12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Specific areas of gerontological expertise are in high demand within a variety of professions, and this need will continue to grow - quickly. Learn about the field of gerontology and why VCU Gerontology is the top choice for anyone looking to join this field or enhance their career. VCU employees: Tuition waiver is a benefit of VCU employment that you should not squander. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Catherine S. MacDonald at macdonaldcs@vcu.edu or (571) 484-4511 or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuc-iqrjojGtDnX3sJ784K8s163ZkVy1pZ#/registration.

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Join Lauren Jackson, director of First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions, for this talk on moving into your next year of college. Now that you've acquired some knowledge about how college works, come learn about how to approach those next steps as you continue toward graduation. This session will be in person (Room 1201, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave.), but students can attend virtually at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMufuihqjMvGtNXrdkVMiuqQ-ulWj1UbpOy.

5 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center Book Club will offer students access to a stress-free space to discuss cool books with friends and peers. Students will be given the opportunity to improve reading and writing comprehension in a welcoming environment.

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

9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

The sacrament of communion in the tradition of the United Methodist and Presbyterian (USA) religions will be celebrated at the Pace Center, 700 W. Franklin St. A brief service will be followed by a breakfast treat. The event is open to all students, faculty and staff.

For more information, contact Russ Kerr at kerrr@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Mar. 23, 2023 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCUarts, the Global Education Office, mOb Studio and the Latinx Student Association will present a screening of the film “Women Weaving Our Culture” at the University Student Commons Theater, 907 Floyd Ave. Director Margarita Quiroz Ruiz “Lita” will have a Q&A about the film, a talk about indigenous film, self-representation, Mixteca design from Oaxaca and collective making.

For more information, contact Diana Caramat at caramatdl@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4720 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/artsstudents/2023/03/16/margarita-quiroz-ruiz-screening-women-weaving-our-culture/.

Thursday, Mar. 23, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU's American Chemical Society Student Affiliates will host an evening of pizza and bingo (with some small prizes) in Room 3309, T. Edward Temple Building, 901 W. Main St. The event is open to all.

For more information, contact Xuliana O. at ox@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Mar. 23, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Poetry Club will have its semester competition in Virginia Room C, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., with readings, prizes and snacks.

For more information, contact Amina Fatima at fatimaa4@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Mar. 23, 2023 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Those who attend the STEM in Art meeting will compete to see who can create the strongest, most durable bridge. All materials will be provided. STEM topics will be discussed and pizza will be served. The meeting will be in the SGA Senate Chamber, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. All are invited.

For more information, contact Aleah Nguyen at nguyena51@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Mar. 23, 2023 from 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

Join RecWell Aquatics for a log-rolling clinic at the Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center, 101 S. Linden St. Trained instructors will teach participants how to stand and run on the log roller. Wear pool-appropriate swimwear/clothing. Registration closes at the time of the clinic.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/play/aquatics/log-rolling/.

Friday, Mar. 24, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCUarts, the Global Education Office and mOb Studio will present a collective making event. Join Margarita Quiroz Ruiz “Lita” for an afternoon of collective making and conversation. Learn ancestral textile craft techniques from Oaxaca. The event will be at mOb studio, 205 E. Broad St.

For more information, contact Diana Caramat at caramatdl@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4720 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/artsstudents/2023/03/16/margarita-quiroz-ruiz-collective-making-event/.

Friday, Mar. 24, 2023 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Join the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs for an affirming space for Black Girls and Femmes. OMSA will facilitate an open discussion on a wide range of topics and painting affirmation rocks based on unique vibes. Feel free to wear your most comfy clothes to this pajama-themed event, which will be held at the OMSA, Suite 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Food, paint materials and self-care goody bags will be provided. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Starr Robinson at robinsonsn@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927572.

Friday, Mar. 24, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join VCUarts and The Anderson to celebrate the opening of Round 2 of the 2023 VCUarts Senior Capstone Exhibitions with a reception. Round 2 consists of artworks by seniors in the Painting and Printmaking, Photo and Film and Kinetic Imaging departments on view today (Friday) through Wednesday, March 24–29 on all floors of The Anderson, 907 1/2 W. Broad St.

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

Friday, Mar. 24, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Amendment Art and Literary Journal is holding a release event to celebrate its 2022 journal. The event will be at Park Plaza (between Hibbs Hall and the Singleton Center). Come for free food, copies of the journal and to hear live literature readings and a short panel discussion from contributors.

For more information, contact Syd Lewin at lewinse@vcu.edu.

Friday, Mar. 24, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

Dance majors will perform choreography and engage in a Q&A at the Dance and Choreography spring salon in Room 203 of the Dance Center, 10 N. Brunswick St. The senior class will host a bake sale at 7 p.m. The event is free for all. Those who attend are asked to bring a notepad, utensils and money for donations.

For more information, contact Imani Abney at abneyim@vcu.edu.

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. Questions: https://vcu.campusgroups.com/tedxvcu Request your free ticket at the following URL or watch the livestream on YouTube.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU Team at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927372.

Saturday, Mar. 25, 2023 at 9 a.m.

VCU Massey Cancer Center will host the second Annual Women and Wellness Educational Conference, presented by Primis. The free educational conference is open to the public and will explore cancer and wellness topics such as survivorship, cancer and relationships, nutrition and more with discussions and interactive, hands-on activities led by cancer and wellness experts. The event will be at the Westin Richmond, 6631 W. Broad St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Marianne Johnson at johnsonm41@vcu.edu or (719) 322-6896 or visit https://www.support.vcu.edu/event/WWConference23.

