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Now showing events from August 10, 2020 to August 18, 2020
- [Virtual] Confident Career Pivots: Translating Your Skills with Becca Shelton, UR Career AdvisorAug1012:00 PM - 1:00 PMHave you been considering a career change, but not sure where to start? Join Becca Shelton, UR Career Advisor, for a session on how to talk about your skills in your resume and cover letters. We’ll be talking about resume formats better suited for career switchers, and how to incorporate your transferable skills in your job application documents.... Continue reading
- [Virtual] Children's Book Talk and Reading with author Linda Hobgood and illustrator Sarah Muse, '13Aug114:30 PM - 5:15 PMAlumni and families are invited to join author and director of the speech center, Linda Hobgood, and illustrator, Sarah Muse, ’13, for a virtual talk and reading of their children’s book, Yesternight.... Continue reading
- Teaching with One Book, One RichmondAug1211:00 AM - 12:00 PMThe 2020-21 One Book, One Richmond selection is Palaces for the People: How Social Infrastructure Can Help Fight Inequality, Polarization, and the Decline of Civic Life by Eric Klinenberg.Join Jeannine Keefer, Visual Arts Librarian, for a pedagogy discussion.Please register in advance.This event is co-sponsored by Boatwright Library and One Book, One Richmond.
- Qigong Session with Jennifer CableAug1212:00 PM - 1:00 PMPlease join URWELL Employee for a Qigong session with our very own UR faculty member, Jennifer Cable. Qigong can be described as a mind-body-spirit practice that improves one's mental and physical health by integrating posture, movement, breathing techniques and focused intent. Jennifer will facilitate this interactive session to focus on boosting the immune system. All ability levels are welcome!... Continue reading
- [Virtual] Mid-Week Meditation with Roger MancastroppaAug121:00 PM - 1:30 PMTake a mid-week pause as UR staff member Roger Mancastroppa offers a 30-minute instruction in mindfulness and meditation.Each week Roger will be teaching basic KORU mindfulness skills that build on each other, making the session perfect for those new to mindfulness and those looking to grow their practice alike!... Continue reading
- Virtual Tuition Exchange & Remission Info SessionsAug123:00 PM - 4:15 PMPlease for an information session if you have unmarried dependents (age 23 or under) who will be applying to college in the Fall of 2020. Representatives from the Admission, Financial Aid, and Human Resources Offices will share information about the college application process, financial resources, Tuition Exchange and Tuition Remission, and important deadlines! Employees, spouses, and high-school... Continue reading
- [Virtual] Yoga with University Recreation instructor MaryAug1310:00 AM - 11:00 AMJoin us for yoga taught by University Recreation instructor Mary! We recommend using a mat or towel during the session. Thursday, August 1310-11 a.m. ET Click here to register for this event If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Alumni Relations at alumnievents@richmond.edu or call (804) 289-8030.
- Teaching with One Book, One RichmondAug133:00 PM - 4:00 PMThe 2020-21 One Book, One Richmond selection is Palaces for the People: How Social Infrastructure Can Help Fight Inequality, Polarization, and the Decline of Civic Life by Eric Klinenberg.Join Jeannine Keefer, Visual Arts Librarian, for a pedagogy discussion.Please register in advance.This event is co-sponsored by Boatwright Library and One Book, One Richmond.
- New Faculty OrientationAug18All DayThis event is meant to familiarize new faculty with campus, provide important resources, and allow faculty to meet their new colleagues.
- Academic Advisor WorkshopAug188:30 AM - 12:15 PMThe annual academic advisor workshop will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., with lunch to follow the event. More info to follow! Note: this is a faculty/staff event.
