The vote places the union in affiliation with the United Auto Workers and paves the way for UC's seven other campuses.
The GSI's said they need a union because they do a substantial amount of the teaching at UC's research schools. Typically, the instructors receive $15,000 for 15 to 20 hours of work each week.
As recently as December, UC assistants walked off the job, marking the fourth strike of its kind in six years.
The Associated Students of Madison Student Judiciary and Elections Commission members say they are close to confirming the identity of three individuals who attempted to steal a ballot box during the ASM elections last month at the University of Wisconsin.
ASM commissioners said tips have produced three names, and information such as license-plate numbers are being used for confirmation.
Commissioners said if the theft had not been stopped by an election worker and bystanders the election could have been seriously hindered. In addition to ASM committees, UW Police and Security and the Dean of Students Office are conducting investigations.
If found, those responsible for the theft may face consequences from the student judiciary, the university and the Dane County District Attorney.
As a result, Davis is suing the university, claiming the policy violates the Constitution and the laws of the United States. Davis said he feels the university is infringing upon his first amendment rights and said his case is similar to cases in the '60s and '70s in which men defended their right to have long hair.
In the past, the university has contacted Davis about his swimsuit to inform him they had received complaints and that his thong would no longer be permitted.
Robert Kubey, chair of the senate's Committee on Rutgers University and the Public, said many prestigious universities across the nation routinely advertise their programs to the public and Rutgers should do the same.
Kubey hopes the advertising will attract quality applicants. Currently, a committee to oversee advertising is being formed and will include representatives from university groups and divisions interested in advertising.
With more than 20 planned lectures, workshops and activities, students can participate in activities that allow them to experience what it is like to have a disability and watch dramas depicting challenges disabled students face.
Director of RDS Rosemary Kreston said she hopes the week's events will educate students and change attitudes.
-Compiled by Daily Staff Reporter Nika Schulte.
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