Sonoma State University announced a contentious proposal this spring to cut $24 million dollars by eliminating six academic departments entirely, and another two dozen degree programs, in addition to cutting all NCAA Division II sports, among other measures.

A geology student shares what's at stake for the field and for students and faculty who are mourning the possible loss of a "home away from home."

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Education Beat is a weekly podcast, hosted by EdSource's Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald.

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