MU faces 2 percent budget cut - MELANIE LAWDER, Marquette Tribune

After conducting a review of the national and worldwide financial outlook for higher education, Marquette has asked departments to reduce or return 2 percent of this year’s budget. Andy Brodzeller, a senior communication specialist at Marquette, said the budget cuts are a response to various external reports that predict higher education institutions will face considerable revenue challenges due to factors including the reduction of family wealth and income. “Marquette is not immune to the global pressures felt by all universities,” Brodzeller said. “To continue our responsible management, departments have been asked to reduce or return 2 percent of this year’s budget. The university will continue to plan and budget for next fiscal year throughout the remainder of the semester.” http://marquettetribune.org/2013/02/26/news/cutraise-mu-faces-2-percent-budget-cut-ak1-cb2-ap3/