Laurentian University president weighs in as restructuring enters 2nd phase
In a letter published Monday, Laurentian University President Robert Haché is promising more communication and collaboration during the second stage of the school s restructuring process.
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Posted: May 04, 2021 1:15 PM ET | Last Updated: May 4
Laurentian University President Robert Haché says he is looking forward to engaging with our stakeholders . to identify and implement best practices for the future. (Laurentian University)
Two days after deep staff and program cuts were announced, the Laurentian University Faculty Association has ratified its collective agreement but the association's president says it was done under duress.
Students at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ont., continue to react to news the school is cutting dozens of programs and laying off about 100 professors.
SUDBURY Facing massive long-term debts and lower revenue as a result of COVID-19, Laurentian University has filed for court protection from creditors. It s the first time in recent memory that a university has done the equivalent of filing for bankruptcy because their debts far exceed their assets and revenue. In a news release Monday, Laurentian University President Robert Haché said despite being insolvent, the court filing would not affect day-to-day operations and students won’t be affected. All decisions that are made will continue to be made in the ordinary course, and will be done in the best interests of those who rely on us to provide a top-quality education, Haché said.