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Need to refresh your tech? Shop RamTech’s Apple Appreciation Sale in-store (1111 W. Broad St.) or online between today, Monday and Friday, May 1-5. Save even more on already low education pricing on select Apple products, with up to $250 off select Macs and iPad Pros and up to $30 off select iPads.

For more information, contact Rafael Wells at ramtech@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8324 or visit http://ramtech.vcu.edu.

Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Our communities need more certified Geriatric Care Managers, and now is a great time to jump into this fast-growing field. Complete the program at your own pace as either a full-time or part-time student. The entire program can be completed either in-person, online or a hybrid of both. And now for online students, our programs are residency tuition neutral. Online out-of-state students pay the same as in-state students. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Catherine MacDonald at macdonaldcs@vcu.edu or (571) 484-4511 or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvde2vqD4vGtN0n_1kzWrju0jn477Kc_l3.

Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Join VCU HR and RecWell for a virtual High Intensity Interval Training session. High Intensity Interval Training features all-out, quick, intense bursts of exercise followed by short, sometimes active, recovery periods. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/41UQu4J

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

Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The food you eat before, during and after cancer treatment can play a large role in your overall health and wellness. VCU Massey Cancer Center registered dietitian Samantha Haswell will offer nutrition tips and tricks via Zoom for cancer prevention, as well as recovery during and after cancer treatment. Register at https://vcu.libcal.com/event/10560376

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://www.vcuhealth.org/for-your-health/health-and-wellness-library/.

Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Pat Nana-Sinkam, Ph.D., VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research associate director, Career Development and Mentoring, will discuss the National Institutes of Health’s career development application and review process as part of the center's grant-writing series. 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/tZ0pc-Gopz0jHtAtVS5xN6AmVJ0C6iNFD8lT.

Monday, May 8, 2023 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Rejuvenate and revive yourself during stressful times with this mindful yoga class brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell. The session incorporates meditation and breath work to reconnect you with your inner self to find peace. Register in Talent@VCU or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://bit.ly/3ovGdgN.

Monday, May 8, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Shane Desselle, RPh, Ph.D., FAPhA, will speak at the next seminar via Zoom hosted by VCU's Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation. The title of his talk will be "Improving the Quality of Publications in and Advancing the Paradigms of Clinical and Social Pharmacy: The Granada Statements," Those who attend will receive free CE. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sydney Weber at cppi@vcu.edu or visit https://cppi.pharmacy.vcu.edu/seminars/seminar-series/may-cppi-seminar.html.

Monday, May 15, 2023 at 1 p.m.

Off-campus supervisors seeking to hire work-study students for the 2023-24 academic year must attend a training session on May 15 at 1 p.m. outlining program expectations and updated requirements. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeanette Hickl at jwhickl@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/FWS515.

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 2 p.m.

On-campus supervisors seeking to hire work-study students for the 2023-24 academic year must attend a May 16 training session via Zoom outlining program expectations and updated requirements. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeanette Hickl at jwhickl@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/FWS51623.

Monday, May 22, 2023 from noon to 2 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office (NSO) will host a free workshop series that will prepare participants to tackle major applications for postgraduate scholarships on May 22-26 from noon-2 p.m. Led by the NSO staff, the workshop will address topics such as how to write about yourself, how to connect past experiences and future goals, how to select those who will recommend you and how to speak to the values and mission of the award for which you are applying. Questions: http://nso.vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson at honorsnso@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/W7DR6DzN9EZdMjSPA.

R.M.C. Security will conduct extra mobile and foot patrols in and around Cabell Library through Tuesday, May 9. This includes additional R.M.C. Security staff outside the library and on nearby blocks from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. daily through finals season. VCU Police officers patrol both of VCU’s campuses 24/7 and can be reached by calling (804) VCU-1234 at any time. Community members can also use the LiveSafe app to text with VCUPD dispatchers or send in safety tips.

For more information, contact VCU Police at policedept@vcu.edu.

Human Resources will present "Retiring With the VCU Optional Retirement Plan." These sessions will be open to VCU faculty and VCU University and Academic Professionals, not VCU Health System employees. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Benefits at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit https://bit.ly/3xuwHLZ.

Human Resources will present "How to Retire With the Virginia Retirement System" for VCU employees. These sessions are open to VCU employees only, not VCU Health System employees. View upcoming sessions at the following URL. For more information, contact VCU Benefits at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit https://bit.ly/3NqLY7a

For more information, contact VCU Benefits at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit https://bit.ly/3NqLY7a.

We need your help encouraging upcoming May 2023 graduates to complete the VCU First Destination Survey. Open to undergraduate seniors and graduate/professional students completing their degree programs, survey data helps VCU improve student services and recruitment. Graduating students who complete the survey will be eligible to win exciting prizes. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Danielle Pearles at ddpearles@vcu.edu or visit http://tiny.cc/VCUFDS23.

Teaching and research faculty who plan to participate in the faculty processional at VCU Commencement at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 13 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 N. Third St., should RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact University Events at UNIVevents@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/mayfaculty2023.

As of Jan. 10, 2023 VCU HR provided enhanced leave accrual rates to veteran classified and UAP employees in alignment with updates to DHRM’s Policy 4.10. VCU will also adjust the annual leave accrual rate for faculty and the university leave accrual rate for University and Academic Professionals in a similar manner. Eligible employees must supply DD-214 documentation for each period of military service to receive this benefit.

For more information, contact VCU Leave Administration at leave@vcu.edu.

Cabell Library will begin accepting event space requests today, May 1, for July 1-December. Be sure to review the guidelines on the website prior to submitting an event request. All requests must be submitted via the Event Request Form. Email submissions will not be accepted. Questions: https://www.library.vcu.edu/spaces-tech/classrooms-and-event-spaces/ View a planning form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ryan Pander at rbpander@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgrqn27AQZd_Jmoujf06dshAHLtP8NUZx88SkqvfIbdUTQfg/viewform.

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. Amazon gift card compensation is available. Participation in this research study is voluntary.

For more information, contact Kristina Hood, Ph.D., at progresslab@vcu.edu or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VmlFqlb19CZYWi.