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Nine Majors Cut at Eastern Washington | Spokane News
Eastern Washington University’s Board of Trustees made a bold, unanimous decision to eliminate nine degree programs—including Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies, Data Science, and Applied Mathematics—effective fall 2026, sparking fierce backlash from students, faculty, and alumni who argue these vital programs foster critical thinking and prepare students for diverse careers. Based on a “ten-five criterion,” programs with low graduation numbers were targeted, though courses will remain open and related centers will be supported. The administration’s move, despite faculty opposition, aims…
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