Consulting Firm Proposes Drastic Cuts to Southern Oregon University

Consulting firm proposes drastic cuts to Southern Oregon University

A new plan from Deloitte Consulting to stabilize Southern Oregon University calls for cutting academic programs, outsourcing administrative operations and leasing campus buildings to generate revenue.Deloitte released its full plan Monday, warning the university must make drastic cuts to remain viable or risk winding down.The report expands on last week’s preview, including greater emphasis on philanthropic support.It also specifies academic pro…

SOU Receives Backlash To Cut Back Plan: Protestors & Speakers Plea "Save Our University" | The Ashland Chronicle-Oregon

SOU Receives Vivid Backlash to Cut Back Plan Protesters and Speakers Pleaded to “Save Our University” May 6, 2026 By Julie Akins   (Ashland) The small conference room at Hannon Library was full; a few stood, while the long table of speakers and trustees sat nervously waiting for what was billed as a “listening session” about proposed cuts of up to $20 million at Southern Oregon University. It was the first time the public was allowed to speak ab…

'Save Southern Oregon University Coalition' to host town hall on Wednesday

ASHLAND, Ore. – Southern Oregon University (SOU) students and community members will be holding a public town hall Wednesday night to discuss opinions, concerns, and a plan of action for the future of SOU. The Save Southern Oregon University town hall is planned for 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday at the Medford Public Library. […] The post ‘Save Southern Oregon University Coalition’ to host town hall on Wednesday appeared first on KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-…