Learn About the Center For Social Justice

The Center for Social Justice at Excelsior University believes that all people have the right to pursue economic, social, educational, and professional opportunity, that there is a shared responsibility to ensure that nothing stands in the way of this pursuit, and that this stands on the …

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Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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You Matter to Excelsior University

The United States continues to navigate significant changes in its government, politics, and culture.  We know that many in our Excelsior and broader communities are impacted by these shifts and actions.  

Excelsior University deeply values all backgrounds and perspectives of our students, faculty and staff, in our communities, and throughout the nation. A …

By DANIEL PASCOE AGUILAR
DANIEL PASCOE AGUILAR Chief Diversity Office & Founding Director of the Center for Social Justice
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Celebrating Women’s Leadership in Technology Through Community Partnership

Excelsior through the Center for Social Justice (CSJ) together with the School of Technology College of Liberal Arts and Sciences was proud to partner with Business and Professional Women (BPW) of Pinellas Florida for a recent forum dedicated to advancing …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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October 8 – Celebrating Dreams and Empowering Futures at the Miss Latina Fashion Show and Gala

The Center for Social Justice (CSJ) at Excelsior University’s Florida Site was proud to participate in the Miss Latina Fashion Show and Gala, an inspiring celebration of culture, confidence, talent, and community dedicated to supporting the next generation of leaders.

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By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Center for Social justice present @ Connections

Today Daniel Pascoe Aguilar, Founding Director and Chief Diversity Officer of the Center for Social Justice (CSJ), and Rubi Blancas Orduna, Program Director for the CSJ at Excelsior’s Florida site, attended an invitation from Healthy St. Pete Foundation to participate …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Collaboration Pathways with the Tampa bay LGBTQ chamber of Commerce

Today, Daniel Pascoe Aguilar, Founding Director and Chief Diversity Officer, and Rubi Blancas Orduna, Program Director at Excelsior’s Center for Social Justice, met with Rene Cantu, President and CEO of the Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce, to explore opportunities for …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together “

Hispanic Heritage Month gathering brings Tampa Bay community leaders together to strengthen collaboration and collective impact

As part of Hispanic Heritage Month 2026, the Center for Social Justice at Excelsior University’s Florida Site, in partnership with the Hispanic Outreach Center …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Creating Sacred Spaces: Featuring Dr. Cherjanét Lenzy’s Work on Spirituality and Meaning-Making

How can colleges and universities support students not only academically, but also in their search for purpose, belonging, and meaning?

Dr. Cherjanét Lenzy is helping advance this important conversation through her work on spirituality, student development, and holistic well-being in …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Can a job seeker be diverse for reasons other than race?

There are a couple of hundred countries in the world and many thousands of states, provinces, and other such regions. Within those regions are hundreds of thousands of cities, towns, and villages. And within those are countless neighborhoods. Each of …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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The Microsoft Neurodiversity Hiring Program

Neurodiversity hiring is a competitive advantage, not a CSR checkbox. Microsoft’s program shows what’s possible when companies build structured pathways for neurodivergent talent. Here’s what they got right and how to apply it.

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ChatGPT for ADHD: 5 AI Prompts That Replace Executive Function at Work

AI tools have quietly become some of the most effective executive function supports available. Here are five prompts neurodivergent adults can use today for task breakdown, prioritization, focus, and more.

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Sensory Overload in Adults: Unlocking Neurodivergent Performance

Sensory overload doesn’t just affect kids. It’s a real challenge for neurodivergent adults at work and beyond. Learn what triggers it, how to recognize it, and practical strategies to manage your environment and protect your focus.

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