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| DATE | 2016-09-04 |
| FROM | Ruben Safir
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| SUBJECT | Re: [Hangout-NYLXS] LIU Brooklyn Student Update
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On 09/04/2016 05:25 PM, Kimberly R. Cline, President wrote:
> September 4, 2016
>
> Dear LIU Student,
>
> The fall semester is upon us, and we’re excited to welcome you on campus with
> classes beginning on Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016.
>
> As you are aware, LIU and the Brooklyn Campus faculty union have been engaged in
> months of negotiations regarding the terms of a new contract. The University has
> offered proposals that directly address the most important issues raised by the
> union and respectfully balance the needs of our students and faculty in a
> responsible fashion. The tension of negotiations does not reflect the many
> advances that the University has made. Despite our sincere desire for a
> resolution, the LIU Brooklyn faculty preemptively passed a strike authorization
> vote in May.
>
> Historically, the Faculty Union has instituted a work stoppage on the first day
> of classes on several prior occasions, including in 2011. While acknowledging
> that faculty members maintain a legal right to strike, it must be recognized
> that these work stoppages were designed to cause the most disruption and impact
> to the student learning experience. A work stoppage would cause irreparable harm
> to our students and compromise our ability to fulfill our responsibility to
> students and our students and our community and at large.
>
> As the start date for fall 2016 semester approached, the University was
> compelled to set a course of action to guarantee that courses would begin as
> scheduled on September 7^th . The University has implemented contingency
> planning that provides highly qualified faculty with advanced degrees and
> expertise to teach courses. This will ensure that you will be able to continue
> your studies and campus life without interruption. LIU remains committed to move
> forward with your academic program.
>
> The University’s first priority is and always will be your education. Our
> unwavering focus is to maintain the University’s tradition of academic
> excellence and, by doing so, equip you with the dynamic skills and expertise you
> need to succeed in your chosen career field.
>
> Over the past three years, the University has made great progress in its top
> priorities: providing access to affordable, high-quality education by capping
> tuition increases at two percent through 2020 and continuing our tradition of
> academic excellence. This is reflected in accolades such as notable recognition
> in Forbes Investor’s Guide to College Admissions as well as being ranked: Best
> Pharmacy Grad Schools 2015, U.S. News and World Report; #1 Best School for
> Health Professionals 2015, Payscale.com; Best OT, PT, and PA Programs 2015, U.S.
> News and World Report, and The President’s Higher Education Community Service
> Honor Roll.
>
> We respect our faculty and recognize the value they bring to our University. As
> we continue negotiations to achieve a mutually fair and fiscally responsible
> solution, we remain committed to transparency and keeping our students informed.
>
> If you have any questions, please first contact the Dean of your college or
> school. The Campus Life team, LIU Promise Success Coaches, and Enrollment
> Services also remain available to provide support and assistance. We will
> continue to share information on new developments.
>
> We wish you all the best for an excellent and rewarding fall semester.
>
> Warmest regards,
>
> Kimberly R. Cline
>
> © 2016 Long Island University
I'm not convinced that LIU can replace the faculty with qualified
professors. I'm not interested in taking sides in this dispute, but I
will protect the interest of students, such as myself. I've been in
contact with the NY State Department of Education and the accreditation
Department, and I will follow up when and if unqualified professors
attempt to lecture advanced topics like Parallel programming and Special
topics. I've worked very hard for 2 years to reach the most qualified
professors that exist in the program, and now Dr Kline has kicked them
out from my education. This is NOT acceptable to the students
Ruben Safir
--
So many immigrant groups have swept through our town
that Brooklyn, like Atlantis, reaches mythological
proportions in the mind of the world - RI Safir 1998
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DRM is THEFT - We are the STAKEHOLDERS - RI Safir 2002
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http://www.brooklyn-living.com
Being so tracked is for FARM ANIMALS and and extermination camps,
but incompatible with living as a free human being. -RI Safir 2013
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