3 p.m.

Learn tips and tools to help make the citation process more manageable and efficient. 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/.

Tuesday, Sep. 16, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU HR offers an Effective Groups and Teams workshop for managers via Zoom. The course focuses on ground rules that lead to mutual learning and improved team performance. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4drpa645, in Talent@VCU by Monday, Sept. 15. If you are a VCU Health System employee and would like to attend this course, complete this form https://forms.gle/wUYEuyY7GNGiknLD7

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Sep. 16, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

The L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs will host a virtual information session to discuss the Virginia Capitol Semester Internship program. Join the Zoom meeting to learn about the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the legislative arena while taking classes as a full-time student. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Dv0pn1CIQZywLdzfBUEMzw

For more information, contact Adrienne K. Jones at wsinternship@vcu.edu or (804) 827-2791 or visit https://wilder.vcu.edu/student-support-resources/internships-and-experiential-learning-/virginia-capitol-semester/.

Tuesday, Sep. 16, 2025 at 2 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will present the Global Education Office and English Language Program Series Workshop: Paraphrasing. This interactive Zoom workshop is intended to help you feel comfortable with the process of paraphrasing in academic writing. 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/.

Tuesday, Sep. 16, 2025 at 5 p.m.

Already have a master’s degree? The Post-Master’s Certificate in Educational Leadership is designed for experienced educators who are ready to move into leadership roles. This flexible, 100 percent online program focuses on applied learning through fieldwork and tailored internships, preparing you for positions like assistant principal, principal or instructional leader. Questions: Visit https://soe.vcu.edu See an administration and supervision endorsement at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brandon Norris at norrisbs@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/A&SFall2025.

Tuesday, Sep. 16, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Pace Center will host “Bond-Building Badge” training at 700 W. Franklin St. The training helps provide the tools to move beyond small talk and build friendships that last. Open to all VCU students. Dinner will be served.

For more information, contact Russell Kerr at kerrr@vcu.edu or (804) 658-4064 or visit https://www.thepacecenter.com/.

Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Want to learn how to turn your big ideas into real-world solutions? Learn about the Master's of Product Innovation during a lunchtime chat with William Benton, program director. The sessions are held monthly on the third Wednesday at noon. Learn more about the MPI at the following URL.

For more information, contact Samantha Weed at weedsj@vcu.edu or visit https://uc.vcu.edu/academics/master-of-product-innovation/.

Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Rams in Recovery's speaker series will host Natalie Muncy, MBA, BSN, RN, CEN, CPEN, CARN, who has devoted 22 years to nursing and is triple board-certified in Emergency, Pediatric Emergency and Addictions Nursing. Living in long-term recovery, she openly shares her journey to reduce stigma, promote resilience through peer support and inspire hope. The event will be at the School of Nursing, Room 1011, 1100 E. Leigh St. Questions: Email recovery@vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Thomas N. Bannard at bannardtn@vcu.edu or (804) 366-8027 or visit https://bit.ly/MCVRecoverySeries.

Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

The format for the 2025 Constitution Day will be Ask an Expert. Bring your questions to the event in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. John Aughenbaugh, Ph.D., Political Science associate professor, will answer questions and give context to the pressing Constitutional questions of the day. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ryan Larson at rbpander@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2025-2026/constitution-day-.html.

Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2025 at 3 p.m.

This online Writing Center workshop will help you feel more comfortable when beginning a research project and will teach you how to develop a clear, focused and complex research question. Register forthe Zoom link at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2025 at 5 p.m.

Join the Stravitz-Sanyal Institute to hear from R. Balfour Sartor, M.D., of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he is the Midget Distinguished Professor of Medicine; Microbiology and Immunology Director of the National Gnotobiotic Rodent Resource Center; and Co-Director, Center for Gastrointestinal Biology and Disease. He will present on “Therapeutic Manipulation of Dysbiotic Intestinal Microbiota: Optimizing Current Approaches.” Questions: Visit https://liverinstitute.medschool.vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Chantay Harris at harrisc33@vcu.edu or visit http://bit.ly/3JCR5Ef.

Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

STEM In Art invites you to enjoy learning about astronomy while painting with watercolors (free with snacks). The event will be in the SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Mohammed Abdulhadi at abdulhadim@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Sep. 18, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Center for Human-Animal Interaction invites you to Pups on the Plaza on Thursday, Sept. 18. The first 200 meals will be complimentary (limit one per those in attendance). Pre-sales will be today, Monday, Sept. 15 on the first floor of Main Hospital, 1250 E. Marshall St. Support the Dogs on Call program by purchasing a Dogs on Call T-shirt or securing a meal ticket in advance (recommended if you may not be among the first 200 or would like more than one ticket).

