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AFT negotiation updates

Name Title
Laura Hartless Negotiator, Labor Relations
Josh Kemper Human Resources Manager, Labor Relations
Oneisha Cabrera Specialist, Labor Relations
James C. Evans Academic Director, CC: International and English Language Programs
Alisha LaPlante Human Resources Dept Manager/Admin, CC: Administration
Kim Lima Human Resources Consultant, UWHR


  • Agreement reached with AFT on 2026-2029 Contract

    June 18, 2026

    We are pleased to announce that UW has reached agreement with AFT on a collective bargaining agreement effective for three years. Members of AFT are currently voting on ratification. For more details on the agreement reached, please see the compiled TAs: Combined Tentative Agreements: AFT 2026-2029 For a summary of the agreements reached please see…

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  • AFT Negotiations Recap for May 18, 2026

    May 18, 2026

    Background This recap details the tenth in person bargaining session for the negotiation for the collective bargaining agreement between AFT and UW. Recaps are published online on the UW Labor Relations website.   Union Counter Proposals The Union presented a package proposal in which all provisions would need to be accepted in their entirety. Package highlights…

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  • AFT Negotiations Recap for May 14, 2026

    May 14, 2026

    Background This recap details the ninth in person bargaining session for the negotiation for the collective bargaining agreement between AFT and UW. Recaps are published online on the UW Labor Relations website.   Union Counter Proposals The Union presented a package proposal in which all provisions would need to be accepted in their entirety. Package highlights…

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  • AFT Negotiations Recap for May 5, 2026

    May 5, 2026

    Background This recap details the eighth in person bargaining session for the negotiation for the collective bargaining agreement between AFT and UW. Recaps are published online on the UW Labor Relations website.   Employer Counter Proposals The Employer presented a package proposal in which all provisions would need to be accepted in their entirety. Package highlights…

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  • AFT Negotiations Recap for March 30, 2026

    March 30, 2026

    Background This recap details the seventh in person bargaining session for the negotiation for the collective bargaining agreement between AFT and UW. Recaps are published online on the UW Labor Relations website.   Union Counter Proposals Article 18: Professional Development 18.2. UWC2 Professional Development In response to the Employer’s initial proposal, the Union agreed to…

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