1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

VCU Summer Studies presents: "The Dog Days of Summer" on the Compass. Get information about signing up for Summer classes as well as find university wellness resources. The Dogs on Call therapy dogs and The Well will join VCU Summer Studies reps to help you make it through the dog days of summer.

2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The College of Humanities and Sciences presents the annual Eslke v.P. Smith lecture featuring Dr. Judyth Twigg, Department of Political Science, for a lecture on "Demography as Destiny: Politics and Human Capital in Putin's Russia" in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons I-II. Twigg was this year's award recipient in recognition of her outstanding professorship.

For more information, visit http://has.vcu.edu/elske-v-p-smith-lecture-dr-judyth-twigg-poli-sci/.

5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The Office of Pre-Professional Health Advising and Pre-Health Advising host a medical team from the VCU Hume-Lee Transplant Center for a panel discussion about health care career opportunities in organ donation and transplantation in the Temple Building, Room 1165. Hear from a transplant surgeon, physician, nurse, pharmacist, administrator and more about different health care roles in the organ donation to transplantation care continuum and learn about VCU's transplant program offerings.

For more information, visit https://rampages.us/preprofadv/events/.

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Health Sciences Club at VCU is pleased to present a collection of mixed media artwork and photographs that seek to increase awareness regarding mental health and mental health treatments at the Depot, 814 W. Broad St. The one-night show and reception will feature light hor d'oeuvres and refreshments.

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Photography Club at VCU holds a Photoshop editing workshop at West Grace Student Housing - North, Room 1030. For beginner to advanced levels, learn techniques to make your pictures prize-worthy, and get individual time with our officers. The first 15 people to attend will receive Adobe water bottles, pop-sockets, and other giveaways. A laptop is required.

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU's Humphrey Fellows partner with Reynolds Community College for a panel discussion and Q&A highlighting the voices and experiences of American and international Muslim women leaders, to be held at Reynolds Parham Road Campus, 1651 E. Parham Rd., Workforce Development and Conference Center, Conference Center Gallery. Light refreshments will be served.

7 p.m.

The VCUarts Department of Interior Design invites the VCU community to a presentation by Kevin Kling on the theme of healing in storytelling in the Grace Street Theater, 934 W. Grace St. Kling was born with a congenital birth defect - a shortened left arm with no wrist or thumb. Fourteen years ago, a devastating motorcycle accident left him with a paralyzed right arm. Kling channels his profound experiences with trauma, disability and loss into stories that bring a message of healing and connection to audiences around the world.

7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

VCU's annual Levis Reading Prize hosts a reading by the 2017 winner, Solmaz Sharif, in the Cabell Library Lecture Hall, Room 303. The Levis Prize is awarded annually in the name of the late Larry Levis for the best first or second book of poetry published in the previous calendar year. This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, visit https://english.vcu.edu/mfa/levis-reading-prize/.

7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Sculpture + Extended Media hosts the Third Annual Chili Cook-off in the Fine Arts Building, Lobby. $5 for all you can eat chili, with all proceeds going towards the Sculpture Senior Show. Entries are free; RSVP to the email below. All forms of chili are welcomed, from traditional to vegan to desserts.

Friday, Mar. 30, 2018 from 1:15 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The Muslim Students Association holds a Jummah (Friday) prayer in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms A-D. As part of Islamic Awareness Week, all members of the VCU community are invited to partake in or observe the weekly Friday prayer.

For more information, visit http://vcumsa.org.

Friday, Mar. 30, 2018 at noon

The Department of Craft and Material Studies Presents a visiting artist lecture by Iris Eichenberg at The Depot, 814 W. Broad.

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

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

The Department of Medicinal Chemistry presents "Glycosaminoglycan Lyases for the Preparation of Oligosaccharidesas," as part of its 2018 spring seminar series, in BioTech One, Founders Conference Room. Alhumaidi Bader Alabbas, graduate student, will present his research seminar.

Friday, Mar. 30, 2018 at 7 p.m.

