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. Participants may bring a lunch; drinks will be provided.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and Tompkins-McCaw Library present their lunch research seminar, "What is Open Science and Why is it Important," 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.

Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018 at 6 p.m.

Black Art Student Empowerment (B.A.S.E) and Good Clear Sound host an evening of spoken word, food and painting in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons, in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Week. To RSVP for the painting portion to ensure there are enough easels, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://goo.gl/forms/EqDaam3KnagBnf393.

Friday, Jan. 19, 2018 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

VCU invites the university community to "Lunch Buddies," an opportunity to sit and talk with the students at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, 1000 Mosby St., as part of MLK Week activities. This is a chance to share lunch and conversation with a young person. Participants can feel free to bring lunch or purchase lunch at the school. To register, visit https://goo.gl/forms/ZE0WOkFBEM7mbVrC3. Vans will leave West Grace Street Residence Hall (WGS). For details on the three shifts, visit the website below.

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

Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Human Resources presents "Retiring with the VCU Optional Retirement Plan" for VCU faculty in the HR Training Building, Room 115. This session is open to VCU faculty employees only, not VCU Health System employees.

For more information, visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=16360.

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 at 6 p.m.

RamPantry at VCU hosts its training sessions for the spring semester on Wednesday, Jan. 24, and Saturday, Jan. 27, in the University Student Commons. Those interested in volunteering with RamPantry must attend one of the sessions. To sign up, email vcurampantry@gmail.com.

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

Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education, in partnership with Prince William County Public Schools, presents "Mixed Media Book Arts" with Ginna Cullen at Cedar Point Elementary School in Bristow, Virginia, though May 31. Students will explore the many approaches to creating one-of-a-kind books as an avenue of artistic and creative expression. There are 15 four-hour sessions; 90 eligible recertification points available. Prior bookmaking experience is not necessary.

For more information, visit https://ocpe.vcu.edu/courses/.

The committee leading the search for the position of Vice President for Inclusive Excellence hosts open forums for the university community for the two finalists on Friday, Jan. 19, from 9-10 a.m. and Monday, Jan.22, from 9-10 a.m. in the W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts (922 Park Ave.). For additional information about each candidate, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://inclusive.vcu.edu/about-us/candidates/.

A new year often means new health and wellness resolutions. Whether it’s more sleep, a more regular exercise schedule or eating a healthier diet, RamTech offers a wide range of tech products specifically designed to help the user meet their personalized wellness goals. Visit RamTech in-store at 930 W. Grace St., or online at ramtech.vcu.edu to see the shop’s complete selection of Fitbits, Apple® Watches, and wireless headphones.

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

The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program offers a cross country skiing weekend. This weekend trip is located at the White Grass Ski Touring Center in West Virginia's Cannan Valley. White Grass features beginner, intermediate and advanced trails, making this trip the perfect time to learn how to ski or perfect turns. Price includes transportation, instruction, lodging at a charming hostel, meals, ski rental and fun. Registration ends on Tuesday, Jan. 30.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=51aac6bb-b826-440c-9885-db257751d80a&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research is exploring new opportunities in clinical research education and seeks input. The VCU community is invited to participate in an anonymous survey developed to determine the level of interest in clinical research education. The survey will take a few minutes to complete and can be found at https://www.questionpro.com/t/ANzV7ZbExn

For more information, visit https://www.questionpro.com/t/ANzV7ZbExn.

The VCU Policy Program has published the winter edition of Policy Points, the quarterly notification bringing awareness to all universitywide policy updates. This edition of Policy Points reflects recent updates from Oct. 1, 2017 through Dec. 31, 2017. To view this edition, visit https://policy.vcu.edu/policy-points.

For more information, visit https://policy.vcu.edu/policy-points.

The Institute for Women's Health invites authors with original research to submit poster abstracts in any research area that focuses on women's health or sex/gender differences for an opportunity to present research and projects at the 14th annual VCU Women's Health Research Day on Thursday, April 12, at the Kontos Medical Sciences Building. The abstract submission deadline is Friday, Jan. 26. Submission guidelines are available by visiting the website below.

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

The Office of Records and Registration is responsible for notifying the university community that it does not release nonpublic information about VCU students. This information is used and shared in a limited and carefully controlled manner. It is not disclosed, except as permitted by law, unless authorized by the student.

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

FERPA affords students the rights to inspect and review educational records; request that records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading be corrected; provide written consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent; and to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. For complete rights under FERPA, visit http://rar.vcu.edu/registration/familyed.html.

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

Draft revised Financial Aid Recalculation Due to Withdrawal and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for Financial Aid policies are now open for university comment through Thursday, Jan. 18. The draft policies 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 new Development and Alumni Relations policy is now open for university comment through Thursday, Jan. 18. 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.