11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Whether you're completely new to Canvas or just want to brush off some summer rust, this course will provide an overview of Canvas as well as some features that will help you prepare for Fall. Register at the following URL. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/s/2324828315

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18191.

5 p.m.

Learn to meet the needs of your audience with strong, logical, structurally sound 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/.

Wednesday, Jul. 26, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Wilder School via Zoom for a Lunch and Learn session featuring Peter Blake (B.A.’80; M.S.’88), director of the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Blake will discuss the role of SCHEV, current priorities and recent trends. The session will conclude with an open discussion regarding where to focus our resources for the future. The event will be moderated by Robyn McDougle, Ph.D. (M.S.’00; Ph.D.’03), associate professor and associate dean of research and outreach. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Slipher at wilderschool@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eXvUKM27QWi4sF7NhaNnYw#/registration.

Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023 at 6 p.m.

The VCU Office of Alumni Relations hosts a Virtual Book Club for Rams who enjoy reading, personal growth and lifelong learning. The next reading selection will be “The Light We Carry” by Michelle Obama. The former first lady shares insight, wisdom and practical ways to be hopeful and steady in an uncertain world. Through personal reflections, she inspires readers to look inward to find their light. Participation is free; just sign up at the following URL and grab your copy of the book to enjoy.

For more information, contact Tiera Byrd at mcguiretj@vcu.edu or visit https://www.pbc.guru/vcu/join.

VCU will welcome new and returning students to campus through the Weeks of Welcome (WoW), which will be held Friday, Aug. 18-Sunday, Sept. 10. WoW Student Ambassadors are volunteer leaders who support the many program offerings throughout Weeks of Welcome, a tradition at the university. Gain leadership and service experience, volunteer your time to earn WoW Ambassador swag and welcome students into the ramily. Apply to be a WoW Ambassador at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lauren Lackey at lklackey@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/wowambassadors/home/.

VCU's Career Services is hiring part-time Federal Work Study Peer Career Advisers for the upcoming 2023-24 academic year. Locate the position posting on Handshake and reach out to the following email address by Friday, July 28.

For more information, contact Skylar Gonzalez at gonzalezcr@vcu.edu.

Bundle your tech to ensure you’re ready for the school year. RamTech’s Back-to-School bundles are available for faculty, staff and students who need new technology. A bundle includes a laptop, Adobe and/or Microsoft Office and a four-year Safeware extended warranty plan. Questions: Visit the following URL and follow @RamTechVCU.

For more information, contact Rafael Wells at ramtech@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8324 or visit https://ramtech.vcu.edu.

VCU and the City of Richmond will conduct a training exercise Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the University Student Commons on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. A heavy presence of police, EMTs, firefighters and emergency vehicles from various agencies will be in the area. The exercise will include simulated gunfire sounds inside the building and volunteers will role-play as victims on site. The University Student Commons (907 Floyd Ave.), Grace E. Harris Hall Auditorium (1015 Floyd Ave.) and the walkway between these facilities will be closed to the public during the training. Road closures on Wednesday, Aug. 2, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. will include North Linden Street between Park Avenue and Floyd Avenue, Floyd Avenue between North Harrison and North Cherry Streets and North Cherry Street between Floyd Avenue and West Main Streets.

For more information, contact VCU Police at policedept@vcu.edu.

VCU chorus auditions will be held Tuesday, Aug. 22, from 2-4:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Aug. 23, from noon–2:40 p.m. in the Recital Hall, James W. Black Music Center, 1015 Grove Ave. All choral ensembles are open to all students, regardless of major. Audition information is available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/academics/departments/music/ensembles/vocal-ensemble/vocal-ensemble-audition-info/.

If you frequently use opioids or cocaine or do not use drugs, you may be able to participate in a research study. The goal of the study is to test an assessment battery that could be used to personalize treatment for people who use substances. If this is of interest, call the following telephone number or email the following address.

For more information, contact VCU Research IDAS at study4u@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3784.