11 a.m.

This interactive Zoom workshop is a guide to finding, reading, evaluating and incorporating academic sources into your work. Register at the following URL.

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

12 p.m.

VCU's Department of Painting and Printmaking will present a lecture by visiting artist Luis Vasquez La Roche (MFA ’20) at Oliver Hall, Physical Sciences Wing, Room 1024, School of Education, 1015 W. Main St. Vasquez La Roche’s practice is interested in aspects of the transatlantic slave trade that repeat themselves in varying ways in the present such as labor, death, erasure, oppression, violence and discrimination. A part of the research is exploring material, space, smell, and sounds in relationship to personal and historical archives.

For more information, contact Emmy Garcia at garciaem2@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/luis-vasquez-la-roche-visiting-artist-lecture/.

2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Drop by SHIFT Retail Lab (1235 W. Broad St.) and stay as long as you’d like at this laid-back event designed to spark curiosity and connection. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT Retail Lab, the Shelfie Program or da Vinci Center courses? Join the session at the top of the hour for a brief presentation.

For more information, contact Cael Parker at parkerc10@vcu.edu or visit https://shiftretail.vcu.edu/events/.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Come to VCU Career Services to get on-the-spot support the day before the Nonprofit, Public and Human Services Fair. Peer Career Advising offers a review of your résumé, job search help and the Suit Yourself Closet provides free career clothing. Plus, have a free cookie while supplies last. Staff will be available to answer questions. (What is a career fair? Which employers will be there? What do I need to bring?). The event will be in VCU Career Services, University Student Commons, first floor, 907 Floyd Ave. Learn more on Handshake under "Events."

For more information, contact Aimee Selleck at selleckap@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1688780.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Join VMFA's Karen Getty, educator for the African collection, as she shares the experiential power and multisensory dimensions of three objects in the African Art Galleries. The session will be at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, 200 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd.

For more information, contact Virginia Museum of Fine Arts at info@vmfa.museum or visit https://vmfa.museum/tours/3-in-30/.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 from 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 fall semester.

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

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 from noon to 12:45 p.m.

The mixer is intended to cultivate a safe space and community where students, faculty and staff who identify as persons of color are able to discuss their own experiences, challenges and issues that they confront as people and students of color. The event will be in the College of Health Professions, Room 1030, 900 E. Leigh St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Chelsea Gary at garycs@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3a-Rx1tsTUi2-_7pjtRZQvcsu6JZxYZG72_aLZjui2w8MSQ/viewform.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

Consider foundational strategies for communicating across differences, preventing harm and fostering cultures of respect and inclusion. The Social Identity workshop is strongly suggested as a pre-requisite. You can choose to attend one or more of the following virtual sessions: Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 3:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Feb. 5 at noon or Thursday, Feb. 6 at 12:30 p.m. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jackson Barlett at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://inclusive.vcu.edu/education/workshops/#d.en.723962.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The VCU Faculty Senate will sponsor the Annual General Faculty Meeting with President Michael Rao, Ph.D., in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Typically at this annual meeting, the president will briefly address the faculty and answer questions/concerns from the faculty in attendance. The meeting is open to all VCU faculty and is accessible on Zoom at https://tinyurl.com/faculty-senate-vcu/

For more information, contact VCU Faculty Senate at facultysenate@vcu.edu or visit https://facultysenate.vcu.edu/.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 at 5 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/.

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Alpha Phi Omega is a gender-inclusive service organization which focuses on developing leadership, promoting friendship and providing service to humanity. Interested in becoming a brother? All are invited to attend the group's induction ceremony. Pledges have the opportunity to attend various service events, socials and retreats within the brotherhood. Upon successful completion of all requirements, pledges are initiated as brothers of APO. Email the following address for the zoom link.

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

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

Join Katie's Art Project to make vision boards to set the mood for the rest of your semester. All materials will be provided. The event will be in the University Student Commons, Alumni Association Board Room, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Areej Ghazenfer at ghazenfera@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 at 1 p.m.

Delve into the cultural and historical intersection of AfroLatinidad and social photography. Explore how Afro-Latinx identities are shaped by both African and Latin American heritages. The session will highlight the pivotal role of social photography in documenting and challenging stereotypes. The program will be at the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., Room 215.

For more information, contact Anita Nadal at nadalaa@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the VCU Medical Center Health and Wellness Library on Zoom to hear the stories of rare disease patients Kristi Harmon and Virginia Maxwell. They will share how they navigated obstacles faced by the rare disease community and talk about ongoing efforts that offer hope for solutions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/14068374.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 from noon to 3 p.m.

Connect with government, public services, human services and social assistance organizations looking to hire VCU students for internships and full-time and part-time jobs. Just exploring? Come chat with employers. The event will be in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons, 907 Floyd Ave. Pre-register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Danielle Pearles at ddpearles@vcu.edu or visit https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/81856923-8ff5-4411-8bd8-7a2d3f09f8f9/student_preview.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 at noon

VCU's Department of Sculpture and Extended Media will present a lecture by visiing artist SCRAAATCH at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. SCRAAATCH is a duo that creates multimedia performances, experimental music, and hybrid DJ sets. They focus on Black diasporan intra-ommunication, generational traumas, social upheaval and the social conditions of urban environments.

