11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Join artist John Freyer and VCU’s Rams in Recovery for a special coffee tasting event at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St. Participants will taste a variety of coffees from Afterglow Coffee Cooperative to finalize the latest edition of Recovery Roast Coffee. This coffee “cupping” will introduce participants to the history of coffee and the complexities of roasting, tasting and enjoyment. The tasting will also include editions of Recovery Roast from project partners in the UK and U.S.

For more information, contact John Freyer at jdfreyer@vcu.edu or visit https://collegiaterecovery.org/2022conference/.

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

There is an increasing emphasis on skills such as design thinking, problem-solving, adaptability and empathy to current and future job roles. VCU da Vinci Center is offering the opportunity to earn an “Introduction to Design Thinking” credential via a Credly badge that can be posted on LinkedIn. Register for the 120-minute immersive workshop via Zoom at the following URL.

For more information, contact Erika Boltz at boltzef2@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.business.vcu.edu/register/061522DT.

Friday, Jun. 17, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The ICA will host an exploration of Black collage — the medium, material and process — with independent curator and writer Teri Henderson and graphic designer, curator and writer Justin Smith. The event will be at the Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St.

For more information, contact Stephanie Stanton at stantons@vcu.edu or visit https://icavcu.org/events/black-collage/.

Wednesday, Jun. 22, 2022 from noon to 1 p.m.

Americans are struggling with rising prices and inflation on everyday goods, from gas to groceries. What are the economic factors contributing to this situation and how can we make sense of it? Join Katharine Bond, vice-president for public policy and state affairs at Dominion Energy, for a discussion on navigating these trends. RSVP at the following URL for the Zoom Link.

For more information, contact David Slipher at slipherd@vcu.edu or visit https://wilder.vcu.edu/news-and-events/news-articles/lunch-and-learn-june-2022-rising-costs-rising-inflation-making-sense-of-the-economy-with-katharine-bond.html.

Monday, Jul. 18, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The last two years have shown us the importance of overcoming challenges and moving forward with grace and grit. Over three sessions, participants will demonstrate they can frame setbacks as learning opportunities, identify and use tools to creatively tackle problems and design novel solutions. Building off each session, participants will show they can both activate and develop a growth mindset. Sessions via Zoom will be held July 18, 20 and 22. The fee is $395. VCU employees will receive a 10 percent discount. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Carrie Hawes at corp-ed@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2616 or visit https://business.vcu.edu/about-us/events/center-for-corporate-education/growth-mindset-develop-and-activate.html.

The VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, is currently accepting applications for the 2023 cohorts of the VCU Leadership and HIGHER Ground programs. Learn more about the Institute, its programs, application requirements and deadlines by calling the Institute at the following telephone number or emailing gehli@vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Kiara Faulks at faulksks@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1169 or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/programs/.

Q-VOICES is an intentionally crowdfunded dissertation study out of the Social Behavioral Science Program. This study will focus on the experiences of LGBTQ cancer survivors (burden, strengths and navigation) to improve cancer prevention and detection for future LGBTQ folk. Student primary investigator Viktor Clark will undertake a 100-mile bike ride and is looking for sponsors for each mile ($1-$100). Funds will go toward livable wage participant incentives and other study requirements.

For more information, contact Viktor Clark at clarkv6@vcu.edu or visit https://tinyurl.com/QVOICESV.

VCUarts' Department of Art Education will offer Creative Arts Day Camp for children rising into grades K-9. Students will explore digital media, painting, drawing, bookmaking, fibers and more. Classes will be taught by graduate and undergraduate art education students on the VCU campus. Four classes will be offered each session with classes divided by age group. Sessions will be July 11–15, July 18–22, July 25-29 and Aug. 1–5. Registration is open now, Discounts and scholarships are available.

For more information, contact Marzia Farhana at artedcadc@vcu.edu or visit https://arts.vcu.edu/academics/departments/art-education/creative-arts-day-camp/.

Recreation and Well-Being has a new website, recwell.vcu.edu. Please visit and bookmark the new site. As of July 1, both recsports.vcu.edu and thewell.vcu.edu will be retired and will redirect to recwell.vcu.edu.

For more information, contact Connie Kottmann at crkottman@vcu.edu or visit http://recwell.vcu.edu.

Individuals who vape/use electronic cigarettes daily are needed to participate in a research study that requires multiple laboratory visits. Compensation will be provided. This study will be conducted at VCU. Principal investigator is Alison Breland, Ph.D., Department of Psychology.

For more information, contact Alison Breland at abbrelan@vcu.edu or (804) 827-3562 or visit http://cstp.vcu.edu/studies.

Weeks of Welcome helps VCU's newest Rams experience a greater sense of self and belonging, which translates to measurable increases in student success. Weeks of Welcome is a comprehensive, campus-wide initiative taking place in the first few weeks of the semester. It takes the whole VCU village to create a community culture where our new Rams feel the excitement and warmth of VCU. Consider hosting a program or event that meets one of our three WoW Goals. Event submission forms are due on July 15. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Tommy Otterbine at wow@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/wow/eventformwow/.