The university system, Meehan said, is sailing into some “very strong headwinds,” with lower birth rates affecting enrolment, more competition for students, and people questioning whether a college degree is worth the money. The USS UMass, however, is in danger of running aground even in calm waters, thanks to its overloaded cargo hold.
https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/06/01/editorial-budget-woes-could-swamp-top-heavy-umass-ship/
