Student Issue for November 14, 2022
Today
VCU Writing Center Workshop: Paraphrasing
1 p.m.
Learn to feel comfortable with the process of paraphrasing in academic writing. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.
For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.
Evening MBA: Lunchtime Webinar
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide applicants with an overview of the program, curriculum and admissions process. A Q&A session will also be included. Register at https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/graduate-studies/webinar/evening-mba-program-webinar-111422.html. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/82103475767
For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gsib@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4622 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/graduate-studies/webinar/evening-mba-program-webinar-111422.html.
Coffee and Doughnut Sale
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Soteria will host a coffee and doughnut sale at the Compass to raise money for Safe Harbor, an organization that supports survivors of domestic/sexual violence and human trafficking.
For more information, contact Olive Blackstone at blackstonom@vcu.edu or (202) 677-2952.
PEO International Peace Scholarship Informational Session
12 p.m.
Join the National Scholarship Office and the Global Education Office to learn more about the Philanthropic Educational Organization International Peace Scholarship. The International Peace Scholarship Fund was established to provide scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Register to attend via Zoom or request the recording at the following URL.
For more information, contact Sarah Klotz at natlscholar@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/tD9XB9hj7b7ag39d6.
Meet VCU's Authors: 'Silver Veins, Dusty Lungs: Mining, Water, and Public Health in Zacatecas, 1835-1946'
12 p.m.
The Humanities Research Center will host Rocío Gomez, Ph.D., assistant professor in Latin American History at VCU, to discuss her recent book, "Silver Veins, Dusty Lungs" as part of the Meet VCU's Authors series. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.
For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mEnp9Xf5RIqDcb64TKLQsw#/.
Black Muslim Collective Fall Harvest
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
VCU's Black Muslim Collective will host a potluck friendsgiving-style event in the game room at the Ascend Apartment complex, 1600 W. Broad St. Connect with the BMC community as participants reflect on what it means to show gratitude within Islam.
For more information, contact Nafisa Hafidh at hafidhni@vcu.edu.
This week
'Know Your Worth: Finding a Job and Comparing Benefits'
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The Money Spot and VCU Career Services will host a seminar about finding a job with the right benefits for you. Explore how to search for a job based on what you need and want with a focus on using Handshake. Then dive into how to compare benefits to support your goals and circumstances, particularly financial. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact The Money Spot at themoneyspot@vcu.edu or visit http://tinyurl.com/KnowYourWorth2022.
Learn About the Peer Health Educators Program
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Join current Peer Health Educators in the lobby of Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., to learn how to become involved in health promotion initiatives and education on campus, receive national certification and earn credit toward the Recreation and Wellness minor. Participants can also learn how to request RecWell programs and presentations for departments, organizations or residents. Questions: Email peerhealth@vcu.edu.
For more information, contact Emily Tompkins at tompkinsee@vcu.edu or visit http://recwell.vcu.edu.
Climate Change and Local Activism
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022 at 6 p.m.
Join VCU's Department of Political Science for a discussion on climate change and local activism. This event will feature Andrea Simonelli, Ph.D., Political Science; Beth Kreydatus, Ph.D., Focused Inquiry; Bill Muth, Ph.D., VCU School of Education; Laura Thomas, Richmond Office of Sustainability and Elle De La Cancela, Chesapeake Climate Action Network. The event will be in Room 2201, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave.
For more information, contact Margot Moser at moserm4@vcu.edu.
Russia's Invasion of Ukraine: A Panel Discussion
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022 at 7 p.m.
Join VCU's Model United Nations and the VCU Department of Political Science for a virtual discussion about Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The session will focus on various aspects of the current situation in Ukraine and the implications that the war has for international and domestic politics, the United States, Europe and global security. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.
For more information, contact Margot Moser at moserm4@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkfu6rpzwjHNybqk7PeS-QZ_OzxwkDg38A?_x_zm_rtaid=uxW00n4dSEqBNpXsYZsR_Q.1668020722189.78abc4497e0c93acef4516de37e8d2fc&_x_zm_rhtaid=324#/.
GIS Day 2022
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 at 12:30 p.m.
VCU Libraries and VCU Life Sciences, Esri (a supplier of geographic information system software), VCU Urban and Regional Planning, VCU Sustainability and VCU Facilities will present Geographic Information Systems 2022. GIS Day is an event for community members to come together and learn about the power of spatial thinking and the value of thinking about “the where.” The event is free and open to all and will be held in person and live-streamed via Zoom. Register at the following URL to attend in person (Lecture Hall, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave.) or online.
For more information, contact Ryan Pander at rbpander@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2022-2023/gis-day-2022.html.
Da Vinci Center Undergraduate Informational Session
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 from 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 the da Vinci Center. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/111622UG.
Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Engineering Graduate Programs Virtual Informational Session
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
VCU Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Engineering graduate programs will host a joint virtual informational session for 2023 fall graduate admissions. Undergraduate students interested in either (or both) programs can register via the following URL. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
For more information, contact Laura Georgiadis at lsgeorgiadis@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6102 or visit https://forms.gle/SYf5GfXPLqxBD3Et7.
