Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023 from 11 a.m. to noon

This online workshop will provide an overview on creating modules, assignments and quizzes. The event will include an overview of all course navigation and settings in Canvas, how Canvas relates to the VCU ecosystem and a brief look at Gradebook, Discussions and the Inbox Tool. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/my/canvaslearn Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18093.

Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Importing content into Canvas doesn't have to be scary. This workshop will feature a discussion of different forms of importable content in Canvas, importing content from an existing course, importing content from a file and sharing content with others in Canvas. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/my/canvaslearn Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18094.

Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Google Assignments tool in the Canvas LMS 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 predefined rubrics and your comment bank, which carryover between courses. Register at the following URL.

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

Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Financial health is based on four key components: Spend, Save, Borrow and Plan. This virtual seminar, presented by VCU HR and Virginia Credit Union, will teach you how to lead a healthier financial life, determine your own Financial Health Score and show you just how to improve it. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3hCgtMT

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

Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host an online seminar as part of its "Whetting Your Appetite for Research" series. Amy Olex, Ph.D., Wright Center senior bioinformatics specialist, will describe access to and considerations for using large datasets in research, including a discussion of her recent experience using the National COVID Cohort Collaborative. Questions: http://www.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/tZMof-mtrTMuGtyZNDznAG352gCqrCJdWony.

Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Capitol Police Officers Harry Dunn and Danny Hodges will have a conversation in the Commons Theater (University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.) about their experience on Jan. 6, 2021, moderated by VCU Political Science faculty. This event is sponsored by VCU POLI and Randolph-Macon College's Political Science department. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Margot Moser at moserm4@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/VCUJan6.

Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join medical personnel from VCU and VCUHS as they discuss how to treat minor physical injuries, such as small cuts, splinters, stings and burns. Hands-on CPR training will also be provided for those who want to learn basic lifesaving resuscitation skills. It does not provide a course completion card. This session is offered both in person (School of Pharmacy Building, 410 N. 12th St., Room 129) as well as virtually, and is brought to you by VCU HR and Employee Health. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3HSkcAv

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

RecWell’s Ram Power Challenge event will provide the opportunity for participants to explore their physical strength by completing power lifts, squats, bench presses and deadlifts. RecWell certified personal trainers and fitness floor attendants will guide participants through each exercise. After learning the basics each participant will have two chances to test their strength on each lift. Register by Friday, Jan. 27 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tanika Santos MacSwain at santosmacst@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/small-group-training/.

VCU Libraries, in support of open and affordable course materials across the VCU community, announces that a new round of VIVA Open Course Grants is open for applications. These $5,000 to $50,000 grants empower Virginia faculty with the resources and time they need to redesign courses by swapping expensive course materials for open, no-cost or library options. Applications are due March 6. Libraries faculty will assist with applications.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2023-news/viva-grants.html.

VCU's Mary and Frances Youth Center, in coordination with University College and a REAL challenge award, is offering workshops (https://community.vcu.edu/mfyc/toolbox/training-calendar/) in social emotional learning for faculty. Spots may be limited by both size of the classroom and budget, so if you are interested in participating, let Mark Meier know via this Google form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mark Meier at mameier@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVF2NNnQalrSUJk7YE8IwWolMszcQKefx9yOyCXSAakxLf4g/viewform?usp=sf_link.

Individuals who smoke tobacco cigarettes daily are needed to participate in a research study that requires multiple laboratory visits. Compensation may be available. This study will be conducted at VCU. The 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.

The VCU Wellbeing Lab invites you to participate in a research study on two stress-reduction programs for undergraduate students. VCU investigators seek to understand how two online stress reduction programs affect students’ mood and stress-related behavior. Compensation is available. Register at the following URL before Wednesday, Feb. 1.

For more information, contact Polina Beloborodova at vcu.stress.reduction@gmail.com or (804) 215-6196 or visit https://beloborodp.wixsite.com/stressreduction.