11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Meet representatives from VCU's student organizations and find out how to become involved at this in-person event hosted by the Commons on the second floor, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. The Commons will also host a Virtual Student Organization Fair on RamsConnect from Jan. 21-28.

For more information, contact Donté Sharpe at studentorgs@vcu.edu or visit http://thecommonsvcu.com/SpringOrgFair.

12 p.m.

If quitting smoking is at the top of your New Year's resolution list, this Facebook Live session is for you. Hear from pharmacy and behavioral health experts about why it's so difficult to quit smoking and the methods that can be adopted to kick this habit for good. This session will be hosted by VCU's Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation. Questions: Email cppi@vcu.edu. Watch the Facebook Live at the following URL.

For more information, contact Madeleine Wagner at cppi@vcu.edu or visit https://www.facebook.com/VCUPharmacyCPPI/live_videos.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's Shift Student Advisory Board is a cross-disciplinary group of students and alumni interested in entrepreneurship and retail innovation. The board serves as a liaison between students and the VCU Shift Retail Lab staff. The board will meet regularly to discuss topics affecting students in the selection process at Shift. Join the team to learn more at this virtual informational session. The session will be recorded and shared with all registrants. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/shift-ad-board.

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn how to divide the writing process into manageable chunks, how to effectively brainstorm and how to circumvent procrastination. A session will also be held 1-2 p.m. Jan. 24. Register at the following UR.

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

7 p.m.

Chi Alpha Campus Ministries will host a welcome back party for all returning and new students at 822 W. Franklin St. Come join for a time of connection, snacks and Family Feud.

For more information, contact Catherine Nelson at nelsoncg@vcu.edu.

Monday, Jan. 24, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Women in Science will host the organization's beginning-of-semester general body meeting. Events from the past semester and upcoming plans will be discussed. Positions are also open on the executive board 2022-2023 year. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link. The meeting ID is 918 9900 3870 and the passcode is 996337.

For more information, contact Haley Elyse Adcox at adcoxhe@vcu,edu or visit https://zoom.us/j/91899003870?pwd=L3R2aEhDOE9aYUtiOER1RnhiOXBVQT09.

Monday, Jan. 24, 2022 at 6 p.m.

VCU Blockchain will meet to discuss recent developments in the blockchain industry. Topics will include cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance and nonfungible tokens (NFTs). All are welcome. Meetings are held at 6 p.m. on Mondays at The Collective, 318 W. Broad St.

For more information, contact Connor Riely at rielyc2@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/VcuBlockchain.

Monday, Jan. 24, 2022 at 6 p.m.

Excited about medicine and want to learn more? Want to publish your own research through VCU? Interested in entering the medical field? VCU’s Medical Journal Club holds biweekly meetings which give members the opportunity to present research, learn about the medical field and play fun activities. The organization also sponsors tutoring for students in Uganda. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jefin Jose at josej@vcu.edu or visit https://zoom.us/j/98114032120?pwd=eTNQaCs2YWpGYVl5dU9saVQwVFUwUT09.

Friday, Jan. 28, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The IRB isn’t the end-all-be-all of human research reviews. Several other ancillary reviews must be completed in conjunction with IRB review. Sign up for a special training session via Zoom to learn all about human research ancillary reviews. Learn more at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nyssa Towsley at ntowsley@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1157 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/humanresearch/2022/01/07/new-training-sessions-on-human-research-ancillary-reviews/.

Friday, Jan. 28, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU's Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics will present a special colloquium via Zoom with Sabetta Matsumoto, Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology. See the web conference link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Allison Moore at moorea14@vcu.edu or visit https://math.vcu.edu/events/knotty-knits-an-exploration-of-math-and-crafts.html.

Friday, Feb. 11, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Center for Corporate Education at VCU's School of Business will present an online introduction to design thinking, ideation and the concept of rapid prototyping to test new ideas, services and products. The registration fee is $40. Questions: http://go.vcu.edu/corped. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Carrie Hawes at cjhawes@vcu.edu or (804) 828-3165 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/center-for-corporate-education/level-up-learning-ideation-and-prototyping.html.

Following a surge of motor vehicle thefts, VCU Police urges drivers to lock windows and doors and to take the keys when parking. A vehicle left running and unattended may be targeted by thieves, who need only a moment to steal it. Plan ahead and find a legal spot in which to safely park. As a courtesy, meet delivery drivers when they arrive; consider heading toward the pick-up point one to two minutes before the arrival of the driver.

For more information, contact Ofc. Luke Shrader at lshrader@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9649 or visit https://police.vcu.edu/stay-safe/cars-bikes--scooters/.

University Student Health Services currently offers free COVID-19 vaccines to all students on both campuses. In addition, there will be two upcoming clinics at the Seigel Center lobby, 1200 W. Broad St., Bowe Street entrance on Jan. 25 and Feb. 1 by appointment only. To schedule: https://health.students.vcu.edu/web-portal/. The Pfizer vaccine will be offered to students at these two clinics. If you are under 18, you may receive Pfizer vaccine with parental consent. About your appointment: Reschedule if you are sick. Pfizer facts at https://www.fda.gov/media/153716/download. Plan to stay 15-30 minutes to be monitored after your vaccine. Bring your CDC COVID-19 vaccination card with you if this your second or third. You can get a copy of your COVID-19 vaccines at the Virginia State Registry https://vase.vdh.virginia.gov/vacapps/f?p=545:1 if you received your vaccine in Virginia.

For more information, contact Immunization Department at ushsimmuniz@vcu.edu or (804) 827-8047.

Registration is open for VCU Recreation and Well-Being (RecWell) Intramural Sports leagues, which include 5v5 Basketball, 11v11 Soccer and Dodgeball. Leagues are free for VCU Students and RecWell members. Leagues start Jan. 30. Register at the following URL by Jan. 23.

For more information, contact Will Adams at intramurals@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/intramural-sports/league-dates/.

Learn the foundational methods of resistance training and program design. Participants start with basic movements, and progress to new equipment and exercises, building skill, knowledge of proper technique and confidence in the weight room. Session 1 runs Jan. 25-March 2. Register by Jan. 28 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tanika Santos MacSwain at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/fitness-and-wellness/instructional-programs/.

A draft of the proposed new Hazing Prevention and Discipline Policy and a draft of proposed revisions to the Art on Campus Policy are open for public comment until 11:59 p.m. Feb. 4. Links to both draft policies can be found at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jason Block, VCU Office of Integrity and Compliance, at blockj2@vcu.edu or visit https://policy.vcu.edu/universitywide-policies/policies-open-for-public-comment/.

VCUDine has a number of special events planned for January at Shafer Court Dining Center. They include Fresh Ginger Rotating Restaurant with premium options (through Jan. 21, 11 a.m.-close); Shafer Favorites Week (Jan. 24-28, 11 a.m.-close); Laki Bowl Rotating Restaurant with premium options (Jan. 31-Feb. 4: 11 a.m.- close). Those who sign up for a spring dining plan with 25 swipes or more by Jan. 21 may be eligible for free Starbucks. Visit https://rb.gy/ost3uw for more Starbucks information. Follow @VCU_Dining for event menus.

For more information, contact Lauren Hay at dining@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit http://campusdish.vcu.edu.

VCU Family Programs is compiling treasured recipes and sharing them with the whole RAMily in an electronic cookbook. Recipes can be an individual's take on a classic dish or something you feel is truly unique. Share a single recipe or as many as you like at the following URL by Feb. 1.

For more information, contact Lynanne Jamison at ljyndestad@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/yUmFAsg3kBT3p4jA8.