Faculty/staff Issue for February 13, 2017

Today

'Discovery of Genetic Predictors for Central Nervous System Drug Response: The Path to Personalized Treatment'

Add to calendar 13-02-2017 12:00:00 13-02-2017 13:00:00 America/New_York 'Discovery of Genetic Predictors for Central Nervous System Drug Response: The Path to Personalized Treatment' The C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research presents its "Discovery Dialogues" seminar, "Discovery of Genetic Predictors for Central Nervous System Drug Response: The Path to Personalized Treatment" presented by Joseph McClay, Ph.D., assistant professor, Department of Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science, in VCU Medical Center, Main Hospital, First Floor, Learning Center (across from the cafeteria). Faculty, staff, students, patients and families are invited to attend. Light refreshments will be served. Pam Dillon pmdillon@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research presents its "Discovery Dialogues" seminar, "Discovery of Genetic Predictors for Central Nervous System Drug Response: The Path to Personalized Treatment" presented by Joseph McClay, Ph.D., assistant professor, Department of Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science, in VCU Medical Center, Main Hospital, First Floor, Learning Center (across from the cafeteria). Faculty, staff, students, patients and families are invited to attend. Light refreshments will be served.

For more information, visit http://www.cctr.vcu.edu.

NAACP Founder's Day Dinner

Add to calendar 13-02-2017 18:00:00 13-02-2017 21:00:00 America/New_York NAACP Founder's Day Dinner NAACP at VCU holds a Founder's Day Dinner in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons I-IV. The celebration of the organization's foundation will embody the bold and diverse history while celebrating its accomplishments throughout the years. For details, visit naacpvcu@gmail.com Keiona Moore Moorekf@mymail.vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

NAACP at VCU holds a Founder's Day Dinner in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons I-IV. The celebration of the organization's foundation will embody the bold and diverse history while celebrating its accomplishments throughout the years. For details, visit naacpvcu@gmail.com

'GerryRigged: Turning Democracy on its Head'

Add to calendar 13-02-2017 18:45:00 13-02-2017 21:00:00 America/New_York 'GerryRigged: Turning Democracy on its Head' The Robertson School of Media and Culture in the College of Humanities Sciences, along with VCU Libraries and OneVirginia2021, presents "GerryRigged: Turning Democracy on its Head" in Cabell Library, Room 303. This documentary examines the historical context and consequences of gerrymandering through a multi-partisan lens that includes Republicans, Democrats, Independents, Libertarians and the Tea Party. Free and open to the public. William G. Oglesby, J.D. boglesby@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Robertson School of Media and Culture in the College of Humanities Sciences, along with VCU Libraries and OneVirginia2021, presents "GerryRigged: Turning Democracy on its Head" in Cabell Library, Room 303. This documentary examines the historical context and consequences of gerrymandering through a multi-partisan lens that includes Republicans, Democrats, Independents, Libertarians and the Tea Party. Free and open to the public.

Global Fashion Celebration

Add to calendar 13-02-2017 19:00:00 13-02-2017 21:00:00 America/New_York Global Fashion Celebration The Department of Fashion Design and Merchandising and VCU Globe, the living-learning program, host a Global Fashion Celebration at The Depot. A fashion show will take place at 7:30 p.m. presenting traditional apparel from around the globe. Light refreshments will follow. All are welcome. Aubrey Blanchette blanchetteal@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Department of Fashion Design and Merchandising and VCU Globe, the living-learning program, host a Global Fashion Celebration at The Depot. A fashion show will take place at 7:30 p.m. presenting traditional apparel from around the globe. Light refreshments will follow. All are welcome.

This week

VCU Men's Basketball vs. St. Joseph's

Add to calendar 14-02-2017 18:00:00 14-02-2017 America/New_York VCU Men's Basketball vs. St. Joseph's VCU Athletics presents its Men's Basketball team playing against St. Joseph's in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. VCU Athletics vcuathletics@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017 at 6 p.m.

VCU Athletics presents its Men's Basketball team playing against St. Joseph's in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center.

For more information, visit http://ev9.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventInfo?ticketCode=GS%3AVCU%3AB16%3A15%3A&linkID=vcu&shopperContext=&pc=&caller=&appCode=&groupCode=MBKS&cgc=.

