10 a.m.

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/.

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This workshop will provide an overview of Canvas settings and the various components to create content for your class. Register at training.vcu.edu (keyword search: Canvas). Log in to the workshop with your vcu eID and password.

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu.

12 p.m.

Developing and maintaining your unique voice in the age of AI. Register at the following URL.

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

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Geared for sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue graduate research in the STEM fields, this session will provide information on the Goldwater Scholarship, which awards its scholars with up to $7,500 for educational expenses and a mentoring network. The session will be available via Zoom or at 701 W. Grace St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDMR3VfoqiMJZUBSMjiXQnOFhYXpUxLDszwU96Ipv6FUS7SA/viewform.

9 a.m.

VCU RecWell offers personal training for participants looking for individualized support with their fitness goals. Certified personal trainers can help with exercise programming, fitness assessments, equipment use, strength development and more. Individual and buddy training packages are available, along with fitness consultations for participants seeking guidance without a full training package. New personal training clients begin with an introductory package. Classes will be at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact fitness@vcu.edu at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/personal-training/.

9 a.m.

VCU RecWell offers small group training programs to help participants build confidence, learn new skills and reach their fitness goals. Fall programs include weights of wellness, equipment orientation and ask a trainer. Weights of wellness session two begins Sept. 30; registration is open through Oct. 3. Free equipment orientation and ask a trainer sessions are available throughout the semester. Classes will be at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Abbas Sherazi at sherazia@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000026001.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Join the Title IX team on the lawn side of the Compass during this Weeks of Welcome event to play a ring toss game and learn more about the office and policies, identify red flags in relationships and practice affirmative consent in real time. Bailey the therapy dog will be present and will give participants a real time opportunity to practice asking and receiving affirmative consent through clear words and actions.

For more information, contact Dana King at Titleix@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1347 or visit https://equity.vcu.edu/title-ix/.

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

Take a stroll through the Farmers Market in the plaza of the University Student Commons. Shop for fresh produce or handmade items.

For more information, contact Carole Dowell at dowellc2@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2026 at noon

Take a break from the noise to find a quiet reflection in the middle of your day with this virtual guided meditation. This meditation, brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell, is suitable for all levels of practice. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/46od0qG

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

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

This informational session will feature a discussion about the CLS – a funded, summer intensive language study abroad program – as well as several other domestic summer language programs. These programs are open to all undergraduates and graduate students. The session is available via Zoom or at 701 W. Grace St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kelly Weissberger at kbchroninger@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWSJT-endEgoQY3-YWtJ2ndjrqLr_3rIndskgM-wxMosn9XQ/viewform.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.

The Brain Exercise Initiative will kick of the semester with a GBM in the Honors College, Room 1303, 701 W. Grace St. Upcoming events will be discussed.

For more information, contact Zahra Sandifer at sandiferzi@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Sep. 3, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

This workshop will provide an overview of Canvas settings and the various components to create content for your class. Register at training.vcu.edu (keyword search: Canvas). Login to workshop with vcu eID and password.

For more information, contact Jon Reed at reedjj@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Sep. 3, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

This informational session is aimed at undergraduate students interested in a career in public service. The session will cover awards including: Public Policy and International Affairs Program (PPIA), Truman Scholarship, Obama Voyager Scholarship, Hunger Fellowships, Harvard Public Policy Leadership Conference, Humanity in Action scholarship and Boren Awards. The session will be available via Zoom or at 701 W. Grace St. Register at the following UR:

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdk845dw-F2J1e7GQpZ7eKy5HOIB2wtl7OAoT4l4o7I8ga9Cw/viewform.

Thursday, Sep. 3, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Graduate school is more than the next step in your education. It's a new way of learning, thinking and managing your time. This interactive session via Zoom is designed to help new graduate students coming directly from undergraduate studies to navigate the transition with confidence. Explore the differences between undergraduate and graduate expectations, develop strategies to overcome common challenges and create a plan for long-term success. Through reflection, discussion and practical activities, participants will connect with peers, identify campus resources and leave with a personalized road map for balancing academics, research, work and personal well-being. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Erin Brown, Ph.D., at gradprofdev@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1946009.

