Harvard University Implements Temporary Hiring Freeze Amid Financial Uncertainty

Harvard University has paused faculty and staff hiring due to financial uncertainties linked to shifting federal policies and funding cuts to Columbia University.

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Harvard University implements hiring freeze amid ‘financial uncertainties’ after feds stripped $400 million from Columbia University

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Harvard announces hiring freeze, citing federal policy changes

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Harvard Announces Temporary Hiring Freeze

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In response to substantial financial uncertainties from shifting federal policies, Harvard University announced a temporary hiring freeze on faculty and staff. This decision follows the Trump administration's cancellation of $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University due to failure to address antisemitism on campus. Harvard's leadership emphasized the need to reassess financial commitments and maintain flexibility amid ongoing reviews of discretionary spending and capital projects. The university aims to navigate these challenges while advocating for higher education and ensuring academic freedom.

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: Harvard University implemented a hiring freeze due to financial uncertainties caused by shifting federal policies, including the Trump administration's actions on funding for universities.
UPI, WGBH
: The Trump administration's cancellation of $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University due to concerns over antisemitism on campus has raised concerns about similar actions potentially affecting Harvard, contributing to the financial uncertainty leading to the hiring freeze.
UPI, The Harvard Crimson
: The hiring freeze at Harvard is currently expected to be temporary, with plans to reassess the situation as circumstances allow.
WGBH, The Harvard Crimson
: Harvard is planning to scrutinize discretionary and non-salary spending, reassess capital projects, and conduct a rigorous review of new multi-year commitments to manage its finances.
The Harvard Crimson, Fox Business

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