Student Issue for April 3, 2023

Special Announcement

Feedback Needed on Proposed New Literacies for ConnectED

The General Education Curriculum Committee and Office of the Provost are soliciting feedback on the proposed new literacies for ConnectED, VCU's general education program. All VCU faculty, staff, students and administrators are welcome to share their input. A feedback form and more information can be found at the following URL. Visit https://provost.vcu.edu/initiatives/gened/new-literacy-initiatives/ by April 10.

Today

Learn About Sexual Health With RecWell Peer Health Educators

Add to calendar 03-04-2023 13:45:00 03-04-2023 15:45:00 America/New_York Learn About Sexual Health With RecWell Peer Health Educators Join RecWell’s Peer Health Educators at James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., for an interactive, peer-led activity to reflect on wants, needs, tolerances and deal-breakers when it comes to romantic, familial and platonic relationships. Students will also be able to practice using an external condom on a model. Cabell Library Mia Liadis peerhealth@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

1:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Join RecWell’s Peer Health Educators at James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., for an interactive, peer-led activity to reflect on wants, needs, tolerances and deal-breakers when it comes to romantic, familial and platonic relationships. Students will also be able to practice using an external condom on a model.

For more information, contact Mia Liadis at peerhealth@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/well-being-resources/sexual-health/.

StudyWell: Peer Health Educators Debunked, Mpox Myth vs. Facts

Add to calendar 03-04-2023 13:45:00 03-04-2023 America/New_York StudyWell: Peer Health Educators Debunked, Mpox Myth vs. Facts Join the Peer Health Educators to separate myth from fact of Mpox as part of VCU Libraries StudyWell campaign. The session will be in the lobby of James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. James Branch Cabell Library Lobby Ryan Pander rbpander@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

1:45 p.m.

Join the Peer Health Educators to separate myth from fact of Mpox as part of VCU Libraries StudyWell campaign. The session will be in the lobby of James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Ryan Pander at rbpander@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2022-2023-ongoing/study-well-spring-2023.html.

National Public Health Week Lunchtime Speaker Series

Add to calendar 03-04-2023 12:00:00 03-04-2023 13:00:00 America/New_York National Public Health Week Lunchtime Speaker Series VCU's Department of Family Medicine and Population Health, Division of Epidemiology, will celebrate National Public Health Week April 3-9 with a noontime speaker series via Zoom today, April 3 through Wednesday, April 5. Registration is required. Zoom--registration required Jeny Beausoliel jenifer.beausoliel@vcuhealth.org DD/MM/YYYY

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Department of Family Medicine and Population Health, Division of Epidemiology, will celebrate National Public Health Week April 3-9 with a noontime speaker series via Zoom today, April 3 through Wednesday, April 5. Registration is required.

For more information, contact Jeny Beausoliel at jenifer.beausoliel@vcuhealth.org or visit https://familymedicine.vcu.edu.

First-Generation Grad Student Panel

Add to calendar 03-04-2023 16:30:00 03-04-2023 18:00:00 America/New_York First-Generation Grad Student Panel Are you a first-generation college student considering graduate school? Hear from first-gen graduates currently in a graduate program at VCU. They'll share about their decisions to go to graduate school, their experiences as first-gen college graduates and what graduate school is like for them. This session will be in the Rams Lounge, University Student Commons (lower level), 907 Floyd Ave. Rams Lounge, University Student Commons Elizabeth Bambacus bambacuses@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Are you a first-generation college student considering graduate school? Hear from first-gen graduates currently in a graduate program at VCU. They'll share about their decisions to go to graduate school, their experiences as first-gen college graduates and what graduate school is like for them. This session will be in the Rams Lounge, University Student Commons (lower level), 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927.

VCU Writing Center Workshop: American Psychological Association and Avoiding Plagiarism

Add to calendar 03-04-2023 17:00:00 03-04-2023 America/New_York VCU Writing Center Workshop: American Psychological Association and Avoiding Plagiarism Learn how to articulate your own, unique ideas in the style of your discipline. Register at the following URL. https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/ Trey Burnart Hall hallbr@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

5 p.m.

Learn how to articulate your own, unique ideas in the style of your discipline. Register at the following URL.

