Excelsior Celebrates Nurses week

James Baldwin emphasized the importance of education in his statement, highlighting how it has shaped his career, family life, and community contributions. As a former president of Excelsior University, his words underscore the transformative power of education. At the School …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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May is Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month

Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month (asianpacificheritage.gov)

By Pamela Jimenez
Pamela Jimenez Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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May is Military Appreciation Month.

National Military Appreciation Month, celebrated every May, was introduced in 1999 to encourage U.S. citizens to observe the month as a symbol of unity. May is characterized by six national observances highlighting the extraordinary contributions of those who have served …

By Pamela Jimenez
Pamela Jimenez Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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From Felon to Forbes: Trent Griffin-Braaf’s Reentry Roadmap 

Trent Griffin-Braaf, a distinguished entrepreneur and visionary leader, will share his remarkable story of redemption and resilience on Tuesday, April 30, from 2–3 p.m. in person and online. The Center for Social Justice and the Civic Engagement Rope Team will …

By Pamela Jimenez
Pamela Jimenez Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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Building Communities To Address Systemic Challenges In Higher Education And Beyond

The systemic inequities we experience and observe every day, although long existing, seem to be soaring. If we see them, if we believe in the critical need to scaffold the preparation of a diverse, engaged and ready next generation of …

By DANIEL PASCOE AGUILAR
DANIEL PASCOE AGUILAR Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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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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Sailor Balances Service and Family to Earn Three Degrees

by Dana Yanulavich | August 21st, 2019

As every sailor knows, staying on an even keel is important for stability. And Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dorothy Jimenez discovered firsthand that this state of balance applied to her personal life, too. …

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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 Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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MBA Investment Pays Off

Amanda Alfred MBA ’17 began working for Prudential Financial Inc. in Livingston, New Jersey, five years after graduating from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She came from a large family of nine children that had emigrated from Guyana. Education was very important …

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Impacting Others: Walter Were

When Walter Were was young, he wanted to be a successful businessman and community leader when he grew up. Were says his definition of “success” doesn’t equal the material possessions he’s acquired, but rather how well he can answer the …

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Graduate Success Story: Angeline Bernard

Angeline Bernard has never stopped learning, working, or growing in the health care field. She is dedicated to her craft, and her passion and determination to succeed is evident each day she goes to work or begins a new project.

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Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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