1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Ping Xu, Ph.D., VCU School of Dentistry, will discuss his current research at the virtual annual Faculty Research Seminar Series hosted by the Bioinformatics Graduate Student Organization. Register for the Zoom link on RamsConnect at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Kuforiji at bgso@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1339456.

12 p.m.

VCU’s National Scholarship Office will present an informational session (in person at 701 W. Grace St. and via Zoom) for undergraduate and graduate students in STEM-field majors. Learn about RISE, a research internship program in Germany (working language English), and SMART, a Department of Defense scholarship which provides funding for tuition as well as summer research internships. An identical session will be offered on Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. Questions: http://blogs.vcu.edu/natlscholar. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6868 or visit https://forms.gle/dhTRxT7yjjxf3VEp8.

12 p.m.

Wavelength, an online lecture series presented by VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, VCUarts and VCUarts Qatar, will host a virtual talk from the filmmakers behind "Pier Kids," Elegance Bratton and Chester Algernal Gordon. Each virtual program, occurring monthly throughout the fall semester, seeks to connect artists, designers, curators and scholars with VCU communities in Richmond, Doha and beyond. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Stephanie Stanton at stantons@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/events/wavelength-elegance-chester/.

3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Join the Spit for Science undergraduate research assistant team for an afternoon of games and prizes. The event will be held in two locations – the Richmond Salons of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., and the Commons Plaza. Learn about the research project, what participants are learning and how to join the team. All are welcome.

For more information, contact Amy Adkins at adkinsae@vcu.edu.

4:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.

Are you interested in working with other students across different disciplines? Are you fascinated by creating solutions to complex problems? Have you always wanted to start a business or nonprofit? Attend an informational session at the da Vinci Center to learn about undergraduate certificates. Learn exactly what a certificate is and then discuss the center's programs in product innovation, venture creation and human-centered design and how they can fit into individual academic plans. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/ug-oct-19.

5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.

VCU Sociology of Sexualities class will present a dialogue with Amy Brainer on her award-winning book "Queer Kinship and Family Change in Taiwan." Brainer is an associate professor and Director of Women’s and Gender Studies and coordinator of LGBTQ+ studies at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. Facilitated by VCU sociologist Ying-Chao Kao, Brainer will discuss gender, sexuality, and queer families in Taiwan and their trans-national implications to American thinkers. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ying-Chao Kao at yckao@vcu.edu or (732) 668-8755 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvf-2uqjMsE9BZGjB5XcLGUm-3pyGbwsOB.

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The VCU Police Department will host a bike registration and U-Lock table at the Compass, 828 Park Ave. VCU students, faculty and staff can receive a free U-Lock with a valid VCU ID and learn how to register their bicycle. A limited supply of U-Locks will be provided. Follow VCU Police on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for future U-Lock giveaway dates.

For more information, contact Amy Murray at crimeprevreq@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs will host a virtual Lunch and Learn featuring James S. Gilmore III, former U.S. ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe and 68th Governor of Virginia. Gilmore will discuss the security landscape since the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, reflecting on lessons learned as well as his gubernatorial administration’s response at the time. Questions: Email Stevan Dozier, director of development and alumni engagement, at doziers2@vcu. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katie Huynh at huynhkp@vcu.edu or (703) 269-8237 or visit https://wilder.vcu.edu/news-and-events/news-articles/october-lunch-and-learn-with-jim-gilmore-1.html.

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

Personal stories help build community and bridge political, social and cultural divides. During this series at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., share personal stories on topics such as ancestors, recovery, grief and more. A homemade lunch will be served. A vegetarian option will be available.

For more information, contact Cherie Fher Vendiola at vendiolacfo@vcu.edu or (571) 665-1953.

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU’s Writing Center will present an interactive session focusing on the tools necessary to establish ideas in a strong, logical manner to hook readers and entice them to read more. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

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

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Are you a first year, sophomore or junior who wants to educate VCU students about different health issues that impact student well-being? Learn more about becoming a Peer Health Educator at an interest meeting hosted by RecWell at 815 S. Cathedral Place. For those who would like to join the interest meetings virtually, use this link: https://vcu.zoom.us/j/9122680091?pwd=MWF2KzVabEZYOURLNllLWXk0MUFVUT09. Questions: http://recwell.vcu.edu. Apply at the following URL by Oct. 20.

For more information, contact Stephen Grinnell at grinnellsc@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9355 or visit https://tinyurl.com/PHEApplication21.

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn about research being conducted by students at VCU and how to connect with faculty mentors. Presenters at this week's event are majoring in bioinformatics, chemistry and psychology. Questions: https://clc.vcu.edu/science-hub/. The session will be in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., and online. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brian Cone at coneb2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMpfuGprjkvHNdh7SDpSX7wWjSFzFzuaSaT.

