This Week in the PSC (02.14.18): Janus v AFSCME and our PSC Contract
Janus v AFSCME and our PSC Contract Our union has the power to make gains in each contract because we all contribute financially. But the Supreme Court is expected to prohibit union fee collection for public workers when it rules on Janus V. AFSCME, a lawsuit designed to destroy unions…
This Week in the PSC (02.05.18): We are Stronger Because We Stick Together as a Union
We are Stronger Because We Stick Together as a Union Sign Our New PSC Membership Card On Monday, February 26, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear Janus v. AFSCME, a case backed by politicians and corporate interests scheming to destroy unions like the PSC and end our power to work…
This Week in the PSC (12.12.17): Our Favorite Photos from the Contract Campaign Kick-Off
Our Favorite Photos from the Contract Campaign Kick-Off Last Monday’s Contract Campaign Kick-off was a powerful—and beautiful—event. Click here to see some of the best photos and here to see a round-up of recent media coverage of the PSC’s work, including a Chronicle of Higher Education article on how our…
This Week in the PSC (11.22.17): Chancellor Milliken to Step Down
Chancellor Milliken to Step Down James B. Milliken, chancellor of CUNY, announced yesterday that he will step down from his position as chancellor at the end of the academic year. “The PSC will continue to work with Chancellor Milliken while he remains in office and will seek to make as…
This Week in the PSC (11.02.17): A Con Con Would Put Our Pensions and Union Rights At Risk
A Con Con Would Put Our Pensions and Union Rights At Risk Vote No on Proposition 1 Next Tuesday, November 7 Next week’s ballot will include a question on whether the state should hold a Constitutional Convention. The PSC, the Sierra Club, the New York Civil Liberties Union and hundreds…
This Week in the PSC (10.24.17): 2017 PSC COllective Bargaining Agenda Approved
2017 PSC Collective Bargaining Agenda Approved The union’s elected representatives overwhelmingly approved a new bargaining agenda at last week’s Delegate Assembly. President Bowen will now send a formal request to CUNY management to begin the next round of collective bargaining. She will call on CUNY to start before the end…
This Week in the PSC (10.17.17): CUNY Community Tells the CUNY Board of Trustees: Fight for the Maintenance of Effort Bill and the Funding CUNY Needs
CUNY Community Tells the CUNY Board of Trustees: Fight for the Maintenance of Effort Bill and the Funding CUNY Needs The Board of Trustees heard testimony Monday, October 16 at a hearing about the University Budget Request for 2018-2019. CUNY faculty, staff, and students packed the room, and were joined…
This Week in the PSC (10.10.17): President Bowen's Statement on U.S. Supreme Court'sDecision to Hear Janus v. AFSCME
President Bowen’s Statement on U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision to Hear Janus v. AFSCME In late September the Trump Supreme Court agreed to hear Janus v. AFSCME, a case spearheaded by far-right groups on a mission to destroy the political and economic power of unions. Their agenda, in their own words,…
This Week in the PSC (09.27.17): Say YES! To Union Membership
Say YES! To Union Membership Here's a brochure detailing many of the raises, benefits, job protections and better working conditions we’ve achieved together as a union. The gains are possible because our dues and fees enable us to use our collective power in the workplace. But the Supreme Court will…
This Week in the PSC (09.25.17): CUNY Students' DACA Fees Will Be Covered
CUNY Students’ DACA Fees Will Be Covered Undocumented CUNY students participating in the DACA program targeted by President Trump will now have the $495 DACA-renewal application fee covered on the spot if they attend DACA-renewal events held by CUNY’s Citizenship Now program. They face a strict deadline of October 5…
