Join a Discovery Dialogues seminar via Zoom hosted by VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research with Cory Trankle, M.D., assistant professor, cardiology. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcu6gqD0sGd2NxcvcRrjPgmlOBxx6mVu6 For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu,edu or visit http://www.cctr.vcu.edu.

Join VCU Alumni to pack birthday kits and write birthday cards for children in the community so no child has to go without a special celebration. The event will be at 908 Oliver Hill Way. Sign up at the following URL. For more information, contact Kendra Robinson, regional programs and volunteer engagement, at robinsonkm10@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0311 or visit https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/rvabdaykits.

Open to undergraduate and graduate students in all disciplines, the Boren Awards fund up to $25,000 for students to study a critical language abroad. Register at the following URL The Zoom link will be emailed to all participants the morning of the session. For more information, contact Meredith Sisson, Ph.D., at mrsisson@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBcJz0V03fgRw0hJUkZ0diIbZppCmTpFUvsCFSOzXDKpjCJw/viewform.

The Gaither Junior Fellows Program offers graduating seniors and recent graduates the chance to provide high-level research at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. The session will be held in person (NSO conference room, Room 1210, 701 W. Grace St.) and via Zoom. A link will be emailed to participants the morning of the session. For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdROsViz8EL8XaxsZHl_sqLFUrb05Y5eH4YM6UgR9mC183y4Q/viewform.

Multiple class sessions: Oct. 15 (Tuesday), 16 (Wednesday) and 17 (Thursday). This workshop considers common misconceptions around DEI work and ways to approach it with more vigor and authenticity. Participants will come away with strategies for making their DEI work more clear and compelling for a wider group of participants. Choose a date and register at the following URL. For more information, contact Tre Straughter at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqd-yorjIvE9ZaxNirLuVObT0JM-zsmKR3#/registration.

VCU Common Book Program and VCU’s Project Gabriel will host a panel discussion to explore the intersection of DEI and reparative justice. This event, to be held in Room 202, STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St., will examine how efforts to address racial injustice have impacted historically marginalized communities, both within academia and beyond. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Stephanie Rizzi at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/RQ6WRaiBKaKAAArWA.

Register to vote at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., by Tuesday, Oct. 15. Time is running out to register. Swing by the Pace Center to fill out your voter registration, receive a sample ballot and learn your polling location. Pace will host a voter drive each weekday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. until Oct. 15. For more information, contact Jean Linnell at operations@thepacecenter.com or (804) 658-4064 or visit http://www.thepacecenter.com.

Learn about graduate programs in health care leadership (Master of Health Administration and Master of Science in Health Administration) at the Department of Health Administration's virtual informational session. The discussion will include the program's mission, curriculum, administrative residency (MHA) and the application process for both programs. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSekZHdPkFwhFOtluQojc_SJaX0r9NrQ6Dn5KNYaQOfQTekn5w/viewform.

Interested in helping others in one of the top 20 fastest-growing careers? Join a virtual informational session to learn about the VCU School of Education’s Counselor Education program, which offers concentrations in school counseling, college counseling and student affairs as well as couples and family counseling. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Brandon Norris at norrisbs@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/MEdFall24coun.

VCU's Office of the University Ombudsperson will sponsor the 11th annual National Conflict Resolution Day event. "Roadmap to Peace" is this year's national theme. The purpose of the event is to promote and encourage peaceful conflict management and resolution practices throughout the three campuses. The event, at the Court End Ballroom, Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St., will feature a keynote address from nationally known conflict resolution practitioners, strategies for managing conflict and an interactive dialogue with those in attendance. RSVP at the following link. For more information, contact Michele Murray at mmurray2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/yMoWPmX5u1f48U2x5.

Are you interested in working with other students across different disciplines? Are you fascinated by creating solutions to complex problems? Have you always wanted to start a business or nonprofit? Attend a virtual informational session to learn about undergraduate certificates at VCU's daVinci Center. The session will also include the center's programs in product innovation and venture creation, as well as classes in human-centered design and how they fit into individual academic plans. Questions: Mary Chris Escobar at escobarmc@vcu.edu or the following email address. For more information, contact Caslin Applewhite at applewhiteec@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Undergrad-Info-Oct-18.

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center welcomes Brian Rivers, Ph.D., M.P.H., Director of the Cancer Health Equity Institute at the Morehouse School of Medicine, for a Facts and Faith Fridays webinar via Zoom. Gain insight into the factors driving health disparities as they relate to the 2024 American Association for Cancer Research Cancer Disparities Progress Report. Rivers will also share updates from the National Advisory Council on Minority Health. Register for the link at the following URL. For more information, contact the Rev. Rachel Pierce at piercer2@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIodO2pqjooHtK8Nyx0bJscDjIDX08wyxmT#/registration.

VCU's Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation and the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host via Zoom the 2024 Postdoc Grant Academy. The six-part series is designed to guide postdocs through the process of finding, applying for and securing research funding. Each session will feature expert speakers, panels of successful applicants and valuable resources to support your grant writing journey. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Mary Strawderman at OVPRIRD@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/KBKLxbnGhzuA1W7XA.

The goal of this virtual presentation, brought to you by VCU HR and Genuine Wealth Solutions, is to cover tax planning and investment strategy and to identify risks and opportunities to conclude 2024 financially confident. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4dgso9H For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/employee-events/.