Second phase of WKU budget reduction plan released, over $14 million to be cut - College Heights Herald

Three strategies have been outlined to cut over $14 million from the university. This includes: reducing division and college budgets by nearly $6 million, a reduction of $5.2 million "through savings captured from vacant positions" and using $3.5 million of carry-forward funds. This plan was released by President Timothy Caboni who is currently hold a media briefing on the plan. An email to faculty and staff was also sent announcing the plan. Ten filled staff positions and 20 vacant positions were eliminated as a result of this reduction. Additionally, eight non-tenure faculty positions were moved to temporary funds and one full-time position was converted into part-time. http://wkuherald.com/news/second-phase-of-budget-reduction-plan-released-over-million-to/article_687e3784-4efc-11e8-b6d1-6708728f2bc2.html