Inclusive Education
The Division of Inclusive Excellence is dedicated to providing engaging and evidence-based learning opportunities for the VCU & VCU Health community and our neighbors. We strive to make our educational offerings accessible to a wide range of learners, whether you’re stepping into a topic for the first time or are looking to take things a step further. Through various modalities including online resources and guides, interactive workshops, learning communities, and special events and programs, we seek to empower learners as they develop the skills to make positive change in their own lives and in their communities.
Special Events & Programs
The Division of Inclusive Excellence hosts a number of special events throughout the year, and our events page links to events all across campus and VCU Health.
Check out our events calendar!
SMART Workshop Series
Each year, the Division provides a series of interactive, 75-minute workshops designed to get learners thinking about the fundamentals of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and strategies for strengthening campus climate and culture. These workshops provide opportunities for building community, gaining knowledge, and practicing skills alongside your peers to advance your DEI practice and grow both personally and professionally.
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DEIB & Cultural Competence Training Course
In this brief online module created by VCU HR's Learning, Development, and Organizational Culture team, participants will learn more about diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competency and be invited to consider actions you can take to contribute to Inclusive Excellence at VCU and beyond.
Register for DEIB & Cultural Competence Training Course (VCU eID login required)
Cultural Humility: Learning to Build Meaningful and Equitable Relationships
Have you heard the term "cultural humility" and wondered what it means or how it affects your personal or professional life? Join Jan Altman, Ph.D., to learn about cultural competence and its relationship to cultural humility. Kyle Mason, Ph.D., will moderate a discussion with Kim Case, Ph.D.; and Brooke Berry, J.D.
Go to Canvas: Cultural Humility: Learning to Build Meaningful and Equitable Relationships (VCU eID login required) to view the learning opportunity.
Antiracism in Healthcare
Presented by Drexel University, this module aims to equip participants with the tools to build healthcare environments that are models for respect and empathy for patients, colleagues and staff.
Go to the Drexel University Center for Professionalism and Communication in Health Care and see 'Antiracism in Healthcare' under 'Free Modules.'
Understanding Muslim Identity and Islamophobia
Amer F. Ahmed, Ed. D., University of Vermont, is an organizational strategist and co-founder of Equip Inclusive. His webinar explores Muslim identity and offers strategies to combat Islamophobia and anti-Arab discrimination.
Go to Canvas: Addressing Islamophobia (VCU eID login required) to view the learning opportunity.
Addressing Antisemitism
Naomi Greenspan, director of the Improving the Campus Climate Initiative at the Academic Engagement Network seeks to mobilize the VCU community to counter antisemitism through education and civil discourse. This webinar focuses on educating and promoting awareness about Jewish identity and antisemitism.
Go to Canvas: Jewish Identity and Antisemitism on Campus (VCU eID login required) to view the learning opportunity.
Online Resource Library
The online resource library is a place for you to access helpful content on your terms, when and where you like. With asynchronous options like quick-guides, webinars, and resources across campus and beyond, this page is your go-to place for gaining DEI knowledge and tools for creating a campus culture of inclusion. Go to our Resources page to get started!