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Buffalo Center News News

New Limited Virtual Office Hours

Dear Members, I want to share an important update regarding our UUP office operations and staffing for the coming months. Due to limited staffing, our office will be operating virtually only until further notice. We will not be holding in‑person meetings during this period. Our virtual office hours will be: With reduced office staff until the end […]

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Contract Education

Individual Development Awards (IDA’S)

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, […]

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Event News

Tops Shooting Day of Service and Remembrance: Start with Service, End in Community

Colleagues, We invite you to participate in the May 14, 2026 – Day of Service & Remembrance: Start with Service – End in Community, a city-wide day of service, action, and connection, honoring the lives lost in Buffalo, NY. On May 14, 2022, ten lives were stolen in an act of white supremacist violence at […]

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Contract Event Meeting

Contract Negotiations Update – May 5 @ 12 PM

Colleagues, Fred Kowal will also be zooming into Buffalo Center Chapter on May 13th @ 1pm. Registration form For those that are unable to attend the May 13th session, there is a statewide contract update. Please see the information below Best,Kathleen KielarChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE Contract Negotiations are heating up! We remain […]

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Contract Event Meeting Membership

Reminder: Fred Kowal to speak on contract negotiations May 13 at 1 pm

Colleagues, Please join us on May 13 at 1 pm via zoom to interact with Fred Kowal, statewide UUP President, on contract negotiations.   Bring your questions and your concerns! Registration is required for this event to verify membership and for you to receive the Zoom connection information. Registration form Best, Kathleen KielarChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center

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Membership

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

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Buffalo Center News News

Notice of Office Closure and Virtual Operations

All, Our UUP physical office will officially close beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15.   Only those that have appointments to pick up furniture will have access to the office. I would like to extend sincere thanks to Kevin Ragland, Abigail Cooke, Daniel Schweitzer, Don Erb, Jen Rhee, and Grady Gambrel for their truly herculean efforts in […]

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Buffalo Center News Membership News

UUP Transitions and Preparations.  Physical Office will close April 15, 2026

Colleauges, As we prepare for the relocation of the UUP office, we are temporarily shifting our priorities to ensure a smooth physical move. At this time, we anticipate relocating to the South Campus in Diefendorf Hall. However, the exact office assignment and move‑in date have not yet been finalized. To begin the transition, we have […]

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Buffalo Center News News

Recent Resolution Passed by UUP Board Concerning US Aggression

Colleagues, Please find the attached resolution adopted by our Board regarding recent actions of the U.S. government within the United States and internationally. The resolution is scheduled for consideration by the Delegate Assembly on April 24–25. Best, Kathleen KielarChapter PresidentUUP Buffalo Center Resolution

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Contract Event Meeting Membership

Reminder: 2/25 – General Membership Meeting

Colleagues, The UUP Buffalo Center Chapter will be hosting a General Membership Meeting utilizing the Zoom platform.  This meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 25 @ 12:00 pm. The agenda is attached. Please note that you will be voting on The Chapter’s Proposed Budget. Please RSVP your attendance through the registration form. After membership verification, you will be provided a […]