There’s a referendum happening at UBC.
Voting NO is crucial to your academics and learning opportunities.
A 2-day strike doesn’t hurt UBC – it hurts YOU. At the end of the semester, attending class and reviewing for your finals is crucial.
Among other things, a student strike could mean …
- Reduced participation marks
- Lost opportunities for finals preparation
- Potential loss of office hours – you might not be able to ask clarifying questions of your professors before final exams and assignment deadlines
- Your professors’ political beliefs could interfere with your learning – professors should respect intellectual and political diversity and not let their positions intrude on YOUR learning
The last strike, in November 2024, set a precedent for professors and faculty to cancel classes “in solidarity” with the strike. Some classes were cancelled and others moved online for students’ safety. Cancelled classes cause students to miss out on their scheduled lectures and quizzes. Students risk ostracizing, social implications and even possible academic penalties for acting on their conscience and not complying with a strike provoked by a small group of unrepresentative but well-organized extremists.
Vote NO!
Tell the AMS that students value academic neutrality.