Public Schools, Budget, and University Consolidation

This week’s Pennsylvania Newsmakers features Jan Murphy, Capitol Reporter for PennLive/Patriot News, who reports on Governor Wolf’s budget proposal to the state legislature, especially how it effects public schools. Then, Jamie Martin, President of the Association of State College & University Faculties, joins host Terry Madonna for a discussion of the economic and educational importance of the 14 state-owned universities, including financial challenges, and the proposed university consolidation plan.