West Virginia University plans to eliminate its world languages department but is recommending letting students take some language elective courses as it faces a growing budget shortfall
After an appeal hearing Aug. 25, the university’s office of the provost announced Tuesday it planned to go forward with the recommendation.
“While we are committed to providing some language instruction on campus, we will continue to explore additional language learning opportunities, such as establishing curriculum partnerships with other universities,” she said. “Further, we will seek to create greater access to study abroad opportunities, where students can gain language proficiency through immersive experiences.”
West Virginia University on Aug. 11 recommended the elimination of 32, or 9%, of the majors offered on its Morgantown campus along with a wide-ranging reduction in faculty to address its budget shortfall, which officials say could grow to $75 million in the next five years.
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