by UAW | Jul 17, 2026 | Elections, Membership Updates, Political endorsements
The 2026 primary election in Washington State is here! Ballots are now out, and are due by Tuesday, August 4. Voting, and making sure others vote, is a critical part of building our collective political and governing power. Electing UAW champions to office greatly...
by UAW | Jul 14, 2026 | Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates
Postdocs had another long day of bargaining yesterday where we passed over counter proposals on 8 different topics, some of which were with Research Staff. The counters are summarized below: Join Your Union Bargaining Portal Article/MOU Postdocs’ Proposals Yesterday...
by UAW | Jul 14, 2026 | 2026 RS Bargaining, Membership Updates
It’s been a busy couple of bargaining days! On Monday, Postdocs and Research Staff co-presented several joint articles, and Tuesday was a full in-person Research Staff bargaining day. Read on for a summary of the action, and visit the Research Staff bargaining portal...
by webmaster | Jun 15, 2026 | 2026 RS Bargaining, Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
In our joint Postdoc (PD) and Research Staff (RS) bargaining sessions, UW Management has pushed an anti-discrimination and harassment proposal that would dismantle existing protections for workers based on medical condition, ethnic origin, political affiliation, and...
by webmaster | Apr 30, 2026 | Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
Last week, we launched our Initial Bargaining Demands (IBDs) for our next contract. One of our key demands is to protect and support the 40% of UW Postdocs who are international. Navigating the visa and immigration system is already a major burden. Now more than ever,...
by webmaster | Apr 13, 2026 | Membership Updates, PD bargaining updates, Postdoc Email Digest
Postdocs across UW have made it clear — we demand a contract that: Provides Fair and Just Compensation and Benefits Protects and Supports International Postdocs Ensures Parity Regardless of Funding Source Creates a Safe, Equitable, and Accessible Workplace These...
