Duke Muslim Students Association stands with sit-in students and DSWS demands
The Duke Muslim Students Association (MSA) stands in solidarity with Duke Students and Workers in Solidarity (DSWS) in their occupation of the Allen building. These students are working towards an equitable and reasonable standard for our university, thus living up to Duke University’s commitment to fairness, respect and accountability. DSWS’ demands for transparent investigations of employee concerns, including the case of Ms. Underwood, and independent reviews of university culture are important steps to improving the Duke climate. Additionally, the adoption of a living minimum wage for both permanent and contract workers at Duke, who have historically been subject to discrimination and violence, is essential to improving our campus’ work conditions.