10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Students Helping Honduras at VCU holds a thrift shop fundraiser on the Commons Plaza. Gently used clothing, books and other items will be available for purchase. All proceeds will go directly to building a school in Honduras.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Institute for Structural Biology, Drug Discovery and Development presents a seminar as part of its spring seminar series featuring Young-Hoon Ahn, Ph.D., assistant professor, Division of Chemistry, Wayne State University, in Larrick Student Center, Jackson Ward Conference Room. Refreshments will be served prior to the seminar.

For more information, visit http://isb3d.pharmacy.vcu.edu/.

7 p.m.

The Humanities Research Center and VCU Libraries presents Tressie Cottom, VCU Sociology, as part of the "Meet VCU's Authors" series in Cabell Library, Room 250. Cottom will be speaking about her new book, "Lower Ed: The Troubling Rise of For-Profit Colleges in the New Economy." Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/meet-vcus-authors-tressie-cottom/.

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Intercultural Festival invites the VCU community to celebrate the different countries and cultures of South Asia in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. Participants will enjoy henna and free food.

For more information, visit http://icfvcu.com.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Collegiate 100 hosts "A Community in Need" in West Grace Street Student Housing-South, Room 1004. Attendees will hear from leaders and students engaging with the community. Free food and beverages will be provided.

Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

The Student Leadership and Involvement Center sponsors a volunteer service trip to FeedMore, 1415 Rhoadmiller St. The group will be packaging and sorting food at the Richmond-area food bank. Transportation will be provided. Check-in and pick-up will take place outside of the University Student Commons, Floyd Entrance at 8:30 a.m. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://vcu.collegiatelink.net/organization/slic/Calendar/details/1246921.

Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

The Muslim Student Association seeks volunteers to help make meals for the homeless at Grace and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 8 N. Laurel St.

Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 from noon to 12:50 p.m.

The Department of Biostatistics presents its spring 2017 seminar series featuring Montserrat Fuentes, Ph.D., dean, College of Humanities and Sciences, and professor, Department of Statistical Science and Operations Research, discussing "Nonparametric Spatial-Temporal Modelling of the Association Between Ambient Air Pollution and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes" in One Capitol Square, Third Floor, Room 305.

For more information, visit http://www.biostatistics.vcu.edu/seminars-invited-talks/.

Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The Money Spot at VCU co-sponsors a workshop with the Virginia Credit Union in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 1100, to help students understand the pros and cons of accepting student loans and how student loan debt impacts their personal credit score and credit history.

Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs presents Angela Davis, an activist on behalf of women's rights, racial justice and prisoners' rights since the 1960s, delivering a lecture in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom. Davis will address the current racial, political and economic climate, in addition to her own perspective as an activist and scholar. Tickets for the in-person lecture are completely sold out, but tickets are available to attend a live stream of her lecture in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 1107. Live stream tickets are free and are available in the OMSA office, University Student Commons, Suite 215, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, visit http://omsa.vcu.edu.

Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at 7 p.m.

The Activities Programming Board presents a screening of "The Gabby Douglas Story" at 7 p.m. and "Girl, Interrupted" at 9:30 p.m. in the Commons Theater. Movies will also be shown on Saturday, Feb. 25, with "The Gabby Douglas Story" starting at 7 p.m. and "Girl, Interrupted" at 9:30 p.m. in the Commons Theater.

Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Engage, The Foundation, ESPN/KLG Gaming and Lounge/Sideline Sport Report present a study break gaming tournament at the KLG Gamer Lounge, 616 E. Franklin St. Participants will enjoy a quick study break and play NBA2K, Madden and Call of Duty. Winner will get bragging rights and a prize. Entry is $5. Limited to 15 slots per weekend.

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

The College Behavioral and Emotional Health Institute (COBE) presents a talk titled "Uncovering the Science Behind E-Cigarettes: What Do They Do and Who is Using Them at VCU?" by Tory Spindle in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Lunch will be provided, no need to R.S.V.P.

For more information, visit http://cobe.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 1, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The School of Education Adult Learning Masters Program holds an information session for individuals interested in human resources development, adult literacy, and teaching and learning with technology in Oliver Hall - Education, Room 2116.

Thursday, Mar. 2, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.

Students Today, Alumni Tomorrow (STAT) hosts its annual Etiquette Dinner in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. Open to the entire student body, not just STAT members. Business casual dress is recommended. R.S.V.P to the contact below by Monday, Feb. 27 at 11:59 p.m.

Saturday, Mar. 11, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Office of Continuing and Professional Education presents "Leading and Living Unscripted," which combines elements of improvisational theater and behavior modification, at The CTC at Hull, 13900 Hull Street Rd., Midlothian. This workshop teaches experimental, action methods that can be used to enrich the way participants teach, parent, lead and manage. Participants can unlock creativity and practice and reinforce new skills on how to lead and be a better partner in an unscripted, safe environment.

For more information, visit http://ocpe.vcu.edu/.

Tuesday, Mar. 14, 2017 at 8 p.m.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated presents "Oh the Places You'll Go: A Black Student's Guide to Study Abroad" in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Participants will learn about the experiences of black students who have gone abroad, as well as how to go abroad yourself.

Saturday, Mar. 25, 2017 from noon to 5 p.m.

Theta Chi Fraternity partners with the American Cancer Society to present "Dodging Cancer," a dodgeball tournament to help fight cancer, at the Cary Street Gym. Proceeds from the tournament will go to the American Cancer Society to support cancer patients. Registration for teams will be held from March 1-23 in the University Student Commons.

VCU Libraries shows images from a multicultural art show of local artists exploring the theme of Black Lives Matter on the Cabell Big Screen through Friday, March 24. Many of the artists featured have ties to VCU.

For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/cabellscreen/2017/02/17/black-lives-matter-a-community-outpouring/.

The Division of Student Affairs has extended the deadline for applications to serve as the 2017-2018 Board of Visitors Student Representative through Friday, March 3. The president will recommend one graduate/professional student and one undergraduate to serve as either the student representative or the alternate. More information about the selection process and eligibility can be found by visiting the website below. Applications can be submitted to vcudean@vcu.edu

For more information, visit https://students.vcu.edu/resources/student-representatives/application/.

The Allied Health Career Exploration is a two-week, non-residential program designed to expose students to the diverse professional programs available at the VCU School of Allied Health Professions, such as patient counseling, clinical laboratory sciences, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, rehabilitation counseling, radiation sciences, health administration and gerontology, through hands-on activities and workshops. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 3.

For more information, visit http://www.dhsd.vcu.edu/pipeline-programs/college/allied-health-career-exploration/.