11 a.m.

Learn about the VCU Medical Center Clinical Research Unit at the March ONE VCU Clinical Research Teams meeting. Presenters will discuss the services and support available to clinical research teams at the unit. The meeting will be held in the first-floor auditorium, Hermes A. Kontos Medical Sciences Building, 1217 E. Marshall St. A virtual meeting will be available at vcu.zoom.us/j/959912724.

For more information, contact Mary Harmon at Mary.Harmon@vcuhealth.org or visit https://rampages.us/vcucctr/2019/03/08/march-one-vcu-clinical-research-teams-meeting/.

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In honor of VCU's new Graduate Credential in Qualitative Research, VCU Libraries is offering a series of bite-sized discussions on qualitative research. The event will be in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. This month's topic is a panel and discussion of analytical approaches. Hear presenters and share and discuss your favorite analytical paradigm. Bring your lunch.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2018-19/qualitative-brown-bag.html.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Joe Ring, senior research DNA analyst in the Emerging Technologies Section at the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory, will discuss "The Role of DNA in the Identification of Missing U.S. Service Members." The talk, hosted by VCU's Department of Forensic Science, will be in Room 2129, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Jo Murphy at jsmurphy@vcu.edu or visit http://has.vcu.edu/the-role-of-dna-in-the-identification-of-missing-u-s-service-members/.

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

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs is hosting the second cultural achievement ceremony interest meeting for May graduates. The meeting, to be held in Room 215, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., is about the Latinx Achievement Ceremony and the Donning of the Kente Ceremony. Attending one of the interest meetings is mandatory for participation in the cultural achievement ceremonies. Interest meetings will also be held in the same location at 11 a.m. March 20 and 9 a.m. March 29.

For more information, contact David Brown at dgbrown@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6672 or visit http://www.omsa.vcu.edu.

3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

VCU Photo Seniors hold a headshot fundraiser. Have your professional headshot taken for LinkedIn or a résumé. Hi-res images will be ready and emailed directly after the session. Walk-ins are welcome in Room 209, Pollack Building, 325 N. Harrison St.

For more information, contact Raelyn Fines at finesrn@vcu.edu or (540) 656-6333 or visit https://www.facebook.com/events/594823084296340/?active_tab=about.

9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

VCU's Wellness Resource Center will host a Self-Care Solidarity Space for the VCU community to engage in restorative activities. The event will be offered at The Well, 815 S. Cathedral Place. Options will include making a glitter jar, painting, coloring, PlayStation gaming and practicing mindfulness. Snacks will be available while supplies last.

For more information, contact Carrie Baines at cabaines@vcu.edu or visit https://thewell.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 from 10:30 a.m. to noon

VCU's Wellness Resource Center will host a discussion about achieving restful sleep. The session, at the University Student Commons next to the POD convenience store, will focus on the stages of sleep and connecting with your circadian rhythm.

For more information, contact Mia Liadis at liadisa@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9355 or visit http://thewell.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's Human Resources is offering a chair yoga class. The goal of the session, at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St., is to improve posture, increase flexibility, reduce stress and improve balance while avoiding injury. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at worklife@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=17093.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 at noon

The National Scholarship Office will host a brown bag informational session on STEM-related fellowships and scholarships for graduate students. The discussion will also include NSF, AAAS, SMART/NDSEG and more. The session will be held in Room 109, Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences, 509 N. 12th St. The same session will also be offered at the same time on March 14 in Room 433, College of Engineering West Hall, 601 W. Main St.

For more information, contact Haley Clouser at natlscholar@vcu.edu or visit https://nso.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Libraries is offering a free webinar, "Advance Your Research: Keeping Track of Your Citations." The online session will focus on choosing the proper citation management tool. An introduction to the features of Mendeley and Zotero will be offered. Register at the following URL to receive the URL for the session.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2018-19/advance-your-research-webinars.html.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's Campus Learning Center will hold a weekly French conversation group open to students of all levels (enrolled or not). The sessions, to be offered throughout the semester, will meet in Room B014, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. The schedule is available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Campus Learning Center at clc@vcu.edu or (804) 827-8108 or visit https://clc.vcu.edu/group-learning/.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

VCU's Wellness Resource Center offers a 30-minute period of meditation designed to offer a burst of energy and beat the midafternoon slump. The session, in celebration of Sleep Week (March 11-15), will be held at the Well, 815 S. Cathedral Place.

