New York University (NYU) is a major private research university located in New York City with global campuses. Chartered by the New York State Legislature in 1831 and founded in 1832 by Albert Gallatin, NYU was established as a non-denominational, all-male institution emphasizing secular education near City Hall. In 1833, it relocated to its current main campus in Greenwich Village, centered around Washington Square Park, which serves as the hub for undergraduate and graduate studies across various disciplines including law, business, medicine, and the arts. Over time, NYU has expanded to include an engineering school in Brooklyn's MetroTech Center and numerous graduate schools throughout Manhattan. It is one of the largest private universities in the United States, with a diverse student body exceeding 50,000 and a faculty of notable scholars. NYU maintains a global network with study abroad sites in over a dozen countries, fostering international research and collaboration. The university is renowned for its graduate programs in humanities, social sciences, education, law, and public policy, and is especially known for the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. It is a leader in fields such as film, journalism, and public policy. The NYU School of Law is a prestigious, top-tier law school in New York City known for training leaders in civil rights, international law, public interest advocacy, and producing prominent legal and political figures. NYU's business school is a key part of professional formation and networks for its students. The university also includes a major academic medical center in New York City where Beller completed his fellowship. Notable alumni include Ken Langone, who earned his J.D. from NYU School of Law in 1960 and served as chairman of the board of trustees, as well as eight Nobel laureates and numerous Pulitzer Prize winners. Despite facing controversies over high tuition costs and labor disputes with adjunct faculty, NYU remains committed to innovation and accessibility through scholarships and financial aid programs.