Alumni Month - April 2010
VCU Alumni Month is for you! If you haven't been back to campus recently, this is the perfect opportunity. You are sure to find an activity at VCU in April that will be of interest to you.
Mark your calendars now to come back to campus to attend one or many of the events and activities scheduled for April at VCU. Join in the fun and learning at lectures, forums, bike rides, community service projects, presentations, receptions, dinners, dedications, and other social activities -- all spread out throughout the month.
This list is in progress. Check back later for links to specific information.
April 1
Alumni Month Kick-off Open Houses
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Richard T. Robertson Alumni House
924 W. Franklin St.
MCV Alumni House and Paul A. Gross Conference Center
1016 E. Clay St.
Visit the alumni houses and meet the staff and members of the alumni associations’ boards. Learn about the services and programs offered through the alumni associations. Register for a prize drawing to win a Netbook, VCU coverlet and more. Giveaways, food, beverages and fun.
Virginia Communications Hall of Fame
Country Club of Virginia
1631 St. Andrews Lane
6:30 p.m.
Contact: Michael Hughes, assistant director for development, at (804) 827-3761
College of Humanities & Sciences
Visiting Writers Series features Fanny Howe, “The Winter Sun”
8 p.m.
University Student Commons, Richmond Salons III-IV
Contact: Tom Didato at (804) 828-1329
April 7
College of Humanities & Sciences
Annual Powell-Edwards Lecture in Religion and the Arts
"Vivifying the Sacred: Art and Consecration Rituals in Buddhism"
Naresh Man Bajracharya, leading ritual specialists of Nepalese Buddhism and 2009-10 Fulbright Scholar in Residence
7 p.m.
University Student Commons, Richmond Salons
Contact: (804) 827-0867
16th annual VCU International Business Forum
3-5:30 p.m.
University Student Commons
907 Floyd Ave.
"Working in the 21st Century: The Way We Will Be”
Keynote speaker: John Zogby, president and CEO of Zogby International
Exploring the 21st century’s realities and challenges facing America's work force and the world in which that work force must compete. Reception following (5:30-7 p.m.) in the Snead Hall Atrium, 301 W. Main St.
Contact: Van Wood, 804-828-1746 or vrwood@vcu.edu
April 8
Theatre VCU Presents “The Who’s Tommy”
7:30 p.m.
W. E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts
922 Park Ave.
Cost: $25
Directed by Barry Bell, “Tommy” is the winner of the 1993 Tony Award for Best Musical. A gorgeously tuneful and dramatic work, this rock opera tells the story of Tommy who is traumatized into catatonia after witnessing the murder of his mother’s lover by his father. For tickets, call (804) 828-6026 or e-mail theatretix@vcu.edu. www.vcu.edu/arts/theatre/dept.
April 9
College of Humanities & Sciences
Science Technology and Society Spring 2010 VCU Faculty Brown Bag Series
12:30 p.m.
Forum Room, Student Commons
Featuring Blake Chair in History Andrew Crislip, Ph.D., speaking on "Psychotherapy in Late Ancient Gaza: Healing the Soul (and Perhaps the Body) in the Correspondence of St. Barsanuphius and the Sick Monk Andrew.”
Contact: (804) 828-1635
Theatre VCU presents “The Who’s Tommy”
7:30 p.m. (see information above)
April 9, 16, 23, 30
Rams at Work
Alumni are encouraged to promote VCU in the workplace during Alumni Month. We will send you pennants, stickers, buttons and decals to display and distribute to fellow employees at your place of employment. To take advantage, please contact Morgan McDowell at 804-828-8191.
April 9-11
Outdoor Adventure Program: New River Rafting Trip
Contact: (804) 828-6004 outdoors@vcu.edu
April 10
Rams Night Out
Trolleys will transport you to several restaurants between the two VCU campuses for an evening of good food and fun. Visit all the destinations and become registered to win great prizes.
Contact: Morgan McDowell at (804) 828-8191
Intercultural Festival
1-6 p.m
Monroe Park
The Intercultural Festival is an outdoor festival that includes more than 30 VCU cultural student organizations. Held on the Monroe Park Campus each spring, the festival features performances, exhibits, VCU student art shows, international cuisine from area restaurants, fashion shows, parades, dance lessons and children’s activities.
