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Communications and messaging during union contract negotiation

August 20, 2026

UA is committed to transparency by providing regular, factual updates on the bargaining process with CAUSE, and its timeline.

CAUSE Bargaining continues with the fifth session on August 10

August 11, 2026

Negotiations move forward with multiple articles CAUSE passed across the table.

Reminder: CAUSE-represented staff are still eligible for tuition waivers

August 05, 2026

As UA continues the collective bargaining process with CAUSE, employees represented by CAUSE are eligible for tuition waiver benefits.

CAUSE contract negotiations continue at slow pace

August 04, 2026

UA continues to be concerned about the pace of negotiations with CAUSE as the parties bargain toward a first contract.

Where Things Stand: A Look at the Bargaining Process

July 29, 2026

Guide to how the Negotiation Process Unfolds

Concerned About Pace of Negotiations, UA Proposes Complete CAUSE Contract

July 23, 2026

UA's bargaining team pushed a proposed, complete contract across the negotiating table for CAUSE negotiators to consider today.

New CAUSE Online Resources Now Available

July 15, 2026

The new UA CAUSE-UAW website is now live with FAQs, news updates, and important information for CAUSE membership.

Union Activity During Working Hours

July 13, 2026

We would like to provide the following reminders and expectations for union activity during working hours and in work spaces.

Compensation and Union Inclusion

July 08, 2026

Answering some frequently asked questions about which employees are included in CAUSE-UAW or excluded, and who is eligible for the 3% compensation increase that will take effect later this month.

University of Alaska and CAUSE begin negotiations toward a first contract

June 19, 2026

Initial bargaining sessions are scheduled this summer as the University of Alaska and its new staff union prepare to come to the table.