11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Are you a VCU campus partner interested in hosting a WOW event for Fall 2023? Join us for a virtual informational session for event planners and hosts. Learn about RamsConnect and the schedule of events to help welcome VCU's newest Rams. The Zoom link for the event is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/3579581530.

For more information, contact Bria Taylor at taylorbc7@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/wow/events/.

Wednesday, Jun. 21, 2023 at noon

Damian Pitt, Ph.D., associate professor in the Wilder School’s urban and regional studies and planning program, will discuss recent trends and emerging issues related to energy policy, climate action and equity in Virginia. This includes an overview of his work as the associate director of policy and community engagement with the new Institute of Sustainable Energy and Environment at VCU. The event will be moderated by Meghan Z. Gough, Ph.D., associate professor of urban and regional planning. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vfb0RpbIT22GJIN9w40XXw#/registration.

Wednesday, Jun. 21, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU Online and Continuing and Professional Education will present this session via Zoom as part of the Annual 3rd Wednesdays FREE Community Series. Join Brianne Jackson, Ph.D., director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, to discover how UDL principles can be applied to various learning environments, whether in the classroom or training room. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Online and Continuing and Professional Education at ocpe@vcu.edu or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/community.

Thursday, Jun. 22, 2023 from 11 a.m. to noon

Join Jeff Holland, Society for Financial Awareness, for a discussion about common financial management mistakes. He will offer financial planning suggestions and simple remedies. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3otYmMk

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

Thursday, Jun. 22, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Summertime is great for picnics and cookouts, but its also a time when there is an increase in food poisoning and animal bites. Join Educational Specialist Shelly Clary from the Virginia Poison Center at the Health and Wellness Library or via Zoom to hear about how to prevent food poisoning, damage from the sun, harmful pool chemicals and animal bites. Register at https://vcu.libcal.com/event/10778013

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2022-2023-ongoing/health-and-wellness-library-programs.html.

Friday, Jun. 30, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU Massey Cancer Center will host its annual Walter Lawrence Research Retreat June 30 in honor of Walter Lawrence Jr., M.D., director emeritus. A reception will be held June 29 at the VCUHealth Adult Outpatient Pavilion, 1001 E. Leigh St. The retreat will be held June 30 at the Richmond Marriott Hotel, 500 E. Broad St., with abstract presentations and keynote speaker Marcia Cruz-Correa, M.D., Ph.D., University of Puerto Rico Comprehensive Cancer Center.

For more information, contact Marianne Johnson at johnsonm41@vcu.edu or visit https://cvent.me/KL3gq5.

Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Continuing and Professional Education will begin another live-online cohort of the VCU Paralegal Certificate Program on Aug. 22. The program prepares ambitious professionals to enter Virginia’s growing legal job market and takes just six months to complete, running through March 5, 2024. Learn about prerequisites, available discounts and the benefits of exploring paralegal education at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Continuing and Professional Education at ocpe@vcu.edu or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/paralegal.

Friday, Nov. 3, 2023 at 10 a.m.

Are you a student curious about podcasting? A producer looking to pick up additional skills? An avid listener who wants a look behind the scenes? VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St., will host RESONATE, a two-day podcast festival, on Nov. 3-4 featuring workshops, performances and exhibitions. The free event is open to all.

For more information, contact Natalie Hale at halene@vcu.edu or visit https://www.resonatepodfest.com/.

June is National Safety Month. According to the National Safety Council, preventable injuries (“accidents”) are the fourth-leading cause of death in the United States. The first step in safety is hazard recognition. Remember to take a moment to first understand your surroundings before taking action, whether it is a new work task, moving a heavy box or walking across the street. The Occupational Safety Team asks that you stay alert and if you see unsafe conditions or unsafe behaviors, tell someone (srm.vcu.edu / occsafety@vcu.edu).

For more information, contact Chad Hammack at occsafety@vcu.edu.

RecWell Children's Swim Lessons will be held on Saturday mornings at the Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center, 101 S. Linden St. Parent/Child, Preschool 1, 2 and 3 will be offered for children ages six months to 5 years. Register for Summer Session 2 by July 7 at noon.

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

Registration is open for Makers' Training Workshops and Makers’ Courses (Modules I, II, and III), for VCU students, faculty and staff who seek to use College of Engineering Makerspaces. Orientation and general safety training, offered through the College, must be completed before registering for advanced courses. Morning sections are available this summer. Visit the following URL to view upcoming training and details on discounts/financial assistance for engineering students.

For more information, contact VCU Continuing and Professional Education at ocpe@vcu.edu or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/engineering.