12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Adobe Week will showcase new Adobe offerings that utilize trends in emerging technology: interactive design, on-the-go video storytelling and more. A variety of workshops will be led by VCU faculty, staff, students and Adobe professionals. From noon-4 p.m. in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., a team will answer questions about Adobe Creative Cloud. Free snacks, games and swag will be available. From 4-5:30 p.m., a trainer will demonstrate Adobe Rush for beginners interested in simple video creation and editing.

For more information, contact Andrew Ilnicki at ilnickiap@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/dvc/.

12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Take a break with Brenna for guided meditation. The virtual session is suitable for all levels of practice. Register on Rams Connect at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brenna Denicola at denicolabr@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1825015.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Bioinformatics Societies of VCU (USB and BGSO) are holding a LINUX Crash Course series in Room 3112, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave., taught by Carlisle Childress of the High Performance Computing Core. Participants will learn in the five-session course to code in LINUX from the basics to Bash and Gridengine. People of all skill levels are welcome. Dinner will be provided. Register at the following URL. Questions: Email rathir2@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Rohan Rathi at societyofbioinformatics1@gmail.com or visit https://forms.gle/33173oeMxSPUDbiF9.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 from 11 a.m. to noon

This informational wellness seminar will present an opportunity for employees to learn about the standard of nutritional guidelines in 2022. The session will include definition and spectrum of obesity and association to multiple other diseases, dietetic modifications to manage weight gain and surgical treatment options. The event will be in the VCU Health Adult Outpatient Pavilion, 1001 E. Leigh St., Ninth Floor Conference Room B or via Zoom. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3g1anEj

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

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

IExcel Education will host a seminar led by Christopher Reina, associate professor in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at VCU. The seminar is designed to increase understanding of how to have inclusive and empowering conversations in the workplace. Participants will learn communication styles and practices for navigating power dynamics. Register at https://connect.inclusive.vcu.edu/register/seminar-divteams-110122

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

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 at 2 p.m.

VCU’s National Scholarship Office will present a virtual informational session for undergraduate and graduate students in all disciplines. Learn about the Boren Awards, a fully funded opportunity to study abroad in a non-Western, non-English speaking country while studying a critical language, and how the NSO can offer support for applicants. Register to attend or request the recording at: https://forms.gle/mpoLVPaBYgPy3L8a6

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson at mrsisson@vcu.edu or visit http://nso.vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 at 3:30 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will offer a general informational session geared to undergraduates who are new to VCU this fall – first-year and transfer students – but all are welcome. Learn about the NSO, the (inter)nationally competitive awards the office advises for and how to position yourself as a candidate. Register to attend in person (Room 1210, Honors College, 701 W. Grace St.), virtually or request the recording at: https://forms.gle/XSbw39MJbpbqwYzQ9.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit http://nso.vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 at 5 p.m.

Are you interested in participating in research? Hear from undergraduates about the research they are conducting on campus and how they connected with faculty researchers. This session will include a discussion about how to present research. Attend in person (Room 2123, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave.) or via Zoom. Register at https://forms.gle/krk5AvBsn8aTER147.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Heck at ebheck@vcu.edu or visit http://clc.vcu.edu/science-hub.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The lecture will explore the life and music of the composer and the cultural and political climate in Poland and Central Europe in the 19th century. It will also address how certain pivotal life events which shaped the composer’s artistic viewpoint and contributed to the creation of masterpieces cherished around the globe. This hybrid event is free and open to the public. The in-person lecture will be held in the auditorium of the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Register at the following URL to participate virtually.

For more information, contact VCUarts at ica@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/faculty-lecture-series-magdalena-adamek-frederick-chopin/.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

VCU's School of Education will host a virtual informational session about its Ph.D. program in Special Education and how it prepares future leaders to support students with disabilities, their families and their teachers. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jazmin Tilfas at soeinfo@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/?id=93fd962d-f398-4674-9c86-9a23f81f3dfd.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU's School of Education will host a virtual informational session about its M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, which offers concentrations in culturally responsive leadership, higher education and leadership studies. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jazmin Tilfas at soeinfo@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/?id=a4a79340-9854-4999-8d86-1b3d8e7e44b3.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Interested in censorship? Comic Arts? This online, interactive session taught by The Workshop at Cabell Library is designed for beginner-level comic creators, both artists and non-artists. Participants will make their own simple comic layouts using Adobe Express with stock images or simple drawings. This workshop is in partnership with the 2023 Jurgen Comics Contest at VCU Libraries and part of this week's Adobe Creative Jam. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2022-news/comic-arts-contest-invites-students-to-explore-codes-censorship-and-conflict.html.

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

This month the Global Education Office's Global Café will celebrate Diwali. Enjoy Indian food, music and make your own Rangoli designs. The café will be in the kitchen area of West Grace Street Student Housing – North, 830 W. Grace St. Register ahead of time at the following URL, but drop-ins are welcome.

For more information, contact Colleen Choate at choatecl@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1838683.

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Planning for retirement goes beyond just thinking about money. A full-picture plan starts with considering the many non-financial aspects of retirement, too. This virtual session is brought to you by VCU HR and TIAA. Register at https://bit.ly/3TXdcoQ

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

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 at 6 p.m.

