11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

VCUDine welcomes Lehja, the first guest restaurant of the semester, to Market 810 in Shafer Court Dining Center. For both lunch and dinner (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.), the popular Short Pump restaurant will be on-site serving up some of their famed Indian dishes at the Fan Fare station. For a complete menu with uppercut information, follow @VCUDine on social media or visit the website below.

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

12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU Career Services presents the "Part-Time Job Fair" in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons, which brings together on-campus and off-campus employers seeking students for job opportunities. A few companies that will attend include Anthropologie, Aqua-Tots Swim Schools/Morgan Family, College Nannies and Tutors of Richmond, Community Residences, Inc., Cuore and Greater Richmond Convention Center. For the complete list, visit HireVCURams.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and Tompkins-McCaw Library have rescheduled their lunch research seminar, "What is Open Science and Why is it Important," for Wednesday, Jan. 24, from noon to 1 p.m. in Tompkins-McCaw Library, Room 2-010. Aaron Wolen and Tim York, VCU Data Science Lab, will discuss how to use Open Science Framework to share everything from raw data to published manuscripts. Participants can bring lunch; drinks will be provided. To register, use the contact information below.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The VCU Institute for Inclusion, Inquiry and Innovation (iCubed) holds a "My Life, My Scholarship" symposium series every Wednesday at the Barnes & Noble @ VCU Cafe. Attendees will listen as VCU iCubed faculty authentically share how their lived experiences have shaped scholarship and academic pursuits. Aashir Nasim, Ph.D., will express how his personal narrative has had a direct impact on his research.

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

4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU Career Services and the VCU Transfer Center present "Resumes, Part-Time Jobs, and All Things Career" in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room. Topics such as help finding a part-time job, resumes, networking and career questions will be discussed. All students are welcome.

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

6 p.m.

The Minority Association of Pre-Health Students hosts a representative from Life University to speak about the science masters programs and chiropractic program offered at the university in the University Student Commons, Virginia Room A.

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows, Virginia Commonwealth University in collaboration with the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) organizes 2018 National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. Activities will include a presentation on drug abuse prevention and treatment, documentaries, and distributions of anti-drug abuse materials/souvenir in West Grace Street Student Housing-North, Room 1030J. Snacks will be provided. Prior registration is not required. Attendees with have the opportunity to meet and network with Humphrey fellows from different countries of the world.

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 at 11 a.m.

Join President Michael Rao for the State of the University Address in the James Branch Cabell Library, Lecture Hall, Room 303. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. Seating is limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. R.S.V.P. by visiting http://go.vcu.edu/sotu2018. A live webcast of the State of the University Address will be streamed on VCU’s home page, www.vcu.edu, and VCU's Facebook page, go.vcu.edu/vcufacebook.

For more information, visit http://go.vcu.edu/sotu2018.

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and Cabell Library present the lunchtime research seminar, "NIH Clinical Trials 2018: New Definition, New Policies," in Cabell Library, Room 250. The session will include a summary of the NIH-mandated changes to clinical trials policies, provide case studies to demonstrate the expanded clinical trial definition and provide resources for researchers.

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU Career Services presents "What am I going to do with this Liberal Arts major?" in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Employers look for employees who can communicate and write well, have critical reasoning skills, and can take new information and digest it well. This is what a liberal arts education can teach. Those with communications, English, history, language, philosophy, political science, mathematics, psychology or sociology degrees are encouraged to attend.

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 at 4:30 p.m.

The Department of Graphic Design's "Objects + Methods Lecture Series" presents Eric Timothy Carlson at the Grace Street Theater. Carlson is an interdisciplinary designer from Brooklyn, New York, working with collections of semiotic content generated through processes of drawing, image/object collection and assemblage.

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

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 at 5 p.m.

The Activities Programming Board presents "What's the Tea?" in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. This will be a discussion-based panel-style event including students from different organizations with varying perspectives on different topics. The diverse panel will engage in conversation about life, struggles, misconceptions and relationships.

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

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Graduate and Professional Student Programming Board holds a "mix and mingle" event in the Hunton Student Center Lounge. Attendees can meet students from various disciplines in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Dinner will be provided and is first-come, first-served.

Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

lesstalkmoregainsVCU holds an interest meeting in the University Student Commons, Room 215. lesstalkmoregainsVCU is a recreational organization established to promote physical well-being through recreational activities and events. The goal is to motivate students and the VCU community into living a healthy lifestyle and to change the perception of fitness from "difficult to fun and effortless."

Friday, Jan. 26, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Students Advocating Violence Education and Support (SAVES) holds part one of two trainings for those interested in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room. Participants who attend both trainings will become a tier two, fully-trained member of SAVES. Trained members will be able to engage in all aspects of SAVES volunteer work including community education through public presentations. SAVES is a peer education group on campus speaking and raising awareness on the topics of sexual assault, intimate partner violence and stalking.

