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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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
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WorkingNation Overheard: Stephanie Wein on Embracing the Entrepreneurial Spirit After the Military

Post-military careers can come in many forms, including being your own boss.

“Being entrepreneurs is a great fit for my husband and I because we are passionate about what we do,” according to Stephanie Wein, co-owner of Pinup Coffee Co. …

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How These 15+ Companies Support Veterans in the Workplace

Veterans Day is a time to honor those who have served in the military and recognize the sacrifices made by veterans and their families. For many veterans, transitioning to civilian life comes with unique challenges, from finding meaningful employment to …

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Should veterans hide that status from employers when job hunting?

For student veterans entering the civilian workforce, the job search process can be both exciting and challenging. Veterans bring a unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives to the table, but they may also face uncertainty about how or whether …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Veteran Maria Terry on Roadblocks While Trying to Find Work | WorkingNation

Maria Terry, spokesperson for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, on the roadblocks she faced while trying to find a job in HR during her transition.

This clip was part of WorkingNation’s Town Hall in Dallas on the solutions and …

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How IBM’s Digital Tool Helps Veterans Find a Job | WorkingNation

Nicole Gardner, vice president & leader of PS Eminence Academy for IBM Global Business Services, discusses how IBM’s program, created in collaboration with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), helps veterans find a job.

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IBM Military and …

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