12 p.m.

This hands-on workshop, hosted by LEDstudio, will show you how to use the power of storytelling to build deeper connections and help students better understand your course content. You’ll leave with practical steps for incorporating narrative elements into your courses, regardless of subject area. Register for the Zoom course at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/NiZ7v_0eSnmRUWEua0Y-nA#/registration.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Looking for a group that provides you the space to connect with others, nature and improve your health? The Health Hub hosts walks in Church Hill each Wednesday. Walks begin and end at the Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Each walk goes through a different part of the neighborhood.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu.

2 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will host a workshop via Zoom. The session will serve as a guide to finding, reading, evaluating and incorporating academic sources into your work. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

3 p.m.

The Emerging Researchers Academy and VCU Writing Center will present a workshop via Zoom. This workshop will include a discussion about how to develop and maintain your unique voice in the age of AI. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This spring, the Central Virginia Legal Aid Society MLP at the Health Hub is offering free legal education and planning programs to support community members’ health, stability and peace of mind. Join them at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A to learn all about the Basics of Life Planning! Open to ages 18+.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.du.

Thursday, Mar. 5, 2026 at noon

This virtual panel will feature five tenured faculty members who will share how they have leveraged community-engaged teaching, research and partnerships into peer-recognized scholarship. The session will include small breakout conversations in which those who attend can learn from one another and share experiences. The event will be hosted by the Division of Community Engagement in partnership with Faculty Affairs in the Office of the Provost. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMmr86AExgSwx3alK90cfJUEekl6kcxc4pApl-OF_bqmnwVw/viewform?usp=header.

Thursday, Mar. 5, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join A New Way of Life, held every Thursday. This program is a weekly Alcoholics Anonymous meeting that provides a supportive and confidential environment. Everyone is welcome regardless of background or length of sobriety. Meetings are held at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Mar. 5, 2026 at noon

Join VCU HR and Virginia Credit Union for this virtual financial seminar that will help define and align personal values to the financial choices you make every day. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3OJIhyQ

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/employee-events/.

Thursday, Mar. 5, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and the VCU Health Sciences Library will present a lunch research seminar via Zoom. Nina Exner, Ph.D., Research Data Librarian, will review NIH's new mandate to use SciENcv for creating and certifying biosketches and other support documents, including key changes, ORCID integration and practical steps to create compliant documents for upcoming NIH submissions. Register via Zoom at the attached link.

For more information, contact Pamela M. Dillon, PharmD at pmdillon@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/DaVlb0a5QEqFKsWgArjJoA#/registration.

Friday, Mar. 6, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Join VCU's Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) internal funding team on Zoom for an open office session. Representatives from the office will answer any questions you or your team might have regarding the VCU Breakthroughs Fund Request for Applications (RFA). Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Gianna DeMarco at demarcogb@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eV59EoA4Q6WrAuXHAbv0Vg.

Monday, Mar. 9, 2026 at 10 a.m.

There’s much to consider in deciding when to take Social Security benefits. Join VCU HR and Fidelity to understand the key claiming ages and how your benefit is calculated so you can feel confident about your decision. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4tWHevD

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Tuesday, Mar. 10, 2026 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Ready to turn your creativity into a career? Whether you dream of crafting big ideas or leading brands, Brandcenter is where it all begins. Register and join on Zoom for an informationnal session to learn more about the Brandcenter at VCU, which combines the best of portfolio schools with the best of academic programs. Brandcenter's in-person open house allows prospective students to tour the center's spaces and classrooms, meet the world-class faculty and speak with current students about life at the Brandcenter and recent projects. Register at https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/info-session-march-2026?utm_source=TelegRam

For more information, contact Emma Barone at baronee2@vcu.edu or visit https://brandcenter.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026 at noon

VCU's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs will hold a graduate programs virtual informational session via Zoom for VCU employees. An overview of the school's flexible graduate programs, a review of the employee tuition benefit and an alumni panel will be presented. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at losapior@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0364 or visit https://bit.ly/ws4vcuspring2026.

Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026 at noon

Learn more about the flexibility of VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide an overview of program formats (which include online, on-campus, or a blend of both), curriculum and the admissions process. No registration is required – join via the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Evan Torpy at torpyec@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/86224856264.

Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Free classes will be held Wednesday, March 11 from 9-11 a.m. and Wednesday, March 25 from 10 a.m.-noon. The course is designed to teach community members how to render aid to themselves and others during a bleeding emergency. The March 11 course will be in Room 2105, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. The March 25 class will be in Room B024, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. Registration is free and can be completed by selecting the course on the Center for Trauma and Critical Care Education (CTCCE) training calendar at the following URL. The March 11 course code is RAMSstb. The March 25 course code is RAMSstb.

For more information, contact Matthew Majid at MajidM@vcu.edu or visit https://reg.learningstream.com/view/cal2a.aspx?ek=&ref=&aa=0&sid1=0&sid2=0&as=82&wp=408&tz=0&ms=3&nav=0&cc=0&cat1=0&cat2=0&cat3=0&aid=CTCCE&rf=&pn=0.

Thursday, Mar. 12, 2026 at noon

You are invited to the next session in the Division of Community Engagement’s Community Engaged Research Series, which will highlight inclusive and disability-affirming approaches to research with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. See the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPNzwbLujL7y2EhhfqAgEMaMLgPWQJhV0LZMU9mtc9LswazA/viewform?usp=header.

Thursday, Mar. 12, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Richmond Youth Development Network at the Mary and Frances Youth Center in the Division of Community Engagement will host a professional skill-building day at the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Richmond Teen Center, 1830 Creighton Road. The session is open to professionals in youth services, health, education and more. The event will feature interactive workshops on bio writing, social media networking, AI-powered writing tools, plus free professional headshots and opportunities to connect with Richmond leaders. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYx8mfxLG6wUyK-siC3MUkp4T189EIKwxvW4tMnnBrjwaHVw/viewform.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Curious about service-learning? Join this informational session to learn how service-learning enhances student learning through real-world experience, supports faculty with high-impact teaching and community partnerships, and creates meaningful, reciprocal service that benefits our community. Participants will explore available resources, course options and designations, and easy ways to become involved in service-learning and experiential education across the institution. These sessions will be offered in-person or virtually throughout the semester, so click the link to RSVP for a date, time and location that works for you. This session will be held in Room 4100, Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Antonio Harris at harrisad6@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/fnkgEiYh4zbDvcYz6.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU faculty and staff are invited to participate in the Day of Service – a universitywide opportunity to partner with local organizations and support meaningful work across the greater Richmond region. Join colleagues in strengthening community partnerships while contributing to shared impact beyond campus. Employees are encouraged to use their allotted community service hours to participate. Sign up for a service project at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alliannah Hamilton at hamiltonae@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/events/dayofservice/.

Friday, Mar. 20, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center will host Joseph Mikhael, M.D., and Sharon Napper for Facts and Faith Fridays via Zoom. Learn more from Mikhael at the International Myeloma Foundation and Napper about the BA-UMAP (Black American United Memory and Aging Project) The BA-UMAP is an opportunity for Black Americans to participate in a national effort partnering with African American sororities, fraternities, churches and civic organizations to better understand memory loss. This project will explore how faith, social support, education and other protective factors may help delay or reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Pierce at piercer2@vcu.edu or visit https://www.masseycancercenter.org/facts-and-faith-fridays/.

Friday, Mar. 20, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Come join a day of relaxation at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., for a guided yoga session led by Valarie Shcherbakov. No experience needed. Register on RAMS Connect at the following URL.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1944965.

Wednesday, Mar. 25, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Do you value learning that is engaging and meaningful for your students? Do you have experience with or an interest in experiential learning and high-impact teaching practices? Join this interactive workshop designed for instructors at all levels and across disciplines. You will be introduced to experiential learning concepts and other high-impact teaching practices you can use right away in your courses. You’ll explore how to “make it real” through hands-on learning and critical reflection and leave with practical tools, examples and materials to support student success. The workshop will be held on the fourth floor, Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Antonio Harris at harrisad6@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/ivJxqavi9DbNWWvb9.

