MSUFT Local 1904 News and Information

News and Information

last updated: 11/18/2008

Denied Overload? (11/4/08) A professional staff member brought to the Union's attention that MSU policy on overload teaching(as presented in an email to professional staff and librarians on September 4, 2008) violated both the state contract agreement and a local settlement agreement that was a result of a grievance. The Local 1904 pursued it and the University changed it's policy.[view Employee Handbook].

Presidents' Pay Rises Faster at Public Universities Than Private Ones, Survey Finds (11/18/08) While seven-figure pay packages had been limited mostly to prominent private research universities, some presidents of public institutions like Ohio State and Delaware, or private universities like Suffolk that offer few doctoral degrees, are also topping $1 million in pay and benefits [learn more].

Thanksgiving: The Day After (11/18/08) For professional staff and librarians in New Jersey, Friday November 28th is an optional holiday.That means if you decide to take it as a holiday at MSU, you will have to compensate for it. You can learn more by reading the [tentative agreement].

12/3 Promotions Workshop Rescheduled (12/01/08) The Promotions Workshop originally scheduled for December 3rd has been rescheduled for a date yet to be determined. In an effort to maximize participation, the MSUFT Local 1904 would like you to participate in a brief (3 question) survey to determine the best possible date and time for this workshop. [Click here to participate in the survey]

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