11 a.m.

Learn about AI in this interactive Zoom workshop and explore how it can be an innovative learning tool if used properly. Register at the following URL.

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

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Join VCU's Transfer Center for Transfer Tuesdays in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Come to this open study session to work on whatever you need to and meet other transfer students. These sessions will continue throughout the spring semester.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Heck at ebheck@vcu.edu or visit https://transfer.vcu.edu/.

12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Come join the Spit4Science team at Gladding Residence Center, 1100 W. Broad St., to learn more about mental health and managing stress. Slime balls and stress balls will be available.

For more information, contact Autumn Shifflett at shifflettaf@vcu.edu.

5:30 p.m.

Join an informational webinar hosted by the VCU School of Business to discover how the Executive MBA Program can elevate your career. Learn about the interactive curriculum, transformative leadership focus, weekend schedule, global immersion, cohort experience and the application process. No registration required. Join via the link at the following URL. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/88235616362

For more information, contact Butch Sarma at mksarma@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 5, 2025 from noon to 2 p.m.

Becoming involved on campus as a transfer student can sometimes feel like a struggle, but the transfer peer coaches can help you connect. Enjoy a relaxed lunch, meet the transfer peer coaches and get to know other transfer students. The event will be in the STEM Building, Room 503, 817 W. Franklin St. Questions: https://transfer.vcu.edu/ Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Heck at ebheck@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1937185.

Wednesday, Mar. 5, 2025 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU Alumni will host a free, family-friendly party at Intermission Beer Company – Brewpub and Arcade, 10180 Lakeridge Parkway, #114, Ashland, before the women’s team hits the court for the A-10 tournament in Henrico. Come to alum-owned Intermission Beer Company – Brewpub and Arcade for food, swag and fun. Plus, register at the following URL and attend for a chance to win a signed team basketball.

For more information, contact Jared Kline at klinejc2@vcu.edu or visit https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/2025A10.

Thursday, Mar. 6, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Considering a career as a faculty member? This virtual session will explore key factors to consider when pursuing a future in academia. Participants will also learn about VCU’s Preparing Future Faculty Program and Graduate Qualitative Research Credential. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Erin Brown, Ph.D., at embbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1936398.

Thursday, Mar. 6, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Join VCU's Transfer Center for a Transfer Chat with the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program in Room 216, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. Come learn about undergraduate research, how to get involved, and how to make yourself a great candidate.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Heck at ebheck@vcu.edu or visit https://transfer.vcu.edu/.

Tuesday, Mar. 11, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Human Resources and VCU Staff Senate will sponsor the 2025 Career Development Conference which will be held on Tuesday, March 11 (virtual) and Thursday, March 13 (in person). The conference theme is "Empowerment in Action: Career Development for Everyone." Sessions will be a series of interactive development activities designed to meet the needs of staff and their career development goals. The event is free to all VCU and VCU Health System employees. Register at the following URL. The in-person session will be in the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Jadyn Eaton at ssconference@vcu.edu or visit https://staffsenateconference.vcu.edu/registration/.

Thursday, Mar. 13, 2025 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

This year, VCU Staff Senate celebrates the seventh annual VCU Staff Senate Awards of Excellence. Two winners in each category will be presented their awards at the ceremony in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom, 907 Floyd Ave. Light refreshments will be served. Seating is limited; RSVP by Wednesday, March 5 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Maya Rogers, Staff Senate President, at staffsenate@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNUa7u7-ylENAJ0cDixdUgiVuFZeZdXV_M5fcsfTshtyHmdA/viewform.

Wednesday, Mar. 19, 2025 at 5 p.m.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs has extended registration to Wednesday, March 19 for Spring 2024 VCU graduates (undergraduate, graduate, professional studies). Attendance at all OMSA events is open to all students, faculty and staff, Register by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 19 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jair Lecky at leckyjj@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/xrHFuypX2pTikE4RA.

The 2025 You First at VCU Student Success Research Grants application deadline has been extended to Monday, March 17. With funding from the U.S. Department of Education, You First invites applications for funds to support scholarly activity focused on (a) first-generation student success and (b) improving Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) first-generation and/or low-income college student success. Apply at the following URL by 5 p.m. Monday, March 17.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus, Ph.D., at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927 or visit https://youfirst.vcu.edu/faculty-and-staff/research-opportunities/first-generation-student-success-research-grants/.

Private and semi-private swimming lessons are available to VCU students and RecWell members ages 2 and older. RecWell’s water safety instructors work with participants to create tailored, individual lesson plans that allow time to focus on specific skills. Classes are taught at the Aquatic Center, 121 S. Linden St., and can be scheduled any time the pool is open. Packages may be split into 30-, 45- or 60-minute sessions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/aquatics/private-and-semi-private-swim-lessons/.

This is the final week nominations are being accepted for the 2025 Dorris Douglas Budd Award. Established in 1981, the award honors the legacy of Mrs. Dorris Douglas Budd, a dedicated staff member who served VCU for 30 years and inspired excellence in all those around her. The award recognizes a full-time administrative support staff member at VCU or VCU Health who demonstrates exemplary performance and enhances the mission and image of our institution. Nominations may be submitted at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at rewrdrec@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/employee-recognition/awards/dorris-douglas-budd-award/.

Banzai's March module is on protecting yourself and your data. As you progress through the activities for the month of March, you will have the chance to win cash and other giveaways. Most importantly, we aim to provide you with the peace of mind that comes with financial literacy and preparedness. Learn more at: https://ramstrong.banzai.org/wellness/rewards/march:-intellectual-well-being-2de14c47

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/resources/financial/.

It’s Will Eisner Week at James Branch Cabell Library. Eisner (1917-2005) was a pioneering comic artist who had wide-reaching influence on the graphic novel as a literary genre. VCU Libraries is a repository for the awards programs, ballots, calls for entries and comic books, graphic novels, journals and comics-related books that were nominated for awards in the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards – the “Oscars” of the comic arts. On March 5, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Cabell Library marks Will Eisner Week with a display of graphic novels in the lobby and a display of recent Eisner Award winners in Special Collections and Archives on the fourth floor, noon to 4 p.m.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu.

Faculty members are invited to express interest in attending the national Future World Changers in the Academy conference. The conference will be held April 10-13 in Arlington, Va. VCU's Office of the Provost will cover the conference registration fee (only) for up to 10 faculty to attend, on a first come/first served basis with preference given to first-time applicants. All faculty are welcome to apply. Questions: https://www.inclusive.vt.edu/Programs/FWCA.html Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Latoya Blizzard at lblizzard@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/fLJJkCHyiPoQfhm48.

The 2025-26 VCU Bulletin is available. The undergraduate, graduate and professional bulletins contain information about university policies, course descriptions and academic requirements for the programs available to the respective student populations.

For more information, contact Sandy Morgan at bulletin@vcu.edu or visit http://bulletin.vcu.edu.

One in four college women and 7 percent of college men experience sexual assault, while 21 percent face dating violence. Although colleges are required to address these issues, many programs fail to engage students effectively, said Adrienne Baldwin-White, Ph.D., who has created “Once Upon a Party,” a text-based, choose-your-own-adventure game designed to spark critical thinking about gender-based violence. In this game, players navigate real-world situations that could lead to sexual or dating violence by responding to friends' text messages. Join the study to help test the game’s impact and get a chance to win one of five $100 gift cards. Click the following link to participate.

For more information, contact Adrienne Baldwin-White, Ph.D., at baldwinwhia@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuportal.questionpro.com/t/AXMyuZ5Ir0.