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SIU trustees review FY2025 operating budget; leaders cite improved cash position and enrollment as key variables

Southern Illinois University Board of Trustees · September 12, 2024
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System leaders told trustees the FY2025 operating budget reflects improved state support and a stronger cash position, but enrollment remains the main revenue variable; trustees discussed a $20 million grants/contracts variance, tuition figures and timelines for capital projects including a Health Science Building.

Trustees reviewed the Southern Illinois University system’s FY2025 operating budget and heard system leaders say the university is in a stronger financial position than several years ago but still faces enrollment‑sensitive revenue challenges and deferred maintenance needs.

System finance leaders told trustees the university has benefited from increased state support and improved enrollment in parts of the system; nonetheless, enrollment remains the…

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