Illinois State, UFISU Tenure-Track Faculty Union Reach Tentative Agreement
Illinois State University and United Faculty of ISU (UFISU), the Union that represents non-administrative tenured and tenure-track Illinois State faculty, are pleased to announce that the parties have reached a tentative contract agreement. The agreement is subject to ratification by the Union’s membership. Details of the agreement will be provided after ratification, which is expected to take place by April 18.
Over the past year, the University and the Union worked collaboratively to find common ground and reach agreement on a first contract that ensures Illinois State’s tenure-track faculty are compensated in a manner that is competitive with our peer institutions.
The University and the Union appreciate the collaboration and commitment of the negotiating teams to reach an agreement that serves the University and our students. We look forward to continuing to work together to achieve our shared goals.
The United Faculty of ISU (UFISU) is a chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois (UPI Local 4100), which represents more than 3,000 education professionals at seven of Illinois’ 12 public universities. UFISU is also part of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).
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