12 p.m.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will host a virtual program offering students, staff, faculty and community members a space to process their returns to campus, current protests and feelings about the pandemic. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiana Ingram at ingramtd@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/vcuomsa.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU Transfer Center will welcome transfer students to campus with addresses by VCU President Michael Rao, Ph.D., and Senior Vice Provost for Student Affairs Charles Klink, Ph.D. A transfer student panel will be available to answer questions. Register on RamsConnect at the following URL.

For more information, contact Angela Aslanska at adaslanska@vcu.edu or visit http://cglink.me/c73209172914573.

12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Student organization leaders and advisors are invited to a session to learn the basics of RamsConnect to ensure your organization is running smoothly. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Donte Sharpe at dsharpe2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/theundergroundthehub/rsvp_boot?id=743510.

5:30 p.m.

Through a career in sound art, electronic music and soundtrack composition, Stephen Vitiello has created works in which sound is a primary medium. In this lecture, presented by VCUArts, Vitiello discusses the interdisciplinary power and potential of audio and visual art, especially at VCUarts. Admission is free and open to the public. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kelly Kerr at kkerr@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JHyZ3kblSm6MPjuL2PDtTg.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2020 at noon

VCU will conduct a full test of its emergency communications and alerting systems, including sirens throughout the Monroe Park and MCV campuses. The full test will include the sirens along with text messages, Alertus boxes, mass email, digital signs, desktop alerts, LiveSafe, VCU Mobile, social media and VCU website information — all part of a multichannel system for communicating emergency information to VCU students, faculty, staff, visitors and the community. VCU Police will send out a text message to let the community know that all testing has concluded.

For more information, contact VCU Emergency Management Staff at vcualert@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Sep. 3, 2020 at 7 p.m.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will present a virtual program intended to give the feel of a barbershop environment. Men of color are welcome to attend and connect. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Monquell Middleton at mamiddleton@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/vcuomsa.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2020 from noon to 12:45 p.m.

Student organization leaders and advisors are invited to a session to discover your strengths and learn to lead with your talents. Questions, contact studentorgs@vcu.edu. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Donté Sharpe at dsharpe2@vcu.edu or visit http://cglink.me/r743500.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2020 at 5 p.m.

Do you have a pressing question? Do you want to know about your health and wellness? Check out Ask a Health Educator. Health Educators from The Health Promotion and Well-Being Center will be available to answer individual questions. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Keyuna Patterson at pattersonk7@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/92520768553.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2020 at 7 p.m.

When Robb Crocker discovered booze as a 12-year-old, all his problems went away. He went on a bender from life. Then he decided he wanted to live. Join Crocker, a VCU alumnus from the Robertson School and a Ph.D student in MATX; Dave Coogan, Ph.D., VCU Department of English; and VCU students to discuss the ways writing changed their recovery journeys. The event is hosted by Rams in Recovery and Writing Our Way Out — The Podcast. Crocker's story, told in episode six, is available at Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Libsyn.

For more information, contact David Coogan at dcoogan@vcu.edu or visit https://www.facebook.com/events/321160035754455.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2020 at 7 p.m.

The Pre-Law Society of VCU will host a virtual open house to discuss goals for the semester and share resources and study material. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Matt Tessema at Tessemame@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/click?linkid=926f01a0-64b8-4d9b-8a54-17eee9b5ba9d.

Friday, Sep. 4, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Rainbow Group is a support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, non-binary, queer, asexual and intersex students. Rainbow Group offers a safe space to get information, connect with others and seek support with relationships, family and friends, coming out, transitioning, questioning and identity development. The group meets via Zoom on Fridays at 3 p.m. Registration is required by emailing the following address.

For more information, contact Camille Rudney at rudneycm@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://counseling.vcu.edu/services/therapy-and-support-groups/rainbow-group/.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2020 at 1 p.m.

Assistant Director for Strategic Partnerships and Outreach Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Rocky Carmine will discuss "VCU Honor System and Standards of Academic Conduct" at a remote seminar presented by VCU's Chemical and Life Science Engineering. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Desiney Lowery at dlowery3@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7789 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/95707151292.

Wednesday, Sep. 2, 2020 from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Student organization leaders and advisors are invited to a session to learn how to take RamsConnect skills to the next level and create a new level of engagement with your organization and the VCU community.

For more information, contact Donté Sharpe at studentorgs@vcu.edu or visit http://cglink.me/r743522.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2020 at 7 p.m.

Media, Art and Text doctoral students will share their interdisciplinary research with the larger VCU community at the MATX Showcase. The event will feature five-minute presentations of current research being conducted by doctoral students and candidates in MATX. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Megan Ratliff at ratliffm2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gCNEYMNfSAeHQc6sHHhfFQ.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2020 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU School of Business will host BOSS (Business Organizations and Student Services) days on Sept. 9 and Sept. 10 to learn how to become involved in the business school. The event is the School of Business’ version of Student Organization and Volunteer Opportunities Fair. The virtual fair can be accessed through VCU RamsConnect at the following URL. The booths will be "live" to video chat and message with students in the organizations from 4-6 p.m. Sept. 9 and 1-3 p.m. Sept. 10.

For more information, contact Emily Fox at busorgs@vcu.edu or (804) 827-8888 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/home_login.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2020 from 9 a.m. to noon

Rams in Recovery invites faculty, staff and students to a training session designed to help participants better support students and loved ones in recovery. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Thomas N. Bannard at bannardtn@vcu.edu or (804) 366-8027 or visit https://goo.gl/2hY6KC.

Monday, Sep. 28, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Center for Corporate Education will present the Project Manager Professional Exam Prep program online for Fall 2020. This course is geared for participants looking to fulfill the remaining 14 education hours for the PMP or refresh before taking the PMP exam. This class will be held Sept. 28-29. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Carrie Hawes at corp-ed@vcu.edu or visit http://go.vcu.edu/corped.

The Simple Sunflower is a VCU community service organization seeking volunteers from all walks of life. During periodic weekend events, participants create bouquets for patients at the VCU hospital with fresh flowers from local weddings. No long-term commitment or prior experience necessary. Sign up at the following URL.

For more information, contact Eleanor Love at lovee@vcu.edu or visit http://www.thesimplesunflower.com.