For more information, contact Center for Human-Animal Interaction at chai@vcuhealth.og or (804) 628-5232 or visit https://chai.vcu.edu/.

Thursday, Sep. 18, 2025 at noon

Student loan policies and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program continue to evolve, leaving many borrowers with questions and uncertainty. This virtual session, brought to you by VCU HR and the VCU Financial Wellness Center, will provide up-to-date information on recent changes, guidance on what they mean for you and tips for navigating repayment and forgiveness options. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/41iS96k

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/.

Thursday, Sep. 18, 2025 at noon

Join the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs for a virtual session with Myung Jin, Ph.D., to learn more about the Master of Public Administration program. Register for the virtual session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at wsrecruit@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0364 or visit https://bit.ly/mpa0918.

Thursday, Sep. 18, 2025 at 2 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center and Transfer Week present the Overcoming Impostor Phenomenon to Write With Confidence Workshop. Learn to boost your writing confidence by identifying and overcoming the impostor phenomenon. 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/.

Thursday, Sep. 18, 2025 from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Take a look behind the scenes of VCU's grad program in advertising and branding. This virtual session will break down the application process, the four creative concentrations — art direction, copywriting, creative brand management and strategy - and give participants a look at what life is really like as a Brandcenter student. The discussion will also include the kinds of industry careers available and how Brandcenter can help grads get there. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emma Barone at brandcenter@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/info-session-sept-2025?utm_source=TelegRam.

Friday, Sep. 19, 2025 at 11 a.m.

In this interactive Zoom workshop, participants will scrutinize examples of strong, successful personal statements as well as less successful ones. Learn the tools you need to write your best statement. 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, Sep. 19, 2025 from noon to 12:50 p.m.

Join Amy Pridemore, executive director of the VCU Financial Success Center by VACU, for a discussion on student loans. Learn about good debt versus bad debt, how to decide whether to take out loans and what paying them back looks like. Also get information on private versus federal loans and when it may be appropriate to them. Click o the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/r2iDVnMfTaip77YXe26ovw.

Sunday, Sep. 21, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCUarts Department of Kinetic Imaging will present "Breathe, River," an immersive sound installation by KI faculty Sara Bouchard inside Richmond's historic Byrd Park Pump House, 1708 Pump House Drive.

For more information, contact Sara Bouchard at bouchardse@vcu.edu or visit https://www.sarabouchard.com/news/breathe-river-returns-to-the-pump-house-sept-21.

Tuesday, Sep. 23, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU’s Global Education Office will hold the first workshop of the Fall 2025 Global Initiatives Master Class Series: International Student Success in the Richmond Salon IV, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at http://events.riseagainsthunger.org/VCUAugust26 Vivian Wang, Ph.D., vice provost for global engagement of the University of Tulsa, will present the workshop, "From Students to Global Ambassadors: A Strategic Approach to International Alumni Engagement." Wang will present a comprehensive approach for supporting international students.

For more information, contact Nicol Tinsley at nctinsley@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6463 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/master-class-series.

Tuesday, Sep. 23, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

VCU HR is facilitating a new SMART Goals and You workshop. The course clarifies what SMART goals are, how to use them for both performance and career development and includes practical application. Attendance is encouraged for those who want to learn more about SMART goals for themselves and/or their team or is in a position to educate others about SMART goals. Workshops are offered in September, October and November. Register in Talent@VCU at the following URL.

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit http://bit.ly/4m0vbbm.

Thursday, Sep. 25, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The 2025 L. Douglas Wilder Symposium, "Virginia’s Elections: Our National Importance," will be held at the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. This event will explore Virginia’s historic gubernatorial race and the commonwealth’s role in shaping national politics. The program will bring together thought leaders and scholars including former Gov. Wilder; Susan T. Gooden, Ph.D., dean of the Wilder School; Robyn Diehl McDougle, Ph.D., associate dean of the Wilder School; Bob Holsworth, Ph.D., managing partner of DecideSmart and and Niraj Verma, Ph.D., professor of urban and regional planning at the Wilder School. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu or visit https://wilder.vcu.edu/news-and-events/signature-events/wilder-symposium/.

Friday, Sep. 26, 2025 at 7:30 a.m.

VCU will partner with George W. Carver Elementary School, 1110 W. Leigh St., on Friday, Sept. 26 for a Spirit Day Pep Rally (7:30–9 a.m.) or sign up for a Field Day shift to help with games, activities and book giveaways. VCU students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to participate. Sign up to volunteer at the following URL.

For more information, contact Verenda Cobbs at s2vkcobb@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/hqaxBb9Eem15NVzC8.

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.