RESCHEDULED: In honor of Women's History Month Queen In You hosts "Act Like a Lady, Think Like A Boss!" in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons I. This event will feature a guest speaker who will be giving tips & tricks on putting your best foot forward career-wise, a fashion show of do's and dont's in a professional environment, an opportunity to get head shots for your professional profile and more. Attendees are asked to come in business casual attire.

Saturday, Mar. 31, 2018 from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Phi Sigma Rho Rho Omega Chapter presents a fundraising boat competition in Cary Street Gym's Aquatic Center. Teams will engineer and build a boat out of recyclables with one person paddling it, then race their boats in the pool. 40% of proceeds go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/173686473287202/.

Sunday, Apr. 1, 2018 at 1 p.m.

Christ Centered Fellowship invites the VCU community to an Easter celebration in the University Student Commons Theater. Join us for worship and fellowship. Food will be served.

Monday, Apr. 2, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program will host a poster workshop session in Hibbs Hall, Room 327. The workshop will cover some of the technical aspects of poster creation from design to printing. The workshop will prepare undergrads to present their work at the Poster Symposium for Undergraduate Research and Creativity taking place on campus April 25.

For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/vcuurop/2018/02/22/posterworkshops2018/.

Tuesday, Apr. 3, 2018 from noon to 1 p.m.

The COBE Connect Lunch features Dr. Abigail Conley, assistant professor of counseling education in VCU's School of Education, in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Her talk, "Re-victimization and Resiliency: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Working with All Students" highlights the unique needs of students who come to college having experienced sexual assault, and shares ways that bystander intervention programs can focus on strengthening assets found to be protective factors against re-victimization. Lunch provided.

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

Tuesday, Apr. 3, 2018 from noon 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/.

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.

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.

Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Art historian Charles Brownell, Ph.D., lectures on the architecture and interior design of three significant structures in the heart of VCU's Monroe Park Campus in the James Branch Cabell Library Lecture Hall, Room 303. Following the one-hour talk, Brownell will lead a tour of these artistic mansions that now house VCU offices. Note that the walking tour has a waiting list. After the lecture, related materials will be on view. Reception to follow. Register at the URL below.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2017-18/brownell-lecture.html.

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/.

VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program will hold "Learn How to Fix a Flat" on April 2, 10, 17 and 23, 6-7 p.m., in the Outing Rental Center, behind the Youth Tennis Courts on Linden Street. Learn how to fix and how you can prevent flat tires. Bring your own bike or use one of ours. If you require a flat fixed on your bike, we do not sell bicycle inner tubes, please bring your own. This clinic is free to VCU students, faculty and staff. Register through the MyRecSports portal.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=b8eafc86-53b3-443d-9dc8-b92ee60ef620&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

The application for the 2019-2020 Fulbright Scholar Awards is open for faculty, staff and administrators who are interested in applying. Information sessions regarding the Fulbright Scholar Awards will be scheduled later this spring, if there is enough interest. The deadline for applying for the 2019-2020 awards is August 1, 2018.

For more information, visit http://cies.org.

This study is seeking individuals between the ages of 18 and 35 years who have PTSD or symptoms of PTSD. The purpose of this research study is to examine the effect of PTSD symptoms on blood vessel function at rest and during exercise. Participants will be compensated for their time. This study will be conducted at 500 Academic Centre on VCU’s Monroe Park Campus. Principal Investigator: Ryan Garten, Ph.D., Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences.

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.

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is introducing new tools and updated training to support teaching and research at VCU. BioRAFT is a central hub for laboratory safety information including tools to improve chemical, biological, and radiation safety in laboratories. If you work in a lab, please add @bioraft.com to your email contact list to ensure you receive training invitations. For information about BioRAFT and to meet the EHS team visit the URL below.

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

Residential Life and Housing, Conference Services offers overnight accommodations in select residence halls for summer intern housing, summer program housing and conference group short stays. Summer requests for 2018 and 2019 are now being accepted. Please visit the URL below to review accommodations and submit a reservation request.

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

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.