The same day (today, 12-Feb-2020) St. Thomas announces job cuts to their business program, they also announce the "Big Game!!!!!" against their longtime rival that is–wait for it–eight months away.
Trying to mitigate the news cycle impact with their timing is understandable, if craven. But cutting academics so you can take big D1 paydays from huge schools that will wipe the floor with your team? Embarassing and indefensible.