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.

CAUSE Unionization Update

June 12, 2026

This contains important information about discretionary benefits for CAUSE-represented employees during the dynamic status quo period before a complete contract is in place.

CAUSE Status Update: Union Activity During Working Hours and in Work Spaces

May 07, 2026

Appropriate union activity during work hours and workspaces reminders.

CAUSE unionization update: Performance Management Guidance

April 27, 2026

Employees represented by CAUSE have completed union certification, and the University is now operating in a status quo period until a collective bargaining agreement is agreed upon.

CAUSE unionization update: Position descriptions

April 17, 2026

There have been many questions regarding reviews of position descriptions (PDs) before a finalized Collective Bargaining Agreement is entered into. To help all employees understand what changes can be made during the "status quo" period, here is some additional information.

Staff Union Election Update - CAUSE-UAW Officially Formed

April 01, 2026

Voting concluded yesterday, and the votes were counted today. Votes in favor of unionization prevailed 1,106-610 with 1,716 eligible voters (about 75% of those eligible) casting ballots.

Correcting Misinformation: Union Elections, Representation Status, and FY27 Salary Increases

March 06, 2026

The Latest: Due to a combination of timing, state law, and the upcoming union election, UA staff eligible to be in the proposed staff union may not be able to receive pay raises this year.

Correcting Misinformation & Answering Key Questions about CAUSE

February 20, 2026

We've received dozens of questions from eligible staff about what unionization means for them. We've addressed the 6 most common questions, concerns, and reports of misinformation below to help set the record straight.