Is it “safe” for untenured faculty to support a strike?
Although untenured faculty members can be non-renewed on April 15 of any year, if a non-renewal appears to be related to support for union activities, such a dismissal would be illegal. Any faculty member or any other College employee who believes they are being threatened, harassed, or intimidated because of alleged or actual expressions of support for the AAUP should inform an AAUP Executive Committee member immediately. Our chapter attorney will take action if necessary to protect the rights you have under our contract (not to mention your rights under the U.S. Constitution). AAUP sent the attached memo to Dr. Wright to help ensure that such incidents do not occur. It is possible that the administration will circulate newsletters, flyers, or other communications intended to upset or intimidate employees (including letters sent to your home address). If you have any questions, contact an AAUP Executive Committee member! You can also send email messages to exec@cinstateaaup.org.
