10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Alexandrian Society hosts a Krispy Kreme sale in the University Student Commons to raise funds for future student-organized lectures and symposiums. Venmo and credit cards will be accepted.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Tompkins-McCaw Libray for the Health Sciences, the Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and the VCU Postdoctoral Association present "Implementing Effective Assessments of Student Learning in Scientific Teaching" with Stacey Wahl, Ph.D., and Molly Hyer, Ph.D., in Tompkins-McCaw Library, Room 2-010. This talk will cover how to conduct formative and summative assessments in large and small lecture formats to assess how well students are understanding the course material. To register for this free workshop, visit the website below.

For more information, visit http://rampages.us/howtotalks.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU Homecoming presents "Splash of Spirit" in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms. Attendees will learn more about Rowdy Rams, the official Student Support Organization of VCU Athletics, enjoy a performance by the Gold Rush Dance Team and take a photo with Rodney the Ram.

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

2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Statistical Sciences and Operations Research holds a seminar featuring Dennis Lin, Ph.D., Penn State University, discussing the "Design of Order-of-Addition Experiments" in Harris Hall, Room 4119. Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/humanities-and-sciences/wp-content/uploads/sites/4656/2017/10/Dennis-Lin-Seminar.pdf.

4:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The School of World Studies holds a panel discussion, "Assessing the Impact of the Bolshevik Revolution 100 Years Later," featuring speakers George Munro, Department of History; Judy Twigg, Political Science; and moderator Natalia Boykova, School of World Studies, in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 1104. Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/humanities-and-sciences/wp-content/uploads/sites/4656/2017/10/2017.11.06_Bolshevik-Revolution.pdf.

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

The Common Book Program welcomes Sam Quinones, author of "Dreamland," to speak at the W. E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts about the opiate/opioid epidemic in the United States. This event is free and open to the public; first come, first seated. Doors open at 5 p.m. for this 6 p.m. event. Copies of "Dreamland" are available for check-out at the VCU Libraries and for sale at Barnes & Noble @ VCU and at the Sam Quinones event.

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

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Homecoming, Activities Programming Board and VCU Athletics sponsor "Ram Rally," a pep rally featuring games and activities, in the University Student Commons.

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

8 p.m.

The brass players of VCU Music present a chamber brass ensemble concert in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. This concert is free and open to the public.

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

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Homecoming presents "Proud to be ME" in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms. Participants will write words of encouragement and celebrate the pride of ourselves and of the university.

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

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017 at noon

The College of Behavioral and Emotional Health Institute (COBE) presents Patricia Kinser, Ph.D., Jo Robins, Ph.D., and Chris Reina, Ph.D., discussing "Contemplative Science Research at VCU: Highlights from Three Faculty Members' Recent Studies" at the November COBE Connect lunch in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Students, faculty and staff are welcome. Lunch will be provided.

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

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

The VCU Community Health Education Center hosts "Holiday Stress Relief" at the center, VCU Medical Center, Gateway Building, Ground Floor. Sandra Barker, Ph.D., director, VCU Center for Human-Animal Interaction, will present tips to minimize stress during the holidays. Therapy dogs will be joining her. Light refreshments will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, use the contact information below.

For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/chec/.

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017 at 8:30 p.m.

VCU Homecoming presents "Gym Jam," a night filled with hip hop cardio dance moves, at the Cary Street Gym. The first 50 people will receive a T-shirt and water bottle. Attendees will meet at the indoor soccer field on the second floor.

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

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Integrity and Compliance Office hosts an Ethics and Compliance Open House at Cabell Library. Attendees will grab a free lunch, network with colleagues and learn about what the compliance network at VCU has to offer. Four-legged furry friends will also be on-site to help attendees de-stress and enjoy the softer side of compliance.

For more information, visit http://go.vcu.edu/compliance-week.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Graduate and Professional Student Programming Board (GSPB) and the Activities Programming Board (APB) invite the VCU community to enjoy lunch to celebrate the 15th anniversary of homecoming at the Hunton Student Center. Space is limited and is first-come, first-served. For details, use the email address below with the subject "luncheon."

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Homecoming presents "Donut Forget, it's Homecoming" in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms. Attendees will enjoy sweet treats to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Homecoming.

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

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Institute for Structural Biology, Drug Discovery and Development presents "Insights into the Control of TRPV2 Channel Activity in Microglia and Peripheral Leukocytes by ROS and Cannabinoid Ligands" in BioTech One, Robert Ball Conference Room. Ian S. Ramsey, Ph.D., assistant professor, Department of Physiology and Biophysics, will facilitate.

