12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide applicants with an overview of the program, curriculum and admissions process. A Q&A session will also be included. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/82752934149/ Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gsib@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4622 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/event-webinar-event-071423?program=MBA&_gl=1*j2ag0*_ga*NTQ5NTMzNjU4LjE2NTc3MzIwMjg.*_ga_WMHV0FXMBD*MTY4OTA5NTExOS4yMS4xLjE2ODkxMDkxNjEuNjAuMC4w.

2 p.m.

Learn to feel comfortable with the process of paraphrasing in academic writing. 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/.

Tuesday, Jul. 18, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Learn how to use the Human Research Protection Program Took Kit and the new procedures and processes for IRB submissions at an in-person and online training session. This training, which will be held in the Founders Conference room, 800 E. Leigh St., is designed for those within the VCU research community. Lunch will be provided to those who attend in-person. Register for the training by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/e14qgfWdezpdWH3w9

For more information, contact VCU Human Research Protection Program at irbeducation@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0868 or visit https://research.vcu.edu/human-research/hrppirb/.

Wednesday, Jul. 19, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

There is a saying that “60 is the new 40.” The way our society looks at age is changing. We have longer lifespans and face new health challenges as a result. This workshop brought to you by VCU HR and Anthem EAP will include a discussion about age as a state of mind. The way we relate to our surroundings influences our perception of the aging experience. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3NOdCgY

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

Friday, Jul. 21, 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 final session of the HRPP Tool-Kit Training for the Community series. The topic is "Open Forum/Emerging Topics." 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.

Monday, Jul. 24, 2023 at 5 p.m.

VCU's Online MBA program, ranked 17th by U.S. News & World Report for student engagement, is still accepting applications for Fall 2023. Learn why this synchronous two-year cohort format is a great choice for working professionals; current students have an average work experience of 10 years and the graduation rate is over 90 percent. Register at the following URL or join via Zoom at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/84047126249 Questions: https://business.vcu.edu/graduate-programs/online-mba/

For more information, contact Robert Clarkson at rmclarkson@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1597 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/event-webinar-omba-072423?program=OMBA&_gl=1*bqbnz4*_ga*NjYzMjc5NTI2LjE2NzA2MTI0MjQ.*_ga_WMHV0FXMBD*MTY4OTA4MDA0My4yNS4xLjE2ODkwODIxNjMuNjAuMC4w.

Weeks of Welcome is a comprehensive, campus-wide initiative taking place in the first few weeks of the semester. Consider hosting a program or event during WoW that will be advertised to the VCU community via RAMsConnect. Complete an event submission form at the following URL by July 15.

For more information, contact Bria Taylor at taylorbc7@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/s81878.

As part of its commitment to continuous improvement, the Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) is developing a new 10-year plan for improving service, built on a foundation of feedback from the community, both riders and non-riders — and they need your help. Take the Transit Priorities Survey, consisting of 25 quick questions, to share your thoughts and ideas by Friday, July 14, at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GRTCSurveyENG.

Field research is an important part of many research and teaching programs at VCU. Do you have any safety concerns related to field research, or are you seeking relevant safety training resources? VCU Safety and Risk Management wants to hear from you. Click on the following survey link about field research activities and safety.

For more information, contact Travis Anthony at anthonytl@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/uc28MyGgqYP3XKYJ7.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs is hiring Federal Work Study part-time office assistants for the 2023-24 school year. Applicants must have accepted the FWS award and should apply through Handshake (Job #7955213). Apply at the following URL by Friday, July 21.

For more information, contact David Brown at dgbrown@vcu.edu or visit http://vcu.joinhandshake.com.