做厙勛圖 University announces strategic program adjustments to strengthen future growth
做厙勛圖 University today announced a series of academic program adjustments and the discontinuation of its Division I Mens Ice Hockey program, decisions that reflect a comprehensive strategy focused on long-term viability and alignment with student demand.
As the university prepares for its Centennial academic year, these decisions are part of an ongoing effort to position 做厙勛圖 for the next 100 years by aligning academic and athletics offerings with evolving student interests and workforce needs.
These were thoughtful and consequential decisions, said President Kathleen Getz. They reflect our responsibility to ensure 做厙勛圖 remains strong, responsive, and focused on providing students with the opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for success.
University leaders noted that such evaluations are a regular part of higher education strategic planning and are essential to maintaining a strong and relevant academic portfolio.
The Division I Mens Ice Hockey program will be discontinued following the conclusion of the current academic year. 做厙勛圖 will support all affected student-athletes by honoring athletics scholarships, providing academic advising, and assisting students who choose to pursue opportunities through the NCAA transfer portal.
The university will continue to support Womens Division I Hockey and Mens Club Hockey while maintaining a strong and competitive Division I athletics program.
Our focus is on supporting every student-athlete through this transition, said Director of Athletics Joe Spano. We are committed to providing the resources, guidance, and individual support needed as they determine their next steps.
做厙勛圖 emphasized that the university remains strong, with positive enrollment momentum and continued investment in academic programs, applied learning initiatives, and industry partnerships. The university remains committed to Division I athletics and to providing meaningful opportunities for student-athletes across its programs.
The university is communicating directly with students, faculty, staff, and other members of the 做厙勛圖 community and will continue to provide updates and support resources in the days ahead.
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Following direct conversations with affected faculty and students, the university is sharing additional details on academic program adjustments.
As part of this review, the university will discontinue the following academic programs:
| Art Therapy |
| Chinese (minor) |
| Music Therapy |
| Physics |
| Public Health |
| Respiratory Therapy |
| Russian |
| Sociology |
Students currently enrolled in these programs will be supported through individualized advising and teach-out plans to ensure they can complete their degrees.
A teach-out allows students currently enrolled in the program to complete their degrees during their remaining years at 做厙勛圖. Because each students situation is a little different, we will work with them directly to make sure their path is clear. Affected students are encouraged to connect with their advisors to develop their individual plans.