Eastern Michigan cuts 42 positions, lays off 17 to trim budget deficit - Marty Slagter, MLive

Eastern Michigan has eliminated 42 open positions and laid off an additional 17 people in an effort to reduce its projected budget deficit. EMU Vice President for Communications Walter Kraft informed faculty and staff of the cuts Thursday, March 8, noting that the university examined all areas of its budget in determining reductions, including athletics. "These individuals have given dedicated service to the university and they will be missed," Kraft said. "Appropriate care has been taken to ensure those who have been laid off are supported in a manner outlined in their collective bargaining agreements and following university guidelines." http://www.mlive.com/news/ann-arbor/index.ssf/2018/03/emu_eliminating_42_position_la.html