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Tyrone Frye at fryetl@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Feedback-Mar24.

Amendment Art and Literary Journal is holding a release event to celebrate its 2022 journal. The event will be at Park Plaza (between Hibbs Hall and the Singleton Center). Come for free food, copies of the journal and to hear live literature readings and a short panel discussion from contributors. For more information, contact Syd Lewin at lewinse@vcu.edu.

The VCU Humphrey Fellowship Program will host its annual symposium at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, 1651 E. Parham Road. This will be a hybrid symposium with options to join virtually or in person with limited seating. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Heather Ashton at ashtonhr@vcu.edu or visit https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/817d7b3df7084ade9b067bf9a7ee805c.

UNICEF @ VCU is partnering with Faith Leaders of RVA for a community walk on Halifax Avenue. After the recent shootings on Halifax and Stockton, members of the group will knock on doors and offer prayers and resources to those going through this trauma. Volunteers are needed. Join a planning chat at the following URL for details. For more information, contact Rohan Rathi at rathir2@vcu.edu or (757) 754-0460 or visit http://bit.ly/3XVdrSL.