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Back to EpisodesUNT Cuts 70 Programs, Offers Buyouts Amid Budget Crisis
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The University of North Texas is making significant cuts to over seventy academic programs, minors, and certificates to address a budget shortfall. The changes include phasing out linguistics degrees and dropping programs like Latino studies, womens studies, and various minors. Faculty and students express concern over the lack of input and the impact on their future plans. The university is also offering buyouts to veteran faculty and shifting courses online for efficiency. The focus is on degrees that lead to real job opportunities for their students.
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