12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Leticia Moczygemba, Pharm.D., Ph.D., University of Texas College of Pharmacy, will discuss via Zoom the implementation of diabetes education services and remote hypertension monitoring in community pharmacies at a Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation Seminar. Moczygemba's research background involves working with communities and health-systems to mitigate health disparities. Faculty, staff and students can view the online presentation in Room 545, Robert Blackwell Smith Building, 410 N. 12th St.

For more information, contact Sydney Weber at cppi@vcu.edu or visit https://cppi.pharmacy.vcu.edu/seminars/.

6 p.m.

Learn to break writing into manageable chunks and how to avoid procrastination. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 from 11 a.m. to noon

This workshop will provide an overview of the various assignment types in Canvas, as well as centrally supported tools that can be used in Canvas assignments. Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18310 The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315?omn=87046311162

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

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/.

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 at 2 p.m.

Learn how to use the tools you need to write your best statement. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 at 2 p.m.

Learn more about VCU's Peace Corps Prep program at a session in Room 3127, 912 W. Grace St. Gain skills in this free certificate program in cultural agility and to prepare for the Peace Corps or any other globally focused career. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kelly Richard (Global Education Office) at richardkj@vcu.edu or (919) 816-5318 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/community/peacecorpsprep/.

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 at 11 a.m.

Learn how to establish your ideas in a strong, logical manner that will capture your audience. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

This session will address the physical signs of stress on the body. Engage the senses in anchoring the body, breath and present moment. Representatives of BareSOUL Wellness will facilitate. The session will be at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. Contact the following email address to register.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/94/1706112000000.

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will present via Zoom the first session in its grant-writing series. Patricia Kinser, Ph.D., professor, Family and Community Health Nursing, will discuss strategies for developing competitive research agendas. Questions: Visit http://www.cctr.vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvduuurjstGND6eWM1L-rwM0WbFQcaTUQ2.

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 from noon to 12:45 p.m.

VCU's Graduate School will host a series of virtual informational sessions to share details regarding the 27th Annual Graduate Research Symposium. The symposium is open to graduate students of all disciplines to share research with the broader VCU community. Students who participate in the symposium will earn a digital foundational badge in Presentation of Research. Register on RamsConnect - https://vcu.campusgroups.com/events?group_ids=36748

For more information, contact Erin Brown,, Ph.D., at embbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://graduate.vcu.edu/current-students/awards-and-competitions/graduate-research-symposium/.

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Students Together Assisting Refugees helps new refugees in Richmond through collaboration with the International Rescue Committee (IRC-Richmond) and raises awareness for refugee struggles. Meet the STAR@VCU officers virtually, learn more about the club and volunteer efforts. See the Zoom Link via Ramsconnect at the following URL.

For more information, contact Students Together Assisting Refugees @ VCU at staratvcu@gmail.com or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/STARatVCU/club_signup.

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

VCU's Global Education Office will host the ambassador of Mexico to the United States, Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. The ambassador will deliver a lecture to the public and the university community regarding the interdependence and common futures of Mexico and the United States. The event is open to all and registration is not required.

For more information, contact Nicol Tinsley at nctinsley@vcu.edu or (804) 426-8053 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/media/global/pdf/strategies/Ambassador%20to%20Mexico%20flyer.pdf.

Friday, Jan. 26, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Visit VCU Libraries Special Collections and Archives for an open house featuring rare and unique materials related to photography. The exhibit will include items from University Archives, the Book Arts collection, rare books and more. The exhibit will be in the fourth floor Reading Room, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Katharine Buckley at buckleyk3@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2023-2024/sca-open-house-2024.html.

Monday, Jan. 29, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for a Meet VCU Authors event with Cristina Stanciu, Ph.D. Stanciu's book, "The Makings and Unmakings of Americans," explores the ways in which new immigrants and Native Americans shaped the intellectual and cultural debates over inclusion and exclusion during the Progressive Era, challenging ideas of national belonging, citizenship, literary, and cultural production. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/the-makings-and-unmakings-of-americans-indians-and-immigrants-in-american-culture.html.

Monday, Jan. 29, 2024 from noon to 2 p.m.

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center will host a luncheon for those interested in cancer and clinical research at VCU Massey. Learn about the center's undergraduate and graduate programs. The luncheon will be held in the SGA Senate Chamber of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Those who have started an application for the programs in ACS CURE, CTOSI, ACS ACCESS or WLSI are also invited to attend. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Caroline Blair at blaircp@vcu.edu or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=EYC8NMPR7XPMWYJ3.

Monday, Jan. 29, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Learn how to avoid scammers who take advantage of students. VCU's School of Business will sponsor a presentation in Room 205, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jessica Forrest at finsuccess@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=3b40ff5f-d77b-44d7-bcd4-4c476208249d&utm_source=telegram.

Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024 at 6 p.m.

InterVarsity Graduate and Faculty Ministry will host an evening of board games and pizza for grad students. The event will be in Room 228, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP to the following email address or DM @vcu.gfm.

