12 p.m. to 308 hibbs

The Department of English sponsors its Faculty Forum in Hibbs Hall, Room 308. The term cyberlibertarianism was developed by scholars to mark the ways right-wing political and social assumptions infiltrate the digital world. Cyberlibertarian foundations structure public and academic debates around issues such as surveillance, open source, open access, bitcoin, blockchain, "internet freedom," "net neutrality," online anonymity, and encryption, via canned revisionist accounts of history that advance the project of universal computerization.

For more information, visit https://english.vcu.edu/about/english-faculty-forum/.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The Forensic Science Department welcomes guest speaker Mike McCormick, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, as part of its fall seminar series in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 2201. McCormick will discuss "Trade, Forensics and WMD: The Trilogy of CBP Laboratories and Scientific Services." Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit https://forensicscience.vcu.edu/media/forensic-science/undergraduate/images/FRSC570Fall17Syllabus.pdf.

4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Science, Technology and Society presents "Frankenstein Dissected: A Panel Discussion on Artificial Life - Past, Present and Future" as part of its fall lecture series, "Science Fact, Science Fiction," in Cabell Library, Lecture Hall, Room 303. The event will feature IIsiah Lavender III, Louisiana State University, Youngmoo Kim, Drexel University, and Jennifer Rhee, VCU. Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit https://sts.vcu.edu/current-lecture-series/fall-lectures/frankenstein-dissected/#d.en.254145.

5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU Career Services, the Center on Health Disparities Research and VABIO present "Networking with VABIO" in the Biotech One Atrium. Networking in consistently rated as one the most challenging parts of professional development. Attendees will have the opportunity to polish their networking skills with VABIO, the state's largest life sciences membership association with more than 200 member organizations. All graduate students, postdocs, faculty and alumni are welcome.

For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/NetworkVABIO.

7:30 p.m.

In celebration of International Education Week, the Global Education Office presents "Rabbit-Proof Fence," the last in a three-part film series, in the University Student Commons Theater. Based on a true story, this film follows the journey of three young Aboriginal "half-caste" girls who were forcibly removed from their families by Australian government officials in 1931 to be trained for positions of servitude. The screening will be followed by discussion.

For more information, visit https://global.vcu.edu/iew/.

Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Global Education Office hosts the Study Abroad Coffee Bar in Rodney's Cafe. Students interested in studying abroad during winter, spring and summer 2018 are encouraged to attend. Attendees can register to win one of ten $500 study abroad awards. This event is part of VCU's celebration of International Education Week, which recognizes the benefits of international education and exchanges worldwide.

For more information, visit https://global.vcu.edu/abroad/students/fair/#coffeebar.

Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU Alumni presents a pop-up shop at the University Student Commons, Concession Stand. Participants will have an opportunity to purchase vintage VCU Alumni articles of clothing and accessories just in time for the holidays. Items will be as low as $1.

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

Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The Department of Family Medicine and Population Health, University College Common Book Program and the American Medical Student Association at the School of Medicine present a panel presentation and discussion on "The Opioid Epidemic in Virginia: Treatment and Recovery Perspectives" in the Kontos Medical Sciences Building Auditorium.

Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Department of Biostatistics holds a seminar, "Tools for Epigenome Analysis of Genomic Regions and Data-Intensive Project Management," featuring Nathan Sheffield, Ph.D., Center for Public Health Genomics, University of Virginia, in One Capitol Square, Third Floor, Room 305.

Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 from noon to 6 p.m.

VCU LEAD hosts a blood drive with the American Red Cross at the 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.

Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 from noon to 9 p.m.

Black Art Student Empowerment at VCU presents its third annual showcase, "Reclaiming Our Time: Roots of Me," at The Depot. The gallery will begin at noon, followed by performances at 7 p.m. Attendees will enjoy a night filled with artwork and performances by both VCU students and artists within the Richmond community.

Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

United2Heal at VCU seeks volunteers to help sort medical supplies to donate to areas in need. The warehouse is located at 2601 Maury St., Unit #31. Rides will be provided if needed at the Commons loops at 2:50 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 at 4 p.m.

VCU Basketball hosts University of Virginia in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center.

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

Monday, Nov. 20, 2017 at 8 p.m.

VCU Music presents a Horn Studio Recital in the James W. Black Music Center, Recital Hall. Admission is free.

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

Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU Libraries holds a workshop at Cabell Library for instructors who are concerned about the impact of high textbook costs on students. Attendees will explore possible alternatives during this one-hour workshop. Apply to receive a professional development stipend.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2017-18/open-textbook-workshops-2017-18.html.

Friday, Dec. 1, 2017 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Equality VCU invites faculty and staff to raise a glass at its wine and cheese reception in Cabell Library, Third Floor Lecture Hall. Attendees can mingle with colleagues while learning more about Equality VCU and to get involved and make everyone feel welcome at VCU. To RSVP, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/forms/D24HhzrzkuoEY2iv2.

The 2018 VCU payday and holiday calendar is available at hr.vcu.edu/paydays-and-holidays/. As a reminder, the 2017-18 winter break runs from Thursday, Dec. 21 through Tuesday, Jan. 2.

For more information, visit https://hr.vcu.edu/paydays-and-holidays/.

On Wednesday, Nov. 22, the Campus Connector will operate from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. From Nov. 23-25, the Connector will not be in operation. It will resume its normal service schedule on Sunday, Nov. 26. The A Lot, I Lot, M Lot and R Lot routes will not be serviced on Thursday, Nov. 23 or Friday, Nov. 24. Normal service to these lots will resume on Monday, Nov. 27. A Lot, I Lot, M Lot, R Lot, W Deck and K Deck employee subscribers will be permitted to park in the N Deck or 8th Street Deck on Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24.

For more information, visit https://parking.vcu.edu/news-and-alerts.