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St. Cloud State University Announces More Future Faculty Cuts Amid Worsening Financial Issues

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The school is planning to cut approximately 100 more faculty within five years, on top of the previously announced 20-plus faculty positions to be phased out next year. The additional faculty reductions will come from more layoffs, early separation agreements, and unfilled vacancies. million next year, the Star Tribune reported.

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Drake University preparing to cut faculty, academic programs - Zach Tecklenburg, KCCI

Ray Schroeder

KCCI obtained the minutes of a recent faculty senate meeting, which show faculty positions and academic programs will have to be cut. According to meeting minutes, the university has reached an "understanding" with the board to have a plan in place by fiscal year 2025 to balance the operating budget by fiscal year 2026.

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Liberty University Fined $14M for Clery Act Violations

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Richard Cordray “Students, faculty, and staff deserve to know that they can be safe and secure in their school communities. The education department will also conduct post-review monitoring of Liberty through April 2026 to ensure the school executes on promised improvements.

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College Revives Standardized Test Requirement

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The college adopted a test-optional policy for applicants to the Classes of 2025, 2026, and 2027 and a test-recommended policy for applicants to the Class of 2028 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Lee Coffin, the college’s vice president and dean of admissions and financial aid.

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Dr. Kim Cassidy to Step Down as President of Bryn Mawr College in 2024

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In 1993, Cassidy joined Bryn Mawr faculty at the women’s college and served as provost for six years. An expert in psychology, she will return to being faculty in fall 2026 after a two-year sabbatical. It has been an honor to serve as president of Bryn Mawr.”

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Opposition Against Northwestern Stadium Renovation Grows Amid Hazing Scandal Fallout

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Amid a hazing scandal and the subsequent firing of Northwestern University football coach Pat Fitzgerald , some faculty, alumni, and investors are pushing back against the school’s plans for a $800 million renovation of its football stadium, CBS reported. But calls to delay are increasing.

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Bob Jones University President Dr. Steve Pettit Submits Resignation

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Pettit’s resignation comes only two months after he signed a three-year contract extension to remain at the college’s helm until 2026. “My memories of the wonderful people, the incredible student body, and the perpetual blessings of God will linger with me throughout the rest of my life.” We wish him God’s best in his future endeavors.”

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