3 p.m.

In this online Writing Center workshop, learn to hook your audience by establishing your ideas in a logical way. 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/.

3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Come to the Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A for a free attorney-led legal education series. The series is designed to help you learn about your legal rights concerning your housing and keeping your money safe. Register at the following link.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbW3CbioWMXFjk9HgO7mhCQv18XPLHEUpb43Q4mVf31F8CQQ/viewform.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU's Student Government Association will host its first Bingo Night in Grace E. Harris Hall, Room 2138, 1015 Floyd Ave. Students can win household items, such as toilet paper and a vacuum, prizes from local businesses or even AirPods.

For more information, contact Natalie Bowen at sga@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Health Hub will hold weekly Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings on Thursdays starting Nov. 6 at 1330 N. 25th St. Meetings may include readings from AA literature, personal stories of recovery and open discussion guided by the Twelve Steps. All who have a desire to stop drinking are welcome, regardless of background or length of sobriety.

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

Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The VCU Science Hub will host a Women in Science graduate panel at the STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St., Room 110. The panel, co-sponsored by VCU Women in Science and VCU BIORams, will feature graduate students from various STEM backgrounds who will discuss their graduate school experiences and opportunities and answer questions about the graduate school admissions process, interviews, and life as a grad student. This event is open to all students. Register at https://forms.gle/ErvqwTFG6eduM6bB7

For more information, contact Sunauz Moezzi at moezzis@vcu.edu or visit https://clc.vcu.edu/science-hub/.

Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 at 5 p.m.

Join the Division of Community Engagement team for its November Networking Social at Bar Solita, 123 W. Broad St. Meet colleagues, swap project ideas and spark collaborations.

For more information, contact Verenda Cobbs at s2vkcobb@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/dce-news-events/events/.

Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 at 7 p.m.

VCU Student Admissions Ambassadors will host a fall-themed activity night featuring pumpkin painting, tote bag painting and coloring. Pizza will be served, The event will be at VCU Honors College, 701 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Chelsea Mapp at mappcd@vcu.edu.

Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. to noon

Interested in interior design? VCU's Department of Interior Design (IDES) has a two-year graduate program designed for alumni from any discipline. An informational session about a career in Interior Design through VCU's MFA Design program will beheld in the Pollak Building, 325 N. Harrison St., fourth floor, Room 411. Register at https://forms.gle/9zycBH2YrY4jamHr6.

For more information, contact Kristin Carleton at carletonkr@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/program/interior-design-mfa/.

Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join the Clinical Trials Access Initiative for its tabling event on Friday, Nov. 7 and Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Compass. CTAI is raising awareness about expanding access to clinical trials in underserved communities. Stop by to learn more, sign the group's petition and grab a free snack or drink.

For more information, contact Aashka Patel at patelas13@vcu.edu or (757) 576-3673.

Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

University Academic Advising - Discovery Advising Team will host a free event in the Student Commons, Richmond Salon II, 907 Floyd Ave. The event is geared for undergraduate students who want to learn more about themselves and major options at VCU while connecting with other exploratory students. This event is for undeclared students or students who are considering changing their major. Dinner and snacks will be provided. The evening will conclude with board games. Attendance is limited to the first 45 students. RSVP is required: RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cathryn Coffey at ccoffey@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/bYHsHbngEJQzv8Xs9.

Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Come to the Virtual Curation Lab (911 W. Grace St.) for a zine-making workshop. Librarians will speak about graphic medicine and finding medical images online before participants craft their own zine. The workshop is free and open to all VCU students, faculty and staff. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/15649316.

Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Have you ever wanted to study abroad? Join Associate Professor Nicole Corley, Ph.D., for a virtual informational session to learn about a study abroad opportunity to Ghana, West Africa in Summer 2026. Scholarship opportunities are available, including a $2,000 study abroad scholarship from the School of Social Work. Attend a virtual informational sessions to learn more about the program's details: Nov. 10 (Monday) 10-11 a.m.; 5-6 p.m.; Nov. 13 (Thursday) 10-11 a.m.; 5-6 p.m.; Nov. 18 (Tuesday) 11 a.m.-noon; 6-7 p.m.; and Nov. 21 (Friday) 10-11 a.m. Register for the informational session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nicole Corley at ncorley@vcu.edy or (404) 213-5694 or visit https://forms.gle/GC3VLrScQ5goGCF2A.

Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Join the VCU Health Hub, Massey Cancer Center, Nationz Foundation and Hope Pharmacy for a Fall Flu Vaccine and Wellness Clinic at 1330 N. 25th St. Receive your annual flu vaccine (free with insurance) as supplies last, sex education, health materials and free HIV tests.

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

Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 from noon to 2 p.m.

The Underground at VCU is bringing back the Mix and Mingle Series. These events will provide students with the opportunity to learn about various organizations on campus. The theme is about cultural organizations at VCU and will take place in the Underground, Suite 015, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Doughnuts and beverages will be provided.

