COLUMBIA DAILY SPECTAT NEW YORK NY

The Columbia Daily Spectator, the daily student newspaper at Columbia University, is financially independent from the university and operates as a not-for-profit organization. This means that while they receive some funding from the university and may have relationships with official school organizations, they are primarily supported by advertising revenue and fundraising efforts. As a result, they are able to maintain editorial independence and report on campus news without being influenced by the university's administration or policies. This charge is common for many college newspapers, who aim to provide an independent voice for their campus community. It also allows them to engage in critical reporting, holding both the university and its students accountable for their actions. In this sense, independence is crucial for the Daily Spectator's role as a watchdog for the Columbia community.