11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Safety and Risk Management invites the VCU community to its Safety Expo in Main Hospital, Second Floor Conference Room (above the cafeteria), for best practices on staying safe. Attendees will receive important information about fire safety, fire extinguisher training, chemical spills, black bin information, blood pressure screening, pedestrian safety, hands-only CPR and AED information, computer safety, VCU Police (LiveSafe app) and hospital security.

For more information, visit https://srm.vcu.edu/.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity invites the VCU community to a free lunch at the Larrick Student Center, Court End Ballroom B. Attendees can meet the director and coordinators, ask questions about the VCU Honor System and learn about the Honor Council. Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Strategic Enrollment Management presents "First-Gen Fridays" in the Honors College Multipurpose Room, for students, faculty and staff who will be or were the first in their family to graduate from college. "First-Gen Fridays" is an opportunity for first-generation college students to meet each other and faculty from around the university. Academic advisors will be in attendance and pizza will be provided.

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

12 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU ASPiRE hosts a blood drive at West Grace Street Student Housing-South. Walk-ins are welcome. Donors will receive cookies from Red Eye Cookie Co. and Insomnia Cookies in addition to having a chance to enter a Lucky 13 raffle.

3 p.m.

The Department of Sociology and the Humanities Research Center present "The Fight for Intersex Human Rights in the 21st Century" with Cary Costello, Ph.D., associate professor of sociology, and coordinator, LGBT program, University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 1105.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Wildlife Journal Club invites the VCU community to its weekly meeting in Cabell Library, Room 220f, to discuss a topic related to wildlife conservation.

Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 from midnight to 2 a.m.

Residential Life and Housing and VCU Rec Sports present "Ram Night Madness" at the Cary Street Gym. Participants will enjoy pizza, intramural tournaments, late night open gym and receive a free T-shirt.

Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

VCU MEDLIFE holds an intensive, cardo-filled bootcamp with UFC Gym at Park Plaza (next to Cabell Library). Tickets are $5.

Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Residence Hall Association hosts the third annual Fall Festival on the University Student Commons Plaza. There will be a variety of free food, games, rides, a mechanical bull and pumpkin carving. Students should bring their student ID.

Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 at 8 p.m.

The Department of Music presents the Emerson String Quartet in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall, as part of the Mary Anne Rennolds Chamber Concert Series. Tickets are $35 for general admission; $32 for seniors (60+), VCU employees and VCU Alumni Association members; and $25 for children 16 and under.

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

Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 at 9 a.m.

The Office of Sustainability hosts an Urban Forestry Symposium in the Grace and Broad Residence Center 2, Room 1231, to explore the environmental, economic and human health benefits of urban trees in Richmond. The symposium includes speakers, lunch and a tour of the Low Line Park. To RSVP, visit https://goo.gl/forms/FAAHsB8TD8YNMnak1

For more information, visit https://rampages.us/carvertreeproject/.

Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 at 10:30 a.m.

Green Unity hosts an invasive species removal with Anne Wright, assistant professor, Department of Biology, at 4401 Riverside Drive. Participants will meet at 10:30 a.m. on the Compass to carpool. Those who need a ride or who can give a ride, email the email address below.

Monday, Oct. 16, 2017 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

TRIO Student Support Services presents "Money Mondays." This Monday's topic is "Financial Independence" and will be held in the University Student Commons, Metro Room. This interactive workshop will cover money management principles and the financial challenges facing an emerging generation. The session includes an in-depth look at effective cash flow, understanding student loans, and building a savings and investment plan that will carry over to life after VCU.

Monday, Oct. 16, 2017 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Rams in Recovery and VCU MOTIVATE Clinic present a free, open session for those who have loved ones struggling with addiction at the Jackson Center, 501 N. 2nd St. This week, Adrienne Loker, LCSW, will discuss the ways in which families can manage their reactions to a loved one's substance use.

