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.

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.

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.

Saturday, Mar. 18, 2023 at 8 a.m.

VCU's Center for Biological Data Science and Bioinformatics Societies are holding BNFOTHON 2023 on Saturday and Sunday, March 18 and 19 at Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. BNFOTHON is a Bioinformatics and Biology hackathon in which teams of four to five come up with cutting-edge solutions to modern biology, bioinformatics and health-care problems. All students of any major are welcome. Food, prizes and skill workshops will be provided. Qs: Contact the Undergrad BNFO Society at societyofbioinformatics1@gmail.com.

For more information, contact BNFO Society at societyofbioinformatics1@gmail.com or (757) 754-0460 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuQv2wsIvrYQA2AFyLGV7r3INVfMiCoeyPCR8DOMVdGUf0RQ/viewform.

Tuesday, Mar. 21, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Google Assignments tool in the Canvas LMS makes it easy to create and distribute assignments to your students. Use originality reports and rich submission feedback to prevent plagiarism and enable your students to do their best work. Simplify grading and leaving feedback through predefined rubrics and your comment bank, which carryover between courses.

For more information, contact Dr. Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/gogoogle.

Tuesday, Mar. 21, 2023 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

This 30-minute class will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups as well. This class brought to you by VCU HR and VCU RecWell. Register in Talent@VCU or at http://bit.ly/3Ie2FBi

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/.

Tuesday, Mar. 21, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The VPM and ICA Community Media Center will present John Biewen of "Scene on Radio." The best audio work has a feeling of mastery about it. As you listen you feel you’re in good hands, just as you do when reading a fine novel or watching an expertly made movie. Where does this feeling come from, and how do you make stories that have it? "Scene On Radio's" John Biewen looks at sure-handedness in structure, writing, and editing—with concrete examples and audience participation. The event will be at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Chioke Ianson at caianson@vcu.edu or (727) 215-9776 or visit https://icavcu.org/events/media-center-clinic-john-biewen/.

Wednesday, Mar. 22, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative is hosting Meet Up to Start Up in the Collaboration Hub of the Engineering Research Building, 401 W. Main St. This event will connect aspiring entrepreneurs with leading Virginia investors. The event is free, but registration is required. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jen Allen at jallen25@vcu.edu or visit https://cyberinitiative.org/innovation/meet-up-to-startup.html.

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.

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 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Join this virtual workshop from Social Security and learn answers to questions such as: When are you eligible to receive benefits? How does early retirement affect your benefits? How do you get the most from your benefit? Register in Talent@VCU or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit http://bit.ly/3lSkApT.

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

The Institute of Sustainable Energy and Environment, VCU Library and Green Action will host a climate teach-in in Room 303, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Beth Kreydatus at eakreydatus@vcu.edu or (757) 561-3824 or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdI0AQ8WRMH0v8fuEj6eubciKgvO5YtWQNcEPFbpCTwYo2n6g/viewform.

Wednesday, Apr. 12, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Sylvester Johnson, Ph.D., associate vice provost for Public Interest Technology at Virginia Tech, will explain the fundamental challenges the future of innovation poses for managing technology to benefit the public interest and societal outcomes. He will identify the pivotal role that the humanities must serve for creating future talent to lead innovation and structure responsible governance for a technological society. The session will be held in the auditorium of the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Questions: http://researchweeks.vcu.edu Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lydia Klinger at researchweeks@vcu.edu. or visit https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/6759c26e0b1549f193252a9b7ed734e8.

Thursday, Apr. 27, 2023 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU REAL invites applications for a poster showcase celebrating and recognizing the traditions of transformative learning at VCU. The showcase will provide students and practitioners an opportunity to share their experiential learning projects/programs and to reflect on challenges, solutions and opportunities for future action. Of particular interest are projects that support the future readiness of students who exemplify one or more of the Quest 2028 goals (https://quest.vcu.edu/). For students and programs interested in submitting a proposal, use the following URL. Space is limited; all applications must be submitted on or before 5 p.m. Friday, April 14. The showcase will be in the Commonwealth Ballroom, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., on April 27.

For more information, contact Lauren Franks at real@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/C85EhxqJYcSPFcYf6.

Monday, Jul. 17, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Commonwealth Management Institute will be held July 17-21 at Hotel 24 South, Staunton. The five-day program is geared toward professional development for experienced managers. Since its inception, more than 2,900 managers have attended. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mandy Fowler at afowler3@vcu.edu or visit https://pmg.vcu.edu/professional-development/cmi/.

VCUDine offers a number of March events at Shafer Court Dining Center, 810 Cathedral Place. They include Food Trends Thursdays (through March 23, 11 a.m.-close); Tasting with registered dietitian at Ram City Market (March 16: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.); Fresh Catch Fridays (March 17-31: 11 a.m.-close); Preview Day Brunch (March 18: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.) and Carnival (March 23: time TBD). Follow @VCU_Dining on Instagram for more events and pop-ups.

For more information, contact Lauren Hay at dining@vcu.edu or visit http://vcu.campusdish.com.

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.

VCU's Global Education Office is accepting applications for the Phi Beta Delta international honor society that recognizes international service, education and involvement. Membership is open to all students, faculty and staff. The application deadline is 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 21. A limited number of scholarships are available to applicants.

For more information, contact Nichole Dorton at phibetadelta@vcu.edu or (804) 827-9331 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/community/phibetadelta/.