Teaching Tuesdays
The Education Department is proud to present “Teaching Tuesdays” as a series of classes that USW members can attend from the comfort of their homes.
All classes are held at either 11 a.m. or 8 p.m. EST, so if you are interested in attending one of the classes please click on the time that you can attend. Sessions run for 90 minutes.
All stewards training classes will be held on the first Tuesday of each month.
We will be using Zoom to host each session. You can create a Zoom account and/or download the software here.
OCTOBER
Oct. 7, 2025: New Hire Orientation
First impressions are important. Learn how to build member solidarity from day one on the job.
- 11:00 a.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/xLSfJlxsRQui9flkzPuqaA
- 8:00 p.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/Td91XmkGT6GJYZMwYmpg0w
Oct. 14, 2025: Just Cause – How to Best Represent Members in Discipline & Discharge Situations
Just cause is used in labor arbitration to determine whether an employer has a valid reason for disciplining or terminating an employee. In this session, we will discuss the tests to meet the standard of just cause.
- 11:00 a.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/jbBjgPZsSzGi6rM2qoB7iQ
- 8:00 p.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/Gd_zFk9fTeKz_vH4QyCqqw
Oct. 28, 2025: Book Club: “A History of America in Ten Strikes”- Chapter 5, The Bread and Roses Strike
Join the Education Department in discussing “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis. Please join us on Tuesday, Oct. 28th, as we dive into Chapter 5, “The Bread and Roses Strike.”
Due to scheduling conflicts, this month’s book club has been moved to the 4th Tuesday. Moving forward they will continue to be the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Get a copy from your local library, download an audiobook, buy used, or shop local and get ready to talk labor history!
NOVEMBER
Nov. 18, 2025: Book Club: Chapter 6, The Flint Sit Down Strike & New Deal
Join the Education Department in discussing “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis. Please join us on Tuesday, Nov. 18th, as we dive into Chapter 6, “The Flint Sit Down Strike & New Deal”
The 3rd Tuesday of each month, we’ll continue to cover one chapter at a time. If you haven’t yet, there’s still time to get a copy from your local library, download an audiobook, buy used, or shop local and get ready to talk labor history!
DECEMBER
Dec. 2, 2025: USW Power, Politics, and YOU
Every decision that affects our work, from contracts and job protections to wages and safety standards, traces back to power. Specifically, who has it, how they use it, and how we as a Union can build and use our own. This training digs into the connection between politics, elections, and the everyday realities of our jobs. Because the truth is, politics isn’t something that happens “out there.” It shapes everything we fight for, right here.
- 11:00 a.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/9CyGu0HHQS6Yp22e0kV–A
- 8:00 p.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/52A8VnKmRMuGoflNh2ueVg
Dec. 9, 2025: 2026 Tax Changes and Info for Local Unions
This class will be a quick update to any tax changes or other issues for financial officers that may take effect in 2026.
- 11:00 a.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/TlaGzv7oRTyqp5Sn7aF0bg
- 8:00 p.m. EST – https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/3DvXqShaTry7fl4E4-vDtg
Dec. 16, 2025: Book Club: Chapter 7, Oakland General Strike & Cold War America
Join the Education Department in discussing “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis. Please join us on Tuesday, Dec. 16th, as we dive into Chapter 7, “Oakland General Strike & Cold War America.”
The 3rd Tuesday of each month, we’ll continue to cover one chapter at a time. If you haven’t yet, there’s still time to get a copy from your local library, download an audiobook, buy used, or shop local and get ready to talk labor history!
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