Portland State University could eliminate three academic departments, with 16 others reduced or impacted by those ...

Three academic departments at Portland State University are at risk of elimination and 16 others could face reductions or other impacts, President Ann Cudd said Monday. The possible cuts come as the ...

Portland State University sees department reductions and closures as a necessary step to a financially sustainable future. But its faculty union says the university should instead invest more in ...

The public institution is grappling with a $35 million budget hole, but some faculty criticized the plan for cuts as “hasty and unimaginative.” ...

On March 5, 2026, Vanguard held a press conference with Portland State University President Ann Cudd. This press conference ...

Portland State’s announcement Monday lays the groundwork for a process that could result in a massive restructuring of the university.

Nineteen academic departments at Portland State University could face reductions or elimination as the university projects a $35 million budget shortfall by 2028.

Portland State University is considering reducing or eliminating 19 academic programs as it works to close a $35 million ...

Announced on March 9, 2026, PSU President Ann Cudd has officially enacted Article 22 to address the University’s budget deficit. PSU is currently in a financial crisis and has been working to lower ...

Students and staff at Portland State University are still reeling from Monday’s proposed budget cuts.

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