Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) is a public, research-focused university and the flagship campus of the Southern Illinois University system. It was originally founded as a teachers? college and expanded into a comprehensive research-intensive institution offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The university is classified among ?R1: Doctoral Universities ? very high research activity.?

The University of Alabama is a public research university and flagship of the Alabama system. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs and is known for business, engineering, law, and communications. The university emphasizes research growth, innovation, and a vibrant campus culture.

Western Washington University (WWU) is a public comprehensive university known for its strong liberal arts and sciences programs, hands-on learning, commitment to sustainability, and community engagement.

San Jos? State University (SJSU) is a public research university and the founding campus of the California State University system. Established as the first normal school in California, it has grown into a large urban university offering over 250 undergraduate and graduate programs across nine colleges. SJSU is known for its strong industry connections ? especially in engineering, computer science, business, and technology ? and its strategic location in the heart of Silicon Valley. It is classified as an R2: High Research Activity institution and serves a highly diverse student body.

Wright State University is a public research university located in Fairborn, Ohio, USA, near Dayton. Named after aviation pioneers the Wright brothers, it offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional programs across multiple colleges and a medical school. The university emphasizes accessible and affordable education with strong community, research, and career outcomes. It also operates a branch campus at Wright State University?Lake Campus in Celina, Ohio.

Towson University is a public university located in Towson, Maryland, USA, about 8 miles north of Baltimore. Founded in 1866 as the Maryland State Normal School, it has grown into a comprehensive institution offering 110+ undergraduate majors, graduate and doctoral programs with strong emphasis on experiential learning, research, and community engagement. Towson has a diverse student community and a vibrant campus life with NCAA Division I athletics.