12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and the Health Sciences Library will present a lunch research seminar via Zoom. Nina Exner, Ph.D., research data librarian, will discuss the National Institutes of Health’s policy on data management and sharing and related guidance. She will also offer suggestions to implement the policy. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdOyppz8qHtRCjxHkE4NTw1jva2prC7tS

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu,edu or visit http://www.cctr.vcu.edu.

2 p.m.

Learn to feel comfortable with the process of paraphrasing in academic writing. 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/.

7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Elisa Gonzalez, the 2024 Levis Reading Prize winner, will read from for her poetry collection "Grand Tour." The prize is awarded annually for the best debut or second book of poetry published in the previous calendar year and is chosen by the M.F.A. in Creative Writing program at VCU. "Grand Tour," Gonzalez’ debut full-length poetry collection, was published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux in 2023 and was named one of the best books of that year by The New Yorker. The reading will be in the Lecture Hall, Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Thom Didato at tndidato@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2024-2025/levis-2024.html.

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/.

Monday, Oct. 14, 2024 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The Department of Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies and co-sponsors will present the Matilde Moros Annual Lecture in Room 110 of the STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St. This year's lecture will feature the Beehive Collective, an activist arts group, discussing a display of Mesoamérica Resiste — a massive illustration depicting stories of resistance and solidarity from Mexico to Colombia. A reception with light refreshments will follow the presentation. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emily Humberson at humbersone@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/matimoros.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 at noon

Join the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs for a virtual session with Myung Jin, Ph.D., to learn more about the Master of Public Administration program. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at wsrecruit@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0364 or visit https://bit.ly/mpaoct24.

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.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Honey Club is the first-ever black and queer student organization at VCU. The group's general body meeting will be in rooms A and B, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP for food via RamsConnect at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ian Dayalsingh (President) at dayalsinghin@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1935629.

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 at 7 p.m.

The VCU Department of Music will present a faculty recital by flute professor Tabatha Easley in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall in the W.E. Singleton Center for Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Additional performers will include Magdalena Adamek and Daniel Stipe on piano, as well as oboe faculty Alyssa McKeithen, saxophone faculty Sheri Oyan and harpist Karlee Lanum. Tickets are $5 for students and $12 general admission.

For more information, contact Tabatha Easley at tapeters@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/flute-friends-faculty-recital/.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 at 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Graphic Design will welcome zoë pulley to present as part of the department's Objects and Methods Lecture Series. zoë pulley is a designer and maker who utilizes materials to surface the seemingly ordinary stories of Black folks through mixed media, typography and audio. The event will be in the University Student Commons Theater, 907 Floyd Ave. Doors will open at noon. A Q&A will follow.

For more information, contact Luiza Dale at oliveiramal@vcu.edu or visit http://objectsandmethods.net.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Celebrate the innovative entrepreneurs participating in the Shelfie Program at the SHIFT Retail Lab Open House, 1235 W. Broad St. Explore the current Shelfies on display, offer support, share feedback and chat with the entrepreneurs themselves. Connect, relax and enjoy light refreshments in a creative environment. Register at the following URL. Questions: Email Alicia Edgerton at pennixar@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Cael Parker at parkerc10@vcu.edu or visit https://shiftretail.vcu.edu/events/.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Survivor Support Services in University Counseling will host a discussion about social media apps and how to stay safe. The session will be held in the SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Door prizes will be awarded to first five participants. Register on RamsConnect,

For more information, contact Josh Skillman at skillmanj2@vcu.edu or (317) 908-9617 or visit https://survivorsupport.vcu.edu/.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Queer and Latine students are invited to an evening of bachata and salsa led by Latinx Student Association e-board member Samantha Mendoza-Hernandez. Bring a dance partner to this event or find a dance partner there. Mendoza-Hernandez will teach one salsa and one bachata routine. The event, beginner-friendly and queer Latine celebration, will be co-hosted by VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs and the Latinx Student Association. The event will be in Richmond Salons III-IV, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Beck Oh at ohrn@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1935546.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Have a passion for children? Want a high-impact career? Want to champion social justice? Fuel dreams? Dedicate your life to making a difference while getting a fully paid degree? RTR is for you. RTR is a teacher residency program in the VCU School of Education that equips passionate future teachers with the tools to teach for change. Learn more at this virtual informational session. Register at https://tinyurl.com/RTRInfoSession2425

For more information, contact Sabrina Evans at teachrtr@vcu.edu or visit http://teachrtr.org.

Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Join VCU's Office of Student Advocacy for an evening of celebration and togetherness. Whether it's your roommate, classmate or mentor, bring those you call family to this event, which will be in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. The event will be filled with food, entertainment and fun. Register via RamsConnect at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ra'meer Roberts at rroberts3@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/vcuadvocacy/rsvp_boot?id=1935630.

Monday, Oct. 21, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

VCU's School of Public Health will host a virtual open house with the Master of Public Health program. Learn about the program and meet with faculty and current students. Register for the Zoom link at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdu6hqDsoG9xrtYG1vZXxdxTDABju0Cjf

For more information, contact Katherine Peterman at petermankb@vcu.edu or visit https://sph.vcu.edu/education/mph/.

Monday, Oct. 21, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

TEDxVCU is holding its first salon of the year, "Unmasking Fear," which will be held in Room 1303, Honors College multipurpose room, 701 W. Grace St. TEDxVCU salons are small-group events in which participants watch previous TED and TEDx Talks and have the opportunity to discuss the topics seen during the event. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1935552.

Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 from 10:30 a.m. to noon

The HR Learning, Development and Organizational Culture team will offer a workshop via Zoom for managers. Register in Talent@VCU at https://shorturl.at/9docj Managers must first complete the Leading with Emotional Intelligence eLearning before attending the workshop, available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit https://shorturl.at/JZrjD.

VCU Rural Rams community is accepting donations to be sent to western North Carolina to help the families affected by Hurricane Helene. Those who wish to make donations should call the following telephone number for drop-off locations. One of the drop-off hubs is the first-floor main lobby area of Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Fellipe Moreto at moretofm@vcu.edu or (804) 937-1216.

The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course is open for VCU students, RecWell members, non-member faculty/staff and the Richmond community. 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 in non-health care settings. October class dates are Saturday, Oct. 19, Wednesday, Oct. 23 and Wednesday, Oct. 30. 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.

RecWell offers adult beginner swim lessons intended for older teens and adults who are comfortable in the water but wish to learn basic skills such as floating, treading water and coordination for swimming strokes. Lessons will primarily be taught in shallow water, but participants will practice supporting themselves in deeper water throughout the class. Session 3 runs Oct. 28-Nov. 20, Mon/Wed, 6-6:55 p.m. Register by noon Friday, Oct. 25 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=cf8f4caa-89df-40ea-8176-1f6f14815527.

RecWell’s Peer Health Educators invite students to learn how mindfulness, creative activities and mindful self-care can help cope with stress through its Mindful Midterms series. Events will include: Monday, Oct. 14, Noon-2 p.m., Cabell Library Lobby. Reflection Beads: make a beaded reflection bracelet. Tuesday, Oct. 15, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Health Science Lobby. Well-Being Rocks: de-stress while painting rocks. Thursday, Oct. 17, noon-2 p.m., The Commons Lobby. Buttons for Wellbeing: join a discussion about self-image.

For more information, contact Rebecca Lebedun at peerhealth@vcu.edu or visit http://recwell@vcu.edu.

Currently, how would you describe the state of your mental health? Respond at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jodie Ferguson at jlferguson@vcu.edu or visit https://vcubusiness.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0UOyH1WjHm6bv9Q.

Equity and Access Services provides resources (https://equity.vcu.edu/equal-opportunity--affirmative-action/resources/) for anyone with concerns related to the nondiscrimination policy. (View the policy at the following URL.) All are encouraged to visit and share the website for additional resources.

For more information, contact Equity and Access Services at equity@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.public.doctract.com/doctract/documentportal/08DA32A740D317171538135833B28B2F.

This month Collaboration Services has changes largely focused on Tables in Google Sheets, cover images in Google Docs and improvements to suggested files in your Google Drive homepage.

For more information, contact Doctor Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/drgee/2024/10/08/google-updates-recap-september-2024-2/.

Are you passionate about VCU and eager to share your experiences with prospective students? Apply to be a Student Admissions Ambassador and become involved on campus, build leadership skills and help future Rams make their college decisions. Sign up at the following URL by Wednesday, Oct. 16.

For more information, contact VCU Ambassadors at ambassadors@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCriBQL70t2LUA-xIKhfBrO5yhvchX7K5-FE5vinc6B_iFgg/viewform.

The EqCHO (Equity in Cardiovascular Health Outcomes) Lab at VCU is conducting a study on the stress experiences of young Black women. We would like to use the information gained from this study to develop a stress reduction program to improve cardiovascular health among young African American women. Resources will be provided on stress and health management. The study will take place over two consecutive weeks. Compensation is available. To check your eligibility and to sign up, visit: https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=KYP34XPP8J7A8JJX

For more information, contact Anika Hines at eqcholab@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5030 or visit https://eqcho.lab.vcu.edu/.