California Institute of the Arts
CA · Announced July 15, 2025
Reported impactApproximately 12 filled staff positions eliminated
Filled positions12
Vacant positionsNot separated
EvidenceOfficial institutional announcement
CalArts announced the elimination of approximately 12 filled union and non-union staff positions and a separate voluntary phased reduction in teaching for eligible faculty
Stated reason: A $1.3 million immediate savings target within a continuing structural budget gap and smaller enrollment
Official institutional announcementCalifornia Institute of the Arts
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