Faculty/staff Issue for August 25, 2017
Today
'First-Gen Fridays'
12 p.m.
The Division of Strategic Enrollment Management presents "First-Gen Fridays" in Cabell Library, Room 303, for students, faculty and staff who will be or were the first in their family to graduate from college. "First-Gen Fridays" is an opportunity for first-generation college students, faculty and staff from around the university to connect. Those interested can join throughout the semester to network and to learn about relevant opportunities and resources designed to enhance student success.
For more information, visit http://www.nsfp.vcu.edu/studentevents/first-gen-fridays/.
Notices
Great Place: HR Redesign FAQ: Where do the market ranges come from?
We utilize the data from a market pricing software tool which houses the results of the salary surveys that the university purchases and/or participates in to benchmark the job and establish the market median. The market median is used as the midpoint for the developed ranges. To submit a question, use the contact information below.
For more information, visit http://greatplace.vcu.edu/.
Cabell Library Bus Stop Closures: Aug. 24-27
Due to multiple events impacting nearby traffic and street accessibility this week, the Cabell Library bus stop will be closed beginning at noon on Thursday, Aug. 24, through Sunday, Aug. 27. There will be no Express service on Thursday, Aug. 24, or Friday, Aug. 25. The Cabell bus stop is expected to reopen at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 28; however, should accessibility improve, service may be provided sooner. Connector passengers should proceed to the Laurel and Main Street stop for service.
For more information, visit http://vcu.transloc.com.
VCU Outdoor Adventure Program: Sea Kayaking Weekend
The VCU Outdoor Adventure Program offers a weekend of sea kayaking from Sept. 9-10. The student price will be $44 and member price will be $50. The price includes food, transportation, equipment and guides. Register online or in-person at the Outing Rental Center from Thursday, Aug. 24, to Tuesday, Sept. 5.
For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=9c92d2b5-9f52-42f8-964c-743683d96a2a&semesterId=8224abd5-d5e6-4bc0-b993-c350f6ee9f71.
Policy Open for Public Comment: University-Related Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
A draft "University-Related Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)" policy is now open for university comment through Thursday, Aug. 31. The draft policy can be found at https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment
For more information, visit https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment.
Policy Open for Public Comment: Intellectual Property
A revised Intellectual Property policy is now open for university comment through Thursday, Aug. 31. The draft policy can be found at https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment
For more information, visit https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment.
Policy Open for Public Comment: Conflicts of Interest in Research
A revised "Conflicts of Interest in Research" policy is now open for university comment through Wednesday, Sept. 6. The draft policy can be found at https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment
For more information, visit https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment.
Other resources
VCU Libraries workshops
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