VCU P.R.I.M.E. (Professional Health and Related Interests Mentoring Experiences) will host its third annual health care mixer in the ballroom of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Graduate school representatives from all health care tracks, minority and pre-health student organizations and campus resources will be available. The guest speaker will be Ryan Gray, M.D., Medical School Headquarters. The dress code will be business casual for this professional event. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Simone Smith at Smithsm35@vcu.edu or visit https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1091982.

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Connect: Community Engagement Conference invites community members, community organizations and faculty, staff, students and alums at VCU to come together for a day of learning, networking and skill development. This event, sponsored by the VCU College of Humanities and Sciences and the VCU Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success, will be held in Richmond Salons I-II, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Arda Athman at athmana3@vcu.edu or visit https://chs.vcu.edu/connect/.

Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022 at 4:30 p.m.

Paul Andrews, a recent University of Virginia graduate, will lead a discussion on religion and queerness hosted by VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs. Food will be provided. The session will be held in Suite 215, OMSA, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amala Thomas at thomasac4@Vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1872651.

Friday, Nov. 4, 2022 at 8 a.m.

The VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, announces that registration is open for its 16th Annual HIGHER Ground Women's Leadership Conference. The theme, "Seizing Tomorrow, Today" challenges participants to capitalize on this time of era-defining moments and to imagine what is possible, translating their values into actions, dreams into reality, and their hopes into what can happen. The conference will be held at the Richmond Marriott, 500 E. Broad St.

For more information, contact Kiara Faulks at faulksks@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1169 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/conference/.

Monday, Nov. 7, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Join VCU's School of Education for a virtual session about how its flexible, online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate program can meet the requirements for a provisional license. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jazmin Tilfas at soeinfo@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/?id=4a7e319d-c17e-49c7-8b86-840c8104bc69.

Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Are you a first-generation college graduate? If so, you are invited to join other first-gen students, faculty and staff for the First-gen Week group photo on Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 12:30 p.m. in front of the Ram Horns on the Commons Plaza. If you don't already have a You First T-shirt to wear for the picture, you can sign up for one at https://forms.gle/ztsoQkqLpEDduKt88. If you can't make it to the picture but want to receive future first-gen communications, you can sign up in the form.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927 or visit https://youfirst.vcu.edu/resources/first-gen-week/.

VCU Human Resources has arranged for Walgreens, a participating pharmacy with the COVA health plans, to conduct five flu immunization clinics. These clinics will be offered on the Monroe Park campus, the MCV campus and at the VCU Police Department building. Appointments are required. No walk-ins please. See the following URL for dates and times at each location and the link to schedule your appointment.

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

The VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, is accepting applications for the 2023 cohorts of the HIGHER Ground program. Learn more about the Institute, its programs, application requirements and deadlines at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kiara Faulks at faulksks@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1169 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/programs/.

Do you like to sing? Have you sung in a choir before? Have you never sung in a choir but are interested in trying new things? There’s a choir for you at VCU.

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/.

Differing from the spring semester individual ceremonies, VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will celebrate students holding various identities through one ceremony. The event will be Dec. 8 (ceremony 5:30-7 p.m., reception: 7:30-9 p.m.). Graduates who wish to participate in the combined Lavender, Donning of the Kente, Latine Achievement and Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Graduation ceremony should complete the form at the following URL by midnight Oct. 31.

For more information, contact Amala Thomas at thomasac4@Vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTGjfsQiQ9eAgqf6GNb4F9OMWHX0Qu2FI4XdjAYPMXEmHTbg/viewform.

The You First First-Gen Student Success and Research Center will celebrate National First-generation College Celebration Day (Tuesday, Nov. 8) all week long, Nov. 7-11 (Monday-Friday). Events will be available for students, faculty and staff. Register and see a full list of activities at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927 or visit https://youfirst.vcu.edu/resources/first-gen-week/.

The Global Education Office at VCU is seeking two families who are willing to host two Japanese students from Friday, Nov.11-Sunday, Nov. 13. These students are visiting VCU for five weeks and this will be their only opportunity to stay in an American home with an American family.

For more information, contact Audrey Emiko Short at aeshort@vcu.edu or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/community/fface/ffacevolunteerapp/.

A draft of the revised Postdoctoral Scholars policy is available for public comment until Tuesday, Nov. 15. To read the draft policy, go to the following URL and click on "Policies Open for Public Comment."

For more information, contact Jason Block at blockj2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.public.doctract.com.

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.

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 (804) 827-3562 or visit http://cstp.vcu.edu/studies.

This is a research study aiming to receive feedback on a sexual health intervention designed for couples. To be eligible to participate, you have to identity as Black or African American and be 18 to 35 years of age. The study requires participation in a 120-minute session and completion of a questionnaire. Compensation is available.

For more information, contact Kristina Hood, Ph.D., at progresslab@vcu.edu.

This study is inviting participation from individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as Black or African American. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of racial discrimination on cardiovascular responses and vascular inflammation to an acute mental challenge. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal investigator is Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact KHS Healthy Heart Lab at healthyheart@vcu.edu.