Human Resources

Orientations

VCU offers two types of orientation sessions scheduled every two weeks:

• All new University and Academic Professionals are expected to attend the University Orientation virtual session.  
• All new employees are invited to attend an optional Benefits & Leave Overview virtual session. Please note: You must enroll in health coverage in the first 30 calendar days of your employment (starting with and including your hire date) or your health coverage will be waived. 

University Orientation (Virtual)

This 90-minute orientation introduces you to VCU’s culture, helps build connections and community, and is the starting point for your career development at VCU. 

All new university and academic professionals are expected to attend the University Orientation. We also welcome new faculty who would like to attend the University Orientation, although University Orientation is not a replacement for the twice yearly New Faculty Orientation coordinated by the Office of Faculty Affairs.

To register, select the link for the University Orientation date below that aligns with your start date and self-register in the Talent@VCU system. You will receive a confirmation email with attendance instructions and information once your enrollment is complete.

All new employees are also invited to attend a quarterly in-person networking event. You will enjoy light refreshments, mingle with new colleagues, learn more about career development opportunities, and be able to win prizes. To register, select the link for the date that aligns with your university orientation date.

2025 Sessions

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Benefits & Leave Overview (Virtual)

Before registering for the Benefits & Leave Overview, we encourage you to explore VCU’s self-paced educational and decision making tools.

Please note: You must enroll in health coverage in the first 30 calendar days of your employment (starting with and including your hire date) or your health coverage will be waived. 

• View the ALEX video for VCU New Hires, then engage with the full ALEX tool to guide you through decisions you need to make. 
• Complete some or all of the Benefits eLearning curriculum available in the Talent@VCU learning management system. 
• Visit the Enroll in Benefits webpage for enrollment information and forms
• Visit the Benefits FAQ webpage for answers to commonly asked questions. 

VCU relies on our network of school/unit based HR teams to support employees with many benefits questions beyond what is covered in this orientation. New employees who have confidential or complex questions should contact their HR Professional.

Click on the link for the Benefits & Leave Overview date below that aligns with your start date and self-register in the Talent@VCU system. You will receive a confirmation email with attendance instructions and information once your enrollment is complete.

2025 Sessions

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