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TUSD looks to reallocate $3.5 million out of its desegregation plan

Mar 27, 2024 The proposed changes come as the district looks to retain roles that were funded by pandemic era aid.

Pima Community College increases tuition, effective this fall

Mar 18, 2024 The college says its tuition increase is meant to better support its programs and give pay raises to its employees.

UA President takes 10% pay cut amid university fiscal woes

Mar 4, 2024 The Arizona Board of Regents will approve his pay cut at an upcoming board meeting.

Arizona Board of Regents Chair steps down

Mar 1, 2024 ABOR Chair-elect Cecilia Mata will "assume the responsibilities".

Arizona's public universities extend financial aid deadline due to federal delays

Feb 23, 2024 The board moved to extend the Arizona Promise Program deadline to May 1.

ABOR accelerates financial reforms amid UA fiscal woes

Feb 22, 2024 The Arizona Board of Regents swiftly implements financial reforms following the University of Arizona's financial troubles, amidst controversy over shared governance.

UAGC tuition changes spark student concerns and confusion

Feb 15, 2024 Students at UAGC express frustration over sudden tuition grant changes, leaving some uncertain about affording education.

UA outlines nearly $30 Million in cuts in a new report to Gov. Hobbs

Feb 9, 2024 A large part of that is the elimination of vacant positions.

Votes of no confidence under consideration in UA staff council and faculty senate

Jan 30, 2024 Some faculty and staff at the University of Arizona are feeling left out of key financial planning discussions.

UA announces budget cuts, layoffs amid financial crisis

Jan 30, 2024 If no changes are made, the university is expected to continue a deficit spending of $177 million.

Gov. Hobbs: "I no longer trust the process that is in place" in regard to UA's financial remediation

Jan 25, 2024 Hobbs' letter comes shortly after a Thursday Arizona Board of Regents meeting.

ABOR seals multi-million dollar deal for new UA football coach Brent Brennan

Jan 25, 2024 His base salary will start at $2.2 million and incrementally increase each year.

Former UA CFO retains $500,000 salary in new role amid fiscal challenges

Jan 9, 2024 Former University of Arizona Chief Financial Officer Lisa Rulney, after resigning amid a fiscal crisis, keeps her salary exceeding $500,000 in a new advisory role.

UA faces fiscal storm: CFO resigns amid sweeping financial revamp

Dec 13, 2023 The University of Arizona unveiled major financial reforms amid the departure of its Chief Financial Officer.

AZ school safety task force proposes legislative changes to address SRO shortage

Dec 8, 2023 The task force met for the final time on Thursday to share their recommendations for campus safety.

The Buzz: A legislative look ahead into education policy

Dec 8, 2023 This week we talked with both the county and state school superintendent about universal school vouchers and teacher retention.

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