12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU's Wellness Resource Center will host "Drug Jeopardy" on the Hibbs side of the Compass. Learn about common substances and how to reduce their risks.

For more information, contact Kendyll Graham at grahamk4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-9355 or visit http://thewell.vcu.edu.

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will host an informational session about the Truman Scholarship. The award is geared toward juniors planning to pursue careers in public service. The scholarship provides leadership development, an internship opportunity in Washington D.C., and up to $30,000 for graduate studies. The session will be held in Room 1111, LEAD, Grace and Broad Residence Center 1, 1000 W. Grace St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson at natlscholar@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6868 or visit https://forms.gle/dZFpHx1MGrdPd8hX9.

2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's Department of Forensic Science presents "From Biblical Plagues to Extraterrestrial Life and Microbial Forensics: Near Misses in Applied Research." The lecture will be in Room 2201, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave.

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

4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

VCU's Humanities Research Center presents Elizabeth Stordeur Pryor, Ph.D., Associate Professor of History, Smith College. She will discuss "The N-word: History, Race and the College Classroom" in the third-floor lecture hall, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. This event is presented in partnership with American Evolution: Virginia to America, 1619-2019.

For more information, contact Brooke Newman at bnewman@vcu.edu or visit http://humanitiescenter.vcu.edu/virginias-past-present-and-future-elizabeth-pryor/.

6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

ICA Cinema will host a screening of 'Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am.’ The documentary will be shown at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. In the film, Morrison leads an assembly of her peers, critics and colleagues on an exploration of race, America, history and the human condition as seen through the prism of her own literature. Scholar and award-winning author Nikki Giovanni will lead a post-screening conversation.

For more information, contact Meredith Carrington at mtcarrington@gmail.com or (804) 437-1992 or visit https://icavcu.org/films/cinema_0911/.

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

At the first general body meeting of HOSA, Herb Hill, director of Undergraduate Research at VCU, will discuss research opportunities. The meeting will be held in Room 1030 G/H (Globe), West Grace Street Student Housing – North, 830 W. Grace St. Applications for the group's e-board are being accepted at the following URL by 11:59 p.m. Sept. 14.

For more information, contact Natali Gonzalez at gonzalezna2@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/QKvHYXQ6vozzNVAd7.

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The VCU chapter of PennyAppeal will hold its first general body meeting. The goal of the international aid organization is to combat cyclical poverty. The session will be held in Room 1030J, West Grace Street Student Housing – North, VCU Globe, 830 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Tarek Haggy at haggyt@mymail.vcu.edu.

7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Chemistry@VCU American Chemical Society Student Affiliate will hold its first general body meeting. The session will be in Room 3309, T. Edward Temple Building, 901 W. Main St. Snacks will be available and upcoming events will be discussed.

For more information, contact Helen Mai at Maih@vcu.edu or visit https://www.facebook.com/ChemistryatVCU/.

8 p.m.

Simultaneous performances from VCU Music, Dance, Theater, Art Education and professional musicians will overlap for VCU's third annual Musicircus. The event will be held at the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall, W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. Initially presented by composer John Cage in 1967, the event is curated by Brian Jones and music professors Justin Alexander and Antonio Garcia. Admission is free.

For more information, contact Anne Marie Dumain at dumainamm@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1169 or visit http://arts.vcu.edu/music/events.

Thursday, Sep. 12, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences will coordinate a Whetting your Appetite for Research seminar. Carrie Peterson, Ph.D., assistant professor of biomedical engineering at the VCU College of Engineering, will discuss the National Institutes of Health's Loan Repayment Program and how it has impacted her research career. The seminar will be held in Room 2-010, Tompkins-McCaw, 509 N. 12th St. RSVP to the following email address.

For more information, contact Pam Dillon at pmdillon@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1519 or visit https://events.vcu.edu/details.asp?myVal=70717.

Thursday, Sep. 12, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Medical Center Health and Wellness Library presents Sarah Faris, VCU Communication Arts assistant professor, who will offer an overview of graphic medicine. A hands-on, illustration tutorial will follow. The event will be in the VCU Medical Center Health and Wellness Library, Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact K.J. Ricasata at ricasatakj@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2432 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/5819006.

Thursday, Sep. 12, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's National Scholarship Office will host an informational session about the Goldwater Scholarship, an award for sophomores and juniors planning to pursue a career in STEM-field research. Scholars receive up to $7,500 toward educational expenses, as well as access to mentoring and an alumni network. Attend a meeting online or at the National Scholarship Office, Room 1210, 701 W. Grace St.

