11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Join Hilary Levinson, Focused Inquiry faculty, for drop-in advising about a summer study abroad opportunity at the Sant'Anna Institute in Sorrento Italy. Levinson is teaching "What's the Big Idea" focused on cultural memory and memorialization in Italy. This class will transfer back to VCU as either UNIV 299 or WRLD 391. This event, in the fourth-floor conference room, 912 W. Grace St., will be co-hosted by the VCU Global Education Office.

For more information, contact Amy Leap Miller at millera16@vcu.edu.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Transfer Peer Advocates will host student hours in the lobby of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Stop by the table to have questions answered or connect with a fellow transfer student.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Heck at ebheck@vcu.edu or visit https://transfer.vcu.edu/.

2 p.m.

Learn to feel comfortable with the process of paraphrasing in academic writing. 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/.

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The VCUarts department of Sculpture and Extended Media will present the 2022-23 Senior Capstone exhibition, "A Secret Third Thing." The exhibit will be up through Monday, March 20 at The Anderson Gallery, 907 1/2 W. Franklin St.

For more information, contact Kristin Caskey at kacaskey@vcu.edu or (804) 343-3558.

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join VCUarts and The Anderson to celebrate the opening of Round 1 of the 2023 VCUarts Senior Capstone Exhibitions. Round 1 consists of artworks by seniors in the Sculpture, Craft and Kinetic Imaging departments on view on all floors of The Anderson, 907 1/2 W. Franklin St., Wednesday, March 15 to Monday, March 20.

For more information, contact Monica Kinsey at kinseym@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/community/news/spring-2023-vcuarts-senior-capstone-exhibitions/.

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Learn how to make your own beadwork keychain from Rappahannock artist Katelyn Robinson and Upper Mattaponi artist Sunshine Brown. These artists will also discuss their Native American heritage. Capacity is limited for the program, which will be held in Richmond Salons I and II, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. The program will be hosted by VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs.

For more information, contact Beck Oh at OHRN@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927576.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide applicants with an overview of the program, curriculum and admissions process. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/82607976517 A Q&A session will also be included. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Austen Gouldman at gouldmana@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4622 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/graduate-studies/webinar/evening-mba-program-webinar-031623.html.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's Office of the President is recruiting students to participate in the Presidential Student Ambassadors Program, which is dedicated to encouraging student volunteering skills, professional development and understanding of university-wide operations. Visit an informational session to hear from current Presidential Student Ambassadors and Office of the President Student Interns in the SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Oscar Kemp at psambassadors@vcu.edu or (434) 828-1200 or visit https://psambassadors.wixsite.com/vcupsa.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 at 2 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will host a hybrid Fulbright informational session. The Fulbright Scholarship provides funding for research, study, creative projects and teaching English abroad. Juniors, seniors and graduate students from all majors are encouraged to join. The in-person session will be in the NSO conference room (Room 1210) on the first floor of the Honors College, 701 W. Grace St. To register for this session or future sessions, or to request the recording, visit: https://forms.gle/86JF6u6NsYAw23ef7

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at honorsnso@vcu.edu or visit http://nso.vcu.edu.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU's da Vinci Center will host a virtual Design Thinking workshop. There is an increasing emphasis on skills such as design thinking, problem-solving, adaptability and empathy to current as well as future job roles. The da Vinci Center is offering the opportunity to earn an “Introduction to Design Thinking” credential via a credly badge that you can post on LinkedIn. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tyrone Frye at fryetl@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/dt-mar16.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join Storytelling and Healing for the kickoff of monthly paint nights, themed around personal healing. For March, participants will paint how luck surrounds us and how believing you are lucky can facilitate internal healing. The event will be in Room 1303, The Honors College, 701 W. Grace St. Supplies and snacks will be provided.

For more information, contact Storytelling and Healing at storytellingandhealing@gmail.com.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Join Crushing Medical Debt @ VCU for a soccer tournament partnered with Dental Club and the Muslim Student Association at the Cary Street Field Complex. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Crushing Medical Debt @ VCU at crushingmedicaldebtatvcu@gmail.com or visit https://flowcode.com/p/v6HK0eQSu.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The VCU Visiting Writers Series will host a joint reading by SJ Sindu and Geoff Bouvier in the third-floor lecture hall, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. This event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is recommended at the following URL.

For more information, contact Thom Didato at tndidato@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/10331347.

Thursday, Mar. 16, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Arjun Jagdeesh will present on CD4+ T helper 2 cells at a virtual session of the Medical Journal Club. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/81299756416

For more information, contact Jefin Jose at josej@vcu.edu.