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU's School of Business will host an in-person, Evening MBA informational session in Room B3187, Snead Hall, 301 W. Main St. Learn about course content, program culture, student and alumni networking, career development resources and the admissions process. Participants may ask questions regarding the program objectives and application requirements at the end of the session. Free parking will be provided. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gouldmana@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6408 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/graduate-studies/information-sessions/evening-mba-info-session-102021.html.

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 at 7 p.m.

VCU's Department of Political Science will host a virtual discussion about the Virginia 2021 election. The subjects covered will include the effects of gerrymandering, understanding the polls and what it is like to run for (and win) a statewide office. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jen Clayton at claytonja@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZp0wdvMrUzcainAUb-l-c3fz705xux0yXg0LHqv6ya_5Stw/viewform.

Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU Online will sponsor a workshop with insights and practical steps to ensure courses are accessible to all students. The session will include basic accessibility guidelines and a demonstration on how to make course items accessible. Slides and a recording will be available after the session. Questions: Email onlinePD@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuonline.catalog.vcu.edu/. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brianne Jackson, Ph.D., at bljackson@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuonline.catalog.vcu.edu/browse/vcuonlineworkshops/courses/online-accessibility-tips-tricks-oct-21.

Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center will host a virtual screening of Nadine Nour el Din’s short film "roads through the city," plus a conversation with Nour el Din, artist Ibrahim Ahmed and ICA Executive Director Dominic Asmall Willsdon. Created in response to Ibrahim Ahmed’s video work "Tuk Tuk Diaries," on view at the ICA as part of the exhibition "It Always Comes Back to You," "roads through the city" explores cinematic journeys through different Egyptian cities using footage from Egyptian films. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Stephanie Stanton at stantons@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/events/virtual-screening-nadine-nour-el-dins-roads-through-the-city/.

Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The Pre-Health Advisors invite all Pre-Health students to a workshop to learn how to make a plan in case they are not accepted to their health-care program of choice. Questions: https://rampages.us/prehealthadvising/. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tim Adams at tmadams@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZU-FyMrRf7wEPObn2AC4lVgiUFxsjezpPJlPQPhcfWs/edit.

Friday, Oct. 22, 2021 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

VCU's Pharmacology and Toxicology Student Organization will present "Spookfest II: Night of the Living Dreadd" at Strangeways Brewing, 2277A Dabney Road. This event provides an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to mingle and celebrate the spookiest holiday of the year. Costume contests, activities with prizes and food will be provided. Register with ramsconnect at the following URL. There will be no admission charge, but those who attend should be prepared to purchase their own alcoholic beverages. No undergraduates may attend due to VCU's policy on alcohol.

For more information, contact Alaina Jaster at jastera@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1332407.

Friday, Oct. 22, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.

VCU's Pre-Law Society and Mock Trial Committee will host a social event at Kings Dominion Haunt on Reading Day. All are welcome. The cost, $44, includes transportation, parking and park entry. Email Emily Downs, Mock Trial director, by 5 p.m. Oct. 20.

For more information, contact Emily Downs at downsee@vcu.edu.

Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Libraries, VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and the VCU Postdoctoral Association will present a talk that is part of the 2021 How-to Talks by Postdocs Series. Questions: Visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/8298627. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Stacey Wahl at swahl@vcu.edu or visit http://rampages.us/howtotalks/upcoming/.

Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 at noon

Antoinette "Toni" Coe, Ph.D., Pharm.D., assistant professor at the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy, will share her thoughts on medication reviews in a seminar hosted by VCU's Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Madeleine Wagner at cppi@vcu.edu or visit http://bit.ly/CPPISeminars.

Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Join the VCU School of Dentistry for its second annual Inclusive Excellence Week Oct. 25-29. Each day, an expert will hold a virtual session from 12:15-1:15 p.m. on topics related to diversity, equity and inclusion in health care. Follow the link to register and for more information about the speakers and topics.

For more information, contact John Wallace at wallacej@vcu.edu or visit https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0017-0015-50539FCD9CE94CF3BFA2F67A75BA318E.

Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

VCU's School of the Arts, Education Abroad and the Santa Reparata International School Of Art will host an informational session about studying and interning in Florence, Italy, in the future. Classes will be available in fashion design and merchandising, communication arts, art history, painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, book arts, interior design, sculpture, jewelry design, textile design, Italian language and culture, marketing and more. E-mail abroad@vcu.edu for more information. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Amy Miller at millera16@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/95806045524.

Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Career Services will present the Diversity Career and Internship Fair, which will be held virtually on Handshake. Connect with recruiters and hiring managers from organizations that are committed to building a diverse workforce and are seeking students for internship and full-time career opportunities. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Danielle Pearles at ddpearles@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2216 or visit https://tinyurl.com/DCIF2021.

Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 at 8 a.m.

HealthHacks, "Reimagining Medical Education: Physical Technologies, Software Design and Products," is a 24-hour sprint of innovation and problem-solving focused on unmet medical needs. Students are invited to participate online on Nov. 6 and 7 and may also attend the Adobe XD Bootcamp pre-event workshop the evening of Nov. 4. Questions: https://healthhacks.vcu.edu/. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Colleen Bishop at cbishop4@vcu.edu or visit https://www.crowdcast.io/e/healthhacks/register.

Monday, Nov. 8, 2021 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

How important is your racial identity to you? Do you wonder how that differs for others? Engage with students, faculty and staff in an upcoming RAMmalogues session. Share your experience navigating our racialized society and bear witness to what others have to share in open dialogue. RAMmalogues is a space for intercultural, multigenerational and community-wide dialogues around who we are and what matters to us. The session will be in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Questions: https://inclusive.vcu.edu/iexcel/rammalogues/. All students, staff and faculty are invited, but registration is limited to 25. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jan Altman, Ph.D., at iexcel@vcu.edu or visit https://inclusive.vcu.edu/iexcel/rammalogues/.

Friday, Nov. 19, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Health and Wellness Library will host a bookmark-making workshop via Zoom. VCU Librarian Nora Bloch will guide participants through the process. Email healthlibrary@vcuhealth.org with your name and mailing address for bookmark-making supplies. Questions: https://www.vcuhealth.org/for-your-health/health-and-wellness-library/. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/8349158.

VCU's Transfer Center will host and co-host a variety of events during National Transfer Student Week through Oct. 22, including an academic coaching workshop, virtual trivia night, snack break and a visit to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. All transfer students are invited to participate. A list of events, times, locations and registration links are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Whitney Lovelady at walovelady@vcu.edu or visit https://transfer.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Are you a first year, sophomore or junior who wants to educate VCU students about different health issues that impact student well-being? Apply to be a Peer Health Educator. The group works to create educational programs on alcohol and other drugs, mental health, physical health and sexual and relationship health. Questions: https://recwell.vcu.edu/. Apply at the following URL by Oct. 22.

For more information, contact Stephen Grinnell at grinnellsc@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9355 or visit https://tinyurl.com/PHEApplication21.

The VCU Institutional Review Board is seeking new members. Faculty, students, staff and members of the community are encouraged to apply. Learn more about the IRB and the application process at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nyssa Towsley at irbeducation@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1157 or visit https://bit.ly/IRBapp.

A VCU da Vinci Center Capstone team is looking to create a super-app that integrates student life and banking. All VCU students are invited to fill out a five-to-10-minute survey. All respondents will be entered in a raffle to receive a new Bose BlueTooth speaker. The survey is available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Devin Singh at dsingh@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/3Br7LFQ.

Students should no longer be using their @archive.mymail.vcu.edu accounts. On Jan. 3, 2022, access will no longer be available. Current students should be logging into their vcu.edu Google account.

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

Are you concerned about your teen’s weight? We can help. TEENS is a research program that includes a four-month family-based lifestyle intervention – all conducted virtually – for teens ages 12 to 16 who are overweight or obese. The program is offered by Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU. It includes weekly, virtual group classes for teens and parents that cover topics such as healthy eating, physical activity and goal-setting. Teens also participate in live exercise sessions conducted online by personal trainers.

For more information, contact Sarah Farthing at teens@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-8336 or visit http://www.chrichmond.org/TEENS.

VCU Health and Massey Cancer Center are conducting focus groups to understand the experiences of Black men who smoke or used to smoke and their opinions about lung cancer screening, smoking cessation and health care disparities in Virginia. Eligibility criteria: identify as a Black male, current or former smoker and 50 years old or older. If interested, contact Jasmine Blue at the following telephone number or email Blackchat@vcuhealth.org.

For more information, contact Rashelle Hayes at rashelle.hayes@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-0000.

We are inviting male and female Type 2 diabetes patients with painful diabetic neuropathy ages 18-75 to participate in a research investigation of a new treatment to alleviate pain and examine its effects on pain perception. In addition to the new treatment, this study involves completing surveys and undergoing tests to evaluate perceptions of pain. Volunteers will be compensated for their time. Participants are only required to come once for the study. The study is conducted within the VCU Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Engineering Lab. Questions: Email Bhushan Thakkar at the following address or Edmund Acevedo, Ph.D., FACSM, at eoacevedo@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact bhushan thakkar at thakkarbs2@vcu.edu or (804) 300-5578.