1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

FACT (Filipino Americans Coming Together), in collaboration with the Pace Center, will host an art market at the center, 700 W. Franklin St., to highlight Asian American artists. Art will be displayed and samples will be available for purchase.

For more information, contact Elijah Bustamante at bustamantees@vcu.edu.

12 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

VCU Choral Ensembles will perform outdoors in the Amphitheater. Bring your lunch, a cup of coffee and a friend for this free, casual choral gathering.

For more information, contact Erin Freeman, DMA, at efreeman@vcu.edu.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Sangbum Choi, Ph.D., Korea University, will virtually discuss "Interval-Censored Linear Rank Regressions" as part of the VCU Biostats '22 Spring seminar series. Click on the Zoom link at https://zoom.us/j/92317355766?pwd=My9Ud2dXdU44OU9WTk92SnZobEFqUT09. The meeting ID is 923 1735 5766. The passcode is 364454.

For more information, contact Dipankar Bandyopadhyay at dbandyop@vcu.edu or visit https://www.pubinfo.vcu.edu/calendar/details.asp?myVal=76555.

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Capriana Phillips will facilitate an online discussion of Polynesian closed practices, tattoos, indigenous perspective and history. The event will be hosted by VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiana Ingram at ingramtd@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6672 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkde-qqD8vHdPEVCD3kYi1jpuzIjJ01Cf2.

5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

VCU's Lebanese Student Association will host a spring bash in the Richmond Salons of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact the Lebanese Student Association at contact.lsa.vcu@gmail.com.

7 p.m.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship will sponsor a talk by Justin Earley, author of “Common Rule: Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction" in the auditorium of Grace E. Harris Hall – South, 1015 Floyd Ave. Farley will pose questions about what makes us human and helping us to think about how what we do (not just think what we think or feel) shapes what we love and who we are.

For more information, contact Brian Glessner at glessnerbg@vcu.edu or (804) 305-9194.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Sociology-Alpha Kappa Delta will present a panel via Zoom to explore the meaning and mobility of social justice. The panel will include Renada Harris, a hairstylist, salon owner and VCU graduate who organizes the movements for climate/environmental justice and reparative justice, and Alan S. Martino, Ph.D., University of Calgary Community Health Services, who will discuss his work on community rehabilitation and critical disability studies with queer and feminist theories. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ying-Chao Kao at yckao@vcu.edu or (732) 668-8755 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqf-iopzIuHNKVlX-pn-ILwp_HozN_3II6.

7:30 p.m.

Relay for Life will host a luminaria ceremony at the Amphitheater to honor those affected by cancer. Luminarias will be decorated with the names of loved ones affected by cancer and lighted with tea lights at sundown. The celebration of hope is open to all. Refreshments and awareness activities will be available.

For more information, contact Yumna Rahman at rahmany@vcu.edu or (804) 621-3573 or visit https://linktr.ee/RelayatVCU.

Saturday, Apr. 23, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Volunteers are sought for the Baby Box Project at VCU to help create care packages with essential baby supplies and basic hygiene products. The event will take place in the College of Engineering East Hall Atrium, 401 W. Main St. Email babyboxvcu@gmail.com to sign up. Free doughnuts will be provided for participants.

For more information, contact Noor Ikram at ikraman@vcu.edu or (571) 839-7232.

Monday, Apr. 25, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Join the VCU Peer Health Educators as they demonstrate proper use of external condoms as well as allow students to discuss and reflect on their relationship wants, needs, tolerations and deal-breakers. The session will be at VCU Compass.

For more information, contact VCU Peer Health Educators at peerhealth@vcu.edu.

Monday, Apr. 25, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn to use the tools to articulate your own, unique ideas in the style of your discipline. The Zoom link for the workshop is hosted on the center's events page at the following URL.

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

Monday, Apr. 25, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Join the VCU Graduate School for a hybrid workshop to be held in Room 1107, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave., with the option to join via Zoom. Staff from the VCU Graduate School will provide information on current graduate programs, preparation for applying and how to be a competitive applicant. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Graduate School at gradschool@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1552546.

Monday, Apr. 25, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

"[i.D.]entity: The Journey Toward Free" is an interactive workshop for men of color hosted by VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs. A documentary will be shown, which is broken down into four parts: 1.) identifying one’s roots, 2.) setting intentions to move through fear, 3.) practicing the intentions and 4.) watching the love and support of community inspire continued practice. During the viewing, participants will have the opportunity to engage in conversations and food will be provided. The event will be in Suite 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Jair Lecky at leckyjj@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6672 or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1583310.

Monday, Apr. 25, 2022 at 7 p.m.

Poetry Club at VCU will have an open mic night in Virginia Room B, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., to share poetry and hear the works of others. Snacks will be provided.

For more information, contact Maheen Farooqi at farooqims@vcu.edu or (804) 833-5212.

Tuesday, Apr. 26, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Join the Peer Health Educators in the lobby of James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., to learn how mindfulness can reduce stress. Also, make a reflection bracelet and enjoy some light snacks.

For more information, contact VCU Peer Health Educators at peerhealth@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Apr. 26, 2022 at 3 p.m.

