1 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center, GEO and ELP will host a workshop in Room 3127, 912 W. Grace St. Develop the ability to find, read, evaluate and incorporate academic sources into your work. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

1 p.m.

The Academic Internship Office wants to partner with you to develop and increase the number of academic internship opportunities within VCU's campus community. Register at the following URL for the upcoming virtual sessions.

For more information, contact Cameron Carter at ccarter4@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w35uSCA5Y_ftTfKrZ6km4Zp0kB0_SBL4RuSIgi73FRc/edit?usp=sharing.

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The You First at VCU First-Generation Student Success and Research Center is offering two You First Ambassador training sessions this spring (Thursday, March 26 and Thursday, April 23). Ambassador training is designed to build a community of champions for first-generation college students. Participants who complete the training will receive a decal to put in their office, a digital decal for their email signature and an official Credly badge for their email signature and LinkedIn page. Register for a session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZsTiYg56TEqrnP0cGWa-JQ.

10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.

The Pace Center (700 W. Franklin St.) will host Pause and Reflect to consider the questions, "Where were you when you found out about what happened?" And, "How are you feeling now?" We will conclude by 10:50 a.m. for those who have an 11 a.m. class. Refreshments will be provided.

For more information, contact Russ Kerr at kerrr@vcu.edu or visit http://www.thepacecenter.com.

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Schools of Medicine and Pharmacy, along with the College of Health Professions, will host a free, immersive, day-long event showcasing educational research and initiatives from the entire MCV campus. The keynote speaker, Tasha Wyatt, Ph.D., from the Uniformed Services University, will present "Still Standing, Quietly Decaying: How Professional Legitimacy in HPE Creates Trainee Harm." The session will be held in Rooms 7-200A/205B and the lobby of the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center (MMEC), 1201 E. Marshall St.

For more information, contact Jody Hedstrom at hedstromj@vcu.edu or visit https://hses.vcu.edu.

12 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center and Campus Learning Center will host a workshop via Zoom. The workshop will serve as a guide to finding, reading, evaluating and incorporating academic sources into your work. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Join A New Way of Life, every Thursday from noon-1 p.m. This program is a weekly Alcoholics Anonymous meeting that provides a supportive and confidential environment. Everyone is welcome regardless of background or length of sobriety. Meetings are held at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A.

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

12 p.m.

Juniors, seniors and first-year graduate students in STEM fields are encouraged to join us to learn more about the National Science Foundation’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program, which funds up to three years of graduate study in non-medical STEM disciplines. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/k8X8QvzaFWzddXteA.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and the Department of Biostatistics will present a lunch research seminar via Zoom. Roy Sabo, Ph.D., professor, Biostatistics, will discuss a study design approach aimed at addressing high dropout rates in control groups of randomized controlled trials. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/j8FnV0c4RV28MjbzDCwOZQ#/registration.

12:30 p.m.

This event has been moved to Zoom. Join the Department of Graphic Design in welcoming the newest visiting artist in our Objects + Methods Lecture Series. Pouya Ahmadi is a typographer, publisher and educator. He is the founder of Amalgam, a design and publishing studio and a journal that explores the intersection of typography, language and power. Through publishing, installations and lecture-performances, he engages with the material and discursive ruptures that shape typographic and linguistic ecologies. See the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Luiza Dale at oliveiramal@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/89059452198.

2 p.m.

This general informational session is geared toward undergraduates in every major and year. All are welcome. Learn about the National Scholarship Office, the (inter)nationally competitive awards for which we advise and how to make yourself a great candidate. The session will be in person (701 W. Grace St., Suite 1200) and vitual. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/uZXXDs2tobQHfYFz6.

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU's Science Hub and the Office of Undergraduate Research will present the second Undergraduate Research Series panel of the semester in Room 112, STEM Building, 817 W. Franklin St. Want to become involved in research but not sure how? This panel features undergrad student researchers who share about their work, their experiences and how they connected with their faculty advisers. Register to attend and submit questions for panelists at https://forms.gle/NjqPy5Atm5FDyB1Y6

For more information, contact Sunauz Moezzi at moezzis@vcu.edu or (571) 223-9390 or visit https://clc.vcu.edu/science-hub/.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Private loans work differently (and usually cost more). This virtual workshop with the VCU Financial Success Center breaks down what borrowers should know now to avoid surprises later. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Eva Waldron at waldroneb@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=9fc1b5ca-7d53-40d9-a6cf-a9978dd5f478&utm_source=telegram.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The VCU Office of Health Initiatives and the Graduate Medical Education R.E.A.C.H. (Respect, Engagement, Accessibility, Connection and Health) Committee will sponsor an interactive panel. Guest speakers from the Office of Government Relations will break down the state legislative process and highlight key issues from the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session impacting the VCU Health System – from workforce challenges to evolving health policy. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Logan Vetrovec at ohiconnect@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/JLVxV2PyyJh5iLTb9.

