LGBTQIA+

The goal of this community is to offer a space for people who are interested in the diversity of sexual orientation. Because our personal experience and upbringing play a role in how we view and define sexuality, we have much to learn about how we can further value and support each other to reach our goals based on our diversity. This community offers connections, opportunities, resources and experiences to help navigate obstacles that may arise along your personal and professional journey. In addition, this community is designed to support diverse members of non-majority gender, gender-identity and sexual orientation 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 contributionsWe call these communities “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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3 Things I Wish I Knew About Coming Out at Work Before I Did It

I’ve been working since I was 16, but I’ve been queer for my whole life. 

With over 10+ years of work experience and nearly three decades of Gay Experience, shouldn’t it be easy for me to come out at work? …

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Being the “Only” in the Workplace: How to Maintain Morale & Momentum on Your Leadership Journey

Being the “only” in the room can be distressing. Whether you’re the only woman, the only non-binary person, the only native Spanish speaker, the only Black person, the only man, or the only one over 40, being the only can …

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You Matter to Excelsior University

The United States of America is currently experiencing significant changes in its government, politics, and culture. A number of focus areas of this transition are controversial, and many of them could impact or are already beginning to affect members of …

By Daniel Pascoe Aguilar
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar Fndg. Director of Ctr. for Social Justice & CDO
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3 things diverse graduates should look for in an employer

Senior year is approaching, and it’s time to search for a job.

With millions of employers to choose from, how do you narrow the search and find the best company for diverse graduates in the workforce?

In this post, we’ll …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Navigating Representation in Venture Capital

This panel will seek to get input from a diverse range of LGBTQ investors (within different fields and focused on venture capital (VC)) to comment on the need for diversity in the investing world and how we can encourage aspiring …

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Interviewing While Non-Binary | Tips for Job Hunting with Confidence

For a growing number of individuals publicly identifying as non-binary, the job search and application process can be filled with a lot of unknowns. In addition to preparing for questions and wondering if you’ll connect with the hiring manager, you …

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