Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Almost since the beginning of computing, people have used computers to create choreography. This lecture-demonstration will introduce algorithmic choreography. The use of computers in dance will be discussed, specifically the making of Terpsicode, a programming language for live-coding dance performance scores created by Kate Sicchio. The event will be presented by VCUarts.

For more information, contact Kelly Kerr at kkerr@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/vcuarts-faculty-lecture-series-algorithmic-choreography-kate-sicchio/.

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Learn more about the VCU Master of Decision Analytics Professional Track program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. Alumni will speak about their experience in the program, highlighting the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. Program administration will join the alumni to answer questions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/event-webinar-dapt-120120?program=DAPT.

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

Learn more about the VCU Executive MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. Alumni will speak about their experiences in the program including the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. Program administration will join the alumni to answer questions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/event-webinar-emba-120120?program=EMBA.

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Learn about Dominion Youth Services, a VCU employer partner, at this virtual employer showcase. Find out about this organization's role in the social assistance industry, what they do, how they do it and what they look for in candidates. A Q&A from participants will follow a brief presentation. Students of all years and majors are encouraged to attend. Register through Handshake.

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

Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Duron Chavis, founder and director of Happily Natural Day, has transformed the ICA parking lot into a resiliency garden intended to help create a culture of urban farming and inspire city residents to make positive environmental and social change. In this session, Chavis discusses his vision. Those who attend may join via Zoom. To receive a link to join the sessions, contact the VCU Libraries Development Office at libdevelop@vcu.edu.

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.

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 at 5 p.m.

The VCU chapter of Student National Medical Association will host a panel discussion in conjunction with a screening of the documentary, "HEARD: An Insight Into Life in Richmond's Public Housing." A link to the documentary will be sent to participants who RSVP, and a panel of Richmond community members will explore the challenges of public housing. Each participant is asked to contribute $5 as part of a fundraiser for the Better Housing Coalition. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Victoria Ngo at ngovm2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/Nfe9JpUE5vnYQ8mb7.

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Amanda Hall, Ph.D., and Maghboeba Mosavel, Ph.D., will lead the first in a three-part series hosted by the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Participants will be introduced to the conditions and contexts for community-engaged research while exploring the fundamental principles and approaches to it, as well as the skills needed to work with community members. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rob DiRenzo at direnzor@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dCJu78WzS2W1V-vO5lt5nw.

VCU Libraries' services and spaces will remain available Nov. 30 through Jan. 23 with reduced hours after the exam period. Both James Branch Cabell Library and Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences buildings will be closed Dec. 19 through Jan. 3. Vast collections of online resources remain available 24/7.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2020-news/winter-break-2020.html.

Human Resource Management is a major functional area of all businesses and includes activities such as employee recruitment/selection, training and development, employee relations, compensation/benefits, performance evaluation and human resource planning. The minor in human resource management consists of 18 credits and includes classes such as managing people in organizations, human resource management, staffing organizations, compensation management and leadership.

For more information, contact Cody Symanietz at csymanietz@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/academics/management-and-entrepreneurship/.

August and December grads are invited to upload a 10-second video clip using the graduate upload submission form to share a message or shout-out. The clips will be used in the virtual commencement at 10 a.m. on Dec. 12. The deadline for submissions is 6 p.m. Nov. 30. Details are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Office of University Events at UNIVevents@vcu.edu or visit https://graduations.vanwagner.com/student-information/?sch=VCU.

The Monroe Park Campus commuter parking sale will begin at 9 a.m. on Dec. 2. Housing permits for students with on-campus assignments are available online. Off-campus student housing permits will be available online on Dec. 8.

For more information, contact VCU Parking and Transportation at parking@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7275 or visit https://parking.vcu.edu/parking/students/monroe-park-campus-sale/.

The Philips Institute in VCU's School of Dentistry has launched a new MS program. Applications are now open for this two-year program designed for students who wish to improve their résumé for professional school, a Ph.D. program or to gain laboratory experience for jobs in industry. Research topics include cancer, microbiology and immunology, bioengineering and dental public health.

For more information, contact Oonagh Loughran, Ph.D., at oloughran@vcu.edu or visit https://philipsinstitute.vcu.edu/postgraduate/microbiology/.

The Cashier's Office at Grace Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave., will be closed Nov. 30-Jan. 18. The office will reopen Jan. 19. During this time incoming items and items from the dropbox on the second floor of the VMI Building, 1000 E. Marshall St., will still be processed. Items may also be hand-delivered to VCU Mail Services at the Valentine House, 920 W. Franklin St.

For more information, contact Lee Francis at ycfranci@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8774.