Cinco de Mayo, often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, commemorates the 1862 Battle of Puebla, Mexico, where the French army was defeated. This article by Jordan Smith in History reflect facts and the long-lasting impact of this celebration.
https://www.history.com/articles/cinco-de-mayo-facts
At Excelsior, we’re proud to stand with those who’ve served. This Veterans and Military Families Month, our team volunteered at the Albany Fisher House, supporting the families of veterans and active-duty service members receiving care.
As we show our appreciation …
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Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday that commemorates the day when the Wampanoag Peoples shared their Autumn Harvest Feast celebration and food with the 1621 Plymouth colonists. This became the first Thanksgiving celebration in the colonies. For the Native Americans, …
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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 …
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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 …
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Held every year on 21 May, UNESCO leads the celebration of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development highlighting not only the richness of the world’s cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace …
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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 …
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The Nature Conservancy’s Plant a Billion Trees campaign is a major forest restoration program. Our goal is to restore forests across the planet to help people and slow the connected crises of climate change and biodiversity loss. Help us reach …
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Read more The Excelsior community’s favorite service event, Albany County Adopt-A-Family, returns this year as we seek to spread joy to others this holiday season! Please join the Community Engagement Group in assisting two local families this year by using the link …
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Read more Excelsior University’s community engagement group is partnering with Albany High School and Troy High School for the third annual Snacks for Students collection drive. The initiative fights food insecurity in the classroom by collecting and donating healthy snacks to students each month …
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