7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Join Rams In Recovery for the group's All Community Meeting and meal. Connect with the community, share a meal and meet others. Whether you’re new, already involved, a person in recovery, or an ally to our community, this is a welcoming space and all are invited. The meal will be at 7 p.m. at the group's club house, 1103 W. Marshall St. A recovery meeting will follow at 7:30 p.m.

For more information, contact Kelly Fugate at edwardskm@vcu.edu.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Join the Activities Programming Board (APB) to play a variety of games, win prizes, socialize and meet this year's crowned homecoming court. The event will be in the ballroom of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Sensiere Thompkins-Harris at thompkinshs@vcu.edu.

Friday, Mar. 27, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Still have questions about Title II? If you’re looking for answers to specific accessibility questions, here’s your chance to ask. Join this interactive Q&A session via Zoom. Faculty will bring their questions and panelists will provide guidance on applying accessibility standards to your teaching materials, approaches and course contexts. The event will be presented by the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Michele Murray at mmurray2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/6x8Ex8WsrRgKcHjf7.

Friday, Mar. 27, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Cup of Kindness is a two-hour, open-invitation program with a mindfulness and stress management activity followed by warm beverages and social time at 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A.

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

Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Join the Humanities Research Center for a Migration Studies Research Symposium – a day of dialogue, research and discovery at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, 428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd. Register at the following URL to review all the sessions. Breakfast and lunch will be served. The end of the symposium will include a tour of "We the People," a new exhibit about immigrant communities. Free and open to all. Contact Andrea Wight (following email address) or Ellie Musgrave (musgraveec@vcu.edu) for more information.

For more information, contact Andrea Wight or Ellie Musgrave at wighta@vcu.edu or visit https://history.vcu.edu/events/event-items/migration-studies-research-symposium.html.

Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026 from noon to 5 p.m.

The Anderson, 907 1/2 W. Franklin St., and VCUarts will host the 2026 BFA Senior Capstone Exhibition for the Kinetic Imaging program. The exhibition is on view through Saturday, March 28. The Anderson is open Tuesday through Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Satuday from noon-5 p.m.

For more information, contact Kinetic Imaging at kineticimage@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/between-signal-spirit/.

Monday, Mar. 30, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Are you a staff member looking to grow your supervision skills while mentoring student employees? VCU Career Services and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships invite you to enhance your leadership abilities through the Transforming Federal Work-Study Internship Program. This initiative transforms select on-campus jobs into internships, allowing you to provide meaningful, career-building experiences for students. Elevate your role as a supervisor and help bridge the gap between students’ financial needs and access to high-impact opportunities. (A $300 stipend is available for new TFWS supervisors.) Learn more at our information session and submit your application by April 30. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/WHEIxhpOSliy3Z4g7WWksA

For more information, contact Valerie Sutton at suttonv@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/resources/vcu-transforming-federal-work-study-internship-program/.

Monday, Mar. 30, 2026 at 8 p.m.

The VCU Music Saxophone Studio will perform at the W. E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Natalie Hale at music@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/saxophone-studio-recital-3/.

Tuesday, Mar. 31, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Enjoy free coffee or tea and friendly conversations with leaders from two industries: real estate (Greater Richmond Partnership) and risk management and insurance (Hamilton). This is a chance to get to know the firms shaping our region – no pressure, just great coffee and connections. The session will be in the atrium of Snead Hall, 301 W. Main St.

For more information, contact Jaclyn Witthoefft at witthoefftjh@vcu.edu or (804) 357-5105.

Tuesday, Mar. 31, 2026 at 11 a.m.

Explore how AI can foster more interactive and engaging online learning experiences. In this hands-on LEDstudio workshop, participants will use AI to generate dynamic activities, personalized feedback and adaptive support. You will evaluate which strategies best align with your own teaching goals and student needs. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cairo Jones at jonesc34@vcu.edu or https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q_32rOdBTH-es4ZEUXKuxQ.

Tuesday, Mar. 31, 2026 from noon to 1 p.m.

In this workshop via Zoom, learn how designing with your audience in mind, using color, font, image and layout are the keys to effectively communicating your research. We will also cover strategies to avoid printing errors and provide other troubleshooting tips for submitting your final posters. This session will be facilitated by Oscar Keyes, the Multimedia Teaching and Learning Librarian with VCU Libraries. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Hali Massey at dayberryhj@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1942902.

Tuesday, Apr. 7, 2026 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The required Graduate Mentoring Compact will begin in Fall 2026 for all graduate advisers and advisees, and the Graduate School and Faculty Affairs are partnering to provide support for faculty. This workshop will clarify expectations, walk through effective completion of the compact and highlight practical strategies for strengthening mentoring relationships. Faculty will leave with concrete approaches, sample language and implementation guidance that can be used immediately. The session will be held in Room 4100, Academic Learning Commons (MCALC), 1000 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Michele Murray at mmurray2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/eiP2iJ7a4SgNHSZx5.

Wednesday, Apr. 8, 2026 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Choirs will present their Spring Choirs Concert at the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. The concert will feature the Choral Arts Society and Vox Concordia, with guest ensembles Ramifications and Notochords. Tickets are $6 for VCU students and $14 for general admission.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/vcu-choirs-spring-concert/.

