Wednesday, Jul. 15, 2020 at 1:30 p.m.

VCU Link is a customized tool created by VCU Alumni which allows students to connect for career advice and flash mentoring. The system features virtual meetings and template outreach messages. This session will be a tutorial for using VCU Link to network and explore. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Krystle Dorsey at kydorsey@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcrcumsqzMiG9C4AMsusYLCLhQb-UXCJCkw.

Wednesday, Jul. 15, 2020 at 10 a.m.

VCU National Scholarship Office will host two online webinars for graduate students who are interested in working for the federal government. Jeff Wing will lead informational sessions regarding the Presidential Management Fellowship at 10 a.m. July 15 and 2 p.m. July 16. 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.

Wednesday, Jul. 15, 2020 at 10 a.m.

While a strong résumé and cover letter can help secure an interview, it’s a successful interview experience that lands the job. With new social distancing restrictions, your next job or internship interview may well be held remotely. This session, sponsored by VCU Career Services, will focus on tips and strategies for a strong interview, whether in person or remotely. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Haley Sims at hgsims@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMpc-2grzMuGtf7Eqga5x-T7_7ge-xOqNJN.

Wednesday, Jul. 15, 2020 at noon

VCU Writing Center will host an interactive workshop to help demystify the writing process by breaking it into manageable chunks. Learn how to get started before the last minute and become a smarter, more efficient writer. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brian McTague at bjmctague@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kduyvpj0sHNEmGp0vEQAEkVPXCjgiImC9.

Wednesday, Jul. 15, 2020 at 3 p.m.

Learn about VCU Campus Learning Center and ask questions about learning support and time management at an online session. Register for a Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Michal Coffey at mzcoffey@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEldeurrTwrHtYDm4KHOAiaLLMpeH3M8-wL.

Thursday, Jul. 16, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

The new Children's Hospital of Richmond Research Institute is starting. Zoom in to hear about major themes, becoming a member and the new grants programs that are the heart of the institute. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Henry J. Rozycki, M.D., at hjrozycki@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9602 or visit https://chrichmond.org/CHRIzoom.

Thursday, Jul. 16, 2020 at noon

Do you feel as if you're being pulled in all directions? VCU Campus Learning Center will host a discussion about managing priorities and creating balance in a busy world. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Michal Coffey at mzcoffey@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsceyspz8qG9MJNjy0q6CiUZkid_mRBw-i.

Friday, Jul. 17, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study as part of a financial aid package? FWS is an opportunity to work in a student-focused position on or near campus to earn money while taking classes at VCU. This session, hosted by VCU Career Services and Financial Services, will explain how to apply for FWS jobs, find the best opportunity based on career goals and maximize money received throughout the year. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ash Taylor-Beierl at tayloram8@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6166 or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/events/520556.

Friday, Jul. 17, 2020 from noon to 1:15 p.m.

VCU Office of Multicultural Student Affairs presents a discussion facilitated by Deon Brown and Monquell Middleton. The group is for students who identify as men of color and provides a safe space with supportive peers to discuss issues related to the social, cultural and political aspects of their identities.

For more information, contact Monquell Middleton at mamiddleton@vcu.edu or visit http://omsa.vcu.edu/updates/.

Monday, Jul. 20, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU Office of Multicultural Student Affairs and University Counseling Services are offering three affinity discussion groups. Register for any or all of the "Let's Talk" groups at the following URL.

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

Tuesday, Jul. 21, 2020 at noon

VCU's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs will hold an open house via Zoom for its graduate programs. An overview of the school's graduate programs, benefits and application procedures will be presented. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at losapior@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/JulyWSgrad.

Friday, Jul. 24, 2020 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Honors College Summer Undergraduate Research Program (HSURP) welcomes participants virtually for the HSURP 2020 Research Session. This session gives those who take part in the program the opportunity to grow in this experiential learning opportunity and present their summer research projects. Register for the event at https://tinyurl.com/yas5mf97.

For more information, contact Laura Blunt at honorssa@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1803 or visit https://honors.vcu.edu/academics/engaged-learning--research/hsurp/.

The 2020 digital edition of The Compass orientation guide has just been released. See it at the following URL. Produced by students for students, The Compass is an award-winning publication created for new and transfer students and their families at VCU. This publication offers guides to living on campus, staying healthy and making the most out of time spent at the university.

For more information, contact Owen Martin at martinso@vcu.edu or visit https://issuu.com/vcustudentmedia/docs/the_compass_2020.

VCU Graduate School is accepting applications for its virtual 2020-2021 Graduate School Mentorship Program. The program matches undergraduate and graduate students in mentoring relationships to expose students to the graduate experience and to provide graduate students with the opportunity to develop mentoring skills. Applications for mentors and those who wish to be mentored should be submitted by July 31 and are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Graduate School at gsmp@vcu.edu or visit https://graduate.vcu.edu/development/mentorship.html.

VCU Massey Cancer Center is seeking partners in the "Together for Health – Virginia" research program, which will use data gathered from individuals in communities throughout the commonwealth to identify and address the various factors that result in health disparities. Visit the following URL to sign up, or download the app in Google Play or the App Store by searching “Together for Health – Virginia.”

For more information, contact John Wallace at wallacej@vcu.edu or visit https://togetherforhealth.vcu.edu/.