October 10, 2008

CARLETON UNIVERSITY GRADUATE STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION:

On behalf of the over 3500 graduate students at Carleton University, we would like to express our support for you during this labour action. We feel compelled to express our disappointment that the university administration is jeopardizing the futures of its own students at Brandon by denying its employees an equitable agreement. Of particular concern is the Respectful Environment Policy. Giving ultimate decision making power regarding complaints to the administration of Brandon University makes this a policy that can be used to threaten both academic freedom and student political activity. This is unacceptable. In order to protect the quality of their education, students deserve a swift and fair settlement for faculty. By standing together, faculty and students can together demand an agreement that is fair and reasonable. We at Carleton are proud to stand beside you, and we hope for a quick resolution.