Student Issue for May 7, 2018

Today

VCUDine: Build Your Own Burger

Add to calendar 07-05-2018 11:00:00 07-05-2018 16:00:00 America/New_York VCUDine: Build Your Own Burger Guests are invited to build their own ⅓ pound Angus beef burger at Market 810 in Shafer Court Dining Center. Choose from a selection of fresh, premium toppings, including crispy prosciutto, shredded brisket or a second angus beef patty. Then add a specialty cheese (smoked gouda, white cheddar or provolone) and criss-cut fries, all for one swipe. Follow @VCU_Dining on social media. Shafer Court Dining Center Lauren Hay lhay@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Guests are invited to build their own ⅓ pound Angus beef burger at Market 810 in Shafer Court Dining Center. Choose from a selection of fresh, premium toppings, including crispy prosciutto, shredded brisket or a second angus beef patty. Then add a specialty cheese (smoked gouda, white cheddar or provolone) and criss-cut fries, all for one swipe. Follow @VCU_Dining on social media.

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

This week

Extra Exam Study Space

Add to calendar 09-05-2018 08:00:00 09-05-2018 21:00:00 America/New_York Extra Exam Study Space The VCU SGA will host its semi-annual Extra Exam Study Spaces in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms from May 7-9. There will be opportunities to win SGA giveaways. University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms Kristina Brandveen sga@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The VCU SGA will host its semi-annual Extra Exam Study Spaces in the University Student Commons, Virginia Rooms from May 7-9. There will be opportunities to win SGA giveaways.

VCU Community Health Education Center Snake Bites Program

Add to calendar 10-05-2018 12:00:00 10-05-2018 13:00:00 America/New_York VCU Community Health Education Center Snake Bites Program VCU Community Health Education Center, located on the ground floor of the VCU Medical Center Gateway Building, hosts a program on snake bites. Evelyn Waring from the Virginia Poison Center will educate us on how to identify and avoid Virginia’s poisonous snakes, and provide information about current recommendations for the treatment of snake bites. VCU Community Health Education Center, Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St. Sarah Amick seamick@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Thursday, May 10, 2018 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Community Health Education Center, located on the ground floor of the VCU Medical Center Gateway Building, hosts a program on snake bites. Evelyn Waring from the Virginia Poison Center will educate us on how to identify and avoid Virginia’s poisonous snakes, and provide information about current recommendations for the treatment of snake bites.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/libraries/tompkins-mccaw/chec/.

TUTTO BIANCO: A Transdisciplinary Project and Group Exhibition

Add to calendar 11-05-2018 10:00:00 11-05-2018 20:00:00 America/New_York TUTTO BIANCO: A Transdisciplinary Project and Group Exhibition VCUarts students investigate how the color white has been used in many disciplines and find inspiration to create their own work during an event at Page Bond Gallery, 1625 W. Main St. Garments, paintings, enamel/metal and material designs will be on display in a group exhibition. Opening reception Friday May 11 at 5 p.m.; show runs until May 12. Page Bond Gallery 1625 W. Main Street Kim Guthrie kguthri1@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Friday, May 11, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

VCUarts students investigate how the color white has been used in many disciplines and find inspiration to create their own work during an event at Page Bond Gallery, 1625 W. Main St. Garments, paintings, enamel/metal and material designs will be on display in a group exhibition. Opening reception Friday May 11 at 5 p.m.; show runs until May 12.

Coming up

22q at the Zoo Worldwide Awareness Day

Add to calendar 19-05-2018 09:30:00 19-05-2018 15:30:00 America/New_York 22q at the Zoo Worldwide Awareness Day Va-LEND, the Center for Craniofacial Care, and VCU Genetics host "22q at the Zoo" at the Metro Richmond Zoo, 8300 Beaver Bridge Rd., Moseley, VA 23120. This international awareness event gives families, friends, and professionals a chance to socialize, network and raise the public profile of chromosome 22q11.2 syndromes. Metro Richmond Zoo Natalie Dykzeul dykzeulnl@mymail.vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Va-LEND, the Center for Craniofacial Care, and VCU Genetics host "22q at the Zoo" at the Metro Richmond Zoo, 8300 Beaver Bridge Rd., Moseley, VA 23120. This international awareness event gives families, friends, and professionals a chance to socialize, network and raise the public profile of chromosome 22q11.2 syndromes.

For more information, visit https://22qatthezoorichmondva.app.rsvpify.com.

Notices

Increased VCU Police Patrols during Finals

To accommodate late-night study sessions during finals, VCU Police will have enhanced security & police patrols at night on both campuses. These will continue through May 12. Call the VCU Police Department at the number below or use the LiveSafe app 24/7 for assistance. Police encourage students, faculty and staff to report any suspicious activity to police immediately. Good luck on exams.

Student parking hours extended during exams

This semester, Parking and Transportation is extending the Monroe Park Campus reciprocal parking hours for all student commuter, housing and evening parking permits to assist students with exam preparation from April 30 to May 11. During this time, all student parking subscribers will be able to park in the West Main Street Deck, located at 801 W. Main Street, during new, designated days and times. You may view this list at the URL below.

For more information, visit http://wp.vcu.edu/parkingtransportation/?p=1115.

Policy Open for Public Comment: Bicycle Parking and Removal

A draft of the new Bicycle Parking and Removal policy is now open for university comment through Tuesday, May 15. The draft policy can be found at the URL below.

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

VCUDine: Final Exam Dining Location Hours and More

During final exams, VCUDine locations will operate under special hours. Starbucks in Cabell Library will be open 24 hours starting Monday, May 7 and ending Thursday, May 10. Visit the URL below and select the gray “Special Hours of Operation” tab in the middle of the page for a complete list of locations. Spring dining plans end on Saturday, May 12 at 10:30 a.m. Registration for summer and fall dining plans is now available at the URL below.

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

VCU Recreational Sports Aquatics Lifeguard Certifications

VCU Recreational Sports Aquatics offers American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification & Recertification courses at the Cary Street Gym Aquatic Center. The American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification course is only open to those with a current American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED certification. Lifeguard Certification registration ends on May 11 (for the May 14-18 class) and June 24 (for the June 25-29 class). Lifeguard Re-certification registration ends on May 17 (for the May 18-20 class).

For more information, visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/certifications/aquatic-certifications/.

'Food For Fines' waives libraries fines, helps RamPantry

VCU Libraries' food drive is helping to stock RamPantry at VCU. In addition, your generosity has an added benefit if you owe fines or certain fees for library materials. For each food item you donate, VCU Libraries will waive $5 in fines up to a $30 maximum. To qualify: Materials must be returned.

For more information, visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/news/2018/food-for-fines-project-helps-hungry-students-and-those-with-library-fines.html.

VCU Recreational Sports Group Exercise Class Schedule

VCU Recreational Sports group exercise has classes throughout the summer, with their May schedule starting May 14. Group Exercise classes are free and open for registration 24 hours prior to the class time. Find the schedule and register at the URL below.

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

Other resources

VCU Libraries workshops

See a schedule of workshops and classes that teach how to use collections and databases.

LinkedIn Learning @ VCU

Navigate a vast library of online video tutorials to supplement teaching, learning, and professional development.

RamsConnect events

View all of the student events happening on campus and register for events that interest you.