For more information, contact Raine Harris at harrisrn@vcu.edu.

Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 at 7 p.m.

Join The National Organization For Women in discussing menstrual equity along with guest speakers from Sincerely People With Periods. The event will be in Grace E. Harris Hall, Room 2138, 1015 Floyd Ave. Pizza, snacks and drinks will be provided.

For more information, contact National Organization For Women at now@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join Military Student Services and the Student Veterans Association to celebrate VCU veterans at the Rams horns in the courtyard of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Bring canned goods and/or gently used clothing to donate to local veterans in need and receive a Mission BBQ sandwich. Donations can be dropped off in advance at the Military Student Services Office (Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave., third floor, Room 3122). All donations will go to U.S. vets.

For more information, contact Military Student Services at militaryserv@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6563 or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1942460.

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Faculty members are invited to apply for up to $5,000 in funding to support community-engaged data dissemination. A virtual panel discussion will feature former grant awardees who will share their experiences and insights. Register for the sessions and review the full proposal requirements at community.vcu.edu. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/87419619930

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewp7sjfoRgHqOu3WUtClxbOnU2nbvCYoe9RlQ_SvXXquVuLQ/viewform.

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

This in-person workshop, hosted by the Graduate School's Office of Professional Development, will explore community-engaged teaching, an approach that connects your academic courses to real-world impact. Participants will gain practical strategies for building ethical community partnerships and designing meaningful projects that benefit both your students and community partners. The event will be in Richmond Salon III, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hali Massey at gradprofdev@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1939659.

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Global Education Office's Jill Blondin, Ph.D., and Alex Heyden, global learning specialist, for an in-person informational session (Hibbs Hall, Room 407, 900 Park Ave.,) to learn more about how you can study at the American University of Rome (AUR) this summer. Take Blondin's ARTH 3xx "Renaissance in Rome" and one other AUR summer course to earn six credits and spend four weeks in this historic city. RSVP at the following URL. A virtual information session will also be offered Thursday, Dec. 4 at 3 p.m.

For more information, contact Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5794 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/eduabroad/rsvp_boot?id=1942393.

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for an On Native Ground event with Keith Richotte, J.D., LL.M., Professor of Law at the University of Arizona's James E. Rogers College of Law and author of "The Worst Trickster Story Ever Told: Native America, the Supreme Court and the U.S. Constitution." The event will be in the STEM Building, Room 202, 817 W. Franklin St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/co-sponsored/the-worst-trickster-story-ever-told.html.

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 at 5 p.m.

Participate Learning students are eligible for a special tuition benefit, receiving in-state tuition rates for the fully online M.Ed. in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Leadership Studies. That’s a 50 percent-plus discount for out-of-state students. This flexible, equity-centered program is designed for globally minded educators and professionals ready to lead in nonprofits, policy, higher education and health care. Questions: Visit https://soe.vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brandon Norris at norrisbs@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/Fall25PLLST.

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

VCU's Office of Alumni Relations, School of Business, School of Arts and College of Engineering will present The Human + AI Era via Zoom. Hear from VCU alumni at the forefront of AI in business, tech and the arts as they share how AI is reshaping industries across Virginia, the country and the world. Learn about trends, key challenges and opportunities and how Ai impacts daily workflows. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Abigail Stanzione at stanzionea@vcu.edu or visit https://give.vcu.edu/schools/VirginiaCommonwealthUniversity/events/the-human-ai-era-navigating-ai-s-role-in-business-technology-and-art.

Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Faculty, staff and students are invited to join VCU's Division of Community Engagement for an online presentation by Maghboeba Mosavel, Ph.D.; Jessica Larose, Ph.D.; and Autumn Lanoye, Ph.D., that highlights how community-engaged research can evolve into opportunities for student engagement, experiential learning, training and scholarly outputs. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/fdQx36fwiuVgGEUP9.

Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

ReJOYce in Jesus Campus Fellowship will host a Thanksgiving worship service and lunch at Clark Springs Elementary School, 1101 Dance St. Enjoy free potluck food, fellowship, praise and worship and a brief encouraging message from the Bible. The event is free and all are welcome.

For more information, contact Stephanie Glenn at glenns@vcu.edu or (804) 601-8053 or visit https://tinyurl.com/Clark-Springs.

Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 at noon

VCU and VCU Health invite you to celebrate National Rural Health Day with two events (virtual and in-person) that highlight the contributions of faculty, staff and students advancing rural health through research, programming, clinical practice and service. The event will be at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIZGkzLYl262m_lo9XzU082yIYCAohuohMSiSRfbPt5au7Bw/viewform.

