12 p.m.

Learn how to use the tools you need to write your best statement. Register at the following URL.

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

3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join VCU's Division of Community Engagement for a conversation about the Carnegie Reclassification and the impact of the university's community partnerships. The insights gained about this self-study will help to assess and elevate the review of current findings. Take part in the meeting via Zoom at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/87280519174

For more information, contact Shari Garmise at garmiseso@vcu.edu or visit http://community.vcu.edu/initiatives/carnegie/.

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Students, faculty and staff are invited to this event with Alejandra Campoverdi, author of the best-selling and award-winning book. The author will share her first-generation college student experiences before, during and after college; answer audience questions and sign books at the reception immediately following the talk in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Students can pick up a free copy of her book before 4 p.m. on Wednesday in Room 201 (You First) or Room 211 (TRIO), Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu.

6 p.m.

Join Bryn Mawr assistant professor Paul Joseph López Oro for a discussion on AfroLatinidad as a cultural identity that describes people of Latin American or Latin American descent who are also of African ancestry. The session will be in person at the University Student Commons Theater, 907 Floyd Ave., and virtual at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctfuGtrzMvHNd7kQNv3hnTY17U-JspD5W8#/registration

For more information, contact Anita Nadal at elcentro@vcu.edu.

6 p.m.

Join the Medical Journal Club at VCU to hear Ananya Aengula present on how expanded FORWARD trial demonstrates continued potential for stem cell-derived islet cell therapy to eliminate need for insulin for people with type 1 diabetes, formerly known as juvenile diabetes. Participation in the club's article presentations counts as engagement toward its $3,199 Kaplan MCAT Scholarship. Click on the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Medical Journal Club at VCU at mjc.vcu@gmail.com or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/84094875284.

Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Rural Rams is meant to help students who come from rural backgrounds find community through networking, discussing common assets and challenges and finding their new neighbors. The group will meet on the first Friday of each month in Room 107, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. The discussion topic for this meeting will be "Rural is Diverse, Rural is NOT a Monolith." RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sara Rafuse at rafusese@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/611N4K8TzBGp921XA.

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Wright Regional Center for Clinical and Translational Science will host two webinars to discuss the center's Translational Science Pilot Grant funding mechanism. Faculty researchers may apply for up to $25,000 to fund their translational science projects. Applications are due by Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025. Register for one of the two seminars by using these links: Tuesday, Oct. 8 at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lfu-upjosEtVmvGaaPV0dci1F3k8MBn7I or Wednesday, OCt. 9 at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcoduqrpj8vHNzT2_UZdc-cHBglh5ClMTXI

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu,edu or visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/support/funding/translational-science-pilot-grants/.

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.

Join RVA's own Gamelan Raga Kusuma with special guest vocalist Peni Candra Rini for an evening of Balinese and Javanese gamelan music. The event will be in the W.E. Singleton Center for Performing Arts, 922, Park Ave. Those who attend will be invited on stage following the concert to try out the instruments.

For more information, contact Justin Alexander at jlalexander@vcu.edu or (501) 358-8083.

Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The VCU SOM ACCESS Global Health Program and VCU School of Medicine Dean's Office will present Caring for the Richmond Refugee Population, in the learning theater of the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), 1201 E. Marshall St. The event will include a conversation about refugee resettlement and health care occurring in the Richmond region.

For more information, contact Konrad McKalip at mckalipks@vcu.edu or (571) 354-9930.

Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center will present an M-Power Community Workshop alongside M-Power Richmond at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 216 W. Leigh St. M-Power is dedicated to changing the course of myeloma in the African-American community. Register for this free workshop at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Pierce at piercer2@vcu.edu or visit https://www.myeloma.org/events/m-power-richmond-community-workshop-2024?utm_source=print&utm_medium=postcard&utm_campaign=24mpowerrichmond.

Friday, Oct. 11, 2024 at 11 a.m.

Join VCU's Office of Multicultural Students Affairs on National Coming Out Day for an inclusive event filled with food, community engagement and the celebration of diversity and inclusion. PRIDE T-Shirts will be given out (while supplies last) at the event featuring Progress Pride Flag colors, symbolizing support for all queer people. The event will be on the plaza of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Jair Lecky at leckyjj@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1935351.

Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Join the UNStoppable VCU Liver Team at the Liver Life Walk in Richmond's Byrd Park, 600 S. Arthur Ashe Blvd. This American Liver Foundation event provides participants an opportunity to come together and raise awareness and funds in support of the liver community. Register at the following URL and select the VCU team to walk together.