Thursday, Apr. 9, 2026 at 7 p.m.

VCU Choirs will present "In Bright Mansions Above" at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 520 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd. The concert will feature the Commonwealth Singers performing Mozart’s Coronation Mass with choir, soloists, orchestra and organ. They will also celebrate the African American spiritual tradition, performing works by Rosephanye Powell, Roland Carter and Undine Smith Moore. This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, PhD at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/commonwealth-singers-at-st-marks-episcopal-church/.

Thursday, Apr. 9, 2026 at 7 p.m.

VCU Choirs will present "In Bright Mansions Above" at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 520 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd. The concert will feature the Commonwealth Singers performing Mozart’s Coronation Mass with choir, soloists, orchestra and organ. They will also celebrate the African American spiritual tradition, performing works by Rosephanye Powell, Roland Carter and Undine Smith Moore. This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, PhD at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/commonwealth-singers-at-st-marks-episcopal-church/.

Friday, Apr. 10, 2026 at noon

VCU faculty are invited to participate in a live-streamed presentation by Leo Lo, Ph.D., Dean of Libraries and Adviser for AI Literacy at the University of Virginia. The session will take place in commUNity and examine pedagogical approaches and assessment strategies in the context of generative AI. A moderated Q&A will follow. Prior to the event, Faculty need to join commUNity to participate in the discussion. Visit https://ledstudio.vcu.edu/who-we-are/community/ to join commUNity. Register at https://vcu.us.beekeeper.io/events/e14a5ea6-3854-4374-9a18-ec3f3d0d27e3?source=events-list

For more information, contact Ginny Thompson at vthompson5@vcu.edu.

Monday, Apr. 13, 2026 at 3 p.m.

The Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment (PACME) ceremony was created to recognize members of the University and Health System communities who have made exemplary contributions with regard to promoting civility, building community, establishing cross-cultural initiatives and nurturing an inclusive environment throughout the university and area communities. The event will be held in the Commonwealth Ballrooms, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact University Events at univevents@vcu.edu or visit https://president.vcu.edu/nominations/pacme/.

Wednesday, Apr. 15, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

LEDstudio and VCU Common Book will present Paddling Out With LEDstudio: Hands – On AI Workshop for Faculty and Staff. Whether you attended some of the engaging Common Book sessions held across campus this year or are joining for the first time, this culminating event will showcase the best highlights from those sessions in an exploratory, hands-on format. Together, we’ll experiment with a variety of AI tools and assignment ideas, hear from LEDstudio’s instructional designers and media specialists. The event will be in Rooms 4100 and 4110, Academic Learning Commons, MCALC, 1000 Floyd Ave. Lunch will be provided, so registration is required. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact C. Draper at cdraper2@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeD0X2SfurL2RWvi0Iv1DUFiUvH0CCfy-FkBDEmdroFyNRk8w/viewform.

Did you know that VCU offers up to $5,000 in funding for undergraduate students seeking off-campus internships in the summer? Learn more about VCU's Internship Funding Program and apply by 11:59 p.m. March 31, 2026 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeanette Hickl at jwhickl@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/resources/internshipfundingprogram/.

The Campus Learning Center is currently recruiting Peer Academic Coaches, PASS Leaders and Tutors for the Fall 2026 semester. About the positions: Tutors and PASS Leaders work within targeted courses to assist students with course content, study skills and other learning strategies. Peer Academic Coaches work specifically with first-year students on study skill development and other learning skills. These positions are geared for students who are passionate about helping others and want to develop their interpersonal, communication and leadership skills in a supportive, student-centered work environment. Questions: Visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Bridget Prince at bprince@vcu.edu or (804) 827-8108 or visit https://clc.vcu.edu/our-team/work-for-us/.

We want to better understand the habits and mindset of "Survivor" fans as part of a graduate-level research project at VCU’s Brandcenter. We’d appreciate you taking the time to complete this short survey, which includes four sections and fewer than 15 questions total. All responses are anonymous – no names or email addresses will be collected. Not every question is required; please answer at your discretion.

For more information, contact Eva Waldron at waldroneb@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/EYH1jyYtv3KVH7uL6.

Check out Redefining BMI – a research study designed specifically for 18-to-25 year-old women with overweight/obesity who want to create a healthier lifestyle. Visit the following URL to learn if you may be eligible for this VCU study.

For more information, contact Redefining BMI at bmiproject@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5362 or visit https://www.redefiningbmi.com/.

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 $875 compensation + travel support. Contact: misralab@uvahealth.org

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

The Research on Excessive, Persistent, and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab at VCU is conducting a brain imaging study to understand how decision making differs between adults with anorexia nervosa, obsessive-compulsive disorder and no history of a psychological disorder. Participants will be compensated. See the screening questions at the following URL.

For more information, contact REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or (804) 828-3658 or visit https://tinyurl.com/25wnkh7z.