This translation has been automatically generated and has not been verified for accuracy.Laurentian University is suspending admissions to 17 programs as it grapples with a deficit and the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic for postsecondary institutions.
“We’re trying to have programs that are attractive to our students and have market demand. If they have chronically low enrolment then that’s not the case.” “We want the court to order the university to rescind the decision and consult with the university senate,” said Jean-Charles Cachon, a professor of marketing and management and secretary-treasurer of the faculty association. In the long term, he added, the university needs to address its financial situation. Already there have been layoffs, a reduction in contract staff and a hiring freeze.
Stephen Meyer, a geographer and director of the school of northern and community studies, said some disciplines may attract few students as majors, but they produce useful and popular electives.
But of course! I wonder if there is a way to fix this?