A little-known provision in the state budget approved by Gov. Kathy Hochul and the legislature for the first time slashes direct aid to private universities and colleges that have endowments of at least $750 million.
"Gain of Function.” Has a familiar ring. Could it be an aspirational dream for improvement of governance? Too often our elected leaders bully pulpit is more a lectern for tea and …
With the Supreme Court striking down the use of affirmative action in higher education last month, New York colleges have come under pressure to reconsider giving priority to the children of alumni in admissions decisions. Advocates have described the practice, known as legacy admissions, as “affirmative action for the white and wealthy” — giving a boost to students who on average come from .