WKU faces growing budget deficit - Emily DeLetter, College Heights Herald

President Timothy Caboni estimated that WKU could have a budget deficit of almost $40 million, if statewide budget cuts proposed by Gov. Matt Bevin go into effect. WKU would lose $4.6 million a year from state funding, which would go on top of the more than $15 million deficit the university has already acquired, according to a statement from the university. In a meeting with College Heights Herald editors, Caboni said there will be difficult decisions that have to be made, including looking at a “reduction of staff.” “I want to be clear, these are going to be incredibly difficult conversations during the next several months,” Caboni said. “They have significant implications for programs, some programs, but more importantly, will affect individuals and their families.” http://wkuherald.com/news/wku-faces-growing-budget-deficit/article_8a554a80-ffcb-11e7-ba02-93676f6aee1b.html