TO: Campus Community
FR: Emily F. Cutrer, Interim President
Late yesterday, the Sonoma County Superior Court ruled that Sonoma State University may move forward with its plans to discontinue several academic programs and eliminate its NCAA II athletics program in order to address a projected $23.9-million deficit in 2025-26.
While the court ruling affirms Sonoma State’s ability to take actions to resolve its financial situation and provides a measure of resolution, I recognize the difficult impact on our community and so many of its beloved members.
Moving forward, we will continue to communicate with transparency. As the budget-reduction plans take effect, we will focus on a supportive and collaborative process with the members of our campus community.