A Resolution urging The Pennsylvania State University and its President to use transparency in closing any of its Commonwealth campuses.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This resolution urges The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) and its President to be transparent about any plans to close Commonwealth campuses. It highlights the university’s historical role as a land-grant institution serving Pennsylvanians and the potential negative impacts of closures on students, communities, and the state’s economy. The resolution calls for thorough community engagement and detailed plans to maintain educational access if closures are considered.
Key provisions
- Urges Penn State to explore alternatives to campus closures.
- Requests the President to carefully consider the impacts of closures on students, employees, and local communities.
- Calls for transparent decision-making processes involving stakeholders.
- Demands detailed plans for maintaining educational access in affected communities.
- Encourages the university to align closure decisions with its land-grant mission.
Who is affected
- The Pennsylvania State University
- Students at Penn State Commonwealth campuses
- Employees of Penn State Commonwealth campuses
- Local communities surrounding Penn State Commonwealth campuses
- Pennsylvanians
Notable changes
- The resolution specifically addresses the potential closure of 12 Commonwealth campuses announced by Penn State.
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