University of Akron to phase out 80 degree programs

The University of Akron will phase out 80 degree programs as it adjusts to changing demands.The changes announced by UA Wednesday were based on declining program enrollment. Board members received an academic program review that examined the university's 414 degrees and degree tracks.Ten Ph.D. programs, 33 master's programs, 20 bachelor's programs and 17 associate's programs will be eliminated in the next few years.Administrators say the school will focus on "key areas of strength and opportunit