A hiring freeze. Interesting. In my years of affiliation with Boston University, which is over two decades long, I can recall at least 3 or 4 separate freezes. Some lasted so long, I can't remember if they ever ended before the next one went into effect. This is a great opportunity. I encourage the administration to truly look at what positions are necessary. What positions are wasteful and can be slated for permanent elimination, and where does the University need to beef up its staffing. Also, this may be a good time to do a salary adjustment for those loyal staff members who stick around and are doing excellent work for the students and the University. Notice, I've specifically mentioned staff. Administrative, non-union staff are the individuals who will be most impacted by this freeze - and when it is over, there should be some real recognition (read: increased salary and better benefits) of their impact on the day to day of Boston University.