12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence hosts a seminar on preparing a teaching portfolio for tenure and annual review in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 4100. This session will help attendees identify resources, approaches and strategies for building a teaching portfolio that captures their unique contributions to students and the fields in which they work.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/forms/YBesA50QUA2nPcyd2.

12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The Humanities Research Center hosts a writing workshop, "Why Podcasting? Podcasts and the Future of Storytelling," in Valentine House, Seminar Room. Guest will include Liz Covart, digital projects editor, Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture, and Chioke I’Anson, underwriting voice of NPR, co-creator and host of the new NPR Story Lab podcast. Admission is free and all faculty and graduate students are welcome.

For more information, visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/humanities-research-center-events/workshops/.

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The University Student Commons and the Peace Corps hosts an information session in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room, about environmental volunteer opportunities in the Peace Corps. Attendees will learn about volunteer experiences, ask questions about service and gain tips to guide them through the application process.

For more information, visit http://peacecorps.gov.

4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Humanities Research Center presents "The Ben Franklin's World Project: Podcasting and the Future of Digital History" in Cabell Library, Multipurpose Room 250, as part of its spring 2018 speaker series. Liz Covart, digital projects editor, Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture, and host of the award-winning Ben Franklin's World History podcast, will begin her lecture at 4 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/spring-2018-speaker-series-liz-covart/.

5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Health Sciences Club at VCU hosts a Community Art Therapy workshop at The Depot. The workshop will be guided by Leila Saadeh, certified art therapist, and is conducted in partnership with Daily Planet Health Services. Attendees can relax while working on a guided art project, learning first-hand about the power of art therapy in mental health care.

For more information, visit https://vcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/1836891.

6 p.m.

VCU Women's Basketball hosts St. Louis in their final home game of the 2017-18 regular season in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. The first 200 fans in attendance will receive a VCU pink T-shirt.

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

7 p.m.

Chili's at VCU hosts the official Men's Basketball watch party as they take on the University of Massachusetts (UMass). Fans can catch the HAVOC live on each of Chilis' nine TVs and take advantage of specials including the $5 game-day burger. Attendees are encouraged to wear VCU gear for free giveaways and prizes. Limited free parking will be available to Chili's customers across the street in the JL Lot. Follow VCUDine on Facebook for details.

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

7 p.m.

VCU Music presents the Symphonic Wind Ensemble conducted by Dr. Terry Austin on Wednesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. in the W.E. Singleton Center's Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Tickets: $10 General Admission, free for VCU students with ID.

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

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

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs presents Men of Color Discussion Groups in the University Student Commons, OMSA Office, Suite 215. Attendees will discuss current events, gather perspectives and make friends. Dates for future discussion sessions are Thursdays, March 15; March 29; April 12; and April 26.

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

The Center on Health Disparities invites the VCU community to lunch and to learn about conflict of interest (COI) concerns for communities, research integrity and you in the Larrick Student Center, Jackson Ward Conference Room. Topics of research fraud and the impact of reproducibility will be discussed with the help of crazy-but-true stories. Lunch will be provided. R.S.V.P.s are appreciated by emailing the contact below.

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

Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs sponsor a tour with Untold RVA, a homegrown, black woman-owned, urban exploration tour company that seeks to inspire people who come to Richmond in search of an alternative view of the bygone era. This unique experience allows participants to choose their own adventure along an exclusive network of Untold RVA's pod marker history recordings and street art installations. A personal Gatekeeper tour guide will reveal fascinating Self Determination stories that have been deliberately submerged by mainstream history, such as the existence of underground resistance movements. Check-in begins at 9 a.m. at the University Student Commons Information Desk. The tour will depart from the Commons at 9:30 a.m. To attend a tour, visit the website below. To register a group, use the contact information below.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/forms/BxreZU5WgMw7ixn73.

Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 at 7 p.m.

The VCU undergraduate journals of literature and art Amendment and Pwatem have teamed up to host an evening of literature readings and art-making at The Anderson Gallery. This event will feature writers reading their original short stories and poems while fine and performing artists make work inspired by the pieces. The event is free and open to the public, and will have free food, drinks and copies of the journals.

For more information, visit http://amendmentvcu.com and poictesme.com.

Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018 at 7 p.m.

Bangladeshi Student Organization at VCU hosts their first banquet of the semester in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. Come learn about the Bangladeshi culture. Food will be provided.

Friday, Mar. 16, 2018 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Office of Faculty Affairs for "Secrets to Productivity for Early Career Faculty Members" in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 4100. This workshop, facilitated by Scott Gronert, Ph.D., associate dean of research, College of Humanities and Sciences and professor, Department of Chemistry, is open to all faculty members. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited. RSVP at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://provost.vcu.edu/engage/calendar/march-16-workshop.html.

Wednesday, Mar. 28, 2018 at 7 p.m.

Student Government Association holds a roundtable in the University Student Commons, Rams Lounge, located on the lower level. Attendees can ask questions and express student concerns to the directors of Financial Aid, Residential Life and Housing, Campus Services, Parking and Transportation and the Chief of the VCU Police Department. Dinner and giveaways will be provided.

The Quest Commercialization Fund is designed to foster the growth of VCU's culture of innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. The application for the Spring 2018 round of the Quest Commercialization Fund is now open to faculty and staff and will close at noon on Wednesday, March 21. The application and additional information about the Commercialization Fund can be found by visiting the website below.

For more information, visit https://quest.vcu.edu/quest-innovation-fund/commercialization-fund/.

The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program hosts free weekly clinics. Road bike rides occur every Wednesday from Jan. 24 to April 25, and allow members to explore the Richmond area by bike. Helmets and bikes are supplied. Group hikes occur every Thursday from Jan. 25 to April 26, and take members from the VCU campus on various trails, some of which in the James River Park System. Registration is ongoing through the semester.

For more information, visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure-program/trips-clinics--more/.

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.

VCU Parking and Transportation hosts two focus groups dedicated towards improving VCU's carpool program. The Monroe Park Campus focus group will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 9-10:30 a.m. The MCV Campus focus group will take place on Thursday, March 1, from 3-4:30 p.m. If interested in participating, use the contact information below.

The Student Government Association seeks volunteers for the 11th annual Wellness Block Party on Saturday, March 24, from 1-4 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, 1000 Mosby St. During the fair, health screenings will be performed and there will be fun activities for the community to raise awareness of healthy choices and provide health education.

For more information, visit https://healthfair.vcu.edu/get-involved/.

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For more information, visit http://www.reachtrialrva.com.