11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will present an open house for Focused Inquiry Students on Zoom. The Zoom link is hosted on the center's events page. Meet the staff of student writing consultants and start the journey to becoming a stronger, more efficient writer.

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

3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Gain a deeper and more advanced understanding of the creative tool used by Hollywood filmmakers, TV editors and anyone with a story to tell. Adobe video expert Jonathan Carrera will present Premiere Pro's newest features, workflows and automated tools powered by Adobe Sensei that speed up time-consuming tasks to allow time to focus on the story. The session is hosted by the VCU Libraries Workshop in collaboration with VCU's da Vinci Center. Details 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/wednesdays-in-the-workshop.html.

4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee will present a virtual dialogue. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shawn C.T. Jones at scjones4@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/ur88YJgt5VPmHDZVA.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU Career Services will host a series of workshops focused on preparing for the job search. Those who attend will have opportunities to write a résumé, gain interview skills, write cover letters and improve overall wellness before embarking on a new career. Register for the second session in the series, "Cover Letters," at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Engel at engele2@vcu.edu or (540) 848-0525 or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/events/603394?ref=events-search.

9 a.m.

The VCU Health Hub at 25th will host a hygiene supply drive in partnership with the Richmond Public Library to benefit those experiencing financial hardship and housing insecurity. The drive will be held Oct. 28-Nov. 30 with collection boxes at James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave.; Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences, 509 N. 12th St.; Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St.; and VCU Police, 224 E. Broad St. Travel sizes of the following items are requested: shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste, deodorant, sunscreen, hand sanitizer, combs and feminine hygiene products.

For more information, contact Tito Luna at taluna@vcu.edu or visit http://community.vcu.edu.

Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 at 11 a.m.

How can we be sure those collecting our own personal data are being responsible with it? How can we ensure that trust is built and maintained? These questions and more will be addressed at the fourth of five Fall Virtual Rams Mini-Forum Series. Dan Han, VCU chief information security officer, will speak. Register at Talent@vcu and search for Rams Forum for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Stacy West at smwest@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1446.

Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

The online Post-baccalaureate Graduate Certificate in Health Behavior Coaching is accepting applications for its next cohort. The program is managed by VCU's Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences. The deadline for a spring cohort (minimum eight students) is Jan. 4, 2021. The deadline for a fall cohort (minimum eight students) is July 16, 2021. Questions: https://khs.vcu.edu/graduate/post-bacc-health-behavior-coaching-certificate/ or http://bulletin.vcu.edu/graduate/college-humanities-sciences/kinesiology-health-sciences/health-behavior-coaching-cert/. Register for the Zoom informational session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Joann T. Richardson at jtrichar@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkfumpqTwuH92I71p9nLQ7psiENgHO0j7G.

Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The National Scholarship Office will host two identical virtual informational sessions. The sessions will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 29 and 1 p.m. Oct. 30. Learn more about how to apply for a variety of nationally competitive scholarships. Register at the following URL.

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

Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Storytelling and Healing and Active Minds will present a two-part exploration of student mental health narratives and artistic self-expression in healing. Students are invited to join via Zoom for an open discussion, reflection and creative exercises and from 6-7 p.m. Nov. 12 for a student presentation of artistic and written work. Submissions in any creative and narrative format will be accepted, including but not limited to testimonies, fiction or nonfiction pieces, poetry, musical compositions, visual media and more. Questions: storytellingandhealing@gmail.com. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/97403531494. Students interested in submitting works should complete the application form at the following URL by Nov. 4.

For more information, contact Rachel Bastien at bastienrd@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/2m4DJobB9W8gorRV9.

Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Heart to Soul in Action is partnering with Ronald McDonald House Charities and The Doorways for an informational panel session. Panelists will discuss the mission of their respective organizations, their success stories and how VCU students can help them make an impact in the Richmond community. Participants will be entered into a raffle to win an Amazon Gift Card and will also receive an hour of volunteering for joining. Questions: email heart2soulinaction@gmail.com or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/hearttosoul/home/. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Harshita Balla at ballah@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/skype/7751186498.

Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Resilient Upsilon Chapter of Psi Sigma Phi Multicultural Fraternity, Inc. in collaboration with Casa Alitas Program from Tucson, Ariz., will present “What It Means To Support La Frontera,” a conversation on the crisis affecting thousands of people at the border. The panel will include VCU students, alumni, VCU staff and a representative from Casa Alitas. RSVP to the chapter's email, upsilon@phimen.us, for Zoom link and to submit any questions.

For more information, contact Alejandro Lucero at lucerocruzca@vcu.edu or visit https://www.instagram.com/psp_resilientupsilon/.

Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Design thinking is all about collaboration and problem solving. This workshop, hosted by VCU's da Vinci Center, is an entry level introduction to the design-thinking process and will focus on empathy, ideation, innovation, problem solving and an introduction to prototyping. This virtual workshop is free and open only to VCU students. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/design-thinking-oct.

Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 at 7 p.m.

Queer Night of Expression, hosted by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, gives LGBTQIA+ students the opportunity to celebrate their identities through any artistic expression. Those looking for an opportunity to express themselves in a welcoming environment and identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community are encouraged to sign up to perform. Those who are not interested in performing but would like to attend are encouraged to register. Register at the following URL, either to perform or attend.

For more information, contact Kim Green at greenk2@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/vcuomsa.

Monday, Nov. 2, 2020 from 10 a.m. to noon

How can design thinking be used to impact social justice? Participate in a VCU da Vinci Center Design Jam to examine social justice challenges through the lens of human-centered design and design thinking. This is a free, one-day event and is open to all undergraduate and graduate students. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/IDEATE-jam.

Monday, Nov. 2, 2020 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

VCU's chapter of the American Marketing Association will host guest speaker Karen Multer, a professional presenter and founder of her own corporate communications company, SKM Creative. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. The meeting ID is 955 0547 8360.

For more information, contact Melissa Denisco-Morici at deniscomorims@vcu.edu or (609) 902-6464 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/95505478360.

Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 from 11 a.m. to noon

The Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence will present a session focusing on strategies to create a cycle of community, engagement and feedback that can be utilized to shift the normative behaviors in an online class. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/vqKDJX4QxwmhBGZg9.

Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Learning Systems has collaborated with a Canvas learning specialist to develop training customized specifically for VCU faculty. Learn tips and details for utilizing course evaluation and accessibility in Canvas. Register at the following URL, keyword "Canvas." For more training opportunities, visit the VCU Canvas website at https://go.vcu.edu/learn-canvas.

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

Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Take a break from your work day to explore some basic and foundational yoga postures that are practiced to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. Participants will be encouraged to move mindfully, connecting movement to breath. Participants can expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition and ease of movement. This session will be hosted 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/.

Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Libraries' Advance Your Research series continues with "American Psychological Association Seventh Edition: What You Need to Know." This webinar will introduce those who attend to changes to the latest edition of the APA Style Manual. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/calendar/workshops/APA7.

Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

A workshop for first-time renters will walk participants through the process of finding and renting their first apartment. Learn about deposits, leases, budgets, tenant/landlord rights and more. Those unable to attend the workshop can schedule an appointment at the following email address. Questions: http://offcampus.vcu.edu. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at offcampus@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAucuGtrj4iHdZbC_RBsNJz0VoeSz3rKgB-.

Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Center for Corporate Education will present the Project Management 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 run on half-days on Nov. 11, 13, 16, 18, 20 and 23. Questions: email corp-ed@vcu.edu.

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

VCU's Office of Continuing and Professional Education is currently offering a variety of online learning opportunities for faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members. Topics include counseling and behavioral health continuing education modules, event planning courses, certificate in paralegal studies, play therapy workshops, GRE, GMAT and LSAT prep classes and free intro sessions, ACT and SAT prep classes and free strategy workshops, and MCAT, PCAT and DAT prep courses.

For more information, contact VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education at ocpe@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1322 or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/courses/.

Do you want a "Black Patients Matter" pin? Or maybe a "Racism Is a Public Health Issue" pin? The Student National Medical Association is partnering with Melanin Med to offer enamel lapel pins. Part of the proceeds will go to the VCU chapter of SNMA. Order by Nov. 2 at the following URL. Pins will be available at the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, 1201 E. Marshall St., at the end of the fundraiser.

For more information, contact Victoria Ngo at ngovm2@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/vcusnmapins.

VCU's Human Resources Department of Learning, Development and Organizational Culture has launched an eLearning course about the Immunity to Change learning and change process. Additional resources and an online Google Form are included for those interested in participating in a 90-minute session with a trained facilitator. Register in Talent@VCU at the following URL or search in the Learning Management System for Immunity to Change. A pdf version of the course is also available.

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/3kw7ARe.

PennyAppeal at VCU is hosting a winter clothing drive for students to donate clothes to the homeless residents of Richmond. All items received from the drive will be donated to Grace and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. Gloves, coats, shirts and pants are most needed. The drive will run through Oct. 29. A drop-off bin will be available next to the information desk in the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Samah Nor Bouyakoub at bouyakoubs@vcu.edu.