Classes were cancelled at Nipissing University Monday after faculty went on strike.
In a press release, the university says after an intense weekend of negotiations, full-time faculty chose to withdraw their services and commence a strike as of 12:01 a.m. on Monday, November 2.
All classes on Nipissing’s campus, including those taught by part-time faculty, will be suspended. The Brantford and Muskoka campuses will be closed.
“We feel that our offer is fair, and we are disappointed that the faculty has chosen to reject it. As a public sector employer, dependent on government grants and tuition for revenue, the university must demonstrate fiscal responsibility,” said Dr. Mike DeGagné, President and Vice-Chancellor. “The university remains committed to reaching an agreement with our faculty that is fair and reasonable. We hope that our students will be back in class very soon.”
Nipissing has set up a website to answer questions and provide information for students.
