3 p.m.

As part of emergency preparedness, VCU is actively updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan, which identifies vulnerabilities to various hazards to VCU and sets long-term strategies to reduce or eliminate risk to life and property. VCU continues to seek feedback from community members, including areas of concern, to help reduce the impact of potential disasters. The VCU community is invited to attend a second public comment session via a recorded Zoom session. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Police at policedept@vcu.edu or visit http://forms.gle/8adUio5ALcXG7nMx7.

Saturday, May 14, 2022 from noon to 2 p.m.

The Pace Center (700 W. Franklin St.) will host a brunch for graduates and their families. RSVP for food purposes at the following email address.

For more information, contact Russ Kerr at community@thepacecenter.com or (804) 658-4064 or visit https://www.thepacecenter.com/.

Monday, May 16, 2022 from 11 a.m. to noon

VCU Learning Systems will sponsor an online workshop to help navigate the basic functions of the Canvas Gradebook. This training, which is free and has no cancellation penalty, is designed for those new to using Canvas, in need of a refresher or those who haven't used all of the available features of the Canvas Grade Center. 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=17941.

Monday, May 16, 2022 at 7 p.m.

VCU's Online MBA program, ranked 40th nationally by Fortune (highest among schools in Virginia), is accepting applications for Fall 2022. Learn why this synchronous two-year cohort format is a great choice for working professionals; current students have an average work experience of 10 years and the graduation rate is over 90 percent. Register at https://business.vcu.edu/academics/mba-options/online-mba/#sob-events-1759437.

For more information, contact Robert Clarkson at rmclarkson@vcu.ed or (804) 828-1597 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/academics/mba-options/online-mba/.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 12:30 p.m.

Join VCU HR and the Department of Recreation and Well-Being (RecWell) for this slower 30-minute practice focused on active stretching of muscles and opening of connective tissue. Release built-up tension, prevent injury, increase blood flow to muscles and increase long-term flexibility. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3EXBJ6O

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/worklife/.

Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 2 p.m.

You're invited to join a focus group about the lived experiences of young African American women hosted by Anika L. Hines, Ph.D., and the EqCHO Lab. You will receive $25 for participation. Click on the following URL to assess your eligibility and tonnect with the research team.

For more information, contact Anika Hines at EqCHOLab@vcuhealth.org or (804) 828-5030 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=P8FMMYKNAEMCF8TC.

Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

VCU Telecommunications Services will be offering virtual training on the Avaya Workplace app. Our customers are inquiring about extending their office number to their remote work site. The Avaya Workplace app is ideal for remote workers. Callers can reach remote staff on any device by calling their work telephone number, and when placing a call the caller party will see their work number and not their mobile number. Register for the Avaya Workplace training by clicking the following URL.

For more information, contact Wayne L. Johnson at wljohnson@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4400 or visit https://training.vcu.edu/.

Open enrollment for the Commonwealth of Virginia’s health coverage and flexible spending plans continues through Monday, May 16. Questions: Request HR Support at https://go.vcu.edu/hrsupport.

For more information, contact VCU HR Benefits Administration at benefits@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/open-enrollment/.