Student Issue for February 8, 2021

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

Blockchain Club To Meet

Add to calendar 08-02-2021 14:00:00 08-02-2021 15:00:00 America/New_York Blockchain Club To Meet Interested in Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin and Defit? Join the new Blockchain Club at VCU for a discussion about these new technologies. No prior experience or knowledge is necessary; just an open mind and a willingness to learn. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link. https://vcu.zoom.us/j/98888578720 Connor Riely rielyc2@mymail.vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Interested in Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin and Defit? Join the new Blockchain Club at VCU for a discussion about these new technologies. No prior experience or knowledge is necessary; just an open mind and a willingness to learn. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Connor Riely at rielyc2@mymail.vcu.edu or (757) 325-7489 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/98888578720.

VCU Writing Center Workshop: Structuring Your Writing for Your Audience

Add to calendar 08-02-2021 17:00:00 08-02-2021 18:00:00 America/New_York VCU Writing Center Workshop: Structuring Your Writing for Your Audience The VCU Writing Center will present an online workshop via Zoom. The event will focus on the tools necessary to write strong, logical, structurally sound work. The Zoom link is hosted on the center's events page at the following URL. https://writing.vcu.edu/events/ Trey Burnart Hall hallbr@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will present an online workshop via Zoom. The event will focus on the tools necessary to write strong, logical, structurally sound work. The Zoom link is hosted on the center's events page at the following URL.

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

This week

Personal Statement Drop-ins for Pre-Health Majors

Add to calendar 09-02-2021 13:30:00 09-02-2021 15:30:00 America/New_York Personal Statement Drop-ins for Pre-Health Majors Applying to a pre-health program this cycle? Drop in to the virtual space provided by Career Services for help with your personal statement. A career advisor will be available on Feb. 9 between 1:30-3:30 p.m. and again on Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Questions: https://careers.vcu.edu/. Register for the Zoom link in Handshake at the following URL. Zoom Career Services careers@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Applying to a pre-health program this cycle? Drop in to the virtual space provided by Career Services for help with your personal statement. A career advisor will be available on Feb. 9 between 1:30-3:30 p.m. and again on Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Questions: https://careers.vcu.edu/. Register for the Zoom link in Handshake at the following URL.

For more information, contact Career Services at careers@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/login.

Unlocking Health Equity: Racial and Socio-Economic Disparities and COVID-19

Add to calendar 09-02-2021 12:00:00 09-02-2021 12:45:00 America/New_York Unlocking Health Equity: Racial and Socio-Economic Disparities and COVID-19 Join the Office of Student Experience as guest speaker Sheryl Garland, VCUH Chief of Health Impact, explores the racial disparities of COVID-19 and discusses the economic, social and health inequities that have led to or perpetuate the disparity. This presentation is designed with health sciences students in mind. Register at the following URL. Virtual the Office of Student Experience studentexp@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 from noon to 12:45 p.m.

Join the Office of Student Experience as guest speaker Sheryl Garland, VCUH Chief of Health Impact, explores the racial disparities of COVID-19 and discusses the economic, social and health inequities that have led to or perpetuate the disparity. This presentation is designed with health sciences students in mind. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact the Office of Student Experience at studentexp@vcu.edu or visit https://www.pubapps.vcu.edu/vphs/OSEReg/Form.aspx?EventTypeID=3.

You First at VCU Presents: Stacking the Deck in Your Favor for a Successful Semester

Add to calendar 09-02-2021 16:00:00 09-02-2021 17:00:00 America/New_York You First at VCU Presents: Stacking the Deck in Your Favor for a Successful Semester Bernadette Snyder, Learning Specialist, Division for Academic Success, will offer success tips for the spring semester. Learn how to navigate the anxiety of a pandemic, virtual learning and civil and political unrest while remaining motivated and focused on your studies. Register at the following URL. http://bit.ly/YouFirstPresents020921 Elizabeth Bambacus bambacuses@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Bernadette Snyder, Learning Specialist, Division for Academic Success, will offer success tips for the spring semester. Learn how to navigate the anxiety of a pandemic, virtual learning and civil and political unrest while remaining motivated and focused on your studies. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or visit http://bit.ly/YouFirstPresents020921.

VCU Evening MBA Webinar

Add to calendar 09-02-2021 18:00:00 09-02-2021 19:00:00 America/New_York VCU Evening MBA Webinar Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide applicants with an overview of the program, curriculum and admissions process. A Q&A session will also be included. Register at the following URL. The Zoom link is available at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/94547982857. Location: https://vcu.zoom.us/j/94547982857 Austen Gouldman gsib@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide applicants with an overview of the program, curriculum and admissions process. A Q&A session will also be included. Register at the following URL. The Zoom link is available at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/94547982857.

For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gsib@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4622 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/graduate-studies/webinar/evening-mba-program-webinar-020921.html.

