As we have all heard by now, several cars were vandalized. Acts of vandalism or any type of criminal activity is unacceptable on our campus. The NCCFT asks that everyone be aware of your surroundings; if you see something, say something.
Grievance Updates:
No one was surprised that the Administration has denied the NCCFT’s Step 2 Grievance [...]
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Three rallies were held over the summer to inform students about the impact of recent budget cuts. We posted a video from the second of the three rallies on August 12. Additional videos of the August 3rd rally and August 17th rally with faculty statements can be found on our YouTube channel:
http://www.youtube.com/user/NCCFT#p/u
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As you know, the NCCFT Executive Committee began to reach out to the administration in early April, seeking to schedule a meeting to discuss ways that we might be able to help the college save money. Yesterday we had a chance to begin that conversation. The NCCFT Executive Committee met with President Astrab, Board Chair [...]
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Nassau Community College faculty present this video in protest of budget cuts that include reduction in full-time faculty lines. Nassau Community College has been called the “Gem of Nassau County” and is considered one of the best community colleges in the country. However, today faculty are concerned about budgetary cuts that compromise the quality of [...]
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Thirty years ago today, I was fired by President Reagan for striking with the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) after massive picketing to bring attention to the plight of beleaguered workers. Ironically, the FAA workers are back in the news today being used as political pawns. Anyhow, here I find myself picketing [...]
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What: A Protest Rally
When: Wednesday, August 3, 2011, 12 to 2 p.m. Rain or shine
Where: In the plaza in front of the Tower
Bring your friends. We have a dozen signs for our use. If you feel inspired, make a sign or poster of your own.
Remember we’re protesting the lay-offs, the lack of shared governance, and [...]
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After a number of meetings and conversations with Dr. Astrab this week, we can confirm that three additional lines have been retained. These decisions are being made following the College’s Strategic Plan. We expect to have more information next week.
We will continue to keep you informed. There is still much work to be done, [...]
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The NCCFT hears its members loud and clear, and we are working on a new communication system. We also understand that you want to know what’s in the works even before final details are available. So, with that in mind, we’re announcing two upcoming mobilization efforts, with more details to follow.
First, the next meeting of [...]
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(UPDATE: NYSUT has buses leaving from Woodbury and Hauppauge on 10/2 at 5 AM. One leaves Riverhead at 4:30 AM. The cost if $40 per person. The buses will return between 8 and 9 PM. We have a registration form in the office that is due back by 9/24. Please call 572-7198 if you’d like [...]
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