Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Idaho State spells out plan to absorb state budget cuts - Kevin Richert, Idaho Education News


Idaho State University will use a hiring slowdown and dip into reserves to absorb a $500,000 state budget cut. The Idaho State Journal reported Wednesday on the university’s cost-cutting plans — and the social justice backlash behind the budget cuts. “It is the goal of higher education in Idaho to educate Idaho citizens, provide opportunities and experiences, without compelling students to affirm any particular belief,” Idaho State President Kevin Satterlee said in written responses to questions from the Journal. “We respect and welcome all people and support the First Amendment, the free and open exchange of ideas and civil discourse.”