9:30 a.m.

The Pace Center will host a Labor Day Faith Retreat at 700 W. Franklin St. Looking for something to do on Labor Day (day off from school)? Interested in exploring mission, faith and getting to know different neighborhoods of Richmond? Come join a faith retreat – a time set apart. Meet at Pace at 9:30 a.m. to volunteer at a local feeding ministry, break bread together and explore what it means to be faithful in today's busy world. Sign up at the following email address.

For more information, contact the Rev. Russ Kerr at kerrr@vcu.edu or visit https://www.thepacecenter.com.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 at 10 a.m.

Learn the tools necessary to establish your ideas in a logical way to hook your audience. Register at the following URL.

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

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 at noon

This introductory workshop is designed to guide students through the résumé writing process, from what to include and 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/.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2026 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

If you missed the SOVO fair, don't worry. The Underground at VCU is bringing back the Mix and Mingle Series. These events will provide students with the opportunity to learn about various organizations on campus, classified in different categories. The first Mix and Mingle theme is academic. If you're interested in joining an academic organization on campus, come to the event in the Underground, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., for doughnuts, refreshments and connections. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Raine Harris at harrisrn@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1947806.

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

Register for LEDstudio, Academic Technologies, and the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence's 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. We'd love to see you there. Please RSVP using the form.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/M46oEs1JWXeEPBa17.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 at 3 p.m.

Learn how to map your research writing in a cohesive and manageable step-by-step process. Register at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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

For more information, contact Erin Brown, Ph.D., at gradprofdev@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1945973.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Have questions about your career path? Wondering where your major at VCU will lead you? Looking for clarity on a big decision? Join the da Vinci Center and VCU Life Design for The Game of Life Design workshop.

For more information, contact Ashley Wenger at wengeran@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO2pKhn6lqTLBhJUCJ39bQsX8P1smYlHL_jgkn8deaV7ykNQ/viewform.

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

Learn the tools necessary to professionally communicate in a positive, skillful and confident manner. Register at the following URL.

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

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Improve your afternoon with free coffee or tea and friendly conversations with leaders in the real estate (Henrico EDA) and risk management and insurance (Greenhouse Speciality Insurance) industries. The session will be in the atrium of Snead Hall, 301 W. Main St.

For more information, contact Jaclyn Witthoefft at witthoefftjh@vcu.edu or (804) 357-5105.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Health Profession's Organization will have its first GBM at the Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Ariana Torre at torreas@vcu.edu or (571) 365-8967.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.

VCU's Health Professions Organization will have its first GBM in the Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), Room 1201, 1000 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact ariana torre at torreas@vcu.edu or (571) 365-8967.

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.

Monday, Sep. 14, 2026 at 2 p.m.

Join VCU HR for this workshop from Social Security and 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/4qKkM80

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

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

WIth the April 2027 digital accessibility compliance deadline fast approaching, this virtual training sponsored by Equity and Access Services (EAS) provides VCU faculty, staff and administrators with a practical, comprehensive introduction to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II Subpart H. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katy Washington, Chief Accessibility Officer and ADA/Section 504 Coordinator at washingtonk8@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/KD5DaLa5T2e1-M_C7B2vdg.

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2026 from noon to 4 p.m.

VCU’s Global Education Office (GEO) will host Cultures in Common(s): A Global Learning Fair. VCU students can meet with representatives from study abroad providers and international university partners on the VCU Commons Plaza (907 Floyd Ave.) and learn how they can study or intern abroad. Students can also connect with VCU Global Learning advisers and explore ways to engage globally on campus and in the local-global community. Students can collect stamps on a passport from engaging in various activities throughout the event. Food trucks representing cuisines from around the world will be in the Commons until 2 p.m. Students who complete the Cultures in Common(s) passport will earn a free lunch ticket to the food truck of their choice. During the event students can take photos with Rodney the Ram (noon-1 p.m.), VCU’s English Language Program (ELP) will host their monthly Tea-Time (2-3 p.m.) The event will close with GEO's annual Global Buddies matching event (apply now to be a Global Buddy) from 4-5 p.m. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5794 or visit https://ramsconnect.vcu.edu/eduabroad/rsvp_boot?id=1945945.

Wednesday, Sep. 16, 2026 at 1 p.m.

