1 p.m.

VCU Parking and Transportation will host its virtual fall semester forum to discuss parking and transportation updates and address customer concerns and questions. Register and submit your questions for the event at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit http://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIld-6pqD0tHN1LTyGciQ2o7r7DLyCvtmkx.

1 p.m.

Learn about the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs graduate programs and how they can help advance your career and professional goals. Register for the virtual session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at losapior@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0364 or visit http://bit.ly/whywildernov24.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

In this Humanities Research Center talk, author Rebecca Gibson, Ph.D., will discuss her book "Cyborgs, Ethics and the Matrix: Simulations of Sex and Gender." The book centers on the main philosophical theme of "The Matrix," know thyself, and relates it to the quest for authenticity which creates our identities — be they human or human “enough” — as we move through the world. Register forthe virtual talk at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/cyborgs-ethics-and-the-matrix-simulations-of-sex-and-gender.html.

4 p.m. to 4:45 p.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 the da Vinci Center's undergraduate certificates. Learn about 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: Contact 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-Nov-4.

4 p.m.

This interactive workshop will familiarize students with the required components for a laboratory report and explore the essential elements of a lab report across various scientific disciplines. Register at the following URL.

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

5 p.m.

Join Katie's Art Project for an Art for the Soul event in the Alumni Association Board Room, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Take a break for some meditative coloring, games and origami.

For more information, contact Safa Saad at saads@vcu.edu.

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Police will host a Rape Aggression Defense System (RAD) class on Nov. 4, 6, 11 and 13 (Mondays and Wednesdays) at VCU Police Headquarters, 224 E. Broad St. Participants must be able to attend all sessions. Register at the following email address.

For more information, contact Paige Mills at pcmills@vcu.edu or visit https://police.vcu.edu/services/rad/.

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU School of Social Work and the Global Education Office present a study abroad opportunity for spring break 2025: Camp Qmunity Cape Town and Johannesburg; LGBTQIA+ Intersectional Experiences of Post Colonial South Africa. Learn more at the information session in the Academic Learning Commons (ALC), 1000 Floyd Ave., Room 3100 or via Zoom.

For more information, contact Maurice Gattis at gattism@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/85081835430.

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Join VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, Suite 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave, for a special series of events designed to help you recharge and relax during your busy week. Hosted by OMSA and TRiO, this event is all about providing a welcoming space to unwind, connect with peers, rejuvenate your energy while enjoying a range of refreshments and treats, and engaging games while experiencing a space dedicated to helping you refresh and renew. This event will also be held Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m.

For more information, contact Joshua Lockhart at lockhartjcj@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6672.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

University Counseling Services will present Paws for Stress. Need a study break? Come and play with certified therapy dogs from the Center for Human-Animal Interaction as a way to unwind from semester stress. The dogs will be in Salons II and III, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Christine R. Strasser at cstrasser@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://counseling.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Acute Care and Systems Strengthening in Low Resource Settings Program at the VCU School of Medicine will host the November Global Health Forum with Marcelo A.F. Ribeiro Jr., M.D., of the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. Learn about how implementation of the World Health Organization guidelines can guide trauma care systems across different facilities. The forum will be held in the learning theater of the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, MMEC, 1201 E. Marshall St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Habeebah Vohra at vohrahz2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/YQLX1JtqPzX39Gt27.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Do you have a passion for applied mathematics and an interest in improving human health? Join members of VCU's Department of Biostatistics for an online informational session. An overview of the M.S. and Ph.D. programs will be shared and the application process will be reviewed. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kate Huck, education coordinator, at huckk@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/3yw85xvk.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 at 3 p.m.

