10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU Police holds a supply drive to benefit the RamPantry and The Safe Harbor Shelter. Items may be dropped off at the VCUPD Mobile Safety Center, outside of the campus Walmart, 912 W. Grace St. Items needed include food items, household cleaning products, new linens and personal care items. Officers and volunteers will have a detailed list at the collection site.

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

VCUDine hosts a spring farmer's market inside and in the front of Shafer Court Dining Center. Farmer vendors local to Virginia will be on-site with goods available for purchase including fruit, vegetables, jams, herbs, tofu and sweets. Cash, credit, RamBucks and Dining Dollars will be accepted. Free example and lawn games will be on-site for guest use.

For more information, visit http://vcu.campusdish.com.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Institute for Structural Biology, Drug Discovery and Development presents as a part of its spring seminar series, "Targeting a Bacterial Metabolic Branch Point Through Inhibition of DXP Synthase," in BioTech One, Robert Ball Conference Room. Caren L. Freel Meyers, Ph.D., associate professor, Department of Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences, Johns Hopkins Medicine, will facilitate.

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

7 p.m.

The Humanities Research Center and VCU Libraries presents Gregory Kimbrell, VCU Libraries, as part of the "Meet VCU's Authors" series, in Cabell Library, Room 250. Kimbrell will be speaking about his new book of poems, "The Primitive Observatory." Admission is free and all are welcome.

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

Thursday, Apr. 20, 2017 from 10 a.m. to noon

VCU Disability Support Services holds a peer-to-peer mentorship interest meeting in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms C-D. This program is designed to help students with disabilities acclimate to campus life by partnering them with a fellow student who may have a similar disability.

Thursday, Apr. 20, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

VCU Alumni presents a pop-up shop for attendees to purchase vintage VCU Alumni articles of clothing, accessories and home decor on Thursday, April 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.; and Saturday, April 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VCU Office of Development and Alumni Relations, 111 N. 4th St.

For more information, visit https://www.vcualumni.org/Calendar/Details/12460.

Thursday, Apr. 20, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Kappa Delta Rho hosts its fourth annual "KDR Karnival for Kids" on the Commons Plaza. There will be games, prizes and performances by VCU student organizations. All proceeds will benefit the B+ Foundation to assist in their efforts to provide funding and support to children diagnosed with cancer.

Thursday, Apr. 20, 2017 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The Student Leadership and Involvement Center hosts an interactive discussion in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room, that is open to students who want to learn more about community service opportunities. These discussions will feature upcoming service opportunities from SLIC staff, cross-organization collaboration opportunities and a chance to discuss successes and challenges in partnering with organizations in the Richmond community.

Thursday, Apr. 20, 2017 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

President Michael Rao, Ph.D., and the Division for Inclusive Excellence invite the VCU community to the 2017 Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment (PACME) in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom. Attendees will join in celebrating this annual recognition of faculty, staff, administrators and students who have made exemplary contributions to promoting civility, building community, establishing cross-cultural initiatives, advocating equity, and nurturing a welcoming and inclusively excellent environment throughout the university and community.

For more information, visit http://www.inclusive.vcu.edu.

Friday, Apr. 21, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The School of Medicine and Be the Match on Campus at VCU present a bone marrow registry drive in the Kontos Medical Sciences Building, Room 104/105.

Friday, Apr. 21, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs presents the sixth annual "Plan-Off 2017: Real Challenges. Real Solutions." at the Virginia Housing Center, 4224 Cox Rd., Glen Allen. The Wilder School's Master of Urban and Regional Planning students will be presenting their ideas for a better community. Twelve students will compete for a prize by pitching their solution to a real-world planning, public policy or management problem. Free and open to the public.

For more information, visit http://www.wilder.vcu.edu.

Friday, Apr. 21, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCUarts presents an exhibition of first-year MFA Painting/Printmaking students at The John Marshall Hotel, 506 E. Franklin St. The opening reception will be held on Friday, April 21, from 6-9 p.m. and gallery hours will be held from April 22-23, from noon to 6 p.m. and by appointment.

Friday, Apr. 21, 2017 at 7 p.m.

The Multicultural Greek Council holds its 2017 "Stroll Off" on the Commons Plaza. The first 125 guests will receive free King of Pops and Red Eye Cookies and Beats headphones will be raffled off. Tank tops will be sold to benefit the Egyptian Cancer Network. The rain space will be in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms.

Saturday, Apr. 22, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In observance of National Oral Cancer Awareness Month, the Oral Medicine and Orofacial pain clinic at VCU Dental Care, hosts free oral, head and neck cancer screenings at VCU Dental Care, 512 N. 12th St. The common risk factors for oral cancer are tobacco use, excessive consumption of alcohol, and more recently, the human papilloma virus (HPV). To schedule a free oral cancer screening, call the Oral Medicine and Orofacial pain clinic at (804) 628-0310.

