Civic Engagement

This identity/allyship rope team seeks to create a space for all community members from broad and diverse political  perspectives to engage in civic dialogue, to access connections, opportunities, resources, and experiences relevant to students’/alums’ development and success, and to share their voice and gain knowledge on different political views and civic opportunities to contribute and engage. This community is designed to nurture important civic discourse meaningful to all members of society and the pursuit of their civic duties. We call them “rope teams” because these communities, as many as you are interested in accessing, are here to support your student and alum journey as well as to provide you with an opportunity to support the journey of those you want to help succeed. 

Stories & News

Celebrating National Military & Veteran Families Month

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 …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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Essential Ingredients for Democratic Engagement

Following up on Excelsior University’s recognition as YWCA’s 2025 Mission Partner during their 25th Annual Resourceful Women’s Gala, the Center for Social Justice and the Civic Engagement Rope Team, in collaboration with the Underground Railroad Education Center and the YWCA …

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Thanksgiving Day

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, …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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Career Fair Preparation for International Students

Career fairs are very popular at US colleges with over 90% of schools hosting at least one per year. College career fairs may be a new concept for you as an international student. Maybe you have heard of them but …

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Billion-Dollar Companies Founded by Former International Students

In the US today, there are nearly 180 billion-dollar US companies that were founded or co-founded by a former international student. Former international students make up nearly 25% of billion-dollar startup companies in the US, creating on average, 800 jobs …

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How to Apply for OPT Online – Complete Step by Step Guide for F-1 Visa Students Filing Form I-765

Learn how to apply for your OPT online by filing the Form I-765 application using a FREE USCIS account.

👉 Get started choosing your OPT Start Date by using our Simple OPT Calculator tool here: https://sojourningscholar.com/opt-cal…

👉 What to Expect After Filing …

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