1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., has openings in its mindfulness sessions on Feb. 2, Feb. 3 and Feb. 4. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katie Gooch at director@thepacecenter.com or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/events?group_ids=22181&search_word=Mindfulness.

12 p.m.

Boss Days, the Business Student Organization Fair, will be held noon-3:30 p.m. Feb. 2 and 3:30-7 p.m. Feb. 4 in the atrium of Snead Hall, School of Business, 301 W. Main St. Also, the event will be held virtually from noon-1 p.m. Feb. 4. Representatives of more than 15 student organizations are scheduled to attend.

For more information, contact Erika Waszak at osecoms@vcu.edu.

12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU's Global Education Office will host the monthly Global Café in the kitchen of West Grace Street Student Housing – North, 830 W. Grace St. Get to know students from around the world at this monthly event, which brings together VCU and international students to meet and learn from each other. Each café has a different theme and this one will be hosted by the Russian Club. Come by to enjoy blinis, conversation and meet new people.

For more information, contact Colleen Choate at choatecl@vcu.edu or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/community/globalcafe/.

3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU Libraries' ongoing series focused on innovative media and making and creating continues with Richard Quarshie of Globally Engaged discussing how creators get started making content. He will cover introductory concepts related to creating, maintaining and sustaining a YouTube channel. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2021-2022/workshops-at-the-workshop.html.

4 p.m.

Learn at an online session about the research that undergraduate students at VCU are conducting and find out how to connect with research mentors. Elmira Karimi will discuss oral health research. Sheilan Pouri will speak about Parkinson's research. Questions: https://clc.vcu.edu/science-hub/. 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/tJUkfuCvqjsiHdN0BEh9g1aHb0er1qLbXheX.

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Join faculty and staff from the VCU School of Nursing and VCU da Vinci Center for Innovation to learn about a new graduate certificate program that will make it simpler for those with an interest in innovation to develop products and solutions to challenges facing the health care industry. 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/hc-info1.

Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

VCU Libraries ongoing series continues. Learn about the writing process of “Malcolm and Me” and explore how to turn real-life experiences into essays, books and even movie scripts. The guest will be Richmond author and journalist Robin Farmer. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2021-2022/community-zooms.html.

Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.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? Learn about the center's undergraduate certificates at this online presentation and its programs in product innovation, venture creation and human-centered design. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lloyd Young at youngel3@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/ug-feb2.

Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Painting and Printmaking will present a lecture by artist Laura Owens. Owens’ work has been exhibited internationally and was recently the subject of a mid-career survey at the Whitney Museum of American Art, N.Y., (2017–18), which traveled to the Dallas Museum of Art (2018) and The Geffen Contemporary at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, (2018–19).

For more information, contact Kat Wilson at kawilson@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/laura-owens-visiting-artist-lecture/.

Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Strengthen all the body's major muscle groups in this bodyweight strength fitness class. The session emphasizes using the body's weight via high repetitions. Participants will be guided through a series of exercises targeting the chest, back, arms, legs, glutes and core. No equipment is required, though a yoga mat is recommended. This class is sponsored by VCU Human Resources and VCU Recreation and Well-Being (RecWell). Questions: Visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/. Register in Talent@VCU or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://bit.ly/3rZAwpB.

Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

VCU's School of Education will hold an informational session about its M.T. program in Room 2118, Oliver Hall, 1015 W. Main St. and online for those who have an interest in teaching mathematics or science. Also, learn about several scholarship opportunities in science and math. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jazmin Tilfas at soeinfo@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/93133096336?pwd=WGZVaG5FTGRiZmY0T3U4bTJqdnlGZz09.

Friday, Feb. 4, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Stephanie Hicks, Ph.D., Johns Hopkins University, will discuss "Scalable Statistical Methods and Software for Single-Cell Data Science" via Zoom. Questions: https://biostatistics.vcu.edu/news/seminar/. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. The meeting ID is 923 1735 5766. The passcode is 364454.

For more information, contact Dipankar Bandyopadhyay at dbandyop@vcu.edu or visit https://zoom.us/j/92317355766?pwd=My9Ud2dXdU44OU9WTk92SnZobEFqUT09.

Monday, Feb. 7, 2022 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Panelists will share insights on how to highlight the impact of your service as you navigate the promotion process. The event will be hosted by VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/y3moe3txCqtGvp2U7.

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 at noon

Each year, VCU Massey Cancer Center Women and Wellness come together for this signature event. This year’s program is a virtual luncheon and book club-style event featuring keynote speaker Suleika Jaouad, a cancer survivor, Emmy award-winning columnist, celebrated TEDtalk speaker and author of the New York Times bestselling memoir "Between Two Kingdoms." Questions: Meghan Zapiec at mzapiec@vcu.edu. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Marianne Johnson at johnsonm41@vcu.edu or visit https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/wwluncheon2022.

