12 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.

FDA Clinical Pharmacology Labeling Lead Mongthuong Tran will speak at a virtual seminar hosted by the Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation. Her topic will be "Transforming Drug Labeling to Better Translate Science to Clinical Practice." Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Madeleine Wagner at cppi@vcu.edu or (804) 404-3869 or visit http://bit.ly/CPPIseminars.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Rams for Hope will host a virtual prize wheel to help participants gain information and become familiar with resources about suicide prevention. Enter a raffle for a University Counseling Services care package. Questions: http://counseling.vcu.edu. Register at the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Caroline Coffill at cscoffill@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit https://zoom.us/j/98713744857?pwd=aWx6REl0alFmQ3Vjd1Q5WlpZSGhlUT09.

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence will present a workshop on mid-career term faculty promotion. Gypsy Denzine, senior vice provost for faculty affairs, will discuss timeline and review, insights about what to include when moving forward and answer any questions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/8RbNqkcc6EojRksWA.

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will present a workshop via Zoom. The link is hosted on the center's events page at the following URL. The workshop will help demystify the college writing process by breaking it down into manageable chunks, including brainstorming and how to get started to avoid procrastinating until the last minute. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/events/.

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Ilya Kaminsky, winner of the 2020 Levis Reading Prize for "Deaf Republic," will read from his book. This event, free and open to all via Zoom, is organized by the VCU Department of English and VCU Libraries. Registration is required. Register at the following URL.

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/levis-2020.html.

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Collective Corazón will host a student roundtable discussion on Latinx disparities during COVID-19. The discussion will focus on how Latinx students at VCU can mitigate the barriers that prevent the Latinx population from receiving proper health care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Students of all disciplines are welcome to join. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Roma Kankaria at kankariara2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/91772503306.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence will present a workshop on developing allies in the academy. Explore the concepts of identity and belonging and discuss receiving and offering effective support. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://ctle.vcu.edu/events/workshops/.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Office of Student Experience lecture series as Lisa Webb, assistant vice president for Health Sciences, offers an introductory understanding of implicit bias, cultural humility, asset-based health care and why this matters as a physician/practitioner and student. The talk is designed with health sciences students in mind. Questions: https://rampages.us/studentexp2/. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Chelsea Gary at studentexp@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2472 or visit https://www.pubapps.vcu.edu/vphs/OSEReg/Form.aspx?EventTypeID=13.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2020 from noon to 2 p.m.

Christine Sun Kim uses the medium of sound in performance and drawing to investigate her relationship with spoken languages and her aural environment. Wavelength is an online lecture series that is a collaboration between VCUarts, the ICA and VCUarts Qatar. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kelly Kerr at kkerr@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/wavelength-christine-sun-kim/.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Human Resources and the Learning, Development and Organizational Culture team will present a 60-minute virtual practice session on speaking up when others put your safety at risk. Register in Talent@VCU.

For more information, contact Jeremy Bost at jbost2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/32730d40-023f-4b6b-beab-33547e320c97.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2020 from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This virtual employer showcase hosted by VCU Career Services will introduce UNIQLO, VCU's employer partner. Learn about the organization's role in the fashion industry, what they do, how they do it and what they look for in candidates. A Q&A will follow a brief presentation. The session will be open to students of all years and majors. Register through Handshake.

For more information, contact VCU Careers Services at careers@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Sep. 29, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

A panel of experts from VCU Massey Cancer Center, Virginia State University, Capital Area Health Network and Hitting Cancer Below the Belt will discuss colorectal cancer and preventive screening options.

For more information, contact Melissa Mitchell at mmitchell9@vcu.edu or visit https://www.facebook.com/VCUMasseyCancerCenter.

Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2020 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This experiential session hosted by the Career Development Collaborative career group on advising diverse populations is designed to help you learn how to tackle the I.D.E.A. (inclusive, diversity, equity and accessibility) within your space to help educate and advocate for your students as they navigate their college experience and beyond. Participants will learn how the systems and institutions in place have created a structure that promotes bias and what responsibility we all have in dismantling it. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lorayah Lenore at ltlenore@vcu.edu or visit https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAocu2uqDIoG9TFiFDdt3cR3xnjvhASx-9P.

Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

This 90-minute online workshop presented by VCU Human Resources and the Learning, Development and Organizational Culture team will provide knowledge, skills and tools to implement successful change initiatives. Register in Talent@VCU.

For more information, contact Jeremy Bost at jbost2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/771126d4-db2f-484d-bce7-59d580240fdc.

Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2020 at noon

VCU School of Medicine will host its Annual Faculty Excellence Awards Program. This virtual event honors outstanding faculty in the areas of teaching, humanism in medicine, professional achievement of women in medicine, clinical excellence and leadership in graduate medical education. Livestream the event at the following URL.

For more information, contact Deborah Stewart at deborah.stewart@vcuhealth.org or (804) 828-6591 or visit http://go.vcu.edu/somfacawards.

Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2020 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Chioke I’Anson, Ph.D., assistant professor of African American Studies at VCU and underwriting announcer at NPR, will lead an online discussion about how to draft a script for a podcast. The Community Media Center is geared toward students interested in media, professional radio hosts or a community member with something to say. Learn practical and profitable production skills from experts. Build community with other storytellers and get your voice out in the world. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Meredith Carrington at mtcarrington@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/communitymedia/.

Wednesday, Sep. 30, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Soon-to-be graduates can drop in to visit virtually with Alumni Relations staff to learn about opportunities after graduation. Complete a few requirements and possibly earn some alumni swag. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Allison Toney at aktoney@gmail.com or visit https://rb.gy/e9x60e.

Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020 from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

This class will help build a more stable, powerful abdomen and lower back to improve fitness, straighten posture and provide a foundation for an active daily life. The class is sponsored by VCU Human Resources and VCU Recreational Sports. 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/.

Friday, Oct. 2, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The American Red Cross will host a blood drive at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., next to VCU Brandt-Rhoads Residence Halls. All blood donations will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies.

For more information, contact Katie Miller at katherine.miller2@redcross.org or visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Pacecenter.

Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Connect with over 60 organizations across a variety of industries to find job opportunities or learn about careers. Those who attend will have an opportunity meet one on one or in groups with recruiters. Register in Handshake.

For more information, contact Quintrel Lenore at qslenore@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/17070/student_preview?token=6OfRtbfxx__vW6QEny3N-H1aVqGgPW8Y-cploMgTqDKfrf7ywSBBJg.

Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020 from noon to 2 p.m.

A Canvas consultant will lead a two-hour, online open discussion event for VCU faculty. This is an opportunity for VCU instructors to ask questions about all things Canvas. Register at https://training.vcu.edu, keyword "Canvas." For the full Canvas training schedule, visit the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

The VCU Toastmasters Club will host a fall open house. The organization is open to faculty, staff, students and community members. Regular weekly meetings are held online on Wednesdays from 12:05 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Laura Osborne at lmnosborne@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0349 or visit https://vcutoastmasters.com/.

Monday, Oct. 26, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Center for Corporate Education will present the Project Management Essentials program online for Fall 2020. This four-day course is geared for participants looking for a project management overview. The class will run on half-days on Oct. 26, Oct. 28, Oct. 30 and Nov. 2. Questions: email corp-ed@vcu.edu.

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

Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 at 11:45 a.m.

The VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute announces that registration is now open for its 14th Annual HIGHER Ground Women's Leadership Conference. The theme, "Not Waiting to Lead," will encourage women to explore how to break free of leadership models that undervalue women and embolden women to take the lead without needing to hold position. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kiara Faulks at faulksks@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1169 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/conference/.

Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020 at 6 p.m.

In conjunction with Hispanic Heritage Month, VCU Career Services will host “Working While Latinx,” the second entry in the "Working While Other" panel series. This panel will critically examine how being Latinx impacts the workplace experience across many different industries. Hear perspectives from working professionals across a variety of industries. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ash Taylor-Beierl at tayloram8@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6166 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0qcuqoqjosGd2ZXSwwq_hvB6UC43uvcNa1.

Graduates can now shop for regalia at Barnes and Noble on the Monroe Park Campus. Representatives from Balfour will be taking appointments from noon-5 p.m. through Oct. 2 to answer graduation-related questions and order class rings. Visit https://v2.waitwhile.com/book/balfour to schedule an appointment. Orders placed for rings by Oct. 2 will be delivered in time for commencement.

For more information, contact Allison Toney at alumni@vcu.edu or visit https://www.balfour.com/VCU.

The Special Collections and Archives departments at James Branch Cabell Library and Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences are serving researchers on-site in library buildings by appointment only from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To make an appointment, request research assistance or schedule an online instruction session, contact Cabell Library, libjbcsca@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1108; Tompkins-McCaw, libtmlsca@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9898.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2020-news/sca-open-by-appointment-only.html.