Student protesters barricaded themselves inside Wheeler Hall at 6 am this morning. They have been joined by an energetic group of supporters who are rallying outside the building. Those inside and outside Wheeler are united in opposition to the fee hikes approved yesterday and in their concern for the future of public education in California. While UC Police have cordoned off the building and are attempting to break in, as of this writing, the students remain in control of Wheeler and are still inside.
A banner in support of the student take-over of Wheeler Hall
Students inside the building speak to the crowd
Protesters march to oppose the fee increases and to support the escalation
Red face paint, clothing, and arm bands abound
Students formed a line around the strikers
Police monitoring the crowd
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I can support peaceful protests, but occupying classrooms and pulling fire alarms all over campus? The state is bankrupt. We’re facing huge budget cuts. Where do they propose to get the money from?
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