Pay hikes at WWU exactly the problem

Richard Davis:

In a single collective bargaining agreement, Western Washington University has undermined state efforts to control costs, spotlighted the tuition bubble, and spurred interest in a new delivery model. Western's mischief has not gone unnoticed.

Pointing to high unemployment and "the worst economic times in 80 years," Gov. Chris Gregoire wrote WWU president Bruce Shepard to express "grave concerns" about the school's decision to increase faculty pay by more than 14 percent over the next three years. Department chairs and faculty receiving promotions get additional boosts.

The agreement is not subject to review by the state budget office or Legislature.

Posted by Jim Zellmer at July 19, 2012 2:23 AM
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