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Collective Bargaining In American Higher Education, Ronald G. Ehrenberg, Daniel B. Klaff, Adam T. Kezbom, Matthew P. Nagowski

Ronald G. Ehrenberg

[Excerpt] No discussion of governance in higher education would be complete without a consideration of the role of collective bargaining. Historically, most researchers interested in the subject have directed their attention to the unionization of faculty members. Given several recent decisions by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) that leave open the possibility that unionization of faculty in private colleges and universities may increase in the future, we discuss collective bargaining for faculty in the first section (Leatherman 2000, A16). Recently, however, attention has been also directed at the unionization of two other groups in the higher education workforce. Activists …

What Are The Effects Of Work Restructuring On Employee Well-Being And Firm Performance? Evidence From Telecommunications Services, Rosemary Batt

Rosemary Batt

The purpose of this study was to assess whether there are benefits to employees and firms associated with new forms of work organization and human resource and industrial relations practices. I examine a series of interrelated questions that may be summarized as follows. First, does participation in either total quality improvement teams or self-directed teams have benefits for workers, managers, and firms? If benefits exist, are they undermined by the negative effects of understaffing and job insecurity associated with downsizing? And finally, is there a coherent set of work organization, human resource, and industrial relations practices that provides mutual gains …

A New Alliance In New York State: A Progress Report On The Labor Movement’S Restructuring, Capacity Building, And Programmatic Work, Jeff Grabelsky

Jeffrey Grabelsky

The labor movement in New York State (NYS) has undergone a dramatic restructuring that is part of a national American Federation of Labor–Congress of Industrial Organizations program called the New Alliance. The purpose of the New Alliance is to build the capacity of local labor movements and to empower unions to help shape a region’s political and economic agenda. The restructuring in NYS led to the consolidation of twenty-five central labor councils into five area labor federations, each of which is developing the resources, staff, and leadership to help grow labor’s regional power across the state. This article describes the …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 28 [32], Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

• Paul, Corey. Western Students Enjoy Performance at Ag Center - Rodeo
• Harrell, Bobby. Diversity Sees 50^th Year on Hill
• Caudle, Leah. Taxis Confused with Free Rides
• Coulter, Amber. Smaller Increase Expected – Budget
• Pell Grants are Vital
• Wallace, Robert. Campus Rudeness is Not Welcome
• Walker, Carli. Campus Should Carry Non-Dairy Products
• North, Amber. Valentine’s Day Should Be Great Day for Everyone
• Coulter, Amber. Discrimination Case Delayed – Ingrid Woods
• Brandenburg, Katie. Student Organizations Discuss Diversity – Diversity Council
• Brandenburg, Katie. Student Government Association May …

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Special fall issue.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Hugh Heater, employee training and new employees.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about efficiency awards, logo and new employees.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about the Government Department, retirees, and taxes.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Harry Largen, Jim Tomes and the minority vita bank.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Torie Cockriel, WKU Ticket Office and medical insurance audits.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Rita Isenberg, Minority Vita Bank and maternity leave.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Special fall semester issue.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about David Mefford, faculty/staff recreational program and campus day care.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Student Activities & Organizations, Sue Pillow and taxes.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Computer and Informational Services, Eula Monroe, WKU organization and Mike Wallace.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Administrative Office Systems, faculty honors.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Steve Small, Cashier's Office and new employees.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Chemistry Department, Mary Boemker and employment eligibility.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Health Services, Carl Holder and benefits.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Special issue for the beginning of the fall semester.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Public Information, Norma Barkman and life insurance.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about History Department, Lowell Harrison and orientation video.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about J.T. Sandefur, Mary Miller and faculty / staff anniversaries.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Brendan Bowen, College of Business and Shipping and Receiving.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Roger Pankratz, Julia Roberts and tax reform.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Special issue for beginning of fall semester.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Business Affairs, Judy Owen and retirement planning.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Academic Affairs, Mike Lasater and tuition scholarships.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Jerry Wilder, Curtis Logsdon and gratuitous days.

Ua28/1 The Personnel File, Wku Human Resources

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Newsletter published by WKU Human Resources for the faculty and staff. Includes articles about Administrative Affairs, George Vourvopoulos and personnel changes.