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Interviews with activists, faculty, students, and staff about the politics of higher ed from a radical perspective.
In this episode we talk with two faculty organizers at South Seattle College about building horizontal rank-and-file power within the faculty union.
Zahra Alavi teaches English Language and Adult Education at South Seattle College and is a member of AFT 1789.
Charlotte Brun is a faculty Librarian at South Seattle College and is also a member of AFT 1789.
Our discussion covers topics such as fighting for open negotiations, the dynamics of white supremacy on the union executive board, student and faculty solidarity, and the importance of joy and community in organizing.
Office Hours Higher Ed
Interviews with activists, faculty, students, and staff about the politics of higher ed from a radical perspective.