Please see the following from Statewide President, Mr. Fred Kowal, and the attached FAQ: Dear Colleagues: As the possibility of vaccination against COVID 19 becomes a reality for many of our members, we are receiving questions from across the state, both about gaining access to vaccines from those who want to be vaccinated as soon […]
Dear Colleagues, It’s not too late to send a letter to Majority Leader Schumer, Sen. Gillibrand and your member of Congress that we must pass the Federal Stimulus Plan that should deliver $15 billion to New York’s budget. Sending these letters is quick and easy. Just click the link: Pass President Biden’s COVID-19 Stimulus Bill – Action Network, enter […]
Dear Colleagues, Over the last few days you should have received, mailed to your home, the nomination form for the upcoming UUP Buffalo Center Chapter elections. I would like to take this opportunity to encourage you to consider running for either an officer position and/or Chapter Board position for the upcoming 2 year term. In order to continue with […]
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Question for Dr. Gale Burstein
Dear Colleagues, The Professional Staff Senate has arranged to have Erie County Health Commissioner, Dr. Gale Burstein as a guest speaker. The UUP Buffalo Center has been asked to submit a couple of questions in advance for her to answer. Therefore, we would like to seek out your question for Dr. Burstein. Please submit your question, no later than Tuesday, February 9th, to: […]
Dear Colleagues, The Buffalo Center is happy to announce the first in our series of workshops for the Spring 2021 semester: Topic: Intellectual Property – SUNY Policy and Your RightsPresenters: Jamie Dangler, UUP Statewide Vice President for Academics and Tara Singer-Blumberg, NYSUT Labor Relations SpecialistDate: Wednesday, February 17th, 2021Time: Noon – 2:00 p.m. Learn more about the following topics: Copyright and Patent […]
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Reminder – VOYA Opportunity
Dear Colleagues, Just a reminder about the following opportunity from VOYA: Friday February 5th 12:00 – Lessons from The Game: A do-it now Game Plan to get your Financial Life back on track. Please email Molly@TeamIFS.com to register and get your ZOOM ID Are You Neglecting The Offensive, Defense & Special Teams of Your Financial Life, if so… Isn’t it […]
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UUP Higher Education Lobby Day
Please see the following information from statewide President, Mr. Fred Kowal: Dear Colleagues: UUP is excited to share an opportunity for you to be involved, share your voice, and be part of the movement to support our aggressive legislative agenda. One of the most important and substantive ways to do this is through legislative advocacy. With […]
Dear Colleagues, Please be aware that Harriman Hall is housing a State run Vaccination Site while also keeping the Harriman Café open. Members with COVID concerns may wish to avoid using the Harriman Café due to its close proximity to the vaccination site which could be crowded. In Solidarity, Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center
Please see the following from Statewide President, Mr. Fred Kowal: Dear Colleagues, We are at a pivotal moment for our country, our state, our union and our institutions. The need for funding from both the federal government and revenue raisers at the state level is critical. Now is the time for us to continue the […]
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UUP joins the ESCCC
Dear Colleagues, UUP has joined the Empire State Campaign for Child Care. The ESCCC is a grassroots movement dedicated to universal and equitable access to quality, affordable childcare. As a partner in this campaign, UUP will be working with other coalition partners, including providers, parents, employers, educators and advocates. I encourage all UUP members to learn more and […]