4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Are you interested in working with other students across different disciplines? Are you fascinated by creating solutions to complex problems? Have you always wanted to start a business or nonprofit? Attend a virtual informational session to learn about undergraduate certificates at VCU's da Vinci Center. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mary-Chris Escobar at scobarmc@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/ug-aug1022.

Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022 from noon to 4 p.m.

"Better Practices for Inclusive Teaching" is an online extended seminar led by Adrien DeLoach, executive director of VCU's Division for Student Engagement and Impact. The seminar is designed for faculty to workshop their syllabi to enhance diversity and inclusion throughout their teaching. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact IExcel Education at iexcel@vcu.edu or visit https://iexcel.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Friday, Aug. 12, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Learning Systems will sponsor a session in which participants will learn how to embed videos in a Canvas course without using all the available storage space. This online training, which is free and has no cancellation penalty, is designed for beginners or those who need a refresher. 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=17942.

Monday, Aug. 15, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU's Equity in Cardiovascular Health Outcomes Lab will host a virtual focus group on the stress, vulnerability and resilience of young Black women. Check eligibility and sign up at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022 at noon

This FLEX (Fitness on Demand) 20-minute Pilates Total Body workout will help increase strength and stability. This session will be presented by VCU HR and VCU RecWell. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3IXGRKb.

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

Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022 from noon to 1:15 p.m.

Rammalogues will host a discussion about the VCU Common Book, "The Organ Thieves: The Shocking Story of the First Heart Transplant in the Segregated South," at the Massey Cancer Center. Rammalogues is a facilitated discussion series that provides a braver and safer space to talk about social identity. the event will be held at the Goodwin Research Laboratory, 401 College St., Thalhimer Conference Room. The session is free and readers are invited to join no matter where they are in the book. Registrants can pick up a free book from the Goodwin Research Laboratory front desk. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact IExcel Education at iexcel@vcu.edu or visit https://cvent.me/yXK5Zl.

Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU Online and Continuing and Professional Education will present this session as part of the 3rd Wednesdays FREE Community Series. Join Brianne L. Jackson, Ph.D., to explore how VCU incorporates Universal Design for Learning principles to remove barriers to learning and make it equitable and inclusive for all. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Online and Continuing and Professional Education at ocpe@vcu.edu or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/community.

Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Google Meet provides 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 participants to learn all about Meet and Chat for online learning enhancement. Part One, Getting to Know Google Meet, will be 1-2 p.m. Aug. 23. Part Two, Getting to Know Google Chat, will be 1-2 p.m. Aug. 25. Register at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Google Assignments tool in the Canvas Learning Management System makes it easy to create and distribute assignments to your students. Use originality reports and rich submission feedback to prevent plagiarism and enable your students to do their best work. Simplify grading and leaving feedback through pre-defined rubrics and your comment bank, which carry over between courses. Register at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022 at 11:55 p.m.

Students Together Assisting Refugees at VCU's Richmond Refugee Health Partners program is recruiting student volunteers for the fall. Those interested in advocating for refugees in health and building cross-cultural, person-centered care skills should apply by Aug. 31 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vineeth Vaidyula at vaidyulavr@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/5UFh64CTSkqau7R57.

Sunday, Sep. 11, 2022 at 3 p.m.

Pianist George Li will open the Mary Anne Rennolds Chamber Concert Series at the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall, W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Other concerts will feature the Emerson String Quartet, Oct. 23; Xavier Foley, double bass, Feb. 11; and the Neave Trio, March 25. Season subscriptions to all concerts are $120 and are on sale through Thursday, Aug. 11. Single tickets will be available for each concert beginning Friday, Aug. 12 for $35.

For more information, contact Jessica Casey at caseyjr@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0528 or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/academics/departments/music/concerts-and-events/rennolds-series/.

Effective Wednesday, Aug. 18, cash payment will no longer be accepted in VCU's visitor/hourly parking lots (HB, BB, JL, HH, QQ). Credit cards will be the only form of payment accepted at these locations.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275.

The Alan T. Waterman Award is the U.S. National Science Foundation’s highest honor. The award recognizes an outstanding early career researcher in any field of science or engineering supported by the NSF. In addition to a medal, the recipient of the award will receive a grant of $1,000,000 to use over a five-year period. Nominations will be accepted to Sept. 16. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Melissa Throckmorton at throckmortms@vcu.edu or visit https://beta.nsf.gov/od/honorary-awards/waterman?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery.

VCU's English Language Program will offer a new online-synchronous course this Fall for non-native English speakers who wish to build fluency and confidence in using English grammar rules in speaking and writing. This two-credit, eight week course will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-6:50 p.m. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Aziz at rcwiltshire@vcu.edu or visit https://global.vcu.edu/elp/curriculum/grammar/.

Individuals who vape/use electronic cigarettes daily are needed to participate in a research study that requires multiple laboratory visits. Compensation will be provided. 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.