SCSU will do it's best to keep you updated on the latest information in regards to the ​College Employer Council (CEC) and the OPSEU CAAT-A union bargaining

We will be updating this page as frequently as possible. If you have questions please contact our President Ahmad Alkosani in the contact form below. ​

What is A strike?

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• A strike may take different forms. In general, it is a refusal to work in the normal way that is designed to slow down, disrupt, or stop operations. A strike is organized by a Union as a form of protest typically in an attempt to force the employer to agree to their demands.

what are the different forms of a strike?​

• Work-to-rule, partial walk-out, rotating strike, and full walk-out are all forms of strike.
• In work-to-rule, employees perform only the duties that have been assigned, strictly adhering to policy and contract obligations.
• In a partial walk-out, employees refuse to perform some of their assigned duties.  
• In a rotating strike, employees walk out entirely for short periods of time at different institutions.
• In a full walk-out strike, employees withdraw all their services and choose to walk the picket line.

what is work-to-rule?

• In work-to-rule, employees perform only the duties that have been assigned, strictly adhering to policy and contract obligations.

will classes still run during work-to-rule?

• In work-to-rule, teachers continue to teach their classes and perform duties as assigned.

How long will a strike last?

• Currently, the Union has been engaged in strike action since December 18, 2021.
• In 2017, the Union engaged in a full walk-out strike that lasted for more than 5 weeks. Students were still able to complete their semester.
• They can last for a day or for an extended period of time
  

Will work-to-rule effect my classes?

• Work-to-rule should not affect your classes.
• Work-to-rule means employees continue to do their job performing duties they have been assigned such as teaching and grading.

What is this strike about?

We encourage you to read both sides of the progression of the negotiations to form opinions. You can find information from both sides here:
OPSEU (Faculty Union) 
CEC (College Employer Council)

What is SCSU's role during the strike?

We are committed to providing you facts and most unbias information to you the students so you can stay informed. We are committed to hear your concerns and find answers as well as keeping your voices heard at both sides of the table. We want students education to not be effected so you can complete your semester, just as you planned.