Leslie Edwards, the benefits administrator for UAW/UMass Health & Welfare Trust, has informed GEO that Delta Dental and EyeMed Vision has been able to process dental and vision insurance enrollments at a faster rate than in past years. Because of that, she has been able to extend the deadline for priority enrollment to October 31. If you sign up online at the Dental Trust’s website … Continue reading
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The GimmeFive program was launched at the 35th UAW Convention in June 2010 by President Bob King, the newly elected International Officers and Regional Directors, and the UAW Local Union Delegates. GimmeFive recruits and engages members in a new and innovative mobilizing program to Organize, Build Power and Win Justice for our union and community. TOGETHER WE WIN! The first step is to, sign up … Continue reading
Upcoming Events International Student Caucus Meeting Tuesday, October 19, 1-2pm: Campus Center Room 805 The International Student Caucus addresses issues that uniquely affect international graduate students. Such issues may relate to your job, living conditions, immigration, academics, social/cultural community, etc. For more info, contact our International Student Coordinator, Nigel Brissett, at international@geouaw.org. Queer Caucus Trivia Night Thursday, October 21, 7-9pm: Grad Student Lounge, UMass Campus … Continue reading
More than a month into the recent monsoonal floods in Pakistan, floodwaters continue to flow southwards, engulfing and washing away entire villages and displacing millions of people. By September 6th, more than 350,000 people had to flee their hometowns because of fresh flooding. More than one-fifth of the country is now underwater, and the flooding hasn’t stopped yet. It is estimated that the floods have … Continue reading
GEO is now hiring for two staff assistantships within the office. The Family Issues Advocate provides support for graduate students with families and represents their issues to the union and administration. The Organizer/Membership Mobilization Coordinator provides leadership for campaign development and internal organizing within GEO. Preference will be given to GEO members who have been active in committees and campaigns, or have related issue experience. … Continue reading