Contact: (804) 828-4514
Book Drive
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
James Branch Cabell Library
Clear space on your bookshelves and help your university's library at the same time! Please see our book donation guidelines book donation guidelines for the kinds of materials we accept. Volunteers and VCU Libraries staff will be at the James Branch Cabell Library basement loading dock to assist with your book donation - just drive up, turn in a completed book donation form and volunteers will help unload the boxed or bagged books from your vehicle.
Contact: Antonia Vassar at (804) 828-1105
Theatre VCU Presents, “The Who’s Tommy”
7:30 p.m. (see information above)
April 12
College of Humanities & Sciences
Bishop Walter F. Sullivan Lecture Series
3-4:30 p.m.
Student Commons, Richmond Salons
Features Keo Cavalcanti, Ph.D., James Madison University, on "Living Outside the Gates: The Religious Needs of Secular Immigrants."
Contact: (804) 827-3429
April 14
College of Humanities & Sciences
Alexandrian Society Symposium
9 a.m.–6 p.m.
University Student Commons
907 Floyd Ave.
Contact: (804) 828-9675 or alexsociety@vcu.edu
College of Humanities & Sciences, Department of English Creative Writing Program
7 p.m.
University Student Commons, Richmond Salons IV
Visiting Writers Series presents Richmond Noir, a celebration of Richmond writers.
Contact: Tom Didato at 804-828-1329
DaVinci Day
School of Engineering
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 pm
Snead Hall Auditorium
301 West Main Street
The da Vinci Surgical Robot: Integration of Art, Business, and Engineering Thinking
Speakers: Ms. Victoria Collins of Intuitive Surgical; Drs. Cecelia Boardman and David Lanning of VCU School of Medicine. A reception in Qimonda Atrium in the Engineering East Hall will immediately follow the program.
Contact: Ken Kahn at 804-828-8994
April 15
The Department of History presents the William E. and Miriam S. Blake Lecture in the History of Christianity Features Diane Apostolos-Cappodona, Ph.D., on “The DaVinci Code: Is there a woman in that painting?"
Contact: (804) 828-1636
April 16
TGIF Happy Hour – School of Business
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Blackfinn Restaurant & Saloon
1001 Haxall Point
Contact: Donna Sharits at (804) 828-1485
VCU Choral Concert
8-9:30 p.m.
W. E. Singleton Center, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall
922 Park Ave.
Featuring the Choral Arts Society and the Women's Chorus, directed by Rebecca Tyree; the Commonwealth Singers, directed by John Guthmiller; and the student-directed Vocal Chamber Ensemble. Tickets are $5 general admission; free for VCU students with ID.
Contact: www.vcumusic.org or (804) 828-6776
Department of Physical Therapy Golf Tournament
11:30 a.m.
Shotgun start: 1:30 p.m.
Hunting Hawk Golf Course
15201 Ashland Road, Glen Allen
Contact: Mary Beth Brown at (540) 556-9704
Rams at Work
See information above
April 17
VCUAA Service to Community and VCU Committee
School Beautification Project
9 am - 2 pm
Richmond Community High School
201 E. Brookland Park Boulevard
Over 100 volunteers helped with the beautification last fall. This event will be the second phase.
Register online via the alumni month registration form.
Relay for Life
11 a.m.
Benefits the American Cancer Society
Contact: Sharon.Pierce@cancer.org at (804) 527-3700
Alumni Family Day at Swader's Sports Park
10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
4725 Whitehill Blvd., Prince George
Visit this family-friendly sports park that features go-kart tracks, laser tag, mini golf, arcade games, indoor playland, batting cages, a driving range and more. $20 includes three areas and $10 of arcade value. This is $5 off the regular purchase price. You must register to receive the $5 discount.
Contact: Morgan McDowell at (804) 828-8191
Theatre VCU Presents, “The Who’s Tommy”
7:30 p.m.
See information above
April 18-23
Affordable Housing Week
In observance of the Richmond Affordable Housing Week, area nonprofit organizations will host several service projects throughout the Richmond area. The activities will include home repair, carpentry, painting, etc. No prior skills required.
Contact: (804) 827-1904, e-mail Ron Brown or register here.
