11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Purchase a 2025 Dogs on Call calendar and show your support for the therapy dog teams who visit patients and staff at VCU Health and students at VCU. Additional sales contingent upon stock: Monday, Dec. 9, VCU Health Adult Outpatient Pavilion, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 13, VCU Health Stony Point Lobby, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Purchases can also be made online and mailed to you at www.support.vcu.edu/event/CHAI_Calendar

For more information, contact Karl Dorn at chai@vcuhealth.org or (804) 628-2532 or visit https://chai.vcu.edu/.

12 p.m.

VCU’s Division of Community Engagement will host an informational session for the Community-Engaged Data Dissemination Grant. This session via Zoom will provide key details and insights for those interested in applying for funding to support projects that creatively share research findings with community stakeholders and within communities. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lorielle Bouldin at bouldinln@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/pngkcc1R64tf92zK9.

12 p.m.

Learn how to articulate your own, unique ideas in the style of your discipline. Register at the following URL.

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

4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The second edition of the SHIFT Magazine was created by a cross-disciplinary team of students and faculty from the VCU da Vinci Center and Robertson School as an accumulation of the Fall 2023 semester at the SHIFT Retail Lab. It features interviews with many student entrepreneurs and is intended to be an educational resource for anyone interested in entrepreneurship. The launch party will be held at SHIFT Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St. Pick up a copy of the magazine along with complimentary refreshments. Questions: Email Alicia Edgerton at pennixar@vcu.edu or Cael Parker at the following email address. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cael Parker at parkerc10@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Mag-Party-Dec-5.

4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

This year’s Holiday Shelfie Market at Shift Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St., will showcase participants from the Shelfie Program. Discover one-of-a-kind gifts, support local entrepreneurs and provide feedback that will help shape the next big idea. Shop small, connect with visionary entrepreneurs and toast the release of Shelfie Magazine Issue 3, Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cael Parker at parkerc10@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Mag-Party-Dec-5.

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Thinking of applying to the Brandcenter? Join Brandcenter admissions and faculty concentration chairs to learn more about application requirements, prerequisites and what to keep in mind when completing an application. Find out about the qualities and skills of successful applicants. A Q&A will follow. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emma Barone at brandcenter@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/BC-Virtual-App-Workshop?utm_source=TelegRam.

Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

BASE (Black Art Student Empowerment) at VCU will host its semester Artist Alley in collaboration with Ink Magazine. The event will be in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons III-IV, 907 Floyd Ave.. Buy original artwork, posters, stickers and jewelry. The works of VCUarts student filmmakers will also be featured.

For more information, contact Black Art Student Empowerment at VCU at baseatvcu@gmail.com.

Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

With finals right around the corner, STEM in Art will host a holiday gingerbread house competition in the SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., with hot chocolate, snacks and a prize for the winning team.

For more information, contact Aleah Nguyen at nguyena51@vcu.edu.

Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Pangea Chat, a Richmond-based language learning startup, will be in the Global Education Office, 912 W. Grace St., showing its web and mobile application to students and getting their feedback. In exchange for 15 minutes of testing the app, Pangea Chat will be giving out coffee and $10 gift cards to Panera.

For more information, contact Khue-Joy Dao at daokv@vcu.edu or visit https://pangea.chat/.

Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's Staff Senate Accessibility and Inclusion Working Group will sponsor free CPR and AED Training. Although this training will not come with a certificate, it is open to all students, faculty and staff. Two classes, each an hour long, will be held in the second-floor lobby, Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave. Register for the 1 p.m. class at https://www.compressandshock.org/event-details/robins-hope-1 Register for the 2 p.m. class at https://www.compressandshock.org/event-details/s-c-a-r-s

For more information, contact Abigail Zaremba at apzaremba@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1072.

Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The HR Learning, Development and Organizational Culture team will offer a course via Zoom on coaching for managers. This course introduces managers to a mindset and model to help employees progress toward goals. Registration is required. Register by Friday, Dec. 6 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit https://rb.gy/f3gevm.

Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 from 11 a.m. to noon

This workshop will cover entering final grades, configuring Incomplete sections and getting your Spring 2025 courses ready. The event is sponsored by Academic Affairs and Technology Services. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/82451912323

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit http://learningsystems.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 at noon

VCU's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs will hold a virtual informational session via Zoom for its Ph.D. program in Public Policy and Administration. An overview by the program director and a review of application procedures will be presented. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at losapior@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0364 or visit https://bit.ly/wilderphd1211.

Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

How can you best be an advocate for yourself to obtain information and resources necessary to meet your developing career goals? This session is designed particularly for junior faculty, but all faculty, house staff, senior graduate students and postdocs are welcome. The workshop is the first in a series designed to support early career faculty. Topics have been selected based on a 2024 needs assessment of early career faculty. This series is presented by the School of Medicine and will be held in the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), Room 3-101, 1201 E. Marshall St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ashli Harris at Ashli.Phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/13527195.

Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

All students, faculty and staff are invited to attend a Chanukah drop in Monroe Park featuring a DJ, doughnuts, merchandise, raffles and menorah to go. The event will be hosted by Jewish Life at VCU. The first 200 to RSVP at the following URL will receive a free scarf.

For more information, contact Rabbi Menachem Lessoff at rabbi@vcu.edu or (804) 404-3636 or visit http://JewishVCU.org/Chanukah.

Monday, Feb. 3, 2025 at 9 a.m.

The Supervisors and Managers Boot Camp is now open for registration. The program is designed to help develop essential leadership skills while building confidence in tackling the challenges of managing teams. The event covers a range of topics, offering tips, tools and strategies to enhance your ability to lead and navigate common supervisory obstacles. Questions: Visit https://pmg.vcu.edu/professional-development/smb/

For more information, contact Deb Taminger at dktaminger@vcu.edu or visit http://GEHLI.vcu.edu.

Social Security can be confusing. Join VCU HR and Bill Giesen from Fidelity for a brief overview via Zoom and a chance to ask questions. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3BMlM5V

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/flu-clinics/.

The Commonwealth Management Institute is now accepting applications. This program is geared for experienced managers looking to enhance their leadership skills and drive change within their teams and organizations. The institute offers a hands-on approach to professional development, empowering participants to refine their management practices and become more effective change agents. Questions: visit https://pmg.vcu.edu/professional-development/cmi/

For more information, contact Mandy Fowler at afowler3@vcu.edu or visit http://GEHLI.vcu.edu.

Celebrate the mothers of the OB MOTIVATE Clinic at VCU Health by donating to the clinic's Winter Wishes fund, created to provide patients with something special for themselves and their babies as they continue their recovery. Visit the following URL to make a donation.

For more information, contact OB MOTIVATE Clinic at culbertml@vcu.edu or (804) 314-5651 or visit https://give.chfrichmond.org/OB-MOTIVATE-Clinic.

The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available for completion at the following URL. Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is key to determining eligibility for federal, state and institutional need-based financial assistance.

For more information, contact Student Financial Management Center at sfmc@vcu.edu or visit https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

As the semester winds down, students (and fellow colleagues) are invited to send words of gratitude to VCU professors. Expressing kindness and gratitude is healthy and brightens someone else’s day. Many of the university's faculty are dedicated to making a positive difference. Spread a little joy and send your colleagues some well-deserved props through this form.

For more information, contact Jordyn Richardson at ctle@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/ZWCPm7Fp1gVn6aSy7.

A copy of the draft Non-Research-Related Service Institutes and Centers is available for public comment until Thursday, Dec. 19. To read the proposed policy, go to the following URL and click on "Policies Open for Public Comment.

For more information, contact Jason Block at blockj2@vcu.edu or visit https://policy.vcu.edu.

RecWell facilities will operate on winter break hours Friday, Dec. 13-Saturday, Jan. 11. The Outing Rental Center and Cary Street Gym climbing wall will be closed during this time. All facilities will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24-Wednesday, Jan. 1. See full details at the following URL.

For more information, contact Scott Steiner at steiners@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/facilities-and-hours/.

RamPages will no longer create personal web pages and users will need to transition their content by June 30, 2025. Learn more at https://blogs.vcu.edu/provost/2024/12/02/important-update-rampages-sunset-and-transition-plan/. Site owners who have questions or need assistance should file a support ticket at https://go.vcu.edu/ramscentral.

For more information, contact Elaine Reeder at ereeder@vcu.edu or visit https://rampages.us/.

The Equity in Cardiovascular Health Outcomes (EqCHO) 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. Questions: Visit https://eqcho.lab.vcu.edu/ Check your eligibility and sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact Anika Hines at eqcholab@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5030 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=KYP34XPP8J7A8JJX.

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. To sign up, email the following address.

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