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/.

Monday, Oct. 14, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join a Discovery Dialogues seminar via Zoom hosted by VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research with Cory Trankle, M.D., assistant professor, cardiology. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcu6gqD0sGd2NxcvcRrjPgmlOBxx6mVu6

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

Monday, Oct. 14, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Join VCU Alumni to pack birthday kits and write birthday cards for children in the community so no child has to go without a special celebration. The event will be at 908 Oliver Hill Way. Sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kendra Robinson, regional programs and volunteer engagement, at robinsonkm10@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0311 or visit https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/rvabdaykits.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 at 12:30 p.m.

Open to undergraduate and graduate students in all disciplines, the Boren Awards fund up to $25,000 for students to study a critical language abroad. Register at the following URL The Zoom link will be emailed to all participants the morning of the session.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson, Ph.D., at mrsisson@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBcJz0V03fgRw0hJUkZ0diIbZppCmTpFUvsCFSOzXDKpjCJw/viewform.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 at 2 p.m.

The Gaither Junior Fellows Program offers graduating seniors and recent graduates the chance to provide high-level research at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. The session will be held in person (NSO conference room, Room 1210, 701 W. Grace St.) and via Zoom. A link will be emailed to participants the morning of the session.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdROsViz8EL8XaxsZHl_sqLFUrb05Y5eH4YM6UgR9mC183y4Q/viewform.

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 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Register to vote at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., by Tuesday, Oct. 15. Time is running out to register. Swing by the Pace Center to fill out your voter registration, receive a sample ballot and learn your polling location. Pace will host a voter drive each weekday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. until Oct. 15.

For more information, contact Jean Linnell at operations@thepacecenter.com or (804) 658-4064 or visit http://www.thepacecenter.com.

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 from noon to 2 p.m.

Join the Peer Health Educators on World Food day to learn about nutrition fundamentals and more. The event will be in the lobby of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

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

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Learn about graduate programs in health care leadership (Master of Health Administration and Master of Science in Health Administration) at the Department of Health Administration's virtual informational session. The discussion will include the program's mission, curriculum, administrative residency (MHA) and the application process for both programs. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSekZHdPkFwhFOtluQojc_SJaX0r9NrQ6Dn5KNYaQOfQTekn5w/viewform.

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 at noon

Interested in helping others in one of the top 20 fastest-growing careers? Join a virtual informational session to learn about the VCU School of Education’s Counselor Education program, which offers concentrations in school counseling, college counseling and student affairs as well as couples and family counseling. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brandon Norris at norrisbs@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/MEdFall24coun.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 from 9 a.m. to noon

VCU's Office of the University Ombudsperson will sponsor the 11th annual National Conflict Resolution Day event. "Roadmap to Peace" is this year's national theme. The purpose of the event is to promote and encourage peaceful conflict management and resolution practices throughout the three campuses. The event, at the Court End Ballroom, Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St., will feature a keynote address from nationally known conflict resolution practitioners, strategies for managing conflict and an interactive dialogue with those in attendance. RSVP at the following link.

For more information, contact Michele Murray at mmurray2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/yMoWPmX5u1f48U2x5.

Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Are you interested in working with other students across different disciplines? Are you fascinated by creating solutions to complex problems? Have you always wanted to start a business or nonprofit? Attend a virtual informational session to learn about undergraduate certificates at VCU's daVinci Center. The session will also include the center's programs in product innovation and venture creation, as well as classes in human-centered design and how they fit into individual academic plans. Questions: Mary Chris Escobar at escobarmc@vcu.edu or the following email address.

For more information, contact Caslin Applewhite at applewhiteec@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Undergrad-Info-Oct-18.

Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center welcomes Brian Rivers, Ph.D., M.P.H., Director of the Cancer Health Equity Institute at the Morehouse School of Medicine, for a Facts and Faith Fridays webinar via Zoom. Gain insight into the factors driving health disparities as they relate to the 2024 American Association for Cancer Research Cancer Disparities Progress Report. Rivers will also share updates from the National Advisory Council on Minority Health. Register for the link at the following URL.

For more information, contact the Rev. Rachel Pierce at piercer2@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIodO2pqjooHtK8Nyx0bJscDjIDX08wyxmT#/registration.

Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

This seminar via Zoom is geared to doctoral students within the School of Education. Join LaunchPAD and panelists for a discussion about finding funding to support the doctoral student experience at VCU. The panel will include School of Education faculty, VCU National Scholarship Office officials and SOE alumni. Topics will include scholarships, grants for dissertations and other sources of funding and processes. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cammie Justus-Smith at justussmitcd@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApf-yspjwoE9xPF1L8k95c7XnmbpIjLPF6#/registration.

Undergraduate team members assist with education and outreach and work in teams to develop research questions and analyze Spit4Science data. Undergraduates from all majors and at all class levels are welcome to apply. Enrollment will be for three credits (A-F grading system). Apply by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rebecca Smith at smithr22@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/43syv896.

Not sure where to take your parents next weekend? The VCU Men’s Rugby Club is selling exclusive coupons to local businesses until Sunday, Nov. 3. Enjoy great deals from local spots and campus favorites while supporting the team. Contact vcumensrugbyteam@gmail.com or DM the club's Instagram @vcurugby

For more information, contact Alex Robinson at robinsona19@vcu.edu.

Are you seeking peer support at VCU? The RAMS-2-RAMS program, in partnership with RAM Pantry services, connects you to peer support and essential resources on campus. To learn more about eligibility and how to participate, fill out the survey at the following URL. Questions: Contact Youngmi Kim, Ph.D., at ykim@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Katie Kim at kimk15@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/2abrc3h2pyBdN2gC7.

RecWell’s Outdoor Adventure Program will host a number of trips for VCU students and RecWell members in October. The trips include introduction to camping weekend, canoe overnight, family weekend s’mores hike, three day-climbing, spooky day caving, fall foliage day hike and fall foliage bike ride. Spaces for all trips are limited. See the schedule and 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.

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.

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.