Student Issue for November 27, 2017
Today
'Money Mondays: Paying for College'
4:30 p.m.
TRIO Student Support Services partners with Virginia Credit Union and The Money Spot to hold "Money Mondays: Paying for College" in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Attendees will be provided with a wealth of financial literacy information to increase savings and learn more about spending habits and how to be more financially responsible. Open to all VCU students.
For more information, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdesPRpQy56YGdYHBQMqAVBjPPlzsLOQgX1qO7oLs2BlMJYoQ/viewform.
Cyber Monday Sale at RamTech
8 a.m.
RamTech's Cyber Monday sale is Monday, Nov. 27 all day at ramtech.vcu.edu. There will be incredible savings on Kate Spade®, HEX, Apple®, and bluetooth speakers. Free shipping over $50.
For more information, visit http://ramtech.vcu.edu.
VCU Small Jazz Ensembles in Concert
8 p.m.
VCU Small Jazz Ensembles perform in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. There will be six combos and music by Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, E.Y. Harburg, Lorenz Hart, Joe Henderson, Smokey Johnson, Johnny Mercer, Thelonious Monk, Oliver Nelson, Richard Rodgers, Wayne Shorter, Horace Silver and Stevie Wonder. Admission is free.
This week
Health Behavior and Policy Seminar: 'Virginia's DHP Healthcare Workforce Data Center'
Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.
The Department of Health Behavior and Policy presents a seminar featuring Elizabeth A. Carter, Ph.D., director, DHP Healthcare Workforce Data, and executive director for the Virginia Board of Health Professions, discussing "Virginia's DHP Healthcare Workforce Data Center" in One Capitol Square, 12th Floor Conference Room. Lunch will be provided.
For more information, visit https://hbp.vcu.edu/seminar-series/.
VCU Basketball vs. Appalachian State
Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 at 7 p.m.
VCU Basketball plays Appalachian State in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center.
For more information, visit http://www.vcuathletics.com.
Jazz Orchestra II
Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 at 8 p.m.
VCU Music presents a VCU Jazz Orchestra II concert under the direction of Steven Cunningham in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Tickets are $10 for general admission and free for VCU students with ID.
For more information, visit http://arts.vcu.edu/music/events/.
'Mindful Mornings at VCU'
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 from 10:30 a.m. to noon
The School of Business Office of Student Engagement presents "Mindful Mornings at VCU" at The Depot. This is a speaker series for students who want to do good and make money. Attendees can grab some free food and coffee, while hearing from Richmond's leaders in business including Brian Marks, Belle Isle Craft Spirits + Bonfire Funds; Craig Dodson, Richmond Cycling Corps and runner up for CNN Hero; and Michael Stuckey, Sabra Dipping Company. To register, visit the website below.
For more information, visit https://vcumindfulmornings.eventbrite.com.
'NIH Clinical Trials 2018: New Definition, New Policies'
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.
The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and Tompkins-McCaw Library present their next lunch research seminar, "NIH Clinical Trials 2018: New Definition, New Policies," in Tompkins-McCaw Library, Room 2-010. Alanda Jones, CCTR, will review a summary of the NIH-mandated changes to clinical trials policies, provide case studies to demonstrate the expanded clinical trial definition and provide resources for researchers. Participants may bring a lunch; drinks will be provided. RSVP using the contact information below.
For more information, visit http://www.cctr.vcu.edu.
Her Campus at VCU Helps the Homeless
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 from noon to 3 p.m.
Her Campus at VCU invites the VCU community to help the homeless over the holidays by donating gently used clothes, non-perishable food items and toiletries for men, women and children at the University Student Commons Concession Stand from noon to 3 p.m.
VCU Globe Open House
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
VCU Globe hosts an open house in West Grace Street Student Housing-North. Attendees will learn about the program and have questions answered by Globe staff. Applications are being accepted and the final deadline is Friday, Jan. 12.
For more information, visit http://global.vcu.edu/vcuglobe/.
Fall 2017 Anthropology Speaker Series: Andrea Wright, Ph.D.
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 at 3 p.m.
The School of World Studies presents Andrea Wright, Ph.D., Cultural Anthropology, discussing "Anthropological Approaches to Oil Production: A View from the Arabian Sea" in the University Student Commons Theater as part of the Fall 2017 Anthropology Speaker Series. Admission is free and all are welcome.
For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/humanities-and-sciences/wp-content/uploads/sites/4656/2017/10/ANTHPOSTER.pdf.
