12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Department of Family Medicine will host the 12th annual Clancy A. Holland Lecture both in-person and virtually. Randall Longenecker, M.D., Senior Adviser for Graduate Medical Education for the Virginia Health Workforce Development Authority, will give the address at the George Ben Johnston Auditorium, 305 N. 12th St. To RSVP for the in-person event or to register for the Zoom, register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dana Rajczewski at derajczewski@vcu.edu or visit https://familymedicine.vcu.edu/about/events.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Join the Health and Wellness Library (1200 E. Marshall St., Gateway Building, Room G-112) in-person for a spring craft program. VCUarts graduate Bee Chambers will guide participants in making their own paper flowers and bouquets. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/16653345.

3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Do you have questions about résumés and cover letters, or how to find an internship? Chat with a Peer Career Adviser (PCA) from Career Services at the Science Hub in the STEM Building, Room 201, 817 W. Franklin St. PCAs will be ready to review documents and answer questions. Register in advance at the following URL to reserve your spot.

For more information, contact Ashley Worthington at worthingtonar@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/GEPZ2uZWtHs4cQPq5.

6 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will host a workshop via Zoom. Learn to feel comfortable with the process of paraphrasing in academic writing. Register at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026 at 1 p.m.

The VCU Alcohol Research Center will host the next seminar in the Foundations of Alcohol Research Seminar Series. The lecture, by Jill Bettinger, Ph.D., is part of a a monthly informal series for predoctoral and postdoctoral fellows and others interested in alcohol research. The stand-alone lectures focus on the human disease of alcoholism and will briefly introduce animal models. The film will be screened in Room 535, Hermes A. Kontos Medical Sciences Building, 1217 E. Marshall St. Click on the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jennifer T. Wolstenholme at jwolstenholme@vcu.edu or (804) 739-3756 or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84265504477?pwd=Mga1hTqNfPwrRJq1B2q1E85TH6v0ty.1.

Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.

Do you supervise or support student staff? Don’t miss this month’s workshop via Zoom on leadership, presented by Roy Roach III (Director, Health Sciences – Office of Student Engagement). In this interactive session, supervisors will participate in dialogue on how to rethink leadership as environmental design. Join for guided conversations to learn how instead of focusing on oversight and control, leaders can intentionally build clarity, trust and ownership within their teams.

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

Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's English Language Program in the Global Education Office will host its third capstone ELP symposium with international students. Literature research will be presented in poster sessions between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., culminating with a celebration of the semester's work. Learn perspectives from around the world on topics such as AI, the age of consent for medical decisions and the allocation of government spending. The session will be in the Grace Street Center, third floor, 912 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Audrey Emiko Short at aeshort@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Apr. 22, 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 Wednesday Walks, which offer the opportunity to join the Health Hub on a weekly walk in Church Hill. Each walk will begin and end at the Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St, Suite A., and will take you through different parts of the neighborhood.

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

Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

RecWell will host a free destress fest to help students relax and recharge to finish the semester strong. Come to the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., for an afternoon of mindful activities, stretch breaks, games, food and giveaways.

For more information, contact Josh Skillman at recwell@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Apr. 23, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

Join senior leaders from across Richmond's universities and community colleges for a conversation about AI and how it is reshaping higher education. The event will be hosted by VCU in Room 4100, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. Panelists will be Anand Rao, Ph.D., Director, Center for AI and the Liberal Arts, University of Mary Washington; Bill Fiege, Ph.D., President, Brightpoint Community College; and M. Saif Mehkari, Ph.D., Professor of Economics, University of Richmond, and co-creator of SpiderAI. The panel will tackle academic integrity, work force readiness, institutional adoption barriers and what an AI-native college might look like in five years. Format: 30 minutes of networking, a 60-minute moderated discussion and an interactive Q&A via Slido. Space is limited. RSVP at the following URL,

For more information, contact Beth Denson at beth.denson@aireadyrva.com or visit https://www.aireadyrva.com/events/higher-education-ai-a-panel-conversation-with-university-lea-2026-04.

Thursday, Apr. 23, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Health Professions Organization presents HPO: Study and Snack in Room 2105, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. As the semester winds down and the push for finals is underway, HPO offers space to study while enjoying some free food. Join the group for productive and fun studying.

For more information, contact Tobi Ojo at ojote@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Apr. 23, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for VCU's first Humanities Symposium. This event, in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., will showcase the research and work of the university's faculty and students across the humanities and humanistic social sciences. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/co-sponsored/humanities-symposium.html.

Friday, Apr. 24, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Women in Science, Dentistry and Medicine (WISDM) faculty organization will host an afternoon of networking and professional development through enhancement of leadership skills. The conference is open to all VCU, VCU Health, and VAMC personnel – including faculty, staff and trainees/students – alongside regional health care professionals and community leaders. Join us for lunch from Lyra's Natural Kitchen and engage in a brainstorming activity from keynote speaker Amery Treble-Barna, Ph.D., Associate Professor at University of Pittsburgh, who will speak on Rigorously Reclaiming Your Time. Celebrate the recipients of the SOM, SOD, SOP, SPH and CHS Professional Achievement Awards. Learn how to: recognize common behaviors that waste time and reduce productivity; prioritize tasks that align with goals; apply time management techniques to career advancement; identify ways to reclaim time, space and authority; practice peer coaching skills; and develop a personalized networking strategy with best practices for maintaining and strengthening alliances. Register at the following URL. The conference will be at the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at hedstromj@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=39680.

