11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Office of Civic Engagement will host a volunteer fair at the MCV Campus in the Court End Ballroom, Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Whether you're an MCV or Monroe Park student, if you're interested in volunteering and learning more about local community organizations, register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nico Orsini at orsinin@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1400470.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Biomedical Engineering Department will host an in-person event featuring Michael Amendola, M.D., professor of surgery, VCU School of Medicine, in Room 1313, Engineering Research Building, 401 W. Main St. The title of his talk will be “VHA 3DP System: History, Current Efforts and Future.” Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Henry Donahue, Ph.D., at hjdonahue@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_de5KxH3MQL2ZRlMv0SO0YA.

3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Discuss and learn how to develop good writing habits with faculty member Jennifer Jordan, Ph.D., at a presentation via Zoom sponsored by VCU Health Pauley Heart Center and VCU C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Moriah Bellissimo at moriah.bellissimomyers@vcuhealth.org or visit https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApduyrrz8iGdStkNKRHebXo4W5DG7MsMnC.

7 p.m.

The Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science will meet in Virginia Room B, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Meet the organization's officers, learn about events planned for the semester and make dog toys to donate to a local animal shelter.

For more information, contact Henzee Machado at machadohg@vcu.edu.

7 p.m.

Join us for the organization's spring general body meeting to learn about the club's mission, upcoming events and how to become involved. United2Heal is a student-run nonprofit organization that collects surplus medical supplies from local hospitals and clinics to ship to countries in need. The session will be in Room 1201, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Sofia Syed at syeds5@vcu.edu or (703) 939-4518.

Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Google Meet provides the faculty host attendance reports and a recording automatically, and the use of a chat room for class collaboration is easy to set up. Collaboration Services invites you to learn all about Meet and Chat for on-line learning enhancement. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dr. Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/gogoogle.

Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Rob Lyden, vice president for business operations at Humetrix and a 1984 graduate of VCU's Department of Health Administration, will discuss pandemic monitoring, analytics, other health IT related issues and lessons learned, especially in the federal sector. This event, hosted by the Department of Health Administration in the College of Health Professions, will be held in Room 1050, College of Health Professions, 900 E. Leigh St. A virtual option will be available.

For more information, contact Carlyn Miller at millerc23@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Jamaican curry will be served at a $1 community café at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St. All are welcome.

For more information, contact Cherie Vendiola at vendiolacfo@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU Learning Systems will sponsor an overview of Canvas assignments and quiz types, including how to create and manage them. This training, designed for beginners or those who may need a refresher, is free and has no cancellation penalty. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jamillah Martin at canvaslearn@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=17946.

Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022 at 3:30 p.m.

Join VCU's National Scholarship Office to learn about fully funded opportunities to pursue graduate studies at select programs in the United Kingdom, Ireland, China and the United States, as well as how the NSO can help in the application process. Questions: http://blogs.vcu.edu/natlscholar. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson at mrsisson@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/aqPfVo9brAQUEP6b7.

Friday, Jan. 28, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Meet VCU's student entrepreneurs at the Shift Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St. Feedback Friday is designed as a roundtable discussion with peers, community members and staff. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/FF-1.

Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn more about mentoring at the African American Alumni Council Mentoring Circle International Mentoring Month Beats and Brunch. The event will be an atmosphere of networking, engagement, food, games and, of course, beats to groove to as we highlight the purpose of mentoring. The event will be in the Rams Lounge, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Larry Powell at wlpowell@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9RgL4X449C1f_eNFtYZjPCJCNcD6qp2RwuH6vWcvTbIGM6g/viewform.

Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Painting and Printmaking will present a lecture by artist Laura Owens. Owens’ work has been exhibited internationally and was recently the subject of a mid-career survey at the Whitney Museum of American Art, N.Y., (2017–18), which traveled to the Dallas Museum of Art (2018) and The Geffen Contemporary at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, (2018–19).

For more information, contact Kat Wilson at kawilson@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/laura-owens-visiting-artist-lecture/.

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 from 10 a.m. to noon

VCU's Office of Research and Innovation and Grants and Contracts Accounting will present updates in research administration on timely topics at the spring Research Administration Back to School meeting. The meeting is open to all. Register via Talent@VCU.

For more information, contact Cathy Short, training manager, DSP/G&C, at cfshort@vcu.edu or visit https://research.vcu.edu/integrity-and-compliance/.

University Student Health Services currently offers free COVID-19 vaccines to all students on both campuses. In addition, there will be an upcoming clinic at the Seigel Center lobby, 1200 W. Broad St., Bowe Street entrance on Feb. 1 by appointment only. To schedule: https://health.students.vcu.edu/web-portal/. The Pfizer vaccine will be offered to students. If you are under 18, you may receive Pfizer vaccine with parental consent. About your appointment: Reschedule if you are sick. Pfizer facts at https://www.fda.gov/media/153716/download. Plan to stay 15-30 minutes to be monitored after your vaccine. Bring your CDC COVID-19 vaccination card with you if this your second or third. You can get a copy of your COVID-19 vaccines at the Virginia State Registry https://vase.vdh.virginia.gov/vacapps/f?p=545:1 if you received your vaccine in Virginia.

For more information, contact Immunization Department at ushsimmuniz@vcu.edu or (804) 827-8047.

