10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The VCU Writing Center will present a workshop, "Understanding Your Writing Process," 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 (540) 598-8097 or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/events/.

12 p.m.

Crystal Douglas and Cesley Musgni will lead a Women of Color Discussion Group focusing on design. The session will target art and design students. 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.

Tuesday, Sep. 8, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

September is Suicide Prevention Month and this interactive virtual Weeks of Welcome event, presented by University Counseling Services, will provide information and resources related to suicide prevention and supporting loved ones in crisis. University Counseling Services will offer a review of warning signs, dispel myths, explore how to show up for others with empathy and share practical guidance for getting help. The chance to win a University Counseling Services care package will be available.

For more information, contact Caroline Coffill at cscoffill@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit http://counseling.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU's Wei-Ning Wang, Ph.D., will speak at a virtual seminar hosted by Chemical and Life Science Engineering. His topic will be "A Microdroplet Approach for Rational Design of MOFs-based Functional Materials for Heterogeneous Catalysis." 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/94466072898.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation will host a Zoom workshop for faculty covering strategies for putting together a grant application’s many components on schedule and with ample time for review. Specific project-management tools will be shared to help participants organize a project around writing, refining and submitting proposals. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Melissa Throckmorton at throckmortms@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1443 or visit https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqduCprzosE9ytsUZXMHiEJ9XqsY3YgByd.

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.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. Learn how we experience change as individuals, participate in activities based on relevant change management theories and use actionable tools for managers to lead teams through the changes experienced at VCU. Register in Talent@VCU at the following link. (Users must be logged into Talent for the link to function).

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

Wednesday, Sep. 9, 2020 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Many programs, websites and applications help make the process of facilitating peer-to-peer interaction and managing group projects across a distance more engaging for instructors and students. This workshop, hosted by the VCU Libraries Workshop, covers a breadth of collaborative tools. 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/wednesdays-in-the-workshop.html.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2020 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This two-hour workshop via Zoom presented by VCU Human Resources will explore unconscious bias — social stereotypes about groups of people that form outside of our own conscious awareness. Participants will explore the origins of unconscious bias, its impact and tactics to combat unconscious bias and stereotypes. Register for the Zoom link in Talent@VCU. Users must be logged into Talent for the following URL to work.

For more information, contact Leslee Gensinger at learndev@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/2c820efa-f877-490a-95bf-9f4d16dae890.

Thursday, Sep. 10, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's Vice President for Research and Innovation will moderate a webinar on “Enhancing the Security and Integrity of America’s Research Enterprise” hosted by Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Kelvin Droegemeier. The event will include a Q&A session. All faculty, post-docs, staff researchers, graduate students and relevant research administrators from VCU and VCU Health are encouraged to attend and submit questions. Visit research.vcu.edu/integrity_compliance/research_security.htm for more.

For more information, contact VCU's Vice President for Research and Innovation at vpresearch@vcu.edu or visit http://research.vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2020 at noon

Join VCU Human Resources and Recreational Sports for a virtual guided meditation with Chelsea. Take a break from the news, social media, and class assignments or telework responsibilities to find a moment of quiet reflection. The 30-minute session will provide a sense of calm, peace and balance, while improving attention, focus and the ability to work through stressful circumstances. Register at Talent@VCU.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/worklife/.

Tuesday, Sep. 15, 2020 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute will host a HIGHER Ground Women's Leadership Development Program Virtual Open House. Hear firsthand experiences from program alumnae about how the program has affected them personally and professionally. A Q&A will also be included. Register at the following URL for the Zoom link. Questions, gehli.vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Kiara Faulks at faulksks@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkf-uprz4uEtSyDPSz5qV9w0grE0wCiPA6.

The VCU cross-campus shuttle will not be in operation on Sept. 7. Service will resume on Sept. 8.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275.

This virtual event, to be held Oct. 5, will provide an introduction to contemplative practices to help balance busy lives. It is an opportunity to nourish participants both intellectually and holistically and to explore wellness practices for self-care.

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

VCU Police has received nine reports of bike theft this academic year. Police encourage cyclists to take these steps to prevent theft: 1. Use a U-lock and secure to a bike rack. 2. Lock your bike in a well-lighted area. 3. Check on your bike periodically, wherever it’s parked. 4. Register your bike with VCU Police at the following URL. VCUPD provides free U-locks (while supplies last) to students, faculty and staff. To request a lock visit VCUPD at 224 E. Broad St. or email the following address.

For more information, contact VCU Police Crime Prevention Team at crimeprevreq@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1209 or visit https://police.vcu.edu/services/bike-registration/.

Effective the week of Sept. 8, the Ram Pantry will reopen by appointment only from noon-7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. To schedule an appointment, or for more information, contact the Ram Pantry Staff at the following email address, telephone number or URL.

For more information, contact Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at rampantry@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit https://dos.vcu.edu/services/ram-pantry/.

Equality VCU is soliciting nominations for the 15th annual LGBTQIA Burnside Watstein Awards. The award is given annually to recognize individuals who enrich the sense of community at the university and make a significant difference in the lives of LGBTQ faculty, staff and students. Faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members are all eligible. The deadline is Sept. 16. Offer a nomination at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dae Newman at newmanad@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1371 or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/EqualVCU/burnside-watstein-awards/.

On Sept. 5, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., East Marshall Street, between 11th and 13th streets, will be closed. The VCU Medical Center Gateway Building entrance and valet loop will also be closed. All vehicular and pedestrian traffic will be redirected to the Patient and Visitor Parking Deck, 529 N. 12th St. Detour signage will be in place.

For more information, contact Carrie Carroll at carrie.carroll@vcuhealth.org or visit https://www.vcuhealth.org/traffic.