The University of California System has announced a systemwide hiring freeze and various cost-saving measures, including delaying maintenance and reducing business travel. President Michael V. Drake attributed these actions to significant budget cuts from California's state budget and declining federal support under the Trump administration. He emphasized that any changes affecting the University and staff would be thoughtfully considered. In a notable policy shift, UCs will eliminate the requirement for diversity statements in hiring, although some departments previously utilized this practice. This move follows input from education leaders, advocating for a more structured approach to combat biases in hiring.
The Chancellors and I are preparing for significant financial challenges ahead, as stated by UC President Michael V. Drake.
Drake pointed to a substantial cut to the system in the California state budget atop the Trump administration's disruptive national reduction in support for postsecondary education.
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