After months of anxiety about the future of Queen's University, a statement from principal Patrick Deane on Friday reassured worried staff and students that the institution is not facing imminent financial collapse. Let me be very clear that there is no risk that Queen's in any foreseeable future will close its doors, Deane said in the statement. The principal acknowledged the unusual nature of his statement (new window), but wrote it was necessary to set the record straight. She said the harm caused by the provost's comments is visible and significant based on comments from students considering Queen's, potential donors and alumni. The university said the provincial government's 10 per cent tuition cut and freeze (new window) had cost Queen's $179.4 million.

Source: CBC News January 30, 2024 17:55 UTC