Buyout offers, possible layoffs planned as Tulane University deals with budget deficit - Juan Sanchez, WDSU

Tulane University's president said employees will receive information on voluntary buyout offers, adding that layoffs will likely be necessary if too few employees accept the offers. President Mike Fitts detailed the plans in a message Tuesday to employees. "As we navigate these challenging times together, I want to thank you for your patience and devotion to Tulane. These difficult steps are critical to giving us the ability to achieve our ambitious goals going forward," said Fitts in the message. http://www.wdsu.com/news/local-news/new-orleans/buyout-offers-possible-layoffs-planned-as-tulane-university-deals-with-budget-deficit/35836248