10 a.m.

This interactive Zoom workshop is intended to help participants 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/.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Participants will share stories and support about mental health while designing and decorating a mask, reflecting their mental health journey. The Massey Cancer Center will then explain to participants how facial masks can be a healing skin care routine. The session will be at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A.

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

3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Join FILL peer mentors for a roundtable discussion on the first-gen experience. Hear real stories, share your own and connect with peers who understand the ups and downs of being first-gen at VCU. The session will be hosted by the Department of Focused Inquiry in celebration of First-Gen Week, at Grace E. Harris Hall, Room 5116, Focused Inquiry Learning Lounge, 1015 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Matthew Vechinski at mjvechinski@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/events?topic_tags=13459642.

6 p.m.

Jewish Life at VCU, 1003 Grove Ave., will host visual artist and VCU alumna Natalya Belenkaya.

For more information, contact Rabbi Menachem Lessoff at rabbi@vcu.edu or (804) 404-3637 or visit https://jewishvcu.org/.

9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Stop by the Orientation and Transition Programs (Grace Street Center, 912 W. Grace St., seventh floor) for coffee, cocoa and small breakfast bites in celebration of First-Gen Week.

For more information, contact Antoinette Gregory at gregoryad@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/events?topic_tags=13459642.

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 feture former grant awardees who will share their experiences and insights. Register for the session and review the full proposal requirements at community.vcu.edu/facultystaff/grants

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 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Explore a unique example of technology in the workplace as a supervisor of student staff. In this session led by Bernard Means, associate professor of Anthropology and director of the Virtual Curation Laboratory, staff will learn about a VCU workplace that is contributing to communities through technology: documenting and sharing community heritage through accessible 3-D scanning applications and 3-D printing. Registration is required. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Aimee Selleck at selleckap@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/SupNovSesh.

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 p.m.

Do you want to become a teacher who changes lives? Are you ready to take your next step toward a teaching career? The VCU RTR Teacher Residency program is an opportunity to grow as an educator and can be your pathway to the classroom. An in-person informational session will be held at the Richmond Main Library, activity room, 101 E. Franklin St. Connect with the team, meet RTR alumni and current residents and discover how you can earn your undergraduate or graduate education with full tuition coverage. Questions: https://teachrtr.org/ Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sabrina L. Evans at evanssl4@vcu.edu or (571) 294-4115 or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/RTRNov12th.

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from 6:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Share the ways your family or culture gives thanks. The Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., will provide turkey and some sides. Bring a side dish to share, bring a friend or just bring yourself. RSVP at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 from 9 a.m. to noon

The Health Hub will offer a free kidney health screening event with simple tests and education at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Learn about kidney health and resources to support your well-being.

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

Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

This 30-minute virtual class brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups as well. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4o6dUzD

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

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

VCU Telecommunications department will host an informational session on OnePrint, VCU’s university-wide managed print program. The department will provide an overview of the available systems, highlight key features and answer questions. This session is geared for anyone who has questions about printing or wants to make the most of the OnePrint program. Authenticate into the Zoom meeting using your eID and password. Register at the following URL. OnePrint is on the University network.

For more information, contact Warren Mays at wemays@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/.

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. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/82775901937

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

Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 at 5 p.m.

VCU's Department of Kinetic Imaging will present an MFA exhibition featuring works by Abdul Haadi, Adam Santiago, HWIY, kodicrone (a.k.a. Miri Sluis) and lisandrx. The exhibit will be shown in the Seipel Gallery, Murry N. DePillars Building, 1000 W. Broad St., through Friday, Nov. 21.

For more information, contact VCUarts Kinetic Imaging at kineticimage@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/kinetic-imaging/.

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. The program will include free potluck food, fellowship, praise and worship and an 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.

Monday, Nov. 17, 2025 at noon

The School of Public Health will host an online Master of Public Health (MPH) virtual Information Session. Join to learn more about the MPH program, now offered both online and in-person with new concentrations in health communication and health policy. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/F06Eh8XuSdeZaS5xnUFhcA

For more information, contact Katherine Peterman at petermankb@vcu.edu or visit https://sph.vcu.edu/programs/mph/.

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Did you know that November is National Career Development Month? In this application workshop, with VCU HR facilitators, participants will practice creating or updating their career development plan using the career pathing tool. You will have the opportunity to discuss the intersection between a career path and a career development plan and practice using a career path framework to create or update an individualized career development plan 3. Leverage the facilitator as a resource. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Beverly Walker at bwalker@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/samldefault.aspx?returnUrl=%252fDeepLink%252fProcessRedirect.aspx%253fmodule%253dlodetails%2526lo%253d4c781f4d-6860-4dcf-b073-78b558811cd0.

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 from 11 a.m. to noon

This overview will cover tips for wrapping up your Fall 2025 and starting your 2026 courses. Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18547 Authenticate into the workshop by using your eID and password. Sponsored by Academic Affairs and Technology Services. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315?omn=89582209930

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit https://learningsystems.vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join VCU's Global Education Office at a mini-fair to learn how you can study abroad this spring break on a faculty-led spring break program. The fair will be held before and after the VCU Globe Speaker Series Event in the Virginia Rooms on the second floor of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., the Globe Speaker will start at noon. Those who attend can browse the tables until 2 p.m. at the event's conclusion. A free lunch will be served. The speaker will be Lorato Koosaletse, Humphrey Fellow. Register for lunch at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5794 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/eduabroad/rsvp_boot?id=1942392.

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

The VCU Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation's Division of Research Development will host a virtual session to cover creative, collaborative strategies to broaden funding options and help PIs sustain their research in a shifting funding landscape. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mary Strawderman at OVPRIRD@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Oo-L_78SQFOWJUvf_FVepg#/registration.

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 at 7 p.m.

Join VCU's School of Business for an informational webinar to explore how the 20-month Executive MBA Program can elevate your career. Learn about the dynamic curriculum, weekend schedule (that includes in-person and online courses), cohort experience and application process. No registration required — join via the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Butch Sarma at mksarma@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/83935786427.

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

PennyAppeal at VCU is hosting its Thanksgiving Pack-A-Bag event in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms A-B, 907 Floyd Ave. Fifty care kits with essential items will be packed for members of the local homeless community. Follow the organization on Instagram (@pennyappealatvcu) or RamsConnect.

For more information, contact PennyAppeal at VCU at Officialpennyappealatvcu@gmail.com.

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 at 4 p.m.

New this academic year, the "AI in Research" discussion series explores how generative AI is studied and used across VCU. The VCU Libraries series is designed for faculty and advanced researchers. VCUArts faculty Hawa Stwodah and Jennie Cook kick off the series with "Speculative Fashion: Education Futures." This presentation will examine how generative AI and multi-modal technologies are reshaping fashion design and merchandising education. Their research explores how students engage with intelligent systems to develop AI literacy, creativity and ethical awareness. Drawing on qualitative data and interdisciplinary insights, the study highlights pedagogical opportunities and challenges of integrating human–AI collaboration in design education. The session will be in James Branch Cabell Library, Room 203, 904 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2025-news/ai-in-research.html.

Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 from 11 a.m. to noon

This overview will cover tips for wrapping up your Fall 2025 and starting your Spring 2026 courses. Register at: https://training.vcu.edu/course.aspx?processFlag=2&itemID=18548 Authenticate into the workshop using eID and password. Sponsored by Academic Affairs and Technology Services. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/2324828315?omn=85353886479

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu or visit https://learningsystems.vcu.edu.

Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 from noon to 4:30 p.m.

VCU and VCU Health invite you to celebrate National Rural Health Day with two events that highlight the contributions of faculty, staff and students advancing rural health. A virtual roundtable discussion and optional networking will be from noon-1:30 p.m. An in-person gathering will feature the opportunity for networking from 3-4:30 p.m. 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.

The Research in Athletes and Military Health Sciences (RAMHS) is seeking an hourly research assistant to assist with a new musculoskeletal injury research project. This individual will assist with research operations, including study organization and scheduling, data collection and timely project completion. Applicants will need to dedicate approximately 10 hours per week to this position for about 48 weeks (Anticipated start date: late fall 2025). Individuals from all backgrounds will be encouraged to apply, but we expect that those with a background in sports medicine, exercise physiology, kinesiology, or related fields will be most aligned with the position expectations and goals. Apply at https://vcujobs.com/jobs/research-assistant-for-musculoskeletal-research-project-mcv-main-campus-virginia-united-states

For more information, contact Alexandra Lempke, Ph.D., at alexandra.lempke@vcuhealth.org or visit https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://vcujobs.com/jobs/research-assistant-for-musculoskeletal-research-project-mcv-main-campus-virginia-united-states__;!!JqxBPMk!l1o_oLbzx5N5B3p7wDrP0t6vrwOusXWCFet_HNId0zc0bfQKKx8_BF8XSfGrYyYjgHkzPGJn9fTSF_tjqaNOumY$.

Stay connected to the many 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 http://www.hr.vcu.edu.

VCU's Department of Art Education presents Investigation Now, an eight-week program encompassing a range of contemporary art concepts and artmaking techniques for children 13-16 years old. Fall and Spring sessions will function as a two-part series following a cohesive theme. Throughout these sessions, students are encouraged to consider how and why artists make work and to relate those ideas to their artistic processes. The registration fee for all eight weeks is $180. Food and materials will be provided. The program takes place on Fridays from 5-8 p.m.; programming will be broken up into two sections beginning in late Fall and picking back up after Winter holidays. Sessions will be at the Franklin Terrace Building, 812-814 W. Franklin St. Class size is 20 students. An application for scholarships can be found in the registration form. Questions? View the group's Instagram or under the FAQ page at the following URL.

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

Are you up for a challenge? Choose your area of focus from one of the eight dimensions of wellness, such as physical, emotional, financial or social. For four weeks you will receive an email with activities selected by VCU Employee Health and VCU Well-being. Then learn about your resources and have some fun. Sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Employee Health at EHS@vcu.edu or (804) 628-2594 or visit http://go.vcu.edu/employeewellnesschallenge.

The VCU Office of Health Initiatives and the Humanities Research Center announce a new History and Health series - Rural Health. The eight online learning modules examine the challenges to providing health care in rural communities in the United States and the related upstream drivers of health. Modules are designed to take one to two hours to complete - complete four and you will earn a microcredential. Enroll at https://historyandhealth.catalog.vcu.edu/programs/ruralhealth

For more information, contact Logan Vetrovec at ohiconnect@vcu.edu or visit https://healthinitiatives.vcu.edu/history-and-health-program/learning-series/.

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.

The Research on Excessive, Persistent and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab at VCU is conducting a brain imaging study to understand decision-making processes in adults with anorexia nervosa. Participants will be compensated for taking part in this study.

For more information, contact REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2658 or visit https://tinyurl.com/25wnkh7z.