Monday, Aug. 14, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Are you saving for retirement, but need help with your short-term financial goals? Learn the basics of investing and the different types of accounts so you can optimize your savings to help you reach your goals. This session will be hosted by VCU HR and Fidelity. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/44ysFRU

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

Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

This half-hour workshop will include discussions of the various ways of importing and sharing content within Canvas LMS. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315 Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18195

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit http://learningsystems.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023 at 8:30 a.m.

The Office of the Provost - Faculty Affairs will host new orientation for faculty members on Wednesday, Aug. 16 from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Thursday, Aug. 17, from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in Room 303,James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Sessions will focus on VCU resources, mapping successful career trajectories and creating meaningful connections. New faculty members are encouraged to join any sessions their schedules allow. A reception will follow on Aug. 17 from 3:45-5 p.m. Those who wish to participate should register by Friday, Aug. 11, at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/FhQDyMp4sPRUgT5cA.

Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Join registered dietitian Samantha Haswell from Massey Cancer Center and VCU HR to learn how to set realistic and achievable nutrition goals for wellness. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3NZkpDh

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

Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023 from 11 a.m. to noon

This sixty-minute workshop will provide an overview of Canvas to prepare faculty for the upcoming semester. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315 Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18196

For more information, contact Jon Reed, Cairo Jones at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit http://learningsystems.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023 at 12:30 p.m.

SHIFT Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St., provides a space for entrepreneurs to test their ideas through sales and customer feedback. This alternative type of retail offers a lab-type approach for creative thinkers and doers to put their ideas into action. Register at https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/shift-info-wow

For more information, contact Caslin Applewhite at applewhiteec@vcu.edu or visit https://shiftretail.vcu.edu/events/.

Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Do you feel paralyzed by fears and anxieties? Are they keeping you from new relationships and professional opportunities? Given the right techniques and support, you can fight back and learn to control them. In this seminar, brought to you by VCU HR and Anthem EAP, learn to take those first steps. Register in Talent@VCU or at https://bit.ly/44toEhw

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

RecWell’s Group Exercise Program is offering a Les Mills BodyPump Instructor Training Course. Learn how to safely and effectively teach BodyPump. Program dates are Saturday, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The program is open to VCU students and RecWell members. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nadine Madison at groupexprgm@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/group-exercise/.