As a CWU faculty member, you are automatically represented by UFC as part of the bargaining unit. There is no representation fee. Membership is voluntary. Members pay dues, scaled by salary, as detailed in the table below. One benefit of membership is that you may vote in union elections, on contract ratifications, and on union policy and procedural changes. But most importantly, your membership strengthens our united voice.

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​JOIN UFC NOW

 

 Complete the fillable pdf form and do one of the following:

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1) send it electronically (add your electronic signature; or  print the form, sign it, and scan it; or just type your name) to ufcentral.vicepresident@gmail.com or

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2) print out the form and mail it to:

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UFC

PO Box 1654

Ellensburg, WA 98926-1654 

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Payments begin at enrollment and are not retroactive.

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The first dues payment for each year is deducted

from the second paycheck (which is usually Oct. 25).

 

Dues are not paid during the summer (June 16th - Sept. 15th).

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What do you get for your membership dues?

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• Professional liability insurance through NEA, including coverage for eligible job-related claims and legal defense

• Access to NEA Member Benefits, including discounts on travel, hotels, rental cars, entertainment, shopping, insurance, and other services

• NEA Travel Program benefits, including member pricing and eligible NEA Savings Dollars

• Experienced union staff support

• Assistance with contract negotiations on compensation, workload, and other terms and conditions of employment

• Contract enforcement and grievance support

• Legal representation for job-related matters, including discipline, dismissal, and academic-freedom issues

• Budget analysis, research, and bargaining support

• Communication expertise and member publications

• Advocacy on state and federal higher-education legislation and policy

• Opportunities to participate separately in political-action activities related to higher education