For more information, visit http://isb3d.pharmacy.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

The School of Education presents the third "Understanding and Impacting Poverty Discussion Series: Student-Facilitated Conversation on Poverty, Race and Privilege" in Oliver Hall, Room 4084B. Facilitated by a School of Education doctoral and master's student, attendees will have the opportunity to share, ask questions and discuss how poverty, race and privilege play a role in the field of education and beyond.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 at 2 p.m.

The Forensic Science Department welcomes guest speaker, Victoria Park, for a talk on "An Overview of High Throughput Processing" in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 2201. Admission is free and all are welcome.

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The Graduate and Professional Student Programming Board invites the VCU community to a night of school spirit, paint and refreshments at the Larrick Student Center. Wine & Design Richmond will guide participants through their own painting to take home. Space is limited. To RSVP, email the email address below with the subject "Paint Night."

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

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.

In celebration of the upcoming International Education Week, the Global Education Office presents "3 Idiots," the second in a three-part film series, in the University Student Commons Theater. In this film, two friends are searching for their missing college buddy who inspired them to think outside the box of the traditional Indian higher education system. The film will be followed by discussion.

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

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017 from 12:10 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU Libraries and University Student Commons and Activities invite the VCU community to bring lunch to a film screening and discussion of "Age of Champions" in the Hunton Student Center, TML Learning Center, Room 209. This documentary takes an inspiring look at competitors who triumph over the limitations of age and sprint, leap and swim for gold at the National Senior Olympics. Following the film screening, discussion will be facilitated by gerontology graduate student Annie Rhodes.

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017 at 2:30 p.m.

The Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation presents the next seminar in its "Because of You" seminar series in BioTech One, Founder's Room. Alphonse Berry Fowler, M.D., will discuss "Intravenous Vitamin C: Its Evolving Role in Human Sepsis and Lung Injury."

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Intercultural Festival presents the second annual "Flavors of the World" in the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms. Attendees will enjoy local favorites such as Gelati Celesti, Proper Pie Co., Coconut Grill, Spice of India and Chicken Fiesta.

Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017 at 8 p.m.

VCU Music invites the VCU community to hear the VCU Jazz Orchestra I, under the direction of Taylor Barnett, in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Music will include Cole Porter, Bill Holman, and several selections from the music of Radiohead. The band will also sightread live. Admission is $7 in advance; $10 at the door; and free with VCU student ID.

For more information, visit http://www.vcumusic.showclix.com.

Friday, Nov. 10, 2017 from noon to 1 p.m.

Application Services and Collaboration Services present an "Ask Doctor Gee" brown bag lunch workshop in Sanger Hall, Room B1-020. Audience participation is strongly encouraged, so attendees should bring lunch and questions. Dessert will be provided. All sessions are led by a certified Google Educator. To register, visit the website below.

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

Monday, Nov. 13, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.

The Wellness Resource Center and SAVES present "Trans Lives Matter" panel discussion in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons III-IV. The panel discussion will feature members of the Trans and Gender Non-Conforming communities, celebrating their lives and discussing issues that the communities face. For accommodations, use the contact information below.

Teaching and research faculty are invited to participate in VCU Commencement on Saturday, Dec. 9, at 10 a.m. in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. To confirm participation and reserve a seat, register by Monday, Dec. 4, at go.vcu.edu/faculty2017

For more information, visit http://go.vcu.edu/faculty2017.

VCU Rec Sports offers private and semi-private swim lessons year round. These lessons come in different packages from two, four or six hours, and can be used in increments of 15 minute time blocks. Registration is available online through the MyRecSports portal or in-person at the Cary Street Gym.

For more information, visit http://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/aquatics/swim-lessons/private--semi--private-swim-lessons/.

Human Resources offers free chair yoga classes for VCU faculty and staff. Spaces are still available. To register, visit the website below. These classes count toward the RamStrong Wellness Challenge.

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

The START-Play Research Program is comparing a new physical therapy to usual community care. START-Play targets motor skills and thinking. We assign your baby to START-Play or usual care group. Researchers will visit 5 times over 1 year and record your baby’s skills, toy play and parent-infant play. Eligibility: baby must be 7-16 months (adjusted for prematurity), have motor delays and can sit propped for 3+ seconds, but can’t get in/out of sitting.

For more information, visit http://start-play.unl.edu/parent.

A redline version and a clean version of the draft revised "Intellectual Property" policy are now open for university comment through Thursday, Nov. 9. The drafts can be found at https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment

For more information, visit https://policy.vcu.edu/policies-open-for-public-comment.

Do you self-identify as a woman of color? In this study, you will be asked questions related to your racial/ethnic identity, self-concept, experiences of insults, and sexual health. The survey will take approx. 30 to 60 minutes. You will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of four VISA Gift Card (if you qualify). Take the pre-screen survey to see if you qualify - https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_etX8Rw3VbprbEXz

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