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The Arts

The Arts The Underground Railroad

New York lay on the central line of the “freedom train” which helped slaves escape to Canada. Today, the State’s independent campuses work to further our understanding of this once clandestine movement.

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Historic Places: If These Walls Could Speak... The Rewards of Creative Thinking The Printed Word Light Show Rare Treasures Extraordinary Lives Artists at Work Food for the Soul Expanding Our Horizons Making History Last Hear the Bells Ring In Tune and Up Tempo on Campus New Homes for the Arts The Fine Art of Teaching

Community Service

Community Service A Priceless Service

Student volunteerism is on the rise - a movement that promises a world of difference.

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Sharing and Caring: Student "Discards" Find a New Life The Many Faces of Higher Education More than a Game Exploring the Future Strength in Diversity The New Education of Teachers Your Vote, Your Voice We Love NY Caring Campuses The Joy of Reading Affording College Profiles in Courage Spring Break Redesigned Emergency Readiness Now Early Awareness Programs and on-Campus Schools Light the Way The Rewards of Mentoring Refugees: Think Diversity, Act Locally

Economic Development

Economic Development All Together Now

Partnerships formed between private colleges and their public municipalities are yielding visible results.

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Fresh Opportunities for Veterans Retaining Brainpower Bridging the Divide Fueling New York's Economy An Industry of its Own Civic Lessons The Liberal Arts Edge Our Towns Getting Down to Business Buying Local Knowledge Economy: A New Market Force The New Market Force: Knowledge Economy (Part II) Higher Ed: A Global Currency Brightening New York's Economy

The Environment

The Environment The Finger Lakes

Few regions in New York boast such natural beauty buoyed by a rich cultural life and a dedication to environmental health.

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Greening New York’s Campuses Strengthening Local Agriculture Shades of Green Down by the River Building with a Conscience Natural Wonder The Power of Water An Ode to Nature Waste Not. Want Not. A Natural Calling A River Runs Through It Fresh Approaches to Air Quality Climate Change Water Conservation on Tap A Commitment to Earth's Climate

Health

Health Shining a Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

The Independent Sector is working hard to unravel the mysteries surrounding autism. Its efforts reach across disciplines and into the lives of those affected by this disorder.

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Fighting Cancer Mind Matters Coping with Alzheimer's Disease Changing the Future of Nursing Health Matters In Support of Seniors Staying Healthy Heart of the Matter Tackling Diabetes Vaccine Victories Checking Up on Medical Healthcare

Technology

Technology Sharing Science

Private colleges and universities are powerhouses of scientific discovery—much of which can be tapped by the public.

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Understanding America: Public Opinion Polling Getting into the Grid Preparing Young Scientific Minds Genius at Work Making Strides in Technology Different Dimensions of Higher Education Thinking Small Growing Business The Promise of Biotechnology Centered on the Future Lighting the Way Turning Up the Volume on the “Quiet Crisis” Teaching and Learning in the Neomillennium Understanding Our Past, Securing Our Future

The Independent Difference

The Independent Difference Campus Collaborations

Independent Sector campuses are forming alliances with each other and public institutions of higher education. The results extend beyond cost-saving measures to yield new ways to serve communities.

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New Routes to Higher Degrees Founded on Faith Celebrating 50 Years: Strength in Working Together Undergraduate Research Enhances the Curriculum