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Workforce reduction

Columbia College Chicago

IL · Announced March 31, 2026

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Reported impact3 positions affected
Filled positionsNot separated
Vacant positionsNot separated
EvidencePublished reporting
What was reported

Senior leadership layoffs and executive restructuring to close $40M deficit

Stated reason: Budget Deficit

Published reportingColumbia Chronicle

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Other documented workforce actions

At least 14 staff members laid off; the college did not disclose the full totalAugust 21, 2026→6 positions affectedMay 27, 2026→20 positions affectedJune 18, 2025→