Stanford University to host town halls amid funding uncertainties, federal scrutiny

Stanford University to host town halls amid funding uncertainties, federal scrutiny

Stanford University, which began its spring quarter Monday, is facing funding challenges and increased scrutiny from the federal government, according to university officials. In February, Stanford administrators announced a hiring freeze in an open letter to students, faculty, and staff, citing potential funding cuts and tax changes. In its latest letter, sent on the first day of spring quarter, the university has pledged to address those conce…