April 20
Graduate Student Research Symposium & Exhibit
11am-1pm
Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom
The Graduate Student Research Symposium & Exhibit is the Graduate Student Association's annual premiere event and has become a fixture in VCU's academic culture. The Symposium showcases graduate student work and allows the VCU community to see their research findings. Presenters represent all programs spanning both campuses. For information, contact Lori Floyd-Miller, lafloyd@vcu.edu, (804) 828-2233.
April 20-22
Campus Food Drive
Monroe Park Campus
Contact: Ron Brown at (804) 827-1904 or register here.
April 22
Theatre VCU Presents, “The Who’s Tommy”
7:30 p.m.
See information above
April 23
- RPI (Richmond Professional Institute) Reunion – honoring the 50-year class of 1960. Call (804) 828-7020 or click here.
- MCVAA Reunion – Call (804) 828-3900 or click here.
- AAAC Reunion - Call (804) 828-2586 or click here.
Richmond T. Robertson Alumni House 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
4:30 p.m.
Visit the Robertson Alumni House and meet those who were instrumental in the purchase and planning of VCU’s first alumni house. Keynote address by Richard T. Robertson (B.S.'67/MC) at 5 p.m.
Contact: Diane Stout-Brown at (804) 828-7020 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
April 24-Reunions continue
Cycling Event
8 a.m.
Student Commons
Alumni and friends are invited to a morning bicycle ride. The route begins at the Student Commons and goes east on Osborne Turnpike (Route 5) to the Osborne Boat Landing. The ride is about 22 miles round trip with a few hills and some traffic. There will be an extended route for those who would like to ride a little more than 22 miles. Cue sheets will be provided for all riders. There will be a meet and greet from 8-9 am in the Student Commons to meet VCU’s own Cycling Team. You can also order a VCU Cycling Kit (jersey and shorts) at the meet and greet. Refreshments will be provided for cyclists at the meet and greet and at the Osborne Boat Landing rest stop. Must be 18 or older to participate. Sponsored by VCU Alumni Association and the Division of Student Affairs & Enrollment Services.
Contact: 804-828-2586 or register here.
2011 Alumni Travel Presentation
10 a.m.
MCV Alumni House and Paul Gross Conference Center-Room 217
1016 E. Clay St.
Learn about upcoming travel opportunities sponsored by the alumni associations. These trips provide a great way to see the world while in the company of fellow alumni.
Contact: Rob Brodsky at (804) 828-1672
Resume Writing and Behavioral Interviewing
9 a.m.
University Student Commons-Forum Room
907 Floyd Ave.
Although you may think you know how to write a resume, this session will cover resume writing for today’s job market. Additionally, updated information on interviewing skills will be covered and you will learn how to prepare for the behavioral interview. This session will be conducted by faculty from the VCU University Career Center.
Contact: Charles Smith at (804) 828-7017 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
CareerBeam Demonstration
University Student Commons-Forum Room
907 Floyd Ave.
10 a.m.
Join us for an overview of CareerBeam, a new program offered to assist alumni with their career exploration. This session will provide a step-by-step guide in using the various personal assessment tools and business and job databases available to alumni through this virtual career center.
Contact: Charles Smith at (804) 828-7017 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
Using Social Media for Marketing
11 a.m.
Student Commons-Forum Room
907 Floyd Ave.
Back by popular demand. Join Cynthia Schmidt, director of University Marketing, and Tammy Berwanger, project manager in University Marketing, and learn how to market yourself, your business or your program using social media.
Contact: Charles Smith at (804) 828-7017 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
Book Drive
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
James Branch Cabell Library
Clear space on your bookshelves and help your university's library at the same time! Please see our book donation guidelines book donation guidelines for the kinds of materials we accept. Volunteers and VCU Libraries staff will be at the James Branch Cabell Library basement loading dock to assist with your book donation - just drive up, turn in a completed book donation form and volunteers will help unload the boxed or bagged books from your vehicle.
Contact: Antonia Vassar at (804) 828-1105
VCU Libraries Workshop on Alumni Database Access
1-2 p.m.
James Branch Cabell Library
901 Park Ave.
Did you know that dues-paying members of the VCU Alumni Association have access to Ebsco's Academic Search and Business Search? Find out how to use these resources in this VCU Libraries Workshop. Afterward, take a tour of Cabell Library and see our newly renovated spaces, discover some of the treasures in Special Collections and Archives, and see how much has changed at the VCU Libraries!
