Yale University

Yale University is a private Ivy League research university located in New Haven, Connecticut. Founded in 1701, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher education in the United States. Recent news articles mention Yale in connection to several notable individuals. Stacey Abrams, a Yale-trained lawyer, is expanding her campaign against authoritarianism. Nobel laureate Joel Mokyr warns that the US risks falling behind China in research, potentially impacting institutions like Yale. Furthermore, Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, passed away after a battle with leukemia; her passing was noted by the John F Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. These events highlight Yale's continued relevance through the accomplishments and activities of its alumni and the broader context of research and societal issues.