Labor Forward, a monthly live-stream interview series hosted by School for Workers, will not be scheduled during the summer. The free program will return in September 2023.
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Beat the heat
Professor Michael Childers speaks with Planet Magazine about the dangers of heat stress for workers. Beat the Heat | Planet Magazine Interviews: Michael Childers Read the articlea
Understanding the Writers Guild of America strike and its impact
WPR talks with a UW-Madison School for Workers Professor Michael Childers and an entertainment reporter about the latest in the second week of a massive Hollywood writers strike. Understanding the Writers Guild of America strike …
Steward Training series in Madison – Registration extended!
In three Thursday night sessions, you will sharpen and deepen your stewardship skills and improve your effectiveness as a leader. Class topics will include: The role of a union steward Using the contract to represent …
Knights on strike in California
An article written by Dr. Ericka Wills looking at the assaults on strikers brought into public view and the challenges that members of Medieval Times Performers United (MTU)—representing actors, stunt performers, and stable hands—have faced …
Writers’ strike fallout
UW Madison professor Dr. Michael Childers addresses how streaming services impacted the Writers Guild of America Strike and where the strike goes from here. Writers’ Strike Fallout | WISN 12 News Interview: Dr. Michael Childers …
How will writers’ strike affect your favorite shows?
Michael Childers from the Department of Labor Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison joins Live at Four to discuss the writers’ strike that could impact your favorite shows. How will writers’ strike affect your favorite …
Labor Forward on May 17th with Peter Rickman
Wednesday, May 17th at noon (CT) Register Join us for the next Labor Forward Forum featuring Peter Rickman, President of MASH (Milwaukee Area Service and Hospitality Workers Organization). Professor Don Taylor and Peter will discuss …
Professor Ibarra receives Villas Distinguished Achievement Professorship
Congratulations to Professor Armando Ibarra, one of the thirteen professors who were named to Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professorships. The award recognizes distinguished scholarship as well as standout efforts in teaching and service. The professorship provides …
School for Workers co-hosts Labor Spring 2023 event
Saturday, April 22, 11 AM-2 PM (US CT) The Crossing, 1127 University Ave. Madison, WI Register Here The past few years have seen an upsurge in labor organizing across the US, as workers have demanded …