Faculty/staff Issue for October 19, 2022

Today

Evening MBA: Lunchtime Webinar

Add to calendar 19-10-2022 12:00:00 19-10-2022 13:00:00 America/New_York Evening MBA: Lunchtime Webinar Learn 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 the following URL. https://vcu.zoom.us/j/81138567211 Austen Gouldman gsib@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Learn 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 the following URL.

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-101922.html.

Fractures of Memory: Indigenous Futurisms and Experiential Symbolism

Add to calendar 19-10-2022 16:00:00 19-10-2022 America/New_York Fractures of Memory: Indigenous Futurisms and Experiential Symbolism Join the Humanities Research Center at VCU for a short film screening and discussion with Ethan Brown, Pamunkey artist and filmmaker and Karenne Wood, Native Artist-in-Residence at the HRC, and Federico Cuatlacuatl, artist and filmmaker. This hybrid event will be in the Commons Theater, University Student Commons 907 Floyd Ave., and online via Zoom. Register at the following URL. Hybrid event (Commons Theater, University Student Commons / Online via Zoom) Rani Sisavath sisavathr@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

4 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center at VCU for a short film screening and discussion with Ethan Brown, Pamunkey artist and filmmaker and Karenne Wood, Native Artist-in-Residence at the HRC, and Federico Cuatlacuatl, artist and filmmaker. This hybrid event will be in the Commons Theater, University Student Commons 907 Floyd Ave., and online via Zoom. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/fractures-of-memory-indigenous-futurisms-and-experiential-symbolism.html.

Monroe Park Flu Immunization Clinic Today

Add to calendar 19-10-2022 09:00:00 19-10-2022 15:00:00 America/New_York Monroe Park Flu Immunization Clinic Today Join VCU HR and Walgreens to get your flu shot in Room 115, HR Training Room, 922 W. Grace St. Walk-ins and appointments wil be accepted. Monroe Park Campus, HR Training Room, 922 W. Grace Street, Room 115 Cindi Phares cphares@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join VCU HR and Walgreens to get your flu shot in Room 115, HR Training Room, 922 W. Grace St. Walk-ins and appointments wil be accepted.

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/ .

This week

#AcademicTwitter: Disseminating Research Via Social Media

Add to calendar 20-10-2022 12:00:00 20-10-2022 13:00:00 America/New_York #AcademicTwitter: Disseminating Research Via Social Media Arnethea Sutton, Ph.D., assistant professor, Kinesiology and Health Sciences, will virtually discuss strategies for creating professional Twitter accounts. The talk will also include suggestions for curating engaging and interesting content and ultimately establishing a platform to engage stakeholders in your research. The lunch research seminar will be presented by VCU's Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Questions: Visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. via ZOOM Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, pmdillon@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Arnethea Sutton, Ph.D., assistant professor, Kinesiology and Health Sciences, will virtually discuss strategies for creating professional Twitter accounts. The talk will also include suggestions for curating engaging and interesting content and ultimately establishing a platform to engage stakeholders in your research. The lunch research seminar will be presented by VCU's Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Questions: Visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIocu2hrTooE9fBYgYzX_cBIgFlDRbK3TxB.

Breast Exams Don’t Have to Be Spooky

Add to calendar 20-10-2022 14:00:00 20-10-2022 15:00:00 America/New_York Breast Exams Don’t Have to Be Spooky Join the Peer Health Educators in the lobby of Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to discuss the importance of routine breast exams and learn how to perform a complete self breast exam at home using an external model. Cary Street Gym Lobby Emily Tompkins peerhealth@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Join the Peer Health Educators in the lobby of Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to discuss the importance of routine breast exams and learn how to perform a complete self breast exam at home using an external model.

For more information, contact Emily Tompkins at peerhealth@vcu.edu or visit http://recwell.vcu.edu.

Virtual Guided Meditation With RecWell

Add to calendar 21-10-2022 12:00:00 21-10-2022 12:30:00 America/New_York Virtual Guided Meditation With RecWell Take a break for weekly guided meditation with Brenna suitable for all levels of practice. Register on Rams Connect at the following URL. Zoom Brenna Denicola denicolabr@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Oct. 21, 2022 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Take a break for weekly guided meditation with Brenna 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/r1825056.

Disability Employment: Equity and Awareness Learning Session

Add to calendar 21-10-2022 12:00:00 21-10-2022 13:00:00 America/New_York Disability Employment: Equity and Awareness Learning Session In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the VCU School of Medicine is collaborating with the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center and the Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success to host a Disability Employment: Equity and Awareness Learning session event to discuss disability etiquette and employment equity. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link. https://vcuhealth.zoom.us/j/9265190506 Ashli Phillips ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Oct. 21, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the VCU School of Medicine is collaborating with the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center and the Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success to host a Disability Employment: Equity and Awareness Learning session event to discuss disability etiquette and employment equity. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Ashli Phillips at ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.zoom.us/j/9265190506.

