Student Issue for May 9, 2024
This week
2024 Interior Design MFA+BFA Thesis Show
Friday, May 10, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Interior Design @ VCUarts will celebrate its graduating MFA and BFA students at its 2024 Thesis Show. See independent thesis projects that explore the intersections of humans and the interior environment. Remarks and honors will be offered at 6 p.m. All are welcome; light refreshments will be served. The event will be held at The Workshop by T+D at 1400 Mactavish Ave. in Scott's Addition.
For more information, contact Roberto Ventura at rlventura@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1713 or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/academics/departments/interior-design/.
Coming up
Metal Additive Manufacturing Workshop
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11 a.m.
CimQuest Manufacturing Solutions will partner with the Advanced Magnetic Materials Processing Laboratory at VCU to showcase Xact Metal's 3D printers. The devices combine the critical additive manufacturing specifications of metal powder-bed fusion (SLM/DMLS) with cutting-edge technology to offer uncompromised as-printed part quality at an affordable price. The event will be in Room 1313, Engineering Research Building, 401 W. Main St., and the Collaboration Hub.
For more information, contact Radhika Barua at rbarua@vcu.edu or (716) 380-7055.
VCU Data Science Series: Barriers to Using Insurance Claims for Data-to-Care Prescription Strategies
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from noon to 12:45 p.m.
VCU's Center for Rehabilitation Science and Engineering and the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation will present via Zoom the VCU Data Science Series, featuring April D. Kimmel, Ph.D. Kimmel's presentation will include a discussion of strategies for Virginia Medicare and Medicaid data studies. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Joshua Hahn at hahnj2@vcu.edu or (804) 628-6630 or visit https://pmr.vcu.edu/research/data-hub/vcu-data-science-series/.
Brandcenter Virtual Informational Session
Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Want to learn more about the Brandcenter's grad programs in advertising/branding? Come to the next virtual informational session — like a Brandcenter 101 — to learn about what the Brandcenter does and why it is done and hear about the Brandcenter experience. The discussion will cover the program, its concentrations (Art Direction, Copywriting, Creative Brand Management, Experience Design and Strategy) and the admission process. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.
For more information, contact Brandcenter at brandcenter@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8384 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/BrandcenterVirtualInfoSession?utm_source=TelegRam.
Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Academic Medicine: Experiences and Challenges
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.
In recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the VCU School of Medicine's DEI Office will host a presentation via Zoom by Associate Professor Lindsay E. Y. Kuo, M.D., MBA, FACS, Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine Department of Surgery. Kuo will discuss the journey of AAPI individuals within the medical profession. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Ashli Phillips at ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/12382235.
School of Social Work Happy Hour
Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Reflect on the end of another successful academic year with the School of Social Work. Connect with alumni, faculty, staff and Interim Dean Gary Cuddeback, Ph.D., over complimentary refreshments. The event will be at the Graduate Hotel rooftop, 301 W. Franklin St.
For more information, contact Rachel Zeeve at zeeverb@vcu.edu or visit https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/SSWHH52024.
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