10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St., will host a review of research on the role adverse childhood experiences play in developing potential physical, mental and behavioral problems later in life. Facilitators will be Jacquelyn Smith-White, Octavia Marsh and Yolanda Hall from Henrico Prevention Services. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland, Ph.D., at garlandvw@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2696 or visit https://mfyc.vcu.edu/rydn/training/.

12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Robertson School will host two virtual informational sessions for prospective students to learn more about the graduate programs, on Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 12-12:30 p.m. and 5-5:30 p.m. Join a session https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad.

For more information, contact Alexandra Chapman at chapmanam3@vcu.edu or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.

12 p.m.

Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide an overview of the two program formats (online cohort and flexible), curriculum and admissions process. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hawley Smyth at smythh@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5127 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/event-webinar-mba-112923.

5:30 p.m.

Recharge and reset with VCU's office of Multicultural Student Affairs, Suite 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. In this season of finals, relax in a space and listen to music, practice self-care and make connections. Dinner will be served (a taco bar). Additionally, two yoga mats, OMSA swag and a DIY Zen Gardens Kit will be raffled off.

For more information, contact Jair Lecky at leckyjj@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

VCUarts Theatre will present the last work of celebrated French satirist Molière at the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Set in 17th century France, the melodramatic Argan suffers from imagined ills and unnecessary treatments. When he attempts to marry off his daughter to save money on medical bills, the whole household joins to save true love and give Argan's doctors a dose of their own medicine. Audiences can expect over-the-top emotions, physical comedy and beautiful “period-ish” costumes and design. Tickets are $10 for the VCU community. Performances this weekend only.

For more information, contact VCUarts Theatre Box Office at theatretix@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1514 or visit https://bit.ly/vcutheatretix.

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 at 10 a.m.

The Honors College offers opportunities to discover individual passions and connect with a diverse student body to develop a standard of excellence. Students from all disciplines and backgrounds are encouraged to apply to the Honors College. Current VCU students interested in joining the Honors College must attend one Honors College interest session prior to admission. A confirmation email with the Zoom link will be sent on the day of the session. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Will Gilbert at gilbertws@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegqGLcYjk152FmM6MC0AWl7OuiOpoYkSrU1xCTNVyTZ7UEzA/viewform.

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 at 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Graphic Design will host designer and artist Somnath Bhatt as part of the department’s Objects and Methods Lecture Series. Bhatt, born and raised in Ahmedabad, India, is an advocate for the peer-to-peer model of designing and for the decolonization of the field. Somnath’s writing has appeared in AIGA Eye on Design, MOLD Magazine and the Walker Reader. The talk will be in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact David Shields at dwshields@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

One of the most active blockchain protocols is coming to campus. With a market cap of over $20 billion, Solana is the leading proof-of-stake blockchain known for its speed, composability and efficiency. The session will be held at SHIFT Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St. Network with industry experts focused on scaling the Web 3 space and actively building on the Solana blockchain. Free food, drinks and merchandise will be available. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Francesca Bercasio at bercasiof@vcu.edu or visit https://lu.ma/VCUxSolana.

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., will host a service project to assemble bags containing clothing and toiletries for distribution to the Red Door Ministry. Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity and Alpha Kappa Alpha are co-sponsoring. The event is open to all.

For more information, contact Russ Kerr at kerrr@vcu.edu or visit http://thepacecenter.com.

Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 at 1:30 p.m.

The members of Entrepreneurship Practice: Bush-601 are seeking volunteers to participate in a focus group regarding parking experiences at VCU. This group will be conducted via Zoom. Participants will have the opportunity to win a $50 gift card which will be raffled at the end of the session. Join the session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ahmad Lewis at lewisa20@vcu.edu or (612) 360-4090 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/4098959093.

Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023 from noon to 3 p.m.

RVA Relationship Builders at VCU is seeking volunteers to participate in a community walk sponsored by Richmond Police and community partners. The organization hopes to better understand how to serve the community. Participants will assemble at Hood Temple, 16 W. Clay St., and knock on doors across Jackson Ward to understand the needs and issues of residents. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rohan Rathi at rathir2@vcu.edu. or (757) 754-0460 or visit http://tinyurl.com/JWardWalk.

Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 at noon

Join staff from VCU's da Vinci Center to learn about the Master of Product Innovation program. This cross-disciplinary master’s program focuses on students applying knowledge in advanced product innovation, entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship topics with real-life clients. Register for the virtual session at https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/mpi124

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

Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 at 5 p.m.

The Association of Students with Disabilities and Chronic Conditions will host Lily G from the Instagram art account @inked.bunnyx to discuss her path as a disabled multi-media artist who has created an art/advocacy business. Lily is a multichannel influencer who combines advocacy and education about disabilities with selling art and candid posts about her life as a disabled person. The event will be held via Zoom; register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rohan Rathi at asdcc@vcu.edu or visit http://tinyurl.com/LilyGSpeaks.

Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 from 10 a.m. to noon

Shannon Cassano, Side By Side, will speak at this event, hosted by Richmond Youth Development Network, to be held at Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. This session seeks to increase knowledge of LGBTQ+ identities and terminology, increase knowledge of the unique experiences of LGBTQ+ youth related to mental and behavioral health, identify common risks and pathways to risk connected to LGBTQ+ youth, identify best practices and protective factors to support LGBTQ+ youth and identify resources for future support and education. Register at the following email address.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at Garlandvw@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2696 or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/71/1701874800000.

Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

TEDxVCU will host a game night in the Underground, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Come dressed in your comfiest PJ’s for free hot chocolate, cookies and classic board games. Register at RamsConnect.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Join Media Production students as they display their semester-long films. There will be a screening of five projects (not in order): "Growing Through the Motions" by 410 Productions; a set of commercials by Monique Lilly; "NIGHTCRWLR," a documentary by Cameryn Turner and Zachary Watkins; "Revving Rivalry," a documentary by Jordan Adams; and "Rosewood," a documentary by Rachel Dryers. The presentations, by MASC 484 Media Foundry and MASC 410 Media Entrepreneurship, will be screened in the auditorium, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Ashley Miller at milleram15@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023 from 10 a.m. to noon

VCU Gerontology Community and Continuing Education in partnership with the Virginia Department of Social Services will present a session via Zoom. When it comes to coordinating care and receiving care, a person-centered approach promotes collaboration, communication and compassion for all involved. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emily Foreman at gerocce@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/pcc-dec-2023.

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Wilder School’s Experienced Supervisors Institute is open for registration. This three-day course at Westover at Maymont will help participants build the necessary competencies to move beyond the role of a managing supervisor and become an influential leader. The insstitute focuses on advanced supervision tools and tips and an introspective look at what it takes to succeed in challenging climates. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Deb Taminger at dktaminger@vcu.edu or visit http://www.pmg.vcu.edu.

Would you be interested in real-time updates of parking availability? Would you be interested in a predictive feature that suggests the best times to find parking in designated areas? The members of Entrepreneurship Practice: Bush-601 are seeking feedback for a survey about parking problems at VCU. See the survey at the following URL. Participants will have the opportunity to win a raffle for a $50 gift card. Also, a parking focus group will be held via Zoom (https://vcu.zoom.us/j/4098959093) at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2.

For more information, contact Ahmad Lewis at lewisa20@vcu.edu or (612) 360-4090 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWGMv6AT6tHuDOzLc2rv5sYGcCSwHAkmTB552PT5fnOwglqA/viewform.

Apply VCU's tuition benefit toward a Certificate in Clinical Research. The two-year, part-time 12-credit hour program is geared for individuals seeking to enter clinical research, transition career paths or obtain professional development. Virtual drop-in Q&A sessions will be available Tuesday and Thursday at 3 p.m. through Nov. 30 via the following zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83135762622?pwd=SXVqMDdRWHVmWG1yRFh2Wldjc0tHdz09

For more information, contact Catherine Brown, program coordinator, at crbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://bulletin.vcu.edu/graduate/office-research/center-clinical-translational-research/clinical-research-cert/#degreerequirementstext.

Nominations for the VCU Staff Senate Awards for Excellence are now open. The awards provide the exposure and recognition of the efforts and achievements of VCU and VCU Health staff. Make a nomination by Thursday, Dec. 21 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Andrea Wight at staffsenate@vcu.edu or visit https://staffsenate.vcu.edu/initiatives/awards-for-excellence/.

VCU Staff Senate is seeking presenters for the 2024 VCU Career Development Conference to share their knowledge and skills with their colleagues in an interactive and creative format. The deadline is Friday, Dec. 8. Submit your proposal at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rodney Steppe at stepperl@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/careerdev.

The Wright Center will offer an eight-week Certified Clinical Research Professionals Exam Study Group in February 2024. Enrollment requires proof of exam eligibility and a scheduled date to sit for the exam. Interested individuals should submit a Society of Clinical Research Associates Certification application no later than Sunday, Dec. 31 to allow adequate time for processing and approval. Sign up at the following email address.

For more information, contact Catherine Brown at crbrown@vcu.edu.

Celebrate the mothers of the OB MOTIVATE Clinic at VCU Health by donating to the Winter Wishes fund, which was created to provide patients with something special for themselves and their babies during the holidays as they continue their recovery journey. Visit the following URL to donate.

For more information, contact OB MOTIVATE Clinic at culbertml@vcu.edu or (804) 314-5651 or visit https://give.chfrichmond.org/campaign/2023-motivate-clinic/c516228.

Through Friday, Dec. 1, full-time VCU faculty and staff can shop in-store using payroll deduction and pay zero percent down at purchase. Discounted items include iPads, MacBooks, AirPods, Apple Watches and more. In addition, receive 20 percent off your entire Barnes & Noble @ VCU purchase all week.

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

VCU's Collaboration Services announces a more organized way to see what Drive files you have that need activity from you on both the Web and on Mobile, a new way to respond to some of those things through the Drive app for Google Chat and 1:1 Google Meet calls on mobile. See details at the following URL.

For more information, contact Doctor Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/drgee/2023/11/27/google-updates-recap-for-october-23-november-24-2023/.

We are inviting male and female participants with elevated blood pressure between the ages of 18-45 years to participate in a study to examine how the time of day that you eat affects your blood pressure, blood vessel function and kidney function. This study involves a screening visit to determine eligibility; two single-day interventions where you will eat a meal that we provide in the morning or late at night; and two visits to our laboratory. The study involves collection of blood, saliva and urine samples, in addition to blood pressure, blood vessel and body composition assessments. The study is conducted at VCU Kinesiology & Health Sciences Building on the Monroe Park Campus. Participants will be compensated for their time completing the study. Questions: Contact Natalie Bohmke at the following email address or Danielle Kirkman at dlkirkman@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Natalie Bohmke at bohmkenj@vcu.edu.

The EqCHO Lab at VCU is conducting a study on the stress experiences of young Black women. We would like to use the information gained from this study to develop a stress reduction program to improve cardiovascular health among young African American women. Resources will be provided on stress and health management. The study will take place over two consecutive weeks. Compensation is available. To check your eligibility and to sign up, visit: https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=KYP34XPP8J7A8JJX

For more information, contact Anika Hines at alhines@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5030 or visit http://facebook.com/eqcholabvcu.