Friday, Feb. 2, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The GenEd Task Force presents the proposed framework for the new 30-credit general education requirement in the University Student Commons Theater. The presentation will last approximately 30 minutes with an opportunity for questions and feedback. Feedback will be accepted at the town hall meetings and at the website below. The formal feedback period will end on Friday, Feb. 9.

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

The deadline for adding or dropping spring classes is today, Wednesday, Jan. 24, at 11:59 p.m.

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

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs invites students interested in participating in the 2018 Spades Tournament to submit a team name and participant names by Thursday, Feb. 1, to the email address below.

The VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education (OCPE) offers a variety of classroom and online learning opportunities for VCU faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members. Continuing education is available in: addiction studies, craft beer, disability support services, event planning, noncredit art, organization, paralegal studies, play therapy training, and test prep for the GMAT, GRE, LSAT, SAT and ACT. Noncredit online courses and certificates in customer service, Google Tools, and workplace skills are also offered.

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

The VCU LEAD living-learning program is accepting application for the 2018 cohort until Wednesday, Feb. 7. VCU LEAD is a distinguished leadership-focused living-learning program in the Grace and Broad Residence Center for undergraduate students of sophomore status or above. VCU LEAD is focused on developing graduates who can successfully lead professional and civic organizations at a local, national and global level within their respective fields. To apply, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://students.vcu.edu/vculead/.

The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program is working with Sportable to host Adaptive Climbing Clinics. The clinics provide indoor rock climbing experiences to members of the community with physical and visual disabilities. Volunteer training will be held at the Cary Street Gym Climbing Wall on Thursday, Jan. 25, from 7-9 p.m. The first Adaptive Climbing Clinic of the semester will be held on Friday, Feb. 2.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=4afbf0b4-fe76-4d5d-8656-03c5cd69db80&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

VCU Recreational Sports presents "New Year, New You: Goals for Optimal Wellbeing" events and encourages the VCU community to live holistically by making daily choices that energize the body, mind and spirit. Sessions will be held on Thursday, Jan. 25, from 5-6 p.m. in the Cary Street Gym lobby and on Wednesday, Jan. 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hunton Student Center. Attendees will go on a journey to discover what matters to them, by becoming self-reflective and intentional in their actions to live a healthy and active life.

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

The Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity seeks volunteers for the Student Conduct Board. Faculty, staff and student volunteers are needed for the Student Conduct Board. To learn more about the Student Code of Conduct and find the training schedule, visit the website below.

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

VCU Business Services is accepting applications for 13 academic scholarships for the 2018-2019 academic year. Scholarships vary from $5,000 to $7,500 and are available to both undergraduate and graduate students. Scholarship applications are available at the website below and must be submitted by Thursday, Feb. 15, at 4:30 p.m.

For more information, visit https://bsv.vcu.edu/scholarships/.

VCUDine reminds students that it isn’t too late to sign up for a dining plan. VCUDine offers 10 different dining plans to choose from, allowing students to pick the combination of swipes and dining dollars that best fits their schedule. With 23 locations across two campuses and exciting events like Steak Night, Seafood Bash and Sushi Extravaganza, VCUDine has something delicious for everyone. Visit vcu.campusdish.com for more information and to sign up for a plan this semester.

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

The College of Humanities and Sciences offers more than 100 scholarships to students annually through the scholarship website, vcu.academicworks.com. For details and application requirements, visit the website below. Applications will be accepted through Friday, March 2.

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

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 Institute of Women's Health invites the VCU community to present research and projects at the 14th annual VCU Women's Health Research Day on Thursday, April 12, from 1-4:30 p.m. at the Kontos Medical Sciences Building. Authors with original research are invited to submit poster abstracts in any research area that focuses on women's health or sex/gender differences. Online abstract submission guidelines are available at the website below. The abstract submission deadline is Friday, Feb. 2.

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

If you are age 21 or over, and have a diagnosis of Postconcussion syndrome, you may qualify to participate in a research study conducted in the Richmond, Va. area. Participants of this study will be asked to meet two times in a private area to protect confidentiality. Once to meet with the student investigator to complete four sets of questionnaires and receive a kit for collection of a sample of saliva for purposes of measuring a stress biomarker. A second shorter meeting will be required to pick up the sample of saliva. Compensation is available at completion of the study. For more information, please contact: Christine Huson, MSN, RN Doctoral student Virginia Commonwealth University (540) 985-4028 or email husonc@vcu.edu. Principal Investigator: Victoria Menzies PhD, RN, PMHCNS-BC, FAAN Associate Professor Virginia Commonwealth University VCU IRB #HM20009108