Unless the stalemate over sequestration is resolved, July 1 will commence a dreary fiscal year for the nation’s tribal colleges and universities, according to school administrators and advocates. The 37 schools, which depend heavily on federal funds, are anticipating stringent cuts to programs, faculty and student services. For example:
Carrie Billy, the CEO for the American Indian Higher Education Consortium, estimates budget cuts could total $85 billion. “Their basic operating funds are going to be cut this year and for the next 10 years under the sequestration agreement,” she said.
