11 a.m.

This interactive Zoom workshop will break down the artist's statement, how to write one and why art students should focus on their writing skills. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Come to a collaborative Queer Coffee Hour hosted by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs' LGBTQIA+ Initiatives and Lavender House, the living-learning community for first-year students. Cookies and lawn games will be available. The event will be in Monroe Park.

For more information, contact Beck Oh at omsalgbtqia@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/OMSA/rsvp_boot?id=1863327.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Women in Science, Dentistry and Medicine (WISDM) will host a professional development seminar with Vice Dean Betsy Ripley, M.D., M.S., Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs (SOM). She will discuss how to recognize opportunities for self-advocacy and create a plan to negotiate for yourself. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at hedstromj@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6591 or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/9726046.

12:30 p.m.

VCU’s National Scholarship Office will present a virtual information session intended 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 in applying. An identical session will be offered on Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m. Register to attend (Room 1210, 701 W. Grace St.) or request the recording at: https://forms.gle/mpoLVPaBYgPy3L8a6

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

2 p.m.

VCU’s National Scholarship Office will present an informational session (in person and via Zoom) for undergraduate and graduate students in STEM-field majors. Learn about RISE, a research internship program in Germany (working language English); SMART, a Department of Defense scholarship which provides funding for tuition as well as summer research internships; and other scholarship opportunities. The in-person session will be in Room 1313, Engineering Research Building, 401 W. Main St. Register to attend or for the recording at: https://forms.gle/1gBFoXcAKXb7Xvw69

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

2 p.m.

Join the National Scholarship Office for a virtual informational session on the Ford Foundation Fellowship Program, which aims to improve higher education through diversity. These awards are given to doctoral students in all disciplines who are pursuing a Ph.D. or Sc.D. and who are committed to careers in teaching at the university level. Register (or request the recording) at https://forms.gle/5zwuL3k2StAhUg6H8

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

5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Practice with Pride will screen an episode of Disney's "Growing UP' at its first session of the year. The group provides an opportunity to meet with LGBTQ+-identifying students of other health professions who identify as and are interested in issues related to the LGBTQ+ community at VCU Health. Those interested can attend in-person (Hunton Student Center, 1110 E. Broad St.) or via Zoom. A facilitated discussion will follow. Students from all health professions are invited. RSVP at the following URL to reserve dinner from Soul Taco or for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Gerald Coronado at coronadogm@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/xhSQcswgrGop5t8A8.

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join VCU Police for their Fall Safety Fair on the Student Commons Plaza. Take a drive in the DriveSmart crash simulator, learn how to use a fire extinguisher or repair your bike with RamBikes mobile repair cart. Safety information topics include distracted driving, bike safety, automobile theft, alcohol education and bystander intervention. Free food and giveaways will be available while supplies last.

For more information, contact Officer Amy Murray at crimeprevreq@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join the Common Book program for a screening of the documentary "Until the Well Runs Dry" with Shawn Utsey, Ph.D., in the auditorium of the Egyptian Building, 1223 E. Marshall St. A Q&A and discussion will follow.

For more information, contact Anne Weakley at weakleyac@vcu.edu or visit https://commonbook.vcu.edu/the-2022-common-book/events/.

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 at 5 p.m.

Samaneh Oladi, Ph.D., faculty in the Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies Minor at the School of World Studies, will lead a virtual discussion on the current uprisings in Iran and provide a historical look at women's rights movements in the country. Join the conversation via Zoom at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mayda Topoushian, Ph.D., at mtopoushian@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/84546593719.

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 at 6 p.m.

Come hear about all the things that happen on the path to success that don't make it to a résumé. This session will feature VCU alum Michael JB Smith, Vice President of Engineering & Digital Integration and Chief Engineer at V2X (formerly Vectrus). Attend the session in person in Room 220, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. (with free pizza) or via Zoom. Register at https://forms.gle/ThgWY4AeNz2N9J6i7

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

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Celebrate the release of 'Gideon Appah: Forgotten, Nudes, Landscapes,' a companion publication to the artist’s exhibition at the ICA last spring. The event will be held at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Appah, a Ghanaian artist known for paintings of nightlife scenes that are rich with references to archival newspaper clippings, films and event posters. This will be followed by a screening of the documentary "Talking About Trees" by Sudanese director Suhaib Gasmelbari.

For more information, contact Yomna Osman at osmany@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Learn about LGBTQIA+ concepts, ask questions and discuss how gender norms, homophobia and transphobia impact men of color. The session, to be held in the Rams Lounge, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., will be hosted by VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Office of Multicultural Student Affairs at omsa@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1796373.

