CSU Faculty Voice: Let the Firings Begin (again)...anyone know what's going on at this place today?

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Let the Firings Begin (again)...anyone know what's going on at this place today?

Just had some information this afternoon that lay offs are going on today in the Cook Bldg--but it's not those whom you would hope would be laid off. About 7 or 8 people in the civil service sector have been let go--some in Admissions. Morale must be at an all-time low.
Anyone else have any other news on this?

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Concerned FacultyApr 15, 2015, 9:03:00 AM
Dear Binta and Joy,

Thank you for reading the blog every morning.

There is a rumor that these cuts are not from actions of the Governor, but rather from legal expenses. Specifically, CSU went to the legislature for money to address our legal problems and was rebuffed. The cuts are an attempt to cover the shortfall.

Perhaps you could ask Mr. Wogan to respond to our concerns.
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