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Smart Cuts at West Virginia University

Aug 17, 2023 · Jenna A. Robinson · Comments Off on Smart Cuts at West Virginia University

In the face of shrinking enrollment and a $45 million budget deficit, West Virginia University (WVU) has made the responsible decision to cut many low-productivity programs across the institution. Its … Continue reading “Smart Cuts at West Virginia University”


Did You Know? Where UNC System’s $10 Billion in Revenue Comes From

Apr 22, 2021 · Shannon Watkins · Comments Off on Did You Know? Where UNC System’s $10 Billion in Revenue Comes From

Everything that the UNC system and its constituent institutions do is dependent on a generous inflow of money. In fiscal year 2020, the UNC system received $10.2 billion in revenues, … Continue reading “Did You Know? Where UNC System’s $10 Billion in Revenue Comes From”


A Conversation with UNC System President Peter Hans

Apr 12, 2021 · Shannon Watkins · Comments Off on A Conversation with UNC System President Peter Hans

A new leader took the helm of the University of North Carolina system during a tumultuous time. In the midst of a global pandemic, Peter Hans was elected UNC system … Continue reading “A Conversation with UNC System President Peter Hans”


The Edifice Complex Is a Threat to University Budgets

Mar 5, 2021 · Richard K. Vedder · Comments Off on The Edifice Complex Is a Threat to University Budgets

According to one recent estimate, American colleges in the last few years, in a period of extraordinary enrollment decline, have added 70 million square feet of new instruction and research … Continue reading “The Edifice Complex Is a Threat to University Budgets”


Financial Warning Signs at NC Colleges Expose Existing Problems

Aug 31, 2020 · Shannon Watkins · Comments Off on Financial Warning Signs at NC Colleges Expose Existing Problems

Amid COVID-19, nearly every college—whether a community college or a four-year institution—is facing an unusually tight budget this year. As the economy takes a hard hit, key sources of higher … Continue reading “Financial Warning Signs at NC Colleges Expose Existing Problems”


Senate Budget Is Prudent, Predictable (And That’s a Good Thing)

May 22, 2017 · Jenna A. Robinson · Comments Off on Senate Budget Is Prudent, Predictable (And That’s a Good Thing)

The budget released by the North Carolina Senate in early May sets a careful course for higher education. It includes modest increases over last year’s budget for both the University … Continue reading “Senate Budget Is Prudent, Predictable (And That’s a Good Thing)”


NC’s Latest Higher Ed Budget: More Spending, Less Saving

Jul 4, 2016 · Jenna A. Robinson · Comments Off on NC’s Latest Higher Ed Budget: More Spending, Less Saving

The North Carolina General Assembly’s recently released budget for 2016-17 increases University of North Carolina System appropriations by $168 million, $31 million of which will be dedicated to fund projected … Continue reading “NC’s Latest Higher Ed Budget: More Spending, Less Saving”

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