SS Higher Education Trends

Johnson & Wales University to lay off 91 faculty and staff

“We simply cannot afford to be the size that we once were,” the private nonprofit’s chancellor said in a letter to stakeholders.

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This week in 5 numbers: Trump eyes 15.3% cut for Education Department

We’re rounding up recent stories, from proposed reductions in prominent federal grant programs to further financial pressure on Harvard University. 

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56% of adults disapprove of Trump’s approach to colleges, AP-NORC poll finds

Half of Republicans supported withholding federal funding unless colleges comply with the president’s policies. But 73% of Democrats opposed the tactic.

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University of Arizona has balanced budget in sight after massive deficits

A preliminary budget plan for fiscal 2026 would cut 3.2% across the board, with the largest reductions hitting administration and university support.

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