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NAICU is the only national organization solely focused on representing private, nonprofit higher education on public policy issues in Washington, DC.
NAICU advocates on behalf of its membership on public policy issues, including student aid, tax policy, and regulation of institutions, with the federal government.
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Whether first generation or the latest generation, Hamline University students aspire to lead the next generation. Through scholarship, service, and leadership, Pipers work to better their communities—local, national, and global.  
Hamline University, Saint Paul, MN
Meredith College, a nationally-ranked women’s college, challenges students to explore their interests, expand their skills, and build on their strengths. At 127 years and counting, Meredith is going strong.
Meredith College, Raleigh, NC
Founded in 1887, Nebraska Wesleyan has earned a national reputation for placing students in top graduate and professional school programs. NWU is among the nation’s leaders in Fulbright scholars, Academic All-Americans and NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship winners.  
Nebraska Wesleyan University, Lincoln, NE