1 p.m.

Interested in study abroad? VCU's Global Education Office and the Dept. of Focused Inquiry will host an opportunity to study on site in Santiago and Valparaiso, Chile, over spring break. The trip will focus on the relationship between art, politics and social change. Apply by Monday, Dec. 1 at https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11753 Informational sessions will be held on either Tuesday, Nov. 11, 1-2 p.m. (via Zoom, https://vcu.zoom.us/j/89032803175) or Monday, Nov. 17, 12-1 p.m. (in person, 5116 Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. in the Broad Street Room).

For more information, contact Hilary Levinson at hlevinson@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11753.

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.

Explore a unique example of using technology in the workplace as part of a learning series for student staff. In this session at 911 W. Grace St. led by Bernard Means, associate professor of Anthropology and ddirector of the Virtual Curation Laboratory, you'll learn about a VCU workplace that is making a positive contribution through technology: documenting and sharing our community heritage through accessible 3-D scanning applications and through 3-D printing. Register at the following URL.

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

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 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/.

Monday, Nov. 17, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

This webinar, hosted by the Graduate School's Office of Professional Development, provides graduate students with essential skills for navigating the globalized academic and professional world. Those who attend will learn to identify common barriers in cross-cultural interactions, such as differing communication styles and assumptions. Participants will gain practical strategies to improve understanding, reduce conflict and build stronger, more collaborative relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hali Massey at gradprofdev@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1942496.

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 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.

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$.

Come to Shafer Court Dining Center, 810 Cathedral Place, for a number of special events. They include National Sundae Day (Nov. 11: 11 a.m.-close); Midnight Breakfast (Nov. 12, 8 p.m.-midnight; National Chicken Nugget Day (Nov. 13: 11 a.m.-close); Ramsgiving and Apple Cider Day (Nov. 18, 11 a.m.-close) and Foodie Favs (Nov. 20: 11 a.m.-close). For more information and menus, visit vcu.mydininghub.com.

For more information, contact Margaret Massie at dining@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit https://vcu.mydininghub.com/.

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/.

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.

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.

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.