graduate union

The union representing Indiana University grad students voted “no confidence” in President Pamela Whitten and are exploring a strike after their demands went unanswered.

The GPSG is advocating against the administration’s plan from last fall to create a 501(c)(3), separating Kinsey administration from the university.

The group reports about 1,300 card-carrying members. The workers requested a response from Whitten and the university by Jan. 29.

Many Christian organizations put on an inclusive face but stop short of restorative justice, Rev. Ed Bird said. He wants to address the church’s complicated legacy to make Canterbury House a more inclusive place.

The new contract requires faculty to monitor graduate students more thoroughly. The administration says the rule is meant to prevent graduate students from being overworked, but some worry it will be used to intimidate strikers.