{"id":5502,"date":"2026-07-30T12:23:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T16:23:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/?page_id=5502"},"modified":"2026-07-31T13:32:07","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T17:32:07","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/","title":{"rendered":""},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- ============================================\nUUP Old Westbury \u2014 Home page block markup\nHOW TO USE:\n1. Pages ? Add New ? title \"Home\"\n2. Click ? (top right) ? Code editor\n3. Paste everything BELOW this comment block\n4. Switch back to Visual editor\n5. If any block says \"unexpected content\", click it ? \"Attempt recovery\"\n6. Replace IMAGE placeholders via the editor; fix PDF links after uploading\n   PDFs to Media Library (see guide, step 4)\n============================================ --><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group uup-hero\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"hero-eyebrow wp-block-paragraph\">United University Professions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">In Union There Is Strength<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">United To Preserve Our University And Enhance Our Professions \u2014 SUNY Old Westbury Chapter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-gold\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#about\">Learn About UUP<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-outline-white\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#resources\">Member Resources<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hero-stats is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"stat-number\">34,000+<\/span><span class=\"stat-label\">Members Statewide<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"stat-number\">29<\/span><span class=\"stat-label\">SUNY Campuses<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"stat-number\">#1<\/span><span class=\"stat-label\">Higher Ed Union in the US<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"about\" class=\"wp-block-group section-plain\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/UUP-OW-table-at-DA-2small-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Old Westbury UUP Delegates at the Delegate Assembly, October 2019\" class=\"wp-image-176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/UUP-OW-table-at-DA-2small-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/UUP-OW-table-at-DA-2small-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/UUP-OW-table-at-DA-2small-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/UUP-OW-table-at-DA-2small-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/UUP-OW-table-at-DA-2small.jpeg 1632w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Welcome To UUP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As America&#8217;s largest higher education union, United University Professions (UUP) works for you and with you, representing every member with a clear, collective call to improve your personal and professional lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From competitive salaries and health benefits to job security, opportunities for advancement and retirement, UUP is here for you. There&#8217;s strength in numbers and we&#8217;re more than 34,000 members strong on SUNY&#8217;s 29 state-operated campuses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column pillar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">&#9878;&#65039; UUP Negotiates<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">The only organization designated to negotiate on behalf of SUNY&#8217;s academic and professional employees.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column pillar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">&#128737;&#65039; UUP Protects<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Defends your rights at the bargaining table and on the job.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column pillar is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">&#127891; UUP Provides<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Dental &amp; vision coverage, scholarships, life insurance, tuition benefits and member discounts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"419\" data-id=\"1827\" src=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/DSC6181-1024x419.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/DSC6181-1024x419.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/DSC6181-300x123.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/DSC6181-768x314.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/DSC6181-1536x629.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/DSC6181-2048x839.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"338\" data-id=\"1823\" src=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/IMG_20200225_125048-1024x338.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/IMG_20200225_125048-1024x338.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/IMG_20200225_125048-300x99.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/IMG_20200225_125048-768x253.jpg 768w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/IMG_20200225_125048-1536x507.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/IMG_20200225_125048-2048x676.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" data-id=\"175\" src=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Pres-Kowall-at-DAsmall-e1578236444937-1024x535.jpeg\" alt=\"StateFred Kowal at Delegate Assembly\" class=\"wp-image-175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Pres-Kowall-at-DAsmall-e1578236444937-1024x535.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Pres-Kowall-at-DAsmall-e1578236444937-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Pres-Kowall-at-DAsmall-e1578236444937-768x401.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Pres-Kowall-at-DAsmall-e1578236444937-1536x802.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Pres-Kowall-at-DAsmall-e1578236444937.jpeg 1632w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Statewide UUP President Fred Kowal addresses the Delegate Assembly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading section-title\">Latest News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-0fed8f92 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-5483 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-newsletters\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/uup-picnic-2026\/\" target=\"_self\" >UUP Picnic &#8211; 2026<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Our picnic is on the 13th, at 1 p.m. on the campus center terrace (with a rain location of MPR B). \u00a0Wear your union red that day, as we are planning some contract actions that day (options to take a video of why we need an on-time contract (30 seconds . . .sure easy) and&hellip; <\/p><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-05-11T09:54:56-04:00\">May 11, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-5478 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-newsletters\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/5478-2\/\" target=\"_self\" >Virtual Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinics<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Dear Colleagues,&nbsp; 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?&nbsp; Many of these people may qualify for free federal programs that&hellip; <\/p><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-04-14T23:54:56-04:00\">April 14, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-5476 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-newsletters\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/latest-negotiations-bulletin-posted\/\" target=\"_self\" >Latest Negotiations Bulletin Posted<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Negotiations are beginning to heat up as we push for a strong, on-time contract. The latest Negotiations Bulletin is now available on UUP&#8217;s&nbsp;Members&#8217; Only&nbsp;website. It includes detailed summaries of recent bargaining sessions on health insurance, job security, retrenchment, due-process protections, and artificial intelligence\u2014all priority issues in this round. Please also see&nbsp;Seven Steps for a Strong&hellip; <\/p><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-04-14T23:51:33-04:00\">April 14, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-5472 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-newsletters\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/coffee-with-hr\/\" target=\"_self\" >Coffee with HR, Tuesday, Apr. 21<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Old Westbury UUP invites you to Coffee with HR, a new forum designed around members\u2019 concerns. Come share your questions and join the conversation. Tuesday, Apr. 21, 1:30 p.m.Student Union, MPR B Please email oldwestburyuup@uupmail.org to RSVP. <\/p><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-04-14T22:31:29-04:00\">April 14, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-5462 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-newsletters\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/general-membership-meeting-with-statewide-president\/\" target=\"_self\" >General Membership Meeting with Statewide President<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">On\u00a012 March, we have our statewide president coming, as we have our general membership meeting with lunch. \u00a0The fan favorite of Chinese food is that day and please make sure you email Mary (by replying to this email) to let us know attendance numbers. \u00a0The room is Student Union MPR C, and we convene at&hellip; <\/p><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2026-03-11T12:04:15-04:00\">March 11, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-2072 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-newsletters\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\" style=\"padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-post-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/individual-development-award-2024-2025\/\" target=\"_self\" >Individual Development Award 2024-2025<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The New York State\/United University Professions Joint Labor-Management Committee (NYS\/UUP JLMC) is pleased to announce that funding for the Individual Development Awards (IDA) Program is now available for projects or activities for the period&nbsp;July 2, 2024 -July 1, 2025.