Student Issue for July 10, 2026

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Center for Human-Animal Interaction Adds Additional Sales Dates for 25th Anniversary Shirt

Add to calendar 10-07-2026 11:00:00 10-07-2026 13:00:00 America/New_York Center for Human-Animal Interaction Adds Additional Sales Dates for 25th Anniversary Shirt Support Dogs on Call and other CHAI programs by purchasing a 25th anniversary shirt at the box office at Main Hospital, 1250 E. Marshall St., near Subway, while supplies last. Visit the box office near the Subway entrance on the first floor of the Main Hospital to purchase a 25th Anniversary shirt or one of our previous designs. Center for Human-Animal Interaction chai@vcuhealth.org DD/MM/YYYY

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Support Dogs on Call and other CHAI programs by purchasing a 25th anniversary shirt at the box office at Main Hospital, 1250 E. Marshall St., near Subway, while supplies last.

For more information, contact Center for Human-Animal Interaction at chai@vcuhealth.org or (804) 628-2532 or visit https://chai.vcu.edu/.

VCU Mass Communications Graduate Program Informational Session

Add to calendar 10-07-2026 12:00:00 10-07-2026 13:00:00 America/New_York VCU Mass Communications Graduate Program Informational Session Ready to take the next step in your professional journey? Join VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture for a virtual informatioal session exploring the school's M.S. in Mass Communications and Graduate Certificate in Media and Leadership. Learn how the programs can help you lead in today's evolving media landscape. Join at vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad. https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad Jonathan Brown brownj64@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Ready to take the next step in your professional journey? Join VCU's Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture for a virtual informatioal session exploring the school's M.S. in Mass Communications and Graduate Certificate in Media and Leadership. Learn how the programs can help you lead in today's evolving media landscape. Join at vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad.

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

Melanin in Motion: Line Dance Class

Add to calendar 10-07-2026 12:00:00 10-07-2026 12:45:00 America/New_York Melanin in Motion: Line Dance Class Looking for a fun Friday lunch break plan? The Black Virginia Theatre Alliance will host a summer line dancing class every Friday at noon at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. All are invited. 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A VCU Health Hub vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Looking for a fun Friday lunch break plan? The Black Virginia Theatre Alliance will host a summer line dancing class every Friday at noon at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. All are invited.

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

Coming up

Breathe and Rise

Add to calendar 13-07-2026 13:00:00 13-07-2026 14:00:00 America/New_York Breathe and Rise VCU's Health Hub holds a free weekly yoga session created just for the recovery community and allies. It is a completely zero-pressure space to connect, stretch and unwind together at 1330 N. 25th St. 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A VCU Health Hub vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Jul. 13, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU's Health Hub holds a free weekly yoga session created just for the recovery community and allies. It is a completely zero-pressure space to connect, stretch and unwind together at 1330 N. 25th St.

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

Health Hub After Dark: Rollator Repair

Add to calendar 13-07-2026 17:00:00 13-07-2026 19:00:00 America/New_York Health Hub After Dark: Rollator Repair The Health Hub will host a Rollator repair clinic at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. The clinic will include free Rollator (four-wheeled walker) safety checks and basic repairs, including: tightening brakes, adjusting handles and replacing worn nuts/bolts. Some part replacements (wheels, seats) may be available. 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A VCU Health Hub vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Jul. 13, 2026 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Health Hub will host a Rollator repair clinic at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. The clinic will include free Rollator (four-wheeled walker) safety checks and basic repairs, including: tightening brakes, adjusting handles and replacing worn nuts/bolts. Some part replacements (wheels, seats) may be available.

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

Help Shape Our Next Community Conversation

Add to calendar 20-07-2026 17:30:00 20-07-2026 19:30:00 America/New_York Help Shape Our Next Community Conversation You're invited to Democracy in Dialogue, a community conversation taking place at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Hosted in partnership with the Baldacci Institute for Civil Discourse, this event is an opportunity to connect with neighbors, enjoy free food and engage in thoughtful, respectful conversations about the issues that matter most to our community. Help to choose a topic by taking a brief poll at the following URL. The event is limited to 40 participants. VCU Health Hub VCU Health Hub vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Monday, Jul. 20, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

You're invited to Democracy in Dialogue, a community conversation taking place at the VCU Health Hub, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A. Hosted in partnership with the Baldacci Institute for Civil Discourse, this event is an opportunity to connect with neighbors, enjoy free food and engage in thoughtful, respectful conversations about the issues that matter most to our community. Help to choose a topic by taking a brief poll at the following URL. The event is limited to 40 participants.

