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\item The research from ASU's new institutes and far-reaching collaborations is inherently different (innovation is, by definition); like Crow said, “We don't want to ask the same questions as other institutions,” so there aren't yet large circles to cite these early works;   \item Building off the above point, it can take years for journal articles to accumulate even a portion of their lifetime citations (an argument against \href{http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impact_factor#Validity_as_a_measure_of_importance}{impact factor});   \end{enumerate}  Even without these caveats, ASU's progression and the \textbf{the  essence of Crow's New American University model presciently anticipated recent developments in the modern university. university}.  Observing ASU's \href{https://research.asu.edu/}{emphasis} on cross-disciplinary entrepreneurship and innovation (E\&I) through research, one notes similar trends at top-tier universities across the world. With job markets in flux, a rapidly changing economy, and an ever-increasing focus on science and technology, schools attract students and build connections to business through \href{http://college.usatoday.com/2014/07/16/entrepreneurship-programs-foster-student-innovation/}{E\&I hubs}, an explicit goal of Crow's vision for ASU. Rethinking and reimagining research and education at academic institutions is critical for universities and their students to remain competitive. Best of all, science and society will both benefit. Here's to hoping the New American University expands beyond Phoenix, Arizona.