Military & Veterans

The goal of this community or “rope team is to support the experience and development of active military, veterans, and family members of active military and veterans who have the unique experience of serving in the uniformed services and to whom we deeply grateful for their selfless service This community offers connections, opportunities, resources and experiences to help navigate obstacles that may arise along your personal, social, academic and professional journey. 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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Systemic Support for Transitioning Veterans

You don’t need to — and shouldn’t have to — go it alone. While veterans can do a lot to prepare themselves for civilian life, having systemic educational, professional, and social support can make their transitions easier and more successful. Join Nikole …

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Military Lessons That Empower My Work at Freddie Mac

My journey from the military to my role as an IT risk senior at Freddie Mac is marked by growth, resilience and a deep sense of purpose. Reflecting on my path, I see how the lessons I’ve learned as a …

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How Veterans Day Can Help Heal a Divided Nation

One author’s perspective on the significance of veterans day and what we can learn from those who served.

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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How to Talk To a Veteran

An important part of honoring those who served is knowing how to talk to veterans about their service in a respectful way. Read this article for recommendations on questions to avoid and questions to ask. Support our veterans by showing …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Veterans: How To Determine Which Jobs To Apply To

We spoke with Tara Carlidge, Recruiting Manager at Citi and former Personnel Officer in the U.S. Army, to ask her how veterans should figure out what industry or job they should be applying for when entering the corporate workforce for …

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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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