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    We are here to help you soar. As you navigate your journey, explore the amazing opportunities 51²è¹Ý and Washington, DC, have to offer.

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    51²è¹Ý students engage, connect, and innovate. They build skills in the classroom, across DC, and around the world. And they have fun doing it.

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    Inclusive Excellence

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    For 51²è¹Ý to be excellent, we must be inclusive.

    From the creation of inclusive policies and scholarship that addresses racism in its many forms, Inclusive Excellence shapes our current actions and is our roadmap to building a more equitable future.

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    A culture of climate action powers our impact.

    As the nation’s first carbon neutral university, the entire 51²è¹Ý community contributes to our sustainability progress. From choosing eco-friendly transportation to food waste composting, we all play a vital role.

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