Please join a coalition of University of Vermont students, faculty, alumni, and community members in speaking out against the UVM President's Moves to Shutter Programs Despite "Sound" Financial Position. TODAY at 1PM.
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/94627261874...
Passcode: SOS
Facebook Livestream: https://www.facebook.com/groups/556061698629743

In the University's 2020 financial report, President Suresh Garimella stated that "the state of UVM finances is sound" with a $24 million increase in UVM's net position. In May 2020, a budget report by UVM Vice President of Finance Richard Cate indicated that UVM administrators have not touched a $34 million discretionary reserve (or "rainy day") fund. UVM accepted state funds designed to protect jobs while fighting COVID, yet has cut salaries for the lowest paid staff members and is firing faculty. Dean William Falls, last week, has announced the elimination of three departments and more than 25 majors, minors, and programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. This is not only would seriously damage the University's mission and reputation but is also financially unnecessary.

Speaker today include faculty, students, and alumni from three departments—Classics, Geology, and Religion—slated for closure plus campus and community supporters such as award-winning author and former UVM Marsh Professor Alison Bechdel. Moderating will be Ari Kotler, a UVM senior majoring in political science.

Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/94627261874...
Passcode: SOS
Facebook Livestream: https://www.facebook.com/groups/556061698629743

Jan 18, 2025, 7 to 10 PM

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