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU's Department of Craft and Material Studies will present a lecture by artist matt lambert in Room 535, Bowe Street Parking Deck, 609 Bowe St. The artist is a founder and facilitator of The Fulcrum Project, which has exhibited work at Turner Contemporary, Margate, Kent, England; ArkDes and Sven-Harrys Konstmuseum, both in Stockholm, Sweden; Museo de la Ciudad, Valencia, Spain; and Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, Minn.

For more information, contact Kat Wilson at kawilson@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/community/news/matt-lambert-visiting-artist-lecture-feb-8/.

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Clean out your shelves and donate your books. VCU's English Department is hosting a book drive. Lightly used books are encouraged and can be dropped off in Room 306, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Kelsey Cappiello at english@vcu.edi or (804) 828-1331.

Friday, Feb. 11, 2022 at 5 p.m.

The American Red Cross Blended Lifeguard Certification Course will be offered Feb. 11-13 by VCU Recreation and Well-Being (RecWell) at the Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center, 101 S. Linden St. Classes will be held Friday, 5-10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, noon-8 p.m. Registration closes Feb. 4 at noon. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Noah Rogers at rogersn2@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/aquatics/aquatic-certifications/.

Do you know an outstanding administrative and office support staff member who enhances the image and mission of VCU and VCU Health? The nomination site for the Dorris Douglas Budd Award is now open and nominations are being accepted until March 15 at: https://forms.gle/op3oDeQ989upg6BB8. Additional information about VCU HR Recognition and Awards is available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/recognition-and-awards/dorris-douglas-budd-award/.

VCU Libraries, in support of open and affordable course materials across the VCU community, announces that a new round of VIVA Open Course Grants is open for applications. These $2,000 to $30,000 grants empower Virginia faculty with the resources and time they need to redesign courses by swapping expensive course materials for open, no cost, or library options. Applications are due Feb. 23.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2021-news/viva-grants.html.

This semester, VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence will offer "Just Write" sessions (Jan. 21-May 13) for those who wish to drop in and write alongside a virtual peer support community. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://ctle.vcu.edu/events/write/.

VCU's Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence team will offer face-to-face visiting hours for faculty members on Feb. 1 and Feb. 8. Chat about teaching, scholarship and/or career planning – and win a door prize. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/XxzDYWR1oBpr8MPw6.

Wondering how VCU will handle human research during an emergency? The Human Research Protection Program/Institutional Review Board has developed a Continuity of Operations Plan to ensure essential functions continue during an emergency. Researchers can learn more about the procedures 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/2022/01/20/hrpp-irb-continuity-of-operations-plan-important-information-for-researchers/.

As a reminder, effective Jan. 10, 2022, University and Academic Professionals and 12-month Faculty are permitted to carry forward up to 160 hours of university and/or annual leave. This excess leave must be used before Jan. 9, 2024. Learn more on the leave section on the following URL.

For more information, contact Leave Administration at leave@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/leave/.

Registration for the spring cohorts of the Transfer Student Leadership Program is now open. Sponsored by The Commons, this eight-week leadership development cohort program for transfer students builds leadership skills and creates community. It also satisfies the REAL Tier Three graduation requirement. Register on RamsConnect at the following URL.

For more information, contact Justin Raibolt at jraibolt@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1353298.

VCU's Honors College is requesting proposals for Fall 2022 courses and modules (five-week courses). Submit a proposal at the following URL by Feb. 9.

For more information, contact Jacqueline Smith-Mason, Ph.D., at jsmithmason@vcu.edu or visit https://honors.vcu.edu/for-faculty/teach-honors/.

A number of special events will be hosted by Shafer Court Dining Center, 810 Cathedral Place. They include Travolino Rotating Restaurant with premium options (Feb. 14-18, 11 a.m.-close); Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14, 11 a.m.-close); Shafer Favorites Week (Feb. 21-25, 11 a.m.-close); Kokonut Grill Guest Restaurant (Feb. 23, 11 a.m.-close); Road Trip America Rotating Restaurant (Feb. 28-March 4, 11 a.m.-close). For menus, follow @VCU_Dining or visit the following URL.

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

If you are a veteran or have served in the Reserves or National Guard, you are eligible to participate in a survey that explores the relationship between anxiety and belongingness for military-affiliated students at VCU. Use the following link to complete the interest survey. Then look for communications from Hope Petersen at the following email address or April Shea (sheaal2@vcu.edu) for further guidance. This project is supported by the VCU's Military Student Services Office (militaryserv@vcu.edu).

For more information, contact Hope Petersen at hackh@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeM9_ddAIiGoIfASFFM5Dya8QxsGW-mM8D9NRg_MLODXXc2EQ/viewform?usp=sf_link.

Individuals who smoke tobacco cigarettes daily are needed to participate in a research study that requires multiple laboratory visits. Compensation may be available. This study will be conducted at VCU. The principal investigator is Alison Breland, Ph.D., Department of Psychology. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alison Breland at abbrelan@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3562 or visit http://cstp.vcu.edu/studies.