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Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Welcomes Return to Classes April 6

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The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ and the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Faculty Association have reached an agreement that will see students return to classes on Thursday, April 6 following a two-week faculty strike.

"We welcome this new five-year agreement as a platform for Âé¶¹´«Ã½'s continued success," said Âé¶¹´«Ã½ President Wade MacLauchlan. "The crucial factor in this success, and in this agreement, is a talented faculty dedicated to providing a first-class educational experience at Âé¶¹´«Ã½."

The President thanked students for their patience and leadership throughout the strike, and expressed appreciation to all members of the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ community for showing a true sense of commitment to the University over the last two weeks.

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Board of Governors approved the agreement this afternoon. Details of revised class and exam schedules have been posted on the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ website at . The new schedule was worked out following consultations with students and Deans. The proposal for additional days of classes must be approved by the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Senate. The Senate will meet on Thursday evening.

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