Lewis‑Clark State asks for targeted operational funds as enrollment rebounds

Jan 27, 2025

Lewis‑Clark State College presented its FY2026 budget request to the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee on Jan. 27, citing enrollment gains, reliance on tuition, a multi‑decade weighted credit‑hour formula that reduces its formula funding and a continuing faculty/staff salary gap it says requires additional state support.

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Lewis‑Clark State College President Cynthia Pemberton told the Joint Finance‑Appropriations Committee on Jan. 27 that the college is asking for modest operational capacity enhancements and endowment adjustments as it seeks to sustain recent enrollment gains and close persistent salary gaps.

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