The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved cuts to four academic programs at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln despite sustained faculty protests and questions about the metrics used to justify the eliminations. Chancellor Rodney Bennett argued the moves would save $6.7 million annually; faculty pointed to hidden metrics and warned of revenue loss and damage to research and grant portfolios. Faculty senate leaders said the vote undermined shared governance and prompted faculty to consider exit options. Critics highlighted that the proposed savings frequently ignored program‑generated revenue and downstream impacts on enrollment and grant funding. The case underscores tensions in program triage processes nationwide, where leadership seeks quick fiscal fixes while faculty demand transparent data and substantive review of program value and future potential.