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UHPA Stops Residency Requirements for Lecturers! Being a UHPA Member has Advantages!

In June community college lecturers started receiving notices that because they did not reside in Hawaii they could no longer be hired to work for the community colleges. This action was taken unilaterally without regard to contractual rights of lecturers and the harm that could occur to instructional programs for Fall 2019. At risk were rights to long term rolling contracts, rights of assignments of 6 credits per semester, annual contracts, and health insurance benefits. UHPA successfully prevailed in stopping the Community [...]

Web RV Editor2019-08-29T13:16:42-10:00August 29, 2019|Academic, Frontpage, Newsletter|

UHPA’s Aulani Resort special offer availability shrinking quickly – book now

We had an immediate booking response to our "Early Bird Announcement" last month about UHPA's Aulani Resort heavily discounted offer. We now have less than half of the reserved rooms available. If you are considering bringing the family to the Aulani resort this year, we suggest you make your reservations now. This event sells out every year and rooms go on a first-come, first-served basis. Our special rates are in effect for Oct 25 & 26. Want to stay longer? You can [...]

UHPA2019-07-29T12:28:44-10:00July 29, 2019|Frontpage, Membership Benefits, Newsletter|

Updated T-Mobile benefits

Our partners at T-Mobile have updated their "Amplified" offer for UHPA members, now including unlimited HD video streaming, improved international coverage, and unlimited in-flight Wi-Fi (where available). If you've been considering making a switch, this is the right time. Access Member-only T-Mobile plans now Not a member yet? Join now via this instant membership online form.. Are you already a member but can't access the content? Click here to troubleshoot or just call our office.

UHPA2019-07-29T12:28:33-10:00July 28, 2019|Frontpage, Membership Benefits, Newsletter|

Political Action Fund Objection

The University of Hawaii Professional Assembly (UHPA) has an active Political Endorsement Committee that has participated in state & federal elections through political endorsements, contributions to candidates and independent expenditures on behalf of our endorsed candidates. The UHPA Board of Directors has taken action to allocate from the dues of all UHPA Active members an amount of $5.00 a month to be placed in a Political Action Fund. The Fund will be subject to the accounting requirements and used for purposes consistent [...]

Web RV Editor2019-07-10T09:41:37-10:00July 9, 2019|Frontpage, Newsletter, UHPA Organizational|

Salary and Benefits Changes Effective July 1, 2019

Salary Increases We are entering the third year of our four-year contract. All bargaining unit 7 members will see a salary increase of 2% effective July 1, 2019, which includes lecturers, whose updated fee schedules are outlined in Article XXI, Salaries of the UHPA-BOR 2017-2021 Contract. EUTF Premiums and Contributions The new EUTF Plan Year for Active Employees starts on July 1, 2019. Any plan changes made during the Open Enrollment Period (April 2019) will now be reflected in your payroll deductions. [...]

Web RV Editor2019-07-12T12:19:13-10:00June 26, 2019|Collective Bargaining, Financial, Frontpage, Newsletter, UHPA Organizational|

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’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|

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