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UMN Approves Tuition Hike Amid Budget Crunch
The University of Minnesota just approved a $5.4 billion budget that includes a 3.8% tuition hike for most students — a move sparking backlash as inflation climbs, state funding shrinks, and higher education evolves. Despite nine votes in favor and just one against, students, parents, and faculty worry about cuts, course cancellations, and shifting priorities toward administration over teaching. President Rebecca Cunningham insists the plan protects core goals: affordability, fair wages, and impactful investment — while regents note this trend isn’t unique, as universities nationwide face…
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