Union of Non-Tenure Track Faculty Designation B Appointment Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers pertain to the Union of Non-Tenure Track Faculty (UNTF) Designation B appointment as described in Article 15 in the UNTF collective bargaining unit agreement between Michigan State University and the Union of Non-Tenure Track Faculty.
First Bills to Deal with the State-Accumulated Debt of Detroit Public Schools
NTU Hall of Fame Dinner - May 18th
February 2016
Dear Colleague:
The 18th Annual Albert Shanker Scholarship Awards are upon us. If you are a full member of the NTU, your son/daughter is eligible to apply. If you are a full member of the NTU and you are a Paraprofessional in our public school district who is currently attending college then you are eligible to apply. An application is enclosed.
Letter from the President - February 2016
Judge Kessler issued an injunction and Temporary Restraining Order against Newark Superintendent and Former Commissioner Christopher Cerf, restraining him from granting no-bid contracts to prescription provider, Benecard.
NTU Update - January 29, 2016
Dear Colleagues,
1) Prescription Update – WE WON! The judge has issued an injunction and a Temporary Restraining order against Superintendent’s Cerf unilateral attempts to change our Prescription Plan. You must continue to use your current GPP Rx Card. Details to follow!
Prescription Update - January 29 - VICTORY!!
WE WON! The judge has issued an injunction and a Temporary Restraining Order against Superintendent’s Cerf unilateral attempts to change our Prescription Plan. You may continue to use your current GPP Rx Card. Details to follow!
Seton Hall Open House - Tuesday, February 23
Dear Educator,
Seton Hall University will be holding an Open House/Information Session for our next Executive M.A. & Ed.S Degree Program in Education Leadership, Management, and Policy on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 4:30pm at the NTU Offices at 1019 Broad Street, Newark.
Our program will enable you to work towards a Supervisor, Principal, and Superintendent certifications through a nationally acclaimed leadership program.
Are You a Member of EMUFT?
Every EMU lecturer is a part of EMUFT as a fair-share payer. But if you have not signed your membership card, please do so today! Membership has its benefits:
Support EMUFT in the face of Right to Work: your 0.3% additional dues will help to solidify our economic base to keep us strong and able to pay expenses including grievance/arbitration fees, staffing, office expenses, and additional resources. Become a member to vote for officers, approve the budget, and participate in bargaining.
NYSUT leaders rally at Supreme Court to uphold labor rights
Yesterday, January 11, 2016, the United States Supreme Court heard arguments in the Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association. Whatever the decision in this case, it will have huge implications for the place of labor unions in this nation as well as for the future of collective bargaining. The verdict is expected before the term ends this June. http://www.nysut.org/news/2016/january/nysut-leaders-rally-at-supreme-court-to-uphold-labor-rights
