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The Faculty Staff Union of UMass Boston Quinn/2/81A 100 Morrissey Blvd Boston MA 02125 617-287-6295 | fsu@umb.edu 

The Faculty Staff Union of UMass Boston

Welcome to the FSU Site. Here you will find important information about our union, including the contract, a list of officers and  Executive Committee members, the FSU office telephone number and our address. You will also find information about current issues.   Please be sure to check the site regularly for the most recent issues facing our unit. We also have provided links to related sites that   you may find useful for union issues and for professional activities.



Caroline Coscia, President 

fsu@umb.edu

 

Lunch break with the FSU- TODAY April 30 12-1 in UDC Campus Center 2nd floor

4/30/2025

Dear Colleague,

Now more than ever it is essential to take time for yourself and connect with colleagues. Stop by UDC 12-1 pm for a snack on your way to class or to relax and catch up with friends (pizza and cookies will be available). 

FSU lunchtime conversations Spring 2025

Campus Center, 2nd Floor, former University Dining Club 12-1 pm

Wednesday April 30

Tuesday May 6

Wednesday May 14

Sincerely,

Caroline Coscia                             Sana Haroon

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REMINDER: May 14th Deadline To Notify Department of Intent to Apply for NTT Promotions

4/29/2025

Dear Colleagues,

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Nuts & Bolts: FSU events, Academic Freedom and Free Speech Letter, May Day events, Blackboard Content, Summer Session registration and MTA Benefits

4/28/2025

FSU Calendar April 28th to May 2nd       

FSU lunchtime in UDC on Wednesday, April 30th 12:00-1:00PM

Join colleagues on Wednesday to relax and enjoy time away from our offices. Pizza and cookies provided.

Contract Bargaining Session, Wednesday, April 30 from 9:45AM to 11:30AM in ISC 2003

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FSU Executive Committee Meeting TODAY Friday, 4/25 3:30-5

4/25/2025

Dear FSU Members,

The FSU Executive Committee meeting is meeting TODAY Friday, April 25th 3:30-5PM.

The meeting today will be via Zoom  (contact FSU or Caroline Coscia for Zoom information).

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Join the FSU for Contract Bargaining on April 30

4/24/2025

Dear Colleagues, 

We are nearing the end of the spring semester, with just a few more bargaining sessions currently scheduled. Please join us as a silent observer as we (hopefully) approach the end of this long process. 

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The Point: Union Strength is Needed to Meet the Moment

4/24/2025

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The Point: Weaponizing Antisemitism Won’t Protect Any of Us

4/17/2025

Today’s Point is written by Meredith Reiches, Associate Professor of Anthropology.

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REMINDER: FSU Annual Meeting, Thursday April 17, 3-5

4/15/2025

Dear FSU Member,  

This is a reminder that the FSU Annual Meeting is Thursday, April 17th from 3:00PM to 5:00PM. The meeting will be held virtually (contact FSU or Caroline Coscia for Zoom information).

Annual Meeting Agenda  

Welcome

Introductions: Executive Committee, FSU staff and MTA representative

Recap of past year activities 

Notification of Course Releases and Stipends 

Adopt FSU 2025-2026 budget (includes the JCC budget)

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Join Petition Delivery – FSU Bargaining Action this Wednesday

4/15/2025

Dear Colleagues,

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Supporting Our International Community: Immigration Law Workshop for UMass Boston Faculty and Staff April 21, 3-5 pm

4/14/2025

Dear Colleague,

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