10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Take a stroll through the Farmers Market in the plaza of the University Student Commons. Enjoy fresh local produce and local artists.

For more information, contact Carole Dowell at Dowellc2@vcu.edu.

3 p.m.

Learn how to create a Zotero account, import citations and PDFs, organize references and generate citations and bibliographies. Register at the following URL.

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

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Want to Study Abroad in South Korea? The options are limitless: exchanges partners, faculty-led programs, third-party providers, direct enrollment, summer or winter break sessions, a full semester ... which is right for you? Come out to this informational session led by VCU’s Korea study abroad adviser to learn more about what is available in Korea. Returnees, program alum and faculty will be on hand to share their expertise. This is a hybrid event (in person at Hibbs Hall, Room 216, 900 Park Ave. and online). Register on RamsConnect at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alex Heyden at levya@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5794 or visit https://ramsconnect.vcu.edu/eduabroad/rsvp_boot?id=1948764.

5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Good food is enhanced when it is shared. Pull up for a free bite, real conversation and a chance to connect with people across campus at the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, University Student Commons, Suite 215, 907 Floyd Ave. Each week will bring a different menu and cultural connection to the table. Bring a friend or show up solo. No registration needed as long as food lasts. OMSA events are open to all students, faculty andstaff.

For more information, contact Thailon Wilson at wilsont15@vcu.edu.

6 p.m.

This workshop will serve as a guide to finding, reading, evaluating and incorporating academic sources into your work. Register at the following URL.

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

6 p.m.

VCU's Department of Photography + Film is hosting CandyLand, an exhibition highlighting the graduate students’ creative practices exploring themes of cultural attitudes, bodies and digital ephemera. The exhibition opened Sept. 25 in the Seipel Gallery, Murry N. DePillars Building, 1000 W. Broad St. A closing reception will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7. Featured artists include Jordan Campbell, Isaiah Mamo, Priscila Santiago Hernandez and Huang, Young

For more information, contact VCUarts Photography+Film at photofilm@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/candyland/.

6 p.m.

For the first time, three of Diane Severin Nguyen's films, "Tyrant Star," "IF REVOLUTION IS A SICKNESS" and "In Her Time (Iris's Version)," will be screened together as a trilogy. A conversation with Assistant Curator Egbert Vongmalaithong and VCUarts Associate Professor in Photography and Digital Futures Tesora Molina-Garcia will follow the screening. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center (ICA), 601 W. Broad St.

For more information, contact Maya Shaw at shawml3@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/events/diane-severin-nguyen-film-trilogy/.

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Protect yourself and those around you this season. VCU Human Resources is partnering with Walgreens to offer convenient flu and COVD immunization clinics for VCU employees. Today’s clinic will take place on the Health Sciences campus. Visit the following URL for details and to schedule your appointment.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at worklife@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/flu-clinics/.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join the Health Hub at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A, in celebrating a week of wellness. Programs will be held daily through Friday, Oct. 9 to help you grow, move, find and fill yourself. Wednesday is all about moving your own way. Enjoy tables and programs such as wednesday walks and yoga. All are invited.

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

Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Office of the Provost holds a monthly informational session via Zoom for the online, asynchronous Graduate Certificate in Applied AI. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Samantha Weed at weedsj@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/RPtYYNYhJZSH16ch6.

Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will present "Your Brain Deserves a Break, Too." Each Thursday session will feature a different project ranging from painting and bracelet-making to journaling, vision boards and more. Sessions will be at the OMSA, University Student Commons, Suite 215, 907 Floyd Ave. No experience or artistic talent is required. All supplies will be provided and no registration is needed. OMSA activities are open to all students, faculty and staff.

For more information, contact Jaymes Elentrio-Pitt at elentriopijn@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Join VCU Political Science for a transformative adventure exploring the heart of Eastern Africa throughout Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania. A region pulsating with historical significance and vibrant cultures, this program will delve into the intricate dynamics of three remarkable countries and their contributions to democracy and development. Join faculty leader Douglas Kimemia, Ph.D., for a virtual informational session. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/83378645011

For more information, contact Douglas Kimemia at kimemiadk@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.studioabroad.com/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=11302.

Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Thinking about a future in healthcare – or just curious about what’s out there? Come join VCU P.R.I.M.E. (Professional Health and Related Interests Mentoring Experiences) for the group's annual mixer at the University Student Commons, Suite 143, 907 Floyd Ave. Connect with professional schools, VCU programs, student organizations and healthcare professionals all in one location. Come make connections, meet people in the field and practice your networking and professional skills.

For more information, contact VCU P.R.I.M.E. at vcuprime@vcu.edu.

Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Come hear VCU's graduate students share their research during this unique competition that challenges them present using a single static slide. Students from all disciplines participate in this annual competition to showcase their ability to discuss their research with clarity, conciseness and excitement. The event will be in James Branch Cabell Library, Room 303, 901 Park Ave. One winner will be selected to represent VCU at the regional competition in February. A reception will follow the event. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hali Massey at dayberryhj@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1948517.

Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026 at 3 p.m.

Now entering their second decade, the United States-based Hermitage Piano Trio has solidified its place as a leading piano trio, garnering multiple Grammy Award nominations and receiving both audience and press accolades for their performances.The concert will be at VCU's W.E. Singleton Center for the Peerforming Arts.” Tickets are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Natalie Hale at halene@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/hermitage-piano-trio-with-jordan-bak-viola/.

Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Fine Arts will present a lecture by visiting artist Nancy Lupo at the Grace Street Theater, 314 W. Grace St. Lupo's sculptures engage with material culture and language, exploring how collective fantasies and emotions become embedded in form.

For more information, contact Emmy Garcia at garciaem2@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/nancy-lupo-visiting-artist-lecture/.

Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Looking for an undergrad research opportunity? Come to the College of Humanities and Sciences Undergrad Research Pecha Kucha. (A Pecha Kucha presentation is a format that uses 20 slides that are displayed for 20 seconds each.) Hear from students and faculty in the research groups across campus. The meeting will be in the STEM Building, Room 112, 817 W. Franklin St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alexis Finc at alfinc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNouo29ToPOuI2vfbL0t6ybgGoiFwV4QSUdyMe8HFxMU40WQ/viewform?usp=header.

Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026 at noon

Join past Data Dissemination Grant recipients for a panel on innovative approaches to community-engaged data dissemination. Hear best practices, lessons learned, and creative strategies for sharing research findings with communities and learn how you can apply these approaches to strengthen your own research. Register and see the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4ApjHSQaw9LJI-PJZfnq-m1rpGBCym-7f8qQzayU0BLWf_A/viewform?usp=header.

Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026 at noon

Join the Division of Community Engagement for the next Side by Side Exchange, bringing together a VCU faculty member, civic employee and community partner to discuss housing availability and accessibility. Hear how different perspectives can add value to addressing shared societal challenges. Come join us. Click on the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Challen Wellington at wellingtonc@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBX9QKTa6AK7jW4qaXZpmjlOBChEMVinG5twXVpiMbzSiptA/viewform?usp=header.

Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

The Central Virginia Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) Chapter and the Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research will host a virtual meeting via Zoom. Those who attended the 2026 annual SOCRA conference will share and discuss those conference sessions which they found impactful. CE will be provided to SOCRA members. All are welcome. Questions: https://cctr.vcu.edu/ Registration is required, Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shirley Helm at shelm@vcu.edu or (804) 241-7340 or visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join VCU's Department of African American Studies for a Q&A and screening of the film "Kemba," the true story of a college student sentenced for her abusive boyfriend's crimes. Witness her fight for justice, freedom and a second chance. The film will be screened in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Questions: Visit https://afam.vcu.edu/ or contact Grace D. Gipson, Ph.D., (gipsong@vcu.edu) or Lisa Winn Bryan, Ed.D. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Grace D. Gipson at gipsong@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/fpNcnf8GFeZPL3qR8.

Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The OVPRI Division of Research Development will host a short, high-energy session to bring together research interest groups from across VCU whose work closely relates to one another. Groups from the Institute for Research on Behavioral and Emotional Health (IRBEH) and the Institute for Women’s Health (IWH) will be featured during this event. Those who attend will hear about the different research groups within these Institutes, explore potential collaborations and also learn about a research resource available at VCU, Spit for Science, which provides access to longitudinal datasets and genotyped data for researchers at no cost. If you’ve been looking for collaborators, proposal partners, research resources, or a community around a research theme or method similar to your groups’, this is designed for you. The event will be held at Biotech Center-1-Founders (100). Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mary Strawderman at ovprird@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScn3tYHGPhEQasLiovaypUPur4kvZocXZvoblVnXKpTQ-vr6g/viewform?usp=header.

Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Explore how innovation and sustainable practices are shaping the future of food production, with Greenswell Growers CEO Carl Gupton. Sponsored by Universal Corporation and the Institute for Free Enterprise. The event will be at VCU's School of Business, Snead Hall, Room B1115, 301 W. Main St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Carol Mackey at mackeycb@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=b2380399-8c92-4763-87d4-9088e7943275&utm_source=telegram.

Friday, Oct. 23, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

Join LEDstudio for an interactive virtual workshop exploring practical ways to use AI to support student connection. Experiment with activities that generate questions, simulate student perspectives, and create active learning exercises. Leave with ready-to-use prompts, activities, and ideas for integrating AI while keeping human teaching and learning at the center. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tYVDT4Y3RoatXTj-4ab5TA#/registration.

Friday, Oct. 23, 2026 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU's da Vinci Center will host its second Shelfie Feedback Friday of the semester. Hear students, alumni and community members pitch their businesses and innovative ideas to the community. Provide your feedback to help them grow. Strengthen your network and develop entrepreneurship at VCU. The event will be in the Retail Lab, 1235 W. Broad St.

For more information, contact Ashley Wenger at wengeran@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_RqzGISTPepjI8-X4ZgVqARaaEVHQLW7tQhfN_zf6amoOCg/viewform?usp=send_form.

Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Join the VCU School of Education (1015 W. Main St.), Virginia's Training and Technical Assistance Center (T/TAC) and the Virginia Branch of the International Dyslexia Association for a day of in-person learning, networking and professional development at the Dyslexia Symposium. The keynote will be Structured Multiliteracy: The Bridge to Equity featuring Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan, Ed.D., president of Valley Speech Language and Learning Center, Brownsville, Texas. Event highlights will include keynote and breakout sessions, opportunities to network with educators, students, advocates and professionals, vendor tables and an opportunity to learn strategies to better support students with dyslexia. The event will be funded by the Ruth Harris Professorship. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hannah Binsley at Ruthharris@vcu.edu or visit http://Bit.ly/DyslexiaVCU.

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026 at noon

These awards recognize and celebrate the contributions of VCU's School of Medicine faculty. All faculty, staff and students are invited to attend the awards ceremony, which will be in the Bruce Oliver Tucker Auditorium, James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, MMEC, 1201 E. Marshall St. A catered reception will follow in the lobby. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Breydon Horton at breydon.horton@vcuhealth.org or visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Zjgf0saPJ0WGIs76R_6WMg2igHs8El9FqsEBxP-Gc3hUREs1MjBEUVJDV0Q1T1hQWUtXOE9JVzExUS4u.

Friday, Oct. 30, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Come join the Outdoor Adventure Program's team during the annual Halloween climbing event. You are invited to dress in your favorite Halloween costume and climb RecWell's new rock wall at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. During this event, prizes will be awarded, micro competitions will be held along with other activities. Follow the OAP social media pages for more details.

