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Mercy College Changes Name After 75 Years: 'Natural Evolution'
A college in Westchester has decided to change its name after almost 75 years to reflect the expansion of its programs at both an undergraduate and graduate level.
Mercy College, located in Dobbs Ferry, has changed its name to Mercy University, officials announced on Tuesday, Aug. 22.
The name change, which has been approved by the New York State Board of Regents, reflects the institution's growth and comes as the university adds a School of Nursing to its offerings, which also include other schools of Liberal Arts, Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, and…
William Christopher, Supervisor At New York State Higher Education, Dies Suddenly At 57
Family and friends are mourning the death of a former state employee from Albany County.
William Christopher, age 57, of Colonie, passed away suddenly Wednesday, April 27, surrounded by his family, according to his obituary.
Christopher spent nearly 30 years working as a supervisor at New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC).
The agency helps students who want to attend college by administering the state’s Tuition Assistance Program and more than 20 state scholarship and loan forgiveness programs, among other services.
An avid fan of horse racing and football, Christoph…
Covid-19: Indoor Dining To Close In NYC, Possibly Other Areas; New Rules For Gyms, Salons In NY
The New York State Department of Health and Gov. Andrew Cuomo have made some revisions to guidance for certain businesses as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations keep increasing.
With hospitalizations up to 5,159, the highest since mid-May, and the positivity rate statewide rapidly climbing, Cuomo announced on Friday, Dec. 11 that some businesses will be rolled back to help curtail the spread of the virus.
As of Monday, Dec. 14, indoor dining in New York City will be closed, though outdoor dining and takeout will still be permitted.
Cuomo also said that health officials are evaluating…
All-Time High: It Will Cost $75K To Attend Yale Next Year
It will cost more than $75,000 for students to attend Yale University as an undergraduate student next year, according to the school.
Tuition, room and board will see a near 4 percent increase, with the former being upped to $55,000 a year and the latter up to $16,600. Books and personal expenses are expected to cost an estimated $3,750 for the average student.
This year, tuition cost $53,430; room and board cost an estimated $16,000. The estimated cost of books and expenses will remain the same. The university said that more than half of their undergraduate students receive financial aid, …
