University leadership also noted after the hundreds of workers (599 in total) elected to receive voluntary buyouts, fewer employees will be affected by the cutbacks next month. Over 250 faculty members are still considering offers for voluntary retirement incentives.
https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/durham-county-news/duke-university-to-begin-layoffs-in-august-as-almost-600-workers-accept-buyout-deals/