UO Senate speakers call for shared governance

5/26/2011: From Adeline Bash in the ODE:

Among the recognition of the successes made over the past year was a call for Senate and administration to work together to do more.

In a tearful speech, McNelly — recognized for her work to get voting rights for the University’s classified workers — addressed what she said were ongoing issues of disrespect and inequity for the classified staff on campus.

Classified workers have been harassed, threatened, bullied and employees are afraid to report issues for fear of jeopardizing their position, McNelly said.

“It’s gotten worse,” McNelly said directly to Lariviere, who she claimed has not addressed the issue adequately. “We need your help.”