Events
April 3: 2nd Annual Cherry Blossom Festival
Come and check out Virginia Commonwealth University’s second annual Cherry Blossom Festival! Hosted by the Japanese Student Association at VCU, we will have events around the cherry blossoms associating with Japanese culture. Music, dance and other entertainment are provided for free and for everyone! 12:30-4:15 p.m.
April 4 and April 5:VCU Tech Fair
VCU Technology Services and VCU Libraries present the annual tech fair featuring information and presentations on the various technology departments and services available to the VCU community. Features include hands-on demos, presentations, free light lunch and giveaways, courtesy of vendor contributors. Open to all faculty, staff and students; no pre-registration required. The Tech Fair will take place April 4 on the Monroe Park Campus from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Student Commons, Richmond Salons and on April 5 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the MCV Campus in the Tompkins-McCaw Library.
April 4: Advance Class Registration Begins
Fall semester advance registration begins. For details about registering for summer and fall classes, visit http://rar.vcu.edu/registration/advance.html.
April 6: Financial Literacy- What’s this loan really costing me?
Join us for an interactive, educational experience and expand you knowledge about money matters from 5 until 6 p.m. in the Jackson Ward Room in the Larrick Student Center on the MCV Campus. Enhance your understanding of the costs involved when obtaining loans. For more information, to reserve your spot, or for special accommodation requests, email Yolanda Jackson at [email protected].
April 7: Bicycle Brake Adjustment/Flat Tire Repair Workshop and Group Ride
VCU RamBikes will hold a short workshop on Bicycle Brake Adjustments/Flat Repairs starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 7. A ride through the city will follow. For more information or to register, email [email protected]. Registration is free and all VCU students, faculty and staff are invited. Space is limited to 12.
April 8: TedxRVA
The Richmond offshoot of the global movement devoted to ‘Ideas Worth Spreading’ plans a day of talks to inspire and illuminate. TEDxRVA will be a day full of the well-known and much-followed talks, as well as a handful of interactive happenings to enhance the experience. TEDxRVA will be held for the second time at the Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Arts Center. Like previous years, the 2016 conference will have a central theme to guide its speakers and organizers. And like themes of the past, this year’s is elegant in its simplicity: “ARTFUL.” From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
April 9: Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k
Whether you’re in it to win it or just here for the party, the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K’s got it all! Named one of the best races in the country (thanks, USA Today!), Richmond’s biggest block party is the place to be on Saturday morning. With over 40,000 participants, you’re bound to be entertained — whether it’s by costumed runners , Spirit Groups, Party Stops, live music or that guy/gal out front dashing for the cash. The 10K race begins in waves at 8:30 a.m. The Subway Post Race festival runs from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the city’s Monroe Park.
April 11: Study Abroad First Advising Session
Please join the Education Abroad Office for an advising session on your options to study abroad as a VCU student! The sessions meet every Monday through Friday during the academic school year at 12:30 p.m. in the Global Education Office located at 912 W. Grace St., 4th Floor. These sessions are extremely helpful in providing students with a strong understanding of the variety of program and funding options and are strongly encouraged prior to setting up a one-on-one appointment with an adviser.
April 14: Film Screening: Secrets of a Long Life
Noon-1 p.m. TML Learning Center, Room 209
In a remote valley in Ecuador, men and women of very short stature appear to be protected from cancer and diabetes. Why do they have reduced rates of incidence? Participants are welcome to bring their lunch. Registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome.
April 19: Bicycle Derailleur Workshop and Group Ride
VCU RamBikes will hold a short workshop on Derailleur Maintenance at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 19. A ride through the city will follow. For more information or to register, email [email protected]. Registration is free and all VCU students, faculty and staff are invited. Space is limited to 12.
April 21: Emergency Preparedness
Are you ready for an emergency? You can be! Join us on April 21 at 4 p.m. in the Forum Room in the VCU Student Commons. Speakers from VCU Police will highlight the importance of being prepared during an emergency situation and will train students on how to respond in an active shooter event. You don’t want to miss this opportunity! It is opened to the public and pizza and drinks will be provided.
April 30: 3rd Annual Movin’ and Shakin’ 5K
Join the VCU Parkinson’s & Movement Disorders Center (http://parkinsons.vcu.edu) for their third annual 5K Walk/Run fundraiser. The organization strives to be a premier model for improving the lives of individuals with movement disorders, their families and the community by its commitment to excellence in comprehensive interdisciplinary clinical care, transitional research and education and outreach. Registration fee: $30 through March 31, $35 April 1-27, $40 on site.
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