Saturday, Apr. 25, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Barnes and Noble @ VCU invites you to join VCU alum Kevin Wayne Johnson for a book signing of his latest release, "Leadership With a Servant's Heart."

For more information, contact Tammy Vallario at tvallario@bncollege.com.

Sunday, Apr. 26, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Graduate students from VCU’s Center for Sport Leadership will host a 5v5 flag football tournament dedicated to making a difference in Central Virginia. This event involves a canned food drive and the proceeds from the event will benefit Feed More and their ongoing efforts to combat food insecurity across the region. The tournament will be at Cary Street Field. Admission will be three canned goods (non-expired only).

For more information, contact Tavian Elliott at elliottt2@vcu.edu or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-drive-against-hunger-charity-flag-football-tournament-tickets-1984627562464?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.

Monday, Apr. 27, 2026 from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

VCU's OVPRI (Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation) Division of Research Development will host a session to help participants find research communities and collaborators across VCU. Hear brief spotlights from several research interest groups, then have time to connect with group leads and those in attendance. The session will be in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL. RSVP at https://forms.gle/oosfymWqo2sJ85fT8

For more information, contact Mary Strawderman at ovprird@vcu.edu or visit https://research.vcu.edu/resources/research-development/collaboration-tools/.

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

Women's Health Research Day is a celebration and promotion of research activities in women’s health at VCU, presented by the Institute for Women's Health. This year’s symposium, “Midlife Matters: Integrating Menopause Research, Innovation and Impact,” begins at 1 p.m. and will be followed by a poster session and reception from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. The poster session will represent research 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. Register 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/.

Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2026 at noon

Join the 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 is 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/81098935632.

Thursday, Apr. 30, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

In this application workshop with a VCU HR facilitator participants will practice creating or updating their career development plan via Zoom using the career pathing tool. The event will provide the opportunity discuss the intersection between a career path and a career development plan, practice using a career path framework to create or update an individualized career development plan and leverage the facilitator as a resource. See details at the following URL.

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

Thursday, Apr. 30, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

From the Office of the Provost-Faculty Affairs, this session is designed to support building connections among department chairs and across units using a peer-to-peer consulting model. Whether you are in your first year or a seasoned veteran, this session provides the space to exchange ideas, explore challenges and solutions to renew and recharge department leadership. This session will be held in Room 4100, Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/vwtPjJfsmPSpEyp59.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

VCU HR will offer an Effective Groups and Teams workshop for managers via Zoom. The course focuses on ground rules that lead to mutual learning and improved team performance. If you are a VCU Health System employee and would like to attend this course, complete this form: https://forms.gle/wUYEuyY7GNGiknLD7 Register by Tuesday, May 5 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Penelope McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/4drpa645.

Friday, May 15, 2026 at midnight

The Thriving Communities Research Pilot Grant Program, offered by VCU’s Division of Community Engagement, provides up to $25,000 in seed funding for community-engaged research projects across all disciplines. The program is designed to support VCU faculty and research staff in piloting community-engaged research projects that respond to community-identified needs. The submision deadline is 6 p.m. Friday, May 15. See the request for proposals at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/resources/grants/thriving-communities-pilot-grant/.

This non-credit, in-person course supports English language learners in developing practical communication skills for the workplace. Lessons focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing in professional environments, including interacting with supervisors and coworkers, joining meetings, following instructions and managing everyday workplace situations. Course meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 15 through Aug. 7. Some partial scholarships are available. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Aziz at rcwiltshire@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2551 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/elp/curriculum/part-time-courses/.

Happy Giving Day – Here’s how you can become involved: 1) Support the cause that matters most to you. Every gift – of every amount – makes a difference. Maximize your impact with matches and challenges that help your favorite cause earn more money. 2) Come to the Giving Games today at Park Plaza from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. to participate in fun activities – like throwing inflatable axes and petting therapy dogs – and support causes that make a difference for VCU students and patients.

For more information, contact Office of Development and Alumni Relations at givingday@vcu.edu or visit https://give.vcu.edu/campaigns/74772/donations/new?a=12502433.

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 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.

Browse works from the university's alumni authors at the Monroe Park Campus Barnes and Noble. Find the “alumni authors” section to be inspired by captivating stories, imaginative worlds and unforgettable characters, by authors who once walked on campus. Are you an alumni author? Complete the interest form at the following URL to be featured in the alumni author section.

For more information, contact Tiera Byrd, associate director of alumni career and personal development, VCU Alumni at mcguiretj@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXz0lv1LnlC5kCq7EubGu0Wx9SlGv2sYXDcVSuxcdm6x1OmQ/viewform?usp=header.

