VCU's School of Nursing will host a lecture by James Pressler of Siemens Healthineers. Delve into the dynamic landscape of health care and explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping health care. From predictive analytics and natural language processing to clinical decision support systems and personalized medicine, AI solutions are revolutionizing patient care, clinical decision-making and operational efficiency. Attend the event in person (Room 1013, VCU School of Nursing, 1100 E. Leigh St.) or via Zoom. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Caitlin Hanbury at cshanbury@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/vcuson/detail/95/1713276000000.

Are you fascinated by creating solutions to complex problems? Have you always wanted to start a business or nonprofit? Learn about the da Vinci Center's undergraduate certificates and programs in Product Innovation and Venture Creation. Classes about human-centered design and how they fit into individual academic plans will also be discussed. Register for the virtual session at https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Undergrad-Q&A-April-16 For more information, contact Mary Chris Escobar at escobarmc@vcu.edu or visit https://davincicenter.vcu.edu/news--events/.

The VCU and VCU Health communities are invited to attend the 2024 Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment. This year’s recipients are Shawn Utsey, Ph.D. (Academic and Administrative Leadership); Kim Case, Ph.D. (Faculty Award); Christina Davis (Staff Award); and Austin Ezzard and Ka’Lyn Coghill (Tristen Sloane Student Award) The Riese-Melton Award recipient will be announced at the ceremony. Loren Melton Glasper, granddaughter of Herman D. Melton Sr., will present the Riese-Melton Award. The event will be held in the Richmond Salons, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL. For more information, contact Corey Martin at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/AC5raf5DoMu7jKRo8.

Join Division of Student Affairs (University Counseling) Survivor Support Services to speak out against sexual assault. This will be an event of hope, support and solidarity and all are welcome. Resources, music, free food (while supplies last) and a special appearance by Rodney the Ram will be available. The event will be at the Rams Horns, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Registration is required. Register at https://cglink.me/2dV/r1932472 For more information, contact Tameika McCoy, program coordinator, at myoptions@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://survivorsupport.vcu.edu/.

VCU's Division of Inclusive Excellence will host a webinar led by Amer F. Ahmed, Ed. D., University of Vermont, an organizational strategist and co-founder of Equip Inclusive. He will explore Muslim identity and offer strategies to combat Islamophobia and anti-Arab discrimination. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Brooke Berry at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcoceyhqzksH9ZUKDBfFN289i1_kmzAN_sW#/registration.

Have you thought lately about your financial future? Whether you’re planning for retirement, seeking a second career or looking to spend your later years traveling the world, it’s never too early to begin saving for your future self. Join VCU HR and Virginia Credit Union (VACU) for this virtual financial well-being session. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3ISD0Ph For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

The Division of Inclusive Excellence webinar led by the Academic Engagement Network, seeks to mobilize the VCU community to counter antisemitism through education and civil discourse. The webinar will focus on educating and promoting awareness about Jewish identity and antisemitism. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Brooke Berry at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkcOqqrzosGdEXAaL3QwHAY7vMLWZ5Stp6#/registration.

Participants will develop a shared understanding of wellness from an individual and organizational perspective. This presentation will feature a discussion of wellness and mental health in the context of the workplace and a DEI framework. Individual and organizational supports needed to build a community of wellness and support positive mental health will also be discussed. The meeting will be in person (Learning Center of the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, 1201 E. Marshall St.) and via Zoom. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Ashli Phillips at ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/11489808.

The WISDM faculty organization will host an afternoon of networking and professional development through enhancement of leadership skills. The theme, "Breaking Barriers: A New Perspective on the Workplace," will focus on identifying barriers, breaking free of gendered expectations at work, challenges in advancing from associate to full professor, NIH's efforts in empowering inclusive excellence for women in STEMM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine), how to recognize if you are the barrier and how to enhance your visibility at work. The session will be at the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at hedstromj@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=33046.

In recognition of Minority Health Month, the VCU School of Medicine's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host a presentation via Zoom by Arnethea Sutton, Ph.D. The talk will apply an equity lens to inform listeners of the current state of cancer prevention and control and to discuss ongoing and needed efforts to reduce disparities therein. This event is open to all faculty, staff, team members and students. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Ashli Phillips at ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/12207686.

VCU's Center for Corporate Education is offering a 10 percent discount on the upcoming Lean Six Sigma Black Belt course for VCU faculty and staff. The four-day program is in-person at VCU Business, helping participants learn how to increase efficiency and reduce waste while also earning their Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification. To register, visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=ed669d75-8277-42a4-ae85-590d185bbea6&cdct=1 and use the code “cce_nonprofits_rock!” For more information, contact Joseph Arton, Ph.D., at artonj@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/center-for-corporate-education/.