WIU laying off more than 130 employees - Kevin Schwaller, Central Illinois Proud

Western Illinois University announced it is cutting over 130 jobs on Friday. A university spokesperson said 132 employees have now received notices regarding the cuts. "As a result of the current budget situation, including decreased enrollment, it is necessary to reduce our expenditures, including position reductions across the University," IU President Jack Thomas said in a statement. "We have pledged to work with employees to provide career counseling and assistance with employment searches." A rally to protest cuts, #BuyIntoWIU" was held Thursday night in Macomb. https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/wiu-laying-off-more-than-130-employees/1820545097