There are 5 ways to get involved in contract negotiations.
- Fill out your confidential membership survey by Friday August 23rd. Return it to a union rep or the drop box on the info board in the cafeteria
- Attend your department specific meeting if you haven't already
- Apply to be a member of the bargaining committee - three spots are still open for supporting committee members
- Do you like talking to your coworkers? Want to be the first to get news during negotiations? Volunteer for the Communication & Action Team (CAT)
- Are you detail oriented, and passionate about a specific issue? Volunteer as a Subject Area Expert to help develop specific contract proposals
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If you are thoughtful, detailed, or just have a pet issue grinding your gears, this is the role for you! Volunteer at the bottom of this page!
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