1 p.m.

Learn about studying abroad with VCUarts Fashion Department in this informational session via Zoom. Summer study abroad programs will be offered in France (Mediterranean Textiles, June 1-22, 2025) and Mexico (Slower and Fairer in Oaxaca, June 2-July 4, 2025). Both programs are open to all majors. The Zoom link for the informational session is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/83620141984?pwd=wBB3gVexfedue36HE7FYavN8vRhJbQ.1 Questions: Email Professor Renee Lamb (rslamb@vcu.edu) or Professor Jeannine Diego (diegoj@vcu.edu).

For more information, contact Renee Lamb at rslamb@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11658.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

In an increasingly competitive academic and professional environment, external funding through fellowships and grants will help your work to stand out. This online Research Friday workshop hosted by the Humanities Research Center will offer practical guidance to boost your chances of success in grant and fellowship writing. See the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_t5_uulXmSa6qVe12bX1j-Q#/registration.

5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Come tie fleece blankets that will be donated to the APCA and get a taste of APO’s love for service. All materials and a tutorial will be provided. For the location, contact Membership Vice President Annie Lebow at the following email address. APO is a gender-inclusive service organization focusing on developing leadership, promoting friendship and providing service to humanity. Interested in becoming a brother? You're invited to attend the group's rush. Peanuts-themed events are scheduled over the next two weeks and you are invited. Follow APO's Instagram @apo_adi and fill out the google form linked.

For more information, contact Annie Lebow at lebowas@vcu.edu or (571) 245-7405.

Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is embodied today in those who work toward equality and justice for all people. VCU Health is unconditionally committed to living out this legacy in our community. Our patients, colleagues, learners and community members are all important parts of the work toward a more just and equitable society. We invite you to join our Office of Inclusive Excellence at their second annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Walk. This event is free and open to all. The walk will begin at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, 1000 E Broad St.

For more information, contact Ashli Harris at Ashli.Phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/13705559.

Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 at 3 p.m.

Find out about the services provided by VCU's Writing Center and learn how to break down the process of writing into manageable chunks. Register at the following URL.

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

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 at 11 a.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/.

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Thinking about moving into your own place but worried about the cost? Join the Financial Success Center by Virginia Credit Union to learn more about the essentials of saving money and budgeting for housing. You will learn how to set realistic financial goals, plan for upfront costs like deposits and furniture and build habits that help you save for the long term. Whether you’re renting your first apartment or preparing for a future home, we’ll provide the tools and tips to help you. The program wil be held in Snead Hall, Room B2165, 301 W. Main St.

For more information, contact Amy Pridemore at finsuccess@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The 2025-2026 academic year is coming soon - have you figured out your plans for housing? Students and families are encouraged to attend Next-Level Living to explore their housing options for the next academic year. Learn via Zoom from Residential Life and Housing about the returning student housing process and application timeline. Hear from Off-Campus Student Services and the Office of Student Advocacy about the best next steps you can take to live in an apartment or other housing options. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jonathan Fuller at fyesye@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1936995.

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

Join the Hispanic Coalition of Healthcare Academics (HCHA) for a mezcla (mixer) open to all at James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), Room 3-101, 1201 E. Marshall St. Enjoy conversations and Latin American food and enhance Hispanic visibility in the health sciences. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ashli Harris at Ashli.Phillips@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/13545959.

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

VCU's C. Kenneth and Diane Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will present a lunch research seminar via Zoom. Tamas Gal, Ph.D., director, Research Informatics, will discuss the use of VCUHS clinical data for research, including the regulatory and practical differences in pathways to access clinical data for secondary analysis. Questions: Visit http://www.cctr.vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu,edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/t8ByB6tSQRecf2S6KF4bLQ.

Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join the Honors Arts Advisory Council for a mixer at the council's first general body meeting, which will be held in Room 1303, the Honors College Multipurpose Room, 701 W. Grace St. Get to know other Honors art students with games, art making and snacks.

For more information, contact Mary Boyes at mcboyes@vcu.edu.

Friday, Jan. 31, 2025 at 6 p.m.

The Workshop at VCU Libraries, RVA Games, Game Creators Coalition and the departments of Communication Arts and Kinetic Imaging will present a localized version of Global Game Jam. The free event is held worldwide among game creators who collaborate to develop original, experimental video games based on a secret theme. The event will be held at James Branch Cabell Library, Room 250, 901 Park Ave. The event will kick off at 6 p.m. Friday. Coworking space will be available from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1 and a final showcase will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. Registration is required. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Oscar Keyes at keyesok@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2024-2025/global-game-jam.html.

Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Interested in entering the advertising and branding industry? Learn more about the Brandcenter at VCU, which combines the best of portfolio schools with the best of academic programs. Brandcenter's in-person open house allows prospective students to tour the center's spaces and classrooms, meet world-class faculty and speak with current students about life at the Brandcenter and recent projects. Register at the following URL.

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

Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 at 9 a.m.

The annual Cary Street Crux top rope climbing competition will be held Saturday, Feb. 1 at the Cary St. Gym climbing wall, 101 S. Linden St. Multiple heats are available and participants can sign up for Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced categories. A free T-shirt is guaranteed with each registration before Saturday, Jan. 18.

For more information, contact Sam Albert at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=634a397a-b67a-41d0-bf5b-3322e71ea392.

VCU Payroll Services has released the 2024 electronic Forms W2s. If you submitted your consent to receive your W2 electronically prior to Jan. 10, 2025 including any prior year, you may now retrieve a copy of the Form W2 by visiting the eServices portal, selecting Employee, and then selecting Tax.

For more information, contact Veronica B. King at vbking@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1807.

RecWell's Mindful Ambassador Program provides mindfulness-based training for faculty, students and staff who are interested in integrating mindful practice into their day-to-day routines. Join RecWell’s health promotion staff to learn more about guided meditation and explore ways to manage stress with mindfulness. The next training will be held Feb. 6, 10 a.m.-noon via Zoom.

For more information, contact Starr Robinson at robinson@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18453.

Interested in joining a sorority? Sign up by Monday, Jan. 27 at the following URL or on Instagram @CPC_VCU for special activities Jan. 30-Feb. 2.

For more information, contact Emma McCall at mccalleg@vcu.edu or visit https://cpcvcu.mycampusdirector2.com/landing/.

The Disability Advocacy and Accessibility Caucus is dedicated to acting as an advocate for equitable access to education, advancing disability-focused policies and fostering a campus environment where accessibility allows all students — both with and without disabilities — to thrive. The caucus partners with the VCU Student Government Association and is open to all VCU students and faculty. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shady Habib at habibss@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/noqf5mAiqAicW2cN8.

VCU's Division of Student Affairs welcomes nominations for VCU's annual Student Leadership Awards, which recognize outstanding contributions and achievements in student leadership and community engagement. Students, faculty and staff are invited to nominate individuals or organizations who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to their communities. Submit your nominations by Friday, Feb. 14 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nicole Patterson at studentorgs@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/leadershipawards/home/.

VCUarts Program for eighth-10th grade students, Investigation Now, is back for the Spring. This four-week program encompasses a wide range of contemporary art concepts and artmaking techniques taught by VCU Art Education students. Registration is now open. The registration fee is $90 (food and materials will be provided). Investigation Now will take place on Fridays from 5-8 p.m. beginning Feb. 14 and ending March 7. Register here: https://apps.art.vcu.edu/investigationnow/

For more information, contact Lia New at artedcadc@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/art-education/investigation-now/.

The VCU English department is collecting donations for its annual book drive through Monday, Feb. 17. Any lightly used books can be donated and given new life. All books of all genres will be accepted. Donations are being accepted in Hibbs Hall, Room 306, 900 Park Ave., from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. All donated books will be placed in our free and accessible student library.

For more information, contact Emma Palmer at Palmerer@vcu.edu or (973) 441-0547.

Adobe has delayed the discontinuation of cloud-based file syncing services to now take place on Monday, Feb. 3 for all Enterprise/Federated customers (including VCU). VCU end-users need to back up/migrate any data and files stored within Adobe’s Cloud storage platform to their local computer, USB storage and/or Google Drive storage. A complete backup/migration guide can be found at https://go.vcu.edu/adobe/backup.

For more information, contact Instructional Computing Services at adobe@vcu.edu or visit https://adobe.vcu.edu/security/file-sync.

Individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as Black or African American are invited to participate in a research study examining the effect of acute and chronic stress on cardiovascular and inflammation responses to an acute mental challenge. Raffle drawings for financial compensation will be conducted. This study will take place at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. The principal investigator is Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences. Questions: Email the KHS Healthy Heart Lab at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Jeremy Via at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

This study is seeking postmenopausal females to participate in a research study examining the effect of exercise training on blood vessel function. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principle Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.

This study is seeking young females and males (18 to 35 years) to take part in a research study examining potential sex differences in how the heart and blood vessels respond to exercise. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.

The Research on Excessive, Persistent and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab is recruiting parents with and without a history of eating disorder symptoms and their teenage child (12-18 years) for a brain imaging study. The goal of the study is to understand how parent eating habits are related to eating habits and brain responding in their children. Parents and teens will be compensated for participating. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2658 or visit https://tinyurl.com/25wnkh7z.