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Buffalo Center Chapter Election Results

Dear Colleagues, Congratulations to the following members who were recently elected into positions to the UUP Buffalo Center Chapter for the upcoming 2 year term: President: Ken KernVice-President for Academics: Matthew DimickVice-President for Professionals: Kathleen KielarSecretary: Janiece JankowskiTreasurer: TBDDiversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer: Tricia CantyOfficer for Retirees: Russell Crispell Elected to the Buffalo Center Chapter […]

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Buffalo Center News Call To Action Contract Demonstration Event Membership Statewide News

We need 500 members to make a difference, will you lend your voice?

Dear Colleagues, This Saturday, 500 people are needed at the Western New York Contract Rally beginning at 11:00 a.m. outside Rockwell Hall at Buffalo State. We’re shy of 300 now. Can you lend your voice to show the state that their proposals aren’t good enough? RSVP now!   Family, friends, and colleagues are invited, and there […]

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Buffalo Center News Call To Action Contract Demonstration Event Statewide News

WE NEED YOU AND WE NEED YOU IN LARGE NUMBERS!

Dear Colleagues, We need you, your colleagues, family, and friends to attend the CONTRACT SOLIDARITY PICNIC/RALLY that will take place on Saturday, May 6, 2023 in front of Rockwell Hall at Buffalo State, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM.  This is a family friendly event.  There will be a […]

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ENRAGED? ENGAGE! – WNY Contract Rally

Dear Colleagues, We are at a critical crossroads on contract negotiations with the state. Your attendance is needed to show support for a fair contract! A Western New York wide Contract Rally is scheduled for May 6th beginning at 11:00 a.m.. Family, friends and colleagues are invited! Registration is highly encouraged as there will food, […]

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Physical Office Closed Next Week

Dear Colleagues, Please be advised the physical office (108 Commons) will be closed all next week, 4/24-4/28. The virtual office will be limited. In Solidarity, Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center

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You Should Be Mad as Hell!

Dear Colleagues, SUNY’s economic impact in New York State is $28.6 billion. This represents a 27 percent growth in overall state economic impact since 2008. The SUNY system educates 436,277 students, employs 77,900 faculty and staff (37,000+ are UUP), and has an operating budget of $11.2 billion. Do you like the raise structure for a four-year […]

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Contract Negotiations Update

Dear Colleagues, As you are aware, your UUP Negotiations Team Members are entering a critical phase in Contract Negotiations with New York State. UUP and the State remain far apart on several high-priority issues, notably compensation, job security, and telecommuting. Our task is clear if not necessarily easy: we must move the State to address UUP’s […]

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Additional Names for your Consideration

Dear Colleagues, The Chapter has been notified of additional individual who would like to be considered for a position, yet their name will not appear on the official ballot. For Professional Ballots Only: Michael Formato is interested in the position of Professional Delegate. This individual should be considered as a “Write In” vote. As a reminder, when you […]

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Call for Donated Time

Dear 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. In Solidarity, Ken KernChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center

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Additional Names for your Consideration

Dear Colleagues, The Chapter has been notified of additional individual who would like to be considered for a position, yet their name will not appear on the official ballot. For Professional Ballots Only: Joseph Muscarella is interested in the position of Professional Delegate. This individual should be considered as a “Write In” vote. As a reminder, when you […]