Excerpt from the Wright State Guardian
The Wright State University (WSU) Faculty Senate met virtually on Jan. 25 and discussed retrenchment procedures, coronavirus updates and classroom upgrades.
Provost’s report
Interim Provost Dr. Douglas Leaman began the meeting by addressing retrenchment procedures currently in motion at the university.
“Financially, the university is laser focused on managing its resources effectively to ensure that Wright State will continue to be here for the students and the community,” Leaman said. “As Provost I have not made any final determinations around closure of any programs.”
Leaman is set to present his recommendations for retrenchment proceedings to WSU President Dr. Sue Edwards on Feb. 6.
A retrenchment committee, formed in December of last year, will simultaneously be presenting their separate recommendations for retrenchment proceedings to Edwards that very same day.
“My retrenchment recommendation to the president will come in the form of an aggregate number of faculty positions to retrench, broken down by the affected college,” Leaman said. “I remain convinced that Wright State can and will emerge stronger, and will serve its students and the community in a way that ensures their future success.”
President’s report
Edwards is set to give her retrenchment recommendations after considering the recommendations of the provost and the retrenchment committee to the Board of Trustees on Feb. 19 during the Board of Trustees meeting.
