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Announcement of New UHPA Faculty Representatives

Effective June 1, 2019 the newly elected UHPA Faculty Representatives started their three-year term. They are an important connection between the UHPA leadership and our Active membership. Click here to find the UHPA Faculty Representative representing your department. Unfortunately, only 79 of the 134 positions are currently filled. If the faculty rep position for your department is vacant and you are interested in serving, please send us an email at feedback@uhpa.org or call the UHPA office at (808)593-2157.

Web RV Editor2019-07-12T12:19:25-10:00June 26, 2019|Frontpage, Newsletter, UHPA Organizational|

UHPA Making Difficult Post-Janus Budget Modifications

The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on Janus v. AFSCME (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees) a year ago has impacted many unions across the nation. Some union members are choosing to forgo paying membership dues since this is no longer required. Many are willing to gamble with the risks of not having union representation when confronted with adverse working conditions, even while a troubling number of grievances and other collective bargaining contract violations continue. Becoming More Resilient Although the intent [...]

UHPA2019-07-01T09:14:06-10:00June 26, 2019|Financial, Newsletter, UHPA Organizational|

UHPA’s 6th Annual Disney Aulani Resort accepting Early Bird reservations now!

Our very popular annual event returns for Oct 25 & 26, 2019. Don't miss out! UHPA members love the Disney Aulani Resort. If you are an early bird planner, this is your chance to get the best rooms at our heavily discounted rates before they sell out as they do every year. Our special rates are in effect for Oct 25 & 26. Want to stay longer? You can reserve dates up to 5 days before or after our special rate days. [...]

UHPA2019-06-26T12:55:42-10:00June 26, 2019|Frontpage, Membership Benefits, Newsletter|

Polynesian Cultural Center July 4th Celebration

The Polynesian Cultural Center (located at 55-370 Kamehameha Highway in Laie) joins with many around Hawai'i in the United States' Independence Day festivities. In honor of recognizing those who give day in and day out for the betterment of our Hawai'i, they have extended an invitation to our members to come and enjoy the activities, games, food and retail vendors, entertainment, and especially the Fireworks Spectacular. UHPA members are being offered the following discounts for their July 4th event: Special $15 price [...]

Web RV Editor2019-06-27T09:53:55-10:00June 25, 2019|Fringe Benefits, Frontpage, Membership Benefits, Newsletter, UHPA Organizational|

Get your complimentary financial review from HomeStreet Bank

Our partners at HomeStreet Bank are offering UHPA members a complimentary, no obligation, financial review. Their official announcement is below and if you're interested, click on this link to get specific information on how to schedule your review. Our partners at HomeStreet Bank say, When making important decisions about your personal financial objectives, it’s critical to have a trusted financial partner with the skills, knowledge and experience to advise you on strategies to help you realize your dreams and achieve your goals. [...]

UHPA2019-05-28T11:40:13-10:00May 28, 2019|Frontpage, Membership Benefits, Newsletter|

UHPA Prevails in Obtaining Revised Contract Renewal Letters for Probationary Faculty

UHPA filed a class grievance regarding the failure to properly inform probationary faculty of the contract renewal recommendations by the DPC and Department/Division chair by December 20, 2018 as provided by the collective bargaining agreement. This information can be critical to any faculty member who may be subject to non-renewal or has performance deficits that may raise concerns with a Dean or Vice Chancellor. The December date enables a probationary faculty member to determine what options may guide their future employment and [...]

UHPA2019-04-30T15:37:42-10:00April 30, 2019|Academic, Contract negotiations, Frontpage, Legal Judicial, Newsletter, System Policy|

UHPA 2019 NEWLY ELECTED DIRECTORS & OFFICERS

On Saturday, April 27, 2019 the UHPA Board of Directors met and welcomed eight newly elected and two re-elected Board members from across Hawai‘i . Elected to represent their campus for three-year terms are: Samuel Giordanengo, Associate Professor of History, representing Hawaii Community College. Jeffrey Mexia, Assistant Professor in English, representing Kauai Community College. Karla Hayashi, Director of Kilohana, representing the University of Hawaii at Hilo. Daniel Harris-McCoy, Associate Professor of Language & Literature of Europe and Americas, representing the University of [...]

Web RV Editor2019-04-30T12:55:00-10:00April 29, 2019|BOD, Frontpage, Newsletter, UHPA Organizational|

UHPA Members Notice of Annual Membership Meeting

Please be informed that the University of Hawaii Professional Assembly will be holding its 45th Annual Membership Meeting at: KAPIOLANI COMMUNITY COLLEGE KOPIKO BUILDING B Rooms 127 and 128 4303 Diamond Head Road Honolulu, Hawaii 96816 Friday, April 26, 2019 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. View 2019 Annual Meeting Agenda This content is made available to UHPA Members only via our Google Drive files. If you’re not a member, signup is quick and easy via our online form.

UHPA2019-04-25T13:39:29-10:00April 25, 2019|Frontpage, Meetings, UHPA Organizational|

Farmers Insurance returns to bring great benefits UHPA Members

UHPA members could save up to 23% on auto insurance, according to Farmers. UHPA Members are also provided a dedicated phone number to call where agents can assist delivering exclusive benefits. “Farmers Insurance Hawaii is honored to be a part of the UHPA member benefit ohana,” said Melanie Joseph, marketing manager for Farmers Insurance Hawaii. “Our renewed partnership with UHPA is a return to our roots, as we began serving Hawaii in 1955 as an union member benefit insurance company. Our promise [...]

UHPA2019-04-17T16:33:24-10:00April 18, 2019|Frontpage, Membership Benefits, Newsletter|

Volunteer Now for the NALC Food Drive on May 11, 2019

A friendly reminder that the National Association of Letter Carriers' Food Drive is right around the corner, 5/11/2019. This is the largest one-day food drive in our nation and 250 volunteers are needed. According to the Hawaii Foodbank, 1 in 5 residents utilize the food banks services. On average we bring in 500,000 pounds of food statewide from this food drive. We have broken the night into 2 shifts since many people leave after dinner (6:30 p.m.) and we want to be [...]

Web RV Editor2019-04-30T10:53:24-10:00April 5, 2019|Frontpage, Newsletter|

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