As the semester winds down, students (and colleagues) are invited to share words of gratitude with VCU professors. University faculty members work hard to make a positive impact – let them know you’ve noticed. Expressing kindness not only brightens someone’s day, it’s good for you, too. Questions: Contact the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence at ctle@vcu.edu. Spread joy and send your VCU profs some props through the following URL.

For more information, contact Michele Murray at mmurray2@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-bQxqzSHjvQtndTHFAU1rBCPmXPMAsQlthL2Jh2ShvLeCdQ/viewform.

VCU Department of Music invites students to register for choir for the upcoming academic year. Three ensembles are available: Commonwealth Singers, Choral Arts Society and Vox Concordia. All choirs are open to all students, regardless of major, and meet during the day for course credit. Students may register through eServices during enrollment. Learn more at the following URL.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/music/ensembles/#vocal-ensembles.

The Office of the Provost invites faculty to apply to serve in a part-time administrative role in Academic Affairs, Faculty Affairs or Academic Operations through the Faculty Fellows Program. Apply by Friday, May 1 at the following URL for information regarding time commitment, compensation and application requirements.

For more information, contact Pamela Hendrix at pahendrix@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5948 or visit https://faculty.provost.vcu.edu/professional-development/faculty-fellows-program/.

The 2026-27 VCU Bulletin is available. The undergraduate, graduate and professional bulletins contain information about university policies, course descriptions and academic requirements for the programs available to the respective student populations. For more information, contact VCU Bulletin at bulletin@vcu.edu or visit https://bulletin.vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Sandy Morgan at sfmorgan@vcu.edu.

VCU’s Technology Services and Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence are conducting a survey to better understand sentiments and skills surrounding the use of Generative AI tools. This survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and is open to all VCU faculty, staff and students who are 18 years of age or older. The results will be used to inform training and tool adoption. Results will be shared in aggregate. Questions: Contact emergingtech@vcu.edu with any questions. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Peyton Burgess, Ph.D., at emergingtech@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4nQJ64T2q2zxEGM1xxEA_Y0tXM2w_eW9sJxHSAiBxR0VGKg/viewform?usp=header.

The Protection of Minors Office, part of VCU Equity and Access Services, has published its April newsletter. This month's edition includes helpful reminders, resources and updates. View the newsletter at the following URL.

For more information, contact Protection of Minors Office at youth@vcu.edu or visit https://equity.vcu.edu/media/equity-and-access-services/docs/April26MinorsNewsletter.pdf.

The Research in Athlete and Military Health Sciences (RAMHS) group is seeking participants ages 14-30 years to complete a research study assessing hip muscle function following ankle sprains. You may participate if you either have a first-time lateral ankle sprain or have no ankle sprain history and are healthy (control group). This study will require one in-person study visit at our research laboratory at Biotech 8, electronic questionnaire about your health and sport participation, ultrasound imaging assessments of your hip at rest (lying down) and during light activity (squatting, treadmill walking) and hip muscle strength assessments. Participants with ankle sprains will also be asked to complete remote, electronic surveys at three and six months after the in-person visit.

For more information, contact Crystal Figueroa at crystal.figueroa@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-0871.

The Research in Athlete and Military Health Sciences (RAMHS) group is seeking participants ages 14-30 years to complete a research study assessing hip muscle function following ankle sprains. You may participate if you either have a first-time lateral ankle sprain or have no ankle sprain history and are healthy (control group). This study will require one in-person study visit at our research laboratory at Biotech 8, an electronic questionnaire about your health and sport participation, ultrasound imaging assessments of your hip at rest (lying down) and during light activity (squatting, treadmill walking) and hip muscle strength assessments. Participants with ankle sprains will also be asked to complete remote electronic surveys at three and six months after the in-person visit.

For more information, contact crystal figueroa at crystal.figueroa@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-0871.

VCU and UVA seek females ages 14–30 for a research study. If you are low weight, lost significant weight or exercise heavily and have missed or irregular periods (FHA), you may qualify. FHA can harm bone health due to low estrogen. This study tests estrogen and progesterone to improve bone health. Includes four visits over 14 months (exams, questionnaires, nutrition/exercise review, bone scans) at no cost. Up to $875 compensation and travel support. Contact: misralab@uvahealth.org

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

If you have worn the uniform and now call VCU home, this is for you. Whether you are student, faculty or staff, we want you to be a part of the HERO Study – a clinical trial funded by the Department of Defense. We are studying a non-invasive technique that may help people with a history of concussion or mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) who still suffer from lingering effects. Be part of a federally funded initiative to transform care for military service personnel. Get financial compensation for your time and commitment. Your best interests will be at the forefront of all study obligations, including flexible scheduling and confidential participation. Help shape the future of brain health – for yourself and for others. See if you qualify at the following URL.

For more information, contact Urenna Orazulike at herostudy@vcu.edu or (804) 827-9692 or visit https://hero-study.org/.