'Black History in the Making'

Add to calendar 15-02-2017 19:00:00 15-02-2017 21:00:00 America/New_York 'Black History in the Making' The Department of African American Studies hosts its annual "Black History in the Making" ceremony at The Depot. The "Black History in the Making" award is given to students who have been identified by their departments as being stellar achievers. Recipients will be honored at the ceremony, which will be followed by a reception. Dae Newman newmanad@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Department of African American Studies hosts its annual "Black History in the Making" ceremony at The Depot. The "Black History in the Making" award is given to students who have been identified by their departments as being stellar achievers. Recipients will be honored at the ceremony, which will be followed by a reception.

'Cuffing Season: Love, Sex and Relationships'

Add to calendar 15-02-2017 19:00:00 15-02-2017 21:00:00 America/New_York 'Cuffing Season: Love, Sex and Relationships' New E.R.A presents "Cuffing Season: Love, Sex and Relationships" in West Grace Street Student Housing-North, Room 1030 C/A. Attendees will participate in an open discussion about love, sex and relationships. Samantha Quaye quayesn@mymail.vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

New E.R.A presents "Cuffing Season: Love, Sex and Relationships" in West Grace Street Student Housing-North, Room 1030 C/A. Attendees will participate in an open discussion about love, sex and relationships.

'Questioning Cinema: Loving'

Add to calendar 16-02-2017 17:00:00 16-02-2017 20:30:00 America/New_York 'Questioning Cinema: Loving' VCU Libraries presents "Loving" production participants from the VCU community at a screening of "Loving" to explore the new film and the issues it raises in Cabell Library, Room 303. The screening will begin at 5 p.m., followed by a discussion at 7:15 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. If special accomodations are needed, or to register offline, use the contact information below prior to Tuesday, Feb. 14. VCU Libraries Events Office events@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

VCU Libraries presents "Loving" production participants from the VCU community at a screening of "Loving" to explore the new film and the issues it raises in Cabell Library, Room 303. The screening will begin at 5 p.m., followed by a discussion at 7:15 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. If special accomodations are needed, or to register offline, use the contact information below prior to Tuesday, Feb. 14.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2016-17/questioning-cinema---loving.html.

Building Inclusive Communities Two-Day Workshop: Feb. 16-17

Add to calendar 16-02-2017 08:30:00 16-02-2017 16:30:00 America/New_York Building Inclusive Communities Two-Day Workshop: Feb. 16-17 The Division for Inclusive Excellence invites faculty, administrators and staff to attend a two-day workshop from Feb. 16-17, in the Larrick Student Center, Court End Ballrooms A-B, for Building Inclusive Communities (BIC), the initiative to support the university community in creating an engaged, diverse and inclusive campus environment. Workshop goals include understanding historically marginalized and privileged group dynamics; learning to identify and avoid behavioral traps that contribute to cycles of inequality; and creating a personal plan for changing inequitable behaviors and practices. Seating is limited and advance registration is required. Register by visiting training.vcu.edu and using the keyword: diversity. Jan Altman inclusive@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Division for Inclusive Excellence invites faculty, administrators and staff to attend a two-day workshop from Feb. 16-17, in the Larrick Student Center, Court End Ballrooms A-B, for Building Inclusive Communities (BIC), the initiative to support the university community in creating an engaged, diverse and inclusive campus environment. Workshop goals include understanding historically marginalized and privileged group dynamics; learning to identify and avoid behavioral traps that contribute to cycles of inequality; and creating a personal plan for changing inequitable behaviors and practices. Seating is limited and advance registration is required. Register by visiting training.vcu.edu and using the keyword: diversity.

For more information, visit http://www.inclusive.vcu.edu/initiatives/building-inclusive-communities/.

Generation Dream 2017

Add to calendar 19-02-2017 15:30:00 19-02-2017 18:00:00 America/New_York Generation Dream 2017 In collaboration with Richmond Peace Education Center, University College's Common Book Program presents Generation Dream 2017, showcasing performances by middle, high school and college students, inspired by the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at Grace Street Theater. Free and open to the public. Donations to the Richmond Peace Education Center are encouraged. Micol Hutchison mvhutchison@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017 from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

In collaboration with Richmond Peace Education Center, University College's Common Book Program presents Generation Dream 2017, showcasing performances by middle, high school and college students, inspired by the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at Grace Street Theater. Free and open to the public. Donations to the Richmond Peace Education Center are encouraged.

For more information, visit http://commonbook.vcu.edu.