For more information, contact Sarah McCall at Sarah.McCall@vcuhealth.org or visit https://liverlifewalk.org/virginia/.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Learn more about the purpose and value of VCU career communities, which are inclusive opportunities to enhance staff career development. Several open positions available. An in-person session will be held Oct. 15 (HR Training Room, 922 W. Grace St.) and virtual session (Wednesday, Oct. 23). Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Beverly Walker at bwalker@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/career-development/career-communities/.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 at 3:30 p.m.

Multiple class sessions: Oct. 15 (Tuesday), 16 (Wednesday) and 17 (Thursday). This workshop considers common misconceptions around DEI work and ways to approach it with more vigor and authenticity. Participants will come away with strategies for making their DEI work more clear and compelling for a wider group of participants. Choose a date and register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tre Straughter at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqd-yorjIvE9ZaxNirLuVObT0JM-zsmKR3#/registration.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU Common Book Program and VCU’s Project Gabriel will host a panel discussion to explore the intersection of DEI and reparative justice. This event, to be held in Room 202, STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St., will examine how efforts to address racial injustice have impacted historically marginalized communities, both within academia and beyond. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Stephanie Rizzi at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/RQ6WRaiBKaKAAArWA.

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

How does budgeting fit into your monthly spending plan? Finding the balance between your budget and savings can help give you control over spending while preparing your finances for the unexpected. Led by Monica Van Arsdale from Virginia Credit Union, this program is designed specifically to educate participants on the core financial wellness topics. Participants will engage in the four main topics of financial wellness; saving, credit, debt and budgeting for the future. The event will be at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. Regoster at the following email address.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/156/1729087200000.

The ability to create and edit Google Sites is no longer available. The Google Sites service will be fully decommissioned as of December 2024. University-related sites and course-related sites should be moved or created in the appropriate university systems. Personal sites should be created on non-university hosted platforms.

For more information, contact Dr. Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://collaborate.vcu.edu/apps/sites/.

RecWell’s lifeguard instructor course is for those interested in planning and teaching American Red Cross lifeguard courses. Lifeguard instructors can also bridge to other disciplines within the American Red Cross program, including CPR/AED for professional rescuers, basic CPR/AED, first aid and basic life support. Program dates are Oct. 15-31, Tuesday/Thursday, 4-8 p.m. Register at the following URL by noon on Tuesday, Oct. 8.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=2ce927aa-e031-40e6-b64c-d3a8ac5d6876.

Private and semi-private swimming lessons are available to VCU students and RecWell members ages 2 and older. RecWell’s water safety instructors work with clients to create tailored, individual plans that allow time to focus on specific skills. Lessons can be scheduled during any time time the pool is open and may be split in to 30-, 45- or 60-minute sessions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=a9d42f0f-eb7a-4f59-9060-c35938cac9d0.

RecWell’s lifeguard instructor course is for those interested in planning and teaching American Red Cross Lifeguard courses. Lifeguard instructors can also bridge to other disciplines within the American Red Cross program, including CPR/AED for professional rescuers, basic CPR/AED, first aid and basic life support. Program dates are Oct. 15-31, Tuesday/Thursday, 4-8 p.m. Registration closes at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 8. 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=212c2835-0e59-439a-85e6-cc97af81db3e.

RecWell's well-being coaching program offers personalized appointments to help VCU students reach their well-being goals. RecWell's coaching team provides a supportive space for change, while also offering information and resources to help students make informed decisions about their health. Register for an appointment at the following URL.

For more information, contact RecWell at coachwell@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/well-being-coaching/grow-your-well-being-goals/.

Richmond Refugee Health Partners is offering a volunteering opportunity organized by Students Together Assisting Refugees and the International Rescue Committee of Richmond. Student volunteers and IRC staff will teach local refugees about the American health care system through 1-2 hour sessions each week. Apply at the following URL by Wednesday, Oct. 9. Information about RRHP will also be emailed to those in the STAR@VCU RamsConnect.

For more information, contact Students Together Assisting Refugees @ VCU at staratvcu@gmail.com or visit https://forms.gle/qpmBnjefywJJrJcV8.

Do you vape? We are seeking participants between 18 to 29 years old who regularly vape to participate in a study investigating the effects of e-cigarettes on cardiovascular health. We are also seeking non-users. Compensation is included.

For more information, contact Vascular and Integrative Physiology (VIP) Lab at theviplab@vcu.edu or (804) 396-4498.