Citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin has committed over $3 billion to Carnegie Mellon University. This historic philanthropic investment will support the launch of CMU Miami and includes $1 billion for CMU’s Pittsburgh campus. Read what leaders in industry, government and education are saying about this news.

“Whether it’s life-saving robotics or cutting-edge computing, Carnegie Mellon is a real leader, and this investment recognizes Pittsburgh’s leadership.” 

— Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro

“This is already one of the finest research institutions in the world — best in class in robotics and artificial intelligence, engineering, business, and so much more. It has educated generations of students, and been an engine of innovation and growth in Pittsburgh and beyond. And now, thanks to the university’s leadership, and to the incredible generosity of Ken Griffin, Carnegie Mellon University will be redefining higher education yet again.”

— Sen. Dave McCormick

“Education changes our lives. We’ve seen it. To have CMU join that family in Miami who’s helping build the next generation of leaders and astronauts and computer scientists is really an exciting time for Miami. And Miami-Dade College is certainly so proud to be partnering with CMU on those continued pathways.” 

— Madeline Pumariega, President of Miami Dade College

“CMU Miami is more than a new campus. It is the opportunity to bring students, faculty, researchers and industry leaders together around real problems.”  

— Lip-Bu Tan, CEO of Intel and member of the Carnegie Mellon University Board of Trustees

“We’re positioning ourselves here, with all these resources dedicated to great challenges, to have a real impact. We will have the resources to really address some of these major questions.” 

— David Coulter, Chairman of the Carnegie Mellon University Board of Trustees

“Carnegie Mellon has always been a trendsetter. Decade after decade, we have been at the forefront of innovation. And believe it or not, CMU Miami is going to be at the forefront of higher education innovation.” 

— Joanna Lovering, CMU alumna and founder of Copper + Rise.