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

VCU Career Services will host a virtual event featuring entrepreneurs who went from an idea to launching their business. Panelists will discuss how they navigated space, funding, materials and business licenses. Those who attend will have a chance to ask questions. The event is open to VCU students and alumni. Panelists will be Sam Tadesse, co-founder, Blinte Inc., and Rabia Kamara, founder/co-owner, Ruby Scoops Ice Cream & Sweets. Register on Handshake at the following URL.

For more information, contact Anna Umbreit at careers@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.joinhandshake.com/events/701096.

5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

As part of Women's HerStory Month, VCU's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will present a virtual discussion with Kim Graziano from Black Rabbit Tattoo and Thea Brown from World of Mirth. The event will focus on how they discovered their current career field, as well as how they own or operate a nontraditional small business. A Q&A and drawing for two gift certificates will follow.

For more information, contact David Brown at dgbrown@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/vcuomsa.

Wednesday, Mar. 17, 2021 at midnight

The Anderson is now accepting submissions for the Spring 2021 Publishing Grant. The Anderson will provide up to $300 toward direct production costs associated with a VCUarts student-designed publication selected by juror Aidan Koch. The opportunity is open to projects including traditional, bound publications, zines, experimental book forms, posters, audio/video media and digital and web-based publications, with an emphasis on editions and multiples. Submission period closes March 24.

For more information, contact Monica Kinsey at kinseym@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/community/news/fall-2020-anderson-publishing-grant/.

Thursday, Mar. 18, 2021 from noon to 6 p.m.

VCUarts and The Anderson, 907 1/2 W. Franklin St., will present the 2021 Senior Capstone Exhibitions, an annual celebration of the VCUarts studio art majors. Round One will take place March 18-22 and will include exhibitions from the Craft and Sculpture departments and one Kinetic Imaging project. Round Two, March 26-30, will include exhibitions from Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking and Photo and Film.

For more information, contact Monica Kinsey at kinseym@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/community/news/spring-2021-vcuarts-senior-capstone-exhibitions/.

Saturday, Mar. 20, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The VCU Writing Center will present an online workshop focusing on the tools necessary to write strong, logical, structurally sound work. The Zoom link is hosted on the center's events page at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/events/.

Saturday, Mar. 20, 2021 at noon

The Department of Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies and OPULENCE will host artist Danielle Brathwaite-Shirley in conversation with MATX student Aurora Higgs as part of the DISCOURSE x SOUND series. Later that day, at 4 p.m., join queer collectives Dialogue and OPULENCE for a three-hour virtual dance party featuring DJ sets by London-based duo ASTRYD, Manchester-based AYA and GSWS’s madison moore, Ph.D. Register at the following URL. Questions: https://gsws.vcu.edu/news/march-20-discourse-x-sound-002-danielle-brathwaite-shirley-in-conversation-with-aurora-higgs.html. Click on the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Levi Walter at gsws@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/96912201526.

Monday, Mar. 22, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The Blockchain Club will host Miko Matsumura, a Silicon Valley-based venture capitalist, who will discuss cryptocurrency and its future impact. He will also do an Ask Me Anything. All are welcome to join the group chat and submit questions at the following URL. Click on the Zoom link at https://vcu.zoom.us/j/95086051252.

For more information, contact Connor Riely at rielyc2@vcu.edu or visit https://groupme.com/join_group/65229699/Lr5qrODU.

Monday, Mar. 22, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU’s Writing Center will present an interactive session focusing on the tools necessary to establish ideas in a strong, logical manner to hook readers and entice them to read more. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/events/.

Monday, Mar. 22, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

VCU Libraries, VCU's C. Kenneth and Dianne Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research and the VCU Postdoctoral Association will present a session that is part of the 2021 How-to Talks by Postdocs Series. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Stacey Wahl at swahl@vcu.edu or visit https://rampages.us/howtotalks/upcoming/.

Monday, Mar. 22, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Health Occupations Students of America at VCU will host its second general body meeting of the semester online. Click on the following link to join. The Zoom meeting ID is 968 5172 7375. HOSA at VCU is open to all pre-health students, offering research, career and community service opportunities.

For more information, contact Jenalyn Abisia at abisiajl@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.zoom.us/j/96851727375.

Monday, Mar. 22, 2021 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Maggie Tolan, Ed.D., senior associate vice president, Division of Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success and a first-generation graduate, will lead a panel discussion of professionals who are themselves first-gen grads. Hear how they built their professional networks and how that helped them achieve success. Questions: http://youfirst.vcu.edu. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Bambacus at bambacuses@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3927 or visit https://bit.ly/YouFirstPresents032221.

Tuesday, Mar. 23, 2021 at noon

Alex Lucas, Ph.D., instructor, Health Behavior and Policy, VCU School of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, VCU Pauley Heart Center, will present "Evolving Perspectives on Behavioral Exercise Interventions Among Clinical Populations." Register at the following URL. Questions: http://hbp.vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Mary at hbp@vcu.edu or (804) 628-3443 or visit https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvdemrrz4oGNU4AynE-0pnNbcp_OvLx7N4.

Wednesday, Mar. 24, 2021 at noon

Join VCU Alumni and moderator Sarah Golding, Ph.D., associate professor and director of undergraduate research for the department of biology, for a panel discussion about what it takes to trailblaze in the sciences, what skills they value most in their professions and what we can do to ensure that the next generation of women follow their lead. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Amy Gray Beck at acbeck@vcu.edu or visit https://www.vcualumni.org/Calendar/Details/41971.

Thursday, Mar. 25, 2021 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Thinking of going to graduate school? Join the peer coaches at The Money Spot to learn more about funding your educational goals. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact The Money Spot at themoneyspot@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/general-events/grinding-for-that-graduate-degree.html.

Friday, Mar. 26, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join the Integrative Life Sciences Student Organization at its first virtual research showcase on gather.town. Listen to 10-minute talks, poster chats and lightning talks. Click on the following URL to keep up to date.

For more information, contact Elena Meyer at meyere3@vcu.edu or visit https://linktr.ee/ilsso.

The draft Budget Reduction Actions Including Furlough policy is available for public comment by April 11. The draft policy can be found at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jason Block at blockj2@vcu.edu or visit https://policy.vcu.edu/universitywide-policies/policies-open-for-public-comment/.

VCU's Outdoor Adventure Program Bike Shop staff will demonstrate how to clean, lube and adjust a bike to keep it rolling and avoid costly repairs down the road. OAP's Bike Maintenance Clinics will be held at the Outing Rental Center on March 22 (Basic Bike Maintenance) and March 30 (What's That Noise?). Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Joey Parent at outdoors@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure-program/trips-clinics-weekly-activities/.

The VCU First Destination Survey is live for May 2021 graduates on Handshake at VCU. Responses will help VCU to improve career and academic advising, student recruitment and student services. Prizes for completing the survey include AirPods, a Roku player, a robot vacuum, a VCU luggage set and Amazon gift cards. For six months after graduation, those who participate will be able to review/change responses and remain eligible for prize drawings.

For more information, contact Danielle Pearles at ddpearles@vcu.edu or visit http://tiny.cc/VCUFDS21.

VCU's Inter Health Professional Alliance has opened its election nomination form for the upcoming school year. The organization's mission is to provide health education and public outreach projects across disciplines. See the available positions at the following URL.

For more information, contact Katherine Clancy at ihpa.vcu@gmail.com or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevwKLIC3R1hOaVHCGK9WhPdQJG18Q0IEVAPGufa8Rados_Lg/viewform.

VCU TRIO is now accepting applications for its Student Support Services and STEM Student Support Services programs. The programs provide academic development and support to students who are first-generation, low income or have a self-identified disability in order to ensure successful completion of their college education.

For more information, contact Chimene Boone at trio@vcu.edu or visit https://trio.vcu.edu/support/.

The History and Health: Racial Equity series offers learning opportunities to enhance cultural awareness and understanding. The series will focus on historical practices, current local health disparities and opportunities to enhance care for local communities. Events begin March 24 and run through May.

For more information, contact Roy Roach III at rfroach@vcu.edu or visit https://rampages.us/historyandhealth/event-calendar/.

VCU Recreational Sports' Trivia Team is available to host Trivia on Demand for departments, staff, student organizations or residence halls. Games typically last 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the number of individuals and/or teams participating.

For more information, contact Michael Potter at potterm2@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/about/virtual-programs/virtual-trivia/.

VCU Recreational Sports will offer an American Red Cross blended learning course which combines Basic Life Support and First Aid. The class is intended for health care providers responding to cardiac and breathing emergencies. The course specializes in skills in CPR, AED and first aid, along with elements of communication and adaptability when responding to emergencies. Upcoming single-day sessions will be held on March 23, April 3, April 6, April 17, April 20, May 1 and May 4.

For more information, contact Jenna Dillon at dillonj3@vcu.edu or visit https://recsports.vcu.edu/programs/certifications/arc-bls/.

Do you need service hours or want to get a more global perspective on COVID? Join a MEDLIFE Virtual Service-Learning Trip for 10-20 certified service hours. Talk to local Peruvian community members and doctors to learn about inequality and the effects of COVID-19 on low-income communities in Peru while also raising money for local soup kitchens. No applications are required for this trip, which is open to all. Visit @medlifevcu on Instagram or email medlifevcu@gmail.com for details.

For more information, contact Anuj Kotak at kotakah@vcu.edu or (804) 299-8002.

The Money Spot is a program for undergraduate students at VCU to receive financial education through one-on-one coaching appointments and through workshops or programs throughout the academic year.

For more information, contact The Money Spot at themoneyspot@vcu.edu.

A draft of the policy for Scholarship and Fellowship Requirements is available for public comment by March 31. The draft policy can be found at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jason Block at blockj2@vcu.edu or visit https://policy.vcu.edu/universitywide-policies/policies-open-for-public-comment/.

The BMSF Diversity in Clinical Trials Career Development Program has released a call for applications to fund emerging investigators' need to conduct clinical trials that will yield the development of new treatments that are effective in all populations. Applicants must hold the degree of M.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.O. or D.O./Ph.D. and have an interest in clinical research in the areas of cancer (hematology and oncology), cardiovascular disease and immunologic disorders. Applications are due no later than July 1.

For more information, contact Glenny Escotto at escottog@vcu.edu or visit https://www.masseycancercenter.org/.