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Saturday, September 19, 2009
University considering online learning measures to balance its budget - ERIN SNELGROVE, YAKIMA HERALD-REPUBLIC
When given the choice between laying off people or asking them to give back to the school, Central Washington University President James Gaudino picks the latter. "It's trial under fire," said Gaudino about his first seven months on the job. "You don't have a choice. You just do it. You rely on the very able staff to guide you." Due to financial hardships - created in large part by an $18 million loss in state funding - CWU has had to undergo a series of innovative measures to balance its budget this academic year. Everything from payroll deductions to expanding online and distance education classes is being explored.
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