From KLCC (Oregon-based NPR): “The state’s seven public universities have historically been good stewards of public funds, according to the analysis. It notes that the institutions have increased affordability for low-income students and boosted graduation rates over time. But the report also found that the state’s financial landscape for higher education is increasingly uncertain. Years of decreasing enrollment, rising personnel costs, stagnant state support, and federal funding cuts are pushing universities to a breaking point. And to address these financial challenges, universities can no longer operate business as usual.” Read more here.