We understand that the closing of campus is necessary in these uncertain times.

However, we believe that we, the workers in your dining halls and cafes, should not bear any additional financial burdens during this crisis. While we prepare individually to do our part and take necessary measures to keep our communities safe, we need assurances that we will have income protections. If we do not work, we do not get paid, and unemployment will not guarantee enough income to meet our basic needs.

Our personal budgets cannot handle this disruption to our earnings. We are urging the University to commit to guaranteeing us full pay for our lost hours of work for the duration of the normal academic semester. 

Don't forget about us!