Health Services Organization and Research Ph.D. Informational Session
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Learn about the doctoral program in VCU's Health Services Organization and Research at a virtual informational session. Meet program faculty and staff and learn about admissions, funding and more. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://ha.chp.vcu.edu/programs/hsor-phd-program/.
Student Presentation - Medical Journal Club
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 at 7 p.m.
VCU's Medical Journal Club will host a student article presentation on Zoom, discussing noninvasive treatment for end-stage recurrent glioblastoma. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.
For more information, contact Jefin Jose at josej@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/81299756416.
Pharmacy Lunch and Learn
Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022 at 1 p.m.
VCU School of Pharmacy and VCU P.R.I.M.E. (Professional Health and Related Interests Mentoring Experiences), will host an event with the School of Pharmacy admissions team and current students about how to launch your pharmacy career. VCU School of Pharmacy is ranked in the top 20 pharmacy schools in the country and its students go on to pursue a range of pharmacy careers. The event will be in the Alumni Board Room, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.
For more information, contact Madeleine Wagner at wagnerme2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/UfZqZeDrzKn9gv9v9.
Investing for College Students
Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022 at 3 p.m.
Join The Money Spot coaches and learn at a webinar how you can start investing for your future while still in school. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_l8CVMFeSTt2K78MdldAJPg#/registration
For more information, contact Dorian Philpot at themoneyspot@vcu.edu or visit http://themoneyspot.vcu.edu.
MHA/MSHA Informational Session
Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
VCU's Department of Health Administration will host a virtual informational session for the Master of Health Administration and Master of Science in Health Administration programs. Register to attend at https://forms.gle/1J3CQVm2srbEAd638.
For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://ha.chp.vcu.edu/.
An Introduction to Topology and Geometry, Applications and NSF Funding Opportunities for Students
Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
VCU's Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Colloquium will present Swatee Naik and Christopher Stark from the National Science Foundation. This talk will offer basic concepts from geometry and topology through diagrams and informal explanations, and mention some applications. The talk should be accessible to undergraduate students who have studied calculus. The second half of the talk will include an overview of NSF opportunities for students. The talk will be in person (Room 4145, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave.) and virtually. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Nicola Tarasca at tarascan@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1301 or visit https://math.vcu.edu/events/event-items/the-department-of-mathematics-and-applied-mathematics-colloquium-presents-swatee-naik-and-christopher-stark-from-the-national-science-foundation.html.
Facts and Faith Friday
Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The Rev. F. Todd Gray, Rudene Mercer Haynes and Robert A. Winn, M.D., will host a trio of guests for Facts and Faith Fridays to discuss food insecurity, food deserts and how the issue can be addressed as a community. Guest speakers will be Allison Hallberg and Tim Bothe from Feed More and Anika Hines, Ph.D., from VCU. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Sharon K. Jones-Lomotey at joneslomots@vcu.edu or (540) 729-3887 or visit https://www.masseycancercenter.org/facts-and-faith-fridays.
Notices
Come Sing With Us
No experience is needed. All singers are welcome. Be a part of an uplifting group of singers and let your voice be heard. Register at the following URL and join a VCU choir.
For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., assistant director of choral activities, at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/academics/departments/music/ensembles/vocal-ensemble/.
Impacts on HRPP/IRB Services and Timelines
During the next several weeks, the Human Research Protection Program will be undergoing additional changes in personnel that may impact HRPP/Institutional Review Board services and timelines. Additional details and instructions are available on the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation Human Subject Research Protection blog at https://blogs.vcu.edu/humanresearch/. Questions: Contact the HRPP directly at orsp@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0868.
For more information, contact Elizabeth Marlowe at marloweep@vcu.edu or visit https://research.vcu.edu/human-research/hrppirb/.
Publication Opportunity: AUCTUS
AUCTUS, VCU’s Journal for Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship, is currently accepting student submissions for its STEM, Social Sciences, Creative, Humanities, and News and Noteworthy sections. Students can submit their work to AUCTUS for publication. Students can also join AUCTUS as reviewers to gain experience reviewing work in their discipline. Visit https://linktr.ee/auctusvcu to learn more.
For more information, contact VCU AUCTUS at auctus@vcu.edu or visit http://auctus.vcu.edu.
Mindful Moms Program for Pregnancy
VCU School of Nursing's Mindful Moms Program welcomes those who are 12-26 weeks pregnant to join a free prenatal yoga or education classes during their pregnancy. Mindful Moms is an NIH-funded study seeking to understand how to best enhance mental health and well-being during pregnancy. The program welcomes those who are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed.
For more information, contact Christine Aubry at mindfulmoms@vcu.edu or (804) 273-7267 or visit http://www.mindful4moms.org.
Do You Dip or Use Smokeless Tobacco?
Individuals who dip/use smokeless tobacco 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 (802) 827-3562 or visit http://cstp.vcu.edu/studies.
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