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Dear UofG grad students, 

There’s no denying that money (e.g., grad student funding, grants, TA wages) is a sore spot for many of us. In fact, did you know that 70% of TAs believe that wages and/or funding should be increased to reflect the current cost of living?

Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd from 12pm-1pm at The Lookout (5th floor of the UC by the North elevators) for the inaugural Whine & Dine - an event organized by grad students for grad students so that we can come together and discuss important issues while enjoying some free food. This month, we will be focusing on FUNDING & WAGES.

This event is open only to UofG grad students, though all grad students are welcome to attend. 

Please RSVP so we can have a sense of numbers for ordering food: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=K6Fivq0soUml-oX08xVqfesTuAq2J9hJomSxkGuOUm9UNU1ETkhVTVlWM1RMUjBHNEhHVEU5M1Q5Ri4u

Sponsored by: UofG Grad Student Coalition; GSA; CUPE 3913; Canadian Federation of Students - Ontario; Student Life Enhancement Fund (SLEF) 

Last reminder: join us for another round of Trivia at The Lookout tomorrow (21st April) from 5-7PM! We will provide swag, and CUPE3913 Executive members will be present to answer any questions you may have.

See you there!
Chris, Vice-President Internal

As announced in our April newsletter, CUPE3913 is hosting another event this week – please join us for another round of Trivia at The Lookout this Friday (21st April) from 5-7PM! We will provide swag, and CUPE3913 Executive members will be present to answer any questions you may have. Note: this event replaces the paint night announced in the newsletter for the 20th April.

See you there!
Chris, Vice-President Internal

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above you'll find the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for April! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Election results
• Spring Membership Meeting and budget revisions: link to the recording and announcement of adjustments to our budget revisions
• 2023 is a bargaining year: what does that mean?
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now
• Perks survey: your opportunity to let us know how we can help you with discounts from stores on a range of items!
• Upcoming social – paint night: brushes, paint, and canvases provided!
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2)
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Jeff Cornelissen, Labour Relations Coordinator
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members: car and home insurance, Ford & Lincoln vehicles
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

If you have any questions, you can simply reach out to me by replying to this email!

Cheers,
Chris

Dear members,

The Spring Membership Meeting that was supposed to start at 7PM is delayed by 30 min due to technical difficulties.

Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87987866207.

See you there in 30 min!

Chris, Vice-President Internal

Please join us this Friday in The Lookout for our St. Patrick's Trivia and Costume Contest from 5-7PM. This is our first event in over a semester, so be sure to check it out! You will have the chance to win one of two $25 gift cards, we will provide swag, and CUPE3913 Executive members will be present to answer any questions you may have.
 
See you there!
Chris, Vice-President Internal

Hi everyone,
 
Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.
 
Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for March! This month is extremely important for CUPE3913, as elections take place. We will enter the bargaining process with the University soon to improve your rights, benefits, and pay, so this election is really impactful for you. Therefore, please review the election material (you can find more information in the newsletter) and use your right to vote!

The newsletter features the following topics:

• Elections: voting dates, candidate statements, and Q&A answers
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $500
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now
• Spring Membership Meeting: date, topics, and Zoom link
• Anonymous dropbox for International TAs: submit any questions, comments, or concerns to CUPE 3913
• Tabling: find us in the UC
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2)
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members: car and home insurance, Ford & Lincoln vehicles
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

 
If you have any questions, you can simply reach out to me by replying to this email!

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for February! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Upcoming elections: interested in running for a position?
• Tabling: find us in the UC
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now!
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $50
• Townhall for International Students
• Anonymous dropbox for International TAs: submit any questions, comments, or concerns to CUPE 3913
• Membership Off-Campus Perks Survey
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2) & information on address change and the login portal
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Dr. Kyle Novak, Unit 2 Steward
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for January! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Winter membership meeting: January 26th at 7 PM!
• Upcoming elections: interested in running for a position?
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $500
• Membership handbook: know your rights
• Tabling: find us in the UC
• Membership Off-Campus Perks Survey
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now!
• Anonymous dropbox for International TAs: submit any questions, comments, or concerns to CUPE 3913
• Appointments for Sessional Lecturers: important information
• Red flags for TAs
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2) & information on address change and the login portal
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Dr. Chris Hempel, Vice-President Internal
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

The Executive of CUPE 3913 wishes all members a successful start into the new semester!

Cheers,
Chris

Hi everyone,

Chris here, the Vice-President Internal of CUPE 3913 – your Union representing Teaching Assistants and Sessional Lecturers at the University of Guelph.

Above is the link to the CUPE 3913 newsletter for December! The newsletter features the following topics:

• Statement on Bill 28 and the CUPE 3906 strike at McMaster University
• Bargaining next year: updates and survey
• International TA Townhall meeting: the recording is up
• Upcoming elections: information for anyone interested in running for a position
• Emergency Financial Assistance Fund: TAs can claim up to $500
• Membership Off-Campus Perks Survey: your chance to tell us which offcampus perks you'd like to receive in the future
• Benefits: know your benefits and claim up to $600/$1000 (Unit 1/Unit 2) & information on address change and the login portal
• Members in Good Standing: why you should become one now!
• Discrimination & Harassment: there are many ways we can help!
• Get to know your Union: Dr. Scott Duchesne, President
• Special Discounts for CUPE 3913 members
• Student Wellness Support Resources
• Contact information

The Executive of CUPE 3913 wishes all members a successful exam period and a restful holiday season!

Cheers,
Chris