Friday, Mar. 17, 2023 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Join History and Health: Equitable Access to Care for a virtual panel discussing how marginalized and multi-marginalized people in the United States (e.g., BIPOC and LGTBQIA+) are impacted by the history and procedures of clinical trials, how these experiences influence skepticism toward clinical trials and how activism focused on outreach and awareness can be promoted. This event, co-sponsored by the Humanities Research Center and the Office of Health Equity, is free and open to all. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Logan Vetrovec at healthequity@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6tvSP2YpQ-u6WFNRLbWBHg#/registration.

Friday, Mar. 17, 2023 at 2 p.m.

Learn how to develop clear, focused, complex research questions. 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/.

Monday, Mar. 20, 2023 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Join Dame Karen Pierce, DCMG, British ambassador to the United States, for a discussion exploring US/UK relations, the challenges of global diplomacy and her international career ranging from the United Nations to Afghanistan and beyond. Fellow British diplomats Paul Rennie and Phil Dickinson will also speak. The event, in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., will be hosted by the Wilder School and College of Humanities and Sciences Department of Political Science.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu.

Monday, Mar. 20, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

VCU's Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity and the university's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs invite students with disabilities to come connect with one another and have fun painting and eating doughnuts. The event will be at the OMSA, Suite 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Questions: Email Amala Thomas (thomasac4@vcu.edu) or Caitlin Provencher (provenchercj@vcu.edu).

For more information, contact the previous email addresses.

Wednesday, Mar. 22, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Join VCU's Dean of Students Office in the ballroom of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., to learn more about housing options and speak directly with landlords. Free slices of pizza will be available.

For more information, contact Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at lmathewsails@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit http://offcampus.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 22, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will host a discussion with transgender femmes of color. Panelists will talk about how they define womanhood and femininity for themselves, shared obstacles, sources of joy and self-care. The session will be in the SGA Senate Chambers, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Beck Oh at OHRN@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927602.

Thursday, Mar. 23, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

How has the student experience at VCU changed for Native Americans over the last 50 years? Join VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs for an intergenerational discussion with Indigenous VCU alumni on navigating ignorance and finding community. Panelists will include Elsie Sydelle Stewart, 84, a member of the Chickahominy tribe. Traditional Indian fry bread will be served. The event will be at the OMSA, Suite 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Beck Oh at ohrn@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927585.

Saturday, Mar. 25, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

TEDxVCU will present its annual live speaker event, "TEDxVCU: Reframed," at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. The event will include six TEDx Talks from the VCU community, as well as audience interaction, networking opportunities and light refreshments. Request your free ticket at https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927372.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU Team at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/tedxvcu.

Wednesday, Mar. 29, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Connect with organizations seeking to hire VCU students for internships (summer and fall), as well as full-time and part-time jobs. The fair will feature employers from government, public services, human services and social assistance industries. See a full list of employers attending and pre register at the following URL. Those who attend may register in person the day of the event, which will be held in the Richmond Salons, second floor, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Silvana D'Ettorre at dettorres@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/33773/student_preview?token=bSDqZV_hgbqw_wGJkJ20uzFHgKtZHVDeRrTqjJTbwxjELl3S7zTIBQ.

Wednesday, Mar. 29, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Join President Michael Rao for the State of the University Address in the James Branch Cabell Library, Lecture Hall, Room 303, 901 Park Ave. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact University Events at UNIVevents@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/sotu2023.

Wednesday, Mar. 29, 2023 at 2 p.m.

VCU's post-baccalaureate certificate in clinical research supports clinical research professionals entering the workforce or transitioning career paths with and offers professional development for current clinical, allied health and research professionals. Applications are now being accepted for Summer and Fall 2023. Certificate program informational sessions will be offered via Zoom March 29 and April 19 at 2 p.m. Register for March 29 at 2 p.m.: at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpcO6urD8vG9VZWugTc-eVXs347SMV94ZV April 30 is the deadline for Summer 2023 enrollment. VCU tuition benefit is available for eligible university employees. Hospital personnel should direct tuition benefit inquiries to hospital Human Resources or access HR4U. Contact Catherine Brown, Program Coordinator at the following email address for April 19 registration links.

For more information, contact Catherine Brown at crbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://cctr.vcu.edu/education-and-training/certificate-program/.

