February was a challenging month for higher education institutions under President Trump’s administration, with his executive actions creating uncertainty and prompting hiring freezes at even prestigious institutions like MIT and Stanford. Some colleges, notably those serving tribal populations, faced severe staffing reductions. However, many cuts were linked not directly to political actions but to ongoing financial struggles, such as declining enrollment and rising operational costs. Catholic University of America, facing a $30 million deficit, announced significant layoffs and restructuring efforts to address its fiscal challenges.
President Peter Kilpatrick's email emphasized that 'the need for substantive reorganization and consolidation is certain' as Catholic University addresses its structural deficit.
The tumultuous month for higher education came as Trump's executive actions created uncertainty, with institutions like MIT and Stanford enacting hiring freezes.
While some cuts are linked to Trump's policies, many are driven by financial pressures including declining enrollment and rising operational costs.
The severe impacts on federally run tribal colleges like Haskell Indian Nations University were marked by significant staff layoffs due to government cuts.
Collection
[
|
...
]