Friday, Jul. 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/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.

Friday, Jul. 14, 2023 at 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/.

Tuesday, Jul. 18, 2023 at noon

Staying hydrated is of paramount importance, not only in the summer but also in the cooler months. Join VCU HR and Employee Health for an online discussion about why it's necessary to keep drinking water and how to notice signs of heat exhaustion and other heat-related illnesses. The discussion will also include foods that help with hydration and those to avoid. Register in Talent@VCU or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://bit.ly/3Xn4d32.

Saturday, Jul. 22, 2023 at 9 a.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 July 14.

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

Friday, Jul. 28, 2023 from 9 a.m. to noon

HR Learning, Development, and Organizational Culture is offering new manager orientation. Complete the required leadership training and resources for managers curriculum before attending. Enroll in Talent@VCU or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shana Ryman at sryman@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnUrl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d3b04ab46-14bf-43bf-88a3-a7eb3c74ecd0.

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 Saturday, July 15.

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

Do you know an elementary school or middle school student interested in a health career? Saint Paul’s Baptist Church is holding interactive health career exploration camps. These programs will introduce campers to various health careers and feature presenters from VCU Health and VCU. Questions: Call or email the church at (804) 643-4000 or SMB@myspbc.org,

For more information, contact Karen Hill-Holliday at karen.hill@vcuhealth.org.