Wednesday, May 15, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Ensuring that our assets will pass to loved ones, and causes that are near and dear is important to most of us. Join VCU HR and TIAA to discover the components of a basic estate plan and strategies to ensure that your wishes are met in this virtual financial well-being session. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4dioUoi

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

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to noon

The Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity is seeking volunteer Honor Council members to serve on hearings. It is open to full-time faculty, staff and students. Virtual training will be offered and typically takes around two-and-a-half hours. A second session will be offered from 1:30-4 p.m. the same day.

For more information, contact Tracey Mullis at mullistd@vcu.edu.

Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 12:45 a.m.

The VCU Genomics Core will present a mini-symposium in Room 129, Robert Blackwell Smith Building, 410 N. 12th St. and via Zoom. The event will feature recent VCU research, provide information about lab-technical resources available via the VCU Genomics Core and present the latest innovations by a leading vendor in the field. Lunch will be provided those who register. The event is free but registration is required. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Karolina Aberg at genomics@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/6F6GfNXamLMkyCNv6.

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 3 p.m.

Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center will present via Zoom "Mental Health and the film, 'The Central Lunatic Asylum for Colored Insane'" with Shawn O. Utsey, Ph.D. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlce6sqT8rEtSnqo4cYE4eHJwca-NghmLM#/registration

For more information, contact the Rev. Rachel Pierce at piercer2@vcu.edu or visit https://www.masseycancercenter.org/facts-and-faith-fridays.

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.

Thursday, May 23, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's School of Medicine Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is launching a new resource to foster more meaningful intergroup relationships and communications. Open to all, this series seeks to create a sense of belonging through the sharing of stories, active listening and building and strengthening relationships and connections. The meeting will be in Room 7-202, James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, 1201 E. Marshall St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ashli Phillips at ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/12375795.

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.

VCU Police and VCU Parking and Transportation remind the VCU community that upcoming high school graduations will create interruptions to parking from May 20-24, Monday-Friday. Additionally, traffic surrounding the Siegel Center is expected to be heavier than normal. West Broad Street Deck subscribers will relocate to alternate facilities and a dedicated shuttle service will be provided. Reciprocal parking will be disabled at West Broad Street Deck from May 20-24.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit https://parking.vcu.edu/special-events/high-school-graduations.