The American Chemical Society Student chapter at VCU is seeking volunteers to travel to John B. Cary Elementary School, 3021 Maplewood Ave., to participate in science experiments with third, fourth and fifth graders. STEAM Day is an annual event held by the ACS Student Chapter at VCU that provides engagement, support and interest in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) careers and concepts at local elementary schools. An interest form is available at the following URL. For more information, contact Xuliana O at chemistryatvcu@gmail.com or visit https://tinyurl.com/STEAMdayACS.

Learn more about the VCU Master of Decision Analytics Professional Track program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. Alumni will speak about their experience in the program including the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. In addition, our program administration will join the alumni to answer any questions. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/academics/analytics/master-of-decision-analytics-professional-track/#sob-events-1759442.

Learn more about the VCU Executive MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. Alumni will speak about the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. Members of the program's administration will be available to answer questions. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/academics/mba-options/executive-mba/#sob-events-1759433.

VCU's post-baccalaureate certificate in clinical research supports clinical research professionals entering the workforce or transitioning career paths with and offers professional development for current clinical, allied health and research professionals. Applications are now being accepted for Summer and Fall 2023. Certificate program informational sessions will be offered via Zoom March 29 and April 19 all at 2 p.m. Register for March 8 at 2 p.m. at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcemupzooEtSb3TuPn084VtKAChIJubSQ April 30 is the deadline for Summer 2023 enrollment. VCU tuition benefit is available for eligible university employees. Hospital personnel direct tuition benefit inquiry to hospital Human Resources or access HR4U. Contact Catherine Brown, program coordinator, at the following email address for March 29 and April 19 registration links. For more information, contact Catherine Brown at crbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/education-and-training/certificate-program/.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will host a free workshop series that will prepare participants to tackle major applications for postgraduate scholarships on Tuesdays, March 14 through April 11 from 5-7 p.m. The workshop will address topics such as how to write about yourself, how to connect past experiences and future goals, how to select recommenders and how to speak to the values and mission of the award for which you are applying. Questions: http://nso.vcu.edu Apply at the following URL. For more information, contact Jeff Wing at Honorsnso@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/j7W7DPkYNUH1sgAz6 .

This lecture will examine the evolution of pedagogical approaches to voice and speech and consider what that journey can teach us about actively confronting accent discrimination in our own lives. This hybrid event is free and open to the public. The in-person lecture will be held in the auditorium of the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Register at the following URL to participate virtually. For more information, contact Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU at ica@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/karen-kopryanski-accents-speak-louder-than-words-examining-accent-bias-through-the-lens-of-actor-training/.

VCU's Minority Association of Pre-Health Students will host a charity dodgeball tournament at Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Each participant will pay $5. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Ethan Calupitan at calupitaner@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/click?linkid=9458d721-9ebe-4ffa-ac84-85151fe3be64 https://vcu.campusgroups.com/click?linkid=9458d721-9ebe-4ffa-ac84-85151fe3be64.

Join VCU's Dean of Students Office in the ballroom of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., to learn more about housing options and speak directly with landlords. Free slices of pizza will be available. For more information, contact Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at lmathewsails@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit http://offcampus.vcu.edu.

The theme of the symposium will be redefining professionalism to foster positive learning environments. The event will include an exploration of how professionalism is being studied and taught with faculty, students and staff from across the MCV campus. The event will be sponsored by the VCU Schools of Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy and the College of Health Professions. The event will be held at the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Questions: https://go.vcu.edu/vcuhses. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact Stacey Wahl at swahl@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/9537564.

TEDxVCU will present its annual live speaker event, TEDxVCU: Reframed, at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. The event will include seven TEDx Talks from the VCU community, as well as audience interaction, networking opportunities and light refreshments. Request your free ticket at https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927372. For more information, contact TEDxVCU Team at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/tedxvcu.

The VCU School of Education will host Nichole Garcia, Ph.D., Rutgers University, as part of its Critical Quantitative Methodologies series. The talk will be in Room 101, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. For more information, contact Kamden Strunk at strunkk2@vcu.edu.

The VCU Institute for Women's Health announces the 17th Annual Women's Health Research Day. This year's plenary symposium, to be held at the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St., is titled Health Equity for Maternal Child Wellness. Researchers at all levels are invited to submit poster abstracts in any research area that focuses on women’s health or sex/gender differences. The abstract deadline is March 10. Poster awards will be given. Register or submit an abstract a the following URL. For more information, contact Molly Hyer at mmhyer@vcu.edu or visit https://womenshealth.vcu.edu/research/womens-health-research-day/.

The summit will bring together stakeholders in educational research, policy and practice to explore and address enduring and emerging issues in public schools. Proposals are due by May 5. Special registration rates are available for VCU faculty, staff and students. The event will be held at Huguenot High School, 7945 Forest Hill Ave. Register at the following URL. For more information, contact David Naff at naffdb@vcu.edu or visit https://merc.soe.vcu.edu/conference/.