Overview

• Interim President Jaimie Hebert said six positions were eliminated and the Office of Sustainability and Community Engagement was closed, with Communications & Marketing and Auxiliary Services restructured.
• The structural shortfall disclosed at $25 million has been reduced to roughly $10 million through 10% operational cuts and a 5% reduction in academic affairs spending.
• Cost-saving steps include a single-day commencement, ending a hotel housing contract, temperature adjustments, and shuttle changes that together save more than $1.2 million annually.
• Hebert warned that closing the remaining gap may require additional staffing reductions because about 60% of spending goes to salaries and benefits.
• The administration set a target for fiscal stability by May 2026 and is holding town halls to gather input while prioritizing the student experience and faculty support.