Wednesday, Mar. 25, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The VCU Symphony will be joined by concerto competition winners Arowyn Almeida (cello) and Viet Dao (piano). The performance will include works by Farrenc, Chopin, Elgar and Glazunov. The performance will be in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Tickets are $5 for VCU students and $14 for the general public.

For more information, contact Natalie Hale at halene@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/vcu-symphony-with-concerto-competition-winners/.

Saturday, Apr. 11, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

TEDxVCU is once again bringing ideas that spark and stories that shine to VCU’s Commonwealth Ballrooms, VCU Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Come for an afternoon of inspiration, innovations and ideas that are worth spreading. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1944965.

Sunday, Jun. 7, 2026 at 3 p.m.

The VCU Alumni invites Ram families to come together for a VCU play date. You bring the kiddos and we’ll bring the snacks while you mingle with alumni parents over lemonade. Register to hang with us at Rockwood Park, 3401 Courthouse Road. Questions? Contact Kaylynn Hill, assistant director of regional alumni engagement, at hillk8@vcu.edu

For more information, contact Kaylynn Hill at hillk8@vcu.edu or visit https://give.vcu.edu/events/rams-at-the-playground-rockwood-park/?a=12370103.

Did you know that VCU offers up to $5,000 in funding for undergraduate students seeking off-campus internships in the summer? Learn more about VCU's Internship Funding Program and apply by 11:59 p.m. March 31, 2026 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeanette Hickl at jwhickl@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/resources/internshipfundingprogram/.

Spring break is a great time to focus on summer job and internship applications, and the Career Services Peer Career Advisers are here to help. Stop by the VCU Career Services Office during drop-in hours (no appointment needed) every week from Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. PCAs can offer suggestions on where to look for jobs and internships, how to apply, updating your résumé and more. Note that drop-ins are not available during the week of spring break. The office is located in the University Student Commons, Room 143, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Ashley Worthington at worthingtonar@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/about/contact-us/.

Participants will work in a small group with a certified personal trainer to learn the foundational methods of resistance training and workout design. Starting with basic movements, the class progresses to more advanced exercise. Use strength machines, resistance bands, cable stacks and free weights to build knowledge of proper technique and progressions. Classes run Monday, March 16-Thursday, April 23. Two sections are offered: M/W 4:30-5:30 p.m. and T/Thur 7:30-8:30 a.m.

For more information, contact Abbas Sherazi at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=411621d2-6c5d-4d48-a32f-b4d2a940ac0e.

The Underground Student Organization Resource Center invites nominations for VCU's annual Student Leadership Awards, which recognize outstanding contributions in leadership and community engagement. Students, faculty and staff are invited to nominate individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions to campus and their communities. Friday, March 6 is the final day to submit nominations at the following URL

For more information, contact Nicole Patterson at nlpatterson@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/leadershipawards/home/.

Are you a staff member looking to grow your supervisory skills while mentoring student employees? VCU Career Services and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships invite you to enhance your leadership abilities through the Transforming Federal Work-Study Internship Program. This initiative transforms select on-campus jobs into internships, allowing you to provide meaningful, career-building experiences for students. Elevate your role as a supervisor and help bridge the gap between students’ financial needs and access to high-impact opportunities. (A $300 stipend is available for new TFWS supervisors.) Submit an application by Thursday, April 30 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Valerie Sutton at suttonv@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/resources/vcu-transforming-federal-work-study-internship-program/.

The Mary and Frances Youth Center is offering seven weeks of summer camp for rising first through ninth graders. Registration is now open. Visit mfyc.vcu.edu or email Misti Mueller at the following address. All camps, at 120 S. Linden St., are full day with breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack included. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Misti Mueller at muellermr@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.givepulse.com/event/830935-Summer-2026-Camp-Registration.

Redefining BMI is a research study at the VCU School of Public Health. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of two programs to help manage their weight by making changes to eating and physical activity. Both programs involve attending virtual group-based sessions led by a trained lifestyle coach over the course of 12 months. This study also asks participants to attend in-person data collection visits before beginning the program, and then again at four, eight and 12 months

For more information, contact Redefining BMI at bmiproject@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5362 or visit https://www.redefiningbmi.com/.