University Counseling Services offers a variety of identity-based support groups for students to connect and build community with peers who share an important identity. All groups are facilitated by a UCS counselor. Students do not have to be enrolled in other UCS services to participate. Groups are held weekly and are currently offered via Zoom. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Caroline Coffill at cscoffill@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://counseling.vcu.edu/students/services/support-groups/.

Do you know a student who may qualify for one of the 51 scholarships awarded by Business Services? With scholarships as diverse as our students, there’s a scholarship for everyone. Ranging from $5,000- $7,500, they are available to both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as special scholarships for international students and single parents. Students can apply by Feb. 18 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Stephen Monore at smonroe@vcu.edu or (804) 828-3637 or visit https://bsv.vcu.edu/scholarships/.

VCU Continuing and Professional Education offers learning options for the VCU community and members of the public. Choose from bookkeeping, computer skills, cultural competency and languages, customer service, digital marketing, digital reporting, event planning, Excel, Google Analytics, managing remote workers, paralegal, play therapy, podcasting, social media, supervisory and leadership, test prep (pre-college, graduate school and pre-health) and WordPress.

For more information, contact VCU Continuing and Professional Education at ocpe@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1322 or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/courses/.

The basic life support with first aid blended learning course offered by VCU Recreation and Well-Being (RecWell) is intended for health-care providers responding to cardiac and breathing emergencies. The course specializes in skills in CPR, AED and first aid, along with elements of communication and adaptability when responding to emergencies. The blended course features two virtual interactive sessions in preparation for the instructor-led classroom skill session. Register at the following URL by Jan. 28 for the Feb. 5 class.

For more information, contact Noah Rogers at rogersn2@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/certifications/arc-bls/.

VCU Family Programs is compiling treasured recipes and sharing them with the whole RAMily in an electronic cookbook. Recipes can be an individual's take on a classic dish or something you feel is truly unique. Share a single recipe or as many as you like at the following URL by Feb. 1.

For more information, contact Lynanne Jamison at ljyndestad@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/yUmFAsg3kBT3p4jA8.

Since 1982, VCU has paid formal tribute at Convocation to members of the faculty. The categories include: Distinguished Teaching Award, Distinguished Scholarship Award, Distinguished Service Award, Outstanding Early Career Faculty Award, Outstanding Term Faculty Award, Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Award and the University Award of Excellence. Criteria, timeline and nomination instructions may be found at the following URL.

For more information, contact Linda Hamrick at vpfacaffrs@vcu.edu or visit https://president.vcu.edu/nominations/.

VCU Career Services is launching a pilot initiative for undergraduates seeking supplementary financial support during summer 2022 internships. Funds provided through the VCU Internship Funding Program can be used to cover expenses for travel, housing, child care, professional attire and supplies. The application will open Jan. 24 in the RAMS Scholarship Hub and will close on March 15.

For more information, contact VCU Career Services at careers@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/resources/internshipfundingprogram/.

VCU's Global Education Office is seeking participants for its Conversation Partner Program, which matches native English speakers with international students. Register at the following URL by Jan 31.

For more information, contact Colleen Choate at choatecl@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/xwQznUez6MMD1Fz78.

Each year, VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence brings together faculty to share ideas, strategies and scholarship on teaching and learning. Proposals are sought that highlight excellence in the field, especially equity and inclusive teaching practices. Presentations are welcome that have been given within individual disciplines, as well as works in progress. Submissions are due by Feb. 13 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://ctle.vcu.edu/events/symposium/.

VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence team will offer face-to-face visiting hours for faculty members on Feb. 1 and Feb. 8. Chat about teaching, scholarship and/or career planning – and win a door prize. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/XxzDYWR1oBpr8MPw6.

Wondering how VCU will handle human research during an emergency? The Human Research Protection Program/Institutional Review Board has developed a Continuity of Operations Plan to ensure essential functions continue during an emergency. Researchers can learn more about the procedures at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nyssa Towsley at ntowsley@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1157 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/humanresearch/2022/01/20/hrpp-irb-continuity-of-operations-plan-important-information-for-researchers/.

W-2 statements are now available in myVCU for employees who have given eConsent to receive them electronically. Log in to the following URL to view and print.

For more information, contact Payroll Services at payroll@vcu.edu or visit http://my.vcu.edu.

Excited about medicine and want to learn more? Want to publish your own research through VCU? Interested in mentoring children in Uganda? VCU’s Medical Journal Club has biweekly meetings. The organization offers members the opportunity to publish research, learn about the medical field and participate in fun activities. The next meeting will be Feb. 14.

For more information, contact Jefin Jose at josej@vcu.edu or (804) 937-2584 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/MJC/club_signup.

Individuals who smoke tobacco cigarettes daily are needed to participate in a research study that requires multiple laboratory visits. Compensation may be available. This study will be conducted at VCU. Principal Investigator is Alison Breland, Ph.D., Department of Psychology.

For more information, contact Alison Breland at abbrelan@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3562 or visit http://cstp.vcu.edu/studies.

This study is seeking individuals between the ages of 18 and 35 years who have generalized anxiety disorder or symptoms of GAD. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of GAD symptoms on blood vessel function during acute exercise and in response to exercise training. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal investigator is Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.