First General Body Meeting of Heart to Soul In Action

Add to calendar 09-02-2021 19:00:00 09-02-2021 America/New_York First General Body Meeting of Heart to Soul In Action Heart to Soul In Action will host the organization's first general body meeting of the semester via Zoom. The session will feature an overview of the group and available opportunities. Those who attend can enter a chance to win a $15 gift card or a Heart to Soul In Action T-shirt. Zoom Heart to Soul In Action at VCU heart2soulinaction@gmail.com DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 at 7 p.m.

Heart to Soul In Action will host the organization's first general body meeting of the semester via Zoom. The session will feature an overview of the group and available opportunities. Those who attend can enter a chance to win a $15 gift card or a Heart to Soul In Action T-shirt.

For more information, contact Heart to Soul In Action at VCU at heart2soulinaction@gmail.com.

Meet the Officers of UHCN

Add to calendar 09-02-2021 19:00:00 09-02-2021 America/New_York Meet the Officers of UHCN United Healthcare Network will introduce the organization and its board members online. Click on the Zoom link at the following URL. Zoom Suzannah Boaz uhcnatvcu@gmail.com DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 at 7 p.m.

United Healthcare Network will introduce the organization and its board members online. Click on the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Suzannah Boaz at uhcnatvcu@gmail.com or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/99135087859.

Red Cross Blood Drive Sponsored by Alpha Phi Omega

Add to calendar 10-02-2021 11:00:00 10-02-2021 16:00:00 America/New_York Red Cross Blood Drive Sponsored by Alpha Phi Omega Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity and the American Red Cross will sponsor a blood drive at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St. Pace Center Logan Martin martinle6@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity and the American Red Cross will sponsor a blood drive at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St.

For more information, contact Logan Martin at martinle6@vcu.edu or visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive.

Getting To Know Google Meet and Chat

Add to calendar 11-02-2021 13:00:00 11-02-2021 14:30:00 America/New_York Getting To Know Google Meet and Chat Google has added many exciting features to Meet and Chat for team collaboration. Collaboration Services invites you to learn all about Meet and Chat to make you the master of team collaboration. Register at the following URL. Online Dr. Gee drgee@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Google has added many exciting features to Meet and Chat for team collaboration. Collaboration Services invites you to learn all about Meet and Chat to make you the master of team collaboration. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dr. Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/gogoogle.

CReSS Workshop: 'Research Participant Recruitment'

Add to calendar 11-02-2021 15:00:00 11-02-2021 16:30:00 America/New_York CReSS Workshop: 'Research Participant Recruitment' A Clinical Research Skills Series (CReSS) workshop will be offered by the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research from 3-4:30 p.m. Feb. 11 and 9-10:30 a.m. Feb. 17. The workshop will be sponsored by the Translational Workforce Development Program. It will be presented by Katelyn Schifano, MS, CCRP, CHES, Outreach and Engagement Specialist with VCU Massey Cancer Center. Topics will include VCU/VCUH participant demographic data, recruitment challenges, engaging participants and developing a recruitment plan. Register for the Feb. 11 workshop at https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=17685. Register for the Feb. 17 event at https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=17686. This workshop will not cover Research Match. Virtual - Zoom Catherine Brown crbrown@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

A Clinical Research Skills Series (CReSS) workshop will be offered by the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research from 3-4:30 p.m. Feb. 11 and 9-10:30 a.m. Feb. 17. The workshop will be sponsored by the Translational Workforce Development Program. It will be presented by Katelyn Schifano, MS, CCRP, CHES, Outreach and Engagement Specialist with VCU Massey Cancer Center. Topics will include VCU/VCUH participant demographic data, recruitment challenges, engaging participants and developing a recruitment plan. Register for the Feb. 11 workshop at https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=17685. Register for the Feb. 17 event at https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=17686. This workshop will not cover Research Match.

For more information, contact Catherine Brown at crbrown@vcu.edu or (804) 366-9513.

VCU Recreational Sports Virtual Trivia: Valentine's Day Theme

Add to calendar 11-02-2021 17:00:00 11-02-2021 America/New_York VCU Recreational Sports Virtual Trivia: Valentine's Day Theme VCU Recreational Sports free Virtual Trivia will feature individuals or teams. Games typically last 60 to 90 minutes. Register at the following URL. Online via Zoom Michael Potter potterm2@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 at 5 p.m.

VCU Recreational Sports free Virtual Trivia will feature individuals or teams. Games typically last 60 to 90 minutes. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Michael Potter at potterm2@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/about/virtual-programs/virtual-trivia/.

Graduate Student Association General Body Meeting

Add to calendar 11-02-2021 17:30:00 11-02-2021 America/New_York Graduate Student Association General Body Meeting The Graduate Student Association will hold a general body meeting to learn about the activities of Daniel C. Bullard, Ph.D., dean of VCU's Graduate School. Check out the group's monthly newsletters for updates as well as a chance to be featured, win free stuff and vote on T-shirts. All graduate student organizations must have a representative present at six out of eight general body meetings. Register at the following URL. https://vcu.campusgroups.com/gsa/rsvp_boot?id=914387 Ann Kee keesa@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 at 5:30 p.m.

