12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Center on Health Disparities hosts a group viewing of "Citizen Science: A Novel and Emerging Method to Knowledge Generation" at the Theatre Row Building, 730 E. Broad St., Fourth Floor Conference Room. The viewing is free and open to all interested. This webinar is sponsored by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) of Wake Forest University.

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

12 p.m.

The Well presents "Freak Out Factor," and interactive workshop with games and prizes, in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Students who are getting "freaked out" about the end of the semester are encouraged to attend to get some tips on how to make it through these last few weeks. Open to all VCU students. To RSVP, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmV00iyEKJozHmTolNMeM831tMYNCiwaHFsFcabb-0ySnBgw/viewform.

12 p.m.

VCU Career Services presents "Careers in the Commons" with the U.S. Army Reserve in the University Student Commons. Students are invited to learn about impactful, part-time employment opportunities.

3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU Career Services and the Department of Psychology present the Psychology Alumni Career Panel in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Psychology degrees are some of the most versatile because they offer a wide range of skills that employers seek. A panel of VCU psychology alumni will share the diverse ways they have used their degree to find rewarding careers. Attendees will learn how to build an action plan to explore options and network to the perfect job.

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

6:30 p.m.

The Religious Studies Society presents "Queerness and Religion" at 14 N. Laurel St., Powell-Edwards Lounge. Attendees will enjoy a discussion with EJ Urban, an honors religious studies and economics double major who lives in the Lavender House, as she explains how queerness fits into religion.

7 p.m.

The Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement hosts a free screening of "The Pursuit of Happyness" in the University Student Commons Theater during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.

For more information, visit https://vcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/1651286.

Monday, Nov. 13, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU Alumni presents Class Giving Week from Nov. 13-15. Students can stop by the University Student Commons from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or the Cary Street Gym from 4-6 p.m. to learn how to commemorate the Class of 2017 and give students following in their footsteps the best chance of success.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

University Student Health Services offers a free flu vaccine to students on Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Cabell Library, Third Floor, Room 311; and on Friday, Nov. 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Larrick Student Center, Court End Ballroom A. #NoFluVCU

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017 at noon

VCU Career Services presents "Careers in the Commons" with District of Columbia Public Schools in the University Student Commons. District of Columbia Public School's vision is that every student feels loved, challenged and prepared to positively influence society and thrive in life. Their mission is to ensure that every school guarantees students reach their full potential through riotous and joyful learning experiences provided in a nurturing environment.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Libraries hosts "Wednesdays in the Workshop," an open house designed to help attendees explore new equipment, techniques, softwares or experiences every Wednesday in Cabell Library, Lower Level. This week's topic will be best practices in designing research posters - how to make posters eye-catching, legible and far from dull.

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

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 at 3 p.m.

The Alexandrian Society hosts its annual fall lecture, "Race in America: Past, Present and Future," presented by Christina Greer, Ph.D., Fordham University, in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Free and open to the public.

For more information, visit https://history.vcu.edu/undergraduate-program/student-organizations/alexandrian-society/.

Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Public Administration Student Association at VCU presents "Insights: Virginia Election" at Virginia Union University, L. Douglas Wilder Library, 1500 N. Lombardy St. The event, co-sponsored with the Central Virginia Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration, will feature political expert Bob Holsworth, Ph.D., with analysis of the outcome and impact of the Nov. 7 election in Virginia.

Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The Department of English and VCU Libraries present Jade Chang, winner of the 2017 VCU Cabell First Novelist Award for "The Wangs vs. the World," reading from her book in Cabell Library, Lecture Hall, Room 303. Chang will be joined by her agent and editor to discuss the evolution of the book from original idea, to first draft, to published work. A public reception, book sale and signing will follow. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. To register, visit the website below.

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

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.

Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017 at 1 p.m.

Medical Student Athletic Club invites the VCU community to participate in the third annual "Turkey Bowl" at the Cary Street Field. The co-ed event will be sponsored by Chick-fil-A and will feature prizes for the winning team and T-shirts for participants. Players are encouraged to bring a canned good as a donation to a local food drive. To sign up, use the contact information below. Each team must have five to eight players.

December Commencement exercises take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. Students participating in the ceremony must wear caps, gowns and hoods. Academic regalia is available for purchase at the Barnes & Noble @ VCU beginning Tuesday, Oct. 10, on the Monroe Park and MCV campuses. Those unable to visit a campus store may order online at vcu.shopoakhalli.com beginning Thursday, Oct. 12. The last day to order online is Sunday, Nov. 26. Caps and gowns will not be available for purchase at the Commencement ceremony.

For more information, visit http://www.commencement.vcu.edu.

VCU Recreational Sports offers a new massage therapy program. Massage Services will provide a variety of massages based off of the therapists' specialties. Student organizations and departments can request mobile chair massages for a fee.

For more information, visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/wellness/massage-services/.

This Thanksgiving, the Student Government Association encourages the VCU community to celebrate the season by donating non-perishable food items to the inaugural partnership between the City of Richmond and the VCU SGA, "Ramsgiving." "Ramsgiving" is a two-week, campus-wide donation drive from Nov. 6-20. Beneficiaries of the collected non-perishable food items are RamPantry, FeedMore of Richmond and local community public housing.

Like many medical campuses across the country, VCU Health now has an orchestra for all VCU Health team members, medical students and pre-med field students. The orchestra is seeking additional experienced musicians who are excited about practicing and performing together. The Chamber Orchestra including strings, winds, brass, and conductor Rondy Lazaro, will meet Wednesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. on the second floor of the Main Hospital Cafeteria.

For those needing a ride back home for Thanksgiving break, RamAway provides free transportation for faculty, staff and students during designated holidays and semester breaks to and/or from the Richmond International Airport, Greyhound Bus Station and Amtrak at Main Street Station and Staples Mill Road. RamAway is currently accepting reservations until Friday, Nov. 17, for rides through Sunday, Nov. 26. To reserve a ride, visit go.vcu.edu/ramaway

For more information, visit http://go.vcu.edu/ramaway.

Are you a woman in menopause experiencing anxiety? Would you like to talk about your experiences? Researchers at the VCU School of Nursing are interested in learning more about women’s health in menopause. Participation in this qualitative study would involve a face to face interview (approximately 1 hour) to discuss your personal experience with anxiety in menopause. The interview will be audio recorded and will take place at a location convenient to you. You will receive a gift card to a local business for participation in the study. For more information, please contact Ellie Bremer, MSN, RN, FNP-C, at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing, bremeres@vcu.edu. VCU IRB APPROVAL NO: HM20010855.