You Matter to Excelsior University

The United States of America is currently experiencing significant changes in its government, politics, and culture. A number of focus areas of this transition are controversial, and many of them could impact or are already beginning to affect members of …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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Don’t miss Excelsior’s Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month with Dr. Jacob Diaz

In celebration of this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month, the Center for Social Justice, the Race and Ethnicity Rope Team, and the First generation Rope Team hosted a conversation with Jacob Diaz, EdD, regional associate vice chancellor for student success and …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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Excelsior University recognized as Mission Partner by the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region

We are deeply moved and inspired by the mission and courageous work of the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, its amazing leadership and residents, and its wonderful community, and we are honored by our partnership and by the humbling …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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Gender Diversity in the Military

Read one veteran’s perspective on military diversity and gender in the workplace.

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Life as a Military Spouse

A lot has changed in the lives of military spouses. Read about some of the culture shifts happening now.

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Homelessness Among Veterans

Learn about a breakthrough case in the fight to ensure no veteran has to struggle with housing insecurity.

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Listen to the Panel Discussion on the Power of Mentoring and on Opportunities to do So 

Empowering the Next Generation: A Panel Discussion on Mentoring YouTube

The Center for Social Justice, the Civic Engagement Rope Team, and the Age & Generational Diversity Rope Team hosted Empowering the Next Generation: A Panel discussion on the power of …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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Excelsior Volunteer Week in the News

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April 14, 2025

Thanks to the Community Engagement Group and all who participated in Excelsior Volunteer Week 2025. Excelsior volunteers were featured in a segment broadcast …

By Pamela Jimenez
Pamela Jimenez Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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Capital Pride Festival

https://www.518capitalpride.com/capital-pride-festival-2025

GENERAL GUIDELINES

The Pride Center of the Capital Region/City of Albany reserves the right to change the location, dates, hours, or to terminate entirely the operation of the scheduled event, at any time and without prior notice.

The Pride …

By Pamela Jimenez
Pamela Jimenez Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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Trans Day of Visibility

By the Human Rights Campaign

By a general estimate, there are 3.3 million transgender adults across the United States. Trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive youth and adults are a part of every community. We are parents and family members. We are your …

By Pamela Jimenez
Pamela Jimenez Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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