Faculty/staff Issue for June 24, 2025
Today
Being Well Amid Uncertainty
10 a.m.
Recent challenges at VCU, coupled with broader state and national concerns, have created a stressful environment for many. We've heard from staff who are feeling the weight of these collective stressors. To support you during this time, VCU Human Resources has partnered with Anthem EAP to offer a counseling support session led by a licensed facilitator. The session will provide support, information and practical tips for managing stress and fostering well-being amidst uncertainty. This will also be an opportunity for those who attend to share their concerns in a supportive setting. Register and see the Zoom link at the following URL to join.
For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/E1nUf7k2XM33GAvo9.
VCU Hub Club at 1330 N. 25th St.
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.
This week
Operationalizing Community Engaged Research
Wednesday, Jun. 25, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.
VCU's Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and VCU's Health Sciences Library will present a Whetting Your Appetite for Research seminar via Zoom. Maria Thomson, Ph.D., associate professor, Social and Behavioral Sciences, will discuss how to meaningfully collaborate with communities on research. Questions: Visit https://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/-yQIRP4EQu6d_fCDML17VQ.
Participate in Two Psychology Studies (Compensation, New Times and Sign-Up Dates Available)
Wednesday, Jun. 25, 2025 from 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
VCU Psychology invites you to participate in two studies. One: A study on including video materials in school teaching to make classes more engaging. Two: A study on how people react to fictional characters. Participants will fill out a 10-minute online questionnaire and then complete both studies in one lab session that will take about one hour. See more details and find out if you are eligible at the following URL.
For more information, contact VCU HSS at vcuhss@gmail.com or (804) 554-0584 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=3AJY3KMHN7NF87TY.
Master of Decision Analytics Weekend Program Informational Webinar
Wednesday, Jun. 25, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Join the School of Business for an informational webinar to explore how the 16-month Master of Decision Analytics Weekend Program can elevate your career. Learn about the interactive curriculum, weekend schedule (that includes in-person and online courses), cohort experience and application process. No registration required. Join via the following Zoom link.
For more information, contact Rachel Kaeser at rekaeser@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/88055512978.
Financial Success Summer Series at VCU Health Hub
Wednesday, Jun. 25, 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.
VCU Mass Communications Graduate Certificate Program Informational Session
Wednesday, Jun. 25, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Communication will host a virtual informational session for prospective students to learn more about the graduate certificate in Media and Leadership. Join a session at https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad. The same session will be offered at noon and 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27 at noon.
For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or (804) 525-9425 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/media-and-leadership-certificate/.
Institute for Transformative Leadership Summer 2025 Cohort Program
Wednesday, Jun. 25, 2025 at 9 a.m.
The Institute for Transformative Leadership is calling on all VCU and VCU Health faculty and staff to level up their leadership skills by joining the Transformative Leadership Summer 2025 Cohort Program. This free, seven-week Zoom-based series offers practical leadership principles that can be applied personally and professionally via a supportive community. Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/itlsum2025
For more information, contact ITL Team at itl@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/centers-institutes-and-labs/institute-for-transformative-leadership/.
Coming up
Kaltura's Transition to the V7 Player
Wednesday, Jul. 2, 2025 at 11 a.m.
Starting today, Tuesday, July 1, Learning Systems will upgrade the Kaltura player from V2 to V7. Learn more at an informational session on July 2 at 11 a.m. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/87430239109 Visit Kaltura's Transition to the V7 Player blog at the following URL for more information.
For more information, contact Jamillah Martin at jpmartin@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/learning-systems/2025/06/23/kalturas-transition-to-the-v7-player/.
Notices
2026 VCU Leadership Development Program Application Open
Applications are now open for the 2026 VCU Leadership Development Program for current and emerging leaders at VCU and VCU Health. The nine-month program focuses on leadership growth, collaboration and real-world impact. Questions: Visit gehli.vcu.edu Apply at the following URL.
For more information, contact Ron Jones at jonesre22@vcu.edu or (757) 419-0593 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/trainings-and-institutes/vcu-leadership-development-program-vcul/.
Participants Invited for Study Examining the Impact of Acute and Chronic Stress on Cardiovascular Health
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.
Participants Invited for a Study Examining Psychosocial Stress and Cardiovascular Health in Sexual and Gender Minority Adults
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.
A One-Time Interview To Understand the Experiences or Lack of Experience With Resistance Exercise and Mobile Apps in Young Black Women
Black women ages 18-35 are invited to share their experiences or lack of experience with resistance exercise (e.g., lifting weights, resistance bands, body weight exercises) along with their desired features of a mobile app aimed to help guide and track their exercise regimens. Women will be invited to complete a one-time interview plus two surveys at a local library of their choice. Compensation is available. Check for eligibility at the following URL.
For more information, contact Chloe Jones, Ph.D., Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at jonesc53@vcu.edu or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=CJCT4ELK87PHXKK3.
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