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SAVE THE DATES: Upcoming Scontras Labor Center Events

04 