Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024 at 9 p.m.

Kickstart the new year with $10 tickets for the men's basketball game vs. St. Bonaventure University at the Stuart C. Siegel Center, 1200 W. Broad St. The VCU Employee Appreciation Game is presented by Joyner Fine Properties. Click on the following URL to purchase a ticket.

For more information, contact Sarah Frasier at Tickets@VCU.edu or (804) 828-7267 or visit https://offer.fevo.com/vcu-employee-appreciation-games-presented-by-joyner-fine-properties-5c073bf?fevoUri=vcu-employee-appreciation-games-presented-by-joyner-fine-properties-5c073bf%2F.

Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 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/.

Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024 from 7 p.m. to midnight

The historic achievements of former Va. Gov. L. Douglas Wilder will be recognized at a black tie gala to celebrate his seven decades of public service and dedication to civil rights, visionary education and people-first governance. The event will honor his legacy and inaugurate a scholarship fund benefiting students aspiring to create an impact in public service. The gala will be at the Washington Hilton Hotel, 1919 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. Register 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/.

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 at noon

Be a part of the VCU Institute for Women’s Health and Highland Support Project. Spend a week in partnership with indigenous midwives and community leaders. Learn about traditional Mayan medicine and explore the history of health care and healing in Guatemala. The summer study abroad group will learn about traditional medicine, midwifery and healing practices. Trip dates are May 25-June 1. 2024. The cost is $1,300 (plus air fare). View the Zoom link and apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Heather Ashton at ashtonhr@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/tzG7S8wKPL8z7Rqs6.

Theft is 100 percent preventable. The VCU Police Department advises everyone to secure all valuable items, such as cell phones, laptops, bags and wallets. If you're studying and need to take a break, take these items with you. Never leave valuables in public spaces, where someone can take them in the blink of an eye. VCU Men's Basketball Coach Ryan Odom and VCU Police Chief John Venuti encourage everyone to safeguard valuables, especially during finals.

For more information, contact VCU Police at policedept@vcu.edu or visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py-QcbFlw5I.

Winter has arrived; Bundle up and declutter your Google Workspace account while you stay cozy.

For more information, contact Dr. Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/drgee/2023/12/19/bundle-up-and-tidy-up/.

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.

VCU’s School of Medicine requests proposals about educational research or innovations in health professions education at the university. The theme for the 2024 symposium is "Exploring Innovations in Health Sciences Education: Bridging Research and Practice." Visit the following URL to learn about presentation opportunities and to submit scholarly proposals, due Jan. 8. The symposium will be March 21, 2024 and is sponsored by the VCU College of Health Professions and Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy.

For more information, contact Stacey Wahl at swahl@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/vcuhses.

RecWell winter break hours run through Tuesday, Jan. 15. All facilities will be closed Sunday, Dec. 24 through Wednesday, Jan. 1. For details, visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Amanda Simmons at recwell@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/facilities-and-hours/.

Elevate your vocal talents with VCU's choir program. Experience the power of music and friendship with Choral Arts Society (APPM-359), Vox Concordia (APPM-378) and Commonwealth Singers (APPM-358). Audition for Spring 2024. 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/.