11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This workshop will cover adding your syllabus and configuring Canvas to have your course prepared for the Spring semester. Sponsored by Academic Affairs and Technology Services. Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18456 The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315?omn=82292648713

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

Friday, Jan. 10, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the internal research funding program team to discuss upcoming funding opportunities. The team will answer any questions regarding the four recently released funding opportunities: VCU Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Fund; VCU Breakthroughs Fund, VCU Momentum Fund and VCU Quest Fund. Join directly at the following Zoom link.

For more information, contact OVPRI funds team at ovprifunds@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89365296981.

Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Join VCU HR and Fidelity and learn about the importance of having a plan and staying the course, investing best practices and common pitfalls to avoid during volatile markets. The goal is for you to establish a plan if you don’t have one, feel comfortable with your plan and know where to get help. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4j3fFeL

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Want to learn more about the No.1 graduate program for advertising and branding in the U.S.? Join us for a virtual informational session — like a Brandcenter 101 — to learn about how we develop the most prominent thinkers and creatives in the industry. We’ll chat about our program, our five concentrations (Art Direction, Copywriting, Creative Brand Management, Experience Design and Strategy), the admission process and more. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emma Barone at brandcenter@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/VirtualInfoSessionJan25?utm_source=TelegRam.

Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 from 11 a.m. to noon

This workshop will cover the components of Canvas LMS and a course shell. Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18457. Sponsored by Academic Affairs and Technology Services. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315?omn=81666374188

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

Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Apply to the RTR Teacher Residency Program by Feb. 1 to gain hands-on experience, a fully funded master’s degree and a stipend. Join a one-year apprenticeship, work with a mentor teacher and prepare to teach in high-need Virginia schools. Register at https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/RTRSpring25Science Sign up for the informational session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sabrina Evans at evanssl4@vcu.edu or visit http://teachrtr.org.

Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs will host a Lunch and Learn presentation via Zoom which will feature a member of the executive leadership team of Richmond Mayor Danny Avula (M.D.’03, H.S.’07). Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu or (480) 686-6606 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PzytUQIQRdifpoOo55nFEQ?utm_source=Test+list&utm_campaign=156c642a04-Wilder-LunchandLearn2-01%2F11%2F25&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d9dd0bf910-156c642a04-#/registration.

Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 from 11 a.m. to noon

This workshop will cover the components of Canvas LMS and a course shell. Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18458. Sponsored by Academic Affairs and Technology Services. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315?omn=88671406931

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

Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 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.

The nomination deadline for the VCU Staff Senate Awards for Excellence has been extended. These awards provide well-deserved exposure and recognition of the hard work and extraordinary achievements of VCU and VCU Health staff. Submit a nomination by Friday, Jan. 17 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Maya Rogers at staffsenate@vcu.edu or visit https://staffsenate.vcu.edu/initiatives/awards-for-excellence/.

RecWell’s Women+ on Weights Spring Session One welcomes women and those identifying as non-binary or gender non-conforming who want to learn the basics of resistance training and workout planning. Participants work with a certified personal trainer to learn proper use of strength machines, resistance bands, cable stacks and free weights and to develop technique, progressions and confidence in the weight room. Session One runs Jan. 20-March 5, Mon/Wed 4:30-5:30 p.m. Register at the following URL by Monday, Jan 20.

For more information, contact Abbas Sherazi at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=411621d2-6c5d-4d48-a32f-b4d2a940ac0e.

VCU's Division of Community Engagement, Student Affairs, VCU Engaged Learning are coordinating donations for hygiene kits for youth in the city of Richmond. Items should be dropped off at the Mary and Frances Youth Center 120 S. Linden St., no later than Friday, Jan. 17. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Misti Mueller at muellermr@vcu.edu or visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040F4DAAAE2FABFB6-54104885-youth.

The Translational Research on Eating and Affect (TREAT) Lab is recruiting adolescents and young adults assigned female at birth (aged 12-25) for a brain imaging study to understand how risky decision-making differs between individuals with bulimia nervosa and individuals without a psychological disorder. Compensation is available for participation. Questions: Contact Serena Gu, clinical research coordinator, or the TREAT Lab at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kelsey Hagan, Ph.D., PI at treatlab@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-4174 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=48YEAYT8MK33E8EJ.