Tuesday, Jul. 23, 2024 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Find a quiet reflection in the middle of your day with this virtual guided meditation presented by VCU HR and RecWell. This session is suitable for all levels of practice. Register in Talent@VCU or at https://bit.ly/45HywWs

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

Tuesday, Jul. 23, 2024 at 4 p.m.

Learn to meet the needs of your audience with strong, logical, structurally sound writing. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Wednesday, Jul. 24, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Elevate your workplace communication with the convenience of the Avaya Workplace mobility app. Whether you are in the office, teleworking, have a hybrid schedule or are on the move, it’s easy to take your office phone number wherever you go; seamlessly using it on your mobile device or computer. With the app, outbound calls display your work phone number, ensuring a professional and consistent communication experience. Register for the virtual Avaya Workplace training at the following URL.

For more information, contact Wayne Johnson at wljohnson@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4400 or visit https://training.vcu.edu/.

Thursday, Jul. 25, 2024 from 10 a.m. to noon

RecWell’s Mindful Ambassador Program invites students, faculty and staff to join a two-hour workshop on creating a mindful and healthier campus community. Participants will learn about different meditation techniques, belly breathing, mindful posture and leading meditation sessions. Upon completion, those who attend will receive mindfulness resources and a leadership sticker. Register for the Zoom lilnk at the following URL.

For more information, contact Starr Robinson at peerhealth@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/84030114827.

Thursday, Jul. 25, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

HR's Learning, Development and Organizational Culture team will lead a workshop via Zoom on effective groups and teams for managers. The course will focus on ground rules that lead to mutual learning and improved team performance. Register in Talent@VCU at the following URL.

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit https://rb.gy/ahftvg.

Thursday, Jul. 25, 2024 at noon

Learn more about the VCU Master of Decision Analytics Weekend Program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. Alumni will speak about their experience in the program including the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. Program administrators will be available to answer any questions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Kaeser at rekaeser@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/graduate-programs/mda-weekend/#newsSection.

Thursday, Jul. 25, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

The VCU School of Medicine Dean’s Office will host a facilitated listening session for VCU School of Medicine staff to discuss the current conflict in the Gaza region. The listening session is to help foster a deeper understanding among our community and to deepen our understanding as colleagues. The session will be in Room 3-101, James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, 1201 E Marshall St. Questions: Email Kevin Harris, Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at kevin.harris2@vcuhealth.org

For more information, contact Ashli Phillips at ashli.phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/12746434.

Thursday, Jul. 25, 2024 at 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, Jul. 26, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join students participating in the Honors Summer Undergraduate Research Program for a poster session highlighting their research projects. The session will be at the Goodwin Research Lab, 1400 E. Broad St.

For more information, contact Honors College at honors@vcu.edu.

Friday, Aug. 2, 2024 from 9 a.m. to noon

VCU HR facilitates a bi-monthly, three-hour manager orientation session via Zoom designed to introduce all managers, especially new managers, to the VCU culture and community. Register at https://hr.vcu.edu/new-employees/new-managers/#d.en.606935 See the HR webpage for new managers (https://hr.vcu.edu/new-employees/new-managers/) to learn about additional development opportunities.

For more information, contact Shana Ryman at sryman@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/c9d762b0-4b72-40a9-b872-9c8b8a40d277.

Friday, Sep. 27, 2024 at 9 a.m.

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center will host the Walter Lawrence Jr., M.D., Research Retreat at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. The event will feature Pulitzer Prize winner Siddhartha Mukherjee as well as scientific presentations from faculty and students and a research poster session. The event honors Walter Lawrence Jr., Massey's director emeritus. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Courtney Rose at rosec2@vcu.edu or visit https://web.cvent.com/event/6bc3a054-8f1c-44b3-8347-cac1e431b7a6/summary.

ACE-IT in College is hiring Federal Work-Study academic or job coaches for 2024-25. Applicants must be registered as full-time students and have accepted their FWS award. This is a nine-month, part-time position with ACE-IT in College. Applications are being accepted until Friday, Aug. 9. Applications must be submitted via the Handshake app. Apply at the following URLs: vcu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/9024430 or vcu.joinhandshake.com/jobs/9024499

For more information, contact Jan Shea at djshea@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2057 or visit https://soe.vcu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/certificate-ace-it/.

Those interested in a law enforcement career 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 a VCU Police officer. VCU and VCU Health faculty and staff receive a $5,000 bonus upon completing the academy and field training. The 50th Academy starts in fall 2024.

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

RecWell’s Outdoor Adventure Program offers free activity clinics including beginners’ whitewater rafting, flat-water standup paddlboarding and whitewater rafting. Clinics are open to VCU students and RecWell members. Clinics are held on select Wednesdays from 3-7 p.m. See the schedule at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emily Philpott at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=d722033b-3a3d-44c6-a639-491797a4b9a2.

The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course is open for VCU students and RecWell members looking to learn how to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies. Participants will earn a certificate that satisfies OSHA requirements for workplace First Aid/CPR/AED training. Classes are offered throughout June and July. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=157236e4-f012-4926-b19a-80ba87072981.

VCU's Division of Community Engagement will host Childsavers for an in-person training series at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. This series will provide essential information and resources to help community members understand and cope with trauma. It includes a standard two-day training session with an optional one-day train-the-trainer workshop. Registration fees apply. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/143/1723467600000.