https://youtu.be/NAiweBvoHwc At Marist University, students aren’t just learning about communications—they’re putting their skills to work. In this CICU Student Story, we highlight North Road Communications, Marist’s student-run communications agency, where students gain hands-on experience working…
https://youtu.be/ODfsT3YJH9c At Marist University, students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of research, politics, media, and public opinion. In this CICU Student Story, we highlight the Marist Institute for Public Opinion,…
New York’s creative sector is more than cultural expression — it is a defining pillar of our economy and our global identity. New York City accounts for 3 percent of the nation’s population, but an outsized portion…
Federal student loan policies are creating new barriers to entry for students who want to become social workers, jeopardizing New York’s mental health programs. New York is facing a growing mental health and…
ElevateED Summit: The New York AI in Higher Education Summit On June 16, 2026, CICU and Google convened higher education leaders, technology innovators, and industry partners for ElevateED: The New York AI in…
The Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (CICU) is proud to highlight a newly published op-ed examining how recent federal student loan changes could impact healthcare education and workforce development across New York…
On February 24, 2026, CICU President Lola W. Brabham testified before the Senate and Assembly Finance Committees regarding the FY2027 New York State Budget, outlining urgent priorities to protect student access, strengthen workforce…
Albany, NY — Students from across New York State convened at the State Capitol for CICU’s annual Student Aid Advocacy Day, joining together to advocate for sustained and expanded investment in student financial…
CICU President Lola W. Brabham and members of the CICU Education Policy team joined independent college and university leaders from across the country at the NAICU Annual Meeting & Advocacy Day in Washington,…
The Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (CICU) has released its 2026 sector profile report, which underscores the critical role independent institutions play in advancing student success. Representing over 100 nonprofit campuses, the…
The Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (CICU) hosted a successful Affinity Group Meeting on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. The event brought together…
