Partnership to Further Global Quest by N.Y.U.

New York University, on its way to becoming the first truly global university, is starting a new partnership with an online school that offers free classes to students around the world.

Elite Colleges Rethink Ties to R.O.T.C. After ‘Don’t Ask’ Repeal

Some universities have already expressed interest in bringing back the R.O.T.C., but doubts remain about the number of students on elite campuses who would be interested in a military career.

Former Prime Minister of Britain Embarks on a Global Opportunity at N.Y.U.

Gordon Brown, named a “distinguished global leader in residence,” sees the potential for “a global network university where barriers are broken down.”

In Medical School Shift, Meeting Patients on Day 1

A new curriculum at N.Y.U. is intended to foster more personal relationships between medical students and patients.

Empire State of Mind: N.Y.U., Marymount and Other Urban Colleges Try to Soften Life in the City

Over 64,000 freshmen are about to descend on New York City campuses, where a frat abuts a homeless shelter, and dorms are an island away.

N.Y.U. Abu Dhabi Scours Globe for Its First Students

The new four-year university in Abu Dhabi drew more than 9,000 applicants and has accepted fewer than 200.

Paul R. Garabedian, Calculator of Planes’ Wing Dynamics, Dies at 82

Computer computations by Dr. Garabedian, a longtime New York University professor, helped lead to fuel-efficient wings for modern jetliners.

Your Money: Another Debt Crisis Is Brewing, This One in Student Loans

Is it really worth $100,000 in debt to graduate from a top school? And is it responsible?