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VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture will host virtual informational sessions for prospective students to learn more about the graduate certificate in Media and Leadership. Join us Tuesday, June 17 at 11 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. at https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad. Questions: Visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/. The same sessions will also be held at noon and 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18.

For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or (804) 525-9425 or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/media-and-leadership-certificate/.

Wednesday, Jun. 18, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Alzheimer's Association will host a memory café at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St. The event provides a social space for those with early-stage memory loss to connect, while care partners gain support and information. The bonds formed often last throughout the continuum of the disease and become additional support for those involved.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Jun. 18, 2025 from noon to 1 p.m.

Shannon Pierce, president and CEO of Virginia Natural Gas, will discuss the ways industries can support the transformative power of education and job readiness. The presentation will be part of the Lunch and Learn series hosted by VCU's L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs. Pierce will share insights on how Virginia Natural Gas has partnered with educational institutions and community organizations by fostering economic growth and enhancing the quality of life for the areas they serve. The talk will be moderated by Jason Burkett, Wilder School senior research consultant. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qQTZZeDcQruQxRpFtxOUog#/registration.

Wednesday, Jun. 18, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Virginia Credit Union (VACU) will host a Financial Success Summer Series each Wednesday in June at VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St. Visit the following URL for additional information about the program.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7H2K8BJ.

Wednesday, Jun. 18, 2025 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Want to learn more about the No. 1 graduate program for advertising and branding in the U.S.? Join us for a virtual informational session — like a Brandcenter 101 — to learn about how we develop the most prominent thinkers and creatives in the industry. We’ll chat about our program, our four concentrations (art direction, copywriting, creative brand management and strategy), the admission process and more. The Brandcenter is still accepting applications for Fall 2025 entry. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brandcenter Admissions at brandcenter@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8384 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/Info-Session-June-2025?utm_source=TelegRam.

Wednesday, Jun. 18, 2025 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Psychology invites you to participate in two studies (compensation is available). One: A study on including video materials in school teaching to make classes more engaging. Two: A study on how people react to fictional characters. You will fill out a 10-minute online questionnaire and then complete both studies in one lab session that will take about one hour. See more details and find out if you are eligible at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU HSS at vcuhss@gmail.com or (804) 554-0584 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=3AJY3KMHN7NF87TY.

RecWell’s personal training packages are available to VCU students and RecWell members. Participants will be guided through an exercise program customized to meet their specific needs and goals by a certified personal trainer, a fitness professional who is committed to supporting client progress. One-on-one and buddy-training packages of three-, six-, 12 or 18-hour-long sessions will be offered. New clients are required to complete an introductory package of three 60-minute sessions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Abbas Sherazi at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/personal-training/.

VCU students are asked to share their experiences with and awareness of on-campus offices and organizations that offer services or resources to students. VCU staff member Jess Hoy, M.S.W., is conducting a research survey that can be completed online and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Students are not required to have ever used a VCU resource to participate. Students who complete the survey will be entered into a raffle to win one of five $25 gift cards to the VCU bookstore. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jess Hoy at hoyj2@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctIBpT8H0TVLHzE4sq66PB1aEx8HCkKwtNtbG8odN3VY0qIA/viewform?usp=sf.

Researchers at Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center are testing a new program to help improve health and well-being among emerging adults age 18-29 with a history of cancer. The program is designed specifically for emerging adult cancer survivors who are interested in making healthy lifestyle changes (e.g., healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, stress, mood) to decrease chronic inflammation. Visit the following URL to learn more and take a brief screening questionnaire to see if you may be eligible.

For more information, contact Christina La Rosa at larosacm@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5362 or visit https://www.mccheal.com/.

Individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as Black or African American are invited to participate in a research study examining the effect of acute and chronic stress on cardiovascular and inflammation responses to an acute mental challenge. Raffle drawings for financial compensation will be conducted. This study will take place at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Jeremy Via at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

This study is inviting individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as LGBTQ. We are also inviting individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 who identify as cis-gender heterosexual for the control group. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of chronic psychosocial stress and vascular inflammation to an acute mental challenge. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Lee Franco, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Jeremy Via at healthyheart@vcu.edu.