Monday, Jul. 3, 2023 at noon

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/.

Monday, Jul. 3, 2023 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

This virtual workout, brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell, is a slower 30-minute practice focused on active stretching of muscles and opening of connective tissue. Release built-up tension, prevent injury, increase blood flow to muscles and increase long-term flexibility. No equipment requirements, though a yoga mat is recommended. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3NmuRok

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

Friday, Jul. 7, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

The VCU Human Research Protection Program invites all members of the research community to join us via Zoom for the seventh session of the HRPP Tool-Kit Training for the Community series. The topic is "Reportable New Information." Questions: Email irbeducation@vcu.edu. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Human Research Protection Program at irbeducation@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/humanresearch/?p=2646.

This class is open to individuals who are new to the aquatic environment and to those who want to become more independent in the water. Classes are taught by trained instructors in a small-group format. Session 2 classes will be held at Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center, 101 S. Linden St., Monday, July 10-Wednesday, Aug. 2, Monday and Wednesday, 6-7 p.m. Register by Wednesday, July 7 at noon.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/aquatics/adult-swim-programs/.

Join VCU's Outdoor Adventure Program for activities on the James River in July. Beginners whitewater kayaking will be offered Wednesday, July 5, and Wednesday, July 26; flatwater standup paddling on Wednesday, July 19, and whitewater rafting on Wednesday, July 12. Activities are open to VCU students and RecWell members. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emily Philpott at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/outdoor-adventure/trips-and-activities/.

Get outdoors this summer with RecWell’s Outdoor Adventure Program. Activities are open to VCU students and RecWell Members. Trip dates (registration deadlines) are: day caving, Saturday, July 8 (7/3); False Cape day hike Saturday, July 15 (7/10); and backpacking weekend Saturday-Sunday, July 22-23 (7/17).

For more information, contact Emily Philpott at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/outdoor-adventure/trips-and-activities/.

VCU School of Nursing's Mindful Moms Program welcomes those who are 12-26 weeks pregnant to join the school's free prenatal yoga or education classes during their pregnancy. Mindful Moms is an NIH-funded study seeking to understand how to best enhance mental health and well-being during pregnancy. The school welcomes those who are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed. Read about the program in Spanish at https://vcu4mindfulmoms.org/

For more information, contact Christine Aubry at mindfulmoms@vcu.edu or (804) 273-7267 or visit http://www.mindful4moms.org.