New York University
New York University (NYU)
New York University (NYU) is a private research university based in New York City. It was founded in 1831 by Albert Gallatin and a group of prominent New Yorkers, and is one of the largest private universities in the United States.
Pronunciation
New York University is pronounced as /nuː jɔːrk juːnɪˈvɜːrsɪti/.
Etymology
The name "New York University" is derived from its location in New York City, and the term "university" which is derived from the Latin universitas, meaning "a whole".
Related Terms
- Albert Gallatin: A Swiss-American politician, diplomat, ethnologist and linguist who founded NYU.
- New York City: The city where NYU is located.
- Private university: A university that operates as a private entity rather than a public one.
- Research university: A university that is committed to research as a central part of its mission.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on New York University
- Wikipedia's article - New York University
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