The Crimson previously reported that the three schools' discussions are focusing on a not-for-profit alliance that would probably not grant academic credit. They are discussing offering resources related to the arts and sciences at the A.B. and general education levels, Princeton Provost Jeremiah P. Ostriker '59 told The Crimson in an earlier interview.
Dean of the College Harry R. Lewis '68 declined to comment on the alliance's specifics earlier this week but said because of limits on faculty time and resources, the school ought to deliberate carefully before joining any distance learning group.
Ostriker said it might be easier for Harvard to think about joining the Yale-Princeton-Stanford consortium when the details are clearer.
"I've talked with all of the various participants and I think Harvard just needs time to consider," Ostriker said. "We may make it easier for Harvard to decide when we know what the 'it' is."
Harvard spokesperson Joe Wrinn as said the University would not comment on the proposal until the participants have made the details public.
According to Wrinn, Harvard has received many offers to participate in distance learning initiatives, but said each school within the University currently makes its own distance learning decisions.
Ostriker said the alliance would still welcome Harvard's participation.
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