The federal student loan program has experienced many changes in the last few years. This session, brought to you by VCU HR and VCU Financial Wellness, will highlight some of those changes that might impact your situation, along with a deep dive into the program, including qualifying repayment plans, employer certification and consolidation options that could impact your payment count. Make sure you’re on track to have your student loans forgiven. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3TOk2Q9 For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Learn to map your research writing in a cohesive, manageable step-by-step process. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Roanoke City Public Schools will host a tabling event in the first floor of the Education Wing of Oliver Hall, 1001 W. Main St. Discover career opportunities for students across majors (education, business, technology and more). Swag will be available. For more information, contact Orina Chen at cheno2@vcu.edu or (540) 209-1465.

Understanding childhood development is critical to supporting young children with disabilities. Learn more about how to be the change in a child's life today. The School of Education's early childhood concentration prepares individuals to work with families and young children, from birth through age 5, with and at risk for developmental disabilities. Using a hybrid of online and face-to-face formats, the program is learner-centered, innovative and collaborative. For more information, contact Brandon Norris at norrisbs@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/SPEarly24.

Join Richmond Youth Development Network for morning tai chi at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. This introductory class is intended for anyone interested in starting their day by destressing and connecting to their bodies and breath through slow, soft and rooted movement. The class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays through May 2. Register at the following email address. For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/138/1712664000000.

Learn how to use the tools you need to write your best statement. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Roy Sabo, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Biostatistics, will lead a discussion at a lunch research seminar via Zoom hosted by the VCU C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Questions: http://www.cctr.vcu.edu Register 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/tZEvf-ytqD8iGd1SbZMNIPg-2QJimTME2OIW.

Discover the depth of the human spirit through the presentation of "Anchors of the Soul: A Celebration of Black Composers” and “Soul Searching" by VCU's choirs. Experience a soulful exploration of music that touches the heart and resonates with the soul, featuring performances by the Vox Concordia, Black Awakening Gospel Choir and Commonwealth Singers. The event will be held in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall, W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. All students with VCU ID will be admitted for $5. General admission is $10. For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/94056788/spring-choral-concert-richmond-sonia-vlahcevic-concert-hallsingleton-center-for-the-performing-arts.

Are you curious about what VCU looks like during the summer? Have you considered taking a class to get ahead but aren't sure what it would look like? Come to the summer resource fair at the Compass. Departments from all over campus will show that the university does not shut down over the summer. Free ice cream (first come, first served) will be available.) For more information, contact Mallory Mackie at mackiem2@vcu.edu or visit http://summer.vcu.edu.

RecWell’s Mindful Ambassador Program aims to identify students, faculty, and staff who are interested in creating a mindful revolution and healthier campus community. Participants will learn about various types of meditation, belly breathing, mindful posture and special considerations for leading meditation with others. Those who complete the workshop will receive additional resources to lead meditation in the community along with a campus leadership sticker. No registration is necessary. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/85690700369 For more information, contact Starr Robinson at robinsonsn@vcu.edu.

Have a passion for children? Want a high-impact career? Want to champion social justice? Fuel dreams? Dedicate your life to making a difference while getting a fully paid degree? RTR Teacher Residency is for you. RTR is a teacher residency program in the VCU School of Education that equips passionate future teachers with the tools to teach for change. Questions: http://teachrtr.org RSVP at the following URL. For more information, contact Sabrina Evans at evanssl4@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/RTRAPPApril.

Equality VCU, an advocacy and networking organization for LGBTQIA+ and ally faculty/staff, will hold a morning coffee meet-up at Blanchard's Coffee, 26 N. Morris St. Drop in as your schedule permits and get to know other faculty and staff. For more information, contact Josh Leidy at leidyjw@vcu.edu.

Kevin Harris, Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and various Department DEI Leaders will cohost a series of discussions with colleagues/learners to come to a common understanding of what DEIB is and how it functions within VCU's work, academic and clinical environments. 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/11489678.

The Big Event at VCU is a one-day, student-run service project where Rams come together to thank the residents of Richmond. VCU SGA will provide leadership to help complete service projects such as yard work and painting. The event will kick off in Room 1030J, West Grace North Residence Hall, 830 W. Grace St. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Lisa Cooper at lcooper4@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1932435.