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Harvard’s graduate student union set April 21 as its strike date after months of stalled negotiations with the university. Union leaders say Harvard has refused to move on wages, international‑student protections, and third‑party arbitration for harassment cases. A strike authorization vote passed with nearly 96% support, signaling strong member backing for escalation. Only one bargaining session remains before the deadline, and the union says a strike will proceed unless Harvard offers meaningful concessions.