Members of the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA), which represents about 800 faculty members, librarians and veterinarians, and the University have now ratified the tentative agreement that was reached Oct. 21 with the assistance of mediator William Kaplan.

In a joint message issued today, Tracey Jandrisits, assistant vice-president (faculty and academic staff relations), and William Cormack, UGFA president, said:

“Negotiating teams representing UGFA and the University worked diligently to reach this agreement, and we want to express our appreciation to members of both bargaining teams for their hard work and dedication.”