11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU LEAD hosts a blood drive with the American Red Cross at Grace and Broad Residence Center. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged. To schedule an appointment, visit the website below.

For more information, visit http://redcrossblood.org.

3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Department of Medicinal Chemistry presents "CPP-115 and Related Analogues: Novel GABA and Ornithine Aminotransferase Inactivators and Potential New Treatments for Epilepsy, Addiction, and Hepatocellular Carcinoma" as part of its spring seminar series in BioTech One, Founders Conference Room. The seminar will feature Richard B. Silverman, Patrick G. Ryan/Aon Professor, Department of Chemistry, Northwestern University; J. Doyle Smith/Larry Winter Seminar Series, Joint MedChem and Chemistry.

Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 at 8 p.m.

VCU Music presents The Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. The Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet astonishes audiences worldwide with their range of expression, tonal spectrum and conceptual unity. Many listeners and critics agree that the ensemble has succeeded in virtually redefining the sound of the classic wind quintet. Tickets are $35 general admission; $32 seniors (60+), VCU employees and alumni; and $25 children.

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

Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The HEMA Club at VCU holds its second annual national Historical European Martial Arts tournament in the Larrick Student Center, MCV Campus Recreation Center. Saturday will be a national Nordic league long sword tournament; winners will be eligible to compete in swordfish, the "Olympics of HEMA." Sunday will be the rookie tournament for new fighters from all over the East coast. Attendees will see historically accurate sword-fighting and listen to lectures on relevant historical topics. There will be no fee for spectators.

Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018 at 5 p.m.

The Black Awakening Choir at VCU presents its Black History Month Concert at 31st Street Baptist Church, 823 N. 31st St. Admission is free.

Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 from noon to 12:50 p.m.

VCU Biostatistics sponsors a seminar talk by Hongjian Zhu, Ph.D., School of Public Health, University of Texas, "Sequential Monitoring of Covariate-Adaptive Randomized Clinical Trials" in One Capitol Square, Third Floor, Room 305.

Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The Activities Programming Board invites the VCU community to a Trap N Paint event with a DJ, instructor, canvases and paint (provided by Trap N Paint) in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballroom B. Registration opens on Friday, Feb. 16, around 7 p.m. and is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The Intercultural Festival presents "Wonders of West Africa" in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. Attendees will enjoy food, performances and prizes.

Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

VCU Music presents a Faculty Showcase concert in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. The concert will feature faculty members Magda Adamek, piano; Justin Alexander, marimba; Tabatha Easley, flute; Erin Freeman, soprano; Susanna Klein, violin; Antonio García, trombone; Rex Richardson, trumpet; Patrick Smith, horn; Charles Staples, piano; Tiffany Valvo, clarinet; and Sonia Vlahcevic, piano. Admission is free.

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

Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research along with Massey Cancer Center present "The Role of the Investigational Drug Service (IDS) in the Management of Investigational Drugs" in Critical Care Hospital, First Floor, Room 304. Participants will 1.) understand the basic components of managing the accountability of investigational drugs; 2.) understand the regulatory framework that governs the management of investigational drugs; 3.) understand the role of the IDS in the management of investigational drugs.

Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018 from noon to 1 p.m.

Rams in Recovery (The Well) and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs present "The Color of Recovery," featuring African American members of the recovery community at VCU in the University Student Commons, OMSA Office, Room 215. Attendees will hear perspectives on addressing stigma, holding multiple identities, the pain of addiction, and the joy and hope in recovery. Pizza and Recovery Roast Coffee will be served.

For more information, visit http://thewell.vcu.edu/recovery-support/.

Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The VCU da Vinci Center presents the Abstract Athlete Symposium at the Bon Secours Redskins Training Facility, 2401 W. Leigh St. Vernon Davis, NFL, and others will discuss the benefits of arts in athletics with a special focus on the effects of creating art on mental and physical health. Speakers include Jarred Guest, VCU; EJ Manuel, NFL; Percy King, NFL; David Cifu, M.D., VCU; Alicia Dietz, U.S. Army; Joe Olney, U.S. Army. Tickets are free for students. To get tickets, visit the website below.

For more information, visit http://bit.ly/TAASymposium.

No. The posted hiring range for University and Academic Professional positions is only applicable to offers made for University and Academic Professional positions. If an employee chooses to remain Classified, their salary offer must adhere to state policy and would be limited to no more than 15% above their current salary.

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

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs is accepting committee members to serve on the Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (April) Committee. The purpose of the committee is to involve both faculty, staff and students in the planning process for the programs to ensure that OMSA as an office are being inclusive and representing those who identify with the population. Events include discussions, movie screenings, guest speakers and educational forums. All identities are welcomed.

The Mary and Frances Youth Center's Discovery program is accepting class proposals for summer 2018 through Monday, Feb. 19. Discovery offers week-long career exploration classes focused on STEM, arts and health sciences for middle school youth from July 30 to Aug. 17. Faculty, staff and students are invited to apply and become instructors. Discovery also has internship opportunities available.

For more information, visit https://mfyc.vcu.edu/summer-programs/discovery/teach-a-class/.

The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program offers spring break trip to Utah. Participants will explore canyons, hike in the desert, camp under the stars and look for ancient rock art. The adventure starts and ends in Las Vegas, Nevada; you get yourself there and VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program will take care of the rest. Price will be $495 for students and $595 for faculty/staff/members and includes food, transportation, permits, entry fees, and equipment, but DOES NOT cover airfare to or from the start.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=7226e5d7-720e-424b-85e5-4d7070fadbd5&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.