The university grew rapidly throughout the 1800s, attracting students and faculty from across the nation and world.

During that era, these schools attracted the best African-American students and faculty.

At Rice he had a reputation of attracting better qualified students and more highly regarded faculty.

At the same time, schools have recognized that improved food services can actually turn a profit and attract faculty and staff.

The competition to attract faculty of diverse backgrounds is key.

The donation will help grow the business school's endowment to attract top faculty, support students, and create cutting-edge programs to meet market demands.

Others believe it adds to their prestige and helps attract better faculty and students.

The project hoped to attract new young faculty and their families by providing convenient on-campus living.

"Ten years ago we laughed at colleagues in California who couldn't attract faculty because of prohibitive housing costs."

Colleges are creating courses and trying to attract faculty.