West Virginia University Slashes Majors and Cuts Staff Despite Protests
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The West Virginia University Board of Governors voted to cut 28 academic programs and eliminate 143 faculty jobs in favor of what they say is a necessary step toward financial viability.
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia University will make wide-ranging cuts to academic programs and faculty positions as it addresses a $45 million budget shortfall, with the board’s vote Friday culminating an impassioned back-and-forth between the campus community, students and officials.
The West Virginia University Board of Governors voted to cut 28 academic programs and eliminate 143 faculty jobs in favor of what they say is a necessary step toward financial viability.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Despite shouts of “stop the cuts” from students, West Virginia University’s board voted Friday to make wide-ranging reductions to
West Virginia University has given its final approval for substantial cuts to academic programs and faculty positions, concluding extensive debate among the university's community.
