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
October 1, 2024: Past Practice
The unwritten rule. Identify a past practice grievance and understand when and how a workplace custom is contractually binding.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpcOqspjkvGNIsu0ZE9vzJ5ALO710XCHET
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvce-qrTkoGtU8hVpk8sG4e9eh29t6Oo_g
October 8, 2024: Talking Union: How to Make Your Message Count, Create good Flyers, and More
We’ll think through the basics of communication like determining who you need to reach, what messages move them, and how to choose a communications medium.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdeirpz4pE9AgvXt0STrkowYb1ho_nKGM
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kfuiqqTspHt3rd3EUSXX6rseRxI1FGwuS
October 15, 2024: Raising the Bar on Women’s Health and Safety
Through collective action and solidarity, our union can raise health and safety topics to the forefront. A safer workplace for women means a safer workplace for all, regardless of gender or identity. This class will give members the tools they need to address health and safety concerns, specifically when those concerns disproportionately affect our sisters.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUld-ugpzovHtVzaPD8Od6pJJ05ZfpkmCVH
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ld-qgqD0qGNSye1f6ZDqlO-pk-CWaTsH2
NOVEMBER
November 12, 2024: Collective Bargaining 101
Collective Bargaining is the formal negotiation process between the Employer and the Union, that sets the terms and conditions of work. In this first part of a two part class, we will talk about what goes into preparing for bargaining, negotiating committee roles and ground rules, and touch on the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), specifically regarding our right to information.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtfuypqzgvGtUmGRiGwyrhJSeEawSijFEH
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdu2grzMoGNNpq9BMjnAMaKTAqT3lBhHV
November 19, 2024: How to: SteelWeb for Local Unions
SteelWeb is a tool that helps you enhance certain aspects of your local operations. Whether it is maintaining your membership list, tracking and researching grievances, or communicating with your members via the web, this course will help you get started.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEudO-grjwqG9xGeU2m6e3-vgwSonQ9wFrK
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkcOCopz0tE9z_h6H6Vwz1Rw2pJ3CWmZ80
DECEMBER
December 3, 2024: Collective Bargaining 102
We are stronger when we bargain collectively. This is the second piece of a two-part class. In this class we will go more in depth on the NLRA, specifically around subjects of bargaining and impasse. We will also touch on drafting and presenting proposals, and table tactics.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrf-2trD0vHt02D6BIq2QAnLrTGOsZvPlw
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkf-2ppzwpHtTJXy-CxQP65viZ-4BfwtWo
December 10, 2024: 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/tZUlcu-hrDsiHNxllu-iUUltXOzH_QCF1vgW
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIscuivpjsvH9TeOA2NXheZdbQu5tCGWCfD
JANUARY
Jan. 7, 2025: Tax Changes and Other Relevant Info for LU Financial Officers
This class will be a quick update to any tax changes or other issues for financial officers that may take effect in 2025.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlc-qurzkqEtR9k-g7-05U1McPJ9bRegxF
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcudOigqTwvH9PRhHEf_BKSt2N_cuwbvBGK
Jan. 14, 2025: Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Since it was signed into law, the Family Medical Leave Act has become a key tool for working people when life takes unexpected turns. This workshop will include a basic overview of important provisions of FMLA. (US Content)
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtcuGpqzguHt04HIxiVckAaP8PX7nWOGHe
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpc-yrqjgoHty8EH_qaBLNXD13s24ICwW0
Jan. 21, 2025: Mental Health Matters
An opportunity for USW members to challenge stigmas around mental health and mental health care. Conversation will shed light on ways union membership and collective bargaining can help foster healthier work environments. Participants will explore connections between our innate need for community, our need to feel valued, and union membership.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMscu2srDwqHtCF7waLZTsykfQ8iNzub3Ya
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc-Copz8sE9W9MoYCKjaKXgwHRnbRSBBE
FEBRUARY
Feb. 4, 2025: Roles and Responsibilities of a Steward
Local Union Stewards are the first, and sometimes the only, contact that many of our members have with the union. This will cover the roles of the union stewards as communicators, educators, organizers, problem solvers, and grievance handlers, with special emphasis on active listening skills.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ldu2tqz0jGNAOZWYvv-xMWC-ORfv-V45Y
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEudeiqpzsiHtP63aLq8jQmHSlgTHi_8GqY
Feb. 11, 2025: Winning Grievances: The Art of Persuasive Argumentation
Argumentation is the process of systematic reasoning to support an idea or theory. In this Teaching Tuesday session, we will explore the fundamentals of argumentation and ways to develop better arguments to support your grievances.
- 11:00 a.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsc-uorDwjHNL0bAjiUCUQYCCCBwb5a_7r
- 8:00 p.m. EST https://uswhosting-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpceysqTovG9NGG7xlT4A0N_wlrRUYkjFf
MARCH
March 4, 2025: Contract Language Basics/Interpreting Contract Language
What do words in a Collective Bargaining Agreement mean? Is some language better than others? In this session we will talk about some basic terms that are often used and which ones are better for different circumstances. We will also learn about the “rules of contract interpretation.”