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This identity/allyship rope team is a community for first-generation students and alums, and for all community members to support the first-generation student/alum experience. This rope team is designed to elicit and voice their shared experiences and to make available the connections, opportunities, resources and experiences central to their development and success. We call them “rope teams” because they, 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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Common Money Mistakes College Students Can Avoid

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Published on October 19, 2022

If you're just entering college, then you're probably about to start managing money on your own for the first time ever. Learning how to handle all of life's little expenses involves a major learning curve that you should prepare for …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Welcome to Our Rope Teams: Find Your CORE (Connection, Opportunity, Resource, Experience) Hubs Based on Your Interests or Identities 

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Published on October 7, 2022

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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Four Methods of Combatting Imposter Syndrome

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Published on September 8, 2022

New jobs are rife with challenges—with all kinds of new vocabulary and work expectations to learn and bosses to impress, experiencing a bit of imposter syndrome is perfectly normal. For the uninitiated, imposter syndrome is a pattern of thinking where …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Financial Literacy Part 1

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You may think that college is too early to begin to understand the basics of Financial Literacy. The truth is, waiting until after college would be too late. Developing good financial habits in college will set you up for fiscally …

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Finding jobs and internships as a first-generation grad

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Published on August 31, 2022

For first-generation college students, the entire college experience is completely new and uncharted. With no family to lean on for advice and support in terms of knowing the ins and outs of college life, it’s no wonder that a recent …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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First Generation Students Unite

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What is it like to be the first member of your family to go to college? First-generation college students must learn to deal with the privilege and the challenges.

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Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…
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Career Exploration

Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…
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Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…
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Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.
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Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…
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Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…
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Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken do’s and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…
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Interviewing

Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…
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Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…
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Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…
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Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…
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Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…
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Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…
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Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success… but where do you start? Learn how to choose…
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Giving & Receiving Feedback

Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…
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LinkedIn Overview

Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…
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Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…
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First-Generation College Students: Facts and Statistics

First-Generation College Students: Facts and Statistics

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Join a Conversation About Recent Events

Welcome to Our Rope Teams: Find Your CORE (Connection, Opportunity, Resource, Experience) Hubs Based on Your Interests or Identities 

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Rope Team Resources

Rise First College Success Roadmap

Rise First College Success Roadmap

Rise First’s College Success Roadmap is aimed to enable first-generation student success. With this roadmap, Rise First hopes to provide …

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Career Advice Guide For Underrepresented Populations

Career Advice Guide For Underrepresented Populations

This guide includes tips, time-saver exercises, and expert advice on how to be a top-notch candidate as a Black, Latinx, …

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CareerSpring Advisor Network

Your life isn’t cookie cutter. Your career journey isn’t either. 

That’s why CareerSpring offers over one thousand real-world professionals from …

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When to Say No to Opportunities | Podcast Ep. 221

As a first-gen, you’ve probably heard that the key to success in life is saying “YES” to opportunities. Be enthusiastic …

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RiseFirst

Our mission is to empower first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) students and professionals nationwide to achieve their full potential by providing …

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The First Gen Lounge

An award winning podcast and the first and #1 show in the world for first-generation scholars and professionals.

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