12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Join the Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation for a discussion led by Corey Lester, Pharm.D., Ph.D., University of Michigan College of Pharmacy, about the implementation of artificial intelligence within pharmacy practice. The talk can be viewed via Zoom in Room 545, Robert Blackwell Smith Building, 410 N. 12th St. Lester's research focuses on improving medication use outcomes by preventing errors, improving pharmacist work and optimizing drug therapy with machine learning tools. Register at: https://bit.ly/CPPISeminar

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for a Meet VCU Authors talk with Olivia Landry. "A Decolonizing Ear" draws on film and documentary studies, sound studies, archival studies, postcolonial studies and media history to examine the extractive act of colonial listening and colonial ethnography. The documentary will be available on Zoom. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/lan0226.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Janet Nelson will discuss human resources at a general body meeting of VCU's Society for Human Resource Management in Room B2165, Snead Hall, 301 W. Main St. Sandwiches will be served. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sarah Richman at vcu.shrm@gmail.com or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1932118.

5 p.m.

Learn to meet the needs of your audience with strong, logical, structurally sound writing. Register at the following URL.

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

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The series will focus on empowering educators and youth development professionals in creating spaces in which youth can engage in transformative learning experiences while also addressing and supporting emotional well-being. Guest speaker Kim Young will talk about moral injury in heart work. This series is sponsored by Richmond Youth Development Network, VCU Mary Frances Youth Center and the Minority Education Center. Join in person (Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St.) or on Zoom. Register on the following URL.

For more information, contact Faith Wilkerson at fawilker@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/131/1708988400000.

7 p.m.

The MigHTy Eta Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will present Delta Week 2024: "RUN-DST." Through Friday, March 1 the chapter will hold events focusing on the values highlighted by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. All students will be welcome. Questions, locations and attire requirements: visit @etataudst

For more information, contact Eta Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at etatauchapter@gmail.com.

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024 at 1 p.m.

Meet the needs of a target audience by writing strong, logical, structurally sound work. 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, Feb. 27, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Health Cardiology Program Manager Michelle Gossip will teach a hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation class at the Health and Wellness Library, Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St. (This is a training program, not for official CPR certification.) This program is free and open to all. Registration is required. Registrants will receive a program reminder prior to the event. Register at https://vcu.libcal.com/event/11913200

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://www.vcuhealth.org/for-your-health/health-and-wellness-library.

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024 at 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Craft/Material Studies will present a lecture by visiting artist Yuri Kobayashi at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Kobayashi blends traditional woodworking techniques to create pieces ranging from abstract sculptures to functional furniture.

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

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

TEDxVCU will celebrate Black History Month with its next Salon: "Architects of Change." Hear TED Talks from people who have healed, educated and developed their communities and explored approaches to crafting a more equitable society. This event will be in Room 110, STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1932045.

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

VCU's Financial Success Center will offer weekly drop-in hours every Tuesday. Stop by Room 108, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., and talk to a Financial Success Center coach about budgeting, saving, paying down debt, credit, investing or any other personal financial needs.

For more information, contact Jessica Forrest at forrestjf@vcu.edu or visit https://www.instagram.com/vcufinsuccess?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr.

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU Hazing Prevention and the Love Like Adam Foundation are hosting Adam's Day of Remembrance, a workshop in honor of Adam Oakes, in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Students will be guided through an interactive workshop to learn more about Adam and the dangers of hazing and uncover the root causes of hazing within student organizations. Register through RamsConnect at the following URL or reach out to preventhazing@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Rachael Tully at tullyrj@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1848 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/hazingprevention/rsvp_boot?id=1931422.

Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Join the VCU School of Nursing and the College of Health Professions for a lecture honoring Black History Month presented by Sheldon D. Fields, Ph.D., RN, CRNP, FNP-BC, AACRN, FAANP, FNAP, FAAN, Associate Dean for Equity and Inclusion at Penn State College of Nursing and President and CEO of the National Black Nurses Association. The lecture will be in Room 1011, VCU School of Nursing, 1100 E. Leigh St., and also virtually. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Caitlin Hanbury at cshanbury@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/vcuson/detail/93/1709137800000.

Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 at noon

VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture will host two virtual informational sessions for prospective students to learn more about the graduate programs on Wednesday, Feb. 28 at 12-12:30 p.m and 5-5:30 p.m. Join a session here: https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad

For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.

Wednesday, Feb. 28, 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/.

Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of African American Studies will host the 2024 Black History in the Making Award ceremony and reception in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Founded in 1983, the Black History in the Making Award was created to honor the achievements of exceptional Black students at VCU. This year's keynote speaker will be two-time VCU graduate and chief diversity officer with the U.S. House of Representatives at the United States Congress, Sesha Joi Moon, Ph.D.

