10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Close out Snead Week with the Office of Student Engagement, School of Business Dean Brian Brown, Ph.D., staff, faculty and alumni. Breakfast pastries and custom coffee will be available. Practice your networking skills and build your connections in a comfortable, encouraging environment in the Snead Atrium, 301 W Main St.

For more information, contact Office of Student Engagement at ose@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/undergraduate-students/office-of-student-engagement/.

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Disability Advocacy and Accessibility Caucus will continue work on RamsLink, planning for Disability Advocacy Week, and developing new trainings and advocacy initiatives. Everyone committed to justice is welcome. To participate, email the following address. The Zoom link for the meeting is at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shady Habib at habibss@vcu.edu or (703) 314-2515 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/89498678820.

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Hillel at VCU will host a Shabbat dinner at 911 W. Grace St. End the week with good food, good people and good vibes. Come every Friday to unplug, share a delicious meal and enjoy a welcoming community.

For more information, contact Kayla Seabolt at kayla@hillelatvcu.org.

Monday, Sep. 7, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.

The Pace Center will host a Labor Day Faith Retreat at 700 W. Franklin St. Looking for something to do on Labor Day (day off from school)? Interested in exploring mission, faith and getting to know different neighborhoods of Richmond? Come join a faith retreat – a time set apart. Meet at Pace at 9:30 a.m. to volunteer at a local feeding ministry, break bread together and explore what it means to be faithful in today's busy world. Sign up at the following email address.

For more information, contact the Rev. Russ Kerr at kerrr@vcu.edu or visit https://www.thepacecenter.com.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Tailored for graduate students navigating heavy academic workloads, this interactive workshop via Zoom helps participants combat common challenges by reconnecting with their foundational motivations. Those who attend will learn to transform their academic milestones into actionable targets using the SMART goals framework and apply the "Big Rocks" prioritization method to protect their weekly schedules. By the session's end, participants will establish three to five strategic goals for the semester while discovering vital campus resources to support well-being and success

For more information, contact Erin Brown, Ph.D., at gradprofdev@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1945954.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Are you considering a career in advertising and branding, but not sure where to start? Join the upcoming virtual informational session to learn about VCU Brandcenter and how the program can help launch your career. The event will include a discussion about Brandcenter's graduate program and four concentrations (art direction, copywriting, creative brand management and strategy), job outcomes, the admission process and more. Register in advance at the following URL to receive the Zoom link. A Q+A will be included.

For more information, contact Emma Barone at brandcenter@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/sept2026?utm_source=TelegRam.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 at 7 p.m.

Alpha Kappa Delta Phi is the first and largest international Asian-American interest sorority with a focus on sisterhood, leadership, scholarship, service and Asian-Awareness. The session will be held in the T. Edward Temple Building, 901 W. Main St. Events will be held Tuesday, Sept. 8 through Thursday, Sept. 17.

For more information, contact Jennica San at sanjl@vcu.edu or visit https://www.instagram.com/vcuakdphi/?hl=en.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Come learn about the benefits and logistics of participating in this research dissemination event. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Erin Brown, Ph.D., at gradprofdev@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1945972.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

SCAN will hold its first general body meeting of the semester in Grace E. Harris Hall, Room 2107, 1015 Floyd Ave. You don’t have to be a member to attend. Cupcakes will be available.

For more information, contact Save the Children Action Network at VCU at scanatvcu@gmail.com.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Health Profession's Organization will have its first GBM at the Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Ariana Torre at torreas@vcu.edu or (571) 365-8967.

Friday, Sep. 11, 2026 at 10 a.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for its final Humanities Week event of 2026: a walking tour of Jackson Ward, in collaboration with the Valentine Museum. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or (301) 213-8664 or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/humanities-week/walking-tour-with-the-valentine-museum.html.

Friday, Sep. 11, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Hillel at VCU will host a Rosh Hashanah Shabbat dinner at 911 W. Grace St. Come and unplug, share a delicious meal and celebrate the Jewish New Year together.

For more information, contact Kayla Seabolt at kayla@hillelatvcu.org or visit https://www.hillelatvcu.org/calendar.

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026 at 10 a.m.

The Office of Student Leadership and Engaged Learning invites VCU undergraduate students to apply for the Transformative Leadership Cohort. This eight-session, peer-facilitated and staff-supported leadership experience helps students explore care, accountability, reflection, listening, feedback and commitment as part of their leadership practice. Students may participate virtually on Mondays or in person on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Apply at the following URL through Thursday, Sept. 10.