The Graduate Student Association will hold a general body meeting to learn about the activities of Daniel C. Bullard, Ph.D., dean of VCU's Graduate School. Check out the group's monthly newsletters for updates as well as a chance to be featured, win free stuff and vote on T-shirts. All graduate student organizations must have a representative present at six out of eight general body meetings. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ann Kee at keesa@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/gsa/rsvp_boot?id=914387.

Coming up

Workshop: Personal Statement Writing for Graduate School Applications

Add to calendar 15-02-2021 12:00:00 15-02-2021 America/New_York Workshop: Personal Statement Writing for Graduate School Applications The L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs and the VCU Writing Center will hold a virtual workshop on writing winning personal statements for graduate school applications via Zoom, with a focus on grad programs preparing students for careers in the public sector. Register at the following URL. Online Ross Losapio losapior@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Feb. 15, 2021 at noon

The L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs and the VCU Writing Center will hold a virtual workshop on writing winning personal statements for graduate school applications via Zoom, with a focus on grad programs preparing students for careers in the public sector. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ross Losapio at losapior@vcu.edu or visit http://bit.ly/WSPersonalStatements.

Maintaining a Healthy Heart

Add to calendar 16-02-2021 12:00:00 16-02-2021 13:00:00 America/New_York Maintaining a Healthy Heart The Health and Wellness Library will host a Zoom session featuring Michelle Gossip, cardiology program manager, who will discuss common heart conditions and steps to take to maintain a healthy heart. Register at the following URL. Zoom K.J. Ricasata ricasatakj@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Health and Wellness Library will host a Zoom session featuring Michelle Gossip, cardiology program manager, who will discuss common heart conditions and steps to take to maintain a healthy heart. 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/7345161.

Notices

Nominations Open for VCU Student Leadership Awards

VCU Student Leadership Awards recognize undergraduate, graduate and professional students for their contributions to student organizations, community service and co-curricular excellence. These are the premier awards at VCU for student leadership and service. Students, faculty and staff are invited to submit award nominations by March 8 on behalf of student organizations, fraternity and sorority chapters and individual student leaders. Self-nominations are encouraged. Nomination forms are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Justin Raibolt at jraibolt@vcu.edu or visit http://thecommonsvcu.com/StudentLeadershipAwards2021.

VCU Department of English Writing Awards

All undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to submit their poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction and critical essays on literary topics for the 2021 VCU Department of English Writing Awards. The submission deadline is midnight on Feb. 14. For guidelines and the submission form, contact R. Dale Smith at the following email address.

For more information, contact R. Dale Smith at rdsmith@vcu.edu.

Women in Science, Dentistry and Medicine Professional Achievement Award: Call for Nominations

Nominations are being accepted through March 8 for the 2021 WISDM Professional Achievement Award, which recognizes a School of Medicine woman who is a role model and mentor; promoting the professional development of other women faculty.

For more information, contact Deborah Stewart at deborah.stewart@vcuhealth.org or (804) 551-4122 or visit https://medschool.vcu.edu/about/deans-office/facultyaffairs/wims/.

Updated Title IX Contact Information

Cleopatra Magwaro, associate vice president for Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success, has been named interim title IX coordinator and will serve in this role until the search for a new coordinator is complete. The physical office for filing complaints has moved to 912 W. Grace Street, Box 842549, Richmond, Va. 23284 Due to current remote operations, the following link may be used to file a complaint.

For more information, contact Cleo Magwaro at titleix@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1347 or visit https://equity.vcu.edu/titleix/.

Rights of Students Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

FERPA affords students the rights to inspect and review educational records, request that records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading be corrected, provide written consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent and to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. See complete rights under FERPA at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Records and Registration at rar@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1349 or visit https://rar.vcu.edu/records/family-educational-rights-and-privacy-act/.

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: FTC Safeguards Rule

VCU's Office of Records and Registration is responsible for notifying the university community that it does not release nonpublic information about VCU students. This information is used and shared in a limited and carefully controlled manner. It is not disclosed, except as permitted by law, unless authorized by the student.

For more information, contact VCU Records and Registration at rar@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1349 or visit https://rar.vcu.edu.

Healthy Lifestyle Program for Young Men

ACTIVATE is testing a new self-guided program to understand what works best for young men ages 18-35 when it comes to losing weight. This study is being conducted in the Department of Health Behavior and Policy at VCU. Check eligibility at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jean Reading at optforhealth@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-2250 or visit http://activateyoungmen.com.

Other resources

VCU Libraries workshops

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LinkedIn Learning @ VCU

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RamsConnect events

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