The General Administration Career Community will host a town hall session. The in-person session will be at the Human Resources Training Center at 922 W. Grace St. GACC is returning with new leadership after being dormant. Talent registration: https://vcu.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnUrl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253defa14808-9d56-4c0b-80f4-0539fcbad1dd VCUHS/student registration: https://forms.gle/6i8v8YhdS2MUz3L86 Questions: Contact genadmincc@vcu.edu

For more information, contact Gabrielle Whittington at whittingtongt@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/career-development/career-communities/general-administration/.

Monday, Oct. 6, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Grace E. Harris Leadership Development Institute’s Supervisors and Managers Boot Camp is open for registration. This five-day course is a highly interactive sequence of topics, tips and tools focused on developing leadership skills while increasing knowledge and confidence in solving some of the challenges that come with supervising others. The course will be held at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd. Questions: Visit http://www.gehli.vcu.edu

For more information, contact Victoria Carter-Johnston at carterjohnsva@vcu.edu or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/trainings-and-institutes/supervisors-and-managers-bootcamp-smb/.

Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 at 9:40 a.m.

Join VCU and VCU Health at this year’s Heart Walk to help fight heart disease and stroke. Every step participants take helps fund life-saving research and honors those affected by cardiovascular disease. The walk will begin at Innsbrook North Shore Commons Lawn, 4951 Lake Brook Drive, Glen Allen.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://www2.heart.org/site/TR?company_id=509177&fr_id=12016&pg=company.

Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 at 3 p.m.

Registration is open for the ninth annual John and Rosa Cifu Lecture in Brain Injury Rehabilitaion and Sheltering Arms Institute fourth annual Research Symposium. The event will be offered virtually and at Sheltering Arms Institute, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive. Sponsors include VCU Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: TBI Endowment fund, VCU Center for Rehabilitation and Science Engineering (CERSE) and Sheltering Arms Institute. The featured speaker will be Anne McDonnell, executive director for the Brain Injury Association of Virginia from 2006-2023. A poster presentation and reception will follow the lecture. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Carolyn Frey at carolyn.frey@vcuhealth.org or (804) 229-9143 or visit https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/research-symposium/.

VCU departments can surplus unneeded VCU surplus via GovDeals, an online government surplus auction program. VCU Facilities Management helps departments navigate the online government auction platform to surplus (technology, lab equipment, furniture and more).

For more information, contact Dwayne Brown at brownde5@vcu.edu or (804) 310-9936 or visit https://fmd.vcu.edu/units/facilities-operations/general-services/.

Unlock new skills this fall with LEDstudio's micro-courses. Registration is open through Friday, Oct. 3. Each course has been designed with busy faculty in mind and those who enroll will have 30 days to complete the course at their own pace. Earn a digital badge to celebrate and showcase your dedication to continuous learning. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://ledstudio.vcu.edu/learning-resources/micro-courses/.

Medical providers — all who work in clinical settings — are invited to take a brief, 25-minute survey. The goal is to better understand provider perspectives on occupational stress related to policy changes or practices. The survey is completely confidential and individual input will help inform future health care practices. Enter a raffle to win one of six $100 charitable donations to a philanthropic organization in the Richmond area. To participate, go to the following URL.

For more information, contact Julie Suyama, M.D., Ph.D. at Julie.Suyama@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0NTDp7fT25xzCeO.

Are you a first-generation college graduate? If you would like for students and colleagues to know that you're first-gen, you can be added to the You First by completing the form at https://youfirst.vcu.edu/students/resources/first-gen-faculty-and-staff-list/ You can fill out the request form at https://forms.gle/q7GiGRYbgvEd4Wj69 Individuals who are currently listed can also submit change requests using this link.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927.

Beginning Saturday, Sept. 13, VCU will be using the EventPass system for special events parking. This pre-paid system allows those who attend to pre-purchase parking passes for events, ensuring they have a guaranteed spot and a streamlined arrival process. Questions? Contact parking@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Olivia Truban at parking@vcu.edu.

Paid research opportunity to improve bone health among girls and women ages 14-30. This is a 12-month clinical trial in collaboration with UVA Health studying the effects of two medications in addition to estrogen and progesterone on bone health. This will require nine study visits including history and physical exams, blood draws, health questionnaires and bone density scans. Participants will be paid up to $925 and up to $25 per visit to cover travel. For more information and to become involved, please see the full study flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vEGBy9G6FO1VO0oo5s_yRlOmAgS-VE_q/view?usp=share_link

For more information, contact Alexandra Lempke, Ph.D., at alexandra.lempke@vcuhealth.org or visit https://uvahealth.com/clinicaltrials/romosozumab-adjunct-physiologic-estrogen-replacement-adolescents-young-adults#:~:text=434.982.0871-,Romosozumab%20as%20an%20Adjunct%20to%20Physiologic%20Estrogen%20Replacement%20in%20Adolescents,925.

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.

For more information, contact Karen Gorgey 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.