Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, no public or independent institution of higher education or its employees shall be liable for damages resulting from any exercise of judgment or discretion in connection with the performance of their duties unless the actions evidence a reckless disregard for the duties imposed by this act. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to grant immunity to any person causing damage by his willful, wanton or grossly negligent act of commission or omission.
N.J.S. § 18A:61E-6