Faculty/staff Issue for February 5, 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.
Coming up
CTLE's Navigating Promotion Series: Writing a Compelling Teaching Narrative
Monday, Feb. 8, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence will present a workshop at which experienced professors will discuss how they structure their narratives. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/dcb26ULLRoZAHFLD7.
Building Personal Resilience as a Leader
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 at 11 a.m.
The Leadership Career Community will present a virtual panel featuring Amy Armstrong, Ph.D., College of Health Professions Rehabilitation Counseling Department; and Alex Wagaman, Ph.D., School of Social Work. They will discuss intentionality in leadership and maintaining core purpose and integrity in the face of dramatically changed circumstances. Moderated by Kevin Allison, Ph.D., professor of Clinical Psychology. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Allison Toney at aktoney@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/f5374da7-c297-402e-93b3-b109e5fbd069.
Heart-Boosting Yoga With Hannah
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 at noon
In recognition of American Heart Month, VCU Human Resources in partnership with VCU Recreational Sports is offering a heart-focused yoga class. The session will feature postures that will open the chest (great for individuals who sit at a desk) and other areas in the upper body. Register in Talent at the following URL.
For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://bit.ly/2YGSn6i.
'Making the Case for Trauma-Informed Mentoring in Graduate Education'
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.
VCU's Health Behavior and Policy will host Kellie Carlyle, Ph.D., MPH, as part of the department's research seminar series. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.
For more information, contact Mary Johnson at johnsonme6@vcu.edu or visit https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqf-6qpzkjG9W48_6gBrzNvRUtfvxCN4az.
Lunch and Learn: The 'Angry Black Woman'
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.
The Black History Month committee will host a program to explore the history, myths and consequences of being the “Angry Black Woman.” This program, part of a series about misperceptions of Black women, will also focus on dismantling myths and building a common cultural knowledge. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Candyce Brown at cabrown3@vcu.edu or visit http://thecommonsvcu.com/AngryBlackWomen-Lunch.
Getting To Know Google Sheets
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Whether you're using Google Sheets for the first time or just want to see what new, innovative functionality Google has added, join us for this hands-on workshop hosted by Collaboration Services. Register at the following URL.
For more information, contact Dr. Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/gogoogle.
Notices
VCUDine Updates and February Pop-Ups
VCUDine will offer two new grab-and-go options: GET Mobile pre-order and Good Uncle, prepackaged meals to go. Pop-ups at Shafer Court Dining Center for the first half of February include First Friday Seafood Specials (Feb. 5, 11 a.m.-close); 100 Carnations Giveaway (Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.); Love Fountain (Feb. 11, open-close) and Breakfast Bowls (Feb. 8-10, open-close). A list of February pop-ups is available at the following URL. Follow @VCU_Dining on social for details.
For more information, contact Lauren Hay at dining@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit https://vcu.campusdish.com/.
Other resources
VCU Libraries workshops
See a schedule of workshops and classes that teach how to use collections and databases.
LinkedIn Learning @ VCU
Navigate a vast library of online video tutorials to supplement teaching, learning, and professional development.