The Emerging Researchers Academy Research Writing Workshop Series will present an interactive guide to finding, reading, evaluating and incorporating academic sources into your work. Register and find 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/.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU's College of Humanities and Sciences will host a sweet opportunity to connect with fellow CHS first-gen faculty and students over cookies, lemonade/coffee and great conversations. Join us on the second floor of the STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alexis Finc at alfinc@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/3YezRkk.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Did You Know? University Counseling Services is committed to supporting the well-being of VCU Students. Speak to a counselor at University Student Commons, Suite 238, 907 Floyd Ave., or VMI Building, Room 412, 1000 E. Marshall St., Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis you can call the following telephone number to speak with a crisis counselor or log into TimelyCare.com to virtually speak with a counselor.

For more information, contact Christine R. Strasser at cstrasser@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://counseling.vcu.edu/.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Academic Affairs will hold a virtual workshop on DesignPlus via Zoom. DesignPlus is a Canvas integration available to all VCU faculty. Learn to use this tool to make your Canvas courses more visually engaging, organized and interactive. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rebecca Stooks at stooksr@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpde-vqTIvGdYm4WE1Ld_96TilN_Y7qzDQ.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 from noon 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. Jennifer Economy of the Wright Center will discuss the definition of a clinical trial and the ClinicalTrials.gov registration requirements for clinical trials. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMudu-qqzgsGNNOo_IWI7WYnBc_siUMjSL5

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

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 from 4 p.m. to midnight

PennyAppeal will host a fundraiser for the local homeless poplulation with &pizza, 308 N. Laurel St. Stop by in person and show the organization's flyer at the register, available @pennyappealatvcu on Instagram or on Ramsconnect.

For more information, contact PennyAppeal at officialpennyappealatvcu@gmail.com.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The VCU Dental Club will host a student panel with the VCU American Student Dental Association in the multipurpose room of the Honors College, 701 W. Grace St. Connect with current dental students, ask questions and gain insights into the dental school experience. Bring your student ID for check-in.

For more information, contact Jumana Meri at merin@vcu.edu.

Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Unlock the power of Adobe InDesign and master the art of poster formatting. Gain resources and guidelines on formatting, citations, titles, body text, graphics and more. Take a dive deep into InDesign's features and tools. This session will be in the computer classroom of the Health Sciences Library, 509 N. 12th St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Moss at mosssr2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/13340656.

Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Make your own trail mix and friendship bracelets in celebration of National First-Gen Week. All First-Gen students are invited to attend the event in Room 1303, Honors College, 701 W. Grace St. Participants will also be entered to win a raffle prize.

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

Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join BAPS Campus Fellowship for VCU's Diwali Celebration in the University Student Commons Ballroom, 907 Floyd Ave. The Hindu festival of lights symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. The evening will feature a program, exhibition and free food. All are welcome.

For more information, contact Tilak Rana` at ranat@vcu.edu or (804) 554-6616 or visit http://tiny.cc/VCUCDC.

Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

TechConnect is hosting a Financial Dashboard Competition in which participants will work in teams to create a financial dashboard that will help a Richmond nonprofit, CAPUP, make better financial decisions as it receives millions of dollars in grants. This month-long competition offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial data literacy and visualization, dashboard design and stakeholder communication. The winning prize is a new iPad Air. The Zoom link is in IG Bio: TechConnect.VCU

For more information, contact Aleena Milburn at milburna2@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/techconnectvcu?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabtfnslTG4h8CV3zVwUYVD1YmyRucjI3GgasNtAlsFvPS3FsqyoyE1Mfuc_aem_NIgN3Eht9EGvjoSwOnFTiQ.

Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

RICE, the fifth annual Richmond Indie Comics Expo, will be held in the Richmond Salons of VCU's University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RICE is a student-run event featuring local artists, current and past students and guest speakers.

For more information, contact RICE at wuae@vcu.edu or visit https://richmondindiecomicexpo.wordpress.com.

Monday, Nov. 11, 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/.

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

The end of the year can be a stressful time. Give yourself a break by visiting the craft table and making your very own creations. The event will be in the Health and Wellness Library in the Gateway Building, Room G-112, 1200 E. Marshall St. VCU Libraries Collections Care Librarian and Conservator Nora Bloch will be there to provide supplies and help participants with their projects. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/13156591.