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

This week

Health Care Innovation Informational Session

Add to calendar 04-04-2023 12:00:00 04-04-2023 13:00:00 America/New_York Health Care Innovation Informational Session Join faculty and staff from the VCU School of Nursing and VCU da Vinci Center for Innovation to learn about a new graduate certificate program that will make it simpler for those with an interest in innovation to develop products and solutions to challenges facing the health care industry. The certificate will provide opportunities for students to advance their knowledge and skills in identifying problems and implementing solutions to foster high-quality, safe and accessible health care. Register at the following URL. Virtual Event Allison Schumacher schumacheran@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Apr. 4, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join faculty and staff from the VCU School of Nursing and VCU da Vinci Center for Innovation to learn about a new graduate certificate program that will make it simpler for those with an interest in innovation to develop products and solutions to challenges facing the health care industry. The certificate will provide opportunities for students to advance their knowledge and skills in identifying problems and implementing solutions to foster high-quality, safe and accessible health care. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Allison Schumacher at schumacheran@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/HCInfo-Apr4.

NSO General Informational Session

Add to calendar 04-04-2023 12:30:00 04-04-2023 America/New_York NSO General Informational Session VCU's National Scholarship Office will host a hybrid general informational session. Learn more about the NSO, what kinds of external funding opportunities are available, how to begin preparation now to be a strong applicant and how the organization can offer support through the application process. Students in all fields of study who are new to VCU are encouraged to attend. Register at the following URL. Hybrid Jeff Wing honorsnso@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Apr. 4, 2023 at 12:30 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will host a hybrid general informational session. Learn more about the NSO, what kinds of external funding opportunities are available, how to begin preparation now to be a strong applicant and how the organization can offer support through the application process. Students in all fields of study who are new to VCU are encouraged to attend. Register at the following URL.

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

Learn About Physical Health With RecWell Peer Health Educators

Add to calendar 04-04-2023 16:00:00 04-04-2023 18:00:00 America/New_York Learn About Physical Health With RecWell Peer Health Educators Join RecWell’s Peer Health Educators at Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., to discuss introducing physical activity and good nutrition into college life. Students will create wellness plans and brainstorm creative meal and snack choices. Cary Street Gym Mia Liadis peerhealth@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Apr. 4, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join RecWell’s Peer Health Educators at Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., to discuss introducing physical activity and good nutrition into college life. Students will create wellness plans and brainstorm creative meal and snack choices.

For more information, contact Mia Liadis at peerhealth@vcu.edu.

Assisted Living Administration: Open the Door to This Career

Add to calendar 05-04-2023 11:00:00 05-04-2023 11:30:00 America/New_York Assisted Living Administration: Open the Door to This Career Assisted living administrators make a huge impact on the lives of many. They are highly paid and in demand. VCU Gerontology is the top choice for those looking to join this field. The university has licensed Assisted Living Facility Administrators who are also faculty members. VCU Gerontology has the only NAB accredited degree program earning a Master’s in Gerontology with an Assisted Living Administration emphasis in the United States. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAscO2hpz4iGNB8XwaqQIitPqPhWD8YNqEb Catherine MacDonald macdonaldcs@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Apr. 5, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Assisted living administrators make a huge impact on the lives of many. They are highly paid and in demand. VCU Gerontology is the top choice for those looking to join this field. The university has licensed Assisted Living Facility Administrators who are also faculty members. VCU Gerontology has the only NAB accredited degree program earning a Master’s in Gerontology with an Assisted Living Administration emphasis in the United States.

For more information, contact Catherine MacDonald at macdonaldcs@vcu.edu or (571) 484-4511 or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAscO2hpz4iGNB8XwaqQIitPqPhWD8YNqEb.

VCU Writing Center Workshop: Research Writing Process

Add to calendar 05-04-2023 15:00:00 05-04-2023 America/New_York VCU Writing Center Workshop: Research Writing Process Meet the needs of a target audience by writing strong, logical, structurally sound work. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/ Trey Burnart Hall hallbr@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Apr. 5, 2023 at 3 p.m.

