Faculty at the University of Oregon are raising concerns about an impending set of layoffs.
The university is seeking 2.5% average cuts across its schools and colleges, in order to help fill a budget deficit. It’s said it will notify affected staff during the week of Sept. 7.
“The decisions we must make are painful and they will have a real human impact,” wrote President Karl Scholz and Provost Christopher Long in a joint statement this week. “We are committed to approaching these challenges with honesty, respect, and a focus on the long-term health of the university.”…