Yale Solves Labor Problems

Late last month, Yale University finally reached settlements of two crucial labor problems.

After a lengthy search, characterized by rumors and the embarassment of at least three rejected presidential offers, the Yale Corporation announced the appointment of A. Bartlett Giamatti, head of the University's Humanities Division, as the next Yale president. Giamatti enters office facing the formidable obstacle of a $6.6 million annual deficit.

But there is at least one problem the new president will not have to face immediately. After an 11-week walk-out, nearly 1400 striking Yale University service workers approved a new three-year contract by a 393-30 vote. Under the new contract, the employees will receive 10 to 30 cents more an hour, depending on seniority. But while union officials had sought a one-year contract, the University succeeded in getting the three-year agreement it hoped for.