Teaching Tuesdays

The Education Department is proud to present “Teaching Tuesdays” as a series of classes that USW members can attend from the comfort of their homes.

All classes are held at either 11 a.m. or 8 p.m. EST, so if you are interested in attending one of the classes please click on the time that you can attend. Sessions run for 90 minutes.

All stewards training classes will be held on the first Tuesday of each month.

We will be using Zoom to host each session. You can create a Zoom account and/or download the software here.

Teaching Tuesdays

DECEMBER

Dec. 2, 2025: USW Power, Politics, and YOU

Every decision that affects our work, from contracts and job protections to wages and safety standards, traces back to power. Specifically, who has it, how they use it, and how we as a Union can build and use our own. This training digs into the connection between politics, elections, and the everyday realities of our jobs. Because the truth is, politics isn’t something that happens “out there.” It shapes everything we fight for, right here.

 

Dec. 9, 2025: 2026 Tax Changes and Info for Local Unions

This class will be a quick update to any tax changes or other issues for financial officers that may take effect in 2026.

 

Dec. 16, 2025: Book Club: Chapter 7, Oakland General Strike & Cold War America

Join the Education Department in discussing “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis. Please join us on Tuesday, Dec. 16th, as we dive into Chapter 7, “Oakland General Strike & Cold War America.”

The 3rd Tuesday of each month, we’ll continue to cover one chapter at a time. If you haven’t yet, there’s still time to get a copy from your local library, download an audiobook, buy used, or shop local and get ready to talk labor history!

JANUARY

Jan. 6, 2026: Steward Training Part 1

Local Union Stewards are the first, and sometimes the only, contact that many of our members have with the union. This will cover the basic roles of the union steward and begin to touch on the rights and responsibilities you need to know to properly represent your members.

Jan. 20, 2026: Book Club: Chapter 8, Lordstown & Workers in a Rebellious Age

Join the Education Department in discussing “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis. Please join us on Tuesday, Jan. 20th, as we dive into Chapter 8, “Lordstown & Workers in a Rebellious Age.”

The 3rd Tuesday of each month, we’ll continue to cover one chapter at a time. If you haven’t yet, there’s still time to get a copy from your local library, download an audiobook, buy used, or shop local and get ready to talk labor history!

FEBRUARY

Feb. 3, 2026: Steward Training Part 2

Transform your stewardship with our online class. In this follow up to last month’s class, learn more about the essential responsibilities of a Union steward, from representing members to grievance investigation to understanding your rights and responsibilities under current laws.


Feb. 10, 2026: How Your Local Can Best Use Social Media (Do’s and Don’t’s)


Feb. 17, 2026: Book Club: Chapter 9, Air Traffic Controllers & the New Assault on Unions

Join the Education Department in discussing “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis. Please join us on Tuesday, Feb. 17th, as we dive into Chapter 9, “Air Traffic Controllers & the New Assault on Unions.”

The 3rd Tuesday of each month, we’ll continue to cover one chapter at a time. If you haven’t yet, there’s still time to get a copy from your local library, download an audiobook, buy used, or shop local and get ready to talk labor history!

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