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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 engaging business, community and academic thought leaders in addressing the issues facing independent higher education and the students preparing to join a dynamic...
Higher Education Leaders Testify at Assembly and Senate Budget Hearings
FDU President and NJ Presidents’ Council Chairman Michael Avaltroni was joined by Secretary of Higher Education Brian Bridges, HESAA Executive Director Margo Chaly, Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway, Thomas Edison State University President Merodie Hancock and Union...
Campus Events Celebrate Scholarship Supporters and Student Experience Impact
As students prepare for final exams and college administrators completes the details of their commencement ceremonies, time is dedicated to recognizing the corporations, individuals, families and groups that have committed funds to help students pursue a major and...
Independent Colleges Share Facts and Figures Demonstrating Impact of Sector at Annual Legislative Conference
ICUNJ member colleges and university presidents and senior staff were joined by state legislators and staff, congressional staff and executive branch staff at the 9th annual legislative conference held at Rider University on April 25th. The assembled guests heard from...
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...