RENEE MCGARRY AND JESSE GOLDSTEIN We heard it officially this week. The nation has been in a recession since 2007, and we’ve all witnessed CUNY feeling the pinch. Undoubtedly, there are times when we, as both students and adjuncts, feel powerless, and probably times when we feel scared...
Students working on campus at their university are exempt from Social Security and Medicare Tax in the state of New York—as per IRC 3121(b)(10) and Section 218 Modification 242. We have confirmed this with the IRS and the New York State Social Security Administrator, Kevin Mack. This...
Beginning in January 2009, many students at the Graduate Center will have access to health insurance through the NY State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP). Many of us have fought hard for this basic right, and it would seem that our efforts have been rewarded. The Adjunct Project is...
Entering this new school year, it may seem like we got everything we asked for last year. After writing letters, calling the Chancellor, the President, legislators, and a large rally, the latest communications from the PSC and CUNY indicate that soon health insurance for doctoral student...