For more information, contact VCU Health Hub at vcuhealthhub@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxCJ3SPr7IH2F9J-jlA6rUZaAddxqTI60MLPylPFTlfufItg/viewform?usp=send_form.

Notices

VCU Mobile Awareness and Engagement Survey

What actually gets you to stop, look or click? VCU Technology Services wants to be more effective in reaching you, not just spamming your inbox and hoping for the best. We're surveying students on VCU Mobile and, more importantly, how you actually like to hear about the app. It takes about 3–5 minutes, and everyone who completes it will be entered into a raffle for a Polaroid Go Generation 3. See the survey at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katie Shedden at itinnovation@vcu.edu or visit https://vcuportal.questionpro.com/vcumobile.

ACGME Neurocritical Care Fellowship Application Deadline July 20

Both NCC-1 and 2 year tracks are available, allowing applicants to select the path that best aligns with their career goals. Applications are now open through SF Match. The program is grounded in exceptional training, compassionate care and innovative research. Qualified candidates are invited to help lead the future of neurocritical care. Apply by Monday, July 20 at https://neurology.vcu.edu/education/neurology-fellowships/

For more information, contact Briana Garnett at briana.garnette@vcuhealth.org or visit https://neurology.vcu.edu/education/neurology-fellowships/neurocritical-care-neurology-fellowship/.

MCV Campus Student 2026 Fall Permit Lottery Signups Begin Monday, July 13 at 9 a.m.

MCV Lottery Fall 2026 process: Lottery signups will be held Monday, July 13, at 9 a.m. to Thursday, July 16, at 4 p.m. Lottery award letters will go out Monday, July 20, beginning at 9 a.m. Lottery permit sales will begin Tuesday, July 21, at 9 a.m. to Friday, July 24, at 4 p.m. Leftover sales will begin Monday, July 27, at 9 a.m. MCV is a lottery process. Verify the proper vehicle information you are registering when purchasing your permit because the license plate recognition (LPR) system is used. Questions: Visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Olivia Truban at parking@vcu.edu or visit https://parking.vcu.edu.

Research Study: Understanding the Best Strategy for Estrogen Administration To Optimize Bone Health in Young Women With Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

VCU and UVA seek females ages 14–30 for a research study. If you are low weight, lost significant weight or exercise heavily and have missed or irregular periods (FHA), you may qualify. FHA can harm bone health due to low estrogen. This study tests estrogen and progesterone to improve bone health. Includes four visits over 14 months (exams, questionnaires, nutrition/exercise review, bone scans) at no cost. Up to $925 compensation plus travel support. Contact: misralab@uvahealth.org

For more information, contact Alexandra Lempke at alexandra.lempke@vcuhealth.org.

Participants Are Invited for Study Examining the Impact of Exercise on Cardiovascular Health

This study is inviting individuals between the ages of 18 and 24 with poor sleep. Compensation is up to $50. The purpose of this study is to examine the effect of aerobic and resistance exercise on cardiovascular responses and vascular inflammation. 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 Garrett Oehlert at healthyheart@vcu.edu.

Risk-Taking in Eating Disorders Study

The Translational Research on Eating and Affect (TREAT) Lab is recruiting adolescent girls and young adult women (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. See the survey at the following URL.

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

Participants Are Invited For Study Examining the Impact of Cold Water Immersion on Symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

This study is seeking individuals between the ages of 18 and 35 years who have GAD or symptoms of GAD. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of cold water immersion on GAD symptoms with specific focus on blood vessel function. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principle Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.

Participants Are Invited For Study Examining the Impact of Heat Therapy on Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

This study is seeking individuals between the ages of 18 and 55 years who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or symptoms of PTSD. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of heat therapy (infrared sauna) on PTSD symptoms with specific focus on blood vessel function. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principle Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

For more information, contact Ryan Garten at rsgarten@vcu.edu.

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