Facts and Faith With Gary Gibbons

Add to calendar 21-10-2022 15:00:00 21-10-2022 16:00:00 America/New_York Facts and Faith With Gary Gibbons The Rev. F. Todd Gray, Rudene Mercer Haynes and Robert A. Winn, M.D., will talk virtually with Gary H. Gibbons, M.D., about cardiovascular health, factors that influence risks and community engagement. Register at the following URL. https://www.masseycancercenter.org/facts-and-faith-fridays Sharon K. Jones-Lomotey joneslomots@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Oct. 21, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Rev. F. Todd Gray, Rudene Mercer Haynes and Robert A. Winn, M.D., will talk virtually with Gary H. Gibbons, M.D., about cardiovascular health, factors that influence risks and community engagement. 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.

ArborDayRVA With VCU Sustainability

Add to calendar 23-10-2022 09:00:00 23-10-2022 16:00:00 America/New_York ArborDayRVA With VCU Sustainability Join VCU Sustainability for its ArborDayRVA event at the Amelia Street School, 1821 Amelia St., to start converting areas of open lawn turf into lush, ecologically rich mini-meadows with native species. All tools will be provided, just bring water, sun protection and a positive attitude. No prior experience or special skills will be necessary. Some lifting (max. 30 pounds), bending and stooping while traversing open ground and grass may be required. Two sessions, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Sign up at the following URL. 1821 Amelia Street RIchmond VA 23220 Jade Holweger with VCU Sustainability gardens@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join VCU Sustainability for its ArborDayRVA event at the Amelia Street School, 1821 Amelia St., to start converting areas of open lawn turf into lush, ecologically rich mini-meadows with native species. All tools will be provided, just bring water, sun protection and a positive attitude. No prior experience or special skills will be necessary. Some lifting (max. 30 pounds), bending and stooping while traversing open ground and grass may be required. Two sessions, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jade Holweger with VCU Sustainability at gardens@vcu.edu or visit https://www.handsonrva.org/opportunity/a0C5c00000R92FAEAZ/arbordayrva-2022-vcu-sustainability-amelia-street-school-meadow-prep.

Coming up

Core and More

Add to calendar 24-10-2022 12:00:00 24-10-2022 12:30:00 America/New_York Core and More Join VCU HR and VCU Recreation and Well-Being for this 30-minute class. It will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3SvGIRQ Virtual Cindi Phares cphares@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Oct. 24, 2022 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Join VCU HR and VCU Recreation and Well-Being for this 30-minute class. It will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3SvGIRQ

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

Configurational Comparative Methods for Health Services Research With Marie Smith, Pharm.D., FNAP

Add to calendar 24-10-2022 12:00:00 24-10-2022 America/New_York Configurational Comparative Methods for Health Services Research With Marie Smith, Pharm.D., FNAP Marie Smith, Pharm.D., FNAP, will discuss Configurational Methods for Health Services Research at a seminar hosted by the School of Pharmacy's Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation. Smith is a professor and assistant dean for Practice and Public Policy Partnership at the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy. the seminar will be in Room 545, Robert Blackwell Smith Building, 410 N. 12th St., and virtually. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. Smith 545/Zoom CPPI cppi@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Oct. 24, 2022 at noon

Marie Smith, Pharm.D., FNAP, will discuss Configurational Methods for Health Services Research at a seminar hosted by the School of Pharmacy's Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation. Smith is a professor and assistant dean for Practice and Public Policy Partnership at the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy. the seminar will be in Room 545, Robert Blackwell Smith Building, 410 N. 12th St., and virtually. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact CPPI at cppi@vcu.edu or visit http://bit.ly/CPPISeminar.

Migrant Detention Gala Dinner and Art Auction

Add to calendar 25-10-2022 18:00:00 25-10-2022 21:00:00 America/New_York Migrant Detention Gala Dinner and Art Auction Students Together Assisting Refugees will host a gala dinner and art auction to raise money for migrants being held at the detention center in Bowling Green. The gala, in Richmond Salons I and II, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., is free to attend. Food will be catered by Noorani Kabob. A silent auction will feature pieces made by VCU Arts students. All proceeds from the event will be donated. RSVP at the following URL. Richmond Salons, VCU Student Commons Samiya Majid majidsf2@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Students Together Assisting Refugees will host a gala dinner and art auction to raise money for migrants being held at the detention center in Bowling Green. The gala, in Richmond Salons I and II, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., is free to attend. Food will be catered by Noorani Kabob. A silent auction will feature pieces made by VCU Arts students. All proceeds from the event will be donated. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Samiya Majid at majidsf2@vcu.edu or visit http://evite.me/eFxVcs32xs.