Friday, Sep. 4, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

The Disability Advocacy and Accessibility Caucus will continue work on RamsLink, planning for Disability Advocacy Week, and developing new trainings and advocacy initiatives. Everyone committed to justice is welcome. To participate, email the following address. The Zoom link for the meeting is at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shady Habib at habibss@vcu.edu or (703) 314-2515 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/89498678820.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center and VCU Libraries for the first Humanities Week event, featuring Maria Sachiko Cecire, program officer for Higher Learning at the Mellon Foundation. The event will be at James Branch Cabell Library, Room 303, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or (301) 213-8664 or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/humanities-week/making-worlds-repairing-worlds-what-we-do-with-the-humanities.html.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for a reception to celebrate Humanities Week. Light refreshments will be served. The event will be at the Scott House, 909 W. Franklin St. Registration required to attend. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ellie Musgrave at musgraveec@vcu.edu or (301) 213-8664 or visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/events/humanities-week/humanities-week-reception.html.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

Come learn about the benefits and logistics of participating in this research dissemination event. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Erin Brown, Ph.D., at gradprofdev@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1945972.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 at 6 p.m.

Have a passion for working with youth? Want a high-impact career that changes lives? Believe in championing educational opportunity for all? Want to fuel dreams and help students reach their full potential? RTR Teacher Residency is for you. RTR is the teacher residency program in the VCU School of Education that equips passionate future teachers with the knowledge, experience, and support to teach for change – all while earning a fully funded degree. Turn your passion into purpose. Become an RTR Resident and make a difference from inside the classroom. Learn more at an informational session via Zoom on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Sign up here on the right side: tinyurl.com/RTRInfoSession2627

For more information, contact Sabrina Evans at teachrtr@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9801 or visit https://teachrtr.org/.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 at 6 p.m.

Join Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center and Gregory Abel, M.D., MPH, at the next edition of the Director's Distinguished Visiting Scholars Seminar Series, which will cover the "Ethics of AI in Cancer Research and Practice." The event will be at the Valentine Museum. 1015 E. Clay St. This event is open to the public and will feature remarks from Abel, an outcomes researcher and hematologic oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) and Harvard Medical School, where he is a Professor of Medicine. He serves as Co-Chair of the DFCI Ethics Advisory Committee, Director of Clinical Research for the Division of Population Sciences, and Research Director for Dana-Farber’s new Center for Cancer and Aging.

For more information, contact Courtney Rose at rosec2@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The Institute for Free Enterprise at the VCU School of Business will present the Free Enterprise Forum featuring author James Rhee at the Altria Theater, 6 N. Laurel St. This is a complimentary event for all who register.

For more information, contact Andrew LeVasseur at alevasseur@vcu.edu or (206) 849-6103 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/centers-institutes-and-labs/institute-for-free-enterprise/.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

VCU Development and Alumni Relations will present Behind the Gavel: An Exclusive Tour of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit at the Lewis F. Powell Jr. Courthouse. Step inside the oldest continually operating federal courthouse in the United States. Located in the heart of downtown Richmond at 1000 E. Main St., this 1858 Italianate monument has stood resilient through the country’s most transformative eras, surviving the devastating evacuation fires of the Civil War to serve as a backdrop for monumental legal battles from the postwar trial of Jefferson Davis to the landmark civil rights cases that paved the way for Brown v. Board of Education. Questions? Contact Josh Leidy, director, affinity programs, Affinity Engagement and Philanthropy, at leidyjw@vcu.edu or visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Josh Leidy at leidyjw@vcu.edu or visit https://give.vcu.edu/events/behind-the-gavel-an-exclusive-tour-of-the-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-fourth-circuit/?a=13762584.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 at noon

Approaching AI in Community Engaged Research: What happens when AI meets real-world community-engaged research? Join VCU’s next Community Engaged Research Series session to explore how education research-practice partnerships are navigating AI’s risks, benefits and possibilities. Register for 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/1FAIpQLSeA1Yi5WWl0cDwH4AwpQbEDdYAV8PIBY8rYNeW_wLN_v2x7jw/viewform?usp=header.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

