Dave Hutchinson, NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
BRANCHBURG — Negotiations for a new contract between professors at Raritan Valley Community College and school representatives have reached an impasse over healthcare costs and talks are entering mediation, according to a news release from the American Federation of Teachers New Jersey.
More than 100 faculty members and students staged a rally Tuesday afternoon at the college. They also plan to attend a Feb. 16 board of trustees meeting to voice their displeasure with negotiations, according to the release.
Full-time and adjunct faculty have been working without a contract since July, said acting union president Bick Treut, a communication studies professor.
“We’re hurting,” said Treut. “And, we’re sad. This is a fantastic institution. We launch our students into bright futures. We are educated, dedicated, and effective. We deserve a fair contract. We have seen our take home pay shrink every year since 2011.”
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