Dartmouth Basketball Players File Unfair Labor Practice Complaint
The university refuses to negotiate with the unionized team, citing legal and NCAA obligations.
- The National Labor Relations Board ruled that Dartmouth basketball players are employees, allowing them to unionize.
- Players voted 13-2 to join SEIU Local 560, which represents other Dartmouth workers.
- Dartmouth argues that athletes are students, not employees, and refuses to bargain to seek a federal court review.
- The union claims Dartmouth's stance violates labor laws and the school's own ethics code.
- A prolonged legal battle is expected, potentially reaching the U.S. Supreme Court.
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