For more information, contact Marci Logsdon at logsdonml@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9IaJcyZYXZ5KmvpB0vHiQOjBTO_e2mI0ePlXqVub3j40qSg/viewform?usp=header.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join Initiatives of Change for an evening of documentary storytelling at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center (ICA), 601 W. Broad St. A preview will be screened of "The Way Maker’s Work: Sacred Culture Keepers of Elegba Folklore Society" by Sionne Neely, Ph.D. – ahead of its Oct. 2 premiere at the ICA – alongside "The Remarkable Story of John Apostle Fields" by Morgan Avery McCoy. A Q&A with the filmmakers will follow. PM. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Institute for Contemporary Art at ica@vcu.edu or visit https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/89526163/initiatives-of-change-iocfilm-screeningsthe-way-makers-work-teaserand-the-remarkable-story-of-john-apostle-fields-richmond-institute-for-contemporary-art-at-vcu.

This online course developed by VCU's Department of Philosophy via Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) will return Tuesday, Sept. 8-Tuesday, Oct. 13. Prepare to tackle the challenges of AI within the modern workplace by exploring essential ethical considerations and challenges in privacy, accountability, transparency and fairness. VCU alumni, staff and faculty discounts are available. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Laura Wilson at wilsonl14@vcu.edu or visit https://www.continuingstudies.vcu.edu/CourseStatus.awp3?&course=27-LW-004.

Join the TEDxVCU planning team and help share ideas. More information about each position and the application can be found here: Team Lead Application (https://forms.gle/6eUqcynY7ta1QhEW8) by Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Planning Team Application (https://forms.gle/R5UiPTeuuoyyTP2X9) by Tuesday, Sept. 15.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu.

Are you passionate about supporting mental health and well-being among youth and young adults? Apply to serve as Social Media Chair or Fundraising Chair for Active Minds at VCU, a chapter of the nation’s leading youth mental health nonprofit. Apply by Monday, Sept. 7 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Arjun Nair at naira14@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/bCPfoK22T1toUexVA.

VCU RecWell is accepting registration for Intramural 6v6 Volleyball through Sept. 7. League play begins Sept. 15 at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Participants of varying skill levels are welcome. Register and view league information at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU RecWell at recwell@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/intramural-sports/.

VCU RecWell is accepting registration for Intramural 7v7 Flag Football through Monday, Sept. 7. League play begins Sept. 13 at Cary Street Field. Participants of varying skill levels are welcome. Register and view league information at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU RecWell at recwell@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/intramural-sports/.

This study is recruiting females aged 12 to 21 who have POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), and healthy controls. The purpose of this study is to examine how different types of blood vessels work in those with and without POTS. Participants will be compensated for their time. Use the following URL to fill out an interest screening. Study visits will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principle Investigator: Gisela Chelimsky, M.D., Children's Hospital of Richmond

For more information, contact Ivan Tavinogradov at Ivan.Tavinogradov@vcuhealth.org or (804) 828-5269 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=RA9ELALW3LYCDPAJ.

Please be advised of the following traffic and pedestrian impacts, caused by the utility work associated with the West Grace Street Housing Project, that will take place from Monday, Sept. 7 through Friday, Oct. 2 surrounding the 200 and 300 block of North Laurel Street. All traffic lanes on North Laurel Street between West Broad Street and West Grace Street will be closed. The alley next to &pizza will be closed to vehicular traffic. The shared Chipotle, Panera and CAVA parking lot will remain open and accessible via West Grace Street. While the sidewalk on North Laurel Street between West Grace Street and the alley next to &pizza will be closed, the sidewalk on North Laurel Street between West Broad Street and &pizza will remain open and accessible on both sides of North Laurel Street. The alley behind the VCU Facilities Administration Building and Technology Operations Building will remain partially open for parking lot access, with the North Laurel Street entrance to the alley closed. To access the parking areas behind these buildings, turn right from North Belvidere Street into the ICA alley and continue across Pine Street to the alley.

For more information, contact Britt Dixon at Dixonbd@vcu.edu or visit https://masterplan.vcu.edu/implementation/current-projects/west-grace-street-housing-project/.

The Research in Athlete and Military Health Sciences (RAMHS) group is seeking participants ages 14-30 years to complete a research study assessing hip muscle function following ankle sprains. You may participate if you either have a first-time lateral ankle sprain or have no ankle sprain history and are healthy (control group). This study will require one in-person study visit at our research laboratory at Biotech Eight (737 N. Fifth St.), an electronic questionnaire about your health and sport participation, ultrasound imaging assessments of your hip at rest (lying down) and during light activity (squatting, treadmill walking) and hip muscle strength assessments. Participants with ankle sprains will also be asked to complete remote, electronic surveys at three and six months after the in-person visit. Questions: Contact Crystal Figueroa.

For more information, contact crystal figueroa at crystal.figueroa@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-0871.

A study at VCU is recruiting participants to investigate the effects of alcohol use and reaction time within friendships. You may be randomly assigned to consume alcohol; you must be at least 21 years of age to participate. The in-person portion of this study will not take longer than two hours to complete. You may earn either SONA credit or $20 USD. Your eligibility is determined by a screening survey and will include a subsequent screening survey for your friend. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Wyatt Brown at brownw8@vcu.edu or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8rf7Q9immr4FgtU.