The Connecticut State College and University system is trying to close a budget deficit this year after an unexpected drop in enrollment and student say they are feeling the effects of the cuts. Central Connecticut State University and the administrators for the CSCU system say there is no blanket policy or decision to cut classes across the board.The pandemic could be making it harder for some college students to graduate on time. Instead, each department is looking to reduce costs wherever they see a lack of demand from students. They also say faculty can come back to the school if they see demand for more classes in a particular area. The four state universities are still looking at a $36 million deficit, even after $8 million in spending cuts, plus more savings. The system is counting on federal stimulus funds to close that gap.
