Civic Engagement

This 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 student/alum learning, development, and success, and to share their voice and gain knowledge on different perspectives and 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 journey as well as to provide you with an opportunity to support the journey of those you want to help succeed.

Stories & News

Panel Discussion celebrating Black History Month: “Everybody’s Work Healing What Hurts Us All”

Panelists from Excelsior’s School of Nursing discuss the film “Everybody’s Work: Healing What Hurts Us All” and ways to interrupt established patterns that enable discrimination and bias, how nurse leaders can address barriers in nursing education, and how to build …

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How do we build the capacity to be connected: Living a connected dad life.

The Center for Social Justice invites you to watch and explore ways to become a more connected Dad. Given that parenting has no checklist, parental manual, or diploma, how do we manage connection and disconnection with our children? According to …

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Let’s Celebrate Earth Day in April

How would you describe a forest to someone who had never been to one? Dave Matthews immerses us in the sights, sounds, and description of a forest.

“Planting a tree, or simply letting seedlings grow in our own backyards, represents …

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Social Security Number (SSN) for International Students on F1 Visa or J1 Visa

Learn how to apply for a social security number (SSN) as an F1 visa or J1 visa international student and why you need one to work in the U.S.. You will also learn how to obtain an SSN Letter of …

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What to do After Applying for OPT EAD with USCIS – F1 Visa Employment Guide | USCIS Receipt Notice

Are you an F1 visa student who has applied for the OPT EAD? In this video, I will be discussing what to expect after mailing your OPT EAD application to USCIS, ad how long to get USCIS receipt notice.

F1 …

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Protecting Social Justice with the Use of Graphic Novels

Protecting Social Justice with the Use of Graphic Novels

A Case Study of “Black Defender- The Awakening”

On Thursday, January 16, in celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and in reflection of its 2025 theme: Protecting Freedom, …

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All rope teams are open to Excelsior students, faculty, staff, and members of the public. Even rope teams that specifically identify an identity or allyship are open to all member of the community and all are encouraged to visit, learn, and respectfully engage.   Todos los rope teams están abiertos a estudiantes, docentes, y personal de Excelsior, asi' como al público en general. Incluso los rope teams que identifican específicamente a una identidad o a una forma de alianza están abiertos a tod_ miembr_ de la comunidad. Alentamos a toda persona a visitar, aprender y participar de manera respetuosa.