1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

ALT Lab/Online@VCU offers a workshop for instructors on ways to use Google for Education to enhance teaching in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 4110. In this workshop, instructors will learn how tools like Google Drive can help alleviate stress and enhance their practice and organization.

For more information, visit http://altlab.vcu.edu/event/google-solutions-for-teaching-pet-peeves/.

1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences hosts the University of North Carolina's 23rd National Health Equity Research webcast, "The Courage to Lead: Scholar-Activism and Health Equity in Turbulent Times," in Tompkins-McCaw Library, Room 2010. The webcast will feature panelists Camara Jones, Sr., fellow, Morehouse School of Medicine; Andrew Curley, postdoctoral fellow, UNC Chapel Hill; and Paul Cuadros, associate professor, UNC Chapel Hill. There will be a moderated question-and-answer session.

For more information, visit http://events.vcu.edu/details.asp?myVal=66449.

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Office of Sustainability hosts its annual campus sustainability day on the Commons Plaza. There will be food, giveaways, a craft workshop, sustainability information and several local vendors on site.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Representatives of the Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity, Office of the Dean of Students, University Counseling Services, Fraternity and Sorority Life, Student Health, Residential Life and Housing, Academic Advising and VCU Police offer a free lunch at West Grace Street Student Housing-South, Room 1004A. Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Strategic Enrollment Management presents "First-Gen Fridays" in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salon III, for students, faculty and staff who will be or were the first in their family to graduate from college. Attendees will enjoy pizza. "First-Gen Fridays" is an opportunity for first-generation college students to meet each other and faculty from around the university. This meeting will showcase learning support resources designed to help increase student success.

For more information, visit http://nsfp.vcu.edu/studentevents/first-gen-fridays/.

Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017 at 4 p.m.

The Department of Music presents banjo masters, John Bullard and Adam Larrabee, in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Tickets are $15 general admission and $10 for students.

For more information, visit http://arts.vcu.edu/music/events/.

Monday, Oct. 2, 2017 at 7 p.m.

Virginia21 hosts a question-and-answer session with the policy director from the Ed Gillespie campaign for governor in the University Student Commons, Virginia Room A. Higher education policies, college affordability and millennial-based issues will be discussed. Attendees will enjoy pizza and refreshments while having the opportunity to become informed voters.

Monday, Oct. 2, 2017 at 8:30 p.m.

Kappa Phi Gamma Sorority Inc. hosts its annual "Kreepy Karnival" in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. Food and drinks will be provided. The event is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs celebrates Latinx Heritage Month by inviting the VCU community to learn how to salsa on the Commons Plaza.

Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 from 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU President Michael Rao and Interim Dean Tim L. Davey present the School of Social Work 100th anniversary Historical Marker and Emeriti Faculty Senate President Plaque celebration at Founders Hall.

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

In the new compensation policy, the use of salary incentives to recognize and reward employees in encouraged. The amount of bonus an employee may be awarded in a fiscal year is higher in the new HR plan - up to $5,000 or 10% of base pay, whichever is greater. To submit a question, use the contact information below.

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

VCUDine has the opportunity to open a new dining location on W. Grace Street. The dining establishments brought to campus, such as Panda Express, Starbucks, Freshii and Chick-fil-A, are a direct result of feedback from students, faculty and staff. To help choose, visit the website below to participate in a short, three-question survey.

For more information, visit http://vcudineoptions.questionpro.com.

The VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education (OCPE) holds a variety of online strategy workshops, on-campus information sessions, and test prep courses for the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, SAT and ACT. Live-online options are also available. Use promo code VCU50 to save $50.

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

VCU Rec Sports has implemented a new guest policy. Students and members can sponsor one guest for $10, and non-member faculty/staff can self sponsor for $10 per day. Guest must present a valid ID to be admitted. Only one sponsored guest per day. Guest fee exceptions and changes can be requested by visiting the website below.

For more information, visit http://www.recsports.vcu.edu/membership/guests/.

The Outdoor Adventure Program offers river stand-up paddle board day trips for participants to learn the basics of stability, balance and maneuvering on a stand-up paddle board. Participants will discover why this sport is taking off in popularity amongst surfers, fisherman and recreational paddlers around the world. The cost is $15 for students and $20 for members. Food is not included so participants should pack a lunch. To register, visit the website below by Tuesday, Oct. 10.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=b1b40990-6277-495a-946d-9a48f9993480&semesterId=8224abd5-d5e6-4bc0-b993-c350f6ee9f71.

The VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, in the Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, is accepting applications for its HIGHER Ground Women's Leadership Development Program. The HIGHER Ground Women's Leadership Development Program is a five-month leadership development experience for current and emerging women leaders who are committed to investing in themselves and their organizations. The application deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 1.

For more information, visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/programs/higher-ground-womens-leadership/application/.

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs recruits members to join the American Indian Heritage Month Committee. If interested in becoming a part of the committee to help plan events and provide ideas, use the contact information below. All identities are welcome.

A revised Intellectual Property policy is now open for university comment through Friday, Sept. 29. The draft policy can be found at https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment

For more information, visit https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment.