Union Skills Essentials

Register by: Aug 28

@ University of Wisconsin-Madison Fluno Center
@ 8:30 am - @ 4:30 pm

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Class description

Tuition: $845 | Register by: Aug 28

This three-day class is designed to be a launching pad for all unionists, from new members seeking to get active to experienced leaders looking to hone their knowledge and skills. We will discuss issues currently facing organized labor and will improve upon the practical skills needed by stewards and other workplace representatives. We will learn about:

  • Winning with and without collective bargaining
  • Workplace problem solving
  • Increasing member involvement
  • Why unions matter
  • Making meetings more effective
  • Private & public sector (including breakouts)

Class location and lodging

Residential institutes are held at the Fluno Center (601 University Ave., Madison, WI). A room block is available. Participants arrange their own lodging and parking. Reserve a room by calling 608-441-7117 (mention parking needs when booking).

Registration and payment

Register by phone: 608-262-2112
Register online: schoolforworkers.wisc.edu/register

Pay by credit card: charge.wisc.edu/schoolforworkers
Or mail a check (payable to UW–Madison):
610 Walnut St., WARF Room 1140
Madison, WI 53726

Cancellation policy

  • Full refund for residential institutes if canceled 14+ days prior
  • On-demand institutes are non-refundable
  • Cancel by phone (608-262-2112) or email: schoolforworkers@dcs.wisc.edu

When enrollment criterion is not met or conditions beyond control intervene, School for Workers reserves the right to cancel the institute. If an institute is canceled, tuition is fully refunded. Participants are responsible for their travel costs.

Accessibility

UW–Madison provides equal access to all programs. For accommodations or interpreter requests, contact the School for Workers office. Requests are confidential.