10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU Libraries will host an open house featuring new acquisitions, artists' books, rare comic books, pop-up books and other items held in Special Collections and Archives. Visit the Reading Room, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave., to meet people and learn how you can include rare and unique materials in your projects and research. This is a Weeks of Welcome event open to all members of the university community. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/calendar/arts-events/sca-open-house.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Join staff from the da Vinci Center to learn about the Master of Product Innovation program, a cross-disciplinary master’s program in which students apply knowledge in advanced product innovation, entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship topics with real-life clients. Register for the virtual session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Mary Chris Escobar at escobarmc@vcu.edu or visit https://davincicenter.vcu.edu/news--events/.

12 p.m.

The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans honors immigrants and children of immigrants by supporting one to two years of graduate study in any field in the United States. This online informational session is geared toward juniors and seniors and early-career graduate students interested in this opportunity. Register at the following URL. A Zoom link will be emailed to those who hav registered the morning of the meeting.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson, Ph.D., at mrsisson@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3XUKrNCgQPtfA2PeQG9B08Clzq68FtrPo6Z_YvVmfLCK9Zw/viewform.

2 p.m.

Geared for sophomores and juniors intending to pursue graduate research in the STEM fields, this session will provide information on the Goldwater Scholarship, which awards its scholars with up to $7,500 for educational expenses and a mentoring network. The session will be in the National Scholarship Office Conference Room (Room 1210), 701 W Grace St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jeff Wing at jawing@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeknwS0CDsOZVp5UDA2NX3PclIu6QSD0_izjfw8h2Mz90MXHQ/viewform.

2 p.m.

The PEO International Peace Scholarship provides up to $12,500 in support of international women pursuing graduate study in the United States or Canada. This online informational session is geared toward international women who are juniors, seniors and early-career graduate students. The Zoom link will be emailed the morning of the session to all who have registered. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson, Ph.D., at mrsisson@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNOMjdiildceTOIMjw9wEytzXnL0vL8lvcx70_Mji0qV-8rg/viewform.

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Celebrate the Institute for Contemporary Art's 2024 season unveiling with three exhibitions: Dear Mazie, Caitlin Cherry: Eigengrau and Loie Hollowell: Space Between, A Survey of Ten Years.

For more information, contact Seychelle Stableford at stablefords@vcu.edu or (757) 284-7590 or visit http://icavcu.org.

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Unlock the secrets of forensic science with your own unique fingerprint designs - join STEM in Art for an interactive exploration of DNA and biometrics. The event will be held in the SGA Senate Chamber, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Members will utilize the unique patterns of DNA to create a variety of art pieces. The meeting will include an overview of the organization and introduce board leaders for the semester. Free snacks will be provided.

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

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU College of Engineering will host the 2024 Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Day held in Room 1313, VCU Engineering Research Building, Collaboration Hub, 401 W. Cary St. This year's theme is "Translating Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Innovations From the Bench to Communities." The event will bring together professionals, researchers, students and others interested in advancing the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Registration is free. Register at https://egr.vcu.edu/news-events/events/pharma-day/#RegForm

For more information, contact Nastassja Lewinski at nalewinski@vcu.edu or visit https://egr.vcu.edu/news-events/events/pharma-day/.

Sunday, Sep. 8, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Alpha Phi Omega is a gender-inclusive service organization which focuses on developing leadership, promoting friendship and providing service to humanity. Interested in becoming a brother? You're invited to attend the group's induction ceremony, which will be in Room 203, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. Pledges have the opportunity to attend various service events, socials and retreats within the brotherhood. Upon successful completion of all requirements, pledges are initiated brothers of APO. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early for the ceremony, dressed in business causal attire.

For more information, contact Jessie Tignor at tignorjl@vcu.edu or (757) 685-1350.

Monday, Sep. 9, 2024 at 4 p.m.

Learn to break writing into manageable chunks and how to avoid procrastination. 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, Sep. 9, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

VCU Rambikes, 1006 W. Broad St., will host a learn-to-ride workshop for those who want to learn to ride a bike in a safe and supportive environment. All workshops are free but registration helps predict attendance. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Arin Larsen at rambikes@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_Pf-LobARYwQQt_CMYfwlzjq_NgSeJZOzwsCLyw6FtZnR2Q/viewform?usp=sf_link.

Monday, Sep. 9, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

Members of Katie's Art Project will make origami cranes to donate to the Children's Peace Monument in Hiroshima, Japan. Snacks and drinks will be provided. The meeting will be held in Room 1303, the multipurpose room, Honors College, 701 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Safa Saad at saads@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Sep. 10, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Join current students for a panel discussion of the major differences between high school and college when it comes to classes, homework, exams and everything in between. The session, hosted by VCU's Campus Learning Center's Peer Academic Coaches, will be in Room B14, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Bridget Prince at bprince@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Sep. 10, 2024 at 10 a.m.

Join Commonwealth Cyber Initiative's Central Virginia Node and Tianhao Wang, Ph.D., for the group's online speaker series. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/84376821822

For more information, contact Zahra W. Ndirangu at ndiranguzw@vcu.edu or visit http://cci-cvn.org.

Tuesday, Sep. 10, 2024 from noon to 2 p.m.

The VCU African American Studies Department will host the 2024 Back-to-School Block Party at the University Commons Plaza. Pizza and wings will be provided and music will be played from noon to 1 p.m.

For more information, contact Christian Thompson at thompsonc19@vcu.edu or (703) 789-2994 or visit https://afam.vcu.edu/events/.

Wednesday, Sep. 11, 2024 at noon

Learn more about VCU's Evening MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. This online presentation will provide an overview of program formats, curriculum and admissions process. No registration is required; join at the following Zoom link.

For more information, contact Hawley Smyth at smythh@vcu.edu or (804) 828-5127 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/84779000335.

Thursday, Sep. 12, 2024 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

This style of yoga involves linking poses in a flowing sequence in coordination with breathing. This flow will have a dynamic focus on strengthening and stretching poses. This virtual session is brought to you by VCU HR and RecWell. Register in Talent@VCU or at https://bit.ly/3ADYq1H

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Wednesday, Sep. 18, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The Institute for Transformative Leadership is calling on all VCU and VCU Health faculty and staff to level up their leadership skills by joining the Transformative Leadership Fall 2024 Cohort Program. This seven-week series, which starts via Zoom on Wednesday, Sept. 18, offers practical leadership principles that can be applied to your work and personal lives all through a supportive community. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Chris Reina at csreina@vcu.edu or visit http://tinyurl.com/ITLCohortF2024.

Thursday, Sep. 19, 2024 from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

All are welcome to come to the launch of El Centro and learn about the organization's work to empower the VCU community, foster understanding and support interactions between VCU-affiliated individuals who identify as Latino/e. The group seeks to conduct research in the community through enhancing scholarship and cultural and social experience on campus. The meeting will be in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Questions: Email Oswaldo Moreno oamoreno@vcu.edu or Anita Nadal at the following email address.

For more information, contact Anita Nadal at nadalaa@vcu.edu.

El Centro at VCU, within the Division of Inclusive Excellence, is accepting applications for a program center specialist to assist in various activities, support events and contribute to the mission of fostering Latino/e-focused scholarship, personal growth and professional development within an environment that values diversity and inclusivity. Questions? Email Anita Nadal at nadalaa@vcu.edu or the following email address. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Oswaldo Moreno at oamoreno@vcu.edu. or visit http://vcu.joinhandshake.com.

The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course is open for VCU students, RecWell members, non-member faculty/staff and the Richmond community. Learn how to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies. Participants will earn a certificate that satisfies OSHA requirements for workplace First Aid/CPR/AED training in non-health care settings. September class dates are Wednesday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 28.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://recwell.vcu.edu/lead/certifications/american-red-cross-certifications/.

Students Caring about Cancer at VCU is a student-run group affiliated with Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center. The organization is seeking new leaders and members who are passionate about cancer in all forms. This group promotes cancer advocacy and togetherness as part of a campus-wide community.

For more information, contact Gabrielle Maldonado at siricagt@vcu.edu.

Each semester VCU's Honors College invites faculty and community partners to participate in its Berglund Seminar and Diverse Conversations series. The purpose of the series is to generate meaningful discussions and debates outside classroom on topical — and sometimes controversial — subjects. Those interested in speaking or presenting should contact Anthony Burnham at the following email address.

For more information, contact Anthony Burnham at burnhamaj@vcu.edu.