Ramadan Begins
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.
In commemoration of Women’s History Month, Excelsior University welcomes Robin H. Holmes-Sullivan, president of Lewis & Clark College. In her presentation, “Leading Beyond Limits: Overcoming Barriers and Owning Your Power and Resilience,” Holmes-Sullivan explores how individuals can shatter the invisible barriers that hold them back and step into their authentic leadership power. Drawing on examples …
How do we lift every voice? Let’s explore together the meaning of democracy and ways to engage with others when we all have different ways of thinking. Join us for a conversation hosted by Excelsior’s Center for Social Justice and the Civic Engagement Rope Team. The conversation will focus on: Our collective exploration of the …
Join us on Thursday, March 27, at 7 p.m. ET for a special webinar hosted by organizational leadership expert Dwayn Hanford, PhD. Achieving your leadership goals is just the beginning! As the boss, you’re in the spotlight and that can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you’re dealing with loyal followers, navigating tricky relationships, or …
Day of Silence is a national student-led demonstration where LGBTQ students and allies all around the country—and the world—take a vow of silence to protest the harmful effects of harassment and discrimination of LGBTQIA+ people in schools.
Vaisakhi is a festival celebrated in Punjab- an area of northern India. It celebrates the Sikh baptism ceremony and is immensely important to Sikhs all over the world as they head to scared places of worship called the Gudwaras. Celebrants enjoy parades and special processions through the streets called nagar kirtans. “Nagar” means town and …
Palm Sunday is the Sunday before Easter, when the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem is celebrated in many Christian churches by processions in which palm fronds are carried.
Brian Anderson, co-founder of Fathering Together, discusses defining fatherhood and what kind of dad you want to be. The Living a Connected Dad Life series focuses on creating an online space for students and alumni who are parents to discuss topics of masculinity for all genders, parenting, and healthy communication. Register Here. The Center …
Easter is a Christian festival and cultural holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day of his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary c. 30 AD.
How do we lift every voice? Let’s explore together the meaning of democracy and ways to engage with others when we all have different ways of thinking. Join us for a conversation hosted by Excelsior’s Center for Social Justice and the Civic Engagement Rope Team. The conversation will focus on: Our collective exploration of the …
Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on different days in many parts of the world
Brian Anderson, co-founder of Fathering Together, discusses being an ally and advocate for our children. The Living a Connected Dad Life series focuses on creating an online space for students and alumni who are parents to discuss topics of masculinity for all genders, parenting, and healthy communication. Register Here. The Center for Social Justice …
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia was created in 2004 to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex people and all other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.The date of May 17th was specifically chosen to commemorate the World …
Held every year on 21 May, UNESCO leads the celebration of World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development highlighting not only the richness of the world’s cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development.
