Dear Colleagues, UUP recognizes the contributions of adjunct faculty throughout Equity Week, the last week of October. This year, chapters from across the state will host screenings of the independent film, Adjunct, in which… “A writer turned adjunct professor at a local college must deal with the fact that he is expendable to the system and has to […]
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UUP Campus Equity Week
Dear Colleagus, UUP recognizes the contributions of adjunct faculty throughout Equity Week, the last week of October. This year, chapters from across the state will host screenings of the independent film, Adjunct, in which… “A writer turned adjunct professor at a local college must deal with the fact that he is expendable to the system and has to […]
Dear Colleagues, You should have recently received a brochure at your home titled “Planning for Option Transfer for 2026.” This brochure contains essential details about: Important Program Dates: Flex Spending Account (FSA) Open Enrollment Period: November 1 – December 8, 2025 This benefit allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for dependent care, health care or […]
Dear Colleagues, All members are invited to join a special Zoom meeting with Fred Kowal on Friday, October 17 at 12:00 PM. Fred will share insights on how current and upcoming federal legislation is shaping New York State and SUNY campuses—both now and in the years ahead. This is a valuable opportunity to hear directly from […]
Dear Colleagues, Over 12 million people in the United States are struggling to make their monthly student loan payments, and millions more see economic and personal opportunities pass as they prioritize paying down their debt. Does this sound like you or someone you know? Many of these people may qualify for free federal programs that […]
UUP Statewide Vice President for Academics, Alissa Karl will be hosting virtual sessions on Academic Freedom on October 16 and 30. The registration link is below. The work of higher education is under threat like never before. Join your union to discuss recent attacks on academic freedom at colleges and universities in the U.S. and […]
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You’re Invited: Union Happy Hour!
📅 October 16 | 🕓 4–6 PM | 📍 UUP Buffalo Center Office (UB Commons Suite 108) Join us for drinks, snacks, and good company—and bring your retirement questions!George Dougherty from VOYA will be on hand to answer your questions about ORP, retirement planning, and more. Whether you’re just getting started or nearing retirement, this is a great chance to […]
Dear Colleagues, The UUP Benefits Office will be hosting an upcoming Zoom workshop focused on UUP benefits. If you’re interested in attending, we encourage you to take advantage of this informative session.Please see the details below for more information. Best, Kat KielarChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center “What’s Brewing with Benefits”UUP’s Know Your Negotiated Benefits webinar is […]
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2025 WNY UUP Fall Membership Blitz
Hello all, I am excited to announce our chapter’s participation in the 2025 WNY UUP Fall Membership Blitz which will take place October 16-18. The priorities of the blitz are to greet non-members colleagues from our chapter and ask them to join UUP. We aim to have a presence in various buildings at the North and South campus on Thursday […]
Dear Colleagues, All members are invited to join a special Zoom meeting with Fred Kowal on Friday, October 17 at 12:00 PM. Fred will share insights on how current and upcoming federal legislation is shaping New York State and SUNY campuses—both now and in the years ahead. This is a valuable opportunity to hear directly from […]