RECENT NEWS

• Office of the Secretary of Higher Education Promotes Student Mental Health Ambassadors to Support Student Focused Mental Health Summit on October 8
  Students from Independent Colleges Join their Peers at New Jersey Statewide Student Mental Health […]
• Independent University President, Dr. Dale G. Caldwell of Centenary, becomes NJ Lt. Governor Nominee
  The talent, experiences and commitment to a college’s mission, values and strategic goals influence […]
• Value of Independent Higher Education Realized in Life Saving Event
  The value of higher education has recently been the subject of intense debate, in our state and […]
• NJ Independent Universities Explore the Impacts of AI on Learning Models and Business Operations

  ICUNJ Presidents’ Retreat Provided New Jersey University Presidents and Corporate Executives with Unique and Timely Insights on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence and Government Policy on Higher Education and the New Jersey Economy

  On June 10, 2025, ICUNJ hosted its Annual Retreat addressing the increasingly important topic of Artificial Intelligence from the campus of Drew University. Over 30 people were in attendance at this gathering of university presidents, campus leadership and members of the ICUNJ Corporate Advisory Board to participate in three distinct sessions addressing AI topics that are critical to both higher education and corporations in our state. […]
• Transformation of Career Services to Better Serve Students Highlighted at Half Day Conference
  Students attend college for multiple reasons – gain new knowledge and skills, expand career […]
• Innovations, Collaborations and Cost Savings Prompted New Conversations at ICUNJ’s Annual Networking Reception
  From the patio of historic Mead Hall on the Drew University Campus, one could hear conversations […]
• Higher Education Leaders Testify at Assembly and Senate Budget Hearings
  FDU President and NJ Presidents’ Council Chairman Michael Avaltroni was joined by Secretary of […]