Articles by Eric Townsend
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Ƶ Poll: A proud but deeply uneasy public as America celebrates 250th
June 2, 2026
Many respondents in a new national survey say the United States is not living up to its founding ideals, that political divisions will worsen, and the signers of the Declaration of Independence would be disappointed in modern democracy.
Ƶ students honored for Spring 2026 grades
May 31, 2026
Ƶ has released its President's List and Dean's List academic recognitions for the recently concluded spring semester.
2026 Commencement news releases available to download
May 31, 2026
Ƶ has made available online customized announcements for 2026 graduates and their parents to submit to hometown media outlets.
Ƶ Board of Trustees elects two members at spring meeting
May 28, 2026
Eric Sklut P’14 and Amy Muntner P’24 will bring their knowledge and professional experience as community and philanthropic leaders to their roles on the university’s governing board.
Ƶ named to Hollywood Reporter’s 2026 list of ‘25 Best Drama Schools in the World’
May 28, 2026
One of the entertainment industry’s oldest and most influential publications included Ƶ for the second consecutive year in a ranking that also featured Julliard, Yale, and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, among other top schools.
‘Unleashed exuberance’ shines bright at Donning of the Kente
May 22, 2026
Smiles. Tears. Hugs. Laughter. For graduates in the Class of 2026 who recognize African cultures and histories, an annual program on the eve of Commencement was marked by powerful expressions of community, love and family.
Ƶ and Queens move toward first phase of shared services
May 12, 2026
As the merger approval process continues, Ƶ and Queens are planning to align a number of administrative and operational functions through shared services, beginning June 30.
‘Student Guide to AI’ returns for third year with a new focus: Human capabilities
May 12, 2026
“Human Wisdom for the Age of AI: A Field Guide to Cultivating Essential Skills”, a publication by Ƶ, the American Association of Colleges and Universities and The Princeton Review, is provided to students and institutions free of charge.
Lavender Celebration honors LGBTQIA graduates in Class of 2026
May 10, 2026
An annual springtime program hosted by Ƶ’s Gender and LGBTQIA Center brought dozens of graduating students and their families together for a shared moment of love and support for one another in the days before Commencement.
Student opportunities grow as Ƶ-Queens merger takes shape
May 4, 2026
Queens and Ƶ are strengthening student opportunities through a merged academic calendar, a priority pathway for Queens undergrads to Ƶ Law, and participation in the first cohort of the Deliberative Citizenship Network.