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This is a full week of events for graduate students interested in learning more about how to find success in their careers following graduate school. This week is being sponsored by the VCU Graduate School, Career Services and Business Career Services. Each event will fall between Monday, Nov. 6, and Friday, Nov. 10. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jamal Davis at davisjc24@vcu.edu or visit https://graduate.vcu.edu/events/.

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The history department's Alexandrian Society will present its fall 2023 lecture with Natasha Lightfoot, Ph.D., in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Andrea Wight at wighta@vcu.edu or visit https://history.vcu.edu/events/event-items/the-unfinished-afterlives-of-slavery-freedom-and-reparations-in-the-caribbean.html.

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Do you have questions? VCU's School of Education has answers. Join this general question-and-answer session to get any questions about any program in the School of Education answered by a current student. Questions: Email the following address.

For more information, contact Jenna Lenhardt at soeinfo@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 at noon

Join VCU HR and Taylor Crouch, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, to learn how compassion, mental health and wellness can connect to strengthen our self-image and relationships with others – and what we can do to love ourselves and others more. Register in Talent@VCU or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/46G7kaf.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and Health Sciences Library will present a lunch research seminar via Zoom. Pamela Dillon, VCU Wright Center, and John Cyrus, Health Science Library, will discuss NIH biosketches and how to use bibliometrics for maximum impact. Questions: Visit http://www.cctr.vcu.edu Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm D., at pmdillon@vcu,edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlfuusqTsjGdL_Gwe5MJ9jj7Go34dN1rk3.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 at noon

Safety at VCU is a topic of great relevance to the VCU community. To better understand how students, staff and faculty are navigating feelings of safety on campus, the College of Humanities and Sciences (CHS) Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee (IDEC), in connection with the Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success (IES), is hosting listening sessions with the goal of offering support and actionable items across the college. The session will be held in person (Room 303, Franklin Street Gym, 817 W. Franklin St.) and via Zoom. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact CHS IDEC at scjones4@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/JpiP4PW6UAKFPN9F8.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Join the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) and the Association of Students with Disabilities and Chronic Conditions (ASDCC) for an inclusive paint and sip event. The event will be held in the OMSA offices, Suite 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amala Thomas at thomasac4@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1930646.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

In this hands-on workshop with VCU HR facilitators, participants will practice creating or updating their career development plan using the career pathing tool. You will have the opportunity to discuss the intersection between a career path and a career development plan, practice using a career path framework to create or update an individualized career development plan and leverage the facilitators as a resource. This is likely the last 2023 offering of this workshop.

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%253d4c781f4d-6860-4dcf-b073-78b558811cd0.

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 at 1:30 p.m.

Join the School of Nursing for a lecture presented by Stephanie Prescott, Ph.D., APRN, NNP-BC, neonatal nurse practitioner at Inova Children’s Hospital and assistant professor and associate director of the Biobehavioral Lab at the University of South Florida College of Nursing. Learn more about how the microbiome and immune systems interact to impact birth and neonatal outcomes and how this field of research could change the future of clinical care for pregnant people and their babies. The talk will be in-person (Room 1011, Cabaniss Hall, Younger auditorium, VCU School of Nursing, 1100 E. Leigh St.) and online. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Caitlin Hanbury at cshanbury@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89675044594.

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 at 4 p.m.

The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute will host a virtual informational session to discuss the HIGHER Ground Women's Leadership Development program. The application deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 15. If interested, complete the following registration link to receive a direct Zoom link: https://forms.gle/pSRn5ebtgML8FPj77.

For more information, contact Liz Carty at cartye@vcu.com or (540) 931-5658 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/programs/higher-ground-womens-leadership-development-program/.

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for its annual On Native Ground series. David Wilkins, Ph.D., will discuss the conflicts, cooperative moments and future possibilities in the relationship between the seven sovereign Native Nations of this region and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Wilkins will examine the ongoing tensions and opportunities for growth. The event will be in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/new-beginnings-relations-between-native-nations-and-the-commonwealth-of-virginia.html.