For more information, contact Emmy Garcia at garciaem2@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/scraaatch-visiting-artist-lecture/.

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

Join the VCU Transfer Center and the Transfer Peer Coaches for lunch in the STEM Building, Room 503, 817 W. Franklin St. Becoming involved on campus as a transfer student can sometimes feel like a struggle, but the transfer peer coaches will help you connect. Meet them, ask them questions and get to know other transfer students. Register at https://cglink.me/2dV/r1937184

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

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 at 2 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will hold a general informational session for graduate students via Zoom. The session is geared to VCU grad students in all disciplines. Learn about external funding opportunities and how the NSO can offer support through the application process. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson at natlscholar@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-uG8ku2RF6FpU0kLl4ZnZfafHgDXo6bxJgU6-Xi5eYhwhVg/viewform.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 at 3 p.m.

Learn to break writing into manageable chunks and how to avoid procrastination. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

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

Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

To kick off Heart Month, the VCU Health Pauley Heart Center will host its annual Go Red Health Fair in Main Hospital, 1250 E. Marshall St., Rooms 1-422, 426 and 427 (the conference rooms across the hall from the Subway entrance to the hospital cafeteria). Come for heart-healthy activities like blood pressure and BMI screenings, CPR training and more. Questions: Email michelle.gossip@vcuhealth.

For more information, contact Liz Torrey at elizabeth.torrey@vcuhealth.org or visit http://vcuhealth.org/heart.

Monday, Feb. 10, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for an online Meet VCU Authors talk with Christopher Brooks, Ph.D., professor of anthropology. “Dual Pandemics” traces the impact of both HIV and COVID-19 on Kenyan and African communities. Register for the webinar at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or (301) 213-8664 or visit https://bit.ly/cbr0210.

Monday, Feb. 10, 2025 at 4 p.m.

The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics will host a screening of the film "Counted Out" by Vicki Abeles in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. A discussion with faculty and members of the audience will follow. This is a public event and the film is appropriate for all ages. Registration is required. Register at the following URUL.

For more information, contact Ellie Roberts at meyereh@vcu.edu or visit https://math.vcu.edu/events/event-items/counted-out-film-showing.html.

Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

PennyAppeal will host a Pack-A-Bag event in the Honors College Multipurpose Room (1303, 701 W. Grace St.) to make care kits for the local homeless population. Can't make it? Join the organization's Instagram (@pennyappealatvcu) or RamsConnect to keep up to date on future events.

For more information, contact PennyAppeal at officialpennyappealatvcu@gmail.com.

Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 at noon

When it comes to leadership, we sometimes fall back on what we know, regardless of our values. In this workshop, participants will come away with concrete strategies for translating inclusive and team-centered values into practice. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qcOipqjgoHd0JBq-AOzx63g_OCiG48Q4d#/registration

For more information, contact Tre Straughter at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://inclusive.vcu.edu/education/.

Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU’s M.Ed. in Educational Leadership with a Concentration in Culturally Responsive Leadership and Certificate in Culturally Responsive Leadership is designed for working professionals. The program can be completed part-time in as little as 22 months with coursework entirely online. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alease Randall at randallam3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/M.Ed.EdLeaderSpring25.

Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Want to get your start in the legal field? Learn more about the VCU Continuing and Professional Education noncredit Paralegal Studies Certificate program at a live online session. Sign up at the following URL. Registration ends Friday. Feb. 21. The next cohort begins Tuesday, Feb. 25. Discounts are available for VCU faculty and staff. The program adviser is available each Thursday at 12:30 p.m. Sign up at bit.ly/vcuparalegal to speak with an adviser.

For more information, contact Laura Wilson at wilsonl14@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1322 or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/paralegal/.

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU’s M.Ed. in Educational Leadership with a Concentration in Administration and Supervision and the Post-Masters Certificate in Educational Leadership (PMC), helps prepare professionals for the ever-changing educational environment. This program is part of the 20 percent Education Tuition discount program. Register for the Zoom link for the informational session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alease Randall at randallam3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/PMCEDLeadershipSpring25.

Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Statewide VEA will host a Praxis Workshop designed specifically for aspiring educators at Oliver Hall, Room 3108, School of Education, 1015 W. Main St. This workshop will offer a comprehensive review of the Praxis exams, providing essential tips, strategies and practice to help you succeed. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact SVEA at VCU at sveaeboard@gmail.com or visit https://forms.gle/CL78a6RLAUaH2k6Q9.

Tuesday, Mar. 18, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Interested in special education teacher licensure in general curriculum (K-12) or early childhood (birth-5)? Join this informational session hosted by the School of Education to learn about VCU's online program options for meeting your professional goals. This combination session will represent the Graduate Certificate program in Special Education Teaching K-12 and the M.Ed. in Special Education, General Education and Early Childhood concentrations. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alease Randall at randallam3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/CertSpecialEducationk-12sp25.

Monday, Mar. 24, 2025 at 8 a.m.