Monday, Mar. 27, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join VCU's Center for Pharmacy Practice Innovation for the group's upcoming seminar with Robert Montierth, Pharm.D. He will discuss the CDC’s Division of Diabetes Translation's recent work with pharmacists. The meeting will be held in person (Room 545, Robert Blackwell Smith Building, 410 N. 12th St.) and via Zoom. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sydney Weber at cppi@vcu.edu or visit http://bit.ly/CPPISeminar.

Monday, Mar. 27, 2023 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU's Lebanese Student Association will host a game night in Salon I, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Pizza will be available.

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

Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2023 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join staff from the da Vinci Center to learn about the Master of Product Innovation program. The MPI at VCU is a cross-disciplinary master’s program focused on students applying knowledge in advanced product innovation, entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship topics with real-life clients. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Allison Schumacher at schumacheran@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/networking-mar2023.

Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The VCU Office of the President is recruiting students to participate in the Presidential Student Ambassadors Program, dedicated to increasing student's volunteering skills, professional development and understanding of university-wide operations. The session will be held in Richmond Salons IV, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Presidential Student Ambassadors at psambassadors@vcu.edu or (434) 250-5045 or visit https://psambassadors.wixsite.com/vcupsa.

Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2023 at 2 p.m.

First-year students, bring your friends and participate in an interactive scavenger hunt while learning more about how to be an advocate for yourself in college. Prizes will be awarded and light refreshments will be served. The event will be hosted by First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Shelley Bowers at bowerss2@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/FYESYE/rsvp_boot?id=1877315.

Tuesday, Mar. 28, 2023 from 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Looking for volunteering opportunities? Come out to Crushing Medical Debt's general body meeting to learn about flexible volunteering opportunities. The meeting will be held in Richmond Salon II, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Crushing Medical Debt @ VCU at crushingmedicaldebtatvcu@gmail.com.

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 5 p.m.

Learn from one of VCU's current Humphrey Fellows, Henry Espinoza, Ph.D. His research and work center around monitoring and evaluating health projects and public health-related research for various national and international clients. Through a lecture and discussion-style format, Espinoza will share more about his work and how it relates to increased public health equity internationally. The talk will be in Room 1030J, West Grace Street Student Housing – North. 830 W. Grace St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kaylynn Hill at hillk8@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1927644.

Wednesday, Mar. 29, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

BlackGrounds is a new lecture series co-presented by VCUarts Department of Art History and the ICA at VCU. The series will explore how artists from Africa explore the global and local themes. The talk, to be at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St., will be given by Cherise Smith, Joseph D. Jamail Chair in African American Studies in the Department African and African Diaspora Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Natalie Hale at halene@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 29, 2023 at 6 p.m.

This workshop will use Rafael Domenech’s exhibition "The Medium is the Massage" as an invitation to local artists and students to explore the ways in which writing can be generative to production of artworks. On Day 1 (Wednesday, March 29, 6-8 p.m.) participants will produce a collective narrative staged in an alternative world. On Day 2 (March 30, 5-9 p.m.) participants will create a series of book artifacts and objects using materials on site. The event will be held at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. RSVP at the following URL.

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

Thursday, Mar. 30, 2023 at 11 a.m.

Join the Q Collective on March 30-31 for a visit by scholar-in residence Eric A. Stanley, Ph.D., from UC Berkeley. Associated events will include a mentoring workshop and a screening of Stanley's film, "Criminal Queers." For more information and to register, visit 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/.

Friday, Mar. 31, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Equality VCU invites the university community to join in celebrating the recipients of the 2023 Burnside Watstein LGBTQ Awards. The recipients, chosen for their positive impact on the LGBTQIA+ community at VCU, will be honored in an award ceremony in Room 1107, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave., immediately followed by a reception in the adjoining lobby. The ceremony will also be livestreamed via Zoom. Register for the livestream at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dae Newman at equality@vcu.edu or visit https://inclusive.vcu.edu/institutes-and-centers/q-collective/equality-vcu/.

Wednesday, Apr. 5, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The First-Year Rising Ceremony, presented via Zoom by First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions, is a culminating event that takes place at the end of VCU students’ first year to honor them for their dedication, fortitude and tenacity as they rise to their sophomore year. This event is open to the entire VCU community and all first-year students and their families/friends. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact First and Second Year Experiences and Transitions at fyesye@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsfumsqzIpGNzaDvwF0_z-eEzi_Qq5_qRQ#/registration.

Spirit of the Rams is a project spearheaded by the Emerging Leaders Program to help increase student spirit and create a tighter community on campus. The goal of this survey is to see where VCU succeeds and where it can improve in providing opportunities for students to connect with one another and feel a part of a bigger community.

For more information, contact Kyle Nguyen at nguyenkt12@vcu.edu or (703) 388-8450 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvxDoCEnmAK28l2W5ZH7EE-yLCJakkaf4ARoLqYQ4HsuKgFg/viewform.

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 accepting student submissions to its STEM, Social Sciences, Creative, Humanities and News and Noteworthy sections. Questions: Visit https://linktr.ee/auctusvcu.

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

Equity and Access Services is preparing to publish the Summer Youth Programs Guide. This guide will serve as a one-stop shop for the VCU and Richmond communities as they search for summer opportunities for youth on VCU's campus. If you would like your summer program to be featured, please complete the submission form at the following URL by Sunday, March 26.

For more information, contact Charles Johnson at youth@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2841 or visit https://vcuportal.questionpro.com/23youthprogramsguide.