2 p.m.

Attend a virtual informational session. Also, build confidence in your writing by breaking down the process into manageable chunks. 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/.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Ivy Bell, certified community health worker, will host the Hub Club at 1330 N. 25th St. The Hub Club offers a time to come together to share stories, enjoy music, practice mindfulness and build connections. The Hub Club will be held each second and fourth Tuesday.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Jun. 11, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

Learn more about the flexibility of VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide an overview of program formats (which include online, on-campus, or a blend of both), curriculum and the admissions process. No registration is required. Join via the following Zoom link.

For more information, contact Evan Torpy at torpyec@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/81339004856.

Wednesday, Jun. 11, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Virginia Credit Union (VACU) will host a Financial Success Summer Series each Wednesday in June at VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St. Visit the following URL for additional information about the program.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7H2K8BJ.

Thursday, Jun. 12, 2025 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

It’s never too early to start building smart financial habits. But many adults don’t know where to begin in an age-appropriate way to teach their children about money. Fortunately, many resources are available to help guide these conversations. Join VCU HR and Atlantic Union Bank - changing family’s financial journeys one step at a time. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4duIpL5

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/employee-events/.

RecWell’s Outdoor Adventure Program will host free activities in June. Activities include beginner whitewater paddling on Wednesday, June 11 and Wednesday, June 25 and whitewater rafting on Wednesday, June 18. Sessions are open to VCU students and RecWell members. Spaces for all activities are limited, so register early. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emily Philpott at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=d722033b-3a3d-44c6-a639-491797a4b9a2#.

Registration is open for RecWell’s small group training program, Summer Sweat. Participants work with a certified personal trainer to learn the foundational methods of cardio and resistance training and program design using a variety of equipment throughout the fitness center to build skill and knowledge of proper technique and progressions. Session 2 runs July 9-Aug. 13, Mondays and Wednesdays, from 5-6 p.m. Register by Thursday, June 27 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Abbas Sherazi at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program?classificationId=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000026001.

Stay connected to the supportive programs and resources provided by VCU HR by following their social media platforms. Daily posts share reminders and updates that can enhance your workplace experience and strengthen your connections to the VCU community. Follow on Facebook (vcuhumanresources), Instagram (vcuhumanresources), and X (@VCUHR)

For more information, contact VCU Human Resources at askhr@vcu.edu or visit https://www.hr.vcu.edu.

Alison Miller, VCU’s chief human resources officer, will host a series of listening sessions to better understand which aspects of the VCU employment experience are most important to staff and how VCU HR can best serve staff moving forward. Join a session to share your thoughts. Questions: http://www.hr.vcu.edu Register in Talent@VCU at the following URL for an upcoming virtual session.

For more information, contact VCU Human Resources at askhr@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/79d4adf8-a696-43b5-b200-79ecc3d1945b.

Equity and Access Services' Protection of Minors Office has new policy resources and sample forms. These resources are free to use. If you are running a summer program or research opportunity for minors, remember to register it with the office. Office staff may make announced or unannounced site visits of youth programs. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Protection of Minors Office at youth@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1524 or visit http://www.equity.vcu.edu/protection-of-minors/.

We’re seeking six professors to join the Community-Engaged Research Scholars Collaborative (CERSC) — a new opportunity to deepen your practice in community-engaged research (CEnR), connect across disciplines and receive community-engaged mentorship. A $500 stipend is available. Apply by Sunday, June 15 at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecEyKjABgtZJ7w3f3RztxRqtSiYVPsD3mZEEUiWtWx4sZkhg/viewform Questions: Visit: https://community.vcu.edu/facultystaff/community-engaged-research/cersc/

For more information, contact Lorielle Bouldin at bouldinln@vcu.edu.

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 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 Jeremy Via at healthyheart@vcu.edu.