Learning Opportunities

The VCU Division of Inclusive Excellence is dedicated to providing engaging learning opportunities for the VCU community and neighbors. We honor the different paths learners are taking in their journey to understanding equity, inclusion and diversity. We’re dedicated to providing innovative learning modalities to honor these differing pathways. Our educational opportunities are structured to empower learners as they develop the skills to make positive change within their lives and communities.

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 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 to view the learning opportunity.

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 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.'