Student Issue for December 14, 2017

Special Announcement

New RamSafe App Launches Dec. 26

On Tuesday, Dec. 26, the existing RamSafe user application will change. VCU faculty, staff and students will be able to access the new app and place ride requests through the VCU Mobile app, ramsafe.vcu.edu or by calling 828-SAFE (7233). Users who have previously downloaded the RideCell application to their mobile device should access the new RamSafe app through the VCU Mobile app, beginning on Dec. 26. All users will be prompted to set up a profile upon the first time logging in to the new application.
In addition to a brand new interface, updated user features will include enhanced bus tracking information and real time arrival estimates.
For ADA assistance, users may contact 828-SAFE (7233). Questions or concerns regarding the new RamSafe app can be sent to ramsafe@vcu.edu.
VCU faculty, staff and students are encouraged to use RamSafe for a safe ride when traveling to on-campus locations and nearby residences and buildings. To learn more about the service, visit go.vcu.edu/ramsafe.

This week

2018 Dogs On Call Calendar Sales

Add to calendar 15-12-2017 11:30:00 15-12-2017 13:30:00 America/New_York 2018 Dogs On Call Calendar Sales The Center for Human-Animal Interaction holds 2018 Dogs on Call calendar sales on the MCV Campus in the Sky Lobby of the Children's Pavilion. Attendees can meet the Dogs on Call therapy dogs and show support by purchasing a 2018 Dogs on Call calendar for $10. All proceeds support the Dogs on Call and The Center for Human-Animal Interaction and will help therapy dogs continue to spread joy to patients, students and staff. MCV Campus, Children's Pavilion, Sky Lobby Jessica Hale chai@vcuhealth.org DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Center for Human-Animal Interaction holds 2018 Dogs on Call calendar sales on the MCV Campus in the Sky Lobby of the Children's Pavilion. Attendees can meet the Dogs on Call therapy dogs and show support by purchasing a 2018 Dogs on Call calendar for $10. All proceeds support the Dogs on Call and The Center for Human-Animal Interaction and will help therapy dogs continue to spread joy to patients, students and staff.

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

Psychiatry Department Grand Rounds

Add to calendar 15-12-2017 11:45:00 15-12-2017 12:50:00 America/New_York Psychiatry Department Grand Rounds The Department of Psychiatry presents Grand Rounds with Lance Rappaport, Ph.D., LCP of the Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics, speaking on the topic of "Dynamic Processes in Depressive and Anxiety Disorders" in Sanger Hall, Room 1-044. All faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend this presentation. Sanger Hall Room 1-044 Casey Mangin casey.mangin@vcuhealth.org DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.

The Department of Psychiatry presents Grand Rounds with Lance Rappaport, Ph.D., LCP of the Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics, speaking on the topic of "Dynamic Processes in Depressive and Anxiety Disorders" in Sanger Hall, Room 1-044. All faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend this presentation.

Men's Basketball vs. Bucknell

Add to calendar 16-12-2017 18:00:00 16-12-2017 America/New_York Men's Basketball vs. Bucknell VCU Men's Basketball plays Bucknell in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center VCU Athletics athletics@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 at 6 p.m.

VCU Men's Basketball plays Bucknell in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center.

For more information, visit http://www.vcuathletics.com.

Coming up

Women's Basketball vs. Coppin St.

Add to calendar 18-12-2017 18:00:00 18-12-2017 America/New_York Women's Basketball vs. Coppin St. VCU Women's Basketball hosts Coppin St. in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. VCU Athletics athletics@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 at 6 p.m.

VCU Women's Basketball hosts Coppin St. in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center.

For more information, visit http://www.vcuathletics.com.

Chili’s at VCU Hosts Official Men’s Basketball Away Game Watch Parties

Add to calendar 03-01-2018 19:00:00 03-01-2018 America/New_York Chili’s at VCU Hosts Official Men’s Basketball Away Game Watch Parties This January, Chili's at VCU hosts the official Men's Basketball watch parties. Fans can catch the HAVOC live on each of Chilis' nine TVs as the team takes on St. Joseph's on Wednesday, Jan. 3, at 7 p.m.; La Salle on Saturday, Jan. 6, at 2 p.m.; Dayton on Friday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m.; St. Louis on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 9 p.m.; and George Mason on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 2 p.m. There will be food specials and attendees are encouraged to wear VCU gear for free giveaways and prizes. Follow VCUDine for details. Chili's at VCU Lauren Hay lhay@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018 at 7 p.m.

This January, Chili's at VCU hosts the official Men's Basketball watch parties. Fans can catch the HAVOC live on each of Chilis' nine TVs as the team takes on St. Joseph's on Wednesday, Jan. 3, at 7 p.m.; La Salle on Saturday, Jan. 6, at 2 p.m.; Dayton on Friday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m.; St. Louis on Tuesday, Jan. 23, at 9 p.m.; and George Mason on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 2 p.m. There will be food specials and attendees are encouraged to wear VCU gear for free giveaways and prizes. Follow VCUDine for details.

For more information, visit http://vcu.campusdish.com.

MCV Campus Winter Ball

Add to calendar 27-01-2018 20:00:00 27-01-2018 01:00:00 America/New_York MCV Campus Winter Ball The Student Government Association and Graduate and Professional Student Programming Board host the annual winter ball at the Richmond Omni Hotel, 100 S. 12th St. The event will be filled with food, music, dancing and a cash bar and is open to all VCU students. A valid government ID and VCU ID will be required for entry. Tickets are available at website below. Richmond Omni Hotel, 100 South 12th Street Amber McClay admcclay@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

The Student Government Association and Graduate and Professional Student Programming Board host the annual winter ball at the Richmond Omni Hotel, 100 S. 12th St. The event will be filled with food, music, dancing and a cash bar and is open to all VCU students. A valid government ID and VCU ID will be required for entry. Tickets are available at website below.

For more information, visit http://www.vcuwinterball.eventbrite.com.

Notices

RamSafe Service During Winter Break

RamSafe will operate on its normal service schedule, 5 p.m. to 8 a.m., throughout the winter break, with the exception of Saturday, Dec. 23, through Monday, Dec. 25. On these days, RamSafe will operate from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Interprofessional Symposium: Early Bird Registration Deadline Approaching

The Center for Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Care invites the VCU community to take advantage of the early bird registration rate for the sixth annual Emswiller Interprofessional Symposium. To save $25 off the registration price, register by Saturday, Dec. 16. For more information about the conference and to register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://rampages.us/ipe-symposium/.

Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow: Board of Directors Applications Accepted

The Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow Board of Directors seeks motivated and passionate students to join the team. The STAT board provides participants with great opportunities to build spirit and traditions, network with alumni and (new this year) cultivate student philanthropy. For the application, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/forms/5lx8MhiothZqlNb13.

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