2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Division of Community Engagement in the Office of the Provost invites faculty, staff and students to a Data Entry Party for the division's new database – Collaboratory. This event is designed to bring the community together while making meaningful progress on activity entry. With a curated playlist to set the tone, DCE will celebrate its progress throughout the session with periodic raffle drawings. The event is open to all DCE team members, Data Champions, members of the DCE Council for Community Engagement and all those who do community-engaged work at the university. Those unable to attend in person are encouraged to send a proxy. All guests are welcome. The event will be at the Mary and Frances Youth Center, 120 S. Linden St.

For more information, contact Tani Washington at washingtot8@vcu.edu.

3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Health Hub now holds weekly Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings on Thursdays at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Meetings may include readings from AA literature, personal stories of recovery and open discussion guided by the Twelve Steps. All who have a desire to stop drinking are welcome, regardless of background or length of sobriety.

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

Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 at 10 a.m.

VCU December Commencement will be held at the Stuart C. Siegel Center, 1200 W. Broad St. Be mindful of the increased number of visitors and traffic impacts in the area as a result.

For more information, contact Britt Dixon at dixonbd@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 at 11:30 a.m.

Ready to take the next step toward a career in the legal profession? Join Continuing and Professional Education for an upcoming Certificate in Paralegal Studies Adviser Session to learn how this program can equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Nancy Lowe at nalowe@vcu.edu or visit https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7d93a731a70c4870a4bf97e89f45eafa.

Friday, Apr. 24, 2026 from noon to 5 p.m.

The Women in Science, Dentistry and Medicine (WISDM) Faculty Organization will host an afternoon of networking and professional development through enhancement of leadership skills. The conference theme is "Time to Lead: Reclaiming Your Path in Health Care and Science." The event will be held at the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Registration will begin at the end of February 2026.

For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at hedstromj@vcu.edu or visit https://medschool.vcu.edu/about/deans-office/faculty-affairs/women-in-medicine#d.en.629085.

VCU Staff Senate announces the eighth annual Awards of Excellence are now open. These awards provide the deserved exposure and recognition of the hard work and extraordinary achievements of VCU and VCU Health staff. Submit a nomination by Friday, Dec. 19 and learn more about the awards at the following URL.

For more information, contact Staff Senate at staffsenate@vcu.edu or visit https://staffsenate.vcu.edu/initiatives/awards-for-excellence/.

As the semester winds down, students (and colleagues) are invited to share words of gratitude with VCU professors. University faculty members work hard to make a positive impact – let them know you’ve noticed. Expressing kindness not only brightens someone’s day, it’s good for you too. Questions: Contact the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence at ctle@vcu.edu. Spread joy and send your VCU profs some well-deserved props through the following URL.

For more information, contact Susan Coombes at ctle@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/u1b8ByEcK3r5jzqG8.

The Virginia minimum wage will increase to $12.77 per hour on Jan. 1, 2026. On that date, all university employees currently making less than this amount will have their hourly rate raised to $12.77. No action is required from employees or managers. Employees may view their employment information, including wages, through eServices. Contact your HR Professional with any questions or concerns.

For more information, contact VCU Human Resources at askhr@vcu.edu.

Grade sheets are now available on faculty eServices. Grades are due by noon on Thursday, Dec. 18, at which time grade entry will no longer be available. It is imperative to meet this deadline to complete all-end-of-semester processes prior to the winter closure. Faculty may choose to use the feature to upload grades from an Excel file into eServices or use Canvas Grade Passback to push grades into Banner. Faculty may only access grade sheets for courses to which they have been assigned.

For more information, contact The Office of the University Registrar at rar@vcu.edu.

Massey offers multiple pathway programs for students interested in cancer research, from laboratory sciences, population health sciences, scientific writing and clinical trial operations. Program applications are available for high school, undergraduate, medical and pre/postdoctoral trainees. Apply by Feb. 6 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Caroline Blair at blaircp@vcu.edu or visit https://www.masseycancercenter.org/education-and-training/.

VCU's Division of Community Engagement invites faculty and staff to showcase their board service, association involvement and work group memberships in the university's partnership database. These roles demonstrate VCU’s commitment to leadership and community partnership. Collaboratory, the university’s platform for documenting community-engaged and public service activities, helps to capture the full breadth of VCU's collaborations and collective impact. See the submission form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tani Washington at washingtot8@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/qqBpDfF8rMGQUYFx7.

The Translational Research on Eating and Affect (TREAT) Lab is recruiting adolescents and young adults assigned female at birth (aged 12 to 25 years) for a brain imaging study to understand risky decision-making in individuals who have concerns about their body shape/weight, or overeat, purge, use laxatives, diet severely or exercise excessively. We are also investigating these processes in individuals without a psychological disorder. There will be compensation for participation. For more information, contact the TREAT Lab at treatlab@vcuhealth.org or 804-827-4174, or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=48YEAYT8MK33E8EJ.

For more information, contact Kelsey Hagan, Ph.D., PI at treatlab@vcuhealth.org or (804) 827-4174 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=48YEAYT8MK33E8EJ.

Black parents/caregivers and their children (ages 8-12) are invited to share their experiences with race, family meal times and health through a small-group conversation in the Richmond area. This feedback will inform future community programming that promotes family discussions about race, nutritious meals and more. Participating caregivers and youth will receive compensation for their time and insights. If you are still interested, please complete our study screener at the following URL.

For more information, contact AYA Research Team at ayaresearch@vcu.edu or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2o4YLtcFE7mVnkq.