For more information, contact Annelies Rowell at annelies.rowell@intervarsity.org or (804) 236-6298.

Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

VCU's Center for Corporate Education will present Society for Human Resource Management Exam Prep. Prepare for your SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-CSP) exam with a practicing HR leader and SHRM-certified instructor. This course runs for 14 weeks, (Tuesdays) Feb. 6-May 7, 5:45–8:30 p.m. The $1,600 registration fee includes all materials and online learning software. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katie Fauth at fauthkm@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/center-for-corporate-education/?post=1447.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024 at 11 a.m.

Join VCU President Michael Rao for the State of the University Address in the lecture hall (Room 303) at James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Questions: Visit the following URL.

For more information, contact University Events at UNIVevents@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/sotu.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Have a passion for teaching children? Want a high-impact career? Want to champion social justice? Fuel dreams? Dedicate your life to making a difference while getting a fully paid degree? RTR Teacher Residency is for you. RTR is a teacher residency program in the VCU School of Education that equips future teachers with the tools to teach for change. Questions: http://teachrtr.org Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sabrina Evans at teachrtr@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9801 or visit http://tinyurl.com/RTRInfoSeshFeb8.

Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU's EqCHO Lab will host an event which will focus on mental, physical and cardiovascular health in women of color. The event will include an art exhibit, expert panel and fun stress-reduction activities. The event will be held at the Health Hub at VCU, 1330 N. 25th St. Questions: https://eqcho.lab.vcu.edu/ RSVP at the following URL to secure a seat and lunch.

For more information, contact Anika Hines, Ph.D., MPH, at eqcholab@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5030 or visit https://forms.gle/Yda77JX7eawCcUkT6.

Monday, Feb. 26, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Pace Center will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive at 700 W. Franklin St. The U.S. is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. Blood donations are needed now to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures are not delayed.

For more information, contact Jean Linnell at operations@thepacecenter.com or (804) 658-4064 or visit http://www.thepacecenter.com.

Meet new people and become involved on campus by joining a sorority. Spring Primary Recruitment will be Feb. 2-4; more information can be found on the Instagram page @cpc_vcu. Registration is now open and will close Sunday, Jan. 28.

For more information, contact Ashlyn Sheasley at sheasleyam@vcu.edu or visit https://cpcvcu.mycampusdirector2.com/landing/.

RecWell’s personal training packages are available to VCU students and RecWell members. Participants are guided through an exercise program customized to meet their specific needs and goals by a certified personal trainer. RecWell offers one-on-one and buddy training packages of three-, six-, 12- or 18-hour-long sessions. Registration information is available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tanika Santos-MacSwain at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/personal-training/.

The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course is open for VCU students and RecWell members looking to learn how to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies. Participants will earn a certificate that satisfies OSHA requirements for workplace First Aid/CPR/AED training. February class dates: Feb. 7, Feb. 21 and Feb 24. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=157236e4-f012-4926-b19a-80ba87072981.

RecWell’s Intramural spring season kicks off with 5v5 basketball and 6v6 dodgeball leagues. Games will be played Jan. 28-March 14. Registration runs through Thursday, Jan. 25. To register, participants purchase a $10 season pass that allows access to register for all Intramural Sports activities throughout the semester. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alex Bruman at brumana@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/intramural-sports/.

VCU RecWell's Intramural Semester Pass allows participation in any and all IM programs. The passes are $10 per semester and are on sale Jan. 26-April 30.

For more information, contact Alex Bruman at brumana@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/intramural-sports/.

Diversity matters: All interested, qualified and dedicated individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines are invited to consider applying for membership. The deadline is March 1. The IRB seeks candidates who can contribute to a broad spectrum of expertise, fostering a rich and inclusive dialogue on ethical considerations in research. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jennifer Rice at irbeducation@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/humanresearch/wp-admin/post.php?post=2929&action=edit.

VCU School of Education doctoral students invite undergraduate men of color in their sophomore (or second year) of study to share their experiences of belonging at VCU. This doctoral project will involve one-on-one interviews and focus groups through February. The interviews will last approximately 45 minutes Compensation is available. Questions: Email tcresearchteam4@gmail.com Sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nick Williams at williamsn@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPG-uaAnIE7A0NoVmmO1PIAzqXvf-L028e1Cq1o76k-UIXhw/viewform.

VCU's Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity is seeking volunteer board members to serve on its honor council. Membership is open to full-time faculty, staff and students. Training dates and times (allow three hours for each session) are Tuesday, Jan. 23, 9 a.m., in-person at 809 W. Broad St.; Tuesday, Jan. 23, 4 p.m., virtual; Thursday, Jan. 25, 1 p.m., in-person at 809 W. Broad St.; and Friday, Jan. 26, 9 a.m., virtual. Email Rocky Carmine at carminero@vcu.edu or Tracey Mullis at the following address.

For more information, contact Tracey Mullis at mullistd@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1963 or visit https://conduct.students.vcu.edu//.

VCU's Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity is seeking volunteer board members to serve on its conduct board. Membership is open to full-time faculty, staff and students. Training dates and times (allow 2.5 hours for each session) are Tuesday, Jan. 23, 1 p.m., in-person at 809 W. Broad Street; Wednesday, Jan. 24, 9:30 a.m., in-person at 809 W. Broad St.; Wednesday, Jan. 24, 5 p.m., virtual; and Thursday, Jan. 25, 9:30 a.m., virtual. Email Rocky Carmine at carminero@vu.edu or Tracey Mullis at the following email address.

For more information, contact Tracey Mullis at mullistd@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1963 or visit https://conduct.students.vcu.edu//.

The Pauley Heart Center is now accepting applications for its fifth annual American Heart Association-supported undergraduate research fellowship program. VCU undergrads are invited to apply for a 10-week mentored cardiovascular research fellowship in summer 2024. Apply by 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30 at the following URL. For more information, contact Pauley Undergraduate Fellowship Committee at pauley.undergradfellowship@vcuhealth.org or visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Afshaan Burtram at afshaan.burtram@vcuhealth.org or (804) 628-6608 or visit https://pauleyundergradfellowship.vcu.edu/apply/aha/.

Beginning spring 2024, students who are not demonstrating academic engagement within class activities must be assigned a newly created UF grade notation at the ‘midpoint’ class calendar date by faculty as part of the midterm grading process in eServices. More information on the implementation of this policy and its impact are available online at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Student Financial Services at sfmc@vcu.edu or visit https://sfs.vcu.edu/financial-aid/keeping-your-aid/academic-engagement-within-class/.

Each spring, VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs hosts six cultural achievement ceremonies (graduation ceremonies for students of underrepresented communities). OMSA invites participation in the planning process and assistance in making these ceremonies truly celebratory for students who take part and their loved ones. Sign up at the following URL by Friday, Jan. 26.

For more information, contact Jair Lecky at leckyjj@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/QrJZMd6vcHepKaEk8.

VCU Wellbeing Lab invites students to join the research assistant team. Contribute to the lab's research studies on the effects of online stress reduction training on VCU students' emotional well-being, as well as on making high school education more engaging for students. Research assistants are in charge of participant recruitment and day-to-day communication with participants and participant interviews. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Luka Djajakusuma at djajakusumal@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/5Ss8Bg9wwFXjznpY8.

Be part of VCU's AYA Research Team's ongoing study. We're discussing 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. Share this opportunity with your network as well.

For more information, contact Shawn Jones, Ph.D., at ayaresearchteam@gmail.com or visit https://forms.gle/pVCKFkT6RrMMzX249.

A silent retreat is exactly what it sounds like - a retreat spent silence. Participants will break silence at dinner each night to talk and build community. Participants will practice appreciation for nature, art and mindfulness. The event, sponsored by the Pace Center, will be March 22-24. Questions: Email the following address or simonellija@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Aaliyah Freeman at freemanaa@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JlaI2PYzbNHlGbrC80vnYrAP_wp6DjQqpJEsuULLVlM/edit.

Registration is open for VCU's Global Education office's Spring Semester Global Buddies Program. This program provides international and domestic students the opportunity to learn about other people, places and cultures and to make meaningful connections with people from around the world. Register at the following URL by Wednesday, Jan. 31.

For more information, contact Kelly Richard, Global Education Office, at richardkj@vcu.edu or (919) 816-5318 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/community/globalbuddies/.

The VCU Wellbeing Lab invites you to participate in a research study on two stress reduction programs for undergraduate students. VCU investigators seek to understand how two online stress reduction programs affect students’ mood and stress-related behavior. Compensation is available. Sign up for the study at the following URL.

For more information, contact Polina Beloborodova at vcu.stress.reduction@gmail.com or visit https://beloborodp.wixsite.com/stressreduction.

Individuals between the ages of 21 and 55 who vape electronic cigarettes daily and also occasionally drink alcohol are needed to participate in a research study that requires multiple laboratory visits. The purpose of this research study is to find out how ethanol (alcohol)-containing e-cigarettes impact ethanol breath tests, field sobriety tests and other tests of sobriety. (Ethanol is a common part of e-cigarette liquids.) Compensation may be provided. This study will be conducted at VCU’s Center for the Study of Tobacco Products at 100 W. Franklin St.

For more information, contact Alison Breland, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, at abbrelan@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3562 or visit http://cstp.vcu.edu/studies.

Are you interested in helping to assess the effectiveness of prepared AI prompts to support students in career planning and setting SMART goals? Fully complete a two-survey study on AI-mentoring to receive a $100 gift card. Spots are limited. Complete the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Chi-Ning Chang, Ph.D., at changc10@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/EZfApm5SJSx3o13h9.

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.

This study is seeking young females and males (18 to 35 years) to take part in nine weeks of aerobic exercise training. The purpose of this research study is to examine sex differences in cardiovascular adaptations in response to varying aerobic exercise training regimens. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. The principal investigator is Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.