Lead: February brought a concentrated round of program eliminations and staff reductions at a small set of institutions, university reports show. Reporting indicates a handful of colleges enacted deep, across‑the‑board layoffs while others made more incremental staff reductions. Administrators cited enrollment shortfalls and budget pressure as the primary drivers; affected roles ranged from academic advising and student services to faculty lines in low‑enrollment programs. Higher‑ed leaders warned that repeated cycles of cuts complicate long‑term planning, damage morale, and risk accreditation and program viability. Several institutions signaled additional cost‑management measures as they reassess academic portfolios and operational priorities.