Student Issue for June 13, 2023
Today
Da Vinci Undergraduate Informational Session
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 an informational session to learn about the da Vinci Center's graduate certificates. Programs in Product Innovation and Venture Creation will be explained, as well as classes in human-centered design and how they can fit into future academic plans. Questions: https://davincicenter.vcu.edu Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.
For more information, contact Caslin Applewhite at applewhiteec@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/83048835818?pwd=RFBEa09IbUsvQlFuRksyU01PbGtzQT09.
This week
Ramscaping Your Google Storage
Wednesday, Jun. 14, 2023 at 9 a.m.
Like a front lawn, your Google account can become unruly without the proper maintenance. Emails need to be collected and trashed, Drive files need to be pruned and you need all the right tools for the job. Follow Collaboration Services' eight-week journey to learn how to prune, trim and maintain your Google account.
For more information, contact Dr. Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/drgee/category/general-news/project-updates/storage-cleanup/ramscaping/.
Notices
Recreation and Well-Being Summer Sweat Small Group Training Session 2
Learn the foundational methods of cardio and resistance training and program design with the Summer Sweat Series small group training. Each week participants will work with a certified trainer to learn about new equipment and exercises to build skill and knowledge of proper technique and progressions. Session 2 runs Monday, July 3-Friday, Aug. 11, Tuesday and Thursday, 9-10 a.m. at Cary Street Gym. 101 S. Linden St. Register by Friday, June 30.
For more information, contact Tanika Santos-MacSwain at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/small-group-training/.
Fall Parking Permit Sales
The Monroe Park Campus parking sale will take place on Wednesday, June 21, at 9 a.m. Monroe Park Campus commuter and housing permits will be available for purchase online on a first-come, first-served basis at this time. Starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 3, students interested in purchasing an MCV Campus commuter permit can log in to apps.parking.vcu.edu/mcvwebsales to indicate their parking preferences. The lottery will remain open until 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 6.
For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit https://parking.vcu.edu/parking/students/.
WoW '23 Event Submissions
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.
Pass it Forward
The Richmond Clean City Commission is working with VCU and other local partners to help VCU students reduce the amount of material that is discarded during move-out time. Before throwing something out, see if it can be donated for reuse at a local thrift store, recycled or composted. Check the following URL to see how landfill space can be saved.
For more information, contact LIsa Mathews-Ailsworth at offcampus@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit https://linktr.ee/rvacleancitycommission.
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Provides Trauma-Informed Training
VCU Equity and Access Services will host training by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services through Thursday, June 15. The department will provide Trauma-Responsive Investigations and Sexual Assault Victim Interviews training to VCU's Title IX investigators and other participants from around the Commonwealth. Register at the following URL
For more information, contact Equity and Access Services at equity@vcu.edu or visit https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/node/8969.
Enrolling Now for TEENS!, a Virtual Weight-Management Program for 12-16 Year-Olds
Are you concerned about your teen’s weight? We can help. TEENS is a research program that includes a four-month family-based lifestyle intervention - all conducted virtually - for teens ages 12 to 16 with overweight or obesity. The program is offered by Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU. It includes weekly, virtual group classes for teens and parents that cover topics such as healthy eating, physical activity and goal-setting. Teens also participate in exercise sessions led by personal trainers.
For more information, contact Sarah Farthing at teens@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-8336 or visit http://www.chrichmond.org/TEENS.
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.