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Dear UA members, Happy anniversary to UA! 20 years ago today, on May 3, 2001, United Academics was certified by the Vermont Labor Relations Board. Since then, UA’s advocacy has improved working conditions for UVM faculty, and UA faculty have supported students, protected academic quality, and advocated for justice. We are celebrating our union with testimonials from UA members on Facebook and Twitter and with underwriting messages on VPR and VTDigger. Three important updates: Congratulations to our newly elected UA Delegates, and thanks to all who stepped up to serve next year! Meet the new slate of elected Delegates here Today, all full time faculty members will receive a ballot to vote on contract ratification. After over a year of contract negotiations, we are pleased to reach this point and to have fought back against the deep and lasting cuts the administration proposed. We had a great turnout for our spring Members Meeting on April 17, with more than 60 UA members attending. Zoom may make these meetings more accessible - something we will take into consideration going forward.
In the spirit of our anniversary, please share the testimonials we’re posting to our social media, or share your own story and tag UA. Better yet, share your union story with UVM staff friends and acquaintances as they vote to organize. In solidarity, Katlyn and Julie
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