Antonio Garcia Faculty Jazz Recital

Add to calendar 19-02-2017 16:00:00 19-02-2017 America/New_York Antonio Garcia Faculty Jazz Recital Trombonist, composer and jazz studies director Antonio Garcia presents his Faculty Jazz Recital in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. The recital will feature trumpeter Rex Richardson, vocalist Mary Hermann Garcia, VCU Jazz Orchestra I, Greater Richmond High School Jazz Band, Nashville Avenue Stompers, as well as videoed choreography by dance professor Eric Rivera to a commissioned composition by Garcia. Admission is free. VCU Music Box Office musictix@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017 at 4 p.m.

Trombonist, composer and jazz studies director Antonio Garcia presents his Faculty Jazz Recital in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. The recital will feature trumpeter Rex Richardson, vocalist Mary Hermann Garcia, VCU Jazz Orchestra I, Greater Richmond High School Jazz Band, Nashville Avenue Stompers, as well as videoed choreography by dance professor Eric Rivera to a commissioned composition by Garcia. Admission is free.

Coming up

Runway 2017: Model Call

Add to calendar 28-02-2017 18:00:00 28-02-2017 20:00:00 America/New_York Runway 2017: Model Call The Department of Fashion Design and Merchandising hosts a model call for Runway 2017 at The Depot. Requirements for female models are: height 5'9"; jean size 27/28; dress size 2-8; maximum bust size 36". Females should bring two-inch heels; no platforms. Requirements for male models are: height 5'11"; jean size 32. All models must be 18 years or older. Runway 2017 will be held on Wednesday, May 10. Collette Ward wardcd@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Department of Fashion Design and Merchandising hosts a model call for Runway 2017 at The Depot. Requirements for female models are: height 5'9"; jean size 27/28; dress size 2-8; maximum bust size 36". Females should bring two-inch heels; no platforms. Requirements for male models are: height 5'11"; jean size 32. All models must be 18 years or older. Runway 2017 will be held on Wednesday, May 10.

2017 Professional Development Conference

Add to calendar 08-03-2017 08:00:00 08-03-2017 17:00:00 America/New_York 2017 Professional Development Conference VCU Staff Senate announces the fourth annual Professional Development Conference from March 8-9 in the University Student Commons. The conference is free and open to all staff and team members of VCU, VCU Health and affiliates. This year's theme is "Discover the Greatness in You." Register by visiting the website below. VCU Staff Senate staffsenate@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Mar. 8, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU Staff Senate announces the fourth annual Professional Development Conference from March 8-9 in the University Student Commons. The conference is free and open to all staff and team members of VCU, VCU Health and affiliates. This year's theme is "Discover the Greatness in You." Register by visiting the website below.

For more information, visit http://www.staffsenate.vcu.edu/conference/event-registration/.

2017 Lip Sync Battle

Add to calendar 24-03-2017 18:00:00 24-03-2017 21:00:00 America/New_York 2017 Lip Sync Battle The Leadership Council for the College of Humanities and Colleges (CHS Leadership Council) hosts the 2017 Lip Sync Battle at Grace Street Theater. The council is currently seeking either students or professors who would like to perform individually or as a group. Those interested should submit an audition video to chsleadershipcouncil@gmail.com Hunter Simms simmsh@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Mar. 24, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Leadership Council for the College of Humanities and Colleges (CHS Leadership Council) hosts the 2017 Lip Sync Battle at Grace Street Theater. The council is currently seeking either students or professors who would like to perform individually or as a group. Those interested should submit an audition video to chsleadershipcouncil@gmail.com

Notices

Mini Ram Camp @ VCU Rec Sports

VCU Recreational Sports offers a summer "Mini Ram Camp" to provide a safe, fun environment for children ages 6-10 of the VCU and surrounding community. Weekly sessions are scheduled between June 19 and Aug. 7. Camp registration opens to children of VCU students and Recreational Sports members on Monday, Feb. 13. Fees and registration details are available at the website below.

For more information, visit http://www.recsports.vcu.edu/programs/outreach-programs/mini-ram-camp/.

Teaching with Technology Workshops and Consultations

The Learning Systems team in Academic Technologies offers a variety of faculty-only workshops and consultations. These sessions are available online or face-to-face, on both campuses and at various times. Topics include Blackboard Grade Center, VoiceThread and Collaborative Ultra. Individual consultations are also available by appointment.

For more information, visit http://go.vcu.edu/LearnWithLS.

Other resources

VCU Libraries workshops

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LinkedIn Learning @ VCU

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