For close to a decade now the USFA has hosted events for faculty in the first few years of their appointment at the U of S. Getting to meet new members and hear from them about their views on our workplace is an enriching experience. Each year, while the information we provide can seem quite […]
Read More »Many USFA members have thought provoking perspectives on issues that affect day to day academic life at the U of S and elsewhere. Some of these issues are widely known, but seldom discussed while others are only just emerging. What’s affecting you? Is there a workplace issue you’d like to get off your chest or […]
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Changes to the salary review procedures that were negotiated in the last round of bargaining are in place for the process just getting under way. Soon information about the total sum of money available to Departments and Colleges will come from the President’s Review Committee, if it hasn’t already. The changes, aimed at improving both […]
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The USFA has been in ongoing discussions with the employer regarding SEEQ comments. We have been informed that as of September 2009 all comments can be linked to the person making the comments. While the comments remain confidential, the ability to link comments to the person making them ensures that natural justice can take place […]
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The USFA Executive Committee is once again hosting lunches for USFA members in the first few years of their appointment at the U of S. The purpose of these lunches is to put a face on the Association, to talk about the roles of the USFA and the importance of the Collective Agreement. It’s an […]
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The 2011-12 academic year is well underway. The usual bumps are being negotiated and some new challenges, like the recent changes respecting copyright, are presenting themselves. As you’re maneuvering your way through these and other matters, know that the USFA is here to assist you. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. […]
Read More »So you’re all set to teach your courses… course syllabus complete, lecture notes in place and posted on PAWS/Blackboard, reading lists done, and assignments prepared. But have you thought about copyright? Much information has been circulated recently about changes to copyright policy on campus. Out of concern for implications for our members, USFA is alerting […]
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Thursday October 06, 2011 11:30 am Are you a new faculty member at the U of S? Join Executive Committee members as well as USFA staff, for lunch. What you have to say is important to the USFA and we want to hear from you. What questions do you have about the Collective Agreement? What […]
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Wednesday October 05, 2011 11:30 am Are you a new faculty member at the U of S? Join Executive Committee members as well as USFA staff, for lunch. What you have to say is important to the USFA and we want to hear from you. What questions do you have about the Collective Agreement? What […]
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Friday September 30, 2011 11:30 am Are you a new faculty member at the U of S? Join Executive Committee members as well as USFA staff, for lunch. What you have to say is important to the USFA and we want to hear from you. What questions do you have about the Collective Agreement? What […]
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