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Eyes on the Prize: Why the Union Never Leaves the Room

They say a Labor Relations meeting is the only place where people can spend two hours arguing about labor law or contract language without ever reaching a resolution—it’s like watching a group of people try to agree on where to go for lunch, except the lunch menu is...

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A Quick Guide to Your Rights & Resources

The Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA) is your partner in the workplace. Here is a breakdown of how we support you and where our authority ends. 1. What UMPSA Does For You We work to ensure your workload is stable, your pay is fair, and your...

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President’s Message: March 2026

Hello Members, Today, I write about a critical state funding gap that affects early college students across all UMS campuses. To sustain student success and opportunities for folks in rural communities, the Early College program must be funded as it was originally...

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