10:30 a.m.

The Department of Craft/Material Studies will present a Visiting Artist Lecture by Lauren Kalman in the theater of the VCU Student Commons Theater, 907 Floyd Ave. Kalman is a visual artist based in Detroit whose practice is rooted in contemporary craft, sculpture, video, photography and performance. Through performances using her body, her work investigates constructions of the ideal and the feminine and their impacts on self-image and identity, the politics of craft, and the built environment.

For more information, contact Emmy Garcia at garciaem2@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/lauren-kalman-visiting-artist-lecture/.

11 a.m.

The VCU Writing Center will host a workshop via Zoom. Read examples of strong, successful personal statements, as well as less successful ones to develop the tools you need to write your best statement. 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.

Join the Humanities Research Center for a virtual Meet VCU Authors talk with Olivia Landry, Chair of the Department of Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies and author of "Cinema of Crushing Motherhood." Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G3Ls-pkLTCesDgv_4SnMhA.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host a seminar via Zoom presented by Ph.D. student Nina Dashti-Gibson. The Wright Center's Discovery Dialogues Series is a regular event that bridges the divide between research, health care and the public. The events are open to all, and the research is presented in lay-friendly language. Questions: https://cctr.vcu.edu/ Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/n-SfsANkRFCLldbjLDPeuA.

3 p.m.

The Science Hub, VCU Writing Center and VCU Libraries will present An Introduction to AI Workshop in Room 201E, STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St. to learn how AI can be an innovative learning tool if used properly. A discussion led by VCU Libraries will follow. Register 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.

VCU Libraries opens Love Data Week (Monday, Feb. 9 through Friday, Feb. 13) with the official opening of the Data Visualization Wall in the lower level of James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., near The Workshop. The wall, an innovative way to display and communicate data, includes high-resolution screens and an area for researchers to present their data. After a brief ceremony, enjoy hot chocolate or coffee. Love Data Week is an international celebration of information in all its forms.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/current/ribbon-cutting-for-new-vcu-libraries-data-visualization-wall-kicks-off-love-data-week-2026.html.

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 at 1 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will host a workshop via Zoom. Learn the basics of AI and prompt crafting by developing effective strategies for understanding Large Language Models (LLMs). Register at the following URL.

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

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 from 10 a.m. to noon

This workshop equips youth development professionals and health service professionals with facilitative leadership techniques to build authentic, trusting relationships with youth. Participants will leave with a variety of ways to expand the opportunities for youth to express themselves and participate in two-way dialogue that feels safe and inclusive to promote reflection, critical thinking and stronger connection in both program and care settings. The session will be at the at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/iexcel/detail/230/1770735600000.

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

This self-love somatic yoga class, brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell, combines mind-body practices like stretching, meditation, tapping and breath work to foster a compassionate relationship with oneself. This class uses gentle movements and body awareness to release stress, soften self-judgment and cultivate inner trust and self-acceptance. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3ZaCdBH

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

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Participants will learn how to build a realistic budget, avoid common financial pitfalls and use money-saving strategies such as smart meal planning, leveraging campus resources and maximizing student discounts. Gain confidence and practical tools to reduce financial stress and support your success throughout grad school. This session will be facilitated by the VCU Financial Success Center. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hali Massey at dayberryhj@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1942895.

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Learn more about yourself and the way you love while diving into self-care activities at the Hub Club, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Join VCU Health Hub's community health worker Ivy Bell and Massey Cancer Center in this program dedicated to the best kind of love.

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

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 at 2 p.m.

Join the National Scholarship Office to learn about the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, which provides funding for recent graduates and graduate students to spend an academic year abroad pursuing an independent project or a year of postgraduate study, or teaching English. The session will be in person (701 W. Grace St., Room 1210) and via Zoom. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU National Scholarship Office at natlscholar@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6868 or visit https://forms.gle/j5JPAHwtWMxjiLFq9.

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

All faculty members are invited to the Annual General Faculty Meeting with VCU President Michael Rao, Ph.D. in the Court End Ballroom of the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. This in-person meeting will be hosted by the Faculty Senate and is intended for all faculty. Rao will make remarks and then take questions from faculty members. A Zoom option is available by request. Contact Kim Bridges at the following email address for the link. Refreshments will be provided and parking is available at the Eighth Street Parking Deck.

