5 p.m.

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 The same session will be offered at noon on Friday, Jan. 3.

For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or (804) 525-9425 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.

Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

To support VCU’s culture of care and appreciation, VCU HR has developed "Appreciation at Work" training sessions based on the book “5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace” by Gary Chapman and Paul White. Those who attend will learn about the languages of appreciation in the workplace, understand the core concepts of meaningful appreciation and be able to use those skills to build and maintain good working relationships. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU HR Learning, Development, and Organizational Culture at learndev@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnUrl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d60cd0c5a-816d-4c53-833e-68963d01f171.

Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 from 11 a.m. to noon

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.

Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

VCU's Office of the Provost-Faculty Affairs will host New Faculty Orientation in the STEM Building, Room 110, 817 W. Franklin St. The focus will be on mapping effective practices for successful career trajectories, learning and accessing VCU resources and creating meaningful connections with VCU colleagues. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Michele Murray at mmurray2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/EDXcfp4SHCr3c2mk6.

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.

Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The First Gen Futures and VCU and Asian American Pacific Islander organizations will meet at 10 a.m. on six Fridays across the semester. The discussion will include opportunities, strategies and techniques for addressing First-Gen and AAPI inclusiveness in VCU courses and programs, developing awareness about and generating strategies to support the university's FG/AAPI students through scholarship, teaching, service and/or programming activities. Meetings will be held in the STEM building, Room 108, 817 W. Franklin St. Questions? Contact the following email address or Michelle Yee at yeem@vcu.edu, or complete the form at the following URL to join.

For more information, contact Ellen Carpenter at emcarpenter@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/3VqPvTy45s4cKmrEA.

Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Hispanic Coalition of Healthcare Academics (HCHA) for a mixer open to all. Connect with others and savor Latin American cuisine while supporting Hispanic representation in the health sciences. The event will be 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 Phillips at phillipsar3@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/13545959.

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.

RecWell’s Lifeguard Instructor Course is for those interested in planning and teaching American Red Cross Lifeguard courses. Lifeguard Instructors can also bridge to other disciplines within the American Red Cross program, including CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, basic CPR/AED, First Aid and Basic Life Support. Class Dates are Feb. 17-28, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 4-8 p.m. Lessons will be at the Aquatic Center, 121 S. Linden St. Prerequisites: current Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) certification. Register by Feb 10.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=212c2835-0e59-439a-85e6-cc97af81db3e.

RecWell facilities will operate on winter break hours through Saturday, Jan. 11. The Outing Rental Center and Cary Street Gym climbing wall will remain closed through winter break. All facilities will shift to spring hours on Sunday, Jan. 12. 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/.

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 Coordinatoror, at the following URL.

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