And HUCTW's influence likely also put pressure on the University. With 3,600 workers organized, union officials say it is a powerful force on campus.
"We have a long history of raising serious issues and continuing to
raise them until the discussions start and are resolved and not giving
up," says Donene M. Williams, HUCTW treasurer.
Finally, Rudenstine's actions may have something to do with the fear of the unfriendly public spotlight and all-too friendly litigation lawyers that could fall on Harvard if the problem gets worse. HUCTW officials say they used these points to influence the University.
"There are some philosophical and moral questions imbedded in it which any reasonable person would care a lot about, but also it's an area where the University has some vulnerability to being sued and being shamed," Jaeger says.
Deal Near
Read more in News
Panel: Latinos Will Form Swing VoteRecommended Articles
-
HUCTW Attacks University's Labor Policy in Open LetterJust one week after the University and the Harvard Union of Clerical and Technical Workers (HUCTW) released a joint statement
-
On Its 10th Anniversary, HUCTW Is Happy With HarvardLast year, Albert Carnesale's head was a common sight in Harvard Yard. Throughout the cold winter months, protesters representing the
-
University, HUCTW Issue Joint StatementMembers of Harvard's casual work force--who student activists have campaigned for over the last year, claiming they are under-compensated--have gained
-
HUCTW Issues Open LetterJust one week after the University and the Harvard Union of Clerical and Technical Workers (HUCTW) released a joint statement
-
University, Union Ink New Labor DealThe University signed an agreement yesterday with the Harvard Union of Clerical and Technical Workers (HUCTW) which will provide greater
-
Ongoing Contract Negotiations To Bring In MediatorThe Harvard Union of Clerical and Technical workers released an open letter last week explaining the union’s position on the most contentious topics in its ongoing contract negotiations with the University.