&nbsp; &nbsp; Employees may be awarded a maximum of $2,000 for this award period.&nbsp; The total amount&hellip; <\/p><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2024-10-24T22:15:19-04:00\">October 24, 2024<\/time><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"committees\" class=\"wp-block-group section-alt\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center section-title\">Chapter Committees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column committee-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#9878;&#65039; Chapter Grievance Committee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ensures that the rights of all UUP members at SUNY Old Westbury are upheld under the negotiated contract. Handles member grievances and works to resolve workplace disputes fairly and effectively.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column committee-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#129309; Membership Development Committee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recruits new members, strengthens member engagement, and builds solidarity across academic and professional staff. Organizes outreach events and orientations for new faculty and staff.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column committee-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#128226; Communication Committee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keeps members informed about UUP news, contract updates, benefits changes, and legislative actions through newsletters, bulletins, and digital communications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"resources\" class=\"wp-block-group section-plain\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center section-title\">Member Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column resource-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#128218; Academic Guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/13FeKuuCHKfJBgGqTGL-7Gs3L6LOAgg6Z\/view\">Academic Guide 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uuphost.org\/oldwestbury\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/ProfessionalsGuide.pdf\">Professionals Guide 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column resource-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#128104;&#8205;&#128105;&#8205;&#128103; Family Leave<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">Family Leave &amp; Work-Life Services Guide (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">SUNY Paid Family Leave Policy (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column resource-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#128203; Academic Workload Toolkit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">Workload Creep Article 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">Workload Fast Facts for Academics (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column resource-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#128161; Intellectual Property<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">Intellectual Property Guide 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">IP Bulletin 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">IP &amp; Piracy Guide 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column resource-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#128240; UUP Bulletin &amp; Connect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">UUP Bulletin \u2013 September 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">UUP Connect \u2013 September 24, 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column resource-card is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#128084; Professionals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">Professionals Guide 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">Benefit Trust Fund Benefits Guide (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"benefits\" class=\"wp-block-group section-alt\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center section-title\">Benefits \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">UUP provides benefits to all bargaining unit members through our affiliate programs (NYSUT and AFT), including dental &amp; vision, life insurance, scholarships, and member discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I get my dental and vision cards as a new UUP member?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During your campus orientation you will receive a Benefit Trust Fund Enrollment card. Once completed and received by the Fund, we will contact Delta Dental and Davis Vision with your information. Your dental and vision cards will be mailed to your address on record in approximately two weeks.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I add my dependents to my benefits?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During initial orientation, dependents are listed on the Benefit Trust Fund Enrollment card. If dependents are added later, use the Benefit Trust Fund Change of Marital or Dependent Status card, along with appropriate legal documents (birth or marriage certificate, etc.).<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does the UUP Benefit Trust Fund cover dependents up to age 26?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Dependents are covered up to age 25 for dental and vision benefits, provided there is a valid student verification on file for them.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I purchase additional life insurance through the Fund?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additional life insurance is not available directly through the UUP Benefit Trust Fund, but you can purchase it through our affiliate NYSUT by calling <strong>800-626-8101<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I add a domestic partner to my dental and vision benefits?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This process must be directed through your campus Health Benefits Administrator (HBA). Your HBA will have you complete paperwork which is forwarded to the NY State Dept. of Civil Service. Once processed, the UUP Benefit Trust Fund will add your domestic partner to your benefits.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I list more than one beneficiary for my Group Life Insurance?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Simply include all requested beneficiaries on the UUP Group Life Insurance Beneficiary Card and send it to the UUP Benefit Trust Fund.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does COBRA coverage last after leaving employment?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">COBRA coverage for dental and vision benefits lasts 18 months for UUP members who leave employment.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details faq-item is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>I retired and my COBRA has expired \u2014 what are my options?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you retired as a UUP member you are eligible to join the UUP Retiree Dental and\/or Vision plans. Contact the UUP Benefit Trust Fund for enrollment details.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"benefit-dl-card\" href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">&#128196; Aflac Benefits (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"benefit-dl-card\" href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">&#128196; BJ&#8217;s Wholesale Application (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a class=\"benefit-dl-card\" href=\"REPLACE-WITH-MEDIA-URL\">&#128196; BTF Benefits Guide 2021 (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"newsletters\" class=\"wp-block-group section-plain\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center section-title\">Newsletters \u2013 WaveLength<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Stay informed with the latest news from the UUP SUNY Old Westbury Chapter. 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