Student Issue for August 12, 2020
Special Announcement
University Events Impacted Due to COVID-19
Events featured in TelegRAM have been moved to an online setting to avoid the spread of COVID-19. Please check with organizers for assistance in accessing the online venue. Information about the university's One VCU: Responsible Together plan for a phased return to campus is available at https://together.vcu.edu. It is the source for the latest VCU updates. You can also receive VCU Together notifications. Download "VCU Mobile" from your iOS or Android App Store, or visit https://mobile.vcu.edu with your smartphone and select the appropriate link.
Today
Prepare For the (Virtual) Fair
2 p.m.
VCU Career Services will host a workshop dedicated to helping in preparation for virtual career fairs. The event will explore the procedure of virtual fairs at VCU and best practices students can use to make their best possible impression on the employers.
For more information, contact Ash Taylor-Beierl at tayloram8@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6166 or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/events/520551.
Virtual Volunteer at VCU: General Body Meeting
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Virtual Volunteer at VCU has developed a number of virtual volunteering opportunities. If you are interested in becoming more involved in the Richmond community from the comfort of your room, RSVP to this URL: https://vcu.campusgroups.com/VirtualVolunteeratVCU/rsvp_boot?id=735430. Email updates and membership: https://vcu.campusgroups.com/VirtualVolunteeratVCU/club_signup. Questions: Akhila Kunuthuru, kunuthurua@mymail.vcu.edu; Jennifer Duong, duongjn@mymail.vcu.edu.
For more information, contact Sneha Gade at gadesr2@mymail.vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/virtualvolunteeratvcu/home/.
This week
VCU Libraries Community Zoom: Stories of Your Personal Treasures
Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Libraries collect materials of cultural and historical value. Library lovers are often collectors, too. While personal treasures may or may not have great cultural or historical value, they do have meaning. This session sponsored by VCU Libraries focuses on these objects — from childhood drawings to vacation mementos — and the stories they tell. Email the VCU Libraries Development Office at libdevelop@vcu.edu to receive a link to join the sessions.
For more information, contact Gregory Kimbrell at kimbrellgg@vcu.edu or (804) 393-2951 or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2020-2021/community-zooms.html.
Time Management Boot Camp
Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 at 2 p.m.
If you can dream up an ideal schedule for fall, the Campus Learning Center can help you reach your dean's list goals. Bring your class schedule and some colored markers and 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/tJUtduyhqj0qHtQo5lP824tLcaWYKSnfaise.
Demystifying the Art of Talking to Faculty
Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 at 5 p.m.
Join the Campus Learning Center and VCU faculty members to break down the myths surrounding office hours, student hours, how to send an email and how (and when) to ask questions. 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/tJwufuGgrj0tHdHB80krh2RXpxtilh_QbVF6.
Men of Color Discussion Group: Open Topic
Friday, Aug. 14, 2020 from noon to 1:15 p.m.
Roy Roach and Monquell Middleton will facilitate the discussion for students who identify as men of color. The group provides students a safe space to discuss issues related to the social, cultural and political aspects of their identities with supportive peers.
For more information, contact Monquell Middleton at mamiddleton@vcu.edu or visit http://omsa.vcu.edu/updates/.
Child Health Equity Theme Meeting
Friday, Aug. 14, 2020 at 3 p.m.
The first quarterly meeting of a group focusing on child health equity and research will be held online. Share your work and learn what others are doing. Find collaborators and expand your impact. Attendance counts toward maintaining membership in the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Child Health Research Institute and eligibility for grants. The Child Health Research Institute is a new entity formed within the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU. The institute has been approved by the School of Medicine and the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.
For more information, contact Henry Rozycki at hrozycki@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9602 or visit https://vcuhealth.zoom.us/j/93469469542.
Coming up
Class of 2024 T-Shirts
Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Students who did not receive a Class of 2024 T-shirt can stop by the Students Today Alumni Tomorrow table at the Compass to pick up a shirt.
For more information, contact Allison Toney at aktoney@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0311.
Auditions for VCU Jazz Ensembles
Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 at 1 p.m.
Non-music major brass, saxes and bassists are especially encouraged to audition for the VCU big bands and/or combos for credit. Auditions are by appointment at selected hours Aug. 17-19 in Room 1003, James W. Black Music Center, 1015 Grove Ave.
For more information, contact Antonio Garcia at ajgarcia@vcu.edu or visit http://www.arts.vcu.edu/music/about/ensembles/jazz-ensembles.
Exercise At Home
Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.
The Health and Wellness Library will present a class on exercising at home via Zoom. Join the Health and Wellness Library and Carrie Baines, health coach and personal trainer, for a discussion and demonstration of exercises that can be done at home with little or no equipment. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact K.J. Ricasata at ricasatakj@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/6916576.
Notices
VCUDining Updates
To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, VCUDine has added more choices, including touchless pay and two swipes per week at Chick-fil-A. Touchless payment methods include scanning your GET mobile app, tapping your VCUCard at the register, or using Apple Pay or Google Pay. Cash will not be accepted. Additionally, swipe exchange can be used twice a week, Monday through Saturday, at Chick-fil-A.
For more information, contact Lauren Hay at dining@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit https://vcu.campusdish.com/.
VCU Launches Temporary Cross-Campus Shuttle
To support VCU community members traveling cross-campus with increased safety concerns, VCU Parking and Transportation launched a temporary express shuttle on Aug. 14. Buses travel to designated stops at James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave.; One Capitol Square, 830 E. Main St.; and McGuire Hall, 1112 E. Clay St. Students and employees can ride by presenting a VCU or VCU Health System ID card to the driver upon boarding. Face masks must be worn upon boarding and while riding the bus at all times.
For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit http://go.vcu.edu/vcushuttle.
Other resources
VCU Libraries workshops
See a schedule of workshops and classes that teach how to use collections and databases.
LinkedIn Learning @ VCU
Navigate a vast library of online video tutorials to supplement teaching, learning, and professional development.
RamsConnect events
View all of the student events happening on campus and register for events that interest you.