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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Leadership and Career Insights from Marine Lieutenant General Lori Reynolds

“Just because you’re in charge doesn’t mean that you have to be always right or have all the answers. It means establishing an environment where you can get to the right answer.”

This week on the FourBlock Podcast, it is …

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Strategies for Returning to Work

This session will bring together experts to address the unique challenges faced by women who are re-entering the workforce. No matter your reasons for leaving — whether you’re a veteran entering the civilian workforce, a caretaker who took a career break, …

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SkillHero Spotlight: Cody, Structural Steel Fabrication Welder & U.S. Army Veteran

Cody Allen, a structural steel fabrication welder, sat down with SkillHero for a discussion that delves into Cody’s transition from military service to a welding career but also offers guidance for veterans navigating their way into civilian professions, particularly in …

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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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Inclusion at Cummins: Supporting Veterans and Persons with Disabilities

Step inside inclusion at Cummins and discover how they foster a supportive environment where veterans and individuals with disabilities can thrive at work ❤️

In this video, you’ll meet Sara McAninch, diversity, equity, inclusion, and culture manager at Cummins, as she …

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NAACP-nominated Author and Excelsior Alum focused on Social Justice Themes in The Graphic Novel “Black Defender: The Awakening”

In celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and in reflection of its 2025 theme: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy, the Center for Social Justice welcomed author David Washington ’01 on Thursday, January 16, at 7 p.m. ET.

By Pamela Jimenez
Pamela Jimenez Program Director for the Center for Social Justice
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