1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Need a moment to reset your mind and body today? The Health Hub's free weekly yoga group offers a safe, welcoming space for people in recovery and those who support them. Everyone is welcome. The class will be held at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A.

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

3 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center and Career Services will host a Résumé Workshop via Zoom. This introductory workshop is designed to guide students through the résumé writing process, from what to include to how to say it. Register at the following URL.

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

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Who you know matters just as much as what you know. Strong relationships are key to moving forward. Join Circles RVA for a round of Social Capital Bingo at the Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A, to shine a light on the people, connections and resources that can be taken for granted. Map your own support system and see how many resources you already have. Treats and prizes will be available.

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

Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2026 at 10 a.m.

Join the Writing Center online via Zoom to learn the basics of AI and prompt crafting by developing effective strategies for understanding Large Language Models (LLMs). Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of when to use LLMs and what makes an effective prompt. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jess Rogers at rogersjp2@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2026 at 2 p.m.

The Department of Chemistry at VCU will host the annual summer American Chemical Society Project SEED (Special Elementary Education for the Disadvantaged) poster session in T. Edward Temple Building, Room 3309, 901 W. Main St. Local high school students from Richmond Public Schools who participated in the eight-week summer program performing summer research in the laboratories of VCU chemistry professors will present the results of their summer work.

For more information, contact Joshua Sieber at jdsieber@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2026 at 6 p.m.

In this interactive Zoom workshop, we will give you the tools necessary to establish your ideas for your introduction, abstract, or proposal narrative in a strong, logical way that will hook your audience and get them excited about reading more. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jess Rogers at rogersjp2@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Wednesday, Jul. 29, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.

Elevate your workplace communication with the convenience of the Avaya Workplace mobility app. Whether you are in the office, teleworking, have a hybrid schedule or on the move, it’s easy to take your office phone number wherever you go; seamlessly using it on your mobile device or computer. With the app, outbound calls display your work phone number, ensuring a professional and consistent communication experience. All inbound calls from the app will display Avaya Workplace and have a distinct ring. Attend a session to also learn how your other departments are taking advantage of cost savings measures in using the Avaya Workplace mobility app. Virtual sessions are opened to VCU and VCU Health associates. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Wayne Johnson at wljohnson@vcu.edu or visit https://training.vcu.edu/.

Monday, Aug. 10, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) invites faculty to a virtual session about Canvas. In this session, we’ll focus on setting up your course shell, organize content for clarity and flow, review communication tools and create a site that helps students easily navigate your materials from day one. We’ll also highlight how intentional site design can support a smoother, more manageable teaching experience throughout the semester. There are two date options – Monday, Aug. 10 or Thursday, Aug. 13. Register at the following URL. Questions: Contact Rhonda Snead (sneadrm@vcu.edu).

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeARjO26ucrhMF1CW5nQT6_33QRyAyUy7Hz8ocj06NAdaGh-A/viewform&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1783434058897118&usg=AOvVaw2S9FBKb5sHOQJPYleljOBz.

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) invites faculty to a session designed for new and adjunct faculty, although all faculty members are welcome. Prepare yourself to effectively manage crucial timeline milestones throughout the semester with an overview of important details that can help your course go more smoothly. The session will cover key considerations for the pre-, early-, mid- and end-of-the-semester phases. Register at the following URL. Questions: Contact Rhonda Snead (sneadrm@vcu.edu).

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/LpjBw62T1UTCkAF67.

Friday, Aug. 14, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU's Residential Life and Housing, Student Affairs, is recruiting volunteers to help with 2026 Move2VCU on Friday, Aug. 14 and Saturday, Aug. 15 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Volunteers help with wayfinding, getting belongings into rooms, distributing beverages and providing support as students are welcomed for the 2026-2027 year. Meet at Gladding Residence Center, 711 W. Main St. Volunteers will receive special gifts and incentives as a thank-you for their time. Sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kenzel Hill at hillka4@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/J6VvFcAD98cL1Qic8.

Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

In this interactive workshop from LEDstudio, start small with Gemini Notebook, a tool that keeps output grounded in one's own (multimodal) sources with options of turning information into clear, personalized engagements/insights while preserving traceability. It gives agency to students to engage deeply with content rather than passively consume it.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/u8bcH9fGR52srMLfPeDTWQ#/registration.

Friday, Aug. 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) invites faculty to a session about Gemini Gems – customizable versions of Gemini that can be tailored to serve as specialized assistants. The session will move beyond basic prompting to learn how to create a Gem that acts as a personalized tutor, debate partner or rubric wizard for your students. Explore practical strategies for designing Gems and integrating them into your course. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. Questions: Contact Rhonda Snead (sneadrm@vcu.edu).

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxOT12Locd5j52OQ0TGAcIqCRfk1fXFE9QBl_gJOSpvoIoaQ/viewform?usp=header.

Friday, Sep. 4, 2026 from 10 a.m. to noon

Join LEDstudio for DesignPLUS Essentials, an interactive Zoom workshop that will help you bring your Canvas courses to life. DesignPlus is a Canvas plug-in available to all VCU faculty. Follow along with live demonstrations, practice new skills in real time, and discover how to use DesignPLUS to create polished, engaging course pages. A recording will be shared with registered participants after the workshop. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/XJTxp86JR7OKMS0aRpojPg.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Save the date for LEDstudio and Academic Technologies' Teaching with Technology at VCU: An Interactive Exchange and Expo in the Cabell Library, Room 303. Join faculty and university partners for a hands-on event exploring teaching, course design, instructional technology, and student engagement. Bring your laptop and an assignment, activity, or course element you'd like to rethink or redesign, and leave with practical ideas you can apply to your teaching. Help us plan by completing the brief interest survey below.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/i8NNyUHsguRjFnmc7.

Thursday, Sep. 17, 2026 at noon

Interested in learning more about the library and sharing your feedback? The Health Sciences Library Student Advisory Committee is seeking members for 2026-2027. The committee promotes open and effective communication between health sciences students at any level (graduate, professional, undergraduate, doctoral) and VCU Libraries. Participants receive a $100 gift card. Apply by Friday, Sept. 4 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Moss at mosssr2@vcu.edu or visit http://go.vcu.edu/hslsac.

This study is seeking individuals who identify as Black or African American and are a veteran. The purpose of this study is to examine how Black veterans understand and experience their military and racial identity. Participation involves completing a survey asking for personal and military specific demographic information, as well as questions about your racial and military identity and psychological well-being. We expect that you will be in this research study for about 15 minutes.

For more information, contact Jayda Bryant at bryantj8@vcu.edu.