1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

A Rollator Repair Clinic will be held at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. The clinic will offer free Rollator (four-wheeled walker) safety checks and basic repairs, including: tightening brakes, adjusting handles and replacing worn nuts/bolts. Some part replacements (wheels, seats) may be available.

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

11 a.m.

Join an informational session via Zoom about the Thriving Communities Research Pilot Grant, offered by VCU’s Division of Community Engagement.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSelyzJLAQr4S2O1H9o2jF2G28nvfJpdtAvWXUt2GEIp8XbcbA/viewform?usp=header.

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Public Health students will showcase their research posters and capstone projects on the 12th floor, One Capitol Square, 830 E. Main St. All are welcome.

For more information, contact Maggie Christ at christmm@vcu.edu or visit https://tockify.com/ovpri.comms/detail/108/1777476600000.

12 p.m.

Learn more about the flexibility of VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide an overview of program formats (which include online, on-campus, or a blend of both), curriculum and the admissions process. No registration is required. Join via the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Evan Torpy at torpyec@vcu.edud or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/84559324123.

12 p.m. 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.

7 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will host a workshop via Zoom. Develop the necessary tools to write your best statement by taking a look at examples of strong, successful personal statements, as well as less successful ones. Register at the following URL.

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

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

Stay future-focused with online, asynchronous graduate AI Courses INNO 510: AI Governance and Enterprise Adoption, IDAI 600: AI Foundations and Applied Strategy, and PHIL 600: Artificial Intelligence and Ethical Problem Solving. Click on the link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sam Weed at weedsj@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/GrE4F3HLtxp7iz3D8.

Friday, May 1, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The VCU School of Education will host its annual Signs of Hope and Gratitude event at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St. All community members are welcome to come paint wooden signs for keeps, pet some dogs (including golden retrievers) and enjoy good vibes. Take stock of all that has gone well and all that you have accomplished this semester.

For more information, contact Shreya Patel at patelss14@vcu.edu or visit https://soe.vcu.edu/.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 7 p.m.

VCUarts will present its 2026 MFA Thesis Film Screening series showcasing six graduate film works from the departments of Craft/Material Studies, Kinetic Imaging, Photography + Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media. All screenings are free and open to all. The second of three screenings will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center (ICA), 601 W. Broad St., followed by filmmaker Q&A. The event will be hosted by Taylor Jasper and Egbert Vongmalaithong.

For more information, contact VCUarts at arts@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/2026-mfa-thesis-film-screening-2/.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at noon

This is a slower 30-minute practice focused on active stretching of muscles and opening of connective tissue. Release built-up tension, prevent injury, increase blood flow to muscles and increase long-term flexibility. This virtual class, brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell, will leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed as you head into the summer. No equipment requirements though a yoga mat is recommended. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/4vL5QIK

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

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at noon

For this month's liver institute research webinar, Stephen Hoang, Ph.D., of the SSI will present a talk, "From Pipelines to Pathways: Connecting Data to Discovery in Liver Research." Join the event in person (Room 5-101, James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, MMEC, 1201 E. Marshall St.) or online. Register at bit.ly/4mqtuWy.

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

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 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/.

April is National Move More Month – your invitation to get moving. Walking is one of the easiest ways to boost both physical and mental health. A quick walk during the day, a loop around the park or a catch-up walk with a friend can improve your mood, reduce stress and help prevent chronic diseases like heart disease and type II diabetes. Grab a friend, take a lap around Monroe Park and then stop by 800 W. Broad for your Wellness Visit. Click on http://go.vcu.edu/employeewellness or https://app.timelycare.com/auth/login to learn more about National Move More Month, explore the support available to you through TimelyCare, and schedule your Wellness Visit.

For more information, contact Employee Health at EHS@vcu.edu.

This collaborative offers a dynamic opportunity for tenure-track faculty to connect across disciplines and strengthen community-engaged research. All sessions will be held in person and focus on peer exchange and shared learning from September 2026 to May 2027. Those who complete the program will receive a $1,000 stipend in support of professional development. Apply at the following URl by Friday, May 29.

For more information, contact Division of Community Engagement at engage@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/community/cersc/.

Nominations and applications are being accepted for Service-learning Teaching Assistants (SLTAs) for the Fall 2026 semester. SLTAs are exceptional undergraduate students who assist an instructor in their service-learning course. If you are interested in having an SLTA, contact servelearn@vcu.edu or complete an application. You can nominate a student or have one assigned to you by our office. See the application form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Antonio Harris at harrisad6@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/EAieBab2ZGz4R1cR6.

As we wrap up the semester, we’re looking to highlight VCU faculty who have incorporated service-learning into their courses. These experiences create meaningful connections between academic content and real-world impact, and your story can help inspire others to explore this work. Whether it was a powerful student outcome, a meaningful community partnership or a moment that stood out in your course, we invite you to share. Your insights can help showcase the value of this work and encourage more faculty to integrate service-learning into their teaching. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Antonio Harris at harrisad6@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/cuymGqmz9Qoe9quX8.

Annual registration for all current student organizations begins Friday, May 1 and concludes Monday, June 1. Annual registration is required to be eligible for access to (1) SGA funding, (2) SOVO Fair participation and (3) campus space reservations in EMS and other resources on campus. Questions: Visit studentorgs@vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Justin Raibolt at jraibolt@vcu.edu or visit https://ramsconnect.vcu.edu/theunderground/student-org-registration-tips/.

Here’s the April 2026 post for Google Updates at VCU. Through March and April, we’ve got several updates for Google Chat, several across Google Drive and the Docs editors, Google Meet and Gemini / NotebookLM. 

For more information, contact Doctor Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/drgee/2026/04/28/google-updates-recap-april-2026/.

This study is seeking individuals between the ages of 18 and 55 years who have PTSD or symptoms of PTSD. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of heat therapy (infrared sauna) on PTSD symptoms with specific focus on blood vessel function. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principle Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.