2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Learn how to use the tools you need to write your best statement. 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/.

2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Vox Concordia Choir in conjunction with The Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., will present a one-hour interactive workshop with folk songs from countries represented within the choir. The event will include discussion and light snacks.

For more information, contact Russ Kerr at kerrr@vcu.edu or (804) 658-4064 or visit http://thepacecenter.com.

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

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and the Department of Biostatistics will present a lunch research seminar via Zoom. Roy Sabo, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Biostatistics, will provide a general description of the most frequently used adaptive designs for Phase I, II and III trials. While some technical details will be discussed, the session is designed for non-statisticians. Questions: 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/tZIoce-srj0iHNYcaN90Hl4YEn_upV767um3.

Wednesday, Apr. 24, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Interested in science and faith? The Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., will host a discussion-based event. Chai and pastries will be provided.

For more information, contact Maryam Amir at mccfactsfaith@vcu.edu or (571) 552-8900.

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

VCU's Human Research Protection Program team will share updates, including a comprehensive plan of action for study teams, at a virtual training event hosted by the Institutional Review Board System. This comprehensive session is tailored to equip participants with the tools and insights necessary to integrate the new IRB system into their workflow. Registration is required. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU HRPP at irbeducation@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qf-GorD0iHtRw_eRwdWDwNQpeLapdqu7d.

Thursday, Apr. 25, 2024 from 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture will host a virtual informational session for prospective students to learn more about the M.S. in mass communications with concentrations in integrated communication and media leadership. The school also offers a certificate in Media and Leadership. Join a session here: 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, Apr. 25, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

RVA Relationship Builders will hold a roundtable discussion with Tavares Floyd, Esq., Sixth District candidate for Richmond City Council, for VCU students to voice their opinions on student needs, Richmond policy and the future of Richmond. This event will be held in Conference Room 228, Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Rohan Rathi at rathir2@vcu.edu or (757) 754-0460.

Thursday, Apr. 25, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

The Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., will present dining and etiquette training. Have you ever attended a formal dinner and were unsure which utensils to use during which course? This short session will provide a crash course in the dos and don'ts to dining in a formal manner, as well as other aspects of formal etiquette. Such skills are less important in everyday life as society has become more egalitarian and casual, but these skills can still be relevant in a formal business setting (such as a job interview over lunch), attending a wedding or being a guest at someone's home for dinner.

For more information, contact John Jones, Ph.D., at jonesj39@vcu.edu.

Monday, Apr. 29, 2024 at noon

Calling all seniors: This is an essential workshop for navigating the complexities of employment compensation, from understanding your initial job offer to planning for retirement. This event provides valuable strategies and insights on maximizing your benefits and optimizing your salary throughout your career. It will be held in person (Room B2165, Snead Hall, 301 W. Main St.) and via Zoom. Register at the following URL. The webinar link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/83848493878

For more information, contact Jessica Forrest at forrestjf@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=67067dee-bb0c-4c75-ab7b-f9c63a4b530d&utm_source=telegram.

Tuesday, Apr. 30, 2024 at 9 a.m.

Celebrate International Dance Day with VCU RecWell and Office of Multicultural Affairs. A variety of dance classes will be offered throughout the day at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Registration opens 24 hours before each class. Open to VCU students and RecWell members.

For more information, contact Nadine Madison at groupexprgm@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/group-exercise.

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Ram Pantry, 930 W. Grace St., will be open on Wednesdays starting next week and will be closed May 29, June 19 and July 3.

For more information, contact Anayah Spriggs at rampantry@vcu.edu.

VCU Parking and Transportation is gearing up for the transition to the License Plate Recognition system. To ensure uninterrupted access to your designated parking facility and avoid the risk of a citation, review and update your license plate information through your online parking portal at https://vcu.t2hosted.com/Account/Portal Visit the following URL for For video instructions.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit http://go.vcu.edu/lpr.

Sales for summer 2024 permits and fall 2024 housing permits will take place on Wednesday, May 15 at 9 a.m. All permits will be digital and linked to the applicant's license plate(s), so no hangtag will be mailed. Learn how to link your permit at go.vcu.edu/lpr.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 839-9828 or visit https://parking.vcu.edu/parking/students/.

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives through art? Do you have leadership skills and a drive to create impactful opportunities? Katie's Art Project at VCU is looking for individuals to join its executive board. See the application at the following URL.

For more information, contact Safa Saad at saads@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/eUAbV5Kv9JGwrssJ8.

Graduates, complete the upload form at the following URL to have your graduation portrait shared with family and friends during the universitywide ceremony.

For more information, contact University Events at UNIVevents@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/ZAGpqxpWJNrF9PxL7.

VCU's spring universitywide commencement will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Questions: Visit commencement.vcu.edu. Graduates who plan to participate can register by completing the form at the following URL.

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

Are you interested in joining a new student organization supporting school spirit at VCU? VCU's Division of Student Affairs is seeking students this upcoming fall who want to boost school spirit by forming a new student organization. An informational session will be held via Zoom at 6 p.m. today, April 22. Join the session at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/86998625706 A meeting will also be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 23 in the Senate Chambers. University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. A sandwich bar will be provided by Aramark. At 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, a meeting will be held in the lobby of the University Student Commons. Light snacks will be provided by Aramark.

For more information, contact NyAsia Shaw at shawn4@vcu.edu.

VCU Online is working to improve RamPages by cleaning up websites that are no longer needed. If you are a VCU faculty or staff member and would like to keep your RamPages website active, send an email by Wednesday, May 15 to siteupdates@rampages.us to prevent permanent site deletion. Your email should include your full name, VCU email address and website URL(s). If you do not send an email by May 15, your website will be scheduled for deletion.

For more information, contact Elaine Reeder at ereeder@vcu.edu.

The Wellbeing Lab at VCU is entering a project to study the effects of stress management programs on student behavior. The lab needs your input to map social locations across campus for thorough analysis. Your participation is key to the study and will help to uncover insights into how stress management impacts social behaviors within the VCU community. Visit the following URL to participate.

For more information, contact Polina Beloborodova at beloborodp@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/p52xUiBeqfgUf5G28.

Individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as Black or African American are invited to participate in a research study examining the effect of acute and chronic stress on cardiovascular and inflammation responses to an acute mental challenge. Raffle drawings for financial compensation will be conducted. This study will take place at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Jeremy Via at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

Would you be 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. Interested students should complete the participant survey at the following URL

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