Different Abilities

The goal of this community or “rope team is to give you access to meaningful connections, opportunities, resources and experiences that help you navigate obstacles that may arise along your personal and professional journey. It is designed to support diverse members of non-majority groups who encounter unique challenges throughout their personal, social, academic and professional development. This community recognizes, appreciates, celebrates, promotes, and supports each individual because of their diversity and contributions. 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.     

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Unlocking Potential: How AI and Workplace Rights Empower Neurodivergent Employees

Let’s be honest—workplaces often aren’t built with neurodivergent individuals in mind. If you’ve felt this, you’re not alone. Nearly 30-40% of neurodivergent adults face unemployment, despite their immense potential. Thankfully, the rise of AI and increased awareness of workplace rights …

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How I Mastered Consistency: An ADHD Entrepreneur Playbook

If you have ADHD and you want to be an entrepreneur, or you are an entrepreneur, but you struggle to stay consistent, then this video is a must-watch!

👋 In this video, I share how I went from a serial business …

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Loyalty and Service of Veterans: A Veterans Day Message from Lt. Col. (Ret.) Kent A. D. Clark ’10

To commemorate Veterans Day, the Center for Social Justice and the Military & Veterans and Civic Engagement Rope Teams hosted retired Lt. Col. Kent A. D. Clark ’10, a member of the Excelsior University Board of Trustees.

Clark discussed the …

By Excelsior University Center for Social Justice
Excelsior University Center for Social Justice
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Create the Perfect Resume to Land Your Dream Job as a Neurodivergent Professional

In the competitive 2024 job market, your resume needs to stand out. For neurodivergent professionals, highlighting your unique strengths can set you apart from other candidates. This guide will help you craft a resume that effectively communicates your neuroexceptional skills …

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13 Rewarding Careers for Visually Impaired People

Around the world, an estimated 1.3 billion people live with some form of vision impairment, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). While 188.5 million people have mild vision impairment and 217 million have moderate to severe vision impairment, another …

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Setting Career Goals with a Disability

Every employee desires to do well at their job, value constructive criticism, welcome variety in their work, and strive for career advancement.  If you have a disability or are striving to better your career, individually setting professional goals or working …

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