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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“Do you have a moment to talk about the election?”

The Center for Social Justice and the Civic Engagement Rope Team hosted Dr. Ngonidzashe Munemo, vice president for academic affairs and dean of faculty at Hamilton College, for A Conversation on Inclusive Dialogue on Wednesday, Jan. 29.

Dr. Munemo discussed …

By PAMELA JIMENEZ
PAMELA JIMENEZ Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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Excelsior Connects on the Road! Next Stop…Baltimore, MD!

We’re excited to bring all the benefits of Excelsior Connects—networking, mentorship, and professional connections—on the road. We’re thrilled to host our event at The Center Club, Baltimore’s only Platinum City Club and a proud member of the top 100 …

By PAMELA JIMENEZ
PAMELA JIMENEZ Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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Loyalty and Service of Veterans: A Veterans Day Message from Lt. Col. (Ret.) Kent A. D. Clark ’10

To commemorate Veterans Day, the Center for Social Justice and the Military & Veterans and Civic Engagement Rope Teams hosted retired Lt. Col. Kent A. D. Clark ’10, a member of the Excelsior University Board of Trustees.

Clark discussed the …

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Excelsior University Center for Social Justice
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17-Year-Old Excelsior Alum Dorothy Jean Tillman Earns Her Doctorate

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World Down Syndrome Day

World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), 21 March, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.

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By PAMELA JIMENEZ
PAMELA JIMENEZ Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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November is Native American Heritage Month

November commemorates Native American Heritage Day, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, and November 24 is proclaimed Native American Heritage Day. In 1986, President Reagan proclaimed November 23-30 as American Indian Week, which would typically fall …

By PAMELA JIMENEZ
PAMELA JIMENEZ Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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Finding Your Career Path in IT with Many Interests

For some, the field of study you pursue in college determines your career path. But for others, like Mark Oppenneer, major definitely does not equal career! Mark currently works in IT, but has a degree in English education, a master’s …

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Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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How persistence and mentorship helped this veteran and Excelsior grad succeed!

Donald Ham was not sure what the future would hold when he joined the navy.

Joining just to get a roof over our heads, enlisting gave me training and responsibilities which revealed strengths and abilities I did not know I …

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Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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First-Generation College Students: Facts and Statistics

Learn important facts about the experience of first generation students through this article by Jane Nam: https://www.bestcolleges.com/research/first-generation-students-facts-statistics/

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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One Veteran’s Story of Success at Excelsior

There are many paths to success in college, and your previous experiences influence how you pursue your career goals. One Excelsior student shared how he came to Excelsior after being in the military and how the COVID-19 pandemic influenced his …

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Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Join a Conversation About Recent Events

In the wake of recent Supreme Court decisions, state legislations, and the changing demographics and cultural shifts of our nation and globe, we are reminded that we must continuously challenge our assumptions and engage in civil discourse and dialogue about …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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