Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Summer is upon us and now is the perfect time to take a moment for quiet reflection and meditation aimed to help reset in a time of busyness. This meditation brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell, is suitable for all levels of practice. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3Qrd5CG

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Huiping Zhou, Ph.D., will present an online research seminar titled, "Sphingolipids in MASLD." Registration is required: https://bit.ly/4am55uF

For more information, contact Jennifer Sayne at Jennifer.Sayne@vcuhealth.org or visit https://liverinstitute.medschool.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at noon

Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program (Flexible Format and Online Cohort) at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide an overview of program formats, curriculum and admissions process. No registration is required; join at the following Zoom link.

For more information, contact Hawley Smyth at smythh@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5127 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/82860818647.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

The ability to understand and communicate effectively in teams is an important part of your personal and professional success. Through discussion and interactive exercises, explore virtually how teams can work together most effectively and learn how to apply successful team concepts and strategies in very practical ways. Interpersonal difficulties, such as trust, skill identification, conflict resolution and communication issues will be examined. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3UePGp0

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6 p.m.

Join VCU Alumni to learn about Virginia529. For more than 25 years, Virginia529 has helped millions of families plan and save for education expenses through tax-advantaged savings programs. Invest529 helps families save for higher education expenses, private K-12 tuition, student loan repayments and registered apprenticeship programs. VCU Alumni who attend this webinar will receive an exclusive offer – a $25 gift code to open a new Invest529 account. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiera Byrd at mcguire@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/4ao4ckn.

Thursday, May 30, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join faculty and staff from the VCU School of Nursing and VCU da Vinci Center for Innovation to ask questions about our graduate certificate program that will make it simpler for those with an interest in innovation to develop products and solutions to challenges facing the health care industry. Register for the Zoom link at https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/HealthCareCert-05-30

For more information, contact VCU da Vinci Center at davincicenter@vcu.edu.

Monday, Jul. 15, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

VCU women's basketball head coach Beth O’Boyle will host a week-long basketball camp at the Stuart C. Siegel Center this summer for all girls and boys ages 5-14. Campers will be taught basic basketball skills and fundamentals by current VCU players and coaches. Campers will also have the opportunity to play games, participate in contests and win prizes. All skill levels are welcome. Register at the following URL by Friday, June 14 for $25 off the cost of registration. Along with that, VCU staff and employees can use the following promo code DAY10OFF for an additional $10 off.

For more information, contact Samantha Brenner at brenners@vcu.edu or (603) 321-5231 or visit https://www.bethoboylebasketballcamps.com/index.cfm.

The Cary Street Gym Climbing Wall is closed through through Friday, Aug. 16 for replacement. During this time, there may be disruptions to normal operations, specifically in the fitness center surrounding the existing climbing wall.

For more information, contact Sam Albert at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/outdoor-adventure/climbing-and-bouldering/.

Discover the majesty of Mozart's Requiem with VCU's Choral Arts Society (APPM359, CRN 29766). Register for choir and join forces with the VCU Symphony to delve deep into the melodies and intricate harmonies of Mozart's iconic music. Under the guidance of conductors Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., (Choral) and Professor Daniel Myssy (Orchestral), refine your vocal skills, collaborate with fellow musicians and experience the sheer joy of making music at its finest.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/community/vcuarts-faculty-and-staff/directory/christopher-hansen/.

VCU’s Injury and Violence Prevention Program invites students to be a part of the research assistant team. Research assistants shadow researchers, assist with collecting data, learn how to enter and clean data and attend weekly lab meetings. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Isabella Schneck at isabella.schneck@vcuhealth.org or (703) 475-4929 or visit https://www.vcuhealth.org/services/injury-and-violence-prevention/injury-and-violence-prevention-research-lab/interested-in-working-with-us.