Layoffs expected at UVM

University of Vermont President Dan Fogel says layoffs and spending freezes are likely as the school grapples with a projected $22 million budget shortfall.
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UVM to work with Center for Agricultural Economy

A group of companies in Hardwick wants to change the way Americans eat. The companies are part of a nonprofit organization that they say can show communities how to raise and produce all the food they need. As VPR’s Amy Noyes reports, the University of Vermont will help to develop the model.

UVM to investigate improper contract

A top administrator at the University of Vermont has resigned. And an investigation is under way into how a five million dollar consulting contract was agreed to – without proper approval. J. Michael Gower was the university’s chief financial officer. His resigned on Thursday just after the contract problems were disclosed.