VCU Health Care Experiential Opportunities and Professional School Fair

Add to calendar 26-10-2022 13:00:00 26-10-2022 16:00:00 America/New_York VCU Health Care Experiential Opportunities and Professional School Fair Interested in exploring career pathways in health care and adjacent areas? VCU Career Services invites students to connect with health care and community-based organizations offering opportunities that unite your academic goals to real-world experiences to advance your career. Network with representatives from professional schools to learn about program offerings and admissions processes and explore your options for meeting your academic and professional school application requirements. The fair will be held in the Richmond Salons and Commonwealth Ballroom, Second Floor, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL. Richmond Salons & Commonwealth Ballroom — Second Floor, University Student Commons VCU Career Services careers@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Interested in exploring career pathways in health care and adjacent areas? VCU Career Services invites students to connect with health care and community-based organizations offering opportunities that unite your academic goals to real-world experiences to advance your career. Network with representatives from professional schools to learn about program offerings and admissions processes and explore your options for meeting your academic and professional school application requirements. The fair will be held in the Richmond Salons and Commonwealth Ballroom, Second Floor, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Career Services at careers@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/34969.

Data Cataloging, Sharing and FAIR Beyond Open Data

Add to calendar 26-10-2022 12:00:00 26-10-2022 13:00:00 America/New_York Data Cataloging, Sharing and FAIR Beyond Open Data Tamas Gal, Ph.D., director of research informatics at VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research, will virtually discuss FAIR sharing for research data that is not openly available, the VCU data catalog and how researchers can share metadata FAIR-ly and build collaborations. The talk will be presented by the Wright Center and VCU's Health Sciences Library. Questions: https://cctr.vcu.edu/ Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. via ZOOM Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, pmdillon@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Tamas Gal, Ph.D., director of research informatics at VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research, will virtually discuss FAIR sharing for research data that is not openly available, the VCU data catalog and how researchers can share metadata FAIR-ly and build collaborations. The talk will be presented by the Wright Center and VCU's Health Sciences Library. Questions: https://cctr.vcu.edu/ Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pdOChrDIjG90fUXO9aSQfThayfIm8O-3i.

Strategies to Promote a Culturally Diverse PK-12 Teaching Workforce Series

Add to calendar 26-10-2022 16:30:00 26-10-2022 17:30:00 America/New_York Strategies to Promote a Culturally Diverse PK-12 Teaching Workforce Series VCU's Minority Educator Recruitment, Retention and Equity Center and Office of Strategic Engagement will present a series via Zoom which will address attracting, supporting and retaining educators of color through cultural responsiveness. Join the hosts in an interactive and reflective space to help diversify the pipeline of educators. Questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScREkAVL-EJk576OJaGlrZ0cE_feskp-JBxf6cNaUd_lPuqyQ/viewform Virtual/Zoom Leslie LaBrie labrielu@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

VCU's Minority Educator Recruitment, Retention and Equity Center and Office of Strategic Engagement will present a series via Zoom which will address attracting, supporting and retaining educators of color through cultural responsiveness. Join the hosts in an interactive and reflective space to help diversify the pipeline of educators. Questions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScREkAVL-EJk576OJaGlrZ0cE_feskp-JBxf6cNaUd_lPuqyQ/viewform

For more information, contact Leslie LaBrie at labrielu@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScREkAVL-EJk576OJaGlrZ0cE_feskp-JBxf6cNaUd_lPuqyQ/viewform?usp=sf_link.

2022 Wilder School Gulak Lecture: 'Civic Art, Justice and Inclusion'

Add to calendar 27-10-2022 19:00:00 27-10-2022 America/New_York 2022 Wilder School Gulak Lecture: 'Civic Art, Justice and Inclusion' Christopher J. Howard, an architect and scholar whose commentary and design proposals on monuments and memorials have earned him national recognition, will deliver the 2022 Morton B. Gulak Lecture in Urban and Regional Planning. Howard’s lecture will examine the importance of civic art including monuments and memorials. He will discuss the removal of monuments in Richmond. The lecture will be given in the Commonwealth Ballrooms, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. VCU Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms David Slipher slipherd@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022 at 7 p.m.

Christopher J. Howard, an architect and scholar whose commentary and design proposals on monuments and memorials have earned him national recognition, will deliver the 2022 Morton B. Gulak Lecture in Urban and Regional Planning. Howard’s lecture will examine the importance of civic art including monuments and memorials. He will discuss the removal of monuments in Richmond. The lecture will be given in the Commonwealth Ballrooms, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu or visit https://wilder.vcu.edu/news-and-events/gulak-lecture/.

