Tag: higher education

Alternatives April 22, 2025

Why Endowments Are Not a Quick Fix for Universities Facing Funding Cuts

Restrictions on use and the funds’ earmarked status limit how much universities can rely on endowments to address funding shortfalls.

Regulation March 10, 2025

Connecticut Democrats Try Private Endowment Tax Again

This time around, they may have help from congressional Republicans.

Regulation November 1, 2022

Proposed Legislation Aims to Improve Diversity in College Endowment Asset Management

The bill would require colleges and universities to disclose the share of their endowments invested by minority- and women-owned asset management firms.

Risk January 30, 2020

University Endowments Gain 5.3% in 2019

However, the average 10-year return beat long-term objectives for the first time in a decade.