10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Walk a dog Fridays at 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St. Get some fresh air and a little loving from a four-legged friend.

For more information, contact Jean Linnell at operations@thepacecenter.com.

12 p.m.

Learn how to develop a clear, focused complex research question. Register at the following URL.

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

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Reflect on the intersection of what’s going on in the world, your story and God’s story. Each session at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St., will include a reading and discussion of a short scripture passage from the Christian Bible.

For more information, contact Katie Gooch at director@thepacecenter.com.

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Anderson, 607 1/2 Franklin St., will host receptions for two exhibitions: "Dealer" from New Haven, Conn.-based artist Hunter Foster, and "Because, you see, this feeling of alive is not so easy to experience" from effie bowen, an MFA candidate in the Sculpture and Extended Media Studies department and Spring 2022 recipient of The Anderson’s Publishing Grant.

For more information, contact Monica Kinsey at kinseym@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/event/reception-for-dealer-and-because-you-see-this-feeling-of-alive-is-not-so-easy-to-experience/.

7 p.m.

Devon Walker-Figueroa, winner of the 2022 Levis Reading Prize, will read from her poetry collection "Philomath." "Philomath," Walker-Figueroa’s debut full-length poetry collection was selected by Sally Keith for the 2020 National Poetry Series. The Levis Reading Prize is awarded annually for the best first or second book of poetry published in the previous calendar year and chosen by the M.F.A. in creative writing program at VCU. The reading will be in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., and virtually. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ryan Pander at rbpander@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0593 or visit https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/Levis?ID=8-10236490.

Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022 at 1 p.m.

First Love at VCU will present a concert in the Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Yasmin John at johnye@vcu.edu.

Monday, Oct. 3, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

VCU's Robertson School of Media and Culture will host two virtual informational sessions about its online master's in mass communication program. Both will be on Monday, Oct. 3; the first at noon-12:30 p.m. and the second at 6-6:30 p.m. Join the Zoom sessions at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/6684061425

For more information, contact Alexandra Chapman at chapmanam3@vcu.edu or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/ms-in-mass-communications/.

Monday, Oct. 3, 2022 at 7 p.m.

Relay For Life will have its first general body meeting of the semester in Virginia Rooms C-D, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Activities for the semester and information about the Kaplan Scholarship are on the agenda. Follow the group on instagram.

For more information, contact Relay for Life at VCU at relayatvcu@gmail.com or visit https://linktr.ee/RelayatVCU.

Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

VCU's College of Engineering will host the IBM zSystems Career Connection at the Engineering Research Building, 70 S. Madison St. All students are welcome to attend this event and connect with local Enterprise Computing employers. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Anita Taylor at engrcareers@vcu.edu or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ibm-zsystems-career-connection-virginia-commonwealth-university-tickets-415381596537.

Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

History and Health; Equitable Access to Care, will host Making Ethical Health Care Decisions in Room 303 at the James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. This panel will discuss medical choices, including the role of health care providers and patients as well as religious, spiritual and cultural considerations. This event, co-sponsored by University College’s Common Book Program and the Office of Health Equity, will be held in-person and streamed. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact OHE at healthequity@vcu.edu or visit https://healthequity.vcu.edu/history-and-health-program/equitable-access-to-care-series/ethical-healthcare-decisions/.

Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022 at 3:30 p.m.

RamBikes will host a group ride to help students become acquainted with the Richmond area and to introduce riding on streets in a safe way. This beginner-level ride will be led by RamBikes staff and will go to several tiny parks and gardens in the Fan area. Bring a bike if you have one, though some may be available to use for free through RVA Bike Share. Register at the following URL. Participants should meet at the Monroe Park RVA Bike Share Station across from the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.

For more information, contact Sera Erickson at rambikes@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2453 or visit http://bikes.vcu.edu/events.

Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.

Come see Oscar Wilde’s famous madcap farce about mistaken identities, secret engagements and entangled lovers. Originally published in 1895, this wildly entertaining comedy still delights with its rapid-fire wit and eccentric characters, and the work of VCUarts Theater's design/technical production students shines from the beautiful period costumes to art nouveau-inspired scenic design. Performances are scheduled for Oct. 6-9 at W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Tickets $5-15 with discounts for VCU students, faculty, staff and alumni.

For more information, contact VCUarts Theatre Box Office at theatretix@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6026 or visit https://vcutheatre.showclix.com/.

Friday, Oct. 7, 2022 from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.

An RVA First Friday solo musical performance will feature composer, vocalist and sitarist Ami Dang. The performance will be in the forum of the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. The concert will feature a combination of South Asian music with experimental use of the sitar, lighting design, synthesizers and MIDI controllers.

For more information, contact Natalie Hale at halene@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/events/ami-dang/.

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Foundational Movement Series provides focused education on the body's basic movement patterns. A certified personal trainer will review basic biomechanics and show participants how to implement these movements into daily exercises and program goal-specific, effective workouts. This session will cover "The Hinge,” focusing on exercises that involve rotating at the hips. Register by Oct. 3. The session will be in the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St.

For more information, contact Tanika Santos-MacSwain at fitness@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/thrive/small-group-training/.

Students and parents are invited to attend financial health online sessions hosted by JPMorgan Chase Bank. These two-part sessions are offered on Zoom by JPMorgan Chase Bank. Seminars on budget and savings will be held Oct. 6 and Nov. 1. Seminars on credit will be held Oct. 13 and Nov. 8. All workshops will be held 4:30-5:30 p.m. The Zoom webinar ID is 929 6163 1318. The pass code is 632518. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Denise Laussade at laussaded@vcu.edu or visit https://jpmc.surveymonkey.com/r/Fall22Student.

Basic Life Support with First Aid Training is intended for health care providers responding to breathing and cardiac emergencies in various settings. Course skills specialize in CPR/AED and first aid along with communication and adaptability, which are crucial during an emergency response. This blended learning course contains a combination of digital and in-person instruction. Participants can choose one of the in-person sessions taking place on October 11, 15, 25 or 29. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at scottm14@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d1fbf414-f90e-49fa-8f6e-1f9c0c944d24&semesterId=1eee6566-50d9-4ef5-9ee4-c182bdd914b9.

Learn how to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies. This course meets OSHA requirements for workplace CPR/AED and first aid training. The blended learning format combines digital and in-person instruction. Online content must be completed prior to participating in the in-person skills sessions. Only one in-person skills session is required, choose from Oct. 1, 5, 22 or 26. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at scottm14@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=157236e4-f012-4926-b19a-80ba87072981&semesterId=1eee6566-50d9-4ef5-9ee4-c182bdd914b9.

Individuals who smoke tobacco cigarettes daily are needed to participate in a research study that requires multiple laboratory visits. Compensation may be available. This study will be conducted at VCU. Principal investigator is Alison Breland, Ph.D.. Department of Psychology.

For more information, contact Alison Breland at abbrelan@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3562 or visit http://cstp.vcu.edu/studies.

Are you currently experiencing low back pain, between the ages of 18-60 years old and interested in the possibility of nine weeks of nonsurgical experimental treatment? If you answered yes to all three you may qualify for our research. What? New, innovative and fun virtual reality games are designed to help people with chronic back pain move and feel better. Where? All appointments, testing and treatments are conducted at VCU. When? Participation in the study involves 24 one-hour appointments scheduled over a 57-week period. Who? The VIGOR Study team consists of professionals in the field who have been selectively chosen and extensively trained. Interested? Contact us at the following URL. You may be compensated for your time. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Amos at tiffany.amos@vcuhealth.org or (804) 828-4766 or visit http://www.movr.vcu.edu.