11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

The committee leading the search for the position of Dean, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs will host open forums for the university community to hear from the final two candidates on March 16 and 19. Times, locations and information about each candidate are available at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jenn Arce at jmarce@vcu.edu or visit https://provost.vcu.edu/searches/wilderdean/candidates/.

Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2020 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

VCU School of Dentistry and Dental Hygiene Classes of 2020 will offer free dental checkups and X-rays to qualified patients at VCU Dental Care, Second Floor, 520 N. 12th St. Each patient will receive a limited visual screening to determine if certain criteria are met to receive additional free dental care.

For more information, contact Hannah Ehreth at ehrethh@vcu.edu or (703) 217-8263.

Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

VCU Department of English invites all undergraduates to its fall course fair in Room 308, Hibbs Hall, 900 Park Ave. Have a snack and peruse fall offerings in literature, writing, linguistics and criticism. Syllabi will be available for review and professors will be in attendance to discuss their courses.

For more information, contact R. Dale Smith at rdsmith@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2020 from noon to 2 p.m.

The Peer Health Educators of the Health Promotion and Well-Being Center will discuss alcohol facts and staying safe on St. Patrick’s Day on the Hibbs side of the Compass.

For more information, contact Kendyll Graham at grahamk4@vcu.edu or (804) 828-7815 or visit http://thewell.vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2020 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Filipino Americans Coming Together will host a fundraising event with a pop-up shop in the Commons Plaza at the Ram's Horns to sell donated clothing and shoes. Funds will be used for the group's annual culture show and to help the PUSO (Purposeful Unconditional Service to Others) Foundation. Music and free Filipino finger foods will be available.

For more information, contact Kandis Moran-Jimenez, community service and fundraising chair, at moranjimenekk@vcu.edu.

Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2020 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Libraries hosts "Advance Your Research: Webinars." Much research is conducted outside the United States. This session, part of an ongoing series of free webinars, centers on information resources and databases for international research. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Sue Robinson at srobinson26@vcu.edu or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2019-20/advance-your-research-webinars-2019-20.html.

Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

In this hands-on workshop, learn how designing with a target audience in mind is the key to communicating research. The effects of tone, colors, fonts, images and layout will be discussed. Learn the latest efforts to improve the delivery and design of research posters. Bring your own laptop to participate. The event will be in the Workshop, Room 078, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Edward Beckwith at GSA@VCU.edu or visit https://events.vcu.edu/details.asp?myVal=72392.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Off Campus Student Services will host an online monthly workshop to walk through the step-by-step process of finding and renting an apartment. Learn about deposits, leases, budgets and tenant/landlord rights. Participate in the session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at lmathewsails@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/8048284514.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2020 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The second round of VCUarts BFA Senior Capstone exhibitions will be shown at The Anderson, 907 1/2 W. Franklin St. Round Two consists of works by seniors in the Kinetic Imaging, Painting + Printmaking, and Photography + Film departments and will be on view March 19-21 with a reception on March 19.

For more information, contact Monica Kinsey at kinseym@vcu.edu or (703) 282-0530 or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/programs/theanderson/.

Thursday, Mar. 19, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.

VCU Lebanese Student Association will host a spring bash in the Richmond Salons, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave., with food, music and Dabke/dancing. Admission is free. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amira at lsa.vcu@gmail.com or visit http://tinyurl.com/SpringBash20.

Saturday, Mar. 21, 2020 at 11 a.m.

The VCU Brandcenter, 103 S. Jefferson St., will host an online informational session. The session will include an introduction to the master’s program and areas of concentration, a chance to hear from current Brandcenter students and faculty and information about the application process from the director of admissions. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Ensing at ensingr@vcu.edu or (804) 828-8384 or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/visit_BC_Mar21.

Wednesday, Mar. 25, 2020 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Off Campus Student Services will host an online monthly workshop to help students create a basic budget, including how to budget for living expenses, savings, pay back debt and incorporate their personal values into the budgeting process. An online session will also be held at the same time and location on April 20. Join the session at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at offcampus@vcu.edu or (804) 828-4514 or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/8048284514.

Friday, Mar. 27, 2020 at 4 p.m.

VCU da Vinci Center will host the March SoGal Richmond Meet Up at 807 S. Cathedral Place. SoGal is a community of female student founders and students interested in entrepreneurship. The theme of the meeting is "The Super Woman Complex: Making Self-Care Your Super Power." Mia Liadis, Wellness Health Educator at VCU's Health Promotion and Well-Being Center, will speak. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kendra Cabler, Ph.D., at cablerka@vcu.edu or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sogal-richmond-march-meetup-tickets-98295850535.

Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2020 at 1 p.m.

Whether you're using Google Sheets for the first time or just want to see what new, innovative functionality Google has added, join Collaboration Services for a hands-on workshop. The class will be held in Computer Classroom B1-020, Sanger Hall, 1101 E. Marshall St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Dr .Gee at drgee@vcu.edu or visit http://go.vcu.edu/gogoogle.

In response to recent developments and continued concern related to the spread of COVID-19, the Atlantic 10 Conference has canceled all spring competitions and championships for member schools. Fans who have purchased tickets to impacted events will receive a refund from the VCU Ticket Office in the coming weeks. VCU Athletics will continue to provide updates as they are available. All fans are encouraged to check periodically VCUAthletics.com for updates.

For more information, contact VCU Ticket Office at vcuathletics@vcu.edu or visit http://VCUAthletics.com.

The Advocacy Program through University Counseling Services calls all artists to submit a piece for an art display which honors survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Take Back the Night will be held from 6-8 p.m. on April 28. The event provides a place to speak out and build community. Any medium of art is welcome; ideas for pieces will be considered until April 1. Working drafts are due by April 10. Submit art ideas at the following URL.

For more information, contact Confidential Advocates at myoptions@vcu.edu or (804) 828-6200 or visit http://Tinyurl.com/TBTNArt2020.

Undergraduate team members will assist with outreach and work in teams to develop research questions and analyze Spit for Science data. Students from all majors and at all class levels are welcome to apply. Enrollment will be for three credits (A-F grading system). Apply by 5 p.m. March 18 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amy Adkins at adkinsae@vcu.edu or visit https://spit4science.vcu.edu/educational-opportunities/.

As part of Storytelling Week, the Student Leadership and Civic Engagement office's Changemakers will host "Guess My Story" from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 23 in the Compass. Volunteers, needed for one-hour shifts, should be outgoing and at ease talking to strangers and about themselves. All are welcome; participants need not be students. Apply at the following URL.

For more information, contact Alexzane Taylor at taylorac22@vcu.edu or (804) 426-1103 or visit http://cglink.me/s26802.

The Money Spot, a student-run organization with peer-to-peer financial coaching, offers assistance on student loans, credit, taxes and budgeting. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, it is located in Room 108, James Branch Cabell Library, 901 Park Ave. Schedule an appointment at the following URL.

For more information, contact Carolyn McCrea at cmccrea@vcu.edu or visit https://themoneyspot.vcu.edu/contact-us/.

The Inter Health Professionals Alliance is currently holding elections for the 2020-2021 executive board. Those interested in running to be a board member should fill out the form at the following URL by March 18. Respondents may only submit individual answers, not for anyone else.

For more information, contact Henry Childs at ihpa.vcu@gmail.com or visit https://forms.gle/J7BEw832zEKyZ9kVA.

PennyAppeal at VCU has begun its Relieve Richmond Campaign. Members of the group will be handing out blessings bags and meals to the area's homeless population. Charitable donations are being accepted. Questions, email pennyappealatvcu@gmail.com.

For more information, contact Robeel Bhatti at bhattir@mymail.vcu.edu or visit https://www.launchgood.com/campaign/relieve_richmond#!/.

In light of COVID-19, Ram Pantry has altered its operations. In an effort to reduce contact, students are encouraged to schedule an appointment to access the pantry using the following URL. Appointments are available Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in Room 121, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave.

For more information, contact Felicia Dixon at rampantry@vcu.edu or (804) 828-3475 or visit https://rampantry.youcanbook.me/.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Department of Biomedical Engineering seminars have been canceled for the remainder of this academic year.

For more information, contact René Olivares-Navarrete, Ph.D., at ronavarrete@vcu.edu.

Are you currently experiencing low back pain, between the ages of 18-60 years old and interested in the possibility of nine weeks of nonsurgical experimental treatment? If you answered yes to all three you may qualify for our research. What? New, innovative and fun virtual reality games are designed to help people with chronic back pain move and feel better. Where? All appointments, testing and treatments are conducted at VCU. When? Participation in the study involves 24 one-hour appointments scheduled over a 57-week period. Who? The VIGOR Study team consists of professionals in the field who have been selectively chosen and extensively trained. Interested? Contact us at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tiffany Amos at tiffany.amos@vcuhealth.org or (804) 828-4766 or visit https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=DHT7NDE3J9.