10 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Join the VCU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) on The Compass to pledge to take a stand against sexual assault on campus. #ItsOnUsVCU

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The VCU Commons and Peace Corps host a Peace Corps Information Session in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room. Learn about volunteer experiences, ask questions about service and gain tips to guide you through the application process.

5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Off Campus Student Services hosts a roommate mixer for those seeking potential roommates in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. Those unable to attend can check the roommate feature at the URL below.

For more information, visit http://offcampus.usca.vcu.edu.

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

VCU Music's Brass Area presents a Chamber Brass Ensemble Concert in the James W. Black Music Center's Recital Hall. Free admission.

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

8 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Music presents a faculty recital by Colleen Potter Thorburn, harp, in the W.E. Singleton Center's Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Free admission.

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

8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

VCU Police and Richmond Police Department officers host "Coffee With a Cop" at Greenbriar Cafe & Coffeehouse, 1211 W. Main St. This is an opportunity for members of the VCU community with questions, comments or concerns about safety, on or off campus, to ask questions or present ideas for collaboration on safety initiatives or community outreach projects. Coffee and, yes, donuts will be provided.

Monday, Apr. 2, 2018 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Graphic Design Department's junior project class group presents the Love Myself Project in the Compass, April 2-5. The VCU community can participate in a collaborative art piece while also learning about ways to accept and love yourself. All week there will be giveaways along with opportunities to make your physical mark on an art piece which will later be displayed in the Pollak Building.

Thursday, Apr. 5, 2018 at noon

The VCU Catholic Graduate Student Organization presents luncheon speaker Michael Bradley, MD, for "Catholic Medical Ethics Made Easy...as if such a thing were possible!" in the James W. and Frances G. McGlothlin Medical Education Center, Room 6-101. This event will provide an introduction to some basic principles and concepts to help guide the Christian medical professional in a challenging medical landscape. Bradley, an assistant professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, is a member of St. Benedict Church, serves as an RCIA catechist, KOC Council and the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre.

Thursday, Apr. 5, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Off Campus Student Services presents a budget workshop in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room. Participants are asked to bring a laptop to the event.

Thursday, Apr. 5, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The Center for Cultural Experiences is hosting the Battle of the Rams in the University Student Commons, Rams Lounge. It will be a 4 part competition consisting of Heads Up, Jenga with a Twist, Beer Goggles Challenge and Taboo. The Theme of the night is "sexual health." There will be prizes for first and second place teams. Food will be provided.

Thursday, Apr. 5, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Muevelo at VCU is hosting a Salsa and Bachata workshop in West Grace Street Student Housing - South, Room 1004A (835 W. Grace St.). Participants will learning how to dance Salsa, Bachata and social dancing techniques. No experience needed and all levels are welcomed.

Thursday, Apr. 5, 2018 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The Muslim Students Association invites the VCU community to "Key Women in Islam" at Trani Center for Life Sciences, Room 250. The lecture led by Dr. Samaneh Oladi Ghadikolaei will address significant Muslim women who have made great contributions to society. Refreshments will be provided.

For more information, visit http://www.vcumsa.org/.

Friday, Apr. 6, 2018 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Center on Health Disparities invites the VCU community to lunch and learn about health insurance and safety nets through the process and outcomes of affordable health care services administered by the Virginia Coordinated Care Program in the Larrick Student Center, Jackson Ward Conference Room. Lunch will be provided. RSVPs are appreciated by emailing the contact below.

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

Friday, Apr. 6, 2018 from noon to 2 p.m.

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs hosts the First Fridays Asian And Pacific Islander event featuring music, dancing, and networking in the University Student Commons, Rams Lounge.

Friday, Apr. 6, 2018 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Honors College invites current VCU students to attend an information session in the Honors College Multipurpose Room 1303, 701 W. Grace St., to learn about the benefits of joining the Honors College and how to apply. Attendance at an information session is required in order to apply.

Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU's Intercultural Festival will take place at the Compass, Linden Street, Floyd Avenue and the Harris Hall lawn. This year's theme is "Around the World in One Festival." The event will includ food, cultural performances, free crafts, games, local vendors, prizes and more.

Sunday, Apr. 8, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Photography Club at VCU presents an "Embrace Your Genes/Jeans" Diversity Photo Shoot at the Interdisciplinary Studio of the Depot, 814 W. Broad St. Experienced student photographers will capture and offer free images of VCU's diverse population. All students are invited to wear a plain t-shirt and jeans to showcase their diversity in skin, hair, height and more. Photographers are also need to shoot, and could win Qdoba and Starbucks gift cards.

Sunday, Apr. 8, 2018 at 6 p.m.

