The Kansas Board of Regents has created a new academic review framework, eliminating language that would have been used to definitively protect certain university programs by labeling them as “mission-critical.” Some Wichita State professors criticized this decision, saying it takes autonomy away from universities and gives it directly to the Regents. At the Board’s Academics.
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In light of potential revisions to Wichita State’s general education program, a faculty member said that he is concerned that the proposal would disservice students and faculty. On Friday, George Dehner, an at-large senator for Faculty Senate and an associate history professor, hosted a Zoom discussion, open to faculty and interested personnel to discuss concerns.
Emporia State University plans to eliminate some majors as part of a large-scale restructuring approved by the Kansas Board of Regents. Faculty at other state universities say the move could have long-term consequences for higher education.
Emporia State University plans to eliminate some majors as part of a large-scale restructuring approved by the Kansas Board of Regents. Faculty at other state universities say the move could have long-term consequences for higher education.