For more information, contact Mia Liadis at liadisa@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6919 or visit http://thewell.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 at 6 p.m.

VCU's Department of Music presents a concert by the Advanced Chamber Ensembles in the Recital Hall of the James W. Black Music Center, 1015 Grove Ave. Admission is free.

For more information, contact Anne Marie Dumain at dumainamm@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 13, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Muslim Health Professionals at MCV will host the group's annual networking dinner. The event will be held in Rooms 1009 and 1011, Molecular Medicine Research Building, 1220 E. Broad St. The purpose of the evening is to allow students and local health professionals from different specialties to meet.

For more information, contact Amira Dalmazio at dalmazioa@vcu.edu or (703) 501-1205 or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/o/18648665224?s=91444423.

Thursday, Mar. 14, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU's Off Campus Student Services will host a housing fair in the Commonwealth Ballrooms, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Area landlords will be available to discuss housing options. Swag and free pizza will be available.

For more information, contact Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at lmathewsails@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit http://offcampus.usca.vcu.edu.

Friday, Mar. 15, 2019 at 12:30 p.m.

VCU's Department of Craft and Material Studies presents Julia Haft-Candell in its Visiting Artist Lecture series. The talk will be in Room 535, Bowe Street Parking Deck, 609 Bowe St.

For more information, contact VCUarts Department of Craft and Material Studies at crafts@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1477 or visit http://arts.vcu.edu/craft.

Tuesday, Mar. 19, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's Department of Forensic Science will present "Digital and Multimedia Evidence." The event will be held in Room 2129, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Jo Murphy at jsmurphy@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Mar. 19, 2019 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

VCU's Society for Human Resources Management will hold a general body meeting. The session will be held in Room 2165, Snead Hall, School of Business, 301 W. Main St. The meeting will offer the opportunity for professional development and networking. Food will be provided. A general body meeting will also be held April 2 at the same time and location.

For more information, contact Erika Li at liee@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 20, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

Blackboard specialist Jamillah Martin of Learning Systems will lead a workshop to demystify the Grade Center. Martin will help set up a simple, easy-to-navigate page that matches the syllabus just in time for inputting final grades into Banner. The event, hosted by the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, will be held in Room 4110, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Freitas at freitast@vcu.edu or visit https://goo.gl/forms/rUIqmrMFAHtJW2pC2.

Tuesday, Mar. 26, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

Are you a health care provider or studying to be one? The Community Health Education Center will hold a small-group meeting at the Center, Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St., to hear how this VCU Libraries resource center can better serve and communicate with providers, patients and their families. Pizza will be served. To be considered for an invitation, fill out the form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dana Ladd at dlladd@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/5227487.

Tuesday, Mar. 26, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Are you a VCU Health patient or do you have a family member who has recently been treated on the MCV Campus? Or are you an interested community member? The Community Health Education Center wants to hear from you at an informal, small-group meeting to hear how this VCU Libraries resource center can better serve and communicate with patients and families. The session will be held at the Center, Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St. Pizza will be served. To be considered for an invitation, fill out the form at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dana Ladd at dlladd@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/5227493.

Friday, Mar. 29, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The semester's final full-day "Write on Site" session will be held in Room 4100, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave. "Write on Site," an initiative from VCU's Office of Faculty Affairs, provides a designated space and time for faculty members to research and write in a supportive, distraction-free environment. Registration is required at the following URL.

For more information, contact VCU Office of Faculty Affairs at vpfacaffrs@vcu.edu or visit https://go.vcu.edu/writeonsite.

VCU Recreational Sports' Outdoor Adventure Program is hosting a day hike to White Oak Canyon in the Shenandoah Valley on March 23. Hikers will view a waterfall at the end of the journey. The fee is $20 for students, $25 for faculty/staff/members and $30 for nonmembers. Registration ends March 19.

For more information, contact Karl Schmidt at kmschmidt@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1274 or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure-program/trips-clinics-weekly-activities/.

Virginia Commonwealth University's May Commencement exercises take place at 10 a.m. on May 11 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Faculty participating in the ceremony will wear academic apparel. Regalia must be ordered by April 12.

For more information, contact . at . or visit http://apps.bsv.vcu.edu/retailstr/commencement.pdf.

Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences hosts a wide range of informational webinars this spring for the VCU community. The library offers PubMed, Citation Management, Literature Reviews in the Health Sciences and more to help students, faculty and staff with research needs. Visit the following URL for descriptions and to register.

