We stand in solidarity with the USofCC’s stated desire for equitable wages. A meaningful conversation between the Faculty Senate’s Executive Committee and the leaders of the USofCC recently confirmed what faculty know — that we are all part of the same college community, including, unfortunately, the atmosphere of increasing professional demands during a time of decreasing resources. We also know that the effectiveness of our work as faculty members is inextricable from the efforts of our staff colleagues. We believe our colleagues deserve a fair wage and wish the union success in acquiring it for staff at Columbia College Chicago.

Signed,

Faculty Senate Executive Committee

Madhurima Chakraborty, President

Jennifer Sadler, Vice President

Chris Shaw, Secretary

Frances Maggio, Parliamentarian

Rojhat Avsar

Jackie Spinner