VCU Center for Rehabilitation Science and Engineering will present the Rehabilitation Research Grand Rounds via Zoom. Robert Perera, Ph.D., will discuss effective strategies for designing clinical trials. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Joshua Hahn at hahnj2@vcu.edu or visit https://pmr.vcu.edu/research/cerse-grand-rounds/.

Join the Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation seminar with Elvin Price, Pharm.D., Ph.D., VCU School of Pharmacy, who will discuss "Navigating the Challenges of Pharmacogenomics Implementation in Clinical Practice." The seminar will be held in VCU School of Pharmacy, Room 545, Robert Blackwell Smith Building, 410 North 12th St. and will also be available via Zoom. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Sydney Weber at cppi@vcu.edu or visit https://cppi.pharmacy.vcu.edu/seminars/.

VCU's Department of Craft/Material Studies will present a visiting artist lecture by alumnus Grace Whiteside (BFA '17) in the Murry N. DePillars Building, second-floor critique room 238, 1000 W. Broad St. Whiteside is an interdisciplinary artist who works between glass, performance and video art. Whiteside sifts through experimental theater works and animated sculptures, highlighting the ambiguity of glass’s queer molecular structure that fluctuates between solid and liquid states. For more information, contact Emmy Garcia at garciaem2@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/grace-whiteside-visiting-artist-lecture/.

Join University Counseling Survivor Support services for the screening of a short sci-fi film about ignoring the warning signs of the lesser known recognized forms of abuse among college students. The film will be shown in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. A student-focused Q&A discussion will follow. Snacks will be provided. Click this link for a sneak preview https://vimeo.com/781639190?share=copy. Register at https://cglink.me/2dV/r1934702. For more information, contact Tameika McCoy at tmccoy5@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://survivorsupport.vcu.edu/.

Come to the SHIFT Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St., for an evening of insights and collaboration - where you will have the chance to shape the future of emergency care for patients, providers and health care systems. RSVP by Friday, Oct. 18 at the following URL. Questions: Manjari Kumarappan at kumarappanma@vcu.edu or Caslin Applewhite at the following email address. For more information, contact Caslin Applewhite at applewhiteec@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=76d2fbc1-e494-4cfe-9e05-781faa1abe4a.

This session will cover the history, science and importance of vaccinations in fighting preventable diseases and maintaining public health. Experts from the Institute for Public Health Innovation (including Tracker the dog!) will answer questions about immunizations. The event will be in the VCU Medical Center Health and Wellness Library, Gateway Building, Ground Floor, Room G-112, 1200 E. Marshall St. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/12873959.

Unleash your creative potential by mastering the principles of design thinking. Emphasis is increasing on skills such as problem-solving, adaptability and empathy in current as well as future job roles. Through this immersive workshop, participants will be introduced to the six foundational steps in the design thinking process: defining How Might We challenges, seeking extremes, creating options, selecting ideas, prototyping and feedback. The session will be at the SHIFT Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Jason Vest at vestjr@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Design-Thinking-Oct-23.

Learn more about VCU's doctoral program in Health Services Organization and Research at a virtual informational session. Meet with program faculty and learn about admissions and funding. RSVP at the following URL. For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/FJPPUcSo1QzpLQag7.

Rams Aging and Engaging is a VCU student organization partnering with Richmond Aging and Engaging to raise funds for enrichment activities for low-income older adults. Join the general body meeting to learn about upcoming fundraising events and how you can work with the Richmond community. Food will be provided. The meeting will be held at the Honors College, 701 W. Grace St. For more information, contact Rhea Chatterjee at chatterjeer2@vcu.edu or (703) 814-3594.

The Office of the Provost will host an in-person open forum to discuss the Promotion and Tenure task force reports. During this open forum, which will be in Richmond Salons I-II, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., faculty will have an opportunity to provide input and insights on the final P&T reports submitted by the task force committees. Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8X2FCxhPelP_xqTQ2YXrWeCz3UiX6qW93fnS8pwTO-0LZAw/viewform For more information, contact LaToya Blizzard at lblizzard@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6162 or visit https://faculty.provost.vcu.edu/task-forces--committees/promotion-and-tenure-task-force/promotion-and-tenure-task-force-reports/.

Discover the latest technology tips and tricks while filling your bag with treats. Join the university's Technology Services for the annual VCU Tech Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 30 (Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.) and Thursday, Oct. 31 (Court End Ballroom, Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St.). This free event is open to all students, faculty and staff. No registration is required. Pick up tech tips, tricks and treats from university IT staff. Don’t miss this chance to connect with the VCU tech community and enjoy some Halloween fun. For more information, contact Technology Services at tsengage@vcu.edu or visit https://techfair.vcu.edu/.

Naomi Hodge-Muse, working with Christopher A. Brooks, Ph.D., recounts stories from her family history, starting with her great-great-grandmother, Amy, through her extended family and their rural life. This family story represents a microcosm of the African American experience in southern Virginia from the mid-19th century to the present. The event will be in the Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), Room 1102, 1000 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL. For more information, contact Christopher A. Brooks at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/PXpnc9AiR9AP3mkK8.

In order to ensure that faculty members have an additional opportunity to provide input and insights on the Assessing Teaching Effectiveness Committee Report, a second forum (virtual) will be hosted by the Office of the Provost. Access to the report and optional feedback forms are available on the Faculty Affairs website. Those who wish to participate will receive a Zoom link immediately after registering. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Jordyn Richardson at richardsonj9@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/o17JQq4VwnoJYBTk7.

Join community members, organizations and VCU faculty, staff, students and alumni for a day of learning, networking and skill-building. Connect 2024 offers insights into community approaches to health equity and features interactive design activities to inspire future collaborations that address community needs. The event will be in James Branch Cabell Library, Room 303, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Shari Garmise at garmiseso@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/E1kHN95pQLmDoevv6.

The Office of the Provost - Faculty Affairs will hold the second annual conference for associate professors (term and tenured) in the lecture hall, Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. This conference serves as a professional development opportunity and will include a keynote, a panel session and the possibility for faculty to network. While this annual event targets associate professors, all faculty, chairs, associate deans and deans are welcome to attend and participate. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://faculty.provost.vcu.edu/professional-development/conferences/associate-professor-conference/ .