12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU Parking and Transportation hosts an open forum for students, faculty and staff on the MCV Campus in the Kontos Medical Sciences Building Auditorium. Parking and Transportation administration will discuss recent initiatives, improvements and address audience concerns. Those who cannot attend this forum can view it live by visiting the URL below.

For more information, visit https://parking.vcu.edu/news-and-alerts/forums/.

12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The VCU Libraries Innovative Media department invites the VCU community to "Tech Tuesdays" at Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences, Room 2-010. Participants will learn how to use cameras, lenses, microphones, lights, and backdrops to make a high-quality video with hands-on demonstrations of library technology resources, services and workspaces.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2017-18/tech-tuesdays-spring-2018.html .

Wednesday, Apr. 4, 2018 from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The VCU School of Medicine hosts the 2018 Medical Education Symposium at McGlothlin Medical Education Center. This year’s symposium will feature six captivating 15-minute oral presentations that focus on educational innovation and scholarship. Immediately following, more than 20 academic posters will be on display, with a networking reception. Register at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://vcuhealth.libcal.com/event/3919639?hs=a.

Wednesday, Apr. 4, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

VCU Music's Brass Area presents a Chamber Brass Ensemble Concert in the James W. Black Music Center's Recital Hall. Free admission.

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

Wednesday, Apr. 4, 2018 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU History, along with William and Miriam Blake, present guest speaker Susan Karant-Nunn, Ph.D., Regents' professor of history and director of the Division for Late Medieval and Reformation Studies, University of Arizona, speaking about "The Reformation and the Individual" in Cabell Library, Lecture Hall 303. This event is part of the annual Blake Lectures. Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit https://history.vcu.edu/news/blake-lectures/.

Wednesday, Apr. 4, 2018 from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Music presents a faculty recital by Colleen Potter Thorburn, harp, in the W.E. Singleton Center's Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Free admission.

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

Wednesday, Apr. 4, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

VCU Police and Richmond Police Department officers host "Coffee With a Cop" at Greenbriar Cafe & Coffeehouse, 1211 W. Main St. This is an opportunity for members of the VCU community with questions, comments or concerns about safety, on or off campus, to ask questions or present ideas for collaboration on safety initiatives or community outreach projects. Coffee and, yes, donuts will be provided.

Thursday, Apr. 5, 2018 at 7 p.m.

The Center for Cultural Experiences hosts the Battle of the Rams in the University Student Commons, Rams Lounge. A four-part competition consists of Heads Up, Jenga with a Twist, Beer Goggles Challenge and Taboo. The Theme of the night will be "sexual health." There will be prizes for first and second place teams. Food will be provided.

Friday, Apr. 6, 2018 from 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Department of Medicinal Chemistry presents "Geometric Machine Learning Reveals Functional Pathways of the Ryanodine Receptor from Single-Particle Cryo-EM," as a part of its 2018 spring seminar series, in BioTech One, Founders Conference Room. Amedee des Georges, assistant professor, Advanced Science Research Center and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, CUNY, New York, will facilitate.

Monday, Apr. 9, 2018 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research hosts the Discovery Dialogues seminar, "Discovering the Challenges in the Detection and Diagnosis of Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease," presented by Dr. Mohammad Siddiqui, assistant professor of internal medicine, at the center's conference room, 1200 E. Clay St. Light refreshments will be served.

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

Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2018 from 9 a.m. to noon

Environmental Health and Safety hosts Handling Dangerous Goods training in the George Ben Johnston Auditorium for VCU and VCU Health employees who handle (as in receipt for, mark, label, pack and prepare/sign shipping documents) dangerous goods. Handling dangerous goods without training or with lapsed training is illegal and may subject the handler and University to fines. Register at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=HH3RY99WRP.

Thursday, Apr. 12, 2018 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The VCU Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program and Congregation Beth Ahabah host "Memories in the Living Room," a conversation with Jay Ipson, in celebration of Holocaust Remembrance Day at Congregation Beth Ahabah, 1117 West Franklin St. This event is free and open to the public. Limited seating is available on a first come, first served basis.

