Colleagues, I have a callout for some short-term assistance to prepare for Equity Week (the last week of October). This ad-hoc committee will meet 4 times (twice in September, and twice in October) before Equity Week to brainstorm events to show appreciation and support for contingent employees (members who are not on permanent lines). This […]
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Colleagues, A message from Patrick Romain, statewide Membership Development Officer. UUP’s popular monthly Pre-Retirement Workshops are scheduled for August 18th and August 20th, 2026. The part 1 workshop will take place on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 12:00pm which will cover Healthcare/Medicare. The part 2 workshop will take place on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at […]
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News Before School Starts
Dear Colleagues, I hope you’re all doing as well as possible as we prepare for the fast‑approaching start of classes. I’ve been holding a number of updates to avoid sending multiple messages, and I want to share them now with care, clarity, and respect for the challenges many of you are navigating. Telecommuting Changes Several […]
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Our Contract Has Been Ratified!!
Colleagues, Tonight, I received word from Fred Kowal that our contract has been officially ratified! What an extraordinary moment for all of us. Congratulations to each and every one of you. This achievement reflects your dedication, your solidarity, and your unwavering belief in the work we do. Please join me in extending heartfelt thanks to […]
Dear Colleagues: As you know, the UUP Contract Ratification Vote is underway! Voting closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, July 27, 2026. If you have not done so already, please take a moment to vote. Active members of UUP, who were members in good standing as of June 4, 2026 (the date the State/UUP tentative agreement was reached), are eligible to vote. Emails […]
Colleagues, I’m reaching out to ask for your participation in the 2026 WNY Membership Organizing Drive (MOD), taking place August 19–22. This initiative focuses on greeting non‑member colleagues in our chapter and inviting them to join UUP. It’s apaid opportunity to help strengthen our membership base and support our union’s long‑term organizing goals. Teams of […]
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UUP Chapter Updates
Colleagues, On Wednesday the Chapter Board has made some decisions that the membership should be aware of. 1) Kevin Ragland has resigned from Treasurer effective June 1. Kevin has been outstanding in this position and we are sorry to see him go. We wish him all the best. Thank you Kevin for your years of […]
Colleagues, Yesterday Fred Kowal sent out this message regarding the contract. I apologize for any duplication of emails, but wanted everyone to see this message. There are good feelings that we are nearing the end of contract negotiations. Let’s keep our fingers crossed and continue to send warm thoughts to our colleagues serving on the […]
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Member in Need of Donated Time
Colleagues, We have a member in need of donated time. If you are able to donate vacation days, please do so by visiting the following link: https://www.buffalo.edu/content/www/administrative-services/forms-catalog/forms-pw/vacation-leave-donation-request.html Please note – the intended recipient information can be left blank. Thank you. Best, Kathleen KielarChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center
Colleagues, The Individual Development Awards (IDA) Committee has reviewed submitted applications and made their recommendations to the NYS Governor’s Office of Employee Relations (OER) inAlbany. The committee is still awaiting OER’s review response. When that response is received, applicants will be notified by UB Human Resources. For other frequently asked questions, please visit https://uuphost.org/buffalo/individualdevelopment-awards/ Warmly, […]