Notice of Unfair Labor Practice Strike by Teamsters Local 2010
On January 26, 2026 Teamsters Local 2010 provided a strike notice to the California State University (CSU) Chancellor’s Office indicating their intent to engage in an Unfair Labor Practice Strike from February 17 through February 20, 2026.
Student FAQ
Teamsters Local 2010, representing plumbers, electricians and other skilled trades workers, have called for a four-day strike from Tuesday, February 17, 2026 to Friday, February 20, 2026 on every CSU campus in which they are encouraging their membership to withhold work and join picket lines.
The CSU has not canceled classes. You should not assume that all your classes, athletic practices or events, or counseling services will be canceled.
You should stay in touch with each of your professors, coaches or counselors. You may also check your class portal and university email for notifications of any changes to your classes.
Yes, campus will be open and operational (e.g., library, food court, student union, advising offices and resource centers). Should there be any changes to hours and services or scheduled events, that information will be communicated via the campus website, Canvas, email or social media accounts.
Picketing at campuses entrances may cause traffic delays. Plan extra time to get to campus, especially if you have class or other appointments.
Individuals who are picketing may not block or otherwise obstruct the ability of students to access the campus, including classrooms, other facilities and buildings, or campus services. If you are not comfortable crossing a picket line, you should access campus via an alternative entrance, or contact the Dean of Students Office at dos@csusb.edu / 909-537-5185.
Faculty should never try to persuade you to support or oppose the strike. Nor can faculty require you to support the strike, walk the picket lines, stay away from campus or walk out of a class as part of a class assignment or in exchange for a grade.
The strike does not involve student employees. However, strike activity may impact service hours. You should check with your manager about any scheduling changes.
The university fully respects the free speech rights of our students, staff, and faculty. Retaliation from any member of the campus community for one’s opinion or position regarding the labor dispute is inappropriate and unlawful and should be reported immediately to the Dean of Students Office at dos@csusb.edu / 909-537-5185.
We will continue to provide updates via Concerted Activities website, so check periodically. We will also communicate directly with students, faculty, and staff as needed via email and social media accounts.
General FAQ
Teamsters Local 2010, representing plumbers, electricians and other skilled trades workers, have called for a four-day strike from Tuesday, February 17, 2026, to Friday, February 20, 2026 on every CSU campus in which they are encouraging their membership to withhold work and join picket lines.
Yes, campus will be open and operational (e.g., library, food court, student union, advising offices and resource centers). Should there be any changes to hours and services or scheduled events, that information will be communicated via the campus website, email or social media accounts.
Picketing at campuses entrances may cause traffic delays. Please plan extra time to get to campus.
Individuals who are picketing may not block or otherwise obstruct the ability of students or anyone else to access the campus, including classrooms, other facilities and buildings, or campus services.
If you are not comfortable crossing a picket line, you should access campus via an alternative entrance, or contact the Dean of Students Office at dos@csusb.edu / 909-537-5185.
No. A represented employee is not obligated to strike. The decision is yours to make. Unions are legally prohibited from threatening or coercing members.
Many of our other unions have collective bargaining agreements in effect that prohibit them from engaging in sympathy strikes. Non-striking employees may join the picket lines during non-work time.
The university fully respects the free speech rights of our students, staff, and faculty. Retaliation from any member of the campus community for one’s personal position regarding the labor dispute is inappropriate and unlawful and should be reported to the campus Title IX coordinator. Contact information can be found on the systemwide Title IX webpage.
For information on what offers are currently being negotiated, visit the CSU Labor and Employee Relations webpage.
The university will continue to provide updates via Concerted Activities website, email and social media accounts.