Events - Graduate School - Virginia Commonwealth University

Graduate Studies Virtual Open House

Tuesday, September 24// 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (EST)

We are thrilled to extend an invitation for you to explore the vibrant academic community at Virginia Commonwealth University. Join us for our fall 2024 Graduate Studies Virtual Open House. The Graduate School at VCU is home to more than 140 master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs. To browse a list of our graduate programs by academic area, visit our programs page. Register HERE.

Experiential Learning Week - Career Gap Analysis Workshop

Friday, February 9 // 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

Online Event

Have you ever wondered how your experiences stack up against your dream job? This interactive workshop will provide students with an opportunity to reflect on their skills and experiences alongside their future aspirations to find out gaps between where they are now and where they want to be in their careers. Come to the virtual workshop with at least one job posting of interest. Register HERE.

Experiential Learning Week - Community as Classroom Panel

Thursday, February 8 // 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Student Commons, 907 Floyd Avenue (SGA Chambers, 1st floor)

Hear from faculty members and community partners as they share the impact of service-learning on students and the community. Register HERE.

Community-Engaged Teaching and Learning Luncheon - Preparing Future Faculty Series

Thursday, February 8 // 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

VCU Student Commons, Richmond Salons I-II

This interactive lunch will provide insights into community-engaged teaching and learning as a faculty member. Participants will learn what it takes to teach with community impact as a learning outcome. Following the luncheon, participants are encouraged to attend the Community as Classroom panel to hear from service-learning faculty and community partners. Register HERE.

Resolved - A Commitment to Goal Setting

Thursday, January 25 // 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

Virtual Session

This reflective session is designed to help students consider SMART goal setting for 2024. If you want to be more intentional, strategic, and committed to your goals for the year, this session will help you plan. Register HERE.

Career Exploration Week: Lunch & Learn - Leveraging LinkedIn

Friday, November 10 // 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Student Commons, Richmond Salons I

LinkedIn is a great way to share your professional experience and network with others. This interactive lunch and learn will provide students with an opportunity to learn best practices, share tips, and get support on bringing their resume/CV to life on the social media platform. This session is being hosted in collaboration with VCU Business Career Services. Register HERE.

Career Exploration Week: Professional Headshots with Career Services

Friday, November 10 // 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Did you know that VCU Career Services does professional headshots for students on Wednesdays and Fridays? This week, they have reserved these slots for graduate students. Register via RamsConnect. Slots filled? Sign up for a future appointment using Handshake.

Career Exploration Week: STEM Career Expo

Thursday, November 9 // 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Student Commons, Virginia Rooms & Richmond Salons I-III

Interested in a STEM Career? Want to find out more about STEM opportunities on campus? Come and immerse yourself in the STEM Career Expo! This event is the first of its kind and aims to connect VCU students from all class years with: STEM career insights, STEM exploration activities, STEM scholarship, and peer to peer networking. Find out more HERE and register on Handshake.

Career Exploration Week: Interviewing Virtual Workshop

Thursday, November 9 // 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

This informative, virtual session will provide students with tips and best practices for successfully interviewing for jobs. Learn how to prepare, plan for tough questions, and reflect on the skills and qualifications you should highlight to get the job of your dreams. This session is being done in collaboration with the Post-doctoral Student Association and VCU Career Services. Register HERE.

Career Exploration Week: Considerations For Future Faculty Workshop

Wednesday, November 8 // 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Are you considering becoming a faculty member? This virtual session will discuss important considerations for anyone considering a future in academia. Participants will also learn more about VCU’s Preparing Future Faculty Program and Graduate Qualitative Research Credential. Register via RamsConnect.

Career Exploration Week: Professional Headshots with Career Services

Wednesday, November 8 // 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Did you know that VCU Career Services does professional headshots for students on Wednesdays and Fridays? This week, they have reserved these slots for graduate students. Register via RamsConnect. Slots filled? Sign up for a future appointment using Handshake.

Career Exploration Week: Beyond Graduate School Virtual Demo

Monday, November 6 // 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

These sessions are for students to get an overview of the free, virtual platform VCU uses to support graduate students looking to maximize their graduate degree in various fields. Students can take advantage of a host of resources, webinars, and recorded sessions on topics such as resume writing, interviewing, and networking. Registrations are available on RamsConnect.

Career Exploration Week: Beyond the Professoriate Virtual Demo

Monday, November 6 // 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

These sessions are for students to get an overview of the free, virtual platform VCU uses to support graduate students looking to maximize their graduate degree in various fields. Students can take advantage of a host of resources, webinars, and recorded sessions on topics such as resume writing, interviewing, and networking. Registrations are available on RamsConnect.

Graduate Education Week: Applying to Graduate School?

Worried about submitting your Graduate School application? Wondering if you have all of the requirements covered? Join us for a workshop led by VCU Graduate School’s Director of Professional Development, Dr. Erin Brown, to learn more about the Do’s and Don’ts of applying to graduate programs! This workshop will cover how to structure your resume, cover letters, attain recommendations from professors, and more. Registration is open in RamsConnect.

Graduate Education Week: Why Graduate School?

Not sure about your plans after graduation? Considering Graduate School? Join us for a workshop led by VCU Graduate School’s Director of Professional Development, Dr. Erin Brown, to learn more about why you should join a graduate program! This workshop will cover the benefits and advantages that going to Graduate School can have. Registration is open in RamsConnect.

Graduate Teaching Assistant Reflection Sessions

Come reflect on your teaching assistant experience this semester. Discuss your highlights, share best practices, and get advice on concerns. This session is designed to provide a judgment-free zone for students to connect with one another through the shared experience of teaching. In-person and virtual sessions are available. Registration is open in RamsConnect.

Presidential Management Fellows Program Info Sessions

Find out how graduate students from all disciplines can serve as PMF Fellows and work in roles within the Federal Government. Benefits include a full-time salary with benefits, mentoring, training, and possible permanent placement. Students who have graduated within the past two years or who will graduate with an advanced degree by August 31, 2024, are eligible. Registration is open in RamsConnect.

Mentoring Lunch & Learn Series

Registrations are now open for the Mentoring Lunch & Learn Series. Sign up in RamsConnect for our workshops to learn more about developing your mentoring network, finding your inner mentor, and best practices for successful mentoring relationships.

Graduate Fellowship Week with VCU's National Scholarship Office

Join the National Scholarship Office as they present information sessions on the graduate awards throughout the fall semester.