Monday, Oct. 16, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU ASPiRE holds an open house in West Grace Street Student Housing-South, Room 1004 F-G. Attendees will learn how to serve the community locally, nationally and abroad through the ASPiRE Living Learning Program in 2018 and beyond. Current ASPiRE students will be available to share program information, personal experiences, application process and answer questions. Cookies and cider will be provided.

For more information, visit https://aspire.vcu.edu/.

Monday, Oct. 16, 2017 at 7 p.m.

The Department of Music's faculty comes together to present "The Crumb Connection," featuring music by George Crumb and his influences, Debussy and Bartók, in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Admission is free.

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

Monday, Oct. 16, 2017 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Robertson School of Media and Culture presents a screening of "OBIT," a highly acclaimed film about the obituary desk at "The New York Times," in the University Student Commons Theater. Critics have called it one of 2017's best documentaries. After the screening, the film's director, Vanessa Gould, will Skype in to answer questions.

For more information, visit https://youtu.be/RVafxOpEReM.

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2017 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research hosts the Central Virginia SoCRA Chapter Meeting, "Updates in Hot Topics from the Annual 2017 SoCRA Conference" in Critical Care Hospital, First Floor, Room 304. Participants will understand the impact of current ICH E6 (R2) changes and revisions; identify and discuss common FDA audit findings and how to avoid them; and understand current regulatory binder essentials and setup.

Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017 at 1 p.m.

The National Scholarship Office holds a RISE/SMART information session in the School of Engineering East Hall, Room 2221. The RISE and SMART scholarships provide funding for undergraduates studying the sciences to pursue laboratory research. Attendees will learn more about the application process for each scholarship.

Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017 at 11 a.m.

The Office of Research Subject Protections holds a training in Tompkins-McCaw Library, Room 2-010, to discuss the management of records and data, such as the requirements for maintaining and discarding records, as well as methods and systems to best protect the confidentiality of research data. Those that have an ongoing study or are thinking about submitting to the IRB are encouraged to attend. To register, visit the website below.

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

Friday, Oct. 20, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs holds a graduate information session in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons, for attendees to learn more about the school's master's, doctoral and baccalaureate certificate programs. Register by Friday, Oct. 13, by visiting the website below. Lunch will be provided.

For more information, visit http://goo.gl/VJntoU.

Monday, Oct. 23, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Department of Health Administration holds a lunchtime information webinar for the Master of Science in Health Administration (professional hybrid online program). Attendees will learn about the MSHA program and have the opportunity to virtually meet with the program director, current students and alumni. RSVP by using the contact information below.

For more information, visit http://sahp.vcu.edu/departments/ha/.

Friday, Oct. 27, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU Rec Sports and the American Red Cross host a blood drive at the Cary Street Gym. No appointment is necessary.

Due to overwhelming support for this year's National Conflict Resolution Day event, additional seating has been granted and a limited number of spots are now available. The event will be held on Thursday, Oct. 19, from 8:30 a.m. to noon in the Larrick Student Center, Court End Ballroom A. Breakfast will be provided. Registration closes at 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 16. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://ombudsperson.vcu.edu/events/national-conflict-resolution-day-2017/.

The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and the National Panhellenic Council at VCU announce ticket sales for the 32nd annual Fall Block Step Show have begun. Tickets can be purchased at the Altria Theater box office or by visiting the website below. Ticket prices are $18 or $15 for students. The show is general admission.

For more information, visit http://www.altriatheater.com/events.

VCU Rec Sports Aquatics offers adult swim lessons that allow beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmers to build on their skills. To participate at either the MCV Campus Aquatic Center or the Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center's swim lessons, register by Sunday, Oct. 22. Classes are $40 for students, $50 for members and $90 for non-members.

For more information, visit http://www.recsports.vcu.edu/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons/adult-swim-lessons/.

Who: Volunteers needed who are 18+ years of age and identify as White What: Participate in an online survey about racial identity, emotion, and behavioral motivation. SONA credit available.

For more information, visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=9R8NNA9ALN.