As Chancellor Blumenthal and I communicated last Friday, the University has been informed that there will be a labor strike on Wednesday, March 5. The UAW Local 2865 Academic Student Employees has informed the campus that Teaching Assistants will engage in a strike over grievances that are currently still under review. At this time we do not know the extent of these planned activities or how they may impact our campus.
The University balances the right of employees to strike with the right of the University to maintain its operations and the rights of students and other recipients of University services to pursue their activities without hindrance.
Academic employees are expected to perform their research and instruction consistent with Regents Orders. Rescheduling or relocation of classes must accommodate the needs of all students in the class. Students may experience difficulty finding transportation onto campus or off campus to other locations. Patience and understanding about their experiences is requested.
Campus residents may be delayed at the entrances. I appreciate that this activity causes inconvenience and distress for many of our residents and their families. Please check the campus home page or go directly to a strike information web site prior to travel.
I appreciate your efforts during this time, and I remain hopeful that we will come to a mutually agreeable resolution soon. Questions should be directed to your department or program chair.
