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Cornell University ends partnership with Starbucks amid labor dispute, concerns

Cornell University has declared its intention to terminate its association with Starbucks upon the conclusion of the current contract in June 2025.


The Ithaca Voice reported the decision, which follows a National Labor Relations Board ruling that determined Starbucks penalized pro-union Cornell students working at its Ithaca locations.

Among the cited violations, Starbucks was found to have denied these students leave during Cornell’s academic breaks amid the unionization efforts.