Student Issue for December 11, 2024
Today
VCU Writing Center Workshop: The Personal Statement
2 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/.
This week
Fall 2024 Postdoctoral Association Potluck
Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
The Postdoctoral Association of VCU will host its fall potluck at the Hunton Student Center, 1110 E. Broad St. Sign up for a dish at the following URL.
For more information, contact Anna Kovilakath at anna.kovilakath@vcuhealth.org or (804) 300-3514 or visit https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Ki10Kph6ilFf_esWQc1RQvABkFyX82ErYCljdSDlpHI/edit?gid=0#gid=0.
VCU Mass Communications Graduate Program Informational Session
Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 at noon
VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture will host a virtual informational session for prospective students to learn more about the M.S. in mass communications with concentrations in integrated communication and media leadership. The school also offers a certificate in media and leadership. Join a session at https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad
For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or (804) 525-9425 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.
Coming up
Ph.D. Health Services Organization and Research Informational Session
Wednesday, Dec. 18, 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.
Notices
Serve on Spring 2025 Cultural Graduation Planning Committees
Join VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs to be a planning member for one of the various Cultural Achievement Ceremonies for the university's Spring 2025 graduations. Tasks include finding speakers, designing the ceremony space, researching regalia and planning receptions. RSVP by Friday, Jan. 17, 2025 at the following URL.
For more information, contact Jair Lecky at leckyjj@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/a7QzWE3UGS5rcoqm6.
Equity and Access Services Publishes Annual Report
VCU's Equity and Access Services announces the publication of its fiscal year 2023-24 annual report. This year's report reflects on the 60 years since the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the struggles that shaped the freedoms, access, equity and opportunities of today. Explore the report at the following URL to discover how EAS daily supports and upholds these principles.
For more information, contact Equity and Access Services at equity@vcu.edu or visit https://equity.vcu.edu/about/news/.
RecWell Winter Break Hours
RecWell facilities will operate on reduced hours for Winter Break, Friday, Dec. 13 through Saturday, Jan. 11. All facilities will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 through Wednesday, Jan. 1.
For more information, contact Scott Steiner at recwell@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/facilities-and-hours/.
We Want To Hear About Your Experiences Using VCU On-Campus Resources
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. See 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%20...
Join a Choir and Let Your Voice Be Heard
Transform your semester with music in a VCU choir. No auditions are needed for the Choral Arts Society (APPM359 CRN30106). Interested in Commonwealth Singers (APPM358 CRN30105) or Vox Concordia (APPM378 CRN30122)?
For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., Director of Choral Activities, at hansenc3@vcu.edu or (910) 280-4865 or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/academics/departments/music/ensembles/vocal-ensemble/.
Apply for Black and Queer Leadership Board
The Honey Club at VCU is accepting leadership applications from any black, queer students interested in serving their community. Anyone who can demonstrate passion and committment to black queer liberation will be welcomed (while positions last, so apply soon). Apply at the following URL.
For more information, contact Mychal Young at youngm19@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/rigtzJrRtGDX9Wt3A.
Other resources
VCU Libraries workshops
See a schedule of workshops and classes that teach how to use collections and databases.
LinkedIn Learning @ VCU
Navigate a vast library of online video tutorials to supplement teaching, learning, and professional development.
RamsConnect events
View all of the student events happening on campus and register for events that interest you.