12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The VCU Master Plan team has spent the last four months engaging a large cross-section of the VCU and Richmond community to develop an environmental scan of the campus. A public meeting will be held in the Temple Building, Room 1160, to summarize the existing opportunities and challenges for both campuses and the high-level themes that will serve as the foundation for the Design Phase of the project that will take place this spring. The presentation is an opportunity to learn more about the Master Plan process, see the results of community feedback to date, and ask questions of the Master Plan team.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU English sponsors a brown bag lunch talk by Assistant Professor Michael Hall in Hibbs Hall, Room 308. Hall argues that Hurston's early novels, "Jonah's Gourd Vine" and "Their Eyes were Watching God," - both of which are influenced by Hurston's early ethnographic travels collecting folklore in the American South (1928-1932), present modern travel as a problem of mobility with gendered, racial and ethnic paradigmatic restrictions and impasses.

For more information, visit https://english.vcu.edu/about/english-faculty-forum/.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The VCU Institute for Inclusion, Inquiry and Innovation (iCubed) holds a "My Life, My Scholarship" symposium at the Monroe Park Campus Barnes & Noble @ VCU Cafe. Risha R. Berry, Ph.D., will share how her lived experience helped shape her interest in organizational containment, the structural barriers that impede career advancement in three phases: preparation, placement, and persistence. RSVP at the link below.

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

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU Community Health Education Center, located on the ground floor of the VCU Medical Center Gateway Building, hosts a workshop about finding rare disease information on Rare Disease Day. Dr. Dana Ladd, Community Health Education Center Librarian, will present "Finding Consumer Health Rare Disease Information." A light lunch will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required at https://vcu.libcal.com/event/3996759.

For more information, visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/3996759.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Strategic Enrollment Management presents "Virtual Student Services Center" in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. This session will feature a discussion about the Virtual Student Services Center, including information about how the new center operates, review of metrics and data collected since the center has been in operation, pointers on how the VCU community can help us to be even more successful responding to student questions, and answers to question about the initiative.

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

VCU Globe and the Peace Corps hosts a panel discussion in West Grace Street Student Housing-North, Room 1030J. Attendees will learn about the challenging, rewarding and inspirational moments from a panel of returned Peace Corps volunteers. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions about service and gain tips to guide participants through the application process.

For more information, visit http://peacecorps.gov.

7 p.m.

The Humanities Research Center and VCU Libraries presents Vivian Dzokoto (AFAM) discussing "Once Upon a Shrine: Stories from an Unusual Field Site," as part of the "Meet VCU's Authors" series, in Cabell Library, Multipurpose Room 250. Admission is free and all are welcome.

For more information, visit https://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/meet-vcus-authors-vivian-dzokoto/.

7 p.m.

VCU Music presents a Faculty Recital featuring Dr. Tiffany Valvo, clarinet; Dr. Magdalena Adamek, piano; and Professor Molly Sharp, viola, in the W.E. Singleton Center's Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. The performance will feature the music of Schumann, Mozart, Gershwin, Messager and Chausson. Free admission.

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

7:30 p.m.

The Multicultural Greek Council at VCU hosts a Paint Night for the VCU community. Limited canvases will be available, so early arrival is suggested.

Thursday, Mar. 1, 2018 from 10 a.m. to noon

RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER: time and date TBD.

Thursday, Mar. 1, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Global Medical Training at VCU and Virginia Blood Services are holding a blood drive outside of Shafer Court Dining Center. Free t-shirts will be given to every donor. Make an appointment online or walk in at any time. Every donation saves three lives.

Thursday, Mar. 1, 2018 at 2 p.m.

Off Campus Student Services presents a budget workshop in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room. Participants are asked to bring a laptop to the event.

Thursday, Mar. 1, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Qatar Leadership Exchange, the cross-cultural leadership development program, sponsored by the Student Government Association and Division of Student Affairs, holds an information session in the University Student Commons, Rams Lounge. Student leaders selected to participate in the program will travel to Doha, Qatar, in Oct. 2018. Open to all students of every level on both campuses. Applications are accepted through 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7. Applications and details, including full eligibility requirements, are available at the website below.

