Southern Oregon University pushes back on education commission’s recommendations

Southern Oregon University pushes back on education commission’s recommendations

Under a directive from the state legislature, Oregon’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission recently released a report on spending and efficiency at public universities to ensure their long-term vitality.Universities have faced strong headwinds, including rising costs, declining enrollment and inadequate state support.The report recommends targeted institutional integration by January 2027, periodic program review and a separate salary pool …