Officials at the University of Idaho say the school’s four vice presidents will now have to approve all new hires as part of a plan to make sure the school is spending money wisely.

The school’s Vice President of Finance and Administration says the change in policy will help the university make better choices and become more efficient.

Interim President Steven Daley-Laursen announced the change Wednesday during a speech to faculty and staff.

The change will mean some positions might not be filled if it’s determined the money could be better used elsewhere in the university. UI administrators say the university is not short of cash, and that the change in the hiring process is to make sure all employees help the university achieve a variety of goals. (AP)