Join President Michael Rao, Vice President Aashir Nasim and the Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success as we celebrate faculty, staff, academic and administrative leaders and students who have made exemplary contributions to promoting civility, building community, establishing cross-cultural initiatives and nurturing an environment of inclusive excellence at the 2022 Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment. This event, to be in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., is free and open to all.

For more information, contact Office of Institutional Equity, Effectiveness and Success at ies@vcu.edu. or visit http://go.vcu.edu/pacme.

Tuesday, Apr. 26, 2022 at 6 p.m.

Join Students Today Alumni Tomorrow to network with a variety of VCU alumni and donors from diverse fields in psychology and business. This is an opportunity to establish strong connections with fellow students and VCU alumni to learn about their lives after VCU, career paths and advice for current students. The event will be at Bar Solita, 123 W. Broad St., and Tarrant's Café, 1 W. Broad St. The event is free for members of Students Today Alumni Tomorrow who sign up. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jill Fortney at fortneyj@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-dne-cNNOaaoebfAfUcc1MgAPQyVErO9lN_FVs8nWkiq9Ag/viewform.

Tuesday, Apr. 26, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Students Together Assisting Refugees (STAR) will hold a Refugee Cultural Dinner Night and unveil the Richmond Refugee Health Partners Program, an interdisciplinary volunteer effort in refugee health. The dinner, to be held in Rooms C and D, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., will be filled with Afghan/Indian food, activities and speakers. Reserve free tickets at the following URL.

For more information, contact Vineeth Vaidyula at vaidyulavr@vcu.edu or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultural-refugee-dinner-tickets-321030650317.

Wednesday, Apr. 27, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Roy Sabo, Ph.D., associate professor, Biostatistics, will discuss the characteristics of cluster randomized trials, identify situations for which they are appropriate and clarify their benefits, limitations and challenges as part of a virtual Whetting Your Appetite for Research seminar hosted by VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Questions: http://www.cctr.vcu.edu. Click on the following URL for the Zoom link.

For more information, contact Pamela Dillon, Pharm.D., research liaison, at pmdillon@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlf-6urD4vG9HsCeUIriLK5iCwFzo4RzuK.

Thursday, Apr. 28, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

RamBikes will host a commuter basics workshop at 1106 W. Broad St. (near the intersection of Broad and Harrison streets) for anyone who would like to commute by bike but isn't sure how to get started. The event will include a review of safety aspects of riding in traffic as well as what gear can increase visibility. The workshop will also cover routine maintenance and some key checks to make before each ride. No experience is necessary. A ride at a park will be offered For those who bring a bike.

For more information, contact Carter Barker at rambikes@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2453 or visit https://bikes.vcu.edu/events/.

Thursday, Apr. 28, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Women in Science will host Kathleen Schoch, Ph.D., a research assistant professor at Washington University in St. Louis. She will discuss her approaches to scientific writing for abstracts, manuscripts and grants/fellowships. She will also share her favorite tips to improve or practice one’s writing. Those that are available to meet in person may gather in Room 6-032, Sanger Hall, 1101 E. Marshall St., for pizza. The session will also be available via Zoom. Register for the link at the following URL. The meeting ID is 876 9707 6579. The passcode is 648120.

For more information, contact Haley Adcox at vcu.wis@gmail.com or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87697076579?pwd=a29rQndaYndyc2hLOHBpRlh4TTIyUT09.

Saturday, Apr. 30, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Nirja Parikh will discuss via Zoom the South Asian roots of yoga, give specific examples of cultural appropriation related to yoga and lead a class on how to integrate these lessons into physical movement. The class is suitable for beginners. All are welcome. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Colleen Choate at choatecl@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckceyppzsuGtGtWt7yxxFwC_HKHM0EXi3B.

Are you a freshman at VCU age 18+? If so, you are eligible to take part in Spit for Science: The VCU Student Survey. This unique resource for research helps students to be involved in helping investigators learn more about factors that influence student outcomes. This research project looks at how environmental and genetic factors contribute to emotional health along with alcohol and substance use habits. The project now also aims to learn about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students. All freshmen ages 18 and older have been sent an email invitation, so be sure to check your inbox. An Amazon e-gift card is available upon completion.

For more information, contact Joanna Penick at penickje@vcu.edu or (804) 628-7885 or visit https://spit4science.vcu.edu/.

Have you taken your graduation portraits yet? University Events can include your photos on VCU social media, VCU News and the Greater Richmond Convention Center Pre-Show. Submit your photo at the following URL.

For more information, contact University Events at univevents@vcu.edu or visit http://Commencement.vcu.edu.

Graduation season is in full swing and VCU's Office of Alumni Relations will host Grad Bash, Alumni 101 and the Ring Ceremony the week of May 7-14. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Allison Toney at aktoney@vcu.edu or visit https://www.vcualumni.org/students/grad-week/.

Pass the class at VCU is a nonprofit organization through which current VCU students can tutor underprivileged and at-risk youth at Blue Ridge Estates. We are seeking eboard members for 2022-2023 school year. Information regarding open positions and position descriptions can be found on the application at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tania Gupta at guptat@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/8sUVSDR6seiWiKz86.