12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Hub Club: A Mental Wellness Circle holds meetings on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 1339 N. 25th St., Suite A. March 10: Set Your Mental Health Goals. This meeting is in collaboration with Massey Cancer and Comprehensive Center.

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

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Ready to turn your creativity into a career? Whether you dream of crafting big ideas or leading brands, Brandcenter is where it all begins. Register and join on Zoom for an informationnal session to learn more about the Brandcenter at VCU, which combines the best of portfolio schools with the best of academic programs. Brandcenter's in-person open house allows prospective students to tour the center's spaces and classrooms, meet the world-class faculty and speak with current students about life at the Brandcenter and recent projects. Register at https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/info-session-march-2026?utm_source=TelegRam

For more information, contact Emma Barone at baronee2@vcu.edu or visit https://brandcenter.vcu.edu.

9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Free kidney health screening event with simple tests and education at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Learn about kidney health and connect with resources to support your well-being.

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

Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026 at 11 a.m.

The Academic Internship Office wants to partner with you to build and increase academic internship opportunities within our campus community. Join one of the upcoming webinars to learn more. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cameron Carter at ccarter4@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w35uSCA5Y_ftTfKrZ6km4Zp0kB0_SBL4RuSIgi73FRc/edit?tab=t.muh84tbfhuer.

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

Looking for a group that provides you the space to connect with others, nature and improve your health? The Health Hub hosts walks in Church Hill each Wednesday. Walks begin and end at the Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Each walk goes through a different part of the neighborhood.

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

Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2026 from 8 a.m. to noon

VCU Police will conduct a training exercise Wednesday, March 11. Community members may see an increased presence of law enforcement officers at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St., during this time related to the training. VCU Police will remain fully staffed during the exercise. Community members can always call (804) 828-1234 (emergency) or (804) 828-1196 (non-emergency) to reach VCU Police 24/7.

For more information, contact Jake Burns at burnsjh2@vcu.edu or visit https://alert.vcu.edu/.

Thursday, Mar. 12, 2026 at noon

You are invited to the next session in the Division of Community Engagement’s Community Engaged Research Series, which will highlight inclusive and disability-affirming approaches to research with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. See the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPNzwbLujL7y2EhhfqAgEMaMLgPWQJhV0LZMU9mtc9LswazA/viewform?usp=header.

Thursday, Mar. 12, 2026 at 3 p.m.

Join the VCU Staff Senate for the presentation of the annual staff awards for excellence. Recognize this year's nominees and celebrate the winners in each of the five award categories. The event will be held in the Commonwealth Ballroom of the VCU Student Commons 907 Floyd Ave. Questions: Visit https://staffsenate.vcu.edu/initiatives/awards-for-excellence/ RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Staff Senate at staffsenate@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmYd_zmPFBIr031gEuHKNgCkfrbUFXVtjptNd6YJ_Li0z7OA/viewform.

Thursday, Mar. 12, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Richmond Youth Development Network at the Mary and Frances Youth Center in the Division of Community Engagement will host a professional skill building day at the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Richmond Teen Center, 1830 Creighton Road. The session is open to professionals in youth services, health, education and more. The event will feature interactive workshops on bio writing, social media networking, AI-powered writing tools, plus free professional headshots and opportunities to connect with Richmond leaders. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vaughn Garland at garlandvw@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYx8mfxLG6wUyK-siC3MUkp4T189EIKwxvW4tMnnBrjwaHVw/viewform.

Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026 at 2 p.m.

Join VCU HR for this informational session presented by our representative from Social Security. In this workshop you will learn answers to questions such as: When are you eligible to receive benefits? How does early retirement affect your benefits? How do you get the most from your benefits? And more. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/46rNPUQ

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/employee-events/.

Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join the VCU Financial Success Center this St. Patrick's Day for a virtual workshop. Break down financial aid, summer internship opportunities, budgeting strategies and employer benefits to help make the most of every dollar. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Orley Estrada at estradaod@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=149e9ccb-a729-473a-9dc4-1c4c9daa2aa1&utm_source=telegram.

Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026 at noon

Menopause is a natural life stage that can bring physical, emotional and lifestyle changes. In this virtual introductory session brought to you by VCU and Employee Health, a nurse will provide an overview of menopause, including what to expect, common symptoms and how hormonal changes may impact overall well-being, helping participants build knowledge and confidence as they navigate this transition. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/40AGVsN

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

Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026 at 7 p.m.

Learn and practice how to respond to airway obstruction emergencies through an interactive simulation using Play-Doh models and EMT techniques. The session will be in the Multipuirpose Room of the Honors College, 701 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Saniya Chethan at saniya.chethan@gmail.com.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

Join this informational session to learn how service-learning enhances student learning through real-world experience, supports faculty with high-impact teaching and community partnerships and creates meaningful, reciprocal service that benefits the community. Participants will explore available resources, course options and designations, and easy ways to become involved in service-learning and experiential education across the institution. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Antonio Harris at harrisad6@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/fnkgEiYh4zbDvcYz6.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2026 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Do you have questions about jobs and internships, or what the Career Services office has to offer? Come chat with the Peer Career Advisers (PCAs) at the Honors College. PCAs will be tabling and ready to answer your questions or direct you to helpful resources. You can also ask about the VCU Internship Funding Program, which provides undergraduate students with up to $5,000 in funding to support summer internships. The event will be in the lobby of the Honors College, 701 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Ashley Worthington at worthingtonar@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/resources/internshipfundingprogram/.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU faculty and staff are invited to participate in the Day of Service – a universitywide opportunity to partner with local organizations and support meaningful work across the greater Richmond region. Join colleagues in strengthening community partnerships while contributing to shared impact beyond campus. Employees are encouraged to use their allotted community service hours to participate. Sign up for a service project at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alliannah Hamilton at hamiltonae@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/events/dayofservice/.

