CUPE 1975 will commence tomorrow morning at 7:00 a.m. with a full-scale walkout. The University will strive to maintain academic programs during this labour disruption.

The University is committed to providing academic programming and services that support your academic success. You should be able to attend class and complete any necessary course work. Any changes to classes should be communicated to students by your instructor. Professors have been asked to maintain class times and locations to minimize disruption.

Here are some things to keep in mind during the current labour disruption:

• The University will attempt to maintain student services, however it is possible that more time may be required to provide services in some areas and students should be prepared for delays.

• Information Technology Services such as PAWS are expected to continue. PAWS announcements will be used as a means for communicating updates to students.

• Students who are also CUPE 1975 employees should be particularly aware of their rights and responsibilities. Please see "Facts for University Employees in CUPE 1975" for more detailed information.

• Everyone, including students, can cross a picket line. Students should be aware that access to campus for vehicular traffic may be disrupted. If driving, students should allow extra time to access parking on campus or consider parking off campus.

• Students may find alternate forms of transportation such as buses more effective during labour disruption. We have been informed by City Transit that buses will not cross picket lines and therefore bus passenger drop off and pickup locations will be moved to College Drive. Access Transit services will continue to provide on campus service as required.

• A listing of access to campus services will be posted to this site each morning and updated as necessary.

Picket line protocol is also posted on this site. PAWS will continue to be regularly updated. Call 966-6510 if you have additional questions.

David Hannah,
Associate Vice President, Student & Enrolment Services