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  • University Staff Association Newsletter - June 2026

    University Staff Association Newsletter - June 2026

    🌷 Monday, June 29th, 2026 🌻 Kronos Listening Session Updates On Wednesday June 17th, several elected USA leaders joined with a contingent of interested rank-and-file USA members as they again met with management to discuss their proposed implementation of Kronos timekeeping and location tracking software. Sadly, the information provided only raised more serious concerns that […]

  • Kronos

    Kronos

    USA will begin meeting with management over the Kronos timekeeping and location tracking system. The first meeting is June 2nd. How we got here Management has tried to implement Kronos for our coworkers in Administration and Finance (A&F) several times, but have been stopped in their tracks because of Article 8, Section 8, paragraph D, that clearly […]

  • Organizing the Ivory Tower: My First Experience at MTA Summer Conference

    Organizing the Ivory Tower: My First Experience at MTA Summer Conference

    by Andrea Lydick, MTA Board Member & USA Steward / Special Projects Coordinator I started at UMass in the fall of 2023 and was looking for ways to engage with The University Staff Association. I had seen the power of a union firsthand, as my partner was in an active union negotiating for substantial increases and benefits in his workplace. […]

  • One Time Too Far: A Reflection on the Murder of our Coworker, Emma

    One Time Too Far: A Reflection on the Murder of our Coworker, Emma

    by an anonymous USA Member I knew her the way many knew her. We had emailed about catering, I met her at events, she was another coworker across campus. When Emma was murdered, at first, no one knew what to do. We just went back to work. Then the videos and stories started coming out. […]

  • Kronos and Chronos: An Essay on Time-Keeping and Staff Surveillance

    Kronos and Chronos: An Essay on Time-Keeping and Staff Surveillance

    by an anonymous USA Member Communications Committee note for further context: Last Wednesday on May 13th, over 140 USA members met together to discuss the potential implementation of the time-keeping software and location tracking system called Kronos for USA members in Administration & Finance (A & F). Management contacted your Executive Board earlier this month […]

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July 2026

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  • Executive Board Meeting

    Executive Board Meeting

    July 1, 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    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

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  • UMass Unions United (UUU)

    UMass Unions United (UUU)

    July 2, 2026  8:30 am - 9:30 am

    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

    See more details

  • Organizing Committee Meeting

    Organizing Committee Meeting

    July 2, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    The Organizing Committee meets every Thursday 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: Adam Feldman (asfeldman@umass.edu) and Camille Godbout-Chouinard (cgodboutchou@umass.edu)

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  • Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    July 6, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    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

    See more details

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  • Communications Committee Meeting

    Communications Committee Meeting

    July 8, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    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

    See more details

  • Health & Safety Committee Meeting

    Health & Safety Committee Meeting

    July 8, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    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

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  • Federal Fightback

    Federal Fightback

    July 9, 2026  8:30 am - 9:30 am

    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.

    See more details

  • Organizing Committee Meeting

    Organizing Committee Meeting

    July 9, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    The Organizing Committee meets every Thursday 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: Adam Feldman (asfeldman@umass.edu) and Camille Godbout-Chouinard (cgodboutchou@umass.edu)

    See more details

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  • UUU Classified Coalition

    UUU Classified Coalition

    July 10, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 am

    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

    See more details

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  • Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    July 13, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    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

    See more details

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  • Executive Board Meeting

    Executive Board Meeting

    July 15, 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    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

    See more details

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  • UMass Unions United (UUU)

    UMass Unions United (UUU)

    July 16, 2026  8:30 am - 9:30 am

    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

    See more details

  • Organizing Committee Meeting

    Organizing Committee Meeting

    July 16, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    The Organizing Committee meets every Thursday 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: Adam Feldman (asfeldman@umass.edu) and Camille Godbout-Chouinard (cgodboutchou@umass.edu)

    See more details

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  • Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    July 20, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    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

    See more details

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  • Communications Committee Meeting

    Communications Committee Meeting

    July 22, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    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

    See more details

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  • Federal Fightback

    Federal Fightback

    July 23, 2026  8:30 am - 9:30 am

    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.

    See more details

  • Organizing Committee Meeting

    Organizing Committee Meeting

    July 23, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    The Organizing Committee meets every Thursday 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: Adam Feldman (asfeldman@umass.edu) and Camille Godbout-Chouinard (cgodboutchou@umass.edu)

    See more details

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  • HELC Bargaining Council

    HELC Bargaining Council

    July 24, 2026  8:30 am - 10:00 am

    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.

    See more details

  • UUU Classified Coalition

    UUU Classified Coalition

    July 24, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 am

    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

    See more details

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  • MTA Summer Conference

    MTA Summer Conference

    July 26, 2026 - July 29, 2026  

    The MTA Summer Conference will be held from Sunday, July 26 to Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The theme is Building on Legacies of Collective Resistance. 


    Stay tuned for more info: https://massteacher.org/events-and-conferences/summer-conference

    See more details

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  • MTA Summer Conference

    MTA Summer Conference

    July 26, 2026 - July 29, 2026  

    The MTA Summer Conference will be held from Sunday, July 26 to Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The theme is Building on Legacies of Collective Resistance. 


    Stay tuned for more info: https://massteacher.org/events-and-conferences/summer-conference

    See more details

  • Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)

    July 27, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    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

    See more details

  • Stewards Council Meeting

    Stewards Council Meeting

    July 27, 2026  12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    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

    See more details

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  • MTA Summer Conference

    MTA Summer Conference

    July 26, 2026 - July 29, 2026  

    The MTA Summer Conference will be held from Sunday, July 26 to Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The theme is Building on Legacies of Collective Resistance. 


    Stay tuned for more info: https://massteacher.org/events-and-conferences/summer-conference

    See more details

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  • MTA Summer Conference

    MTA Summer Conference

    July 26, 2026 - July 29, 2026  

    The MTA Summer Conference will be held from Sunday, July 26 to Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The theme is Building on Legacies of Collective Resistance. 


    Stay tuned for more info: https://massteacher.org/events-and-conferences/summer-conference

    See more details

  • Executive Board Meeting

    Executive Board Meeting

    July 29, 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    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

    See more details

• •
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  • UMass Unions United (UUU)

    UMass Unions United (UUU)

    July 30, 2026  8:30 am - 9:30 am

    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

    See more details

  • Organizing Committee Meeting

    Organizing Committee Meeting

    July 30, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    The Organizing Committee meets every Thursday 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: Adam Feldman (asfeldman@umass.edu) and Camille Godbout-Chouinard (cgodboutchou@umass.edu)

    See more details

• •
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  • Multi-Union Health & Safety Committee Meeting

    Multi-Union Health & Safety Committee Meeting

    July 31, 2026  9:00 am - 10:00 am

    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.

    See more details

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  • Kronos Listening Session – first meeting scheduled June 2nd! Sign up as an SBR!May 29, 2026
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Wednesday, 01 July 2026
  • Executive Board Meeting
    Wednesday, 01 July 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Thursday, 02 July 2026
  • UMass Unions United (UUU)
    Thursday, 02 July 2026  8:30 am - 9:30 am

  • Organizing Committee Meeting
    Thursday, 02 July 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Monday, 06 July 2026
  • Multi-Union Momentum (MUM)
    Monday, 06 July 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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