For more information, contact outdoors@vcu.edu at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=5356d5d8-608f-4f93-a812-b26ecc5b63e0.

Friday, Oct. 30, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Cranial B-Mode (CUPID) is a free virtual course introducing clinicians to point-of-care ultrasound for evaluating intracranial pathology. The program includes sessions on image acquisition and interpretation, followed by guided review of real clinical cases involving adult and pediatric patients with closed fontanelles. CME is not available for this workshop. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cfX4aHoMSSu9Zeg6B0erIQ#/registration Those who attend are also invited to submit cranial ultrasound cases or lecture topics for presentation at the symposium: https://forms.gle/xiPpKgRRRiAtqxmt7

For more information, contact Briana Garnett at briana.garnette@vcuhealth.org or visit https://neurology.vcu.edu/education/cpe/.

Monday, Nov. 2, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Are you ready to create stronger connections at work and build more resilient teams? Then join Continuing and Professional Education for the Workplace Learning Summit. This event goes beyond the predictable conference format. Facilitators from VCU, UR and across the region will explore psychological safety, emotional intelligence and effective teamwork. Ideal for professionals across industries at all career stages and no prior experience is required. $25 discount for all VCU faculty, staff, students and alumni. The course will be held in the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Enroll at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amanda Morris at morrisa23@vcu.edu or visit https://www.continuingstudies.vcu.edu/CourseStatus.awp3?&course=27-AM-002.

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026 from 11 a.m. to noon

Want a low-lift way to create short videos for teaching? Join LEDstudio for a hands-on virtual session via Zoom where you’ll practice using Adobe Express to create clean, engaging videos quickly. Participants should have access to Adobe Express. If you need a license, submit the VCU Adobe License Request Form in advance. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/epJJInGtT2aDo8I_Efxfwg#/registration.

Friday, Nov. 6, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Join the Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute for the HIGHER Ground Leadership Conference, celebrating our 20th anniversary alongside America's 250th year. This year's theme, "With Grace, We Rise: Breaking Through to HIGHER Ground," extends a challenge to lead with grace, determination and vision to break through barriers and leave a lasting legacy. The keynote speaker will be Traci DeShazor, Virginia Secretary of Administration. Featured panelists will be Kristen Dahlman, Virginia Deputy Secretary of Commerce and Trade; Jacquelyn Katson, Virginia Deputy Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security; Katie Frazier, Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry; Kristin Collins, Virginia Tax Commissioner and Ghazala Hashmi, Virginia lieutenant governor. The event will be at the Richmond Marriott, 500 E. Broad St. Register at the following URL

For more information, contact Brian Biggio at gehli@vcu.edu or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/higher-ground-conference/2026-conference/.

CVC is the only annual workplace giving program for the Commonwealth’s workforce and provides employees with a selection of approximately 700 carefully screened charities you can support. The campaign will run through Thursday, Dec. 31. All monetary donations through the CVC are 100 percent tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You can give by credit card (until Thursday, Dec. 31) or payroll deduction (until Wednesday, Dec. 15). Learn more about CVC at the following URL. Questions: Contact worklife@vcu.edu

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://hr.vcu.edu/worklife-at-vcu/commonwealth-of-virginia-campaign.

Did you earn your undergraduate degree at age 25 or older? Did you balance college with work, parenting, military service or other responsibilities that made your path different from the traditional college experience? VCU’s Office of Prior Learning is highlighting faculty and staff who were adult or non-traditional students to help today’s students see that there are many paths to earning a degree. If this sounds like you, complete the brief form to share your story and be considered for a feature on our website at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tori Kesling Councill at keslingvl@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/CcoEb3eZicjQ4Pu29.

The Research on Excessive, Persistent, and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab at VCU is conducting a brain imaging study to understand decision-making processes in adults struggling with an excessive need for control, perfectionism, and/or productivity. Participants will be compensated for participating in this study. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2658 or visit https://tinyurl.com/25wnkh7z.