2 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/.

Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The VCU Free Store will reopen at 930 W. Grace St. Visit the the Free Store website for information on how to make an appointment to check out what is available in the store.

For more information, contact Parker Long at freestore@vcu.edu or visit https://sustainability.vcu.edu/programs/free-store/.

Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Weeks of Welcome will present the Student Organization and Volunteer Opportunities Fair at Monroe Park. Dive into the heart of campus life and learn more about VCU's organizations. Discover how being a part of the university's mission can bring new opportunities your way, from building connections to making a real impact.

For more information, contact Jesse Scott at scottje4@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/wow/rsvp_boot?id=1933170.

Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

First Love will host a game night in Rooms A and B, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Meet new people, play games, enjoy free food and a free raffle prize drawing.

For more information, contact Yasmin John at johnye@vcu.edu.

Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Saddle up and join VCU's Division of Student Affairs for a rootin' tootin' good time. Join in the fun with games, food and prizes. The event will be in the plaza of the University Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Jesse Scott at scottje4@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/wow/rsvp_boot?id=1933125.

Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Global Education Office and Global Learning team will host a table on the Compass (Shafer side) to help students learn how they can go beyond the Compass while at VCU, including meeting with faculty leading trips overseas this winter break. This event is part of Weeks of Welcome 2024. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5794 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/eduabroad/rsvp_boot?id=1933184.

Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024 from noon to 3 p.m.

VCU Career Services will host a job fair for students interested in part-time employment opportunities around Richmond. Come learn about available part-time jobs and meet local employers, including campus departments, who are recruiting Rams like you. Explore opportunities that can provide you hands-on experience, relevant skill-building, professional connections and a paycheck while you are in school. The event will be in the Commonwealth Ballroom, VCU Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Aimee Selleck at selleckap@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/50471.

Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024 at noon

Join VCU's School of Public Health for an informational session via Zoom for the Master of Public Health Program. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katherine Peterman at petermankb@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtfu6gqDoiHtW2Dr0mRUnD8xrORZz9LJXl.

Wednesday, Sep. 11, 2024 from 11 a.m. to noon

Join the Central VA Central Virginia Society of Clinical Research Associates Chapter and VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research via Zoom in recognizing National Sickle Cell Awareness month. Wally Smith, M.D., director of VCU's Sickle Cell Program, will present "Sickle Cell Gene Therapy: Trials and Triumphs." SOCRA CE are available for SOCRA members who attend. Registration is required. Register 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/tZYqfu-urD4vH93pPRX6j2n_mZb0yyD0Tcp0.

Saturday, Sep. 14, 2024 at 5 p.m.

The National Pan Hellenic Council at VCU will present its annual step competition, Fall Block a cinematic experience, at the Stuart C. Siegel Center, 1200 W. Broad St. Purchase tickets at the following URL. For Greek tickets, visit the Fraternity and Sorority Life office in the VCU Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Madison Traylor at traylorm@vcu.edu or visit https://vcutickets.evenue.net/events/FBSS.

Monday, Sep. 16, 2024 at 9 a.m.

VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute's Supervisors and Managers Boot Camp is open for registration. This five-day course is a highly interactive sequence of topics, tips and tools focused on developing leadership skills while increasing knowledge and confidence in solving challenges that come with supervising others. The course will be held at Westover at Maymont. Apply at the following URL.

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

Students interested in law enforcement are invited to speak with VCU Police. Take courses in all levels of degree programs for free, work toward student loan forgiveness and receive a competitive salary and benefits as an officer. VCU students receive a $5,000 bonus upon completing the academy and field training. The 50th Academy starts in fall 2024. Applicants who are made a conditional offer may qualify for the department’s Law Enforcement Apprenticeship Program.

For more information, contact VCU Police at policerecruit@vcu.edu or visit http://police.vcu.edu/about/recruitment/.

VCU's Division of Inclusive Excellence is accepting applications for the Inclusive Excellence Student Fellows program. This program aims to empower students to actively contribute to campus-wide inclusion initiatives, enhance their leadership skills and promote inclusive excellence throughout the university and the broader Richmond community. Apply at the following URL by Friday, Aug. 30.

For more information, contact Brooke Berry at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/RHjUPUqH7oMCDDKr6.

RecWell’s Weightlifting 101 is a beginner-friendly class for individuals looking to build strength and confidence in the gym. Experienced and welcoming instructors will teach the fundamentals of weightlifting, including proper form, technique and safety measures to ensure a fun and injury-free workout. Dates are Tuesday, Aug. 27-Oct. 3, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Registration closes Friday, Aug. 23.

For more information, contact Abbas Sherazi at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=ee81b025-a172-4470-b8c9-199992eca3cf.

FERPA affords students the rights to inspect and review educational records; request that records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading be corrected; provide written consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent; and to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education.

For more information, contact The Office of the University Registrar at rar@vcu.edu.

The Office of the University Registrar is responsible for notifying the university community that it does not release nonpublic information about VCU students. This information is used and shared in a limited and carefully controlled manner. It is not disclosed, except as permitted by law, unless authorized by the student.

For more information, contact The Office of the University Registrar at rar@vcu.edu.

Join VCU's Choral Arts and perform one of the greatest choral works ever written. No audition is needed — all are welcome. Sign up with APPM359 CRN29766 and let’s make music together.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., director of choral activities at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/academics/departments/music/ensembles/vocal-ensemble/.

Are you a freshman at VCU age 18+? If so, you are eligible to take part in Spit for Science: The VCU Student Survey. This research project looks at how environmental and genetic factors contribute to emotional health along with alcohol and substance use habits. Freshmen ages 18 and older have been sent an email invitation to the survey, so be sure to check your inbox. $20 cash available upon completion and an additional $20 for providing DNA (optional). Questions? Email: spit4science@vcu.edu

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

Don’t miss VCUDine’s Weeks of Welcome events at Shafer Court Dining Center, 810 Cathedral Place. Special events will include Wellness Wednesday (Aug. 21: 12-1:30 p.m.); Back-to-School Cookout (Thursday, Aug. 22: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.); Cuban Sandwich Day (Friday, Aug. 23: 10:30 a.m.-close) and Brunch (Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 25: open-close). Details and events, follow @VCU_Dining on Instagram.

For more information, contact Lauren Hay at dining@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit http://vcu.campusdish.com.

The VCU Humanities Research Center's Graphic Narratives Lab is accepting applications for undergraduate student fellows. Fellows propose project plans, either in the creation (i.e comic strip, zine), writing (writing a script for a comic or zine) and/or scholarship of comics (i.e. an essay discussing a topic/theme within the comics genre). Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/labs/graphic-narratives-lab/graphic-narratives-lab-student-fellowships/.

VCU HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) is accepting e-board applications for the current school year. Fill out the application at the following URL with your interest in serving as the committee chair for the fundraising, communications and/or social media committees.

For more information, contact VCU HOSA at vcuhosa@gmail.com or (425) 979-6452 or visit https://forms.gle/CXvkCjEg2D1BuJB29.

Do you vape? We are seeking participants between 18 to 29 years old who regularly vape to participate in a study investigating the effects of e-cigarettes on cardiovascular health. We are also seeking non-users. Compensation is included.

For more information, contact Vascular and Integrative Physiology (VIP) Laboratory at theviplab@vcu.edu or (804) 396-4498.

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.