Meet the needs of a target audience by writing strong, logical, structurally sound work. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

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

Da Vinci Undergraduate Informational Session

Add to calendar 05-04-2023 16:00:00 05-04-2023 16:45:00 America/New_York Da Vinci Undergraduate Informational Session Are you interested in working with other students across different disciplines? Are you fascinated by creating solutions to complex problems? Have you always wanted to start a business or nonprofit? Attend a virtual informational session to learn about the da Vinci Center's undergraduate certificates. The certificates will be explained, along with programs in Product Innovation, Venture Creation and Human-centered Design and how they fit into individual academic plans. Register at the following URL. Virtual Event Mary-Chris Escobar escobarmc@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Apr. 5, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Are you interested in working with other students across different disciplines? Are you fascinated by creating solutions to complex problems? Have you always wanted to start a business or nonprofit? Attend a virtual informational session to learn about the da Vinci Center's undergraduate certificates. The certificates will be explained, along with programs in Product Innovation, Venture Creation and Human-centered Design and how they fit into individual academic plans. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mary-Chris Escobar at escobarmc@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/UGInfo-Apr5.

First-Year Rising Ceremony

Add to calendar 05-04-2023 18:00:00 05-04-2023 19:00:00 America/New_York First-Year Rising Ceremony The First-Year Rising Ceremony, presented via Zoom by First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions, is a culminating event that takes place at the end of VCU students’ first year to honor them for their dedication, fortitude and tenacity as they rise to their sophomore year. This event is open to the entire VCU community and all first-year students and their families/friends. Register at the following URL. Zoom First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions fyesye@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Apr. 5, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The First-Year Rising Ceremony, presented via Zoom by First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions, is a culminating event that takes place at the end of VCU students’ first year to honor them for their dedication, fortitude and tenacity as they rise to their sophomore year. This event is open to the entire VCU community and all first-year students and their families/friends. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions at fyesye@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsfumsqzIpGNzaDvwF0_z-eEzi_Qq5_qRQ#/registration.

VCU Robertson School Graduate Program Informational Sessions

Add to calendar 06-04-2023 12:00:00 06-04-2023 America/New_York VCU Robertson School Graduate Program Informational Sessions The VCU Robertson School will host two virtual informational sessions on the school's graduate programs on Thursday, April 6 at noon-12:30 p.m. and 5-5:30 p.m. Questions: https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/ Click on the Zoom link at the following URL. https://vcu.zoom.us/j/6684061425 Alexandra Chapman chapmanam3@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Apr. 6, 2023 at noon

The VCU Robertson School will host two virtual informational sessions on the school's graduate programs on Thursday, April 6 at noon-12:30 p.m. and 5-5:30 p.m. Questions: https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/ Click on the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alexandra Chapman at chapmanam3@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/6684061425.

Da Vinci Center Design Thinking Workshop

Add to calendar 06-04-2023 17:00:00 06-04-2023 19:00:00 America/New_York Da Vinci Center Design Thinking Workshop Join VCU da Vinci Center for a virtual Design Thinking workshop. There is an increasing emphasis on skills such as design thinking, problem-solving, adaptability and empathy to current as well as future job roles. VCU da Vinci Center is offering the opportunity to earn an “Introduction to Design Thinking” credential via a credly badge that can be posted on LinkedIn. Register at the following URL. Virtual Event Tyrone Frye fryetl@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Apr. 6, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join VCU da Vinci Center for a virtual Design Thinking workshop. There is an increasing emphasis on skills such as design thinking, problem-solving, adaptability and empathy to current as well as future job roles. VCU da Vinci Center is offering the opportunity to earn an “Introduction to Design Thinking” credential via a credly badge that can be posted on LinkedIn. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tyrone Frye at fryetl@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/dt-apr6.

Shelfie Exit Party and Pitch Competition at Shift

Add to calendar 07-04-2023 16:00:00 07-04-2023 18:00:00 America/New_York Shelfie Exit Party and Pitch Competition at Shift Come to Shift Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St., to watch Shelfies pitch their ideas and compete to win a gift card. Join team members from Capital One and the VCU da Vinci Center for a networking event designed to help student entrepreneurs at VCU. Capital One supports student innovation and entrepreneurship by being the title sponsor for VCU Demo Day 2023 as well as sponsoring all Spring 2023 Shelfies at Shift Retail Lab. Register at the following URL. 1235 W Broad St Tyrone Frye fryetl@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Apr. 7, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Come to Shift Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St., to watch Shelfies pitch their ideas and compete to win a gift card. Join team members from Capital One and the VCU da Vinci Center for a networking event designed to help student entrepreneurs at VCU. Capital One supports student innovation and entrepreneurship by being the title sponsor for VCU Demo Day 2023 as well as sponsoring all Spring 2023 Shelfies at Shift Retail Lab. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tyrone Frye at fryetl@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/shelfie-pitchcomp-apr7.

