12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will host a virtual overview of its programs and how students can become involved. A review of other VCU offices and departments that address diversity, inclusion, and equity topics will be included.

For more information, contact David Brown at http://omsa.vcu.edu/updates/ or (804) 828-6672 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/95816355889.

Friday, May 22, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join VCU Globe, a co-founder of Heian Daiko, members of River City Taiko and Lifelong Learning Institute members for a virtual introduction to Japanese drumming and an opportunity for intergenerational connections. Participants will learn about traditions associated with taiko and collaborate in a gentle rhythmic workout that can be done at home. All you need to participate are your hands and cushions. Sign up for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Audrey Short at aeshort@vcu.edu or (347) 234-6121 or visit https://forms.gle/4hJcArpE9aTA86kn7.

Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 11 a.m.

The VCU Zoom team and the VCU Information Security Office will present a live webinar on the best practices for scheduling and conducting secure Zoom meetings. Account settings will be reviewed, as well as in-meeting controls to lock out "Zoombombers" and create a secure virtual environment for all invited guests. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Morefield at zoom@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bKzAG1sYQkacRoC20X97WQ.

Tuesday, May 26, 2020 from noon to 1:15 p.m.

This virtual discussion group, hosted by VCU Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, is for students who identify as LGBTQIA+. The group will provide students a safe space to discuss issues with supportive peers related to the social, cultural and political aspects of their identities. Discussions will feature a specific topic related to navigating the world as a person with multiple identities. See Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Brown at dgbrown@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6672 or visit http://omsa.vcu.edu/updates/.

Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 7 p.m.

VCU Recreational Sports is holding an online eSports tournament. Registration is free and open to all. The Super Smash Bros. tournament will be played on Nintendo Switch. Register by May 26.

For more information, contact Will Adams at wpadams@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/about/virtual-programs/virtual-esports/.

Thursday, May 28, 2020 from 9 a.m. to noon

VCU's Department of Gerontology and World Events Forum will host a live webinar on person-centered care. Topics will include trauma-informed care, tools for caring, person-centered approaches and at-home activities. Gerontologists with experience in dementia care, diversity, long-term care and trauma-informed care will speak. Certificates of completion will be provided via email. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jay White at whitejt2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuagewaveevents.virginiainteractive.org/Home/Detail/395.

The VCU First Destination Survey is live for May 2020 graduates on Handshake at VCU. Responses to this survey will provide VCU with information used to improve career and academic advising, student recruitment and student services. Upon completion, participants will automatically be entered to win prizes. Log into the survey at the following URL. Names will not be associated with responses in any public way. In the next six months, participants will be able to review or change individual information.

For more information, contact Danielle Pearles at ddpearles@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2216 or visit http://tiny.cc/VCUFDS20.

PennyAppeal at VCU is a nonprofit student organization that is raising money to create “Blessing Bags” for homeless residents of Richmond. Donations will go toward food, clothing, hygienic products and other items. Donations may be made via the following LaunchGood URL.

For more information, contact Nor Bouyakoub at bouyakoubs@vcu.edu or visit http://www.launchgood.com/RelieveRichmond.

The deadline for COVA Care or COVA HealthAware participants to complete the online health assessment for Premium Rewards effective July 2020 has been extended to May 29.

For more information, contact VCU Human Resources, Benefits Administration at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/media/hr/documents/cova-premium-rewards-requirements-2020-2021.pdf.

VCU Police and VCU Arts are looking for student pitches and ideas for future safety videos. The extended deadline for entries is May 22. All that is needed is a cellphone or laptop with a video camera. Videos do not have to be highly produced and can be filmed from anywhere. The VCU student who submits the best idea will win $1,000 and a chance to have their idea professionally produced. Enter and see topics and contest rules at the following URL.

For more information, contact Aaron Anderson, Ph.D., at adanderson@vcu.edu or visit https://rampages.us/viralvideo/.

The VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education is currently offering a variety of online learning opportunities for VCU faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members. Continuing education is available in event planning, Google Analytics, mastering computer skills for the workplace, paralegal studies and test prep for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, SAT, ACT, MCAT, PCAT and DAT.

For more information, contact VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education at ocpe@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1322 or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/.

Virginia21’s Summer Leadership Institute is an intensive, virtual five-day event for young leaders to develop their skills. Join a diverse group of Virginia’s students to build a network and establish a road map for community engagement. Courses include Virginia's political landscape, management skills, professional citizen advocacy and more. The institute will be held July 22-26 via Zoom. Apply by May 31 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Adam Lockett at lockettam@vcu.edu or visit https://www.virginia21.org/SLI/ .

VCU Active and Supportive Personal Networks Lab seeks undergraduate and graduate students at the university to participate in a 30-minute online survey about their mental health, school achievement and social relationships. Compensation for time and participation will be provided. Find the survey at the following URL. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Claire Luce at lucece@mymail.vcu.edu or (804) 828-5411 or visit https://rampages.us/aspnlab/2019/09/28/welcome-to-aspn-lab/.