The report calls the literacy program a "win-win," as employees learn new skills and the University gains a better-trained workforce.
But Mills said educating entry-level workers poses a different set of problems for the University than teaching students.
"My view is that this is a stretch for Harvard," he said. "We're not used to educating people at this level."
All employees will receive paid time off under the proposed plan.
The report estimates that this program would cost the University $2,800 per employee, almost $1.5 million per year.
On a Tear
The meeting opened at 3 p.m. as eight members of the campaign tore into sealed manila envelopes containing copies of the report.
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