9 July 2009 Lincoln University corrects Students' Association error

Lincoln University management has expressed concern at its Students' Association issuing a media release containing grossly inaccurate information.

Vice-Chancellor Roger Field says the University's newly released annual report shows it ended 2008 with a deficit of $1.3m, when all activities of the University are accounted for. 

The Students' Association has released a statement citing a $22m deficit.

Professor Field says he has spoken to the Students' Association, which has committed to publicly correcting its error.

"The University and the Association have a constructive relationship," he says. "The Association makes a valuable contribution to academic decision-making and we are committed to working with it to provide the high-quality academic environment and support for students that Lincoln University is well known for."

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