Tuesday, Apr. 17, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Human Resources presents "Retiring with the VCU Optional Retirement Plan" for VCU faculty in the Larrick Student Center, Jackson Ward Conference Room. This session is open to VCU faculty employees only, not VCU Health System employees. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=16412.

Tuesday, Apr. 17, 2018 from noon to 1:15 p.m.

Human Resources presents "How to Retire with the Virginia Retirement System" for VCU employees in the Larrick Student Center, Jackson Ward Conference Room. This session is open to VCU employees only, not VCU Health System employees. To register, visit the website below.

For more information, visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=16413.

Tuesday, Apr. 17, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The VCU Office of Continuing and Professional Education presents "the Business of Craft Beer," the latest addition to VCU's noncredit Craft Beer program, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 17-October 2, 2018. Participants will receive a unique experience that merges the classroom with hands-on experiences, with expert instruction from the VCU School of Business, VCU Brandcenter, and industry partners.

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

Tuesday, Apr. 24, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU Human Resources and Social Security Public Affairs present an information session covering the basics of Medicare and the Medicare-coordinating health plans available to faculty and staff at retirement, at the Molecular Medicine Research Building, Room 1013, 1220 E. Broad St. To register, visit the URL below.

For more information, visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=16633.

Saturday, Apr. 28, 2018 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU Alumni's Riding Rams and VCU Recreational Sports present the 2018 Alumni and Community Bike Ride, starting at Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. Breakfast begins at 8 a.m. and the ride starts at 9:30 a.m. Cost to ride is $5. Upon conclusion of the ride, enjoy a free family fun event at the Cary Street Gym.

Virginia Commonwealth University's May Commencement exercises take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 12, at the Richmond Coliseum, 601 E. Leigh St. Faculty participating in the ceremony will wear academic apparel. Regalia must be ordered by Friday, April 13.

For more information, visit http://apps.bsv.vcu.edu/retailstr/commencement.pdf.

A draft of the new Reservation and Use fo Space policy is now open for university comment through Tuesday, April 3. The draft policy can be found at the URL below.

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

Join Human Resources for a lunchtime session Tuesday, April 12 at noon in Snead Hall, Room B2165 to learn how to take advantage of tax-savings programs by using pre-tax dollars to pay for a variety of eligible health care, qualifying medical expenses and dependent care expenses.

For more information, visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=16376.

A draft of the Preventing and Responding to Discrimination policy (formerly titled Affirmation of VCU's Equal Opportunity) is now open for university comment through Monday, April 9. The draft policy can be found at the URL below.

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

VCU Recreational Sports hosts a rock climbing weekend, April 14-15. Enjoy a beautiful weekend climbing rocky crags away from the city in one of the most famous climbing areas in North America. OAP trip leaders will teach you basic climbing techniques, equipment usage and belaying techniques in a safe and trusting environment. This rock climbing and camping adventure is designed for climbers of all abilities and will help you gain confidence in your skills. Register by April 10.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=bd3579fa-042f-456a-bc9e-2e0d8363d129&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program hosts a Swiftwater Rescue workshop on April 14-15, which teaches recognition and avoidance of common river hazards, execution of self-rescue techniques and rescue techniques for paddlers in distress. Scenarios will provide an opportunity for participants to practice their skills both individually and within a team/group context. Registration ends April 10.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=688f6647-cfff-4ccf-9c41-d3539b527645&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

Applications for the 2019 Virginia Capitol Semester Internship Program hosted by the Wilder School's Office of Student Success are open for students of all majors to apply. The Virginia Capitol Semester Internship Program gives talented college students the opportunity to learn alongside decision-makers in the Virginia General Assembly. The priority application deadline is April 13 and final application deadline is October 1.

For more information, visit https://wilder.vcu.edu/programs/virginia-capitol-semester/.