In support of VCU's goal to make the ADA accommodation process more transparent and accessible, ADA and Accessibility Services will host a Lunch and Learn session focused on the ADA process, how to request accommodations and the campus resources available to support colleagues. This session is also an opportunity for managers, supervisors and Human Resources staff to learn how to better support their teams and foster a more inclusive work environment. Your participation is welcomed and you are encouraged to bring your questions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hunteer Lacy at lacyjh@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/6TEvBsXcQMynhjH-aJZlGQ.

Friday, Sep. 18, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Technology Services has partnered with Google to host the Google AI Educator Series. These interactive, bite-sized workshops demonstrate proven practices for leveraging Gemini to elevate teaching and enhance student outcomes in higher education. Session details: Where: James Branch Cabell Library, Room 250, 901 Park Ave. Bring your charged laptop or tablet to participate in the live exercises. Completing a session earns you an official Google AI Educator Series digital badge. Agenda: 10-10:45 a.m. | Teaching and Learning: Create process-based assessments. In this session, we will demonstrate how to use Gemini as a creative partner to generate frameworks and then create rubrics that can be used for evaluation. 11-11:45 a.m. | Accelerate Research: Planning the Inquiry. Design a course activity using Deep Research — an agentic feature in Gemini that automates comprehensive research and synthesizes complex, cited literature reviews. 1–1:45 p.m.| Teaching and Learning: Create process-based assessments. 2–2:45 p.m. | Accelerate Research: Planning the Inquiry. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Peyton Burgess at emergingtech@vcu.edu or visit https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/gemini-back-to-school-faculty-training_vcu.

Friday, Sep. 18, 2026 at 10 a.m.

The Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center (ICA), 601 W. Broad St., will present a survey of past and newly commissioned works by Tony Cokes (b. 1956, Richmond). Curated by Senior Curator and Director of Curatorial Affairs, Amber Esseiva, Cokes’ exhibition will explore questions of artistry and personhood, touching on themes such as means of artistic production, intent and the formation of personal identity. Named a John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Fellow in 2024, Cokes’ exhibition marks the artist’s homecoming to Richmond and VCU’s School of the Arts, where he received a master of fine arts in sculpture in 1985.

For more information, contact Institute for Contemporary Art at ica@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/exhibitions/tony-cokes-solo-exhibition/.

Tuesday, Sep. 22, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program offers young professionals the opportunity to work in Japan as assistant language teachers or coordinators for international relations. Join JET and become part of this network of like-minded international enthusiasts. Learn more from a JET coordinator at a virtual informational session cohosted by VCU GEO. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5794 or visit https://forms.gle/kbxpntHT6xoRnqMo8.

Wednesday, Sep. 23, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

This online-synchronous course offered by Continuing and Professional Education introduces participants to the foundations of process consultation and the consultant mindset. Over six weeks, learners will explore how to respond effectively to requests for help, identify the right stakeholders, establish clear agreements and clarify roles, expectations, scope and desired outcomes at the start of a consulting engagement. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shelly Schuetz at ssschuetz@vcu.edu or visit https://cpe.catalog.vcu.edu/courses/process-consultation.

Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU HR is offering Crucial Influence via Zoom in October. The model reveals why people do what they do and how formal and informal leaders at every level can influence behavior for lasting results. Join the interactive course and discover why lasting change takes more than willpower. Register via Talent@VCU: https://tinyurl.com/afht49bm

For more information, contact Lena Anderson at andersonl20@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/f4cdb7d6-a880-40a1-939e-65931f292f12?session=8c36b6a3-bd62-4ffe-968d-d097f1c3bfab.

VCU Emergency Management will conduct a full test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at noon. This test includes activation of outdoor sirens on both Monroe Park and MCV campuses, and Alertus boxes and signage across both campuses. VCU Alert subscribers will receive a text message and email 10 minutes before, at the beginning of and the conclusion of these tests. For more information, visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Tara Thomas at EmergencyMGMT@vcu.edu or visit https://alert.vcu.edu/.

The VCU Gold program facilitates timely access to VCU Health specialty care for VCU and VCU Health team members, dependents and family members within 30 business days of calling the VCU Gold helpline at (804) 828-2778 (VCU-APPT). The helpline operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Suzi Weaver at smweaver@vcu.edu or visit https://healthsafety.vcu.edu/employee-health/.

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.

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.

The Highland Support Project Club partners with the Highland Support Project nonprofit to promote sustainable education and emergent strategy. The group is seeking to fill two Federal Work Study positions: Outreach Assistant and Graphic Design/Art Assistant. If you're passionate about sustainability, service and community and looking to join a team dedicated to epistemological change, take a look on Handshake at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emma Toggia at toggiaeb@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/e/382419.