Professors' Group Urges AAU to Deny University of Nebraska-Lincoln Readmission
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What happened
Todd Wolfson, president of the American Association of University Professors, urged the Association of American Universities to deny readmission attempts to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The request stems from budget cuts totaling $27.5 million made last year, which resulted in the closure of four departments, including earth and atmospheric sciences and educational administration. Wolfson stated that the process used to make these decisions raised serious concerns regarding shared governance principles.
Why it matters
The American Association of University Professors argues that the department eliminations compromise the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s status as a leading research institution. The AAUP is demanding that the University of Nebraska-Lincoln demonstrate a commitment to restoring shared governance and protecting tenure before being allowed back into the group of leading research universities.
Who's involved
- Todd WolfsonPresident of the American Association of University Professors, who issued the call to reject readmission.
- Association of American UniversitiesThe organization of leading research universities being urged to deny readmission.
- American Association of University ProfessorsThe national organization of professors petitioning the Association of American Universities.
- universityThe academic institution whose readmission to the Association of American Universities is being challenged.
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The entities involved
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Todd Wolfson
associate professor (journalism and media studies)
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Association of American Universities
international organization of leading research universities
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American Association of University Professors
organization of professors and other academics in the United States