Monday, Dec. 1, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU's Student Virginia Education Association will host the Scholastic Book Fair in Oliver Hall–School of Education, Room 3064, 1015 W. Main St. The book fair will be open Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Monday, Dec. 1 to Thursday, Dec. 4 from 1:30-7 p.m.

For more information, contact Linda Le at lel7@vcu.edu.

VCU students and trainees conducting cancer research are invited to register for the 2025 Commonwealth of Virginia Cancer Research Conference, hosted by VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center. The conference will take place Nov. 14–15 at the Hilton Short Pump, 12042 W. Broad St. Join fellow researchers from across the state for two days of presentations, networking and collaboration. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Caroline Blair at blaircp@vcu.edu or visit https://web.cvent.com/event/0382dc6b-0821-4b28-8ead-71a26e2c1de8/summary.

VCU's Disability Advocacy and Accessibility Caucus (DAAC) invites artists with disabilities, chronic conditions or neurodivergence to express themselves and submit up to three artworks for the organization's first pop-up exhibition. This event celebrates the experiences of people with disabilities through art. Submit your art pieces by Friday, Nov. 7 at 11:59 p.m. Accepted artists will be notified by Monday, Nov. 10.

For more information, contact Shady Habib at Habibss@vcu.edu or (703) 314-2515 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7mHX06HCc6jZrtgcrUG0gdJUpO-HAFNQvlvLUfBRw7rxNrA/viewform.

In partnership with VCU, the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) will take place at the Greater Richmond Convention Center April 13-15, 2026. NCUR is dedicated to promoting undergraduate research, scholarship and creative activity in all fields of study by sponsoring an annual conference for students. For VCU undergraduates interested in presenting at NCUR in Richmond: abstracts are due no later than Friday, Dec. 5; the Office of Undergraduate Research with University College will cover registration costs, including lunch, for the first 400 VCU students accepted to present at NCUR; and our office will print your poster for you, free of cost, if received by the deadline of April 1, 2026. For undergraduates who are interested in presenting, please review the submission page (https://ncur.secure-platform.com/2026/page/abstract-guidelines) and FAQs (https://ncur.secure-platform.com/2026/page/faqs) in advance of the deadline. The following video (https://tinyurl.com/NCUR2026prep) provides a guide on preparing your abstract for submission. Participants should also check the timeline for important dates.

For more information, contact VCU Office of Undergraduate Research at urop@vcu.edu.

Ever wondered why the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest in the world? This summer, you can experience it firsthand - in Italy. This course will explore how food, culture and science come together to promote health and longevity. Visit local farms, olive groves, markets and/or wineries while learning how traditional Italian food practices sustain healthy living. Eat, explore and learn your way through Italy while earning academic credit and lifelong memories. Application deadline is Feb. 15, 2026. See a related video at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jill Reid at jdreid@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.mediaspace.kaltura.com/media/Study+Abroad+-+Sorrento+Italy+Summer+2025/1_bifdml9w.

The Department of Art Education presents: Investigation Now! The eight-week program encompasses a wide range of contemporary art concepts and artmaking techniques for children 13-16 years old (starting age during the time of the art program). Classes are taught by recent Art Education VCU students who will provide mentorship to students as they create work in this collaborative environment. Questions: Contact the following email address.

For more information, contact Jazmine Jackson at artedcadc@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/art-education/investigation-now/.

VCU’s School of Medicine requests proposals about educational research or innovations in health professions education at VCU. Visit the following URL to learn about presentation opportunities and to submit scholarly proposals, due Jan. 16, 2026. The symposium will be held on March 26, 2026, in the seventh floor Learning Studios in the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), 1201 E. Marshall St.

For more information, contact Stacey Wahl at swahl@vcu.edu or visit https://proposalspace.com/calls/d/1892.

Are you a college student on the MCV campus? We want to hear from you. Researchers at VCU are studying food access and well-being among students on the MCV campus [IRB# HM300000437]. Take our short, anonymous survey (just five to seven minutes.) Your voice matters. See the survey at the following URL. Incentive available.

For more information, contact Youngmi Kim, Ph.D., at ykim@vcu.edu or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=ATEC9E3JYHK74PXR.

Black women ages 18-35 who have no experience with resistance exercise (e.g., lifting weights, resistance bands, body weight exercises) are invited to share their perspectives about resistance exercise and 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 your 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.

Are you a single parent who currently resides in the Richmond metropolitan area; works full time, attends school full time or a combination of working and attending school; and has a child or children under 18 years of age? If so, we want to hear from you. We are doctoral students at VCU's School of Education conducting a project on the single-parent experience (e.g., child care needs and support). Complete the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Yadira Guerrero at guerreroy3@vcu.edu or visit https://yadiguer.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=Ekd6XsvpH8wECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D.

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 C.T. Jones, Ph.D., at ayaresearch@vcu.edu or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2o4YLtcFE7mVnkq.