11 a.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/.

12 p.m. 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.

4 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 Graduate Certificate program in Media and Leadership. Join a session here: https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad Unable to attend? Schedule a one-on-one at https://calendar.app.google/jfFWTc3M61sfR4qS7

For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or (804) 525-9425 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.

The Trans and Non-Binary Support Group facilitated by University Counseling Services and Rams in Recovery continues throughout the summer. This non-clinical support group is designed to provide space for students who want to build community. The group is hybrid, so students can join virtually or at the Rams in Recovery clubhouse on campus. Sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lauren Powell at detrevillelj@vcu.edu or visit http://counseling.vcu.edu.

The University Academic Advising Board Awards and Grants Committee has launched the 2024 Awards Cycle. The UAAB Awards Program encourages support and recognition of outstanding advising at VCU. Awards are presented across several different categories to individuals who have demonstrated excellence in advising, innovation and administration. View all award categories, criteria and submit nominations at https://forms.gle/H9wXq9XgWot9zJbX6 by Friday, June 14. An Award Recommendation Form is now available. Interested in nominating someone for an award/scholarship but missing information such as the nominee’s updated résumé/C.V. or are limited on time? Now you can recommend a VCU colleague for a self-nomination. Submit a recommendation form at https://forms.gle/zWHAv3MgatXeWnzc7 by Friday, May 31.

For more information, contact Cathryn Coffey at ccoffey@vcu.edu.

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 (LEAP).

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

Beneficial gut microbes may be the answer. VCU is inviting people who drink and want to stop or reduce drinking habits. This includes people who are at least 18 years old and who drink any types of alcohol on a regular basis to participate in a seven-month study. Participants will receive a physical exam and study medication (active drug or a placebo). All appointments are confidential and all study visits are provided at no cost. Compensation will be provided. The PI is Jasmohan Bajaj, MD.

For more information, contact Jennifer Montano at montanoja2@vcu.edu or (804) 628-3051.