Contact: Antonia Vassar at (804) 828-1105 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
School of Dentistry Alumni Antique Car Show
2–5 p.m.
512 N. 12 St.
Come out to mingle with your friends while admiring vintage cars artfully displayed along 12th Street, adjacent to the Baxter Perkinson Dental Building.
Contact: Barbara Payton at (804) 828-3900
Aging Gracefully
3-4 p.m.
Omni Richmond Hotel, Shenandoah Room
Alumni of all ages will learn tips on balancing their biological, psychological and social wellness from Dr. E. Ayn Welleford, Department of Gerontology chair and associate professor. The dynamics of parent – adult children relationships will also be explored.
Contact: Barbara Payton at (804) 828-3900 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
Ballroom Dancing
3-4:30 pm
Omni Richmond Hotel, Potomac Room
100 S. 12th St.
Here’s your opportunity to dance with other alumni stars! Learn the fun basics of ballroom dancing including the Swing, the Cha Cha, the Tango, the Social Fox Trot, and join the Samba Line Dance. VCU Dance and Choreography instructor John Massey will lead this session.
Contact: Barbara Payton at (804) 828-3900 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
Blind Comparative Wine Tasting
3–4:30 p.m.
MCV Foundation, Beers-Newton House
1228 E. Broad St.
Cost: $25
Do you think you can tell the difference between a wine produced in the Old World (Europe) versus one produced in the U.S.? Attend this fun, informational blind comparative wine tasting and test your palate.
Contact: Barbara Payton at (804) 828-3900 or register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
Henry H. Hibbs and Margaret L. Johnson Plaza Dedication
5 p.m.
Scott House/Ginter House lawn
909 W. Franklin St.
In memory of Dr. Henry H. Hibbs, RPI’s first director, and Margaret L. Johnson, first dean of students, the late William R. O’Connell Jr. (B.M.E.'55/M) and the late Peggy T. O’Connell donated funds to preserve their legacy through a plaza that surrounds the RPI commemorative sculpture, Tableith. Register online on the Alumni Month Registration form.
Theatre VCU Presents: “The Who’s Tommy”
7:30 p.m.
See information above
April 25
Reunions conclude
April 28
Business Talks Business
11:30 a.m–1 p.m.
Snead Hall, Room 2165
301 W. Main St.
"Strategy and Corporate Governance" with Dr. Jeffrey A. Krug, professor in the VCU School of Business.
Contact: Donna Sharits at (804) 828-1485
April 29
Business Talks Business
7:30–9 a.m.
Location to be announced
"Strategy and Corporate Governance" with Dr. Jeffrey A. Krug, professor in the VCU School of Business.
Contact: Donna Sharits at (804) 828-1485
Dance Spring Senior Project
8 p.m.
Grace Street Theatre
Cost: $10
Contact: 804-828-1711, dance@vcu.edu or www.vcu.edu/theatre/dance/dept/
April 30
Business Talks Business
Time and location to be announced
"Strategy and Corporate Governance" with Dr. Jeffrey A. Krug, professor in the VCU School of Business.
Contact: Donna Sharits at (804) 828-1485
Alumni Night at the Diamond
7:05 p.m.
Take in a baseball game with Richmond’s new Flying Squirrels against the Bowie Baysox. Tickets are just $4 for all VCU alumni. Visit the VCU Alumni Association tent for special giveaways. Discount may be received by completing the attached order form.
School of Business Golf Tournament
Information to come
School of Education Golf Tournament
11:30 a.m.
The Crossings Golf Course
800 Virginia Center Parkway, Glen Allen
School of Engineering Senior Design Expo
Science Museum of Virginia
2500 W. Broad St.
Contact: Naomi Crown at (804) 828-2909
Dance Spring Senior Project
8 p.m.
Grace Street Theatre
Cost: $10
Contact: 804-828-1711, dance@vcu.edu or www.vcu.edu/theatre/dance/dept/
Throughout April
Two-week introductory membership to the Cary Street Gym and the MCV Campus Recreation and Aquatics Center. Try out the newly renovated Cary Street Gym facility or MCV Campus Recreation and Aquatics Center for any two weeks during the month of April. More description of the facilities. You must register first. Register using the online Alumni Month Registration form.
Contact: Diane Stout-Brown at (804) 828-7020
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