"Saint Rose Closure: Painful Blow to Students and Local Education"

The president of the College of Saint Rose, Marcia White, expressed her pain and devastation over the decision to close the college in mid-2024 after more than a century. The closure was a last resort after exploring various options and cutting programs. Despite seeking a partner, no merger or affiliation was found. The college's closure will result in a loss of educational programs in fields like nursing, teaching, social work, and law enforcement. The impact of COVID-19 and declining college enrollment were cited as major challenges. The college will continue operations until mid-2024 while supporting students through the transition, but concerns and uncertainty remain.