For more information, contact Kim Bridges at bridgeskm@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 at 9 a.m.

The Graduate School will host a virtual informational session for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars interested in learning more about the Center for the Integration of Research Teaching and Learning at VCU. This network of 40-plus institutions across the nation is committed to preparing the next generation of faculty members. Participants in the program have the opportunity to earn a digital badge and participate in workshops and professional development to learn best practices of teaching. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Erin Brown at embbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1943531.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 at 1 p.m.

VCU Libraries' series on Research and AI continues. César Zamudio, Ph.D., associate professor of marketing and adjunct professor in creative brand management at the VCU Brandcenter, will discuss how generative AI is used to develop advertisements and the business, marketing and ethical implications of synthetic ads. The session will be in Room 205, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at https://vcu.libcal.com/calendar/workshops/AI2026February

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2025-2026/ai-in-research.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Join the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research for the next installment of the Research Impact Seminar Series. Melissa Throckmorton, MPA, Director of Research Development at VCU, will serve as a guide through the essential process of defining impact goals and crafting a compelling research impact statement. With over 18 years of experience in proposal development and funding strategies, Throckmorton provides a practical road map for being intentional about your project's long-term influence. This series runs through May, equipping researchers with a tool kit to articulate the value of their work, connect with diverse audiences and ensure their discoveries make a lasting impact. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Andrea Molzhon at Andrea.Molzhon@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Z4X2bSZJSfSYuWkrGuY6sw#/registration.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Global Education Office has opened a call for proposals for the 2026-27 Global Impact Awards and a call for nominations for the Global Initiatives Leadership Awards. An information session will be held in person and virtually at 912 W. Grace St., Room 3124. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nicol Tinsley at nctinsley@vcu.edu or visit https://global.vcu.edu/outreach/facultydevelopment/global-impact-awards/.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 at noon

VCU’s Nicholas E. Johnson, M.D., an associate professor, division chief of neuromuscular and vice chair of research in the Department of Neurology, will speak on "The Intersection Between the Muscular Dystrophies and the Liver." His laboratory focuses on identifying the pathogenesis of myotonic dystrophy, the limb girdle muscular dystrophies and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy and identifying appropriate clinical endpoints for these conditions. The seminar will be in the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), Room 7-101, 1201 E. Marshall St. Register at https://bit.ly/3Mzzi21

For more information, contact Chantay Harris at Chantay.Harris@vcuhealth.org or visit https://liverinstitute.medschool.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

In order to manage today’s extremely challenging situations, we need to believe in ourselves so we can be at our best. This seminar, brought to you by VCU HR and Anthem EAP, will outline why confidence is so important and how to continue feeling strong and empowered. We will have an interactive, engaging conversation that will help you feel more confident both at work and at home. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3YMVR6v

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 at 2 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will host a workshop via Zoom. Develop the tools necessary to professionally communicate in a positive, skillful and confident manner. Register at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 at 3 p.m.

The Emerging Researchers Academy and VCU Writing Center will present a workshop via Zoom. Learn to feel more comfortable when you begin a research project and develop a clear, focused and complex research question. Register at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Join a post-game analysis of the production of some of the nation’s most-watched commercials, with Alyson Gaiser, visiting professor of practice at VCU Brandcenter, group strategy director at AKQA, and a strategist on past Super Bowl ads. Tickets are $13.50 in advance, $17 at the door ($15 with student ID) plus processing fees. The event will be at Triple Crossing Fulton, 5203 Hatcher St.

For more information, contact Sarah Moore at mooresw4@vcu.edu or visit https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/richmond-bowl-ads.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU's School of Education will host educators and students from around the world at the third annual International Joint Research Symposium – Innovation in Education: Preparing Educators for the Future in Global Contexts. The virtual event will be held Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 12 from 8-10 a.m. Register at https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/SnRG3onbRNWuscd5OSC4uw

For more information, contact Nichole Dorton at nldorton@vcu.edu or (804) 827-9331.

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.

Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 at noon

VCU's School of Business will host an informational webinar to explore how the 16-month Master of Decision Analytics Weekend Program can elevate your career. Learn about the interactive 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 Rachel Kaeser at rekaeser@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/82713486401.

Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 at 5 p.m.

Join the Department of Health Administration to learn about graduate programs in health administration (MHA and MSHA) during a virtual informational session. RSVP to the following URL to receive the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/oooKzdjSDqDxrrYh7.

Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Are we living up to the promise of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of American democracy – or are we falling short? Join a panel of VCU faculty in the College of Humanities and Sciences as they discuss the biggest questions facing our democracy right now. From voting rights to political polarization, from social media chaos to the power of protest – this is your chance to hear experts debate what is happening right now and what comes next. The discussion will be in Room 202, STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alexis Finc at alfinc@vcu.edu or visit https://chs.vcu.edu/250-celebration/.

Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 at 1 p.m.

Learn about the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs graduate programs and how they can help advance your career and professional goals. Questions: Contact wsrecruit@vcu.edu. Register for the cirtual session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at losapior@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0364 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/gK2JGDkdT4OOMJsHJkadSA.

Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Cup of Kindness is a two-hour, open-invitation program with a mindfulness and stress management activity, followed by warm beverages and social time. The event will be at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A.

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

Monday, Feb. 16, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Participants will gain a basic understanding of intercultural agility and communication skills by considering how their own cultural experiences and values impact their intercultural agility practices. Upon completion of this training, participants will attain a micro-credential digital badge. The session, at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St., will be facilitated by Kelly Richard, VCU Global Education Office. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeo5CxUFe9GXfNMXsBurHESIqeo68UBv_DoSpDgN_5aQeppWg/viewform.

Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Interested in a career in advertising, marketing or branding? Learn about the Brandcenter's graduate program in which you can earn a master’s, build a professional portfolio and stand out to recruiters. The session will also be joined by current second-year students from every concentration (art direction, copywriting, creative brand management and strategy) who spent last summer interning for teams at such companies as Amazon, Callen, Ammunition and Leo. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emma Barone at brandcenter@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/info-session-feb-2026?utm_source=TelegRam.

Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join the Division of Community Engagement for an evening of networking, collaboration and connection. The goal of the event is to bring together members of the VCU community and Richmond partners in a relaxed setting to strengthen relationships and spark new ideas. The event will be at Casa Del Barco – Canal Walk, 320 S. 12th St.

For more information, contact Alliannah Hamilton at hamiltonae@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/vcudce/detail/160/1771540200000.

Friday, Feb. 20, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

How will AI reshape your field — and how can VCU lead that transformation? Join colleagues for a day of interactive, cross-disciplinary panels and hands-on breakout sessions as VCU Enterprise Convergence Labs hosts its inaugural workshop, designed to move AI from concept to impact. Participants will have the opportunity to forge strategic partnerships within VCU and beyond, shape the future of AI skills in individual disciplines and to learn about relevant AI resources and opportunities available through the Provost’s Office and the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation. Bring ideas, find collaborators and accelerate VCU’s AI future. The event will be in the Richmond Salons, VCU University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tim Luckritz Marquis at tluckritzmarq@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/aiworkshopvcu.

Monday, Feb. 23, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Do you junk journal?! Scrapbook? Vision board? Join VCU Education Abroad in celebrating Study Abroad Day by scrapbooking your travel mementos. Glue sticks, paper and stickers will be provided, but bring any photos, or paper/scrapbook-able mementos (think ticket stubs, receipts, boarding passes) of your travels and craft with us. The session will be on the third floor, 912 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5974 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/eduabroad/rsvp_boot?id=1944551.

Thursday, Mar. 5, 2026 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

This virtual panel will feature five tenured faculty members who will share how they have leveraged community-engaged teaching, research and partnerships into peer-recognized scholarship. The session will include small breakout conversations in which those who attend can learn from one another and share experiences. The event will be hosted by VCU's Division of Community Engagement in partnership with Faculty Affairs in the Office of the Provost.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMmr86AExgSwx3alK90cfJUEekl6kcxc4pApl-OF_bqmnwVw/viewform?usp=header.

