August 16, 2006

WMU president fired as enrollment drop persists

Western Michigan University trustees on Tuesday asked President Judith Bailey to step down because of unsatisfactory performance and breach of contract. Bailey was appointed in 2003 to increase enrollment, balance the budget and increase community support for the university. Her current contract ends in 2009. Board Chairman James Holden cited erosion in enrollment compared to other universities, budget concerns and waning support for Bailey.

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