Being a member of the URA union means I have a supportive group to fall back on to help me navigate university policies. I have learned so much information that I would not have known was available
without the help of the URA union.



Being a member of the URA union means I have a supportive group to fall back on to help me navigate university policies. I have learned so much information that I would not have known was available
without the help of the URA union.



I was incorrectly classified as a Class 3 employee for years. Thanks to a union grievance and arbitration, I received back pay due and the respect and dignity that a secure position provides. In addition, my younger daughter now has the ability to use tuition remission to complete her undergraduate degree as a benefit.
“Those in power do not want us to be part of our unions so it can fizzle away and they can have all the power. I remind other members here,…
We are looking for willing members to be featured on our website, social media channels, and newsletter! Our bargaining unit is made up of more than 2,800 workers at Rutgers—let’s…
As I’m in a grant funded position, initially, my main concern was job security. My parents, both having been union members Mrs in their careers, encouraged me to join. I’m learning that being part of a union is also being part of a community that cares about creating a fair and safe work environment for all.
I have been involved with unions since I was a child. My aunts and uncles were all factor workers and union members. As a young theater actor, I did many theater shows for Unions using the Augusto Boal techniques of Forum Theater. My wife and sons have degrees from Rutgers in Labor Studies. For me, being a union member is an integral part of who I am and the work I do.