Round 1 of the VCUarts MFA Thesis Exhibitions

Add to calendar 07-04-2023 17:00:00 07-04-2023 20:00:00 America/New_York Round 1 of the VCUarts MFA Thesis Exhibitions Join VCUarts and The Anderson to celebrate the opening of Round 1 of the 2023 VCUarts MFA Thesis Exhibitions with a reception at 907 1/2 W. Franklin St. Round 1, on view April 7–21, will feature installations from 11 MFA students in the Craft/Material Studies, Kinetic Imaging, Painting + Printmaking, Photography + Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media departments. 907 1/2 W. Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23284 Monica Kinsey kinseym@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Apr. 7, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join VCUarts and The Anderson to celebrate the opening of Round 1 of the 2023 VCUarts MFA Thesis Exhibitions with a reception at 907 1/2 W. Franklin St. Round 1, on view April 7–21, will feature installations from 11 MFA students in the Craft/Material Studies, Kinetic Imaging, Painting + Printmaking, Photography + Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media departments.

For more information, contact Monica Kinsey at kinseym@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/community/news/2023-mfa-thesis-exhibition/.

Coming up

Central Va. SOCRA Chapter Meeting: Self-Monitoring for Quality Execution of the Protocol

Add to calendar 12-04-2023 11:00:00 12-04-2023 12:00:00 America/New_York Central Va. SOCRA Chapter Meeting: Self-Monitoring for Quality Execution of the Protocol The Central Virginia Society of Clinical Research Associates Chapter together with the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host a meeting via Zoom. Jeannie Farnsworth, MS, BS, CCRP, MRQA, oncology clinical scientist from ICON will discuss Self-Monitoring for Quality Execution of the Protocol. SOCRA CE will be available for those attending the meeting. Registration is required. Register at the following URL. zoom Shirley Helm shelm@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Apr. 12, 2023 from 11 a.m. to noon

The Central Virginia Society of Clinical Research Associates Chapter together with the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host a meeting via Zoom. Jeannie Farnsworth, MS, BS, CCRP, MRQA, oncology clinical scientist from ICON will discuss Self-Monitoring for Quality Execution of the Protocol. SOCRA CE will be available for those attending the meeting. Registration is required. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shirley Helm at shelm@vcu.edu or (804) 241-7340 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwufuCgqjgqGtEmkceO-xS5xGzlw1YIl0Nz.

RamBikes Adult Learn-to-Ride Workshop

Add to calendar 12-04-2023 17:00:00 12-04-2023 18:00:00 America/New_York RamBikes Adult Learn-to-Ride Workshop It's never too late to learn how to ride a bike. RamBikes can help with all the fundamentals: kicking off, getting your balance, pedaling, stopping and everything in-between. Some bikes will be available or bring your own. Workshops are held at RamBikes, 1106 W. Broad St. 1106 W Broad St Sera Erickson rambikes@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Apr. 12, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

It's never too late to learn how to ride a bike. RamBikes can help with all the fundamentals: kicking off, getting your balance, pedaling, stopping and everything in-between. Some bikes will be available or bring your own. Workshops are held at RamBikes, 1106 W. Broad St.

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

VCU P.R.I.M.E.: Making Connections

Add to calendar 12-04-2023 17:30:00 12-04-2023 19:00:00 America/New_York VCU P.R.I.M.E.: Making Connections Join VCU P.R.I.M.E. (Professional Health and Related Interests Mentoring Experiences) to connect with health professional schools outside RVA. Join breakout rooms for your program of choice, hear their admissions pitch, ask questions and much more. Programs in attendance: Dentistry (Howard University, University of North Carolina); Pharmacy (University of North Carolina); PA (South University); and Medicine (Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine). Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. On Zoom Keerthana Merugu merugukb@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Apr. 12, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join VCU P.R.I.M.E. (Professional Health and Related Interests Mentoring Experiences) to connect with health professional schools outside RVA. Join breakout rooms for your program of choice, hear their admissions pitch, ask questions and much more. Programs in attendance: Dentistry (Howard University, University of North Carolina); Pharmacy (University of North Carolina); PA (South University); and Medicine (Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine). Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Keerthana Merugu at merugukb@vcu.edu or visit http://bitly.ws/Cm7S.