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Arjun Jagdeesh will discuss how “DYRK1A Protein Kinase Promotes Quiescence and Senescence Through DREAM Complex Assembly” at a Zoom session of the Medical Journal Club. Participation in club article presentations counts as engagement toward the organization's $3,199 Kaplan MCAT Scholarship. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/81299756416

For more information, contact Medical Journal Club at VCU at mjc.vcu@gmail.com or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/mjc/home/.

Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

VCU's College of Humanities and Sciences Leadership Council will present the Holidays Around The World event in Rooms C and D, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Learn about the diversity of the world's cultures through student organizations like the Student Organization for Caribbean Awareness (SOCA) and LatinX as well as raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House. Entrance is $4 to see the exhibits and $2 to buy additional raffle tickets for prices from Christian's Pizza, Carytown Cupcakes, &pizza, Virginia Book Company and more. Follow ticket instructions on RamsConnect!.

For more information, contact Sahiba Singh at singhsk8@vcu.edu or (703) 357-2314.

Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

VCU's Office of the Provost-Faculty Affairs invites faculty to have lunch and listen to Lynn Wooten, president of Simmons University, Boston. The event will be in the Richmond Salons, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL by Wednesday, Nov. 9.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/sdogiv37vYverTR69.

Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Wright Regional Center will host a Visiting Scholar Virtual Presentation. Marea Christina, Ph.D., Georgetown-Howard Universities Center for Clinical and Translational Science will present her research on "Addressing Perinatal Health Inequities – Operationalizing Principles of Reproductive Justice in Health Services Research and Policy Advocacy." Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brad Williams at williamsb12@vcu.edu or visit https://files.constantcontact.com/c466636f101/3701c8c2-df8a-457e-8141-8eb3fa90f0ee.pdf?rdr=true.

Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 at noon

Find a time of quiet reflection in the middle of your day with virtual guided meditation. This session, brought to you by VCU HR and VCU RecWell, is suitable for all levels of practice. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/497Vebn

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Jennifer McMillen, division supervisor and assistant to the chair of the Department of Neurosurgery, will discuss via Zoom the importance of employing and empowering people with disabilities. The session will be hosted by the School of Medicine's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and VCU's Health Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The presentation will also boost awareness of the VCUHS resource groups available currently and the upcoming Superheroes Team Member Resource Group. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ashli Phillips at ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/11403159.

Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.

Join staff from the da Vinci Center to learn about the Master of Product Innovation program. The program at VCU is a cross-disciplinary master’s program focused on students applying knowledge in advanced product innovation, entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship topics with real-life clients. The session will be held at SHIFT Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Caslin Applewhite at applewhiteec@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/MPI-OpenHouse-Nov14.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

VCU's Office of the Provost-Faculty Affairs will present a series for faculty. The November virtual session will focus on building relationships that are inclusive and respectful by examining ways to navigate relationships across multiple roles, best practices in both formal and informal settings and understanding the notion of ‘speaking up’ and/or disagreements. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/VuF8GrpSvjumXisr7.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Central Va. Society of Clinical Research Associates Chapter together with the Wright Regional Center for Clinical and Translational Science will host a meeting via Zoom. Nicole Cobb, Ph.D., senior adviser for strategic initiatives, Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, and others will discuss current single Institutional Review Board processes and responsibilities. SOCRA continuing education will be available for SOCRA members attending the meeting. Registration is required. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shirley Helm at shelm@vcu.edu or (804) 241-7340 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctcO6gqz4sGd2r-IMSYnr9BuQw_XP3zIH2.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU's RTR Teacher Residency program will host a virtual event via Zoom. Have a passion for children? Want a high-impact career as a teacher? Want to champion social justice? Fuel dreams? Dedicate your life to making a difference while getting a fully paid degree or certificate? RTR is for you. RTR is a teacher residency program that equips passionate future teachers with the tools to teach for change. Learn how to become a teacher in high-needs and hard-to-staff schools by joining us for this information. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/7040429011

For more information, contact Sabrina Evans at evanssl4@vcu.edu or visit http://teachrtr.org.

