12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Division of Family Medicine and Population Health hosts E. Marshall Brooks, Ph.D., as a special invited speaker in One Capitol Square, 6th floor, Room 644. Brooks, instructor in the Department of Family Medicine and Population Health and adjunct professor in VCU's Department of Anthropology, will present "Community Health on the Margins of Medicine: Promoting Context, Complexity and Compassion in Research and Practice."

7:30 p.m.

The VCU Commonwealth Singers directed by Erin Freeman and VCU Women’s Choir directed by Rebecca Tyree present "Open Minds: Music that Mends," in the W.E. Singleton Center's Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. This concert will feature music with themes of understanding, sorrow, love, and social justice, and will include the public premiere of professor Antonio García’s composition, "Open Minds, Closer Thoughts." Free admission.

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

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

RamTech, VCU’s on-campus technology store located at 930 W. Grace St., is celebrating its fourth birthday. Students, faculty and staff can take 25 percent off all VCU-branded tech accessories (leather bags 10-15 percent off), 25 percent off Beats by Dre, $50 off select Dell computers and $25 off the Microsoft Surface Pro. All guests can enter to win a mountain bike or a Series 1 Apple Watch. Free snacks while supplies last and beverage sampling from Pepsi between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

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

Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU's Intercultural Festival will take place at the Compass, Linden Street, Floyd Avenue and the Harris Hall lawn. This year's theme is "Around the World in One Festival." The event will includ food, cultural performances, free crafts, games, local vendors, prizes and more.

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.

Saturday, Apr. 7, 2018 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Muslim Students Association holds a Parental & Alumni Banquet in the University Student Commons, Richmond Salons. The VCU community is invited to attend a night of free food, games, raffle prizes and more. Special guest Hanif Williams will be speaking.

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

Sunday, Apr. 8, 2018 at 5 p.m.

The Black Awakening Choir at VCU presents their Unity Concert with VSU's Gospel Chorale at The Saint Paul's Baptist Church, 247 Creighton Road, Richmond. Admission is free.

Monday, Apr. 9, 2018 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Science, Technology and Society presents Dr. Sai Suryanarayanan as part of the lecture series "Science Fact, Science Fiction" in the University Student Commons, Forum Room. Her talk on "An Indigenous Symbioculture of Plants, People and Bees Facing Agribiotechnology in the Yucatán Peninsula" will examine resistance to the spread of genetically engineered crops is on the rise in Luso-Hispanic countries, which are the world’s largest producers and exporters of GE-crops.

For more information, visit https://sts.vcu.edu/current-lecture-series/spring-lectures/suryanarayanan/.

Monday, Apr. 9, 2018 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Rams in Recovery presents a discussion on "Is Addiction a Disease?" with Dr. James Thompson, Virginia Center for Addiction Medicine, at VCU's Motivate Clinic, Conference Room, 501 N. 2nd St. Medical authorities categorize addiction as a disease. Why? What are the controversies surrounding this designation? How do behavior, personal choice and willpower factor into this model? Dr. Thompson will discuss this and answer your related questions.

For more information, visit https://thewell.vcu.edu/recovery-support/.

Monday, Apr. 9, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

VCU Music's Choral Arts Society and Vocal Chamber Ensembles present their spring concert on Monday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the W.E. Singleton Center's Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall. Tickets are $10 general admission and free for VCU students with ID.

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

Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU Technology Services and VCU Libraries present the 2018 VCU Tech Fair Tuesday, April 10, in the Cabell Library Lecture Hall, and Wednesday, April 11, at the Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences. Both days feature "hands-on" demos, presentations, free light lunch and giveaways, courtesy of vendor contributors. Attend information sessions to be entered into special prize drawings.

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

Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2018 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Graduate and Professional Student Programming Board invites the VCU community to enjoy music and light refreshments in the Patterson Memorial Garden, located behind the Hunton Student Center.

For more information, visit https://vcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/1955523.

Tuesday, Apr. 10, 2018 at 5 p.m.

Active Minds at VCU and The Well host "MENtal Health: Shedding Light on Silent Struggles" to discuss mental health in men in the University Commons Theater.

Wednesday, Apr. 11, 2018 from 10 a.m. to noon

Environmental Health and Safety presents the Kentek "PHOTON1" laser safety van at the School of Engineering East Crescent, 401 W. Main St. for tours/demos. See high-powered lasers in action, meet laser safety experts and learn more about the power, promise and precautions of these tools.

Wednesday, Apr. 11, 2018 from noon 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. The next event features Cecelia Valrie, Ph.D., associate professor in the College of Humanities and Sciences’ Department of Psychology and the iCubed Culture, Race, and Health Transdisciplinary Core. She will share how her particular lived experiences have shaped her interest in working with youth and young adults with sickle cell disease, and training the next generation of health psychologists. RSVP at the URL below.

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

Wednesday, Apr. 11, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement hosts a roundtable in the University Student Commons, Alumni Board Room. The discussion is open to student leaders who want to learn more about upcoming service opportunities, share successes and challenges in working with the community, and learn more about upcoming leadership and civic engagement programs. Pizza will be provided.

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

The Department of Health Behavior and Policy presents a seminar featuring Chunling Lu, PhD, assistant professor, Global Health and Social Medicine, Harvard Medical School, discussing “Effects of survey design on self-reported out-of-pocket health spending in developing countries” in One Capitol Square, 12th Floor, Conference Room. Lunch will be provided.

Wednesday, Apr. 18, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU Human Resources and Recreational Sports present the VCU RamStrong Health and Wellbeing Fair at the Cary Street Gym. Participating vendors include Active Health, Anthem and Aetna Employee Assistance Programs, Capital Square Healthcare, Virginia Credit Union and other VCU health and wellness partners. Gym membership not required.

Friday, Apr. 20, 2018 from 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Asian Pacific Student Alliance and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs invite the VCU community to "Open Mic: Redefining Our Stories," in the University Student Commons, Rams Lounge. This open mic night seeks to understand what redefining our narratives look like in our respective communities. There will be poetry, tunes, comedy and food. Submit your request to perform via email by April 18.

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.

VCU Recreational Sports Canoe Day Trip at Dutch Gap. This day out on Dutch Gap learning about conservation, paddling the tidal lagoon and exploring the boat graveyard. Price includes transportation, equipment and guides. This trip will take place on April 15; registration ends on April 10.

For more information, visit https://portal.recsports.vcu.edu/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=6037e1f3-4d9c-4fd5-958d-adf836fa8e11&semesterId=2747cef5-50b3-4321-bf68-a95f2d1b3ea5.

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.

A draft of the revised Principal Investigator Eligibility for Sponsored Programs policy (formerly titled Principal Investigator Eligibility) is now open for university comment through Monday, April 16. The draft policy can be found at the URL below.

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

A draft of the new Military-Affiliated Students policy is now open for university comment through Monday, April 16. The draft policy can be found at the URL below.

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