12 p.m.

VCU C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host a virtual informational session about the new certificate program in clinical research. At the session, participants are encouraged to ask questions about the new program. Register for the session at this URL: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0sf--oqzguE900CFV2-fYdIQXlK4H9461T.

For more information, contact Catherine Brown at crbrown@vcu.edu or (804) 628-6511 or visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/education-and-training/certificate-program/.

2 p.m.

VCU Career Services and VCU Financial Aid will hold a mandatory federal work study training for supervisors. This training is intended to provide a thorough review of program expectations and updated requirements and is required for participation in academic year 2020-2021. If you have already attended a training session, you do not need to attend another. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ash Taylor-Beierl at tayloram8@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/FWSRegister2.

2 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will host an online webinar about the Goldwater Scholarship for all undergraduates in STEM fields who are interested in pursuing research careers. Jeff Wing will lead this session. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/natlscholar.

Friday, Jul. 10, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Hosted by the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence and facilitated by Jeff South, this presentation and discussion will explore ways to use current events, résumé-building exercises and humor to connect with students in large-enrollment online courses. You'll leave with a list of at least five things you can do to engage online learners and ensure student success as well as high course evaluations. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/ogzvyLXzV8qt6H7J6.

Friday, Jul. 10, 2020 from noon to 1:15 p.m.

Cristelle Brown will facilitate the discussion group, for students who identify as women of color. The group will provide students a safe space to discuss issues related to the social, cultural and political aspects of their identities with supportive peers. Discussions will feature a specific topic related to navigating the world as a person with multiple identities. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiana Ingram at ingramtd@vcu.edu or visit http://omsa.vcu.edu/updates/.

Tuesday, Jul. 14, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

Learn more about VCU’s Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. Information regarding tuition waivers and how to access individual education benefits will be provided to VCU and VCU Health Systems employees. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gsib@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4622 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/graduate-studies/webinar/evening-mba-program-webinar-071420.html.

Monday, Jul. 13, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Many understand the unique challenges and joys that daily life brings for families with special needs. VCU Human Resources realizes that special needs extend beyond the everyday — to long-term financial strategies. HR can help create a personalized strategy with a five-step process to help ensure the necessary lifestyle and care. This workshop will help ensure continued care for your loved one. Register in Talent.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/worklife/.

Tuesday, Jul. 14, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

"Canvas Intro and Q&A” sessions for faculty and staff are available throughout the summer. Sixty-minute online sessions, sponsored by VCU Academic Technologies, feature an overview of getting started with Canvas and will be followed by Q&A. The training schedule and links to join and/or register are posted on the VCU Canvas website at the following URL.

For more information, contact Eric Harvey at canvas@vcu.edu or visit https://learningsystems.vcu.edu/canvas/.

Tuesday, Jul. 14, 2020 from noon to 1:15 p.m.

A session on how to retire with the Virginia Retirement System will be offered online. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sandy Sanders at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit https://bit.ly/2IQFZcJ.

Tuesday, Jul. 14, 2020 from 9 a.m. to noon

VCU Environmental Health and Safety will hold online training for those who handle dangerous goods. Register for the class through BioRaft to be sent a Zoom invitation.

For more information, contact Barbara Back at bjback@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Jul. 15, 2020 at noon

Explore basic and foundational yoga postures to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body in a session hosted by VCU Human Resources. Participants will be encouraged to move mindfully by connecting movement with breath, and can expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition and ease of movement. Register in Talent@VCU.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/worklife/.

Thursday, Jul. 16, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Collaboration Services presents Google Drive - Collaboration in the Cloud. Keep all your work in one secure place with online file storage in Google Drive. Learn how to share and collaborate with others and access on any computer, smartphone or tablet. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Doctor Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/gogoogle.

Monday, Jul. 20, 2020 at noon

Join VCU Human Resources and Recreational Sports to strengthen all of the body's major muscle groups by participating in a bodyweight strength fitness class. The session focuses on using bodyweight with high repetitions. Participants will be guided through a series of exercises targeting the chest, back, arms, legs, glutes and core. Register in Talent@VCU.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/worklife/.

Need something from VCU Libraries' physical collection while the buildings remain closed? Get what you need with new pickup or delivery services. Request your books or media via search or other online form. Pick up your items or have them shipped for free to your home or office. See details at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2020-news/new-services-.html.

Applications are now available for 2021 cohorts of the VCU Leadership and HIGHER Ground programs in The VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs.

For more information, contact The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute at gehli@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1169 or visit http://www.gehli.vcu.edu.

VCU's Department of Psychology invites African American college students to participate in an online survey that seeks to understand factors that influence their food choices. The survey takes about 30-35 minutes to complete. SONA credit is available for VCU psychology students who take the survey via SONA. All other participants have a chance to receive compensation. To participate, visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Danyel Smith at smithdi@mymail.vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/ycqgax2u.