Maria Lozada-Batista

What does being a union member mean to me? It means being able to fight for solutions that work for us as staff.

“Being a union member provides the opportunity to connect with colleagues, contribute to the ongoing legacy of past union achievement, and be a part of collective organizing to help the University be a productive environment where colleagues can thrive professionally and serve students effectively.”

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.

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…

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…