Columbia College Chicago adjunct faculty ratify deal
Leaders of the adjunct faculty union said 99.7% of members approved the agreement. Part-time instructors will return to class after winter break.
Leaders of the adjunct faculty union said 99.7% of members approved the agreement. Part-time instructors will return to class after winter break.
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