Posted on March 4, 2016 by hcafawebmaster
If you haven’t already done so, it’s time to check out the latest Harper Adjunct Advocate for information on what’s happening in preparation for negotiating our next contract. Harper Adjunct Advocate – February 2016
Please join us at open Executive Committee meetings each month.
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Posted on January 31, 2016 by hcafawebmaster
HCAFA MEMBER FOCUS GROUPS
Harper College Adjunct Faculty Association is holding focus group sessions as we begin the process of preparing for contract negotiations. The purpose of the focus group is two-fold. First we want to make certain that you understand your current contract, and second we want your suggestions on how we can have a better contract. Your input is vitally important as we want to make certain that we represent the concerns of all our adjunct faculty members. If you have not already heard from us or are not yet scheduled to attend one of the focus group meetings listed below, please send an email to Crystal Bush at hcafacp1@gmail.com with the date and time you would like to attend. The focus groups will be held at the Illinois Education Association office (IEA) located at 553 N. North Ct., Suite 210, Palatine, IL
Light refreshments will be served at the meetings.
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| Friday |
February 12 |
10:00 am – 12:00 noon |
| Friday |
February 12 |
1:00 pm -3:00 pm |
| Tuesday |
February 16 |
6:30 pm -8:30 pm |
| Saturday |
February 20 |
10:00 am -12:00 Noon |
| Thursday |
February 25 |
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm |
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Posted on January 21, 2016 by hcafawebmaster
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Posted on January 21, 2016 by hcafawebmaster
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Self-Managed Plan Webinar – February 11
Navigating the Self-Managed Plan
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SURS SMP Manager Keith Johnson will host an informational webinar titled “Navigating the Self-Managed Plan” on Thursday, February 11, 2016, at 9:30 am. This webinar is for Self-Managed Plan participants who are new to the SURS System or just want information regarding SMP procedures including transfers, service credit purchases and accumulation, and contact information.
The webinar will be recorded and posted to www.surs.org.
“Navigating the Self-Managed Plan” is a quarterly webinar provided by SURS. Future dates will be posted on the SURS website as they are determined.
The webinar is free, but registration is required. |
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The webinar is free, but registration is required.
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Beth Spencer, Communications Manager
State Universities Retirement System
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If you wish to contact us, please do not reply to this message. Replies to this message will not be read or responded to. Instead, log on to the SURS Member Website at www.surs.org to send a secure webmail message. We will respond within one business day. Thank you.
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Posted on January 14, 2016 by hcafawebmaster
The US Supreme Court is hearing a case that could have major implications for you, your union and for public education. The email below from IEA contains information and links that will help you understand Friedrichs vs California Teachers Association. We will be hearing a lot about this case so be sure to watch for updates.
Colleagues:
As you probably have heard, on Monday, January 11, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Friedrichs v California Teachers Association case. What the justices decide could have a major impact on our members and working people across the nation.
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Posted on January 7, 2016 by hcafawebmaster
Urgent – Sign the Fund Our Future petition to urge the governor to pass the state budget!
As Governor Rauner continues to hold the state budget hostage to push his obsessive, anti-union agenda, college students and their families are suffering. As a candidate, Rauner ran as the “
Education Governor,” while Rauner the governor will allow more than 100,000 low-income students to fall through the cracks unless he takes action to pass a budget.
In 2014, the Monetary Award Program (MAP) provided tuition assistance to 136,000 students attending Illinois colleges and universities. Without a budget to fund this essential program, these students’ educations are in jeopardy.
The MAP is half a century old and colleges and universities depend on it for funding. This situation puts all colleges and universities at risk because funding is determined mostly by student enrollment. When students drop out, schools lose money and have to further cut back on programs. All students lose when the MAP is defunded.
“It’s going to put me in a situation that I can’t afford to be in right now,” said a Kishwakee College student regarding the hold on MAP grants, who may need to drop out of school as a result.
High school seniors will be receiving college acceptance letters soon, but still may not know whether or not they can afford to go to school. The Governor’s refusal to act puts the brakes on their college dreams.
Some of the larger schools have moved around funds to keep students in class — which takes money from other programs — but some smaller colleges simply do not have the money to give their students the help they need.
Even the Governor’s allies are frustrated with his refusal to pass a budget to fund MAP and other vital programs.
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Posted on December 25, 2015 by hcafawebmaster
HCAFA wishes you a very happy New Year.
Make a resolution to become involved in your union. Join your fellow adjuncts at any meeting.
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Posted on December 12, 2015 by hcafawebmaster
HCAFA and Student Government Association Members wrote postcards in an effort to get our legislators to fund MAP ( Monetary Assistance Program) grants.
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Posted on November 26, 2015 by hcafawebmaster
Thanksgiving is a special time of year when we’re reminded of all we have to be thankful for.
The HCAFA Executive Committee is thankful for all its members who have enriched so many lives. We wish you a happy Thanksgiving surrounded by all those you love.
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Posted on November 17, 2015 by hcafawebmaster
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A message from IEA President Cinda Klickna
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Friends and Colleagues:
This is the perfect time to recognize and promote the great work that IEA members are doing all across the state.
It’s the right time for leaders to say “Thank You” to members for going the extra mile for our students and communities.
And, it’s a great time to ‘ Catch a member in the act‘ of doing something great. Take a snapshot. Post it on social media with the hashtag #IEAHelpsOut. This week and every week, I thank you for all you do.
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