16.12.2010 10:54
Students and lecturers at the Moscow State University faculty of journalism have announced an indefinite strike. Artem Khromov chairman of the All-Russian Student Union told the press the aim of the strike by students and lecturer is to call for the resignation of the university rector Alexander Tsyganenko.
"The conflict between students, lecturers and the faculty of journalism at the University has already lasted a year and a half. The rector is trying to implement his own reforms.
It is to lay off teachers, increase tuition fees, increase the number of paid places "- reminded Khromov.
He also said that the leadership of the university is trying to settle accounts with undesirable teachers and students.
"So, on December 13, two of the leading lecturers of the faculty of “Department Fine and Performing Arts" docents V.P. Kosynkin and V.L. Shishkov were dismissed for daring to file for administration to the court.
Serious pressure on the students involved in protest activities continues. In addition, the university decided to increase tuition fees by 10% ", - said Khromov.
"Today, over 30 lecturers and 350 students participated in the protest and. Their number may increase, "- he added.
According to him, the protesters will be present at the university, but will not participate in the learning process.
Next week, students gather to flashmob in front of the Ministry of Education and Science, to demand the resignation of the rector.
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