Bargaining!

What is collective bargaining?

Collective bargaining is the process of a group of people working together through a union to use their combined power to negotiate a labor contract that determines various terms of employment such as pay, benefits, paid leave, and more. The labor contract that is produced from collective bargaining is reviewed and approved at the state and/or federal level. Thus, the labor contract is enforceable by law and represents a binding document that outlines the rights of workers in that unit

2023-2024 Postdoc Bargaining

Second Contract bargaining for Postdoctoral employees started Fall 2023! 

​Highlights of our first contract
Our first contract established critical workplace rights and ensured significant economic improvements for Postdocs
Key highlights of the contract include:
  • 10% initial total monetary gain (salary, retirement, healthcare savings) for most Postdocs
  • Includes access to retirement benefits for the first time ever
  • Minimum 3% annual pay increase upon each future reappointment
  • Enhanced protections against sexual and other forms of harassment and discrimination
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Significant cost savings for the same level of health insurance coverage
We hope to build upon these gains during the negotiation for this second contract.

*Another crucial way to support bargaining for the second contract is to sign up to be a member!* Majority membership strengthens the union’s voice and shows the university we are united towards a common goal. To become a member of our union, simply complete the membership form. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]. Remember to share your voice!

2022 Graduate Assistant Bargaining

If you have any information on topics you feel the union should negotiate for our next GA contract (2025-2026),  please contact us.

Previous Bargaining & Contracts

Previous postdoc bargaining & Contracts
PrEVIOUS GA BARGAINING & Contracts

Contact Us

Email: [email protected] & 
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​Address: GEU-UAW Local 6950, 1734 Storrs Road, Storrs, CT 06268
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​Because our office is off campus and not easily accessible, we hold regular office hours as well as membership meetings on campus. For information on the date, time, and location please see our calendar.
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