For more information, contact Thelma Mack at mackta@vcu.edu or (804) 828-0017 or visit http://go.vcu.edu/healthwebinars.

VCU's Wellness Resource Center is accepting applications for Peer Health Educators for the 2019-2020 academic year. Students interested in increasing their knowledge about health topics, sharing what they learn with others and being a good role model to their peers are sought. Complete the application at the following URL by March 13.

For more information, contact Carrie Baines at peerhealth@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0231 or visit https://thewell.vcu.edu/wellness/peer-health-education/.

The VCU Office of the Provost is offering five grants to fund faculty participation in the Faculty Success Program. The 12-week virtual boot camp, held during the Summer 2019 cohort, is offered through the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity. Apply at the following URL by 5 p.m. March 18.

For more information, contact VCU Office of the Provost at vpfacaffrs@vcu.edu or visit https://provost.vcu.edu/about/events/feed-for-home-and-events-page/application-deadline-faculty-grants-for-ncfdd-summer-2019.html.

VCU Recreational Sports facilities have returned to normal operating hours. Cary Street Gym is open from 6 a.m.-midnight and the MCV Campus Recreation Center open from 5:45 a.m.-midnight on weekdays.

For more information, contact Amanda Simmons at alsimmons@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0321 or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/facilities/hours/.

Utility work and construction at the VCU Health Outpatient Facility construction site continues. The work, at the corner of North 10th and East Leigh streets, will affect traffic patterns in the area of the MCV Campus over the next several months. For current information and updates, visit the URL below.

For more information, contact Jake Hughes at jake.hughes@am.jll.com or visit https://www.vcuhealth.org/our-story/building-projects/adult-outpatient-facility/updates-adult-outpatient-facility.

VCUDine will have a number of special offerings in March. Specials include: Wing Wednesdays every Wednesday at Jonah’s on the MCV Campus; March Mayhem at Shafer (March 13 from 5-11 p.m.); Pi Day on March 14 at Shafer (4-10 p.m.) and Jonah’s (10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.); Nutrition Week at Shafer (March 18-22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.); and Jonah’s Smokehouse at Jonah’s (March 19 from 4-9 p.m.). For details follow @VCU_Dining on social or visit the following URL.

For more information, contact Lauren Hay at lhay@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1148 or visit http://vcu.campusdish.com.

Registration is open for VCUPD’s Rape Aggression Defense program for women. The training requires attendance at four classes. VCU students may attend for free; the cost for faculty, staff and visitors is $10. Classes are 6-9 p.m. on March 19, 21, 26 and 28 and also April 16, 18, 23 and 25. Register at the following URL. Those who register must be able to attend all sessions.

For more information, contact Sgt. David Nigro at dnigro@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8791 or visit http://bit.ly/vcupdRAD.

Nominations for VCU's Excellence in Interprofessionalism Award will be accepted until 5 p.m. April 12. VCU's Center for Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Care established the award to recognize full-time VCU students graduating in 2019 and faculty within five years of their initial full-time faculty appointment. Nominees should have demonstrated involvement and interest in promoting interprofessional activities. Self-nominations are accepted and encouraged. Faculty, programs, and schools may also nominate qualifying candidates. Make a nomination at the following URL.

For more information, contact Melissa Burton at mhburton@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2898 or visit https://rampages.us/cipe/.

Applications for VCU's Certificate in Sustainable Innovation are now being accepted. CISI is an interdisciplinary program available to undergraduates ready to create a more sustainable future. Online applications are due 11:59 p.m. March 15. Learn more about the program and its requirements at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dan Albrecht-Mallinger at albrechtmald@vcu.edu or visit https://rampages.us/cisi/apply/.

Open forum videos and candidate feedback forms are now available for the Dean, College of Health Professions search. Videos and feedback will be available to the university community until 5 p.m. on March 18 at the following URL.

For more information, contact David Sarrett, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair at dcsarrett@vcu.edu or visit https://provost.vcu.edu/searches/deanchp/candidates/.

The program is offered by Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU. It includes weekly individual behavioral weight management visits for teens that cover topics including healthy eating and goal-setting, plus an exercise training program. STRIVE participants will visit the program’s dedicated gym facilities three times a week where they will work with personal trainers to improve their fitness. Eligibility requirements are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact STRIVE Team at teens@vcuhealth.org or (804) 527-4756 or visit http://www.chrichmond.org/STRIVE.