The Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities (CICU) aims to provide opportunity and access to higher education through fairness, equity, and humanity. New York is home to the largest Independent Sector of higher education in the world with more than 100 independent colleges and universities educating nearly 500,000 students annually. CICU is a statewide association representing the public policy interests of the chief executives of New York’s independent colleges and universities in New York State.
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,
