A recent confidence vote by professors at The University of Tulsa showed a majority have a lack of confidence in the leadership of President Gerard Clancy and Provost Janet Levit.

TU’s administration recently began to enact a reorganization plan tagged “True Commitment” and negative reaction to that plan triggered last week’s vote.

About 200 faculty members voted and about two-thirds (157-44) marked “no confidence” on the ballots. About 140 faculty members didn’t cast a vote. The vote was not binding.

“I welcome continued dialogue with our faculty, and, more importantly, the implementation of ideas that positively impact our future,” Clancy said in a written statement. “We share a love for The University of Tulsa. And even with dissenting views on our path forward, we all are steadfast in support of the university we cherish and the students we serve. With this foundation, I’m confident in our ability to face the tumultuous headwinds in higher education.”

The TU Board of Trustees recently affirmed support for Clancy and Levit. The vote was carried out by the TU chapter of the American Association of University Professors.

Administrators say the reorganization is vital for the financial well-being of the university and to keep its accreditation. Opponents say the faculty was omitted from the planning and that the results will damage TU’s academic reputation. The plan eliminates some popular degree programs, based on the number of graduates they produce.

Also, opponents say administrators are wasteful with their spending.

Trustees rejected an alternative plan that ended 32 degree programs and revived 23 (on probation).