The 2022 Unsung Heroes Award Program
The Unsung Heroes Awards Program annually recognizes CUNY College Laboratory Technicians (CLTs) who have positively influenced a department, program, college or organization from behind the scenes with a positive attitude, willingness to help in whatever capacity necessary, and a commitment to excellence. This is the award that exemplifies the spirit of the profession. The recipient is a person who, through their hard work and selflessness, goes above and beyond what is asked of them. The Unsung Hero is that person that does the thankless jobs to ensure that the students and their co-workers receive the service and support they deserve.
An awards committee will review all nominations and select the winners. The Unsung Heroes Awards will be honored at the Annual CLT Unity Day event scheduled for the evening of Monday, June 6. This year’s unity theme is “Unsung Heroes: Celebrating and Appreciating Those at CUNY.”
Sounds like someone you know?
Nominate yourself, a friend or colleague for this honor by May 1. You may submit as many nominations as you like, but please use a separate form for each nominee.
Upcoming CLT Meetings
CLT Unity Day 2022 - Monday, June 6th - 6:30 PM
Theme: “Unsung Heroes: Celebrating and Appreciating Those at CUNY”
We are planning for in-person and remote options. Register at https://tinyurl.com/CLT060622
Check for other PSC happenings in the events calendar!
CLT Unity Day 2021
This year’s CLT Unity Day was for everyone in the PSC. It was a chance to build cross-title solidarity, to learn about bargaining, to meet the new PSC leadership and to confront issues that affect all of us—like work place bullying, health and safety and college governance. Video of the day's sessions is embedded here.
CLT Archive
Link to archive of past meetings, handouts, and slides from guest speaker presentations
Equality for CLTs Resolution
This resolution was presented at the November 19, 2020 DA meeting and passed with 86 delegates voting in favor.
What is a CLT? What do they do?
CLT Speaks at Sept 27, 2018 Contract Rally
Amy Jeu, Hunter College; CLT Chapter Vice Chair & Grievance Counselor
"College Laboratory Technicians (CLTs) are the backbone of CUNY’s science and technology programs. Without you, the University’s growing prominence in scientific fields would not be possible, nor would CUNY be able to prepare students for twenty-first century careers in scientific and technical specialties. You do demanding, hands-on work with faculty and students on every campus. I am proud to represent you." - PSC President Barbara Bowen
We DEMAND competitive salaries for CUNY College Laboratory Technicians! We are being bullied and need your support as we fight against low salaries, excessive workload, and lack of promotional opportunities. CLTs are not only the backbone of CUNY's science and technology, we are the bridges connecting the dots! Show your support for CLTs and sign our petition TODAY!
Review the major CLT gains through the 2000-2017 contract years.
"CUNY’s science and technology are in our hands!”
Survey of CLT Chapter Presentation by Amy Jeu (May 2017)
PSC Online Archives for CLT Chapter
Let your voices be heard!
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The PSC will be sharing photos and quotes from members about why they're supporting the campaign for a fair contract. Here's an example:
Will you stand up and speak out? Share with us your reason for supporting our union's contract demands, which include an increase in the salary schedule for all CLT titles in addition to any across-the-board increases. We'll share a your photo and a quote from your statement on social media along with your name and school. We may also report it in testimony or cite it during contract negotiations.
Submit quotes and photos at www.psc-cuny.org/HEOs_CLTsSpeakUp
Dignity at Work Policy
The PSC/CUNY CLT Chapter is committed to protecting dignity and respect across the University. This policy aims to promote respect, dignity, safety, and equality in the workplace. Every member of CUNY should be aware that all forms of discrimination, bullying, harassment, victimization, and violence are unacceptable and every member of CUNY has a duty to behave in an acceptable and respectful manner. All members are expected to treat each other with dignity, courtesy and respect at all times. We are fully committed to sustaining a positive and mutually supportive working environment free from harassment, discrimination, bullying, violence, and victimization where members can work together collaboratively and productively together, and where all members are equally valued and respected. (Adopted October 1, 2018)
Alan Pearlman Memorial
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Alan Pearlman, a leader of the union’s College Laboratory Technicians (CLTs) chapter who served on the union’s executive council for six years, died unexpectedly in Spring 2017, leaving behind a legacy of fierce loyalty to the union and his fellow members. Read more here: Clarion Article - "Mourning Pearlman, CLT activist"
CLT-HEO Professional Development Fund
In accordance with the PSC/CUNY collective bargaining agreement, approximately $500,000 per annum is available University-wide to support professional development activities for eligible employees in titles in the College Laboratory Technician series. Learn more at http://psc-cuny.org/benefits/heo-clt-professional-development-fund.
Know Your Rights. Download the CLT Handbook
Download the CLT Handbook
Download the Adjunct CLTs Rights and Benefits Brochure
The current handbook (4th edition) has multiple purposes:
- To serve as a compendium of College Laboratory Technicians’ rights and responsibilities
- To familiarize newly appointed CLTs with the procedures for appointment, reappointment, promotion and other contractual protections.
- To invite CLTs to contact the chapter officers for advice and help.
This handbook is not an official document, but a simplified guide to your contractual rights under the PSC-CUNY agreement as seen by the PSC.
The official documents to consult are the Bylaws of the Board of Trustees of CUNY, the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the PSC and CUNY (the contract), the written policies of the Board of Trustees and your college governance document. There are also arbitration awards and grievance decisions in which contractual rights and responsibilities have been delineated.
