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."

2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Nature Appreciation and Community Healing Organization presents outdoor yoga on the field at Cary Street Gym with yoga instructor Baldeep Singh Pooni, a former VCU student and certified yogi who has traveled around the world in his yoga journey, completing his certification in India. Baldeep specializes in Ashtanga yoga and will lead us in a yoga class that is suitable for all levels. Bring your own mat if you have one; limited mats available.

For more information, visit https://www.instagram.com/nacho_vcu/.

4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Honors College invites current VCU students to attend an information session in the Honors College Multipurpose Room 1303, 701 W. Grace St., to learn about the benefits of joining the Honors College and how to apply. Attendance at an information session is required in order to apply.

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 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Photography Club at VCU presents an "Embrace Your Genes/Jeans" Diversity Photo Shoot at the Interdisciplinary Studio of the Depot, 814 W. Broad St. Experienced student photographers will capture and offer free images of VCU's diverse population. All students are invited to wear a plain t-shirt and jeans to showcase their diversity in skin, hair, height and more. Photographers are also need to shoot, and could win Qdoba and Starbucks gift cards.

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.

Sunday, Apr. 8, 2018 at 6 p.m.

Tiranga Indian Nationals at VCU invites the VCU community to the Spring Social 2018 at the University Student Commons, Commonwealth Ballrooms A-B. This event is a mix of social and cultural with Indian-themed music performances, exciting games, raffle prizes and dinner.

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.

Thursday, Apr. 12, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Queen In You hosts the "Spring Into A New Look" fundraiser in West Grace Street Student Housing-South, Room 1004A. Queen In You's make up artists will be there to answer questions, and there will be a raffle for an Ulta gift card. Entry is $3 for one person and $5 for two.

Friday, Apr. 13, 2018 at noon

The Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement offers registration for a weekend of service and learning around sustainable farming with Alternative Weekend Break: Project GROWS, on April 13-14. Transportation, meals and camping accommodation are provided. Register on RamsConnect at the URL below or stop by the University Student Commons, Room 229.

For more information, visit https://vcu.campuslabs.com/engage/event/1956575.

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.

VCU Recreational Sports Outdoor Adventure Program offers the Junior Journey on the James, an overnight camp for middle school age students, ages 10-13, that will follow a portion of the VCU course Footprints on the James. Students will learn about the James river ecology, cultural history, and get to explore tidal creeks along the way. The cost will be $800 and there will be two sessions to choose from, July 9-13 or July 23-27.

For more information, visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure-program/rice-rivers-center/ .

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.

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.