Paxton, Massachusetts – Anna Maria College plans to lay off 150 employees, significantly impacting its Paxton campus workforce.
According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice, the layoffs are scheduled to take effect between June 22 and June 30, 2026. The filing indicates a substantial workforce reduction at the private college, though specific departments affected were not immediately detailed.
The WARN notice, which is required for large-scale layoffs, provides advance notice to employees and state officials. It allows workers time to prepare for job transitions and access support services. Anna Maria College has not publicly released additional details about the reasons behind the cuts.
The reduction represents a notable shift for the institution, which employs a mix of faculty, administrative staff, and campus support workers. Workforce reductions of this scale can affect campus operations, student services, and local economic activity.
For Paxton and surrounding Worcester County communities, the layoffs may ripple beyond the campus. Local businesses that rely on student and staff spending could also see indirect impacts.
Students, including those balancing part-time work or preparing to enter the local job market, may experience changes in campus resources or staffing availability.
Further updates are expected as more information becomes available from college officials or state labor agencies regarding the layoffs and potential support programs for affected employees.
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