Michigan State University recently decided on budget cuts for certain departments, with numerous arts programs facing major funding cuts.

President Kevin Guskiewicz announced that the university will reduce spending by around 9% for the next two years to balance an $85 million deficit. Departments are being asked to lower budgets, with arts research being affected significantly.

MSU’s Center for Digital Humanities & Social Science, also known as Matrix, has lost seven NEH grants. Lasting impacts of these budget cuts could lead to smaller research teams, fewer courses and fewer arts events across campus.

It is not clear yet how these budget cuts will impact the future of students, faculty and research, but MSU is continuing to work toward balancing financial pressures and academic priorities, stating “Unit leaders were instructed to develop reduction plans thoughtfully and strategically, keeping resources focused on what best supports MSU’s core mission,’’ on their website, MSUToday.

You can find more information on Michigan State University’s budget cuts on the MSUToday website.