What does it mean to give and how can we make a difference in ways that feel meaningful to us? Join women leaders from the VCU community for a candid conversation about why they give, how they choose to make an impact and the many ways women are redefining what giving looks like. Hear personal stories from leaders of the VCU Women’s Impact Network and discover how time, talent, treasure, testimony, ties and trust can all play a role in giving back. Learn how WIN is bringing women together to turn individual contributions into greater collective impact at VCU and beyond. While this is a WIN event, all members of the VCU community — alums, students, friends, families — are warmly welcomed to attend with registration. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amy Gray Beck, Ph.D. at acbeck@vcu.edu or visit https://give.vcu.edu/events/who-what-win-and-why-i-give-a-virtual-conversation-about-giving-back/?a=13776951.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Join Rams In Recovery for its All Community Meeting and Meal. All are welcome. This is an opportunity to connect with the Rams in Recovery community, share a meal and meet others. Whether you’re new, already involved, a person in recovery, or an ally to the community, this is a welcoming space and all are invited. The event will be at the Rams in Recovery Clubhouse, 1103 W. Marshall St. The meal will be at 7 p.m., followed by a recovery meeting at 7:30 p.m.

For more information, contact Kelly Fugate at edwardskm@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Effective leadership starts with focus, clarity and the ability to manage stress in a demanding environment. This online course offered by Continuing and Professional Education introduces the foundational concepts of mindfulness and how they directly support leadership growth and personal effectiveness. Participants will learn practical techniques to enhance mental clarity, reduce stress and strengthen their ability to lead with intention and resilience. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shelly Schuetz at ssschuetz@vcu.edu or visit https://www.continuingstudies.vcu.edu/CourseStatus.awp3?&course=27-SS-100.

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026 at noon

Do you aspire to a leadership role in a health care organization? Join VCU's Department of Health Administration for a virtual informational session to learn about graduate program offerings in Health Administration (MHA and MSHA). RSVP at the following URL to receive the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Cameron Parkins at parkinsc@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/RjGRd6GJavjWCeWu8.

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026 at 12:30 p.m.

Want to make research data more accessible and meaningful to the community? Learn about VCU’s Data Dissemination Grant, which supports creative, community-co-created approaches to sharing research data and findings with communities. Register for 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/1FAIpQLSdu9cnVOECrf7J5VcyYjh-pDzQ6WBEWbCZkGe-Mt6GdWfYdqg/viewform?usp=header.

Wednesday, Sep. 23, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This course offered by Continuing and Professional Education builds advanced Excel skills for professionals who need to manage, analyze and report on data with greater accuracy and efficiency. Through hands-on exercises and real-world applications, participants will work with complex datasets, apply advanced formulas and create dynamic reports. Early registration ends Wednesday, Aug. 26, but registrations will be accepted through Monday, Sept. 21 at the following URL. The class will be held in the VCU HR Learning Center Conference Room, 922 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Shelly Schuetz at ssschuetz@vcu.edu or visit https://www.continuingstudies.vcu.edu/CourseStatus.awp3?&course=27-SS-148.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 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 class willbe 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 (434) 270-2026 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/trainings-and-institutes/experienced-supervisors-institute-esi/.

Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

VCU Human Resources invites all staff managers of one or more staff members to attend a virtual town hall via Zoom. Join HR colleagues and fellow managers to discuss the 2026 Annual Staff Survey results. Register in Talent@VCU at the following URL. Qustions: Email managerdev@vcu.edu

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/dfubredp.

Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2026 at 9 a.m.

VCU RecWell offers free group exercise classes for VCU students and RecWell members throughout the fall semester. The Fall 2026 group exercise schedule runs through Sunday, Dec. 6 and features a variety of classes for different interests and fitness levels. Registration opens 24 hours before each class and closes 30 minutes before the class begins. Drop-ins are permitted when space is available. View the current schedule and register through RecWell's online portal.

For more information, contact groupexprgm@vcu.edu at groupexprgm@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=9cae168f-1f3a-4f14-a777-ce5844c767e0.

Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Adult beginner lessons are designed for older teens and adults to build fundamental swimming and water safety skills. Participants will learn basic swimming and water safety skills including floating, breath control and basic movement in the water. Classes will be in the aquatic center of the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact aquatics@vcu.edu at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=cf8f4caa-89df-40ea-8176-1f6f14815527.

Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Adult Intermediate swim classes are intended for older teens and adults who are comfortable in the water and wish to improve their swimming skills. Participants will learn to improve their swimming technique on their front and back as well as safety skills such as treading water. Classes will be in the aquatic center of the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact aquatics@vcu.edu at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=e9401580-e161-45db-9b79-9ef3ddebb02a.

Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

This class will prepare you to prevent, recognize, respond to and care for aquatic and breathing/cardiac emergencies that may occur in or around the water. You will also learn critical thinking and communication skills that are crucial to an effective emergency response. This course meets the requirements for lifeguard employment at many pool facilities but may not meet requirements for waterfront, waterpark, or specialty facilities. Classes will be in the aquatic center of the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact aquatics@vcu.edu at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=8f04eb94-8b05-4785-bfc5-8f1060041199.

Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Parent and Child Aquatics is designed for children ages 6 months up to 3 years old to begin getting comfortable in the water with the help of their parents/guardians. An adult must be in the water at all times with their child. Classes will be in the aquatic center of the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact aquatics@vcu.edu at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d12c8cc5-0fb0-41d3-802b-345c56ec78d1.

Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Parent and Child Aquatics is designed for children ages 6 months to 3 years old to begin getting comfortable in the water with the help of their parents/guardians. An adult must be in the water at all times with their child. Classes will be in the aquatic center's leisure pool of the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact aquatics@vcu.edu at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d12c8cc5-0fb0-41d3-802b-345c56ec78d1.

Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Preschool Aquatics Level 1 is designed for children ages 3 to 6 years old to begin learning fundamental water safety and swimming skills. All skills in this class are performed with hands-on support from instructors. Classes will be in the aquatic center of the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact aquatics@vcu.edu at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=805d477a-53f7-4a08-8d31-2c0fb96d6ee0.

Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026 from 9 a.m. to noon

VCU's Office of the University Ombudsperson will sponsor National Conflict Resolution Day, the goal of which is to promote and encourage peaceful conflict management and resolution practices throughout the three campuses. The event will feature a keynote address from Linda Brothers, Georgetown University Ombuds, and will be held at the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms C-D, on the Monroe Park campus. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Michele Murray at mmurray2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/AC7xDv5uAH54V7Ys5.

Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This class is for currently certified lifeguards seeking recertification. Participants must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard (including deep water) certificate or be within 30 days of expiration. Proof of eligibility must be provided prior to participation in this class. Email your certificate to aquatics@vcu.edu for verification prior to the first day of class. Classes will be in the aquatic center of the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact aquatics@vcu.edu at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=ef0b1e7e-d080-4a9d-bfb9-361ee9c303cc.

Thursday, Feb. 4, 2027 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Are you ready to explore the possibilities of the future leader you are destined to be? If so, the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute invites you to apply to the 2027 HIGHER Ground Leadership Development Program. This immersive five-month leadership development experience is designed for current and emerging leaders who are ready to stretch beyond their comfort zones and elevate their impact as leaders. The program is designed to benefit individuals at all career levels. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Victoria Carter-Johnston at carterjohnsva@vcu.edu or (434) 270-2026 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/trainings-and-institutes/higher-ground-leadership-development-program/.

University Advising Technologies (UAT) runs undergraduate progress reports every fall and spring semester. We want every student to be successful in class, which is why over the next two weeks faculty will submit progress reports to update undergraduate students and their academic adviser on the students' academic performance. If a student receives a progress report email, there’s plenty of time, people and resources available for support. A student should first speak with their professor, then check out https://keeplearning.vcu.edu/stay/ for tips, and finally make an academic advising appointment via Navigate at https://go.vcu.edu/nav Got more questions? Email success@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Alison Steigerwald at steigerwaldar@vcu.edu.

