To: Derek Thorton, Assistant Vice President of Operations, St. Mary's College of Maryland and Lee Saunders, President of AFSCME

SMCM Staff: Ms. Elsie

Remove "Fired with Cause" from Ms. Elsie's job record!

Why is this important?

Ms. Elsie was a delight to have on campus. This was more than a job for her, she took pride in her work and cared for the students in a way that few housekeepers on campus do. She greeted students and asked about their day, actually caring to listen to the answer. She always made sure students had the supplies they needed. We ask that her status at the college be reconsidered for reasons stated above. Furthermore, because she was fired “with cause” we worry about the effect on her future in terms of employment opportunities and/or unemployment compensation. Because she was such a great worker, and person, we care as students of St. Mary's College of Maryland about her well being the same way she cared for ours.