For more information, contact Meredith Sisson at natlscholar@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6868 or visit https://forms.gle/Xm72SEpyFvj7nUx5A.

Thursday, Sep. 12, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Are you a nontraditional student looking to meet other nontraditional students at VCU? Retro Rams is holding its first interest meeting of the 2019 semester in Room 152, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave.

For more information, contact Sara Huffman at huffmansv@vcu.edu.

Thursday, Sep. 12, 2019 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

NextGen at VCU and the Young Democrats at VCU will host a watch party to stream the debate featuring the top polling candidates in the Democratic 2020 presidential primary. The party will be held in the Rams Lounge, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Food, drinks, entertainment and prizes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Ali Ijaz at ijazak@vcu.edu or (703) 909-4899 or visit https://www.mobilize.us/nextgenva/event/119940.

Friday, Sep. 13, 2019 from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

VCU's United2Heal chapter will hold its weekly warehouse event on Sept. 13. At the event, 1210 Bentley St., volunteers sort and organize excess medical supplies collected from hospitals and clinics for shipment to countries in need.

For more information, contact Bilal Ghazi at masoodbg@vcu.edu.

Friday, Sep. 13, 2019 at 8 p.m.

VCU's Wellness Resource Center and Activities Programming Board will host a free screening of the romantic comedy "What Men Want." The film will be shown in the Commons Theater, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. The host groups will be tabling in the Commons lobby before the movie is shown. This event is Weeks of Welcome prize eligible.

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

Monday, Sep. 16, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Human Resources and the VCU Medical Center Health and Wellness Library will host a discussion about what happens when someone experiences a stroke and what occurs on the way to and at the hospital. The session will be held at the Health and Wellness Library, Gateway Building, 1200 E. Marshall St.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/5765293.

Tuesday, Sep. 17, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join VCU Human Resources and VCU Police to learn what to do if you find yourself in an active shooting event. Learn how to recognize signs of potential violence around you and what to expect after an active shooting takes place. Remember during an active shooting to run, hide, fight. The class will be held in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at Talent@VCU or at the following URL (keyword "run").

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=17335.

Wednesday, Sep. 18, 2019 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

VCU's Department of Forensic Science presents "Forensic Case Studies: Collar Bomb." The lecture will be in Room 2201, Academic Learning Commons, 1000 Floyd Ave.

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

Thursday, Sep. 19, 2019 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Sandwich Generation is positioned in the middle. They care for aging parents while supporting their own children. Join VCU Human Resources and the Virginia Credit Union and learn how to manage your parents’ medical, legal and financial needs while ensuring you stay financially prepared for your kids’ future. The session will be held in Room 250, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL (keyword "generation").

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://training.vcu.edu/course_detail.asp?ID=17338.

Friday, Sep. 20, 2019 at 5 p.m.

VCU Recreational Sports will host an American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification course. The Sept. 20-22 class will be at the Cary Street Gym, 101 S. Linden St. The course is only for those with a current American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid or CPR/AED certification. Register at the following URL by Sept. 19.

For more information, contact Jenna Dillon at dillonj3@vcu.edu or (804) 827-9999 or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/aquatics/aquatic-certifications/.

The fall 2019 schedule for Write on Site is now available at the following URL. Write on Site provides a designated space and time for VCU faculty members to research and write in a supportive, distraction-free environment. Faculty can set and share writing goals with other writers and researchers across the university community.

For more information, contact VCU's Office of the Provost at vpfacaffrs@vcu.edu or visit http://go.vcu.edu/writeonsite.

Nominations are being accepted until Sept. 20 for this year’s President’s Awards for Professional and Administrative Distinction. These awards recognize and honor staff and Administrative and Professional Faculty (A&P, nontenured). The nomination site and award criteria are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit http://www.president.vcu.edu/nominations/index.html.

VCU’s Innovation Challenges invites students to submit their most creative and innovative solutions relating to health care, higher education and poverty. Students of all levels are encouraged to submit their ideas from Sept. 3 to Oct. 6. Winning ideas in each category will receive funding, mentorship and guaranteed acceptance into VCU’s pre-accelerator program for Spring 2020. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kelsey Steenburgh at steenburghbk@vcu.edu or visit http://go.vcu.edu/innovationchallenges.

Sept. 16 is the election deadline for voluntary contributions to become effective in October for Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan participants. Voluntary contributions can be changed once per calendar quarter. Participants can voluntarily contribute up to 4 percent of their creditable salary and receive up to a 2.5 percent employer match.

For more information, contact VCU Human Resources, Benefits at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit https://www.varetirement.org/hybrid.