Reason #101 Why I Appreciate Our Chancellor

Okay, so the number is arbitrary, but the sentiment is true.

Last night, I spoke to Chancellor Shockley-Zalabak about the proposed "Long Bill" and the reduction in proposed cuts to higher education. I asked her what the passage of this "Long Bill" (as is) would mean for next year's proposed tuition increases. She told me that if the bill is approved as is that she would use that money that wasn't expected to be in the budget towards decreasing next year's tuition increase. She was very adamant that she wants to keep tuition increases as low as possible. Right now, we are sitting at a proposed tuition increase of 7%; however, if this "Long Bill" is approved (as is), she believes she might be able to lower it by a whole percentage point.

This good news for all of us in the CU system and for higher education institutions across the state.

The "Long Bill" is being heard in the House tomorrow. Check back soon for more updates.