October 25, 1973: “Close to 30 Monmouth College faculty members walked picket lines yesterday to dramatize their feud with the college administration and board of trustees over this year’s contract.”

The faculty contract had expired in January 1973 and negotiations began in July – FAMCO and administration were immediately and impenetrably at odds. After a hard-fought battle, ratification of the new contract finally took place in March 1974. Among other the victories, the union secured:

• A retroactive 7% raise from July of the last year
• A checks and balances system that allows faculty to have say in tenure and promotions
• Assurance of academic freedom

We live the spirit of ’73, continually pushing for the betterment of our members, students, and university.