California's College Funding Problem Is Bad But Could Soon Get Worse

Class sizes have increased, courses have been cut and tuition has been raised — repeatedly. Fewer colleges are offering summer classes. Administrators rely increasingly on higher tuition from out-of-staters. And there are signs it could get worse: If a tax increase proposed by Gov. Jerry Brown is not approved this year, officials say they will be forced to consider draconian cuts like eliminating entire schools or programs. While no one is arguing that cutting higher education spending is a good thing, some say that the state budget crisis makes it necessary — and may provide an opportunity for needed changes. Read more at:
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/06/02/us/california-cuts-threaten-the-status-of-universities.html?partner=rss&emc=rss