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The strikers are supported by some members of the faculty, notably [[Nicholas De Genova]] and [[Barnard]] PoliSci prof [[Dennis Dalton]], who declared he would join the strike, but continues to consume water and juice. Anti-Columbia singer [[Nellie McKay]] is also an active supporter. | The strikers are supported by some members of the faculty, notably [[Nicholas De Genova]] and [[Barnard]] PoliSci prof [[Dennis Dalton]], who declared he would join the strike, but continues to consume water and juice. Anti-Columbia singer [[Nellie McKay]] is also an active supporter. | ||
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Revision as of 17:02, 14 November 2007
Yet another protest.
General focus areas of demands
- Administrative reform
- Further expansion of Ethnic Studies
- No expansion into Harlem (see Manhattanville expansion)
- Core Curriculum reform
Participants
- Bryan Mercer, 22, a senior at Columbia
- Samantha Barron, 19, Barnard sophomore from California
- Aretha Choi, 19, a Barnard sophomore from Colorado
- Emilie Rosenblatt, 22, a Columbia senior from Illinois
- Victoria Ruiz, 20, a Columbia junior from California
Supporters
The strikers are supported by some members of the faculty, notably Nicholas De Genova and Barnard PoliSci prof Dennis Dalton, who declared he would join the strike, but continues to consume water and juice. Anti-Columbia singer Nellie McKay is also an active supporter.
Lucha is among student groups offering support.
Timeline
- November 7: Started
- Nov 11: Choi drops out
