12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Department of Health Administration hosts a free lunchtime informational webinar for its professional hybrid online program, the Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA). Attendees will learn about the MSHA program, admissions criteria and will have the opportunity to meet the new program director, Rachel F. Haga, as well as recent alumnus of the program, Ross Airington, director of health policy, Washington Strategic Consulting in Richmond.

For more information, visit https://sahp.vcu.edu/departments/ha/.

3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

January is Blood Donor Month. The Residence Hall Association presents its annual in-hall blood drive in the Brandt Community Room. To sign up, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://donateblood.vablood.org.

7 p.m.

Political Science, along with the Honors College and UNICEF, screens the documentary film "Bending the Arc" in the Academic Learning Commons, Room 1201. This is a new, award-winning film abut the origins of the non-governmental organization "Partners in Health," its founders Paul Farmer, Jim Yong Kim and Ophelia Dahl, and their quest to bring high-quality health care to the poorest and most remote parts of the world. Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/humanities-and-sciences/wp-content/uploads/sites/4656/2018/01/2018.01.09_PoliSci.pdf.

7:30 p.m.

The Society for Ecological Restoration at VCU presents a one-time screening of "Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time" in the University Student Commons Theater. This award-winning documentary about environmental pioneer, scientist and author, Aldo Leopold, is free and open to the public.

Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

alpha Kappa Delta Phi at VCU holds a violence awareness workshop in the University Student Commons, near the Commons Theater, in honor of a fallen sister who has passed away due to an act of violence after a New Years Party. Participants can fill out a heart that says "Hands are for ___, not violence." Information about raising violence awareness and where to get help will be provided.

Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018 at 6 p.m.

VCU Women's Basketball hosts St. Joseph's in the E.J. Wade Arena at the Stuart C. Siegel Center. Hot dogs will be $1.

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

Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018 at noon

Human Resources and the Virginia Credit Union invite employees to learn more about "Creating a Spending Plan" in Snead Hall, Room B2165. Participants will learn practical strategies for creating a spending plan and setting goals. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=16373.

Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, in collaboration with the Black Student Union, hosts the annual Black History Month kickoff event in the University Student Commons, Virginia Room B. This event will feature student performances from VCU's Black Awakening Choir, the African Student Union and organizations in the NPHC. The featured keynote speaker for Black History Month will be Shawn Utsey, Ph.D.

Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Human Resources holds two Great Place Expos for employees to learn more about VCU's Great Place: HR Redesign. The expos will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Larrick Student Center; and Monday, Feb. 12, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the University Student Commons. Attendees can talk with HR experts or attend one of several 30-minute breakout sessions. To see a schedule of the breakout sessions, visit the website below.

For more information, visit http://greatplace.vcu.edu/enrollment-and-events/.

Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018 from 9 a.m. to noon

The Wellness Resource Center invites faculty and staff to its Recovery Ally Program in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. This training is designed to help participants better support students and loved ones in recovery. Registration is required by visiting the website below. For more information about Rams in Recovery, use the contact information below.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/2hY6KC.

The GenEd task force is in the process of collecting questions and feedback on the new GenEd 30 proposal. Information, including dates of presentations and a feedback form, is available at the website below. Feedback is encouraged. The formal feedback period closes on Friday, Feb. 9.

For more information, visit https://provost.vcu.edu/academic-affairs/gened30/.

The committee leading the search for the position of Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management is hosting open forums for the university community to meet the final four candidates on Jan. 30, Jan 31., Feb. 1, and Feb. 2. For times and locations as well as information about each candidate, visit https://provost.vcu.edu/leadership-searches/vpsem/candidates/.

For more information, visit https://provost.vcu.edu/leadership-searches/vpsem/candidates/.

VCU Recreational Sports offers new key log rolling clinics during the spring semester. Trained aquatic instructors will teach the basics of running on key logs to members of various skill levels. Based on experience level, there will be opportunities to increase the intensity, decrease the stability and increase the fun with competitions.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=273c61cc-6561-4f46-b99d-c5c80a0a4062&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program is hosting a spring break trip to Utah and beyond. Participants will explore canyons, hike in the desert, camp under the stars, and look for ancient rock art at national parks like Arches and Zion. This trip starts and ends in Las Vegas, Nevada. Price includes food, transportation, permits, entry fees, and equipment, but does not cover airfare to or from the start/end point. Registration ends on Tuesday, Feb. 27.

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

Weight Watchers holds on-campus meetings during the "Inspire" event to held from Feb. 5-23. Those who join during the "Inspire" event will receive a free starter kit ($70 value). Both on-campus meetings are held on Tuesdays. The MCV Campus meetings are held beginning with the weigh-ins at 11 a.m. in the Hunton Student Center. The Monroe Park Campus meetings are held at 12:15 p.m. in Harris Hall, Room 5173. For details on joining with special pricing and reimbursement, visit the website below.

For more information, visit http://www.hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/worklife/weight-watchers/.

The Mary and Frances Youth Center's Discovery program is accepting class proposals for summer 2018 now through Monday, Feb. 19. Discovery offers week-long career exploration classes focused on STEM, arts and health sciences for middle school youth from July 30 to Aug. 17. Faculty, staff and students are invited to apply and become instructors. Discovery also has internship opportunities available.

For more information, visit https://mfyc.vcu.edu/summer-programs/discovery/teach-a-class/.

The Friendship Family and Cultural Exchange Program for international students, sponsored by the Global Education Office, seeks volunteers interested in becoming a friendship family for a VCU international student or scholar. The program matches VCU students and scholars with local Richmond families for cultural exchange and friendship.

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

Human Resources and VCU Recreational Sports offer free chair yoga classes on both campuses for faculty and staff, from noon to 1 p.m once a month during the spring semester. Space is limited.

For more information, visit https://hr.vcu.edu/current-employees/career-development/training-schedule/.

The VCU Institute for Women's Health and Highland Support Project spend a week, May 19-26, in partnership with indigenous midwives and community leaders learning about traditional Maya medicine and exploring the history of health care and healing in Guatemala. The group will learn about traditional medicine and midwifery practices. The cost is $985 plus airfare. The application deadline is Friday, March 23.

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

The Council for Community Engagement seeks nominations for the Currents of Change Award for Outstanding University-Community Partnerships. Nominations for outstanding university-community partnerships are accepted in four focus areas: (1) community-engaged teaching; (2) community-engaged outreach; (3) community-engaged research and (4) student initiated. The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, March 30.

For more information, visit https://community.vcu.edu/council/currents-of-change-award/timeline-and-nominations/.

A new Development and Alumni Relations policy is now open for university comment through Wednesday, Jan. 31. The draft policy 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.

Lose weight, get fit and feel better with the REACH Trial. Researchers at VCU are offering a new behavioral weight loss program funded by the National Institutes for Health! The REACH Trial is designed specifically for young adults; qualified participants will receive personalized feedback and coaching to meet their goals. If you are between the ages of 18-25, and overweight, visit reachtrialrva.com or call 827-2250 to see if you are eligible.

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

A revised Art on Campus policy is now open for university comment through Monday, Feb. 5. The draft policy 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.

A revised Student Code of Conduct policy is now open for university comment through Thursday, Feb. 8. The draft policy 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.