'Wednesday in The Workshop: All About Podcasts'
Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
VCU Libraries hosts "Wednesday in the Workshop," an open house designed to help attendees explore new equipment, techniques, softwares or experiences every Wednesday at Cabell Library. This week's topic will be "Podcasting: Everything You Need to Know...From Beginners to Whizzes, Learn Best Practices in Podcast Production."
For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2017-18/wednesday-workshops-2017-18.html.
'Indigenous Health in Brazil and American Indians'
Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs hosts a dialogue for American Indian Heritage Month featuring Taveira, a Humphrey fellow, in the University Student Commons. Taveira's special interests are in control programs, health promotion and chronic disease prevention. She hopes her studies in the U.S. and partnerships with Brazilian programs will help her design effective, holistic and community-oriented programs to reduce mortality and morbidity in indigenous populations.
Clarion Case Competition Interest Meeting
Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 at noon
The Center for Interprofessional Education and Inter Health Professionals Alliance holds a Clarion case competition interest meeting in the W. Baxter Perkinson Building, Room 3-105, for those interested in health care. The Clarion competition gives participants hands-on experience in a public health case while working with an interdisciplinary team of colleagues. Food will be provided to those who RSVP at the website below.
For more information, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgy0nBDW6IHfndFCMLwIdOPgV6UKRgESo4TEI_h8_spo9LxA/viewform.
Pakistani Student Association: Mock Mehndi
Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight
The Pakistani Student Association presents Mock Mehndi 2017 in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. Attendees can dress in their best traditional outfit and join the Pakistani Student Association for the biggest event of the year. This is the first Mock Mehndi and food, dancing, music and entertainment will be provided.
OCSS Clothing Swap
Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Off Campus Student Services presents its first clothing swap in the OCSS office, 1101 W. Marshall St. This is an opportunity to swap some lightly-worn clothing with something new for winter. Donations will be taken at the OCSS office on Nov. 27-28, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Nov. 29-30, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in RamPantry.
Notices
Open Forums for Vice President for Research and Innovation Candidates
The committee leading the search for the position of Vice President for Research and Innovation hosts open forums for the university community for the final three candidates on Monday, Nov. 27, from 3-4 p.m.; Wednesday, Nov. 29, 3-4 p.m.; and Monday, Dec. 4, from 3-4 p.m. in the Kontos Medical Sciences Building Auditorium. For additional information about each candidate, visit the website below.
For more information, visit https://provost.vcu.edu/leadership-searches/vpresearch/candidates/.
Call for Participation: 'Richmond: Symphony of a City'
VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art invites those that dream of sharing untold stories about the city of Richmond to contribute ideas for a new radio drama by artist Marinella Senatore, commissioned by the ICA as part of its inaugural exhibition, "Declaration." Submissions are open to all. To submit a story idea (500 word maximum), use the email address below by Friday, Dec. 8.
For more information, visit http://ica.vcu.edu.
VCU Recreational Sports OAP: Big Bend National Park Trip
The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program hosts a seven-day canoe trip from Jan. 3-13 (plus travel days) down the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River in southern Texas. Participants will float through and hike inside canyons, find hot springs and stargaze. Registration is open and closed on Friday, Dec. 1. An interest meeting will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Outing Rental Center.
For more information, visit https://www.google.com/url?q=https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId%3D84d7e977-5d1f-4bb6-b471-1824eb1c8afc%26semesterId%3D8224abd5-d5e6-4bc0-b993-c350f6ee9f71&sa=D&ust=1509136600334000&usg=AFQjCNGr5nr4n26lakaNFejnuwJ6WBJ83g.
VCU LEAD is Accepting Applications for 2018
The VCU LEAD living-learning program is accepting applications for the 2018 cohort. VCU LEAD is a distinguished leadership-focused living-learning program for undergraduate students of sophomore status or above. VCU LEAD is focused on developing graduates who can successfully lead professional and civic organizations at a local, national and global level within their respective fields. To apply, visit the website below.
For more information, visit https://students.vcu.edu/vculead/.
OpenCon at VCU: Talk Idea Submissions Deadline is Dec. 8
VCU invites students, faculty, librarians, scientists, writers and researchers to the Virginia satellite session of the international conference OpenCon on Friday, Jan. 12, from 9:30 a.m to 4 p.m. at Cabell Library. OpenCon Virginia seeks submissions for lightening talks on any conference topic: open access publishing, open data, open science, open education or open anything. Each presenter will have five minutes total to deliver the "lightening talk." The deadline to submit is Friday, Dec. 8. For details and the submission form, visit the website below.
For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2017-18/opencon-.html.
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