Despite probation, CBU is hitting all targets and then some
“The thing that I talk to my staff about is creating relationships,” said Lisa Manning, Christian Brothers University’s director of undergraduate admissions. “Our counselors are creating relationships with those students at a much earlier stage, not just once they apply, but even before they apply.” (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian)
CBU went on probation after making drastic cuts to its staff last fall. Now, with fundraising up more than 100%, the university is pushing to redefine its mission as Memphis-centric.
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Christian Brothers University Dave Archer Lydia Rosencrants Dan Harper Ryan FlickingerJane Roberts
Jane Roberts has reported in Memphis for more than 20 years. As a senior member of The Daily Memphian staff, she was assigned to the medical beat during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also has done in-depth work on other medical issues facing our community, including shortages of specialists in local hospitals. She covered K-12 education here for years and later the region’s transportation sector, including Memphis International Airport and FedEx Corp.
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