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 …

By Mary [uConnect]
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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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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Opening Pathways to Higher Education for Returning Citizens

On September 9, 2026, the Center for Social Justice at Excelsior University’s Florida site was pleased to accept an invitation from Life From Inside Out to connect with members of the community and share information about Excelsior’s academic programs and …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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Join Us at July’s Democratic Engagement Dialogue Series!

Our guest speaker for this month is Lisa Whited, who is a doctoral candidate in Organizational Development and Change at Fielding Graduate University, author of Work Better. Save the Planet, and a TEDx speaker. With more than 35 years of professional …

By RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA
RUBI BLANCAS ORDUNA Program Director, Center for Social Justice
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17-Year-Old Excelsior Alum Dorothy Jean Tillman Earns Her Doctorate

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Campus Partner
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Find Support Through Excelsior Connections

Here at Excelsior, support around your identities may be closer than you think. Meet Stephen Stewart!

Stephen is with 20 years of experience in the mental health field and 17 years as a critical care nurse. Stephen’s been teaching for …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Welcome to Our Rope Teams: Find Your CORE (Connection, Opportunity, Resource, Experience) Hubs Based on Your Interests or Identities 

We are thrilled to offer you an additional place to connect with members of the Excelsior University community and to engage in opportunities relevant to your areas of interest or to how you identify. In this space you will find …

By DANIEL PASCOE AGUILAR
DANIEL PASCOE AGUILAR Chief Diversity Office & Founding Director of the Center for Social Justice
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