As the academic year begins, Cornell University is facing disruption due to an ongoing strike by members of UAW Chapter 2300. The strike, which began on August 19, is impacting the dining hall and the student move-in process. University leadership acknowledged the challenges in a recent update.
Despite Cornell's offer to eliminate the tiered pay structure and use a mediator, negotiations have stalled as the UAW demands more concessions. The strike has led to the closure of dining halls for people without meal plans, and the university has called on retirees to fill staffing gaps.
First-year students and staff have expressed frustration over the reduced services, with some expressing disappointment with the quality of meals provided. The strike continues to underscore tensions between the university and its staff, with no immediate resolution in sight.
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