12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Most employees today will have to take care of an older relative while they are still taking care of their own families. This is known as the “sandwich generation.” This virtual class, presented by VCU HR and Anthem EAP, will talk about how to collect information, communicate with compassion, be proactive and respectful, and cope with the issues that the sandwich generation must face. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3q4WdXW

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

12 p.m.

VCU's Online MBA program, ranked 17th by U.S. News and 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 for the informational session at the following URL or join via Zoom at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/87878677673

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-061223?program=OMBA.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Learn from current students and recent alums about their experiences in the Master of Science in Health Administration program, a hybrid graduate degree geared toward health care professionals. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/kMBUJyox3cpGdDAV8.

Wednesday, Jun. 14, 2023 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Robertson School will host two virtual informational sessions for prospective students to learn more about the graduate certificate in media and leadership on Wednesday, June 14 at noon-12:30 p.m. and 5-5:30 p.m. Join the session at the following URL. Questions: https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/certificate-in-media-and-leadership/

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

Wednesday, Jun. 14, 2023 from noon 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/86793961917

For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gsib@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4622 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/event-webinar-mba-061423?program=MBA.

Thursday, Jun. 15, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Are you a VCU campus partner interested in hosting a Weeks of Welcome 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. View the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Bria Taylor at taylorbc7@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/3579581530.

Wednesday, Jun. 21, 2023 at 5 p.m.

RecWell will offer the American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course, which prepares participants to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies. This course meets OSHA requirements for workplace CPR/AED and first aid training. Successful completion of this course provides participants with a certificate valid for two years. The class will be taught at the Cary Street Gym. 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL by June 13.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/lead/certifications/american-red-cross-certifications/.

The deadline to submit entries for the University Academic Advising Board Awards Program is June 16. The goal of the program is to encourage wider support and recognize outstanding advising at VCU. Awards are presented across several different categories to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in advising, innovation and administration. Nominations should be made at the following URL. Read each award description and submission guidelines carefully.

For more information, contact University Academic Advising Board at uaab@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd41J5SvNI29nkg_WDt3qhST4-nZ--zasYV1yUzLO9JPP9YOQ/viewform.

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. Sign up for an information session thecommonsvcu.com/WOW. Complete an event submission form at the following URL by July 15.

For more information, contact Bria Taylor at taylorbc7@vcu.edu or (804) 688-7760 or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/s81878.

Hear from guest blogger Jason Block about when you can speak as an individual to government officials and when we need to speak with one (VCU) voice. Read it at the following URL. Questions: https://blogs.vcu.edu/ico/

For more information, contact Kim McQuillen at mcquillenka@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2028 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/ico/2023/06/01/speaking-with-one-voice/.

Over the past year, VCU Human Resources has been leading Career Pathing @VCU. This initiative aims to enhance career development opportunities at VCU by providing a menu of activities to help staff members plan their future, enhance their knowledge and skills to master their current jobs and identify paths for promotions and internal job transfers. Staff members can now access their career path frameworks on the career pathing website.

For more information, contact Bobbi Gouffon at gouffonb@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/career-development/career-pathing/.