Monday, Nov. 27, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU’s annual university-wide holiday open house will be hosted by President Michael and Mrs. Monica Rao as an opportunity for the university community to come together and celebrate the holidays prior to winter closing. It is an informal gathering, with food and drink provided in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. VCU parking subscribers may receive reciprocal parking for this event. Street parking is available for nonsubscribers. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact University Events at univevents@vcu.edu or visit http://go.vcu.edu/holidayopenhouse.

Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Global Education Office will present the Global Initiatives Master Class Series. Brad Farnsworth of Fox Hollow Advisory will conduct the workshop, "Is China Still an Essential Partner for American Universities?" This workshop series is offered to VCU deans, associate deans, faculty and staff to provide support, recommendations and data-informed approaches to increasing international student enrollment and partnership development. The session will be in the Compass Room, Shafer Dining Hall. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nicol Tinsley at nctinsley@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6463 or visit https://forms.gle/aWm6oHxUAe2tJX9s5.

All VCU faculty, students and staff are invited to open court pickleball on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. through Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. No experience or equipment is necessary.

For more information, contact Misti Mueller at muellermr@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0802 or visit https://community.vcu.edu/mfyc/.

Celebrate First-Gen Week with the You First at VCU First-Generation Student Success and Research Center and TRIO Student Support Services through Friday, Nov. 10. Register in RamsConnect at https://vcu.campusgroups.com/events_list?topic_tags=13086644 For a full list of events, visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or visit https://youfirst.vcu.edu/resources/first-gen-week/.

VCU Continuing and Professional Education will begin another live-online cohort of the VCU Paralegal Certificate Program on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 from 6-9 p.m. This six-month noncredit program prepares professionals to enter Virginia’s growing legal job market. Reach out to our student adviser at ocpe@vcu.edu, and learn about prerequisites, available discounts and the benefits of exploring paralegal education.

For more information, contact Katherine Coates at ocpe@vcu.edu or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/paralegal/.

The second annual report by Equity and Access Services includes a year in review summary of significant EAS milestones and updates from ADA and Accessibility Services, Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Protection of Minors and Title IX offices for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. View the annual report at https://bit.ly/EASEOY23

For more information, contact Cleopatra Magwaro at magwaroc@vcu.edu or visit http://equity.vcu.edu.

Daylight saving time concluded Sunday, Nov. 5, which pushed back clocks in Virginia by one hour. To accommodate this seasonal change with earlier sunsets, VCU Police has increased patrols around VCU parking decks and lots on both campuses during the evening rush hours from 5 to 7 p.m. throughout November. Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians are reminded to be aware of their surroundings and use caution while traveling, especially when outdoor visibility is reduced during this seasonal change.

For more information, contact VCU Police at policedept@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1196.

To help reduce voting procrastination among students, VCU Votes has generated a survey that enables students to make a plan and a pledge to vote. Fill out the survey at the following URL and enter for the chance to win one of four $25 Target gift cards.

For more information, contact Lilly Lutton at luttonl@vcu.edu or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/vcuvotes2023.

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.

Be part of VCU's AYA Research Team's ongoing study. The project includes discussion of race-conscious parenting with expecting Black parents and those raising Black children (ages 1-5). Explore how racial factors shape parenting through five interviews every six months, involving both parents and brief check-in questionnaires. Compensation will be provided for interviews and questionnaires. To join, complete the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shawn Jones, Ph.D., at ayaresearch@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/pVCKFkT6RrMMzX249.

This study aims to understand how the culture around someone’s most salient social identity affects their perceptions of gender-based violence, how they respond to survivors and examine the dating and relationship norms of their cultural community. Participants must be between 18-25 years old and will be compensated for their participation. Begin the study at the following URL.

For more information, contact Adrienne Baldwin-White, Ph.D., at baldwinwhia@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuportal.questionpro.com/t/AXMyuZ0ESV.

Are you interested in advancing knowledge on how people develop or get stuck in eating disorders, and how they can recover? The Research on Excessive, Persistent and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab at VCU is recruiting adults with a current or past eating disorder for research studies. To see if you are eligible, complete a brief screening survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2658 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=JCDPN7XJL8YLTLHH.