The rapid evolution of AI requires us to consider its usage and practical implications. Join VCU Continuing and Professional Education for a cohort-based noncredit Ethics of AI course designed for faculty, staff, students, researchers, ethics and compliance officers, technology professionals and anyone with an interest in AI. Learn more and register at: https://ocpe.vcu.edu/ai/ VCU alumni/staff/faculty discounts are available

For more information, contact Tinsley Jones at ocpe@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1322 or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/ai/.

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.

VCU faculty, staff and students, it's time to come together and celebrate what makes the university unique, vibrant and unstoppable. Be part of the excitement Feb. 16-23 with special events, school spirit and the chance to reconnect with the VCU community. Whether you’re a student or faculty member, show your Ram spirit by taking part in homecoming events.

For more information, contact Lisa Cooper at lcooper4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-3419 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/vcuhomecoming/home-final/.

Adobe has delayed the discontinuation of cloud-based file syncing services to now take place today, 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.

The Division of Student Affairs welcomes nominations for VCU's annual Student Leadership Awards, recognizing 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 nominations by Friday, Feb. 14 at the followig URL.

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

This club, affiliated with the Kinesiology and Health Sciences Department at VCU, focuses on students in the Health Science concentration of the Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science major. (However, anyone passionate about health science is welcome to join.) Connect with fellow health, physical education and exercise science (HPEX) students and health enthusiasts through résumé workshops, networking events, shadowing opportunities, CPR/First Aid certifications and collaborations with organizations like the HPEX Exercise Science and Women in Medicine/Health clubs. Follow the organization on Instagram: vcukhshealthscience and see KHS on LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/khshealthscienceclub. A membership form is available at the following URL.

For more information, contact KHS Health Science Club at khsclub@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/LVub9jzDJwjV8HCU9.

Gemini is designed to understand and generate human language in a comprehensive and nuanced way. This allows it to engage in conversations, translate languages, write different kinds of creative content and answer your questions in an informative way. Gemini is now available to all VCU faculty, staff and students at https://gemini.google.com

For more information, contact Doctor Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/drgee/2025/01/29/meet-gemini-googles-answer-to-generative-ai/.

The Snack Nook is now open in Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. Enjoy cashless convenience using swipes, dining dollars, credit or debit. Plus, don’t miss special events this month at Shafer Court Dining Center, 810 Cathedral Place. Events include Spice Up Your Spring (Feb. 7: 11 a.m.-close), Sweet Your Heart Out (Feb. 14: 11 a.m.-close), Steak Night (Feb. 19: 5 p.m.-close), National Pancake Day (Feb. 21: 7 a.m.-10:30 a.m.) and Flavor Feuds: Chef Competition (Feb. 25: 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.).

For more information, contact Margaret Massie at dining@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit https://vcu.campusdish.com/.

The Graduate Student Association announces the 28th Annual Graduate Research Symposium as part of VCU Research Weeks. All graduate students are encouraged to participate in this event and share their research posters with the VCU community. Top posters will be awarded a monetary prize. The symposium will be on Wednesday, April 23 from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Erin Brown at embbrown@vcu.edu or (804) 514-6293 or visit https://graduate.vcu.edu/current-students/awards-and-competitions/graduate-research-symposium/.

Youth Futures is an after-school program created by the International Rescue Committee to tutor refugee high school students affiliated with the committee at local high schools. Volunteers will work one-on-one with students on their homework and with concepts they are learning in their classes. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Students Together Assisting Refugees @ VCU at staratvcu@gmail.com or visit https://forms.gle/pxAqo7iPTgi1gQAy7.

Spring open court times are available at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. across from the Cary Street Gym. Open play times are Monday and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5 p.m.-8 p.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

For more information, contact Misti Mueller at muellermr@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10Vo05USr8hQJ2C4oZDrFOygOeuaD8WXs9OgacJs6z5w/edit?usp=sharing.

Researchers at Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center are testing a new program to help improve health and well-being among emerging adults with a history of cancer. Eligible participants will receive a free program including evidence-based strategies to help improve eating patterns, sleep, physical activity and emotional well-being; 12 virtual (Zoom) group sessions over four months and personalized feedback based on the data you provide. You may be eligible to participate if you are between the ages of 18 and 29 years of age. Take the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Christina La Rosa at healtrial@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5362 or visit https://www.mccheal.com/.

We're looking for volunteers for our single-visit study, the Human Trunk Behavior Project, taking place at the Physical Therapy Department of VCU’s College of Health Professions. This study assesses trunk stability against external forces using surface EMG sensors and a new index for trunk stiffness. Interested? Email the following adddress or mcl@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact James Thomas, PT, Ph.D., at jthomas32@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0234.

This study is inviting individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as cis-gender heterosexual for the control group in addition to individuals who identify as LGBTQ. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of chronic psychosocial stress and vascular inflammation to an acute mental challenge. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus.

For more information, contact Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences, at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

VCU students are asked to share their experiences with and awareness of 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 to complete. 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.

For more information, contact Jess Hoy at hoyj2@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1I3jkZe3oTGVt0ufnnNU1aK1zlvbVzSRSAqoCfZ3AnIE/viewform?edit_requested=true.