Tiranga Indian Nationals at VCU invites the VCU community to the Spring Social 2018 at the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms A-B. This event is a mix of social and cultural with Indian-themed music performances, exciting games, raffle prizes and dinner.

Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Beginning August 31, VCU Libraries will no longer support the RefWorks platform. Join VCU Libraries online for this popular and timely webinar that provides a brief overview of other citation management options such as Mendeley and EndNote. Registration is required at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/3914449.

Wednesday, Apr. 11, 2018 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The Innovative Media team teaches "Podcasting I: Planning and Production," in Cabell Library's The Workshop, lower level. This session covers everything you need to know to plan and begin producing a well-rounded audio broadcast. First of two sessions; next session April 18 covers editing and sharing.

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

Wednesday, Apr. 11, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Libraries presents Jonathan D. Sarna, Ph.D., Joseph H. & Belle R. Braun professor of American Jewish history and chair of the Hornstein Jewish Professional Leadership Program at Brandeis University, lecturing on his book, "Lincoln and the Jews: A History" in the James Branch Cabell Library Lecture Hall, Room 303. The book details a new aspect of Lincoln's remarkable leadership, his relationship with American Jews that impacted both his path to the presidency and his policy decisions as president. A public reception will follow. Register at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2017-18/brown-lyons-lecture-2018.html.

Thursday, Apr. 12, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The Asian and Pacific Student Alliance hosts the second annual cultural showcase in the University Student Commons, Rams Lounge. There will be a number of dance performances, vendors and cultural stations.

Wednesday, Apr. 18, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU Human Resources and Recreational Sports present the VCU RamStrong Health and Wellbeing Fair at the Cary Street Gym. Participating vendors include Active Health, Anthem and Aetna Employee Assistance Programs, Capital Square Healthcare, Virginia Credit Union and other VCU health and wellness partners. Gym membership not required.

Wednesday, Apr. 18, 2018 at 8 a.m.

VCU COBE holds its annual town hall focused on the etiology, prevention, treatment and recovery of alcohol and substance use disorders from April 18-19, at Cabell Library. Attendees will learn from renowned speakers from across the country and interact with other attendees from all backgrounds. Open to students, faculty, staff, advocates and community members. To register, visit the website below. For details, visit http://cobe.vcu.edu/programs/cobe-town-hall/

For more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-research-to-recovery-a-town-hall-meeting-2018-tickets-41306015404.

Friday, Apr. 20, 2018 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

VCU Alumni's African-American Alumni Council hosts alumnus Ronald J. Peters, Ph.D., author of “Crossing Farmers Boulevard – A journey to Oneness in a Polarizing World lectures,” addresses “The Effects of the Eugenics Movement on African-American Mental and Physical Health: How to Break the Chains of Systemic Pathology” in Academic Learning Commons, Room 1102. Register for this event and other AAAC reunion weekend activities at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://www.vcualumni.org/Events/Reunion/AAAC-Reunion/.

Wednesday, May 2, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

The Mary and Frances Youth Center hosts an in-person orientation session about the Safety and Protection of Minors Policy at the Mary and Frances Youth Center. This orientation is designed to provide guidance on implementing the policy and an opportunity to ask questions. Register at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://mfyc.vcu.edu/youth-on-campus/.

Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are now on sale for the annual juried VCUarts Fashion Show, Runway 2018: Momentum, at the Main Street Station Train Shed, 1500 E. Main St. The show features garments designed and sewn by fashion design students from VCU and VCU Qatar. For tickets, visit the URL below.

For more information, visit https://www.showclix.com/event/runway2018.

Friday, May 18, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Come show your Ram pride as the Washington Nationals host VCU at the ballpark, 1500 S. Capitol St. SE, Washington, D.C. Join VCU alumni, students, parents, faculty and fans to support the Nationals as they take on the Los Angeles Dodgers. The first 1,500 fans who purchase a ticket to VCU Day at Nats Park, receive a limited-edition New Era Washington Nationals and VCU co-branded hat. Tickets cost $41. Purchase your tickets online at www.nationals.com/VCU.

VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program will offer Basic Bike Maintenance Clinics on April 10 and April 23 at the Outing Rental Center's bike shop, 130 S. Linden St., to demonstrate how to clean, lube and adjust your bike to keep it in good condition, helping you avoid costly repairs down the road. Bringing a bike is not required.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=b8eafc86-53b3-443d-9dc8-b92ee60ef620&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

The Institute for Contemporary Art Student Engagement Committee acts as a conduit between the ICA and VCU’s diverse student body. The committee is comprised of 12-15 undergraduate and graduate students from multiple disciplines, majors, years, and backgrounds. Applicants can fill out the form at the URL below; deadline is April 15.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/forms/5iTrKm8LjTnNSCLE3.