Friday, Mar. 20, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

VCU student employees and supervisors are invited to attend the second annual VCU Work+ Mini-Conference. This event, sponsored by VCU Work+ and the VCU Student Employment Action Team and Advisory Group, will bring together up to 130 student staff members (working learners) and supervisors for a shared training and networking opportunity. Focus areas for skill development include leadership, communication, supervision and professional development. Register by Wednesday, March 4 at the following URL for location and additional details.

For more information, contact Samara Reynolds at sreynolds4@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/mLCdEhT59tX6tiur7.

Monday, Mar. 23, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Grace E. Harris Leadership Development Institute’s Experienced Supervisors Institute is open for registration. This three-day course will help participants build the necessary competencies to move beyond the role of a managing supervisor and become an influential leader. The institute focuses on advanced supervision tools/tips and an introspective look at what it takes to succeed in challenging climates. The course will be held at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Victoria Carter-Johnston at carterjohnsva@vcu.edu or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/trainings-and-institutes/experienced-supervisors-institute-esi/.

Friday, Mar. 27, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The East Coast Asian American Student Union (ECAASU) x Triangle-Area Asian American Student Conference (TAASCON) will host the 2026 ECAASU Conference from March 27-29 at Duke University in Durham, N.C. The East Coast Asian American Student Union is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to inspire, educate and empower those interested in Asian and Asian American (A/A) issues. Run solely by student volunteers, the group's advocacy work is conducted through outreach to A/A students and organizations across the country and educating individuals on becoming agents of change through the programs the groups hold throughout the year. Questions: email Jaz Sisouvong at the following email address or jazmine.sisouvong@ecaasu.org

For more information, contact Jaz Sisouvong at sisouvongj@vcu.edu or visit https://ecaasu.org/.

Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The 20th annual Women's Health Research Day, a celebration and promotion of research activities in women’s health at VCU, will be presented by the Institute for Women's Health. This year’s symposium, “Midlife Matters: Integrating Menopause Research, Innovation and Impact,” will be followed by a poster session and reception from 3-4:30 p.m. in the the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Abstract submissions are welcome from all fields that incorporate elements of women’s health and/or sex and gender differences. Awards will be presented for outstanding posters in Basic Science, Clinical/Translational Science and Community Science, as well as monetary awards for the Early Career Investigator Award and the Building Bridges in Interdisciplinary Women’s Health Research Award. Submit an abstract at the following URL.

For more information, contact Molly Hyer at molly.hyer@vcuhealth.org or visit https://womenshealth.vcu.edu/research/womens-health-research-day-2026/.

VCU Emergency Management will conduct a full test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at noon. This test includes activation of outdoor sirens on both Monroe Park and MCV campuses and Alertus boxes and signage across both campuses. VCU Alert subscribers will receive a text message and email 10 minutes before, at the beginning of and at the conclusion of the tests. For more information, visit alert.vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Jake Burns at burnsjh2@vcu.edu or visit https://police.vcu.edu/emergency-management/.

Calling all first-generation college students. The deadline to apply to become a You First Peer Mentor for Fall 2026 is today, Monday, Feb. 9. Learn more and apply at https://bit.ly/2026mentorinfo

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus, Ph.D., at bambacuses@vcu.edu or visit https://youfirst.vcu.edu/students/programs-and-initiatives/you-first-mentoring-program/.

The Workshop's Research Communication Series will encompass data alongside visual design and dissemination strategies. The workshops center around how data can be communicated engagingly to audiences in a rapidly changing world of informatics. Sessions will be Feb. 10-12 (Tuesday-Thursday) at noon via Zoom.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/current/ribbon-cutting-for-new-vcu-libraries-data-visualization-wall-kicks-off-love-data-week-2026.html.

The Graduate Research Symposium is accepting abstracts. Graduate students in all fields are welcome to network with other researchers, present your work to the VCU community, get professional development and receive a presentation of your research badge. Submit an abstract by Tuesday, March 10 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ronald Byamungu at ronaldb@vcu.edu or visit https://graduate.vcu.edu/current-students/professional-development/graduate-research-symposium/.