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

Saturday, Apr. 22, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Association of Black Social Workers at VCU hosts the second annual Cultural Awareness Day at the Academic Learning Commons. Cultural Awareness Day seeks to build multicultural awareness and skills for working with diverse populations. Current students, faculty and alumni are invited to attend workshops that will educate about cultural competence. Cheryl S. Al-Mateen, M.D., will provide the keynote address. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/forms/iuIFRzbGBgsTMBjO2.

Saturday, Apr. 22, 2017 from 9 a.m. to noon

The Engage theme community holds a morning of service at Jefferson Park in Church Hill. Participants will meet at the Jefferson Park fountain, 1900 Princess Anne Ave., and are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and pack sunscreen and water for the day. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://vcu.collegiatelink.net/organization/slic/calendar/details/1300602.

Sunday, Apr. 23, 2017 at 5 p.m.

The Ethiopian Student Union hosts a cultural show in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom, with members showcasing Ethiopian culture through a skit, fashion show and dance performances from several tribes in Ethiopia. Admission and food are free.

Monday, Apr. 24, 2017 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU holds a second town hall for feedback on its new strategic plan in Sanger Hall, Room 2020. In addition to providing an update on the progress of the plan, these town halls will offer an opportunity for the VCU community to provide input on key themes emerging from the plan thus far.

Monday, Apr. 24, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Massey Cancer Center invites the VCU community to attend "Wellness for Women with Breast Cancer" at the Richmond Public Library, 101 E. Franklin St. Patricia Dodson, clinical research nurse coordinator, and Gwen Parker, nurse practitioner, will talk about the various clinical trials for breast cancer patients, as well as managing overall wellness and treatment side effects. R.S.V.P. to the contact below.

Thursday, Apr. 27, 2017 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

PSYUGRAD hosts a panel to address future career paths, fields of employment, graduate school and how to market yourself for success in the University Student Commons, Virginia Room A. Panelists will include a recent alumna of the undergraduate psychology program, VCU psychology doctoral students, a PSYUGRAD academic adviser, and an education and human services career adviser. The panel will be followed by a question-and-answer session. Refreshments will be provided.

Friday, Apr. 28, 2017 at 8 a.m.

The Office of Research presents the second annual Quality in Clinical Research Conference at the Larrick Student Center. This year's conference will feature morning keynote sessions on "Biomarker Development" by Arun Sanyal, M.D., and "Responsible Conduct of Research" by Francis Macrina, Ph.D., and will cover "Current Hot Topics in Clinical Research." Two afternoon tracks are available. One for early clinical researchers will provide key information on how to successfully conduct clinical research at VCU. The second track includes breakout sessions providing valuable information highlighting federal regulation, university policy, and good clinical practice (GCP). There is no cost to attend and lunch will be provided. All clinical and translational researchers are invited, and attendance is highly recommended for new faculty members interested in conducting clinical research at VCU. This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit http://go.vcu.edu/april28.

Saturday, Apr. 29, 2017 at noon

VCU Rec Sports holds an intramural softball tournament at the Glen Allen Softball Complex, 2175 Mountain Rd. Anyone is welcome to participate by joining an existing team or starting one with a group of friends. Registration will close on Wednesday, April 26. Register by visiting the website below.

For more information, visit http://IMleagues.com/VCU.

Sunday, Apr. 30, 2017 at 7 p.m.

CompleX Modeling Troupe presents its 10th annual spring show, "The Wiz," the popular super soul musical "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms. Tickets are $5 for early bird or $7 at the door.

Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 8 a.m.

The Division of Community Engagement and the C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research sponsor VCU's annual Community Engagement Institute from May 16-17, at West Grace Street Student Housing-South. This free event brings together those who share a commitment to solving today's grand challenges through community-academic partnerships in teaching and research. Registration is now open. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit http://community.vcu.edu/faculty-support-/training--development/community-engagement-institute/.

The Division for Inclusive Excellence announces two $500 scholarships for students who will be studying abroad in summer 2017. Applicants are invited to submit a statement of purpose describing why they want to study abroad, a description of their program and how it was selected, and what challenges they have faced in pursuing this study abroad experience. Applications are due to the contact below no later than 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 21.

Men and women who smoke cigarettes between the ages of 18-25 are invited to participate in a research study that requires five, 3 hour, laboratory visits. Compensation is provided. CALL (804) 828-1867 Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm or visit http://wp.vcu.edu/cobbco/current-studies/ for more information This study will be conducted at Thurston House on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Andrew Barnes, Ph.D., Department of Health Behavior & Policy