9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Come learn to be an advocate and ally for people struggling with substance use disorders and people in recovery. This event will be hosted by Rams in Recovery. Questions: http://recovery.vcu.edu. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Emily Tompkins at tompkinsee@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/a/vcu.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfISpY2Iqmvq_nbttV2YmWSF5cKFHyxSxY5yGrIxiSNXfMh5Q/viewform.

Wednesday, Jun. 16, 2021 from noon to 1:10 p.m.

VCU's Facility Management Career Community will present online a session to define project management and outline how to earn the necessary certifications within the discipline. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Facilities Management Career Community at facilitescc@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/0038a974-9a6b-4c1a-951d-2b9f77c3307b.

Monday, Jun. 21, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7:40 p.m.

VCU's English Language Program is offering a course in Pronouncing American English from June 21-Aug. 13. The course will help English language learners of all skill levels develop fluency, clarity and understanding of spoken English through study and practice of pronunciation. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Aziz at rcwiltshire@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2551 or visit https://global.vcu.edu/elp/curriculum/pronouncingenglish/.

Wednesday, Jun. 23, 2021 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

VCU English Language Program's virtual open house will give an overview of program courses and how they provide an opportunity for those who speak English as a second language to improve their skills and confidence. Those who attend are eligible to receive a waiver for the application fee ($70) when applying to the program. Questions: https://global.vcu.edu/elp/. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rachel Aziz at rcwiltshire@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2551 or visit https://forms.gle/wtXKeyXYaMn8FsyAA.

Friday, Jun. 25, 2021 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

This slower, 30-minute session will focus on actively stretching muscles and opening connective tissue. Release built-up tension, prevent injury, increase blood flow to muscles and boost long-term flexibility. No equipment is required, but a yoga mat is recommended. This class will be sponsored by VCU Human Resources and VCU Recreational Sports. Questions: https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/. Register in Talent@VCU or at the following URL.

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or (804) 828-1521 or visit https://bit.ly/3yoZlO1.

Tuesday, Jun. 29, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m.

Learn more about the VCU Executive MBA program at a webinar hosted by the School of Business. Alumni will speak about their experience in the program including the curriculum, program structure, the power of the cohort experience, networking benefits and career development. Program administration personnel will be available to answer questions. Click on the URL below to register.

For more information, contact Bill Miller at wjmille1@vcu.edu or visit https://business.vcu.edu/academics/mba-options/executive-mba/#sob-events-1759433.

Monday, Jul. 12, 2021 at noon

New IExcel Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Certificate specialization online courses will be offered a la carte July 12 for VCU faculty/staff in leadership roles. Applicants may choose one or two specialization courses (Cultivating Inclusive Learning Environments D527, Diversity and Inclusion in Healthcare D604 or Advancing Diversity and Equity in Corporate Settings D707) to be taken online July 12-Aug. 9. The a la carte fee is $500 per course, payable by departmental transfer. A certificate will be awarded to each participant who successfully completes the course. Enrollment is limited. Questions: https://iexcel.vcu.edu/leadership/. Apply by June 30 at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jan Altman, Ph.D., IExcel Education executive director, at iexcel@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVj1Xzs_sX8QgxMBj8CxydUoaXxWQR-61Rk9cSio28u7xLfA/viewform?usp=sf_link.

Applications are now available for the 2022 cohorts of the VCU Leadership, HIGHER Ground and Minority Political Leadership Institute programs in the VCU Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs.

For more information, contact Kiara Faulks at faulksks@vcu.edu or visit https://gehli.vcu.edu/.

June 15 at 4 p.m. is the quarterly election deadline for voluntary contributions to become effective in July for participants in the Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan. Participants can voluntarily contribute up to 4 percent of their creditable salary and receive up to a 2.5 percent employer match.

For more information, contact VCU Human Resources, Benefits Administration at benefits@vcu.edu or (804) 827-1723 or visit http://www.varetirement.org/hybrid.