Student Issue for July 29, 2026
Today
Rollator Repair Clinic at the VCU Health Hub
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. Free Rollator (four-wheeled walker) safety checks and basic repairs will be offered, 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.
This week
Graduate Certificate in Applied AI Informational Session
Thursday, Jul. 30, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.
Join the University College for an informational session on the new Applied AI Graduate Certificate. Learn how engaging, expert-led online and asynchronous courses (such as IDAI 600: AI Foundations & Applied Strategy and PHIL 600: AI & Ethical Problem Solving) can help you lead with AI. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Samantha Weed at weedsj@vcu.edu or (203) 514-9339 or visit https://forms.gle/XCen3DCuSFT6thjY8.
Coming up
The 20th Annual HIGHER Ground Leadership Development Conference
Friday, Nov. 6, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrate this historic year with the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute at the HIGHER Ground Leadership Development Conference. As we commemorate our 20th anniversary alongside America’s 250th year, we will honor the achievements that have shaped our history and explore what it means to make history through leadership, growth and possibility. Our 2026 theme, “With Grace, We Rise: Breaking Through to HIGHER Ground,” invites participants to consider how grace, determination and vision can help leaders break through barriers, reach HIGHER Ground and leave a lasting legacy. The event will be at the Richmond Marriott Downtown, 500 E. Broad St. Register at the following URL by 11:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28.
For more information, contact Brian Biggio at biggiobj@vcu.edu or visit https://cvent.me/EAbQYD?RefId=Registration+Details.
Notices
Ethics of AI
This online course developed by VCU's Department of Philosophy via Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) will return Tuesday, Sept. 8-Tuesday, Oct. 13. Prepare to tackle the challenges of AI within the modern workplace by exploring essential ethical considerations and challenges in privacy, accountability, transparency and fairness. VCU alumni, staff and faculty discounts are available. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Laura Wilson at wilsonl14@vcu.edu or visit https://www.continuingstudies.vcu.edu/CourseStatus.awp3?&course=27-LW-004.
Program for Students in Recovery
Are you a student in recovery from addiction/SUD and looking for a community building opportunity? Apply for the Rams in Recovery "Recovery Scholars Program" today to join one of the group's weekly seminars. Learn more and apply at https://recovery.vcu.edu/scholarships/ Check out seminar options at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZeIwWQeJ_4zzNDh4t5dqqaVfuDMdwvoJSR2ozFmgj9BX7qQ/viewform
For more information, contact Kelly Fugate at edwardskm@vcu.edu.
Participants Are Invited for Study Examining the Impact of Exercise on Cardiovascular Health
This study is inviting individuals between the ages of 18 and 24 with poor sleep. Compensation is up to $50. The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of aerobic and resistance exercise on cardiovascular responses and vascular inflammation. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences. For information, contact The KHS Healthy Heart Lab at healthyheart@vcu.edu.
For more information, contact Garrett Oehlert at healthyheart@vcu.edu.
Risk-Taking in Eating Disorders Study
The Translational Research on Eating and Affect (TREAT) Lab is recruiting adolescent girls and young adult women (aged 12 to 25 years) for a brain imaging study to understand risky decision-making in individuals who have concerns about their body shape/weight, or overeat, purge, use laxatives, diet severely or exercise excessively. We are also investigating these processes in individuals without a psychological disorder. There will be compensation for participation.
For more information, contact TREAT Lab (or Kelsey Hagan, Ph.D., PI) at treatlab@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-4174 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=48YEAYT8MK33E8EJ.
Other resources
VCU Libraries workshops
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LinkedIn Learning @ VCU
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RamsConnect events
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