Some classes canceled as more than 100 Tufts lecturers launch two-day strike

Lecturers at Tufts University will strike for two days, starting Monday, due to unsuccessful contract negotiations spanning 10 months. The educators, represented by SEIU Local 509, seek a 3.5% annual raise, a cost-of-living adjustment, and reduced workload. With 94% voting in favor of the strike, classes will be canceled for some undergraduates. Tufts' spokesperson stated that lecturers will ensure academic integrity during the strike, while ongoing negotiations still have items related to compensation and workload unsettled. Lecturers’ salaries are reportedly below 80% of the area's median income, prompting these actions.

"After 10 months of unsuccessful contract negotiations, lecturers at Tufts University will strike for two days starting Monday, impacting undergraduate classes."

"The union is seeking a 3.5% annual raise, cost-of-living adjustments, and reduced workload to address salary concerns addressed in prior negotiations."

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