Monthly Archives: May 2011

Voices raised in solidarity

Posted on May 13, 2011 by admin
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We are far from “Settled”

Posted on May 13, 2011 by admin5

When will we be settled? 1) When no faculty member comes to work wondering when the next shoe is going to drop. 2) When no student is displaced because of short-sighted decision-making from short-sighted leadership. 3) When faculty are considered … Continue reading →

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Redux: MHCC’s Administration just keeps growing and growing and…

Posted on May 4, 2011 by admin5

Case Study #2: College Advancement According to MHCC’s website, “The Office of College Advancement is here to help promote Mt. Hood Community College. Cassie McVeety, is the media liaison for the College. The staff writes press releases to promote MHCC … Continue reading →

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Mediation update 5/3/11

Posted on May 3, 2011 by admin

After 12 hours of mediation yesterday, we are no closer to settling the contract. But we have learned a number of important things about the Board’s positions and mentality. 1) This is NOT about money. We made a package proposal … Continue reading →

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To the Part-time Faculty of Mt Hood Community College

Posted on May 3, 2011 by admin5

Many of you know who I am. I have been a local, statewide, and even at times a national advocate for part-time faculty rights for 15 years. I currently sit on the Oregon Education Association (OEA) Community College Council and … Continue reading →

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