10 a.m.

In this virtual informational session and workshop, the discussion will include the services provided by the VCU Writing Center and help you build confidence in your writing by breaking down the process into manageable chunks. Register at the following URL.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Division of Community Engagement invites faculty interested in community-engaged research to register for an informational session on the Academic-Community Planning Grants. Learn how this opportunity supports meaningful partnerships with community collaborators, advances engaged scholarship and ask questions about applying. Register at the following URL. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/88414126359

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@gmail.com or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLzZXtKj_d9uSPq3KXK5HTyW1gFrS37Mrye6TdRbEl3O1ktQ/viewform?usp=header.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The VCU Financial Success Center by VACU will hold a virtual workshop for student housing tips. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Eva Waldron at waldroneb@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=6215f82c-2c97-4b67-96f3-ee05f106afd9&utm_source=telegram.

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 at 1 p.m.

This monthly informal lecture series is geared for predoctoral and postdoctoral fellows and others interested in alcohol research. It is sponsored by the VCU Alcohol Research Center and will be held monthly on Wednesdays. Lectures will be 30-50 minutes. Year 1 will be an introduction to the field of alcohol research. The stand-alone lectures will focus on the human disease of alcoholism and will briefly introduce animal models. The lecture will be in Rooms 1009-1011, Molecular Medicine Research Building (MMRB), 1220 E. Broad St.

For more information, contact Jennifer Wolstenholme at jennifer.wolstenholme@vcuhealth.org or (804) 363-4007.

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Looking for a group that offers participants the space to connect with others, nature and improve your health? Look no further. The Health Hub will host Wednesday Walks in Church Hill, which will begin and end at the Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Each walk will highlight different parts of the neighborhood.

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

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU's Department of Focused Inquiry and the Global Education Office will host an informational session about a trip to Christ's College, University of Cambridge, to study place, culture and communication. The trip will be Sunday, July 19-Wednesday, Aug. 5. The informational session will be held in Room 5116, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. Questions: Contact Michaux Dempster at the following email address, Meriah Crawford (crawfordml@vcu.edu) or Alex Heyden (levya@vcu.edu). Visit the following URL for information about financial aid and scholarships.

For more information, contact Michaux Dempster at dempsterm@vcu.edu or (804) 387-3981 or visit https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11672.

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Alpha Phi Omega will host this virtual SpongeBob SquarePants–themed rush event as part of the organization's week of socials and service. Do you have what it takes to work at the Krusty Krab? Put your skills to the test and connect with the brothers. Participants are asked to download "Roblox" beforehand. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/88173591861

For more information, contact Emerson Hernandez-Barahona at hernandezbea@vcu.edu or (703) 581-8161 or visit https://www.instagram.com/apo_adi/.

Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 from 9 a.m. to noon

Free kidney health screening event with simple tests and education. Learn about kidney health and connect with resources to support your well-being. The event will be at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A, and will be hosted by VCU Health's Kidney Awareness Risk Screening and Education.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at 25th at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Sit in on a panel discussion featuring the diverse mentoring initiatives across VCU, at which campus leaders and participants will share how these programs drive success for both students and faculty. This event is being co-hosted by the Graduate School, Alumni Relations and You First. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hali Massey at dayberryhj@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1943326.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Register for the VCU School of Social Work’s summer study abroad program in South Korea, May 26–June 6 (SLWK 391 and SLWK 770: Korea in Transition, 3 credits). Open to students of all majors, with a $2,000 scholarship available. Students will experience an immersive journey exploring Korean society, culture and emerging social issues through on-site visits, lectures and hands-on learning. Informational sessions will be on Thursday, Jan. 29, and Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. (Academic Learning Commons, Room 3100, 1000 Floyd Ave.); Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m (online). Learn more and apply: https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11759. Questions? Contact Youngmi Kim at ykim@vcu.edu or Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Youngmi Kim, Ph.D., at ykim@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11759.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 at 7 p.m.

