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Seeing opportunities in markets like China and the middle East, U.S. universities -- including New York University, Cornell and the Rochester Institute of Technology -- are opening campuses abroad. The article notes that this opens up new markets (and revenue streams) for the universities. It could also help to solidify ties with foreign students who might go on to pursue graduate degrees or jobs in the U.S.

[Link to the New York Times]

This report analyzes the University of Virginia's economic impact and involvement in community services throughout the Charlottesville area and Virginia.