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Come to the Supply Chain Management and Analytics Expo to explore career opportunities. Learn about the new Supply Chain Management major and network with industry professionals. The event will be in the atrium of Snead Hall, 301 W. Main St. Free food, games, and prizes will be available.

For more information, contact Charlotte Torrence at torrenceca@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024 at 6 p.m.

VCU's Department of Sculpture + Extended Media and the Richmond City Public Arts Commission will present a visiting artist lecture by Alexis Sablone at the VCU Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Sablone is an architect, designer, multidisciplinary artist, professional skateboarder and Olympian. Sablone's work brings together the worlds of architecture and skateboarding through the design of hybridized playscapes and large-scale interactive sculptures.

For more information, contact Emmy Garcia at garciaem2@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/alexis-sablone-visiting-artist-lecture/.

Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 from noon to 2 p.m.

Come learn about the graduate programs in mass communications offered at the Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture at VCU. Concentrations are offered in integrated communications and media leadership. The school also offers a certificate in media leadership. All are welcome to stop by the table outside the Commons Plaza by Grace E. Harris Hall and learn about pricing, courses and the timeline.

For more information, contact Emily McCauley at mccauleyed@vcu.edu or (571) 393-5676 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.

Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU's accounting department will host its third annual accounting exposition in the atrium of Snead Hall, 301 W. Main St. Enjoy funnel cakes, balloon animals, games and prizes while learning about the career paths that can be launched from an education in accounting.

For more information, contact Charlotte Torrence at torrenceca@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU’s Institute for Sustainable Energy and Environment, in partnership with VCU Libraries, Green Action!, SunriseRVA and the School of World Studies, will sponsor the 2024 Climate Action Workshop. The workshop brings together faculty, staff, students and community activists for an interactive, art-filled afternoon of building skills and strengthening community. The event, in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., is free and open to the public. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Beth Kreydatus at eakreydatus@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/5fmv76zj.

Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join the Research, Assessment and Evaluation faculty in the School of Education for the fall installment in the Critical Quantitative Methodologies Speaker Series. Mario Suárez, Ph.D., will speak via Zoom about "Using Effect Coding as an Alternative to Reference Categories and Dummy Coding in Regression Analysis: A Gender Identity and Ethnicity Example." Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kamden Strunk at strunkk2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpfu6tqj0tG9D1OL8kV2AluqtTcSI3IGYA#/registration.

Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

RecWell’s Mindful Ambassador Program will host a two-hour virtual workshop for students, faculty and staff who are interested in creating a mindful revolution and healthier campus community. Participants will learn about various types of meditation, belly breathing, mindful posture and special considerations for leading meditation with others. Those who complete the workshop will receive additional mindfulness resources to lead meditation in the community. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Starr Robinson at robinsonsn@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18383.

Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Feeling financially stuck despite budgeting? Join financial therapist Steven M. Hughes to improve your relationship with money, address negative emotions and gain confidence moving forward. This event, in Room 2104, Academic Learning Commons, (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave., is hosted by VCU's School of Business. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amy Pridemore at finsuccess@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=c76d2506-35fe-450c-a782-be7a37926210&utm_source=telegram.

Friday, Nov. 15, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Interested in helping others in one of the top 20 fastest-growing careers? Learn about the VCU School of Education’s Counselor Education program, which offers concentrations in school counseling, college counseling and student affairs, and couples and family counseling. The M.Ed. in Counselor Education program prepares counseling professionals for PK-12 schools, higher education and mental health and family settings. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alease Randall at randallam3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/MedCounfall24.

Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association and the Latino Medical Student Association at VCU for a discussion on the challenges faced by communities of color in accessing mental health care. This event will feature panelist Gabrielle Oblena, MS, LPC, NCC, a licensed professional counselor at Lifebulb VA, and Oswaldo Moreno, Ph.D., associate professor in the VCU Department of Psychology. The event will be in Room 7-101, James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), 1201 E Marshall St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ashli Harris at Ashli.Phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2CxJ4ZQNt2vz-irJs_fccAOlk8DFnSaQNAhMF4Y_uPfF_eA/viewform .

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Learn more about VCU's doctoral program in Health Services Organization and Research at a virtual informational session. Meet with program faculty and learn about admissions and funding. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/FJPPUcSo1QzpLQag7.

Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Are you a junior or senior completing a major or minor in VCU's School of Education? Curious about what comes after your Bachelor's degree? Discover SOE's Master's and Certificate programs that build on your Bachelor's degree and align with your career goals, including Leadership, curriculum and instruction, counselor education and more. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alease Randall at randallam3@gmail.com or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/PathwaysFall24.

Friday, Nov. 8 is National First-Generation College Celebration Day, and VCU is celebrating all week long. Check out the website for the list of events: https://youfirst.vcu.edu/students/programs-and-initiatives/first-gen-week/ Register for events on RamsConnect at https://vcu.campusgroups.com/events?topic_tags=13086644

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or visit http://youfirst.vcu.edu.

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/.

The VCU Transform Living-Learning Program is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 entering cohort. VCU Transform is a two-year program for students who want to explore their leadership potential and become changemakers in their local communities. Students participate in activities and courses while living in apartments in West Grace North. Students who complete the program receive a Certificate of Leadership Studies and Experiential Learning. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rebecca Halligan at rshalligan@vcu.edu or visit https://lead.vcu.edu/transform-llp/.

The VCU School of Education's Child Development Center is currently enrolling children ages 16 months-5 years old.

For more information, contact Tessa NeSmith at nesmithtr@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7377.

VCU students are asked to share their experiences with on-campus offices and organizations that offer services or resources to students. VCU staff member Jess Hoy, M.S.W., is conducting a research survey that can be completed online and takes about 10 minutes. Students are not required to have ever used a VCU resource to participate. Students who complete the survey will be entered into a raffle to win one of five $25 gift cards to the VCU bookstore. Access the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jess Hoy at hoyj2@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I3jkZe3oTGVt0ufnnNU1aK1zlvbVzSRSAqoCfZ3AnIE/viewform?edit_requested=true .

Kapwa at VCU, PUSO and FACT are hosting a Balikbayan Box event to support students in the Philippines by collecting donations of educational materials, food and health supplies. A detailed list of needed items is available at the following URL. Alternatively, you can donate to us financially and let us know what you would like us to at the following URL. Donations are accepted via enmo, Zelle and Paypal. Donations will be counted toward raffle entries.

For more information, contact Jaella Lahat at lahatja@vcu.edu or (571) 598-7098 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/click?email_links_id=52981&member_id=23204768.

Join HOSA (Future Health Professionals) from Monday, Nov. 4 to Friday, Nov. 8 to celebrate a special week with daily events focused on giving back, appreciating the community and building the future of the organization. Each day brings a new opportunity to connect, reflect and make an impact. Check out @vcuhosa on Instagram or email the following address.

For more information, contact VCU HOSA at vcuhosa@gmail.com.

VCU School of Nursing is looking for participants ages 0-25 to participate in a Long COVID study. Have you or your child experienced lingering health symptoms or behavior changes since having COVID or a virus? Participants will be paid for their time. Sign up for the study at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amy Rider at recoverkidsva@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/RECOVERkids.

Individuals of all ages are invited to participate in a study examining the purchase preferences of first-time used car buyers. Take the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alex Robinson at robinsona19@vcu.edu or visit https://cengagebasic.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_agZxJ91XkJjNoPQ.

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 The Vascular and Integrative Physiology (VIP) Lab at theviplab@vcu.edu or (804) 396-4498.