Thursday, Jun. 6, 2024 at noon

It’s important to continue saving for retirement – even when other financial needs crop up. This virtual seminar, presented by VCU HR and MissionSquare, will feature a discussion about ensuring that your future remains a priority even when life gets in the way. This session, about protecting your finances and saving for college and other goals, is geared toward early to mid-career employees. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3KozSve

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/.

Thursday, Jun. 6, 2024 at 3 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, Jun. 11, 2024 at noon

Learn more about the VCU Executive MBA program at a webinar hosted by the Business School. Alumni will speak about their experience in the program including the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. Program administrators will join the alumni to answer questions. Click on the URL below to register.

For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/graduate-programs/executive-mba/?post=executive-mba-webinar-with-alumni-panel-qa-3.

Tuesday, Jun. 11, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

When your boss cancels a meeting with you, do you assume it’s personal or that your job is in trouble? Does receiving a call from your child’s school cause heart palpitations? Jumping to conclusions and worst-case scenarios are examples of thinking traps – negative patterns of thought. Learn from Anthem EAP and VCU HR how to reverse your thinking traps and help others do the same. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4bEt097

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Jun. 12, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Deborah DiazGranados, Ph.D., Director of Evaluation, Wright Center, will discuss via Zoom best practices for designing and using research surveys. The seminar is part of the Whetting Your Appetite for Research hosted by VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. 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/tZMpdeusqjkoE9M2Drc8IkNtf0Myc41s7flo.

Thursday, Jun. 13, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host a grant-writing seminar via Zoom. Imad Damaj, Ph.D., professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology, will discuss effective strategies for responding to reviewers’ comments about grants. 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/tZYlf-ihrTkpEtQXbm4zypolqvKctffE-hcj.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 at 9 a.m.

VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute's Experienced Supervisors Institute is open for registration until Nov. 1. This three-day course, Nov. 6-8, will help participants build the necessary competencies to move beyond the role of a managing supervisor and become an influential leader. ESI focuses on advanced supervision tools and tips and an introspective look at what it takes to succeed in challenging climates. The session will be held at Westover at Maymont. Register before Nov. 1 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Deb Taminger at dktaminger@vcu.edu or visit https://pmg.vcu.edu/professional-development/esi/.

VCU Libraries has selected six faculty projects involving 13 collaborating faculty for new Affordable Course Content Awards. This grant program supports faculty who enhance the learning experience for students through free and/or open course materials. Projects and recipients are detailed in the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or (804) 591-5865 or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2024-news/acc-2024.html.

Automated external defibrillators and Stop the Bleed Kits are now available in large, high-traffic VCU buildings to use in the event of a medical emergency. Naloxone is also available through Rams in Recovery. Learn more about this life-saving equipment, locations and training at the following URL.

For more information, contact D. Travis Clark at occsafety@vcu.edu or visit https://srm.vcu.edu/workplace-safety-/occupational-safety/life-safety/.

HR listening sessions are hosted each semester to provide a pathway for direct feedback from staff to the assistant vice president of Human Resources, Alison Miller. View the overview of Spring 2024's listening sessions at the following URL, including VCU HR's next steps based on staff input.

For more information, contact VCU HR at askhr@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/survey-results-and-staff-events/.

The Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St., will host open court times this summer for pickleball. All are welcome. Saturday mornings have been added. No equipment is needed. See the weekly schedule at the following URL.

For more information, contact Misti Mueller at muellermr@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10Vo05USr8hQJ2C4oZDrFOygOeuaD8WXs9OgacJs6z5w/edit?usp=sharing.

The Global Education Office offers VCU employees the opportunity to earn micro-credentials and a digital badge through the Global Zone Training workshop as they gain knowledge, skills and resources for teaching and supporting international students and scholars. Digital badge earners will complete entry-level training in intercultural communication theory and relevant strategies. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Global Education Office at global@vcu.edu or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/faculty/globalzone/.

This month, VCU's Integrity and Compliance Office features videos with two more (fictional) employees who react to misconduct from one of their leaders. Then, FAQs are answered about speaking up and courses of action are offered about what individuals can do if they experience sexual harassment in the workplace. Find the blog at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kim McQuillen at mcquillenka@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2336 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/ico/2024/06/04/compliance-corner-issue-3-5/.

Do you have expertise in evaluation and a desire to learn and share knowledge about the impact and assessment of community-engaged efforts? VCU's Community Engagement Impact Learning Collaborative is seeking five to 10 faculty and staff members to join a group focused on identifying best practices for assessing the impact of VCU's Community Engagement Efforts. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Maghboeba Mosavel at engage@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRE_Dy-sEojHdID_ZxgmAZ-eulrW7LyqKPCWkZo_GG0f1fmg/viewform.