“We are greatly disappointed that the National Labor
Relations Board (NLRB) has overturned decades of legal precedent and
academic practice with a ruling that represents a sweeping expansion of
federal authority. This misguided decision turns all students into
potential employees who could be organized, even undergraduate students
in federal work-study positions. Such a development would decrease
opportunities for campus jobs that help students, particularly those
from low- and middle-income families, finance their education and drive
up administrative costs.
In an era where so many are worried about the costs of college, this
is a big step in the wrong direction. We strongly disagree with this
decision and continue to believe that students should be treated as
students, not employees, until Congress says otherwise. Given the
current makeup of the Board, we were prepared for a decision against
Columbia University (NY). However, it is surprising and disturbing that
the Board has sanctioned such an unprecedented federal intrusion.”
MEDIA CONTACT: Jon Riskind ▪ 202-939-9453 ▪ jriskind@acenet.edu