Nominations for the 2026 PACME awards are now open. Members of the VCU and VCU Health community are invited to nominate and recognize a deserving individual or organization at VCU for the PACME award. The awards will be presented on Monday, April 13 in the VCU Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms, 907 Floyd Ave. Nominations should be submitted by Monday, March 2 at the folllowing URL.

For more information, contact Office of the President at president@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9_qJj8nmj7_rL7O7pz3SiN7QKY8pJfQooXo83Svi0qHVqsQ/viewform.

Join the VCU Institute for Women’s Health and Highland Support Project to spend a week in partnership with indigenous midwives and community leaders learning about traditional Maya medicine. Explore the history of health care and healing in Guatemala by learning about traditional medicine and midwifery practices. The cost is $1,900 (plus air fare). Questions: Contact Andrea Reed at agreed@vcu.edu or Heather Ashton at the following email address. Apply at the following URL by Sunday, Feb. 15

For more information, contact Heather Ashton at heather.ashton@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11474.

Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center at VCU invites applications for a full-time, National Cancer Institute–funded T32 pre- and postdoctoral research fellowship in the Cancer Prevention and Control Training Program. Positions are available for immediate start. The CPC T32 training program prepares fellows from diverse biomedical, clinical and public health backgrounds for successful careers as independent researchers in cancer prevention and control. Consistent with NIH T32 training goals, the program emphasizes rigorous, multidisciplinary research, community engagement, social and policy determinants of cancer and development across the cancer continuum. See eligibility requirements and apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shania Smaw at smawsj@vcu.edu or (804) 873-1016 or visit https://www.masseycancercenter.org/education-and-training/postdoctoral-fellowship-programs/fellowship-in-cancer-prevention-and-control/.

Shafer Court Dining Center, 810 Cathedral Place, will offer special events in February. They include National Pizza Day (today, Monday, Feb. 9: 11 a.m.-close); Valentine’s Day Pop-Up (Thursday, Feb. 12: 4-6 p.m.); Sweet Your Heart Out and National Tortellini Day (Friday, Feb. 13: 11 a.m.-close); Mardi Gras (Monday, Feb. 16-Friday, Feb. 20: 11 a.m.-close); Game Night (Thursday, Feb. 19: 5:30-7:30 p.m.); and National Pancake Day (Monday, Feb. 23: open-close). For more 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.

The Science Hub will present a series of Study Buddy Socials through Wednesday Feb. 11, in Room 201E, STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St. Are you interested in meeting students in your class? Curious about forming a study group but don't know where to start? Kick off the semester by connecting with your peers, learning study skills and forming a study group in your STEM courses. Register to learn the full Study Buddy Social schedule at https://forms.gle/yZBujPagfR7hqHMKA

For more information, contact Sunauz Moezzi at moezzis@vcu.edu or (571) 223-9390 or visit https://clc.vcu.edu/science-hub/.

Help Suit Yourself Closet prepare for its 10th anniversary celebration by donating new or gently used professional clothing through Friday, Feb. 27. Designated donation boxes are located across campus – scan the QR code on event flyers for the organization's partners and box locations. The Suit Yourself Closet of VCU Career Services offers free, gently used career/professional/workplace clothing to VCU students.

For more information, contact Suit Yourself Closet at suityourself@vcu.edu.

Technology Services provides guidance on the use of VCU-approved Generative AI tools on its website at https://cio.ts.vcu.edu/ai/ This site identifies VCU's new AI policy, "Acceptable Use of Generative AI Technology," as well as approved tools and data security requirements. The site also contains AI Literacy resources and the AI and Emerging Tech Blog. These resources are under continuous development as AI technologies evolve.

For more information, contact Peyton Burgess, Ph.D. at emergingtech@vcu.edu or visit https://cio.ts.vcu.edu/ai/.

Redefining BMI is a research study at the VCU School of Public Health. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of two programs to help manage their weight by making changes to eating and physical activity. Both programs involve attending virtual group-based sessions led by a trained lifestyle coach over the course of 12 months. This study also asks participants to attend in-person data collection visits before beginning the program, and then again at four, eight and 12 months after beginning the program. Visit www.RedefiningBMI.com to learn more and take a quick survey if you may be eligible.

For more information, contact Redefining BMI at bmiproject@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5362 or visit https://www.redefiningbmi.com.