2 p.m.

The workshop via Zoom will feature a discussion of the services provided by the center and will help you build confidence in your writing by breaking the process 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/.

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:30 a.m.

VCU's Robertson School 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. A session will also be offered at the same time on Friday, May 23. Join a session at https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad. The school will also offer a certificate in Media and Leadership.

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

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Massey’s Community Outreach and Engagement team actively welcomes new opportunities to reach communities in ways that make sense for them — by meeting them where they are to make sure community members know the basic information about cancer prevention and care. This includes when to be screened, fundamental preventive steps they can take to reduce their risk and general knowledge of the programs and services Massey offers. As Massey continues to grow and serve the community, requests for in-person opportunities increase. That’s where Massey's Core Volunteers program comes in. Volunteer members will be trained on cancer screening guidelines, take a deep dive into Massey community-based programs and shadow staff members who model best practices for outreach and engagement. Volunteers will also be able to learn from and engage clinical staff and providers, researchers and other experts across a number of cancer-related fields through monthly volunteer engagement sessions. Training sessions will be offered Thursday, May 22, 6-7:30 p.m. (virtual); Saturday, June 7, 10:30 a.m.-noon (VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St.) and Tuesday, June 17, 1-2:30 p.m. (hybrid, VCU Health Hub at 25th). Register for a volunteer training session at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRUhgaqKqk7wIt8BqpvallyutBFx38zM9RoKYVub4cLfLOzA/viewform Questions: Schedule a brief before you attend training at https://calendly.com/gesmem/core-volunteer-program-meet-and-greet?month=2025-05&date=2025-05-16

For more information, contact Michael Gesme at gesmem@vcu.edu or visit https://www.masseycancercenter.org/community-outreach-and-engagement/.

Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

VCU's Office of the President invites faculty, staff and students to attend virtual community listening sessions to share your thoughts on the provost search process. Feedback from the university community will play a central role in shaping the intention and outcomes of the search. RSVP is required. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact WittKieffer Consultants at VCUProvost@wittkieffer.com or visit https://forms.gle/2UooZYRw4SY5nf4f8.

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at noon

This full-body circuit training takes the basic martial arts and adds the fun. You’ll be punching and kicking your way through 30-minutes of strength and cardio. At the end of it you’ll walk away ready to tackle the day. This virtual session is brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4magfJl

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

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at noon

Join the institute for a talk by Luis Antonio DÍaz Piga, M.D., a visiting researcher at UC San Diego, who will present “MetALD: Bridging the Gap Between Metabolic Dysfunction and Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease.” Trained at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, he is interested in translational and clinical research in AALD, MASLD and liver transplantation. Register for the webinar at bit.ly/42IBoCC

For more information, contact Chantay Harris at chantay.harris@vcuhealth.org or visit https://liverinstitute.medschool.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Curious about collaborating across majors? Want to tackle big problems or launch your own venture? Discover how a da Vinci Center undergraduate certificate can help — register for a virtual session at the following URL.

For more information, contact da Vinci Center at davincicenter@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/UG-Info-05-28.

Wednesday, Jun. 4, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This event is an opportunity for the entire family to come and learn about resources and participate together in fun activities that challenge the brain. Several community organizations will be in attendance with engaging activities while you get information and resources for a healthier lifestyle. The VCU Health Hub is at 1330 N. 25th St.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu or visit https://action.alz.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Default.aspx?TabID=1356&productId=720938264.

Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requires state and local government entities such as VCU to ensure that all services, programs and activities are accessible to people with disabilities. The Department of Justice recently published its new rule and accompanying New Rule Fact Sheet which revised requirements regarding digital accessibility. These updates will affect VCU units whose work intersects with students and the public. Compliance must begin on April 24, 2026.

For more information, contact ADA and Accessibility Services at adaservices@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1347 or visit https://equity.vcu.edu/about/news/.

Feeling bored, burned out or you’re not using your strengths at work? Ready to make a career transition? Discover your next move in this 30-day online program. Wherever you are in your journey, VCU Alumni's Career Design Program provides the structure and accountability you need to reinvent your career. Enroll at the following URL.

For more information, contact Latisha Taylor Smart at smartlt@vcu.edu or visit https://www.missioncollaborative.com/vcuprogram.

The latest edition of the Division of Community Engagement newsletter is available. Discover stories highlighting faculty, staff, student impact, community partnerships and more. Questions: Visit https://community.vcu.edu/ Read the newsletter at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alliannah Hamilton at hamiltonae@vcu.edu or visit https://mailchi.mp/vcu/division-of-community-engagement-february-2025-newsletter-12895344.

The VCU School of Medicine invites all the school's faculty, residents, medical and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to help recognize and applaud the dedication, hard work and excellence of faculty in teaching, leadership, humanism, patient care and contributions to the professional development of others. Nominate faculty for the school's teaching excellence awards by Tuesday, June 17 at the following URL. Nominations for the MCV Physicians Distinguished Clinician of the Year Award are due by Tuesday, July 15.

For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at hedstromj@vcu.edu or visit https://medschool.vcu.edu/about/deans-office/faculty-affairs/awards/#d.en.628404.

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. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences. For more information, contact The KHS Healthy Heart Lab at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

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

This study is inviting individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as LGBTQ. We are also inviting individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as cis-gender heterosexual for the control group. 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. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences. For more information, contact The KHS Healthy Heart Lab at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

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

The Research on Excessive, Persistent and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab is recruiting participants (ages 18-22) who are engaging in disordered eating for a fully remote, single-session intervention study. The goal of the study is to evaluate a single-session intervention to help individuals change eating behaviors that may be getting in the way of their life. Compensation is available. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3pUvXZU9PLba5r8.