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University funding cuts, canceled GOP town halls, IU beautification | Indiana Newsdesk

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Massive cuts in funding and elimination of programs at the federal level by the Trump administration are beginning to affect universities and research institutions. And scholars and scientists are urging Indiana University to speak out against the cuts.

With Republican representatives cancelling town halls across the country, constituents of Rep. Erin Houchin still turned out for one called-off event in Bedford.

And despite the unpredictability of the weather, warmer temperatures mean it’s time to start planting flowers. At IU, the annual beautification has begun.

Originally from Louisville, Kentucky, Perry Metz arrived at WFIU in 2003 following a career in university administration. He obtained his A.B. in Political Science and Journalism, and A.M. in Communication Management from Indiana University. Currently, Perry is the General Manger of WFIU and WTIU. He enjoys traveling, working out, and listening to jazz music.