Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 at noon

Learn more about the VCU Executive MBA program at a webinar hosted by the Business School. Alumni will discuss their experience in the program including the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. In addition, members of the program administration will join the alumni to answer any questions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/graduate-programs/executive-mba/#newsSection.

Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 at 1 p.m.

Learn more about the VCU Master of Decision Analytics Weekend Program at a webinar hosted by the Business School. Alumni will discuss their experience in the program, including the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. Members of the program administration will join the alumni to answer questions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/graduate-programs/mda-weekend/#newsSection.

Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

This is a slower 30-minute practice, brought to you virtually by VCU HR and VCU RecWell, that focuses on active stretching of muscles and opening of connective tissue. Release built-up tension, prevent injury, increase blood flow to muscles and increase long-term flexibility. No equipment is requirements, though a yoga mat is recommended. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3RwFPth

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

Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 from 11 a.m. to noon

The Central Virginia Society of Clinical Research Associates together with the Wright Regional Center for Clinical and Translational Science will host a meeting via Zoom. Beth Collins, MA, Clinical Research Professionals, Senior Investigational Device Exemption manager, National Institutes of Health All of Us Research Compliance Branch, will discuss the return of health-related DNA research results. SOCRA Continuing Education will be available for SOCRA members attending the meeting. Questions: https://cctr.vcu.edu/ Registration is required. Register for the Zoom link 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/tZwtc-CqpzgoG9N2jnNBhyfW28HJjmwZ-3Kp.

Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Participants will explore the six types of self care and well-being. This interactive session is designed to create a well-being routine to support the whole self to manage stress, focus mindset and balance the personal and professional responsibilities. The session, at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St., will be facilitated by representatives from BareSOUL Wellness. Registration limited to 18 participants. Register at the following email address.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/93/1705507200000.

Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Compassionate Connections workshop, presented by VCU HR and Jan Nelson, adjunct professor in management, to unlock the power of empathy and wellness in your professional life. Learn how to practice self-compassion and foster a supportive environment in higher education. Gain insights into the neuropsychology of compassion and leave with practical tools for creating a more empathetic workplace. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3RPORTv

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

Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Celebrate former Va. Gov. L. Douglas Wilder's seven decades of public service and dedication to civil rights, visionary education and people-first governance. A documentary film will have its premiere on Wilder's 93rd birthday, offering personal insights into his life, revealing memories, passions and the experiences that forged the man. The free film will be shown at the Claude G. Perkins Living and Learning Center, Virginia Union University, 1500 N. Lombardy St. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu or (480) 686-6606 or visit https://wilder.vcu.edu/news-and-events/a-national-ovation-to-l-douglas-wilder/.

Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 from 11 a.m. to noon

This virtual workshop will cover Canvas features, communication in Canvas and a look at a Canvas course shell. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315?omn=85288385373 Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18309

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

Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 from noon 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, Jan. 18 at 12-12:30 p.m. and 5-5:30 p.m. Join a session at https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad

For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or (804) 525-9425 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.

Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 at 5 p.m.

VCU's Division of Community Engagement will host a week of events themed “Thriving Communities: Beloved Community.” A fireside chat with community leaders will follow the keynote event with Vernon Gordon at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ron Jones at jonesre22@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/qAUogBkt5HtnTFFg6.

Friday, Jan. 19, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to noon

This in-person training will introduce participants to critical mentoring, which emphasizes power, privilege, social justice and equity. Participants will gain an understanding of critical mentoring and how to create more equitable and impactful mentoring relationships. The session, at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St., will be facilitated by Tamice Spencer-Helms, Mentor VA. Register at the following email address.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/61/1705674600000.

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 at 12:15 p.m.

VCU's The Department of Sculpture and Extended Media will present a lecture by visiting artist Marilyn Boror Bor at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Marilyn Boror Bor is a Maya-Kaqchiquel indigenous artist whose body of work covers multiple media, including painting, photography, engraving, installation and performance. Her artistic projects focus on the preservation and recovery of indigenous languages through analytic and critical works.

For more information, contact Emmy Garcia at garciaem2@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/marilyn-boror-bor-visiting-artist-lecture/.

Human Resources will present "Retiring With the VCU Optional Retirement Plan." These sessions are open to VCU faculty and VCU University and Academic Professionals, not VCU Health System employees. Register for an upcoming session at https://bit.ly/3xuwHLZ. For more information, create a service request at https://go.vcu.edu/hrsupport or call the following telephone number.

For more information, contact VCU Human Resources, Benefits Administration at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/benefits/a-z-list-of-benefits/retirement/planning-resources/.

Unlock your voice at VCU. Join the university's collegiate choir program and experience the joy of singing with Choral Arts Society (APPM-359), Vox Concordia (APPM-378) or Commonwealth Singers (APPM-358). Register 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/.

University Band is a one-credit course (APPM 357) open to all VCU students. The band meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3-3:50 p.m. and performs one concert each semester.

For more information, contact Duane Coston, director, at costonpd@vcu.edu.

Do you or someone you know have/had breast cancer and received hormonal therapy (Tamoxifen, Anastrozole, Letrozole, Exemestane)? The CT-STARS study is examining the effects of this therapy with a single CT scan visit.

For more information, contact Nicole Ray at rayk2@vcu.edu or (804) 628-7774.