VCU tenure-track faculty are invited to join an in-person community of scholars focused on strengthening community-engaged research through peer exchange, shared learning and connections to funding pathways and institutional supports. Apply by Monday, Sept. 14 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mitsuko Cedras at cedrasmd@vcu.edu or visit https://community.vcu.edu/community/cersc/.

Applications are now being accepted by the Fall 2026 Grant Academy of the Division of Research Development of the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI). This professional development program assists faculty investigators in crafting successful funding proposals. It is available to faculty from all disciplines with concrete project ideas who have identified an opportunity within 12 months. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, Sept. 16.

For more information, contact Mary Strawderman at strawdermamm@vcu.edu or visit https://research.vcu.edu/training/grant-academy/.

VCU faculty and research staff are invited to join an in-person community of scholars focused on strengthening community-engaged research through peer exchange, shared learning and connections to funding pathways and institutional support. Questions: Visit https://community.vcu.edu/community/cersc/ Apply by Monday, Sept. 14 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mitsuko Cedras at cedrasmd@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/9dCpFqCnE9bCBrNv7.

The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute is offering virtual informational sessions for the 2027 VCU Leadership Development Program. If you are interested in a program and/or have a question, we highly suggest you come to hear from the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute staff. The 30-minute sessions will highlight learning objectives and program logistics. Four virtual options are available: (you will receive a Zoom link one to three business days before the session) Tuesday, Sept. 2 at noon; Wednesday, Sept.23 at noon; Wednesday, Oct. 7 at noon and Wednesday, Nov. 4 at noon. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ron Jones at jonesre22@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYq-1HgCcYFW_jlXqgLlmsxvGgwZtqINGLJmopCwPpvWwthg/viewform?usp=header.

Join the TEDxVCU planning team and help share ideas. More information about each position and the application can be found here: Team Lead Application (https://forms.gle/6eUqcynY7ta1QhEW8) by Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Planning Team Application (https://forms.gle/R5UiPTeuuoyyTP2X9) by Tuesday, Sept. 15.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu.

VCU RecWell's Outdoor Adventure Program offers climbing clinics throughout September at the Cary Street Gym climbing wall, 101 S. Linden St. Participants can build their climbing knowledge and skills through belay clinics, belay tests, sport climbing, rappelling and gym to crag instruction. Clinics will be offered Sept. 2, 4, 8, 9, 15, 16, 23, 24 and 28. Dates, times, prerequisites and registration availability vary by clinic. View the full schedule and registration at the following URL.

For more information, contact outdoors@vcu.edu at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/outdoor-adventure/climbing-and-bouldering/.

VCU RecWell's Outdoor Adventure Program offers outdoor trips throughout September for participants looking to explore beyond campus. Upcoming opportunities include day hikes, canoe trips, caving and a beach bike overnight. September trips run from Sept. 12-27 and include options designed for beginners. Transportation, equipment and guides are included with programs as indicated. View trip dates, availability, pricing and registration information through Fusion.

For more information, contact outdoors@vcu.edu at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/program?classificationId=d722033b-3a3d-44c6-a639-491797a4b9a2.

The VCU School of Medicine invites the VCU community to attend the IAMSE Fall Webinar Series. Register at the following URL. Sessions will take place from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom. The series will begin Thursday, Sept. 3 and continue each Thursday through Oct. 1. Register once to receive the Zoom link that can be used for each session. Questions: Contact Jody Hedstrom at the following email address.

For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at jody.hedstrom@vcuhealth.org or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/17537488.

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.

This study is seeking individuals between the ages of 18 and 35 years who have GAD or symptoms of GAD. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of cold water immersion on GAD 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.

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 noninvasive 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 HERO Study at hero-study.org or (804) 827-9692 or visit http://hero-study.org.

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 Eight (737 N. Fifth St.), 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. Questions: Contact Crystal Figueroa.

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

Recruiting adolescents between the ages of 13 and 19 who have 1) never had a diagnosed concussion OR 2) sustained a concussion within the last 14 days. This noninvasive study is investigating the acoustic startle reflex and acoustic startle potentiation in relationship to subsequent injury following concussion. Participants will be compensated for their time. See the interest form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jessie Oldham at oldhamjr@vcu.edu or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=YKDWLNYWDNK7M7KX.