For more information, contact Grace D. Gipson, Ph.D., at bhitm@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Join Rams4Memory for a card-making vent for individuals affected by Alzheimer's. The event will be in Multipurpose Room, The Honors College, 701 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Lugene Qawasmi at qawasmil@vcu.edu or (540) 207-8366.

Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

An evening of games will be held in the Rams Lounge, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. The evening, which will feature Wii games and nostalgic card and board games, will be hosted by Black Men In Medicine, Black Women In STEM, Sisters and Stethoscopes, VCU P.R.I.M.E. (Professional Health and Related Interests Mentoring Experiences) and MAPS (Minority Association of Pre-Health Students).

For more information, contact VCU PRIME at vcuprime@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Have you heard the term "cultural humility" and wondered what it means or how it affects your personal or professional life? Join Jan Altman, Ph.D., to learn about cultural competence and its relationship to cultural humility. Kyle Mason, Ph.D., will moderate a discussion with Kim Case, Ph.D.; Stephan Davis, DNP, MHSA, FACHE, FNAP, FHFMA, FAAN and Brooke Berry, J.D. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jan Altman at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMpLf5D6iyeo2uV8b2WyP1NwbsJlsrdT94L8aszdnbizYQXg/viewform.

Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 at 5 p.m.

Join a community of peers who enjoy writing and seek to enhance their confidence in their own writing process. The group will meet in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL.

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

Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 at 6 p.m.

Join VCU's Office of Alumni Relations to celebrate Black History Month as Black alumni business owners share their creative career journeys and offer insight on opening doors for Black creatives. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiera Byrd at mcguiretj@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/6717068946477/WN_UON7nDoYSKOW9JPosowyTA#/registration.

Saturday, Mar. 2, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Help be a part of VCU Women's Basketball history. VCU Women's Basketball will host its first Support[HER] game at the Stuart C. Siegel Center,1200 W. Broad St., against George Mason University. The game is presented by Synergy Technical. As part of the nationwide movement in supporting women's athletics, the Support[HER] game aims to break VCU Women's Basketball current attendance record of 1,500. Tickets are $5 for VCU faculty and staff and free for VCU students. Click the following URL to purchase a ticket.

For more information, contact Sarah Frasier at frasiers2@vcu.edu or visit https://offer.fevo.com/george-mason-hwbejgm-95e3cff?fevoUri=george-mason-hwbejgm-95e3cff%2F.

Monday, Mar. 11, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Critical Quantitative Methodologies Series, VCU School of Education, will host Wendy Castillo, Ph.D., in its spring speaker series. The title of her talk will be "The Next Chapter in Quantitative Educational Research Can Challenge Racial Inequities." The talk will be available in person (Room 4084B, Oliver Hall - School of Education, 1015 W. Main St., or via Zoom with ID 81724847595.)

For more information, contact Kamden Strunk at strunkk2@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2024 from 11 a.m. to noon

The Central Virginia Society of Clinical Research Associates Chapter together with the Wright Regional Center for Clinical and Translational Science will host a meeting via Zoom. Nyssa Towsley, MS, CIP, Assistant Director, IRB, University of Nevada, Las Vegas will present “My Wife Is Always the Father – Understanding the Impact of Gendered Language in Participant-Facing Research Materials." SOCRA CE will be available for SOCRA members. 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/tZUucOyqqTwrEt2FGRcWQocZo52ZQr06jBH1.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

How do you think about spending money? How do you think about saving money? The goal of VCU's Financial Success Center is to show you how spending and saving patterns develop and how you can change and improve the way you think about money. The session will be in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jessica Forrest at forrestjf@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=329148d4-c3f3-4391-95da-da48227eaf27&utm_source=telegram.

Thursday, Mar. 14, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Have a passion for 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 th e 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/RTRInfoSeshMar14.

Wednesday, Mar. 27, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Equality VCU will host an award ceremony and reception for the winners of the Burnside Watstein award, which honors faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members who have made a positive impact on the LGBTQIA+ community at VCU. The event will be in person (Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave.) with a Zoom livestream option. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dae Newman at newmanad@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/5fsU136Pw16PPo6h6.

Tuesday, Apr. 9, 2024 from 9 a.m. to noon

VCU's Center for Corporate Education will present Project Management Professional Exam Prep. Ensure you're prepared for the PMP exam with our PMP Exam Prep Course. This six-session program combines expert instruction with the CertWise Learning System for PMP Exam Preparation training materials. This course runs April 9, 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9 from 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m., live, online via Zoom. The registration fee is $1,950. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katie Fauth at corp-ed@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/center-for-corporate-education/?post=2011.