'Why Wilder?' Graduate Programs Informational Session

Add to calendar 28-10-2022 13:00:00 28-10-2022 America/New_York 'Why Wilder?' Graduate Programs Informational Session Learn about the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs graduate programs and how they can help advance your career and professional goals. Register for the virtual session at the following URL. Online Ross Losapio losapior@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Oct. 28, 2022 at 1 p.m.

Learn about the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs graduate programs and how they can help advance your career and professional goals. Register for the virtual session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at losapior@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0364 or visit http://bit.ly/WhyWilderOct2022.

Healthy Eating and Treatment Options for Obesity and Metabolic Disease

Add to calendar 01-11-2022 11:00:00 01-11-2022 12:00:00 America/New_York Healthy Eating and Treatment Options for Obesity and Metabolic Disease 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 MCV Campus and Virtual Cindi Phares cphares@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

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/.

Done With ERT? So Are We!

Add to calendar 03-11-2022 09:00:00 03-11-2022 15:30:00 America/New_York Done With ERT? So Are We! Hosted by VCU Online, this hybrid event will help faculty examine online and hybrid coursework implemented as a result of emergency remote teaching (ERT) during the pandemic and rethink what worked and what didn’t. Participants will get peer feedback and support to develop online and hybrid courses that are manageable for faculty and meaningful for students. The event will be held in Room 4100, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided to those who attend in person. Register at the following URL. Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Avenue VCU Online onlinepd@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Hosted by VCU Online, this hybrid event will help faculty examine online and hybrid coursework implemented as a result of emergency remote teaching (ERT) during the pandemic and rethink what worked and what didn’t. Participants will get peer feedback and support to develop online and hybrid courses that are manageable for faculty and meaningful for students. The event will be held in Room 4100, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided to those who attend in person. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Online at onlinepd@vcu.edu or visit https://altlab.vcu.edu/event/done-with-ert-so-are-we.

Fall Mela

Add to calendar 14-11-2022 18:00:00 14-11-2022 21:00:00 America/New_York Fall Mela The Bangladesh Student Association will present an evening of henna tattoos, painting, games, music and performances at its Fall Mela. The gathering, with free food and drinks, will be at the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register on RamsConnect. Questions: Email the following address or bsoatvcu@gmail.com. VCU Commons. 907 Floyd Ave. Lamia Haque haquelt@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Nov. 14, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Bangladesh Student Association will present an evening of henna tattoos, painting, games, music and performances at its Fall Mela. The gathering, with free food and drinks, will be at the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register on RamsConnect. Questions: Email the following address or bsoatvcu@gmail.com.

For more information, contact Lamia Haque at haquelt@vcu.edu or (804) 998-8769.

Notices

VCUDine Wants Your Feedback

To better understand your overall dining experience, VCUDine invites you to complete a quick survey. All responses are confidential and must be completed by Oct. 28. Click on the following URL to begin the survey.

For more information, contact Lauren Hay at dining@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit https://aramark.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_da6aPYkkXnExzVz?Q_CHL=qr.

Recreation and Well-Being Les Mills Launch Week

RecWell will introduce the latest versions of Les Mills Group Exercise classes Oct. 25-27. Les Mills Launch Week will include new music, moves and routines from Les Mills BodyCombat, GRIT and BodyPump. Classes will be offered multiple times throughout Launch Week to allow students and members to explore and experience the new releases individually or with friends. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nadine Madison at madisonns@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/group-exercise/.

Recreation and Well-Being Lifeguard Review Course

This class is for currently certified lifeguards seeking recertification. Participants must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate or be within 30 days of expiration. Proof of certification must be submitted to the instructor prior to participation in the review. Successful completion of this class will provide students with an American Red Cross certificate in Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid, and Administering Emergency Oxygen. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at scottm14@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=ef0b1e7e-d080-4a9d-bfb9-361ee9c303cc&semesterId=1eee6566-50d9-4ef5-9ee4-c182bdd914b9.

Investigating Needs and Supporting for First-Gen LGBTQ+ Students at VCU

What are the needs, challenges and opportunities you have as a first-gen LGBTQ+ student? Take the short survey at the following URL before Oct. 30 and participate in a focus group. Your participation will help us understand your concerns, strengths and opportunities stemming from intersecting first-gen and LGBTQ+ identities. Primary investigator is Yiwen Wei, Ph.D.

For more information, contact Yiwen Wei at weiy2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/mKZkmrk8ozNRBJKm6.

Do You Vape Electronic Cigarettes?

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.

Black Love Safe Love

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 or visit https://progress.vcu.edu/participate/.

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