S&P Global Ratings, a division of Standard & Poor's, raised its rating on LIU 2012 general revenue bonds issued by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York from "BBB" to "BBB+" with a stable outlook. LIU's credit rating increase serves as a measure of the overall health of the institution. The indicators considered by ratings agencies include: "LIU's strong market position has been built on improved operating performance and the University community collaboratively achieving the objectives set forth in LIU's strategic plan," said LIU Chief Financial Officer Christopher Fevola. "Our goal moving forward is to grow new, strategic programs aimed at market needs.