Pianist Magdalena Adamek, doctor of music, will present an evening celebrating Polish piano music, performed alongside young promising guest artists. The program explores both tradition and experimentation, featuring works by Chopin, Bacewicz, Szymanowski, Zarębski and others.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ The performance will take place in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Tickets are $5 for VCU students and $14 for the general public. VCU Music students attend for free. Tickets: arts.vcu.edu/music-tickets

For more information, contact Natalie Hale at halene@vcu.edu.

Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St., VCU invites all local K–12 educators to a creative evening for educators to connect with peers, enjoy ICA exhibitions and be appreciated for their work. Teachers of all disciplines are welcome. Complimentary snacks and a cash bar will be provided.

For more information, contact Julia Park at parkjs8@vcu.edu or (804) 921-2282 or visit http://www.icavcu.org/.

Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Alpha Phi Omega is a gender-inclusive service org focusing on developing leadership, promoting friendship and providing service to humanity. Interested in becoming a brother? You're invited to attend the group's induction ceremony. Pledges have opportunity to attend various service events, socials and retreats within the brotherhood. Upon successful completion of all requirements, pledges are initiated brothers of APO. Please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early, dressed in business causal attire. The event will be in Room 203, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Emerson Hernandez-Barahona at hernandezbea@vcu.edu or (703) 581-8161 or visit https://www.instagram.com/apo_adi/.

Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Do you receive a Pell grant? Are you interested in studying abroad? Join VCU Global Learning at its bi-annual Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Writing Workshop. This workshop will cover award eligibility (this award is for Pell grant recipients only), application requirements, essay tips and tricks and study abroad options at VCU. This workshop is designed to help maximize your chances of receiving this nationally competitive scholarship. The workshop will be in the SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., or onlilne. Register 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=1943004.

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 from noon to 3 p.m.

Connect with organizations looking to hire VCU students for internships (summer and fall), as well as full-time and part-time jobs. This fair will feature employers from government, public services, human services and social assistance industries. It will be held in the Richmond Salons on the second floor of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Tay Knighting at knightingta@vcu.edu or visit https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/629f0dcb-0e0d-44ab-85bf-7fcae9714ff6/student_preview.

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Job opportunities for people with gerontology education are growing in policy, advocacy and community-based service provision. In the United States alone, there are 56 State Units on Aging in all 50 states and 622 Area Agencies on Aging that employ over 34,000 individuals. Learn how you can become involved in this growing career field. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2u-DNdpFTPKUfJTr5lTfPQ#/registration

For more information, contact Kim Ivey at ksivey@vcu.edu or visit https://gerontology.chp.vcu.edu/programs/information-sessions/.

Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 from 10 a.m. to noon

Are you a new faculty member, just getting started with research at VCU School of Medicine or have questions about research at VCU? If so, the Research Roundtables event has been designed especially for you. Engage with research support units across the university and within the School of Medicine and have your questions answered from OVPRI, IRB, IACUC, Tech Transfer, the Wright Center, SOM research support and more. The roundtable will be in the the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), 8-200A/205B, 1201 E. Marshall St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at hedstromj@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/14616752.

Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Interested in community-engaged research and building equitable partnerships? Join the Community Engagement Research Series to examine the role of funders in community-engaged research – from project design to partnership development. The next session, to be held via Zoom, will feature speakers Frannie Noble, Suzannah Stora and Ariana Bracalente. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBI298g_D1yH9kSCp9dXnwcq1zU54RPx3-xDXiox8421G2iw/viewform?usp=header.

Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Graduate School, in collaboration with the Graduate Students Association, will present the Graduate Research Symposium in the Commonwealth Ballrooms of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. This is a chance for all graduate students to share their research with the VCU community and stand a chance to win big prizes. Submit an abstract by Tuesday, March 10 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ron Byamungu at ronaldb@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey1DT1jGuAZEGXdnncAvU4MaavggUvtiKSder_7Mjt4LsuxQ/viewform?pli=1&fbzx=2156570649613814466.

Due to the inclement weather, the VCU Globe Speaker Series lecture featuring Arturo Saavedra, Ph.D., scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27, has been canceled and will be rescheduled for a date later this semester.

For more information, contact Nicol Tinsley at nctinsley@vcu.edu or (804) 426-8053.

