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REI strike is another example of progressive companies betraying their ideals

Courtesy of Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union

REI, the outdoor equipment company, has long touted its progressive ideals. In fact, many employees said they were drawn to the company’s progressive reputation as a member-owned cooperative…

Recent job postings in the Communication Design department discriminate against international students, students say

Photo by Theo Lim-Jisra

On Sept. 15, the Communication Design department (CD) at Parsons School of Design began advertising three jobs for students in the program – BFA CD Student Assistant, CD…

Part-time faculty union wins healthcare arbitration against New School

The New School’s part-time faculty union won an arbitration ruling against the university. This stated that the school violated the union’s contract after instituting a new healthcare policy in 2021. Illustration by Caitlin Du

After taking issue with a new healthcare plan introduced in 2021, The New School part-time faculty union won an arbitration ruling against the university. The New School must…

Risky Business

Photo: Courtesy of The New School

2013 was a controversial year for student internships. The death of a Bank of America intern after many sleepless nights spent working sparked questions on the way internships are conducted.

A Revolution In Fashion Affairs

Protesters formed a human chain in front of The Gap, calling on the company to support safer labor conditions. Credit: Trades Union Congress-UK

The sidewalk outside of the Parsons School of Design is typically home to an array of stylishly-attired young designers, artists, and the occasional homeless wise man – but…