For more information, visit https://vcu.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/158599. .

Thursday, Mar. 1, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Swipe in to Market 810 in Shafer Court Dining Center for a special smokehouse dinner menu. Enjoy barbeque pork ribs smothered in barbeque sauce, served with grilled corn on the cob and criss-cut fries. A half rack platter is two swipes, a full rack platter is three swipes. Follow @VCU_Dining on social media or visit vcu.campusdish.com for details and more information.

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

Thursday, Mar. 1, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Alpha Kappa Delta Phi at VCU and our Joint Asian Organizations invite the VCU community to the third Annual Passport to Asia in the University Student Commons, Commons Ballroom B. Explore different cultures of Asia through a variety of free food, performances, games and prizes.

Thursday, Mar. 1, 2018 at 7 p.m.

VCU Music presents guest pianist Yingnan Liu in the James W. Black Music Center's Recital Hall. Liu will also present a piano masterclass on March 1 at 5:30 p.m. in the W.E. Singleton Center, Room B-40. Free admission.

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

Friday, Mar. 2, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

VCU Libraries Copyright for Creators series presents a workshop on fair use, a doctrine in United States copyright law that permits certain uses of copyrighted works without permission from the copyright holder, in Cabell Library, Room 205. Those who want to assert their right to fair use must determine if their use is fair on a case-by-case basis, using the particular details and context of their use, the four factors set out in copyright law, and other relevant considerations. Details and registration at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2017-18/copyright-for-creators-2018.html.

Friday, Mar. 2, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU Recreational Sports will offer Project Positive Yoga for EveryBODY in the Cary Street Gym Group Ex Studio. This mindful yoga practice will allow students to draw their attention and focus inward, as they focus on what the amazing things our bodies are capable of. Focusing on restorative and intentional movement, students of all levels are welcome. Drop in only, no registration required.

For more information, visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/fitness/group-exercise/.

Google has redesigned the web calendar including a redesign of conference room (resource) scheduling. Since November, Google's new calendar has been available to all users. On February 28, all users will be moved to the new calendar when Google removes access to the old design. Calendar sharing to those outside the VCU domain will also be available.

For more information, visit https://apps.vcu.edu/news/.

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 Qatar Leadership Exchange is the cross-cultural leadership development program sponsored by the Student Government Association and Division of Student Affairs. Student leaders selected to participate in the program will travel to Doha, Qatar in Oct. 2018. Open to all students of every level on both campuses. Applications are accepted through 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7. Applications and details including full eligibility requirements can be found at the website below.

For more information, visit https://vcu.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/158599.

Interested in receiving mindfulness training as a healthcare professional student? Research study beginning soon: email mindfulhcps@vcu.edu in the Department of Psychology or for more information visit https://rampages.us/mindfulhcps/

For more information, visit https://rampages.us/mindfulhcps/.

The VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program presents Sportable Climbing Clinics at the Cary Street Gym Rock Climbing Wall. These provide indoor rock climbing experiences to members of the community with physical and visual disabilities. The next Sportable Climbing Clinics will be held on Thursday, February 22 and Thursday, March 1.

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

If you identify as a Black or African American woman (ages 18-24), you may qualify to participate in an online survey study on thoughts and beliefs related to HIV testing. Eligible participants will be entered into a gift card drawing for a chance to win one of several gift cards from Amazon, Starbucks, Target, Walmart, or iTunes. Click the URL to see if you qualify. https://vcupsych.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cGc67N21ZGLfiGF

RamAway is currently accepting reservations until Thursday, March 1, for rides through Sunday, March 11. RamAway provides free transportation for faculty, staff and students during designated holidays and semester breaks to and/or from the Richmond International Airport, Greyhound Bus Station and Amtrack at Main Street Station and Staples Mill Road. To reserve a ride, visit the website below.

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

VCU Parking and Transportation hosts a focus group March 1 from 3-4:30 p.m. dedicated towards improving VCU's carpool program for the MCV Campus at the MCV Alumni House, 1016 E. Clay St. If interested in participating, register via the contact information below.