CSU Faculty to Strike Over Failed Salary Negotiations

California Faculty Association rejects 5% raise proposal, demands 12% to keep up with inflation.

Thousands of faculty members across the California State University (CSU) system are set to strike from Monday, Jan. 22 to Friday, Jan. 26, following failed labor contract negotiations.
The California Faculty Association (CFA) rejected a 5% salary increase proposal from the CSU, demanding a 12% pay raise to keep up with inflation and improve conditions for the lowest-paid members.
The CSU argues that the 12% salary raise proposal isn't financially feasible, as it would cost about $380 million per year in new spending.
The CFA also seeks additional provisions in the new contract, including more mental health counselors for students, expanded parental leave, and manageable workloads for faculty.
Despite the strike, the CSU assures that all campuses will remain open and operational, and students will be notified if their classes are cancelled.