<p>I am going to come to RICZ's defense. I think there are serious questions about the future viability of many New Orleans institutions, including all of the colleges and universities.</p>
<p>As for long term, I suspect that Tulane's endowment will ensure long-term viability following a period of retrenchment. Given that college is a four-year experience, I would have to give serious consideration to sending my offspring elsewhere. I don't believe that the next four years in downtown New Orleans are going to be pretty.</p>
<p>If I were a betting man, I would guess that other colleges in the city may not be as fortunate. I would not be surprised if Xavier is forced to close its doors.</p>