Saturday, Mar. 21, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.

VCU is hosting its third annual Campus Walk in Park Plaza. Community members are encouraged to register online for the walk or donate at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lynne Foreman, M.D., at lforeman2@vcu.edu or visit https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/VCU.

Wednesday, Mar. 25, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Do you value learning that is engaging and meaningful for your students? Do you have experience with or an interest in experiential learning and high-impact teaching practices? Join VCU's Transformative Learning for an interactive workshop designed for instructors at all levels and across disciplines. You will be introduced to experiential learning concepts and other high-impact teaching practices you can use right away. You’ll explore how to “make it real” through hands-on learning and critical reflection, and leave with practical tools, examples and materials to support student success. The workshop will be held on the fourth floor, Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave. RSVP by Friday, March 20 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Antonio Harris at harrisad6@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/ivJxqavi9DbNWWvb9.

Thursday, Mar. 26, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Institute for Transformative Leadership is gathering a community of VCU's most passionate leaders — friends, partners and champions — to co-create a more connected, collaborative leadership experience. Come to the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St., for high-level dialogue with university leaders, engage in thought-provoking breakout sessions and build lasting connections during our networking reception. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jen Bredehoft at ITL@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/itlsummit2026.

Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU faculty are invited to participate in a live-streamed presentation by Leo Lo, Dean of Libraries and Adviser for AI Literacy at the University of Virginia. Titled “AI Literacy: Teaching and Assessment in a GenAI World,” the online session will take place in commUNity and examine pedagogical approaches and assessment strategies in the context of generative AI. A moderated Q&A will follow. Prior to the event, faculty members need to join commUNity to participate in the discussion. Join at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ginny Thompson at vthompson5@vcu.edu or visit https://ledstudio.vcu.edu/who-we-are/community/.

Faculty and staff should order rental regalia by Friday, April 3. You will receive an email when your order is ready for pickup. Contact your campus Barnes & Noble @ VCU manager with any special or late requests. Limited sizes will be available in-store. Begin your order by filling out the form at the following URL.

For more information, contact tvallario@bncollege.com at tvallario@bncollege.com or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYG1jlxThkoaJJ8IaJ7-jywx_Zjr4AYgK2ngWvDkeC4zanjA/viewform?usp=publish-editor.

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. Then 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 http://go.vcu.edu/employeewellnesschallenge

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

Send in your abstracts by the deadline of Tuesday, March 10. All students and faculty are reminded by the Graduate School and Graduate Students Association to send in their abstracts for the Graduate Research Symposium, scheduled for Wednesday, April 22. Develop your poster presenting skills, obtain a presentation badge and share your findings with the VCU community. See the schedule at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ronald Byamungu at ronaldb@vcu.edu or (804) 779-5186 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSey1DT1jGuAZEGXdnncAvU4MaavggUvtiKSder_7Mjt4LsuxQ/viewform.

The Research on Excessive, Persistent and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab at VCU is conducting a brain imaging study to understand how decision making differs between adults with anorexia nervosa, obsessive-compulsive disorder and no history of a psychological disorder. Participants will be compensated for participating in the study. See the survey at the following URL.

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

The updated Syllabus Policy is now open for public comment from Tuesday, March 10 through Monday, March 23. Review the policy and share your feedback at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sarah LaMorey at lamoreysj@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.public.doctract.com/doctract/documentportal/08DE7B83001AB031AEB6497452214935.

Researchers at the VCU School of Public Health are testing a new research study program to help improve health and well-being among emerging adult women. You may be eligible for this study if you are a woman between the ages of 18 and 25 with a body mass index (BMI) between 25-50 kg/m2. Visit the following URL to learn more and take a quick survey to determine 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/.

VCU and the University of Virginia Department of Pediatrics seek young women to join a research study. If you are 14-30 years old and are low weight or have lost a lot of weight or exercise a lot and have irregular or absent menstrual periods, you may be eligible to join. Loss of menstrual periods from such causes is also called functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (FHA). Girls and women with FHA are at risk for poor bone health and fracture because of many reasons, including having low levels of estrogen. We want to find out the best way to give two hormones, estrogen and progesterone, to improve bone health in young women with FHA. You will have four visits over 14 months that include physical examinations and questionnaires; hormone, nutrition, eating habits and exercise evaluation. DXA and HRpQCT scans to assess bone health. There are no costs to be part of the study. If you are interested in this study, please contact Andrea Marrs or Christine Burt Solorzano, M.D., at misralab@uvahealth.org. Compensation: Participants can receive up to $875 for finishing all study visits. Parking and travel costs are covered for up to $25 for each study visit.

For more information, contact Alexandra Lempke at alexandra.lempke@vcuhealth.org.