Friday, Mar. 31, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Burnside Watstein LGBTQIA Awards are given annually to recognize individuals who enrich the sense of community at VCU and make a significant difference in the lives of LGBTQIA faculty, staff and students. The event will be followed by a reception and will serve as the closing event of Eric A. Stanley's scholar-in-residence visit, hosted by the Q Collective. Register at https://bit.ly/QCollective2023

For more information, contact Q Collective at qcollective@vcu.edu or visit https://inclusive.vcu.edu/institutes-and-centers/q-collective/q-events/.

Wednesday, Apr. 26, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU's Institute for Women's Health will host the 17th Annual Women's Health Research Day. This year's plenary symposium is titled Health Equity for Maternal Child Wellness. Researchers at all levels are invited to submit poster abstracts in any research area that focuses on women’s health or sex/gender differences. Abstract deadline has been extended to March 17. Poster awards will be given. The event will be at the Jonah L. Larrick Student Center, 900 Turpin St. Submit an abstract at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd76TMDuVJEMCimfYiP1FRs3LWGhlCa01BKIKPB6y4GRQjfwg/viewform

For more information, contact Molly M. Hyer at Molly.Hyer@vcuhealth.org or (307) 690-5842 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9Td8cVr3zD_9Acs7vZ2DiSgQUY43nTA8hnvxptvue42JRbA/viewform.

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU Online will host its inaugural regional conference on Universal Design for Learning virtually, kicking off with a welcome and opening general session and keynote. The two-day conference, featuring morning and afternoon sessions, will run through Wednesday, Oct. 25. Join higher education and P-12 faculty and staff to explore the intersection of UDL with the ideals of DEI. Early bird savings, and group discounts are available, and submissions to present are invited. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Online and Continuing and Professional Education at onlinepd@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1322 or visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/udl.

VCU's Student Admissions Ambassadors is welcoming new members. The group works with the Office of Admissions to help recruit the newest classes of Rams by giving campus tours, serving on student panels and representing the Office of Admissions across campus. Meet new people, gain leadership skills and share your love for VCU. Schedule a walk-in interview at the following email address.

For more information, contact Jerry Brown Jr., adviser, at brownjb6@vcu.edu or (804) 827-2224.

Students are encouraged to go to eServices to learn if their professors have submitted a midterm grade for one or more classes. Log on to Student eServices at the following URL. If you have received a midterm grade indicating unsatisfactory academic progress, see your instructor or academic advisor. The last day to withdraw from classes or opt into pass/fail in the full semester is Friday, March 24.

For more information, contact Office of Records and Registration at rar@vcu.edu or visit http://www.eservices.vcu.edu.

If you're an undergraduate senior or graduate/professional student receiving your diploma this May, let us know your post-grad plans by completing the VCU First Destination Survey on Handshake. Participating students will be eligible to win prizes including a robot vacuum, AirPods, air fryer or a hard-side luggage set. All who complete the survey before July 1 will receive a 25 percent off coupon good toward a VCU-branded item from either on-campus Barnes & Noble location.

For more information, contact Danielle Pearles at ddpearles@vcu.edu or visit http://tiny.cc/VCUFDS23.

VCU’s Journal for Undergraduate Research and Creative Scholarship, Auctus, is currently accepting student submissions to its STEM, Social Sciences, Creative, Humanities and News and Noteworthy sections. Students can also join Auctus as reviewers. Questions: Visit https://linktr.ee/auctusvcu.

For more information, contact VCU Auctus at auctus@vcu.edu or visit http://auctus.vcu.edu.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs announces that registration for the Spring 2023 Cultural Achievement Ceremonies is open. These ceremonies provide graduating students an opportunity to celebrate their academic achievement in a setting that recognizes and affirms their cultural identity and rewards their efforts and dedication. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Joshua Lockhart at omsa@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6672 or visit https://forms.gle/F9EMhVmgbbVL8jVh6.

VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs has partnered with the student organization CULTURE to host Pass Her The Mic, an open mic event honoring Women's HERstory Month with an evening of readings, music and performances about and from women. The event will be held today, March 16 in the Rams Lounge, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Those interested in performing should complete the participant form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Joshua Lockhart at lockhartjcj@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6672 or visit https://forms.gle/cG4qnMFFWEf5AH2v6.

Are you a college/university student who has experienced an eviction or termination of room and board while enrolled in classes? In this study, you will be asked to participate in a survey about housing instability and supports, academic and mental health outcomes and resiliency. The survey will take approximately one hour.

For more information, contact Chelsie Dunn. Ph.D., Research Institute for Social Equity at dunnce@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1892 or visit https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bC86dhZzC0mT16m.