On behalf of the University Staff Association Elections Board, thank you for participating in the 2026 University Staff Association (USA) General Election! This year featured contested elections for Stewards Council, MTA Annual Meeting, and NEA Representative Assembly! We also filled the vacant Treasurer position. Total number of voters: 245 out of 698 total number eligible … [Read more...] about 2026 General Election Results
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Announcing the candidates for the 2026 USA elections!
The USA Elections Board is pleased to announce the candidates running for Stewards Council, Treasurer, MTA Annual Meeting and NEA Representative Assembly positions. Candidate statements are below for you to review before casting your ballot. If you have interest in joining the Elections Board, email usa@umass.edu. The balloting period for the University Staff Association … [Read more...] about Announcing the candidates for the 2026 USA elections!
Union Crafting Circle hosted by crafty USA members!
Bring your projects and handiwork for an hour of crafting and socializing! All UMass community members are welcome - not just USA members! We hope to establish this crafting group as a reoccurring event. Monday March 9th, 12-1pm @ Hampshire House, Conference RoomTuesday March 24th, 12-1pm @ W.E.B. Du Bois Library, Room 1920 (19th Floor) This is a new group! If … [Read more...] about Union Crafting Circle hosted by crafty USA members!
Hands Off Our Healthcare! 3 Ways to Make Your Voice Heard!
2/24/26 update: The following is a press release from Massachusetts Community College Council (MCCC) Organizing Committee: MTA credits member advocacy for halting health cuts Union cancels rallies but will continue to fight for GLP-1 coverage In response to Gov. Maura Healey’s decision to no longer seek drastic spikes in most of the out-of-pocket health care costs for public … [Read more...] about Hands Off Our Healthcare! 3 Ways to Make Your Voice Heard!
Hands Off Our Healthcare! Stop the GIC Cuts!
UMass Amherst Rally and Press Conference this Tuesday, February 10th, at the Commonwealth Honors College Events Hall The GIC is about to vote to weaken our health care plan... unless we stop them! Join fellow MTA members and other higher education workers for a rally/press conference on February 10 to reject these proposals with our collective voice. Let elected officials … [Read more...] about Hands Off Our Healthcare! Stop the GIC Cuts!
