12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Division of Community Engagement in the Office of the Provost will host weekly open consultations for faculty, staff and partners to receive guidance and explore how to make the most of Collaboratory in their community-engaged work. Bring your questions or simply join the session to explore the database. Sessions will be held every Friday from noon–1 p.m. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/81793039272?jst=2

For more information, contact Shari Garmise at garmiseso@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/.

3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Come to The Faculty Connect at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A, to explore current programming and collectively envision how VCU’s teaching, research and resources can align with community-identified needs for mutual benefit. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at 25th at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGQNPpMiWa8CiCOanfeyrCR3xslc7VQOabCLoWwwItqxlxdA/viewform?usp=header.

4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Feedback Friday is a dynamic roundtable at which your voice shapes the future of student entrepreneurship. Bring your curiosity, questions and your vote for people’s choice award. From ready-to-buy items to concepts in need of refinement, SHIFT is where ideas evolve with real-world feedback. The event is open to all. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shift Retail Lab at shiftretail@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Feedback-Friday-Sept-26.

6 p.m.

The Episcopal Churches of Greater Richmond and The Pace Center will gather at Grace and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 8 N. Laurel St., to host a pride eucharist to celebrate the affirmation of the LGBTQIA+ community. The service will feature the Community Pride Choir. A reception in the parish hall will follow the service. Bring a side or snack to share. Choir rehearsal will be at 5 p.m. All are welcome.

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

Saturday, Sep. 27, 2025 at 3 p.m.

The women's volleyball team will play Duquesne at the Siegel Center.

For more information, contact Tavian Elliott at elliottt2@vcu.edu.

Sunday, Sep. 28, 2025 at 1 p.m.

The VCU women's soccer team will play St. Joseph's University at the Sports Backers Stadium, 100 Avenue of Champions.

For more information, contact Tavian Elliott at elliottt2@vcu.edu.

Monday, Sep. 29, 2025 at 3 p.m.

Learn the tools necessary to establish your ideas in a logical way to hook your audience. 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. 30, 2025 at 5 p.m.

The women's volleyball team will play Davidson at the Siegel Center.

For more information, contact Tavian Elliott at elliottt2@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Sep. 30, 2025 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Project Gabriel is reintroducing its work toward fulfilling the recommendations of the Project Gabriel Commission. The group was launched in spring 2023 by VCU's Office of the President to report, reconcile and heal the wounds caused by VCU's historic ties to the institution of enslavement. The session will be held at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, 1000 Mosby St. Questions: Visit https://projectgabriel.vcu.edu/about/

For more information, contact Stephanie Miller Rizzi at rizzism@vcu.edu or (804) 827-7357 or visit https://projectgabriel.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St., in partnership with VCUarts and the VCU Humanities Research Center, will host artist Federico Cuatlacuatl, who will discuss how his practice is informed and shaped by his lived experiences as part of a community from Cholula, Mexico. “Migrant Nahua futurisms” is the conceptual framework for his ongoing project highlighting the Nahua community’s forced self-displacement and the problematization of indigeneity in its diasporas. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/events/federico-cuatlacuatl/.

Friday, Oct. 3, 2025 at 5 p.m.

Do you want to speak or perform at a TEDxVCU event? Attend the next speaker informational session to learn more about what it is like to be on stage. Faculty, staff students and members of the community are welcome to attend. The event will be in the SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Justin Raibolt at tedx@vcu.edu.

Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

VCU Nurse Anesthesia is offering an artificial intelligence workshop series via Zoom. Join the flexible 10-part series on Saturday mornings — no AI experience needed. Explore ethical AI use in health care, education and research through expertly led lectures, case studies and hands-on practice. Attend one or all sessions, in any order. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jennifer Sisane at jsisane@vcu.edu or visit https://nafa.vcu.edu/ce/genai/.

Friday, Oct. 24, 2025 from noon to 2 p.m.

The VCU Office of Alumni Relations invites soon-to-be grads for a Countdown-to-Commencement celebration in the Commons Plaza, 907 Floyd Ave. Enjoy great vibes, food and music, plus giveaways, head shots and a resource fair to help you prepare for your next chapter. Save your spot today.

For more information, contact Sarah Ramkey, director of alumni and student engagement at ramkeysm@vcu.edu or visit https://give.vcu.edu/schools/VirginiaCommonwealthUniversity/events/50-days-till-the-tassel-turns?utm_source=vcua&utm_medium=events&utm_campaign=oar-telegram-fy25.

Nov. 20 is National Rural Health Day. VCU will host two events (virtual and in-person) to celebrate and acknowledge the rural health programming led by VCU and VCU Health faculty, staff and students. If you are engaged in any research, teaching, service or programming related to rural health, the university's Division of Community Health asks you to share your contributions at https://forms.gle/oD2zkNzxHMZTQehg9

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/dce-news-events/events/.

The Virginia Capitol Semester Internship Program, offered by the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, is your chance to gain firsthand experience in the legislative arena while taking classes as a student at VCU. If you are interested in bridging community issues with current research to impact the future – then apply for this program. You will gain professional experience, engage with lawmakers and leaders, build your résumé and jumpstart your professional network. Apply by Wednesday, Oct. 1 at the following URL.

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/.

VCU Special Events will now be using EventPass, powered by JustPark, for special events parking. This prepaid system allows those who attend events to prepurchase parking passes for events, ensuring they have a guaranteed spot and a streamlined arrival process. Questions? Email parking@vcu.edu.

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

Effective Wednesday, Oct. 1, VCU customer service offices will be transitioning to fully cashless payment. All payments must be made via card - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express), mobile (tap) or check.

For more information, contact Olivia Truban at parking@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.

For more information, contact Karen Gorgey at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

Black parents, caregivers and their children (ages 8-12) are invited to share their experiences with race, family mealtimes and health through small group conversations in the Richmond area. This feedback will inform future community programming that promotes family discussions about race, nutritious meals and more. Participating caregivers and youth will receive compensation for their time and insights. If you are still interested, please complete our study screener at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shawn Jones at scjones4@vcu.edu or (210) 473-5738 or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2o4YLtcFE7mVnkq.