May 8, 2026

higher education budget cuts

Duke University cuts 9 million through buyouts and building closures amid US federal funding reductions – The Times of India

Duke University cuts $299 million through buyouts and building closures amid US federal funding reductions – The Times of India

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Duke University slashes $299 million through buyouts and closures amid US federal funding cuts. (AP Photo) Duke University has cut $299 million in spending through staff buyouts and building closures as it responds to reductions in US federal funding that have affected higher education institutions nationwide.The measures follow policy changes introduced after President Donald Trump’s…

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Challenges and choices: What lies ahead for US research universities this fall – The Times of India

Challenges and choices: What lies ahead for US research universities this fall – The Times of India

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As the fall semester begins, America’s research universities face a pivotal moment. Federal policies, funding decisions, and political interventions have combined to create a landscape of uncertainty, raising urgent questions about enrollment, budgets, research funding, and faculty governance. The decisions taken in the coming months will shape the future of US higher education, affecting its…

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