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

MAY

May 6, 2025: Mental Health Matters

An opportunity for USW members to challenge stigmas around mental health and mental health care. Conversation will shed light on ways union membership and collective bargaining can help foster healthier work environments.  Participants will explore connections between our innate need for community, our need to feel valued, and union membership. 

 

May 13, 2025: Legal Rights & Responsibilities of a Union Steward

Transform your stewardship with our online class. Learn the essential roles and responsibilities of a Union steward, from representing members to understanding your rights and responsibilities under current laws.

 

May 20, 2025: Book Club:A History of America in Ten Strikes”- Introduction: Strikes and American History

The fight for our union never ends, but we can learn where it began. The book “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis tells our story. On the third Tuesday of the month—beginning  May 20th—join USW members and the Education Department for a book discussion.

We’ll cover one chapter at a time. Get a copy from your local library, download an audiobook, buy used, or shop local and get ready to talk labor history!

JUNE

June 10, 2025: What is Juneteenth & Why do we Celebrate?

 

June 17, 2025: Book Club:A History of America in Ten Strikes”- Chapter 1, Lowell Mill Girls and the Development of American Capitalism

Gain a better understanding of the evolution of the United States through the lens of 10 strikes and 10 significant political and social moments in American history. The Education Department continues its book club with “American History in 10 Strikes” by Erik Loomis.

Please join us on Tuesday, June 17th as we discuss Chapter 1, “Lowell Mill Girls and the Development of American Capitalism.” We’ll cover one chapter at a time, each 3rd Tuesday of the month. 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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