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<p>i take back this statement from 6 years ago. i was unaware how common the distinction “officer” is. when i graduated from grad school i worked for a columbia-affiliated organization full time, was given the distinction of “officer” of the university and would have had tuition benefits for myself and my (nonexistent) children. it’s clear to me now that many/most people who have that distinction and get tuition benefits would not get preferential treatment for their children in admissions.</p>