In May 2018, the former administration issued several executive orders restricting the ability of federal employee unions to function, including their ability to represent employees on work time, and the right to have a union …
Labor Education
On-campus in Madison, Wisconsin, labor education classes are offered year-round and last from two to five days. Every program is a high-quality noncredit course taught by university faculty.
June Virtual Mini-Sessions Announced
School for Workers faculty will continue to stream live on Facebook every Wednesday at noon central time. Every week will focus on a different topic empowering workers to solve problems and realize opportunities in the …
Webinar Series | The NLRB and the Changing Law
There is still time to register for this three-part series webinar! The National Labor Relations Board’s interpretation of the National Labor Relations Act typically changes through proceedings brought before the Board and more recently through …
May Virtual Mini-Sessions Announced
School for Workers faculty will continue to stream live on Facebook every Wednesday at noon central time. Every week will focus on a different topic empowering workers to solve problems and realize opportunities in the …
Guidance for Unions & Workers in COVID-19
The COVID-19 public health emergency raises critical issues for workers and unions. It is important to take steps right away to protect ourselves, our coworkers, and our customers. School for Workers is offering COVID-19 Guidance …
NEW! Virtual Mini-Sessions
School for Workers faculty will stream live on Facebook every Wednesday at noon central time. Every week will focus on a different topic empowering workers to solve problems and realize opportunities in the workplace. Check …
Legal Rights for Workers During COVID-19
School for Workers is offering COVID-19 Legal Rights for Workers information sheets and a booklet as a resource for Wisconsin workers. The school is continually working to analyze and summarize legal developments during the COVID-19 …
Announcing the 2019 winter-spring labor education program guide
School for Workers has announced the 2019 Winter-Spring Labor Education program schedule. Registration for all of the classes are now open. Click here for the printable winter-spring 2019 program flyer or click a class below for more …
Dec 03-05 | Essentials of bargaining
Education for workplace democracy Dec 3-5 | 8:30am – 4:30pm | UW-Madison This comprehensive course provides an overview of the entire collective bargaining process. We begin with a focus on factors affecting collective bargaining outcomes. …
Dec 06-07 | Advanced bargaining tools
Education for workplace democracy Dec 06-07 | 8:30am – 4:30 pm | UW-Madison This specialized 2-day program provides a detailed, in-depth exploration of three topics: (1) costing contract proposals, (2) writing and evaluating contract language, …