Multi-Union Momentum (MUM) meets every Monday from 12-1 pm on Zoom.

MUM is a space to build solidarity with other union leaders from UMass Amherst, including faculty, staff, and students. This group shares news and information that affects our members’ working conditions and strategizes coordinated responses to issues at UMass Amherst.

If you have any questions, please email the USA office at usa@umass.edu

The Health & Safety Committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 1-2 pm over Zoom. 

They work together to discuss and address health & safety related issues our members experience in the workplace. From mold, pests, and temperature issues to accessibility to snow and ice removal, the committee advocates for a safe working environment on campus!

If you'd like to join or attend a meeting, please reach out to the Health & Safety Coordinator Casey Krone at ckrone@umass.edu

The Executive Board meets every other Wednesday from 1-3 pm on Zoom and/or in-person.

They discuss urgent issues on campus and beyond, provide committee updates, strategize around current union initiatives, and more.

If you have any questions, please email the USA office at usa@umass.edu

UMass Unions United (UUU) meets every other Thursday from 8:30-9:30 am on Zoom.

UUU is a space to build solidarity with union leaders from the other UMass campuses, including faculty and staff. This group shares news and information that affects our members’ working conditions and strategizes coordinated responses to issues on our campuses.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the USA office at usa@umass.edu

Multi-Union Momentum (MUM) meets every Monday from 12-1 pm on Zoom.

MUM is a space to build solidarity with other union leaders from UMass Amherst, including faculty, staff, and students. This group shares news and information that affects our members’ working conditions and strategizes coordinated responses to issues at UMass Amherst.

If you have any questions, please email the USA office at usa@umass.edu

The Communications Committee meets every other Wednesday from 12-1 pm on Zoom. 

The committee keeps membership informed and engaged through emails, newsletters, social media, the website, and more.

If you're interested in joining or would like to learn more, please reach out to the Communications Coordinator Deborah Place at dplace@umass.edu

The Federal Fightback group meets every other Thursday from 8:30-9:30 am on Zoom.

The Federal Fightback group is working to defend higher-ed workers like you from funding cuts and other attacks on our college and university campuses.

If you’re interested in joining or would like to learn more, please reach out to USA President Sheila Gilmour at sgilmour@umass.edu.

The UMass Unions United (UUU) Classified Coalition meets every other Friday from 10-11 am on Zoom.

Standing Agenda Items include:

• Bargaining updates
• Shared campaign updates
• Upcoming trainings, events, and conferences 

If you're interested in joining or have any questions, please contact our MTA Field Representative Anna Rose at arose@massteacher.org

The Organizing Committee meets every other Friday from 12-1 pm on Zoom.

The committee responds to challenges from management, the state government, or even the federal government that may affect union members or the contract. They organize events to support the bargaining team during contract negotiations and to defend the contract when it’s under threat.

If you're interested in joining or would like to attend a meeting, please reach out to the committee co-chairs: Ian Sedelow (isedelow@umass.edu), Adam Feldman (asfeldman@umass.edu), and Camille Godbout-Chouinard (cgodboutchou@umass.edu)

Multi-Union Momentum (MUM) meets every Monday from 12-1 pm on Zoom.

MUM is a space to build solidarity with other union leaders from UMass Amherst, including faculty, staff, and students. This group shares news and information that affects our members’ working conditions and strategizes coordinated responses to issues at UMass Amherst.

If you have any questions, please email the USA office at usa@umass.edu

The Executive Board meets every other Wednesday from 1-3 pm on Zoom and/or in-person.

They discuss urgent issues on campus and beyond, provide committee updates, strategize around current union initiatives, and more.

If you have any questions, please email the USA office at usa@umass.edu

UMass Unions United (UUU) meets every other Thursday from 8:30-9:30 am on Zoom.

UUU is a space to build solidarity with union leaders from the other UMass campuses, including faculty and staff. This group shares news and information that affects our members’ working conditions and strategizes coordinated responses to issues on our campuses.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the USA office at usa@umass.edu

HELC Bargaining Council meetings take place on Zoom on the fourth Friday of the month from 8:30-10:00 AM. Union release time is available.

HELC Bargaining Council is a new group that is part of the Higher Ed Leadership Council (HELC) and will include Higher Ed union activists, both faculty and staff, from across the state. This is an opportunity to share information and resources with our higher ed union siblings to put all of our unions in the strongest possible position at the bargaining table.

Reach out to usa@umass.edu if you are interested in attending.

The Multi-Union Health & Safety Committee meets the last Friday of the month from 9-10:00 am on Zoom.

Members from any union on campus are welcome and encouraged to attend if they are interested in collaborating around health & safety issues that affect all staff members on campus.

Please reach out to Casey Krone at ckrone@umass.edu for the calendar invite and Zoom link.

Multi-Union Momentum (MUM) meets every Monday from 12-1 pm on Zoom.

MUM is a space to build solidarity with other union leaders from UMass Amherst, including faculty, staff, and students. This group shares news and information that affects our members’ working conditions and strategizes coordinated responses to issues at UMass Amherst.

If you have any questions, please email the USA office at usa@umass.edu

The Stewards Council meets on the last Monday of every month from 12-2 pm to discuss ongoing issues, coordinate on member outreach, and review sections of the USA contract.

A district steward is the first line of defense for union members and serves as their direct connection to the union. Stewards enforce the contract, support members in the workplace, and represent them during Loudermill hearings. 

If you're interested in becoming a steward, please contact Chief Steward Camille Godbout-Chouinard at cgodboutchou@umass.edu

The Communications Committee meets every other Wednesday from 12-1 pm on Zoom. 

The committee keeps membership informed and engaged through emails, newsletters, social media, the website, and more.

If you're interested in joining or would like to learn more, please reach out to the Communications Coordinator Deborah Place at dplace@umass.edu

The Federal Fightback group meets every other Thursday from 8:30-9:30 am on Zoom.

The Federal Fightback group is working to defend higher-ed workers like you from funding cuts and other attacks on our college and university campuses.

If you’re interested in joining or would like to learn more, please reach out to USA President Sheila Gilmour at sgilmour@umass.edu.