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Roy Sabo, Ph.D., associate professor, biostatistics, will discuss the most common study designs used in health sciences research at a lunch research seminar. The virtual talk will also include the characteristics, goals, benefits and limitations of each design and possible adaptations. The talk will be presented by VCU's C. 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/tZIode2pqTIjG9wy_-GFZRel2L9dOBw45p-s.

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

No mechanical experience is necessary for this workshop for all bicycle commuters. This introductory workshop offered by RamBikes, 1106 W. Broad St., will cover parts of the bicycle and how to discuss them with your mechanic, sights and sounds that indicate a problem and routine maintenance. You'll leave knowing how to take better care of your ride. No bike is necessary, but if you have specific questions about yours, you're welcome to bring it. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sera Erickson at rambikes@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2453 or visit http://bikes.vcu.edu/events.

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

Learn how to use the tools you need to write your best statement. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Friday, Oct. 28, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Feedback Friday is designed as a roundtable discussion with peers, community members and staff. Come to Shift Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St., to help student entrepreneurs make iterations and draw support during their time at VCU. Bring your curiosity and questions; snacks and beverages will be provided.

For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/feedback-oct28.

Friday, Oct. 28, 2022 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Join VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs to celebrate the end of LGBTQIA+ History Month. The party will be held at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. The event will feature drag performers, a costume contest (with prizes for the students with the top three costumes), a DJ, photo booth, cupcakes and a raffle at the end of the night. The event is open to all LGBTQIA+ students at VCU. RSVP at the following URL by Wednesday, Oct. 26.

For more information, contact Beck Oh at omsalgbtqia@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1839676.

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.

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 8 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 Keerthana Merugu at merugukb@vcu.edu or visit https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1091982?ref=events-search.

Friday, Nov. 4, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Are you interested in learning more about refugee resettlement in the United States? Do you love to read? Join the Students Together Assisting Refugees (STAR) Book club every Friday to discuss "Strength in What Remains" by Tracy Kidder. The session will be held in Room 2115, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rana Ansari at ansarir2@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1U8XX4-nitLQups-MmlcpU7H7hc6ZLI2uUKo9fH-IOuk/edit.

Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Phi Delta chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. will host the inaugural Phi Delta Dodgeball Tournament in Cary Street Gym Indoor Soccer Field. All fraternities, sororities, clubs and students are invited.

For more information, contact Lawrence Claiborne at claibornelg2@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022 at 1 p.m.

VCU Parking and Transportation will host its virtual fall semester forum to discuss parking and transportation updates and address customer concerns and questions. Register and submit your questions for the event at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit https://forms.gle/mg9ArSTLan1weJRi9.

VCU is hosting hazing prevention training for members through Friday, Nov. 18. This training is for students who are current members of selective student organizations at VCU. Students of these organizations must complete one of these training sessions in order for their organizations to be in compliance with university expectations. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachael Tully at preventhazing@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=68862&tab=events.

A public comment period will remain open until 11:59 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28 to provide feedback on the four Quality Enhancement Plan topic proposals that are being advanced for consideration. Visit the QEP Proposals at the following URL, review each of the four proposals and submit the brief questionnaire with your feedback. Public input will inform the final round of reviews.

For more information, contact Erin Webster Garrett, Ph.D., at qep@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3421 or visit https://provost.vcu.edu/qep/proposals/.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research actively supports clinical research professionals entering the work force or transitioning career paths with the Certificate in Clinical Research. The program prepares students for first-time entry or transition into the field of clinical research and provides professional development for current clinical, allied health and research professionals. Spring 2023 applications due Dec. 30 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Catherine Brown at crbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/education-and-training/certificate-program/.

AUCTUS, VCU’s Journal for Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship, is currently accepting student submissions for its STEM, Social Sciences, Creative, Humanities, and News & 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.

For more information, contact VCU AUCTUS at auctus@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/auctusvcu.

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.

Adults who smoke menthol cigarettes and identify as Black/African American are invited to participate in a study that involves electronic cigarette use for six weeks to reduce their smoking. Participants must be willing to visit the study site, receive phone calls, and respond to texts/surveys. Compensation is provided. Principal investigators are Andrew Barnes, Ph.D., Health Behavior and Policy Department, and Caroline Cobb, Ph.D., Psychology Department.

For more information, contact Caroline Cobb at cobbco@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1867 or visit http://bit.ly/rvaflavors.

We are seeking females and males between the ages of 18 and 35 years to participate in a study examining the effect of estrogen on blood vessel health and function at rest and during exercise. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.