This class is for currently certified lifeguarding instructors and instructor trainers seeking recertification. Participants must have a current Red Cross LGI or LGIT certification. Proof of certification must be provided to the instructor prior to participation in the class.The course will be held March 22. Please email a copy of your certificate to aquatics@vcu.edu for verification.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=20b3d468-0e70-4e4d-bffa-66c24885b74a.

Alpha Phi Omega is a gender-inclusive service organization focusing on developing leadership, promoting friendship and providing service to humanity. Alpha Phi Omega will have SpongeBob SquarePants-themed events through Friday, Jan. 30. Questions: Follow the group's Instagram @apo_adi (linked website) and join the GroupMe linked in the bio.

For more information, contact Emerson Hernandez-Barahona at hernandezbea@vcu.edu or (703) 581-8161 or visit https://www.instagram.com/apo_adi/.

VCU Work+ and the Student Employment Action Team and Advisory Group are accepting nominations for VCU’s 2026 Student Employee of the Year Award, recognizing some of the 3,000-plus student staff. Submissions will be accepted at the following URL until Friday, Jan. 30 at 5 p.m. Nominators can be staff, faculty or student coworkers. All student employees nominated will receive a digital certificate of recognition. The top nominees will be submitted at the national level with the chance to win up to $600, and the overall winner will be announced during National Student Employment Week, April 13-17.

For more information, contact Aimee Selleck at selleckap@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/VCUSEOTY2026.

VCU has a career fair coming up on Wednesday, Feb. 4. Learn more about how to register, questions to ask employers, or update your résumé. Stop by the VCU Career Services Office in the University Student Commons, Room 143, 907 Floyd Ave. During drop-in hours. A Peer Career Adviser will be available to answer questions (no appointment needed) weekly Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

For more information, contact Ashley Worthington at worthingtonar@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/about/contact-us/.

This is an open call for all faculty/staff/students interested in reading for the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award. The award honors a debut novel written during the preceding calendar year. Your help is needed to read and review submissions. Get your hands on new and exciting work and contribute your voice to the judging process. Reviews are submitted via Google Survey/ The final deadline for submitting reviews is Sunday, March 15. Questions: Email cabellfn@vcu.edu

For more information, contact Hana Rehman at cabellfn@vcu.edu or visit https://firstnovelist.vcu.edu/.

Are you creative? Passionate about design? Ready to leave your mark on VCU? ConnectED, VCU’s General Education program, is hosting a contest to design a fresh new visual identity. Complete and submit an entry by Friday, March 27 via the form at the following URL.

For more information, contact ConnectED Faculty Directors at gened@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOLjGvPwYGxLcQyYkHkarpL6u6w9AlIjzWlSkLmQ9gyphpUw/viewform.

Ever wondered why the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest in the world? This summer, you can experience it firsthand - in Italy. This study abroad course will focus on how food, culture and science come together to promote health and longevity. You’ll have the opportunity to 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. The application deadline is Sunday, Feb. 15.

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.

Apply to this semester's Bridging Service Fellowship (BSF) – cohosted by Hillel and the Pace Center. BSF brings a small interfaith cohort of students together to foster belonging and connection across differences. Fellows build relationships, deepen dialogue and service skills and create shared impact on campus and in the broader community. Students who complete the eight-week program will receive a $500 stipend. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sheri Rodman at info@hillelatvcu.org or visit https://www.hillelatvcu.org/internships.

Apply to be a part of Hillel's Shabbat Hosting Lab this semester. The program allows students to dive deep into the history and practice of Shabbat, how to become a Shabbat host and grow together with a cohort of other Jewish students. Students who complete the program will receive a $200 stipend. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sheri Rodman at info@hillelatvcu.org or visit https://www.hillelatvcu.org/internships.

This research study is inviting individuals between the ages of 20 and 24 with poor sleep quality. The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of aerobic and resistance exercise on cardiovascular responses and vascular inflammation. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences. For more information, contact The KHS Healthy Heart Lab at healthyheart@vcu.edu

For more information, contact Garrett Oehlert at healthyheart@vcu.edu.