HR Update; September 18, 2009
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- UC/UPTE Negotiations and Announced UPTE Research/Technical Employee Strike
- Regarding a Potential Faculty, Staff, and Student Walkout on September 24, 2009
- Every Step Counts - UCSF Walking Program has Expanded
UC/UPTE Negotiations and Announced UPTE Research/Technical Employee Strike
UPTE Research Support Professional (RX) and Technical (TX) Units have called for a one-day strike for September 24, 2009. UPTE represents approximately 1,282 employees at UCSF. The labor agreements covering these employees expired June 30, 2008. Representatives of the University and UPTE have been bargaining since March 2008, but have not yet reached agreement on new contracts. It is the University’s position that the UPTE strike is not legal as the parties have not yet completed the bargaining process, much less the statutorily mandated impasse process.
In the event of a strike, the campus may experience some inconveniences, such as reduced bus service and delayed deliveries. However, all employees are expected to report to work and meet their job obligations. Offices will be kept open, classes will be taught, and the campus will provide normal or equivalent services. Departments will be provided with specific information about steps to be taken to manage the situation.
Please refer to our strike website for updates and general information.
Regarding a Potential Faculty, Staff, and Student Walkout on September 24, 2009
Faculty, students, and staff from the University of California’s 10 campuses are calling for a system-wide
walk out on September 24, 2009, which is the first day of classes on many campuses.
Read answers to some important questions about your staff-employees’ rights and what managers may or may not say to staff employees. Read also Interim Provost Pitts open letter to the faculty.
Every Step Counts - UCSF Walking Program has Expanded
Enjoy neighborhood walks with other UCSF employees and still have time to finish your lunch. Walking is a proven way to get in shape, improve health, and relieve stress. The UCSF Walking Program now provides scheduled walks at four campus locations. All fitness levels are welcome.
Parnassus Campus (instructor-led)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00 - 12:35 pm
Meet at Parnassus Central Desk in Millberry Union
500 Parnassus
Laurel Heights (instructor-led)
Wednesdays, 12:00 - 12:35 pm
Meet at the Laurel Heights Lobby
3333 California Street
220 Montgomery (volunteer-led)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:00 - 12:45 pm
Meet at Pine Street entrance (back stairway)
China Basin (volunteer-led)
Wednesdays and Fridays, 12:00 - 12:30 pm
Meet at the courtyard, outside of Lobby 6
185 Berry Street
Interested in starting a walking group at your location? Please email
Vote for a Walking Program Shirt before September 25! Open to all UCSF faculty, staff, and students. Anyone who votes will be entered to win various prizes. For more information and to cast your vote: http://livingwell.ucsf.edu/
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