Stephen Standifird

Bradley University’s new president says he’s ready to address the challenges the Peoria institution needs to meet.

James E. Shadid, a federal judge and native Peorian, has been named Bradley University’s 13th president.

Bradley University Interim President Jonathan Michael says the schools hopes to have a new president in place by the start of the next school year.

Bradley University President Stephen Standifird is resigning.

Bradley University has finalized the controversial academic cuts that have loomed over the campus all semester.

Students say the overall vibe on campus has been dampened as many of their friends and peers are being affected by the proposed cuts.

Faculty and students received emails Monday outlining the proposal. A University Senate-appointed faculty review committee, university deans, and the provost began reviewing programs soon after the university announced a $13 million operational deficit, and a need to cut 10% of costs.

Bradley University faculty fear a tight deadline for spending cuts will irrevocably alter educational quality on the Hilltop for the worse.

Bradley University Student Senate discussed the recent budget shortfall and upcoming academic restructuring with university president Stephen Standifird.

After announcing the $13 million deficit, university administration has closed two student support centers, and further cuts are expected during the fall and spring semesters.