Holy Names University, a 154-year-old college that began in 1868, will permanently close in May 2023 after struggling with declining enrollment and rising operational costs.
Leaders of small institutions hope distinctive academic programs can stanch declines in enrollments and rates of retention and graduation. The results are promising but not certain.
The Business Journal talks with Nicola Pitchford, president of Dominican University of California, a San Rafael institution actively involved in local business.