Tiny Shiny Student Jewelry Sale and Exhibition

Add to calendar 13-04-2023 11:00:00 13-04-2023 18:00:00 America/New_York Tiny Shiny Student Jewelry Sale and Exhibition An opening reception for the annual Tiny Shiny jewelry sale and exhibition, which showcases works by students in VCUarts' Crafts/Materials, will be held at Dransfield Jewelers, 1308 E. Cary St. The sale and exhibition will be held 11-6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, April 13 and 14, and noon-4 p.m. Saturday, April 15. Bracelets, brooches, rings and more will be available for purchase. Dransfield Jewelers address: 1308 E Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219 Chelsea Rowe roweca2@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Apr. 13, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

An opening reception for the annual Tiny Shiny jewelry sale and exhibition, which showcases works by students in VCUarts' Crafts/Materials, will be held at Dransfield Jewelers, 1308 E. Cary St. The sale and exhibition will be held 11-6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, April 13 and 14, and noon-4 p.m. Saturday, April 15. Bracelets, brooches, rings and more will be available for purchase.

For more information, contact Chelsea Rowe at roweca2@vcu.edu or visit https://www.dransfieldjewelers.com/news/tiny-shiny.

Blackbird: An Online Journal of Literature and the Arts ... A Celebration

Add to calendar 13-04-2023 19:00:00 13-04-2023 America/New_York Blackbird: An Online Journal of Literature and the Arts ... A Celebration For more than two decades, Blackbird: An Online Journal of Literature and the Arts has been one of the web's premiere literary magazines, earning accolades and attracting an expansive readership for its diverse range of award-winning and emerging writers. As the journal undergoes a transition in advance of its late 2023 relaunch, VCU Libraries and the MFA in Creative Writing Program will devote two days — April 13 and 14 — to celebrate its achievements by featuring a select group of Blackbird alumni. James Branch Cabell Library and Online Ryan Pander rbpander@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Apr. 13, 2023 at 7 p.m.

For more than two decades, Blackbird: An Online Journal of Literature and the Arts has been one of the web's premiere literary magazines, earning accolades and attracting an expansive readership for its diverse range of award-winning and emerging writers. As the journal undergoes a transition in advance of its late 2023 relaunch, VCU Libraries and the MFA in Creative Writing Program will devote two days — April 13 and 14 — to celebrate its achievements by featuring a select group of Blackbird alumni.

For more information, contact Ryan Pander at rbpander@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2022-2023/blackbird-celebration-.html.

VCU Spring All Choir Concert

Add to calendar 13-04-2023 19:00:00 13-04-2023 America/New_York VCU Spring All Choir Concert Interested in a musical experience? Join the Voices of the Water: Choral Music Celebrating the Beauty and Power of Water, VCU’s Spring All Choir Concert under the direction of Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., and professor Lisa Fusco. The concert will be held in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall, W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Vlahcevic hall Christopher Hansen hansenc3@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Apr. 13, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Interested in a musical experience? Join the Voices of the Water: Choral Music Celebrating the Beauty and Power of Water, VCU’s Spring All Choir Concert under the direction of Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., and professor Lisa Fusco. The concert will be held in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall, W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen at hansenc3@vcu.edu.

Intercultural Festival

Add to calendar 14-04-2023 13:00:00 14-04-2023 18:00:00 America/New_York Intercultural Festival The Commons and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will host the 2023 Intercultural Festival at Monroe Park. This annual event, which dates to 2003, celebrates the cultural diversity of VCU's campus and the surrounding community. The festival showcases activities, crafts, food from local vendors and performances by student and community groups. Monroe Park Joshua Lockhart lockhart@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Apr. 14, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Commons and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will host the 2023 Intercultural Festival at Monroe Park. This annual event, which dates to 2003, celebrates the cultural diversity of VCU's campus and the surrounding community. The festival showcases activities, crafts, food from local vendors and performances by student and community groups.

For more information, contact Joshua Lockhart at lockhart@vcu.edu.

Navigating AI's Challenges and Opportunities in Teaching and Research

Add to calendar 25-04-2023 12:30:00 25-04-2023 13:30:00 America/New_York Navigating AI's Challenges and Opportunities in Teaching and Research Join a panel from the VCU School of Education to examine the challenges and opportunities related to the current and potential uses of AI technologies in education, including how AI will impact teaching and learning, teacher preparation programs and educational research. The panel will also examine the ethical considerations and effect on the implications of AI technologies for educational equity and the future of education. RSVP at the following URL. Online & In-Person Laura O'Brien lbobrien@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Apr. 25, 2023 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Join a panel from the VCU School of Education to examine the challenges and opportunities related to the current and potential uses of AI technologies in education, including how AI will impact teaching and learning, teacher preparation programs and educational research. The panel will also examine the ethical considerations and effect on the implications of AI technologies for educational equity and the future of education. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Laura O'Brien at lbobrien@vcu.edu or visit http://vcuschoolofeducation.info/AI-Panel.

Notices

Accepting Applications for Va-LEND

Va-LEND (Virginia Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities) is a virtual, interdisciplinary, graduate-level training program that helps people share ideas and learn leadership skills to improve the health and lives of children with disabilities and their families. Trainees complete classes, clinical observations, policy activities, a family mentorship experience and a customized leadership project. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jackie R. Brock at valend@vcu.edu or visit https://virginialend.partnership.vcu.edu/.

May Graduates: Complete the VCU First Destination Survey

If you're an undergraduate senior or graduate/professional student receiving your diploma this May, let us know your post-grad plans by completing the VCU First Destination Survey on Handshake. Participating students will be eligible to win prizes including a robot vacuum, AirPods, air fryer or a hard-side luggage set. All who complete the survey before July 1 will receive a 25 percent off coupon good toward a VCU-branded item from either on-campus Barnes & Noble location.

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

VCU EatWell MCV Campus Survey

RecWell Health Promotion is expanding its EatWell map to MCV Campus. The EatWell interactive map connects students with food options near them. Add your favorite nearby restaurants by April 11 to be entered to win a free T-shirt. The survey is at: https://forms.gle/QrpmUKRLTkgufiyB8.

For more information, contact Dalena Le at ledm4@vcu.edu or visit https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1Kp-ZvXCN3RvvTJLc4Z3qOoNgcaihDpk&ll=37.54748573726152%2C-77.4535973046463&z=15.

Complete the VCU Internship Survey

Did you complete an internship in Fall 2022 or Spring 2023? Have an internship lined up for Summer or Fall 2023? Take three to five minutes to complete the VCU Student Internship Survey in Handshake. Visit the following URL to let us know about your internship experience. Login is required via VCU credentials.

For more information, contact VCU Career Services at careers@vcu.edu or visit http://tinyurl.com/VCUInternship.

VCU Campus Learning Center Is Hiring Tutors and SI Leaders

The VCU Campus Learning Center is hiring student tutors and SI (supplemental instruction) leaders for the Fall 2023 semester. Tutors and SI leaders assist students with course content, study skills and other learning strategies, engage in ongoing training throughout the semester, gain professional development and leadership experience and more. The deadline to apply for Fall 2023 is April 9. See available jobs at the following URL.

For more information, contact Campus Learning Center at clc@vcu.edu or visit https://clc.vcu.edu/our-team/work-for-us/.

Publication Opportunity: Auctus

VCU’s Journal for Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship, Auctus, is accepting student submissions to its STEM, Social Sciences, Creative, Humanities and News and Noteworthy sections. Questions: Visit https://linktr.ee/auctusvcu.

For more information, contact VCU Auctus at auctus@vcu.edu or visit http://auctus.vcu.edu.

Draft Communicating With Government Officials Open for Public Comment

A draft of the new Communicating With Government Officials policy is available for public comment until Monday, April 17. Visit the following URL and click on "Policies Open for Public Comment" to access the draft policy.

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

April Is Financial Literacy Month

Need tips on how to better manage your money? Visit the following URL during April to learn more about the importance of Financial Literacy. A "Did You Know" fact from the Student Financial Management Center will be offered weekly.

For more information, contact Student Financial Management Center at sfmc@vcu.edu or visit https://sfs.vcu.edu/.

Katie’s Art Project at VCU Recruiting New Members

The goal of Katie’s Art Project is to connect children who have a life-threatening illness with artists to create a lasting legacy through art. Follow the group on Instagram (@katiesartproject_vcu) to learn more or join the eboard.

For more information, contact Meena Kakani at kakanim@vcu.edu or (571) 268-7685.

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. 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://progress.vcu.edu/participate/.

Other resources

VCU Libraries workshops

See a schedule of workshops and classes that teach how to use collections and databases.

LinkedIn Learning @ VCU

Navigate a vast library of online video tutorials to supplement teaching, learning, and professional development.

RamsConnect events

View all of the student events happening on campus and register for events that interest you.