MT VERNON, Iowa (KCRG) - Cornell College announced it will eliminate several liberal arts programs, including elements of its music program and multiple religion majors, leaving students uncertain about their academic futures.

The college, which serves about 1,000 students, made the announcement Friday in a letter to students and staff. Administrators cited declining enrollment and interest in the affected programs as reasons for the cuts.

The eliminated programs include music performance, classical studies, several language programs, and music education. The college also plans to remove French and German majors, while retaining Spanish classes as a minor option only.

Gabriella Niewoehner, a Cornell College freshman pursuing a degree in music education, said she chose the school specifi

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