Dartmouth Men's Basketball Team Files Petition to Form Union, Seeks Employee Status and Collective Bargaining Rights

The Dartmouth men's basketball team filed a petition with the NLRB to form a union and join the SEIU Local 560 chapter.
This marks the first attempt by a Division I team to unionize since the NLRB opened the door for private college athletes to be considered employees.
The players aim to gain the right to collectively bargain over working conditions like meals, equipment and travel.
Dartmouth and the NCAA have opposed the petition, arguing against classifying college athletes as employees.
Previous attempts by college teams like Northwestern football to unionize have been denied, but the NLRB's stance has shifted.