Student Issue for June 15, 2022

Special Announcement

West Broad Deck Subscribers To Relocate During Graduations

Upcoming high school graduations will create interruptions to parking. Today (June 15) and tomorrow (June 16), all West Broad Street Deck subscribers will relocate to the West Cary Street Deck, 1101 W. Cary St.; Jefferson Street Deck, 100 S. Jefferson St.; or Henry Street Decks (East/West), 200 and 201 Henry St.

A dedicated shuttle service will be provided by Parking and Transportation today (June 15) and tomorrow (June 16) to transport subscribers to and from the West Cary Street Deck and Jefferson Street Deck. RamSafe shuttles will run on a continuous loop to and from the West Cary Street Deck, Jefferson Street Deck, Harrison and Franklin Streets, Franklin and Laurel Streets and Shafer and Franklin Streets from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Transportation requests outside of these hours can be made by placing a ride request through the RamSafe service at 828-SAFE (7233) or using the RamSafe mobile app.

Reciprocal parking will not be permitted on the West Broad Street Deck today (June 15) and tomorrow (June 16). MCV Campus subscribers may park on the West Cary Street Deck, Jefferson Street Deck or Henry Street Decks (East/West).

Additional information regarding high school graduation impacts can be found at go.vcu.edu/hsgraduations.

Today

Recovery Roast Coffee Cupping

Add to calendar 15-06-2022 11:30:00 15-06-2022 12:30:00 America/New_York Recovery Roast Coffee Cupping 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. Institute for Contemporary Art John Freyer jdfreyer@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

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/.

VCU Writing Center Workshop: Write With Confidence

Add to calendar 15-06-2022 12:00:00 15-06-2022 America/New_York VCU Writing Center Workshop: Write With Confidence Learn to break writing into manageable chunks and how to avoid procrastination. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL. https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/ Trey Burnart Hall hallbr@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

12 p.m.

Learn to break writing into manageable chunks and how to avoid procrastination. 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/calendar/.

Introduction to Design Thinking Training

Add to calendar 15-06-2022 18:00:00 15-06-2022 19:30:00 America/New_York Introduction to Design Thinking Training 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. Zoom Erika Boltz boltzef2@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

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.

This week

Black Collage and the Rhythmic Continuum

Add to calendar 17-06-2022 18:00:00 17-06-2022 19:30:00 America/New_York Black Collage and the Rhythmic Continuum 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. Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU, 601 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220 Stephanie Stanton stantons@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

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/.

Coming up

Lunch and Learn - 'Rising Costs, Rising Inflation: Making Sense of the Economy'

Add to calendar 22-06-2022 12:00:00 22-06-2022 13:00:00 America/New_York Lunch and Learn - 'Rising Costs, Rising Inflation: Making Sense of the Economy' 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. Virtual - RSVP here: 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 David Slipher slipherd@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

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.

Growth Mindset Series

Add to calendar 18-07-2022 13:00:00 18-07-2022 15:30:00 America/New_York Growth Mindset Series 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. Live, online Carrie Hawes corp-ed@vcu.edu DD/MM/YYYY

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.

Notices

100 Miles for Q-VOICES

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.

Creative Arts Day Camp

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 Launches New Website and Social Media Accounts

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.

Do You Vape Electronic Cigarettes?

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.

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