This week
Exercising at Your Desk
Tuesday, Apr. 30, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.
Do you feel as if you are sitting too much at work? Are you returning home each day stiff and tired? Come to the Health and Wellness Library, Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St., where health coach and educator Carrie Baines will discuss ways to keep active throughout the work day, whether at a desk or at home.
Register at https://vcu.libcal.com/event/12001144
For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://www.vcuhealth.org/for-your-health/health-and-wellness-library/.
RecWell and OMSA To Present International Dance Day 2024
Tuesday, Apr. 30, 2024 at 9 a.m.
Celebrate International Dance Day with VCU RecWell and Office of Multicultural Affairs. A variety of dance classes will be offered throughout the day at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Registration opens 24 hours before each class. Open to VCU students and RecWell members.
For more information, contact Nadine Madison at groupexprgm@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/group-exercise.
Game Day Study Break With Academic Advisors
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Need a study break? Join the Student Experience Committee of the University Academic Advising Board for a game day in Room 2107, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. Board games and card games will be available to take a break and destress before finals.
For more information, contact Mattie Hedgebeth at hedgebethm@vcu.edu.
Best Practices for Building Resilience for Diverse Groups
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 10 a.m. to noon
Trauma in its various forms can significantly impact the experiences of young people and young adults. In this workshop, participants will consider the basics of trauma awareness and building resilience for students across various identities and ages. The content shared will also help participants to consider multiple avenues to build resilience in their roles and in their organization as a whole. The event will be at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. Register at the following email address.
For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/99/1714572000000.
Ram Pantry Summer Hours
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Ram Pantry, 930 W. Grace St., will be open on Wednesdays starting next week and will be closed May 29, June 19 and July 3.
For more information, contact Anayah Spriggs at rampantry@vcu.edu.
Parallel Planning Workshop
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
VCU Pre-Health Advising will hold a Secondary Major and Parallel Planning workshop via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85822550280
For more information, contact Mattie Hedgebeth at prehealthadv@vcu.edu or visit https://rampages.us/prehealthadvising/.
VCU Mass Communications Graduate Program Informational Sessions
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture will host a virtual informational session for prospective students to learn more about the M.S. in mass communications with concentrations in integrated communication and media leadership. The school also offers a certificate in Media and Leadership. Join the session at https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad
For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or (804) 525-9425 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.
Notices
Extra Patrols During Finals
The VCU Police Department and R.M.C. Security will conduct extra mobile and walking patrols at night near James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., through Wednesday, May 8. For police assistance, call the following number or use the LiveSafe app at any time.
For more information, contact VCU Police at policedept@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1234.
Join the Katie's Art Project Executive Board
Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives through art? Do you have leadership skills and a drive to create impactful opportunities? Katie's Art Project at VCU is looking for individuals to join its executive board. See the application at the following URL.
For more information, contact Safa Saad at saads@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/eUAbV5Kv9JGwrssJ8.
Graduates: Submit Your Graduation Portraits
Graduates, complete the upload form at the following URL to have your graduation portrait shared with family and friends during the universitywide ceremony.
For more information, contact University Events at UNIVevents@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/ZAGpqxpWJNrF9PxL7.
RSVP to Spring Commencement
VCU's spring universitywide commencement will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Questions: Visit commencement.vcu.edu. Graduates who plan to participate can register by completing the form at the following URL.
For more information, contact University Events at UNIVevents@vcu.edu or visit http://go.vcu.edu/commencementrsvp.
Career Opportunities for Students Interested in Criminal Justice and Public Service Fields
Students interested in law enforcement are invited to speak with VCU Police. Take courses in all levels of degree programs for free, work toward student loan forgiveness and receive a competitive salary and benefits as an officer. VCU students receive a $5,000 bonus upon completing the academy and field training. The 50th academy starts in fall 2024. Applicants who are made a conditional offer may qualify for the department’s Law Enforcement Apprenticeship Program (LEAP).
For more information, contact Recruiter Conrad Simms at policerecruit@vcu.edu or visit http://police.vcu.edu/about/recruitment/.
RamTech Apple Sale
Shop RamTech’s Apple sale in-store or online between April 29- May 3 (Monday-Friday). VCU students, faculty and staff save on already low education pricing with $50- $100 off full-priced Apple products. Payroll deduction is available for eligible faculty and staff. Questions: Visit http://vcu.bncollege.com.
For more information, contact Rafael Wells at ramtech@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8324 or visit http://ramtech.vcu.edu.
Transition to New Debt Collection Policy for Delinquent Parking Accounts
To comply with the Virginia Debt Collection Act (Code of Virginia, §§ 2.2-4800 et seq.), starting Thursday, May 2, delinquent parking accounts will be transitioned to a new debt collection policy approved by the Office of the State Attorney General. If you have outstanding parking tickets, you may elect to pay your outstanding debt online at https://vcu.t2hosted.com/Account/Portal
For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit https://parking.vcu.edu/parking/guidelines/.
Sing Mozart's Requiem, Join the Choir
Discover the majesty of Mozart's Requiem with VCU's Choral Arts Society. Are you ready to immerse yourself in Mozart's Requiem? Look no further than VCU's Choral Arts Society (APPM359, CRN 29766). Whether you're an experienced vocalist or just starting your musical journey, there's a place for you in the choir. This chorus isn't just about singing - it is an opportunity to earn 1-hour credit, open to all VCU students, regardless of major or concentration.
For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/community/vcuarts-faculty-and-staff/directory/christopher-hansen/.
Take a Survey, Enter to Win a Gift Card
VCU political science students are seeking to gauge the way VCU students participate in activities connected to politics. Those who complete the 6-8 minute survey will be entered to win one of three $50 Target gift cards. See the survey at the following URL.
For more information, contact Catherine Auwarter at shearmancm@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/VCUVOTER.
Join the Wellbeing Lab in Mapping Social Spaces at VCU
The Wellbeing Lab at VCU is entering a project to study the effects of stress management programs on student behavior. The lab needs your input to map social locations across campus for thorough analysis. Your participation is key to the study and will help to uncover insights into how stress management impacts social behaviors within the VCU community. Visit the following URL to participate.
For more information, contact Polina Beloborodova at beloborodp@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/p52xUiBeqfgUf5G28.
Participants Are Invited for Study Examining the Impact of Acute and Chronic Stress on Cardiovascular Health
Individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as Black or African American are invited to participate in a research study examining the effect of acute and chronic stress on cardiovascular and inflammation responses to an acute mental challenge. Raffle drawings for financial compensation will be conducted. This study will take place at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.
For more information, contact Jeremy Via at healthyheart@vcu.edu.
