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ICUNJ Annual Networking Reception for Building New Synergies, Cost Savings and Enhanced Services planned for June 10 in Mead Hall at Drew University
As part of a full day of exploration of the issues facing higher education, the presidents and decision makers from the State's independent colleges meet with company and industry representatives during a networking reception offered at one of the 13 private schools...

Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium Promotes STEM Retention through Hands-on Projects and Presentation Experiences
Discovering the next “big thing” is the dream of many STEM majors who seek ways to contribute to the world’s social, health, environmental and economic challenges. The opportunity to do research is critical to offering innovations and solutions to existing or rising...
Second Annual New Jersey Higher Education Mental Health Summit Offers New Concepts and Resources for Campus Staff
Stevens Institute of Technology Hosts close to 400 Student-Facing Staff From More Than 35 New Jersey Colleges and Universities, Lawmakers, College Presidents, and Mental Health Experts During a Second Successful Conference Devoted to Learning and Sharing ‘Best...
Your College Degree is Closer Than You Think – The Entry Point to Your Future May be Right Here in New Jersey
New Jersey's colleges and universities provide in-demand degrees for the in-demand careers of tomorrow! A wide range of degrees and financial aid for eligible residents help put a college degree within reach! The State of New Jersey wants to help students discover the...
Third Annual Presidents’ Networking Reception Honors Student Success
Rider University hosted business, academic and legislative leaders to a unique Blues & BBQ event showcasing the Campus Green and view to Centennial Lake. The Annual Presidents’ Networking Reception, hosted on June 11th, continued to promote the vital connection...
S.T.E.M. Career Opportunities for Students at ICUNJ Universities Enhanced by Two Recent Commitments in New Jersey
The State of New Jersey has long been considered the historical epicenter in the development of technology and innovation. The presence of the iconic Bell Laboratories (‘Bell Labs’) in our state supports the claim that New Jersey has been the ‘Innovation State’ in our...
Independent College President Inaugurations Deliver Vision and Promise
The inauguration of a college president is a unique time in the life of a higher education institution. The history held within sacred halls and rooted in honored traditions are met with a vision for the future. The institutional strengths serve as the foundation upon...
NAICU LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO FUND FEDERAL STUDENT AID PROGRAMS
This summer, the House proposed to eliminate funding for Federal Work-Study (FWS) and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) while protecting the Pell Grant maximum and the Senate proposed cutting FWS and SEOG each by $10 million while providing a $250...
Introducing Drew University’s New President
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEWbOj1LZNo Hilary L. Link, PhD brings a distinguished track record of leadership at prominent higher education institutions in the U.S. and abroad to Drew University. Link comes to Drew most recently from Allegheny College in...
A workable solution to New Jersey’s nursing shortage | Opinion
https://www.nj.com/opinion/2023/06/a-workable-solution-to-new-jerseys-nursing-shortage-opinion.html