2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Join VCU's Transfer Center for a Transfer Chat with the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program. Come to Room 216, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. Learn about undergraduate research, how to become involved and how to make yourself a great candidate.

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

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

STEM In Art will hold an event for students to learn about invisible disabilities. Also, try scrapbooking and creating mini dreamcatchers. Free snacks and materials will be provided. The event will be in the SGA Senate Chambers of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Mohammed Abdulhadi at abdulhadim@vcu.edu.

7 p.m.

PennyAppeal will host a pack-a-bag with Help the Unhoused in the Honors College Multipurpose Room (1303), 701 W. Grace St. Help make care kits for the local homeless population. Can't make it? Join the organization's Instagram (@pennyappealatvcu) or RamsConnect to keep up to date on future events.

For more information, contact PennyAppeal at officialpennyappealatvcu@gmail.com.

Saturday, Mar. 8, 2025 from 2:50 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Come experiment with a new form of collaborative theater. Every two weeks VCU students and theater professionals will write a full-length semi-improvised story dedicated to current events that empower the audience and the players to make a real difference in the local community … or just throw dodgeballs at actors onstage. The performances are free and if you like what you see you can even apply to be a player/actor in the next show. Performances will be on the Newdick Stage at the Shafer Street Playhouse, 221 N. Shafer St. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. followed by Madlibs at 2:50 p.m. to name the locations and characters The show starts at 3 p.m., has a 15-minute intermission and will conclude by 5 p.m. Be the Hero! Be the Monster! Be the Dodgeball!

For more information, contact Teddy McPherson at mcphersont@vcu.edu or visit https://www.instagram.com/dodgeballsanddragons/.

Monday, Mar. 10, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Join VCU HR and Fidelity to learn about different tax-advantages - how you can contribute to your workplace savings plan, understand how those contribution types can affect your paycheck and your taxes and learn the difference between a Roth IRA and the Roth option in your workplace savings plan. Register for the virtual session in Talent@VCU or at: https://tinyurl.com/3h3mue3f

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

Wednesday, Mar. 12, 2025 from noon to 2 p.m.

In his new collection of poems and short stories, Mark Davy, M.D., weaves an optimistic narrative that reveals why life’s hills and rough terrain are “worth the ride.” Davey wil read from his latest book at the Health and Wellness Library, VCU Medical Center Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St.

For more information, contact Jackson Wright at wrightjc4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/13974288.

Thursday, Mar. 20, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

VCU’s Financial Success Center will host a session about the fundamentals of credit. Learn what a credit score is, why it matters and how to build or improve credit with practical, actionable tips. The session will be live (Snead Hall, Room B2165, 301 W. Main St.) and virtual. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kirthan Iyangar at iyangarks@vcu.edu or (804) 738-2604 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/?id=dc6ae02e-62f6-4f31-a077-d158ef3deae6.

Unsure of how to use spring break to get ahead with your job or internship search? Stop by the VCU Career Services Office Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to meet with a Peer Career Counselor. No appointment is needed.

For more information, contact Ashley Worthington at worthingtonar@vcu.edu or visit https://careers.vcu.edu/about/contact-us/.

RecWell’s Outdoor Adventure Program will host trips for VCU students and RecWell members in March. The trips include day caving, climbing overight and beach bike overnight. Spaces for all trips are limited. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emily Philpott at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program?classificationId=d722033b-3a3d-44c6-a639-491797a4b9a2.

VCU students are asked to share their experiences with and awareness of on-campus offices and organizations that offer services or resources to students. VCU staff member Jess Hoy, M.S.W., is conducting a research survey that can be completed online and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Students are not required to have ever used a VCU resource to participate. Students who complete the survey will be entered into a raffle to win one of five $25 gift cards to the VCU bookstore.

For more information, contact Jess Hoy at hoyj2@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctIBpT8H0TVLHzE4sq66PB1aEx8HCkKwtNtbG8odN3VY0qIA/viewform?usp=sf.

The Black Graduate Student Association announces the Black Excellence Student Organization Awards, which will be presented at its Black Excellence Celebration Reception. The awards recognize outstanding Black-centered student organizations that have demonstrated leadership, impact and commitment to excellence in various areas. The award categories are: Organization of the Year, Excellence in Community Service, Academic Excellence, Cultural Legacy, Advocacy and Social Justice, Trailblazer, Emerging Organization and Best Event or Program. Apply at the following URL by Wednesday, March 26. Responses should be 250-500 words.

For more information, contact Eva Davis at davisep@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmz7BJ9gYRl6-WhkbcFarut_FRQWq8DyobhXd1234DDle_5g/viewform?usp=header.

VCU Brandcenter students are in need of focus group participants. If interested, fill out this questionnaire at the following URL. Those who are chosen to participate in the focus group will be compensated with $20 and refreshments for their time. Participants will be provided with further details upon their successful completion of the questionnaire.

For more information, contact Alex Robinson at robinsona19@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/fz9eDg9ypykygo7Y7/.

VCU's Global Education Office invites students to submit an application at the following URL by Sunday, March 9 for the Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars. The organization recognizes international service, scholarship, education and involvement.

For more information, contact Global Education Office (GEO) at geo@vcu.edu or visit https://global.vcu.edu/students/started/info1/community/phibetadelta//.

VCU Division of Inclusive Excellence is seeking VCU students, staff and faculty to take part in an in-person focus group to discuss personal experiences regarding sense of belonging, care and community. Information shared in the information sheet linked below will help us identify potential participants who will then be sent an invitation to attend a focus group. If you do not attend a focus group, your answers to these questions will not be used. See the questionnaire at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kim Case at casek3@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduKK40A3aIz-bigZo4NwNGhAKYiZMxnwtaPUzfqegCYtVYog/viewform.

The Research on Excessive, Persistent, and Emotion-based Actions and Traits (REPEAT) Lab at VCU is conducting a brain imaging study to understand decision-making processes in adults with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Participants will be compensated for participating in this study. Questions: Contact the REPEAT Lab at repeat@vcu.edu or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Adanya Johnson at johnsonad13@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2658 or visit https://tinyurl.com/25wnkh7z.