by RAPUP | May 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Over 700 Postdocs and Research Associates have added their names to a letter demanding that Penn admin respond to proposals that would strengthen the rights of international researchers and increase appointment lengths. With strong majority support, it...
by RAPUP | May 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
Tomorrow, Tuesday May 19th, from 1-5pm at The Study [directions here], Postdocs and Research Associates will meet Penn admin for our ninth bargaining session. Last week’s bargaining session saw us win a tentative agreement on Protections Against Harassment and...
by RAPUP | May 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
This Thursday, May 14th, from 1-5pm at The Study [directions here], Postdocs and Research Associates will meet Penn admin for our ninth bargaining session. Penn has not responded to over 20 of our initial proposals, including those focused on Retirement, Compensation,...
by RAPUP | Apr 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Please read on for details about upcoming organizer trainings, May Day celebrations, bargaining sessions, and the UAW Higher Education Council Meeting! Upcoming Events and Announcements RAPUP-UAW Petition for Longer Appointment Lengths and Increased Support for...
by RAPUP | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
May 1st is recognized as International Workers’ Day, and this year academic workers from across Penn will be joining thousands of other workers for a rally at City Hall! On Friday, May 1st at 4:00pm, thousands will gather in support of a vision of Philadelphia...
by RAPUP | Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
This Thursday, April 16th from 1-5pm, Postdocs and Research Associates will be meeting with the Penn admin for our seventh bargaining session. These sessions are open to observers, who can attend for any portion of the afternoon. Attending bargaining as an observer is...
