1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Calling all sophomores. Design thinking is helpful in tackling thorny, questions that don’t have one right answer. Feeling unsure about exactly what you want during your time at VCU? Did your plans change recently? This workshop, co-hosted by First and Second Year Experiences and the da Vinci Center, will provide an overview of the design-thinking framework and give you a chance to practice some of the techniques for your next year at VCU. The session will be at the Shift Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jonathan Fuller at fullerjd2@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1933385.

Friday, Aug. 30, 2024 from noon to 2 p.m.

Make your own string friendship bracelets. A tutorial will be available to use as a guide. The event will be in the Alumni Room, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Jessie Tignor at tignorjl@vcu.edu.

Saturday, Sep. 7, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Do you have an interest in health care? Are you someone who falls in an underrepresented minority group and you're looking to connect with other students on campus who are interested in health care but don't know where to start? Build community amongst P.R.I.M.E. (Professional Health and Related Interests Mentoring Experiences) members through photo shoots, games and Q&A for the executive board. The event will be held in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Monique Sample at vcuprime@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1578819.

Monday, Sep. 9, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

In this Meet VCU Authors webinar hosted by the Humanities Research Center, Bill Newmann looks at how U.S. presidents manage the advisory process for foreign policy decision-making. He argues that what often seems like chaos has real patterns to it and advocates in favor of understanding U.S. foreign policy during this critical moment in history. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/newm0909.

Thursday, Sep. 12, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Through video scenarios, interactive debriefing discussions and improvisation experiences, participants will discuss and practice responses to the scenarios in a safe and supportive environment. Learn how to address discrimination and other mistreatment in a clinical and learning environment. While the training has more of a clinical focus, the skills presented are adaptable to non-clinical settings. The session will be in Room 5-101, 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/12375947.

VCU wants every student to be successful in class - which is why over the next three weeks, faculty will submit progress reports to update you and your adviser on your progress in class. If you get a progress report email, don’t worry. There are plenty of time, people and resources to support you. First, talk to your instructor, then check out https://keeplearning.vcu.edu/stay/ for tips, and make an appointment to meet with your adviser if you have questions via Navigate 360 at https://go.vcu.edu/nav

For more information, contact VCU Student Success at success@vcu.edu or visit https://semss.vcu.edu/for-faculty-and-staff/early-notification-programs/.

Save the date for the 2024 Richmond Heart Walk, which will take place Saturday, Oct. 19. Join VCU and VCU Health to help raise funds to eliminate heart disease and stroke. Sign up at https://www2.heart.org/site/TR?company_id=465836&fr_id=10714&pg=company or view the flyer at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/resources/physical/.

VCU's Division of Inclusive Excellence is accepting applications for the Inclusive Excellence Student Fellows program. This program aims to empower students to actively contribute to campus-wide inclusion initiatives, enhance their leadership skills and promote inclusive excellence throughout the university and the broader Richmond community. Apply at the following URL by Friday, Aug. 30.

For more information, contact Brooke Berry at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/RHjUPUqH7oMCDDKr6.

Embarking on a fitness journey can feel a bit overwhelming, but RecWell’s nationally accredited personal trainers are ready to make that first step exciting and achievable. Learn about the equipment at the Cary Street Gym fitness center and how RecWell members work with trainers to develop programs that help them reach their fitness goals. Orientations are held Mondays and Thursdays, 1-2 p.m. at Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Registration is required. Register at the following URL. The orientation is open to VCU students and RecWell members.

For more information, contact Abbas Sherazi at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d8977fb0-3866-4059-8fca-230ea0d54380.

RecWell’s Outdoor Adventure Program will host the following trips for VCU students and RecWell members in September: sea kayaking weekend, day caving, paddle and paint, backpacking overnight, day hike and day climb. Spaces for all trips are limited. Register 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.

All students, faculty, staff and friends are invited to the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St., Monday through Friday from 4-8 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. through Sunday, Sept. 15. No equipment is needed. All levels are invited.

For more information, contact Misti Mueller at muellermr@vcu.edu or visit http://mfyc.vcu.edu.

Are you a student or recent graduate with a disability seeking an internship or job? Consider applying to the Workforce Recruitment Program beginning Monday, Aug. 26. The advantages of submitting an application include finding an internship or permanent position with federal agencies, exploring careers in the federal service and gaining interviewing experience. Register at the following URL by Tuesday, Oct. 15.

For more information, contact Monique Sample at msample@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1645 or visit http://www.wrp.gov.

VCU's Internal Funding Board is seeking help in deciding how to appropriate funding for student organizations. Questions: https://sga.vcu.edu/ To participate, apply by Friday, Sept. 6 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lisa Cooper at sgafunding@vcu.edu. or visit https://forms.gle/4qg7JdJyxyMH2FCv6.

How likely is it that you will get the Covid-19 booster this fall? Click here to respond: https://vcubusiness.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afSPBJXtAVpVVT8

For more information, contact Jodie Ferguson at jlferguson@vcu.edu or (770) 845-2222 or visit http://www.rvaviews.com.

VCU HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) is accepting e-board applications for the current school year. Fill out the application at the following URL with your interest in serving as the committee chair for the fundraising, communications and/or social media committees.

For more information, contact HOSA at VCU at vcuhosa@gmail.com or visit https://forms.gle/CXvkCjEg2D1BuJB29.

Individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as Black or African American are invited to participate in a research study examining the effect of acute and chronic stress on cardiovascular and inflammation responses to an acute mental challenge. Raffle drawings for financial compensation will be conducted. This study will take place at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Jeremy Via at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

The Research on Excessive, Persistent, and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab at VCU is conducting a brain imaging study to understand how decision making differs between adults with anorexia nervosa, obsessive-compulsive disorder or no history of either disorder. Participants will be compensated for taking part in the study. Take the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2658 or visit https://tinyurl.com/25wnkh7z.

This study is seeking postmenopausal females to participate in a research study examining the effect of exercise training on blood vessel function. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principle Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.