While most NYU students probably set out to enjoy the lovely October sunshine this past weekend, a select few with particular drive gathered at the Stern School of Business to partake in the Lean Startup Machine, the most intensive workshop arranged by the Berkley Center so far this fall.

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Yet I agree with John: I would like Jamie to be able to follow her heart to the best school she can, rather than feel obliged to select a lower-cost option.

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The House of Commons education select committee recently called for a pay system that reflected the different contributions of school staff.

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The President will select a national winner from these three finalists and will visit the winning high school to deliver the commencement later this spring.

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It aims to select a well-rounded class that reflects the talent, leadership, internationalism and diversity to which the school aspires.

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