ST. LOUIS - Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) has announced major staff reductions, eliminating 316 positions and closing 198 vacant ones, resulting in over $52 million in yearly savings.

According to a statement from the university’s chancellor, the decision to cut these roles comes as a part of the university’s effort to address financial issues that come from internal challenges, as well as outside pressure like federal funding cuts. For example, some changes were due to cuts in federal grants, and others were as a result of budget cuts or restructuring to attempt to navigate things like evolving student needs or technological advancements.

"These decisions were not made lightly, and they were guided by our highest priority: our mission," said Andrew D. Martin, Chancellor of

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