The GTFF’s strike authorization vote has gotten a lot of media coverage recently. Here are links to some of these articles. “Graduate teachers at UO on the verge of a strike” Northwest labor press. Nov. 4, 2014. “GTF and mother Danielle Perry speaks out about GTFF strike” Francesca Fontana. Daily Emerald. Nov. 3, 2014 “Graduate Teachers… Continue reading Bargaining in the News
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Undergrads support the GTFF
The undergraduate organization the Student Labor Action Project (SLAP) recently sent a letter to President Scott Coltrane, stating their support of the GTFF strike platform. Their statement underlines the importance of addressing the needs of graduate students to better the educational experience of undergraduates and the campus community. The GTFF is very appreciative of the… Continue reading Undergrads support the GTFF
SEIU Support
Today we received a letter of support from our allies at SEIU. The support of the other labor unions at the University of Oregon means the world to the GTFF membership. Thank you. The letter can be found here: SEIU-Support.
Department Head Retreat
The GTFF President was recently invited to speak at the 2014 Department Head’s retreat on September 19. He was unable to do so, but asked our VP of Grievances to do so on his behalf. Her statement to the University of Oregon department heads follow.
United Academic Support
Our colleagues and friends with United Academics recently sent a letter to President Coltrane encouraging him to work to come to an agreement with the GTFF in our contract negotiations. Their letter is available here. Thank you for your support, UA.
GTFF 2014-2015 Insurance Improvements
We are pleased to announce, starting September 16th the already awesome GTFF insurance insurance gets even better. Please take a moment, or longer, to learn about the exciting additions we have in store. There are many ways to learn about the new benefits. The best way is probably in person. PacificSource and our Benefits Administrator,… Continue reading GTFF 2014-2015 Insurance Improvements
June Issue of the Agitator!
Download the May 2014 issue of the GTFF’s monthly newsletter here: https://gtff3544.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/AgitatorJune14.pdf Or, swing by the GTFF office for a print copy of your own or to share! In this issue: Introduction to your new Eboard Tips for canvassing An open invitation to a fun local sporting event featuring a number of our members . . . and… Continue reading June Issue of the Agitator!
GTFF Votes 98% to Authorize a Strike
May 22, 2014 Statement from the GTFF President: After more than eight long months of bargaining, last Friday the Graduate Teaching Fellows Federation (GTFF) held an emergency General Membership Meeting lasting more than four hours to discuss holding a strike authorization vote. Out of great concern, the gathered membership overwhelming voted to proceed with a… Continue reading GTFF Votes 98% to Authorize a Strike
Strike Authorization Vote Underway
Day 1 of GTFF Strike Authorization Vote has come and gone. The number of the members finding time in their busy schedules to volunteer to help achieve a fair contract for all University of Oregon GTFs continues to grow rapidly. They are extremely frustrated with the current state of bargaining and are highly motivated to see it come to a close… Continue reading Strike Authorization Vote Underway
Bargaining Update – May 14th
Due to a unilateral decision by the University of Oregon Administration, bargaining between the GTFF and the Administration has ceased. Nearly 1500 University of Oregon GTFs are about to enter the 8th week of working without a contract and, as summer rapidly approaches, are facing the very real danger of returning in the Fall without… Continue reading Bargaining Update – May 14th