Students are encouraged to go to Student eServices at the following URL to check if their professors have submitted a midterm grade for one or more classes. If you have received a midterm grade indicating unsatisfactory academic progress, see your instructor or academic advisor. The last day to withdraw from classes or opt into Pass/Fail in the full semester is Friday, March 29.

For more information, contact Office of Records and Registration at rar@vcu.edu or visit http://www.eservices.vcu.edu.

RecWell facility spring break hours run March 1-9. For full details, visit the following URL.

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

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.

Applications are being accepted for those in training in Va-LEND, a virtual, interdisciplinary, graduate-level training program that helps people share ideas and learn leadership skills to improve the health and lives of children with disabilities and their families. Those in training complete classes, clinical observations, policy activities, a family mentorship experience and a customized leadership project.

For more information, contact Jackie Robinson Brock at valend@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0073 or visit https://virginialend.partnership.vcu.edu/.

Students interested in law enforcement are invited to speak with VCU Police staff. Take courses or classes in all levels of degree programs for free, work toward student loan forgiveness and receive a full salary and benefits as a VCU Police officer. VCU students receive a $5,000 bonus after completing the academy and field training. The next academy starts in May, after VCU’s commencement.

For more information, contact Lt. Joel Abernathy at policedept@vcu.edu or visit https://police.vcu.edu/about/recruitment/.

VCU's Global Education Office invites students to submit an application for the Phi Beta Delta international honor society, which recognizes international service, scholarship, education and involvement. Applications are due by Friday, March 1 at the following URL for the spring induction ceremony.

For more information, contact Nichole Dorton at nldorton@vcu.edu or (804) 827-4309 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/started/info1/community/phibetadelta/.

Did you complete a survey with Spit for Science (S4S) last spring? If so, check your email for a new survey. Completing follow-up surveys provides researchers with even more valuable data that contributes to their work, answering questions that help improve the health and wellbeing of the university community. Those who complete the survey will earn e-gift card compensation. This spring S4S participants are also invited to give a saliva DNA sample for additional compensation.

For more information, contact Emily Lilley at echlilley@vcu.edu or visit http://spit4science.vcu.edu.

The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated Eta Theta Chapter is hosting a week of events to celebrate National Finer Womanhood Month. Follow the sorority on Instagram @etathetazetas or check out the group's website etathetazetas.com for more information. The service for this week will be a feminine hygiene product drive. Today (Monday): Beyond Your School Daze. Wednesday: Sista' You've Been on My Mind. Thursday: Standin' on BiZness, Friday: Informational

For more information, contact Ashley Miller at milleram15@vcu.edu or visit http://etathetazetas.com.

VCU Career Services’ Suit Yourself Closet is collecting professional clothing to help students dress to impress and express. Collection boxes will be available through Wednesday, March 13 at locations across the Monroe Park and MCV campuses in partnership with Business Career Services, Engineering Career Services, Women in Science, SEMSS Engagement Committee and Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center’s LGBTQ+ employee resource group. Check out @vcucareers on IG for item and location details.

For more information, contact Suit Yourself Closet at suityourself@vcu.edu.

VCU's Education Abroad Office will celebrate Study Abroad Day today (Monday, Feb. 26). Learn about study abroad opportunities from Ed Abroad staff at the Compass between 12:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. Rams in Recovery’s Coffee Bike, Recovery Roast, will serve coffee and information. Need a U.S. passport-style photograph to renew or apply for your passport? The Global Education Office will host drop-in hours at 912 W. Grace St. from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to get your free passport photo.

For more information, contact Alex Levy at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5794.

VCU Libraries invites students to apply for funding to attend the American Library Association Annual Conference in San Diego. The program seeks applicants interested in libraries or writing or illustrating children’s or young adult literature. The recipient will receive funding to attend the June 27-July 2 conference and will be assigned a mentor from VCU Libraries. Apply at the following URL by March 18.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2024-news/christenbury-award.html.

Nominations are being accepted for the 2024 Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment. The VCU and VCU Health System communities are invited to nominate a faculty member, staff member, academic or administrative leader or organization, or a student or student organization. Apply at the following URL by Thursday, Feb. 29.

For more information, contact Corey Martin at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://president.vcu.edu/nominations/pacme/.

VCU School of Education doctoral students invite any undergraduate man of color (including transgender and gender noncomforming) 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.

This study is seeking individuals between the ages of 18 and 35 years who have PTSD or symptoms of PTSD. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of PTSD symptoms on blood vessel function during acute exercise and following exercise training. 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.

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 at the following URL by March 3.

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

RAMS-2-RAMS is a peer support intervention designed to provide social support and connection to campus and community resources for VCU students' food security and well-being. We will also be evaluating RAMS-2-RAMS to learn about its effectiveness. If interested, complete the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Youngmi Kim at ykim@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/c4ffaDDQ1oqjJTbo7.