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Faculty and students say 'Invest in USM, don't cut'. http://ow.ly/CuTXO
Every Thursday throughout October, Portland Public Library will be holding an event celebrating banned books. http://ow.ly/CuT6P
If you have something to say, let us know! We accept letters to the editor and op-eds for publication. Email editor@usmfreepress.org
Faculty, students to address announcement of 50 faculty cuts in ten minutes at 120 Bedford St.
President announces the cut of 50 faculty, two programs to combat budget deficit http://disq.us/8ke1ye
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BoT voted unanimously to approve the elimination of geosciences, American & England studies & Arts & Humanities programs at USM. Story later
Flanagan says academic schedule at USM is not student-friendly or student-centric, may be causing retention problem.
President David Flangan says he knows elimination process is 'heart wrenching,' but notes that they only cover 5% of USM's structural gap.
UMaine Chancellor James Page reading from a @bangordailynews editorial published it late August http://bit.ly/1sUNMUP
Collins said state funding for UMaine system has dropped to a low of 41%. Says high was roughly 72%, didn't mention when.
Collins says the board listens, is respectful of all opinions, but are charged with making the tough decisions, looking out for system.
Collins says the system has cut down on administrative side and it's time to cut from academic side, that system needs to 'grow its sales.'
Trustee Collins says he has also received many emails regarding USM program eliminations. Says all trustees have been sent copies to read.
Lots of speeches surrounding inaccuracies or need for more data in program eliminations.
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