Strike 1

To whom it may concern- The brains of the Union.

You do not know me and I do not know you but I just wanted to e-mail you and wish you all the best for your strikes this week. May I also send you my hearty congratulations on your timing. Truly commendable. I mean, what better time to put students out than the last couple of weeks before the end of term when they will be seeking final advice and study sessions before the epic revision of the Easter holiday ensues! Sheer Genius. I also love just how hell-bent you are on causing havoc. Such determination! Not only is it enough to strike and refuse to teach but also, in case you are the type of conscientious lecturer who feels bad for abandoning students, you are not allowed to rearrange those sessions. Classy- this way, you can be absolutely sure that students aren't getting the time they pay tuition fees for. As I type I am giving you a standing ovation for your innovation in my head. We were even told (3 days before Coursework deadlines) that we could e-mail our lecturers but should not expect a response that day. Of course. I forgot how important it was to man a picket line. I like that you are resting completely from your duties and showing absolute dedication to your cause! I mean, you shouldn't have to put in maximum effort at the end of term like your students will be doing, should you! That would be lunacy! I have only one question to pitch against your genius....How, in the name of all things good, is this rubbing the people that actually control your pension up the wrong way? I'm sure, in your heads, it will be massively effective so, good for you!
So, in conclusion, dear friend, all I can say is that I sincerely hope you got what you wanted out of your pension scheme because another strike like this weeks and the e-mails you receive from students might actually be sarcastic! =)
All the best for a successful week. I hope the sun stays out for you as it would be awfully dreadful if it rained on your...picket line. Your fluorescent jackets look great on you all by the way- I saw them when I came into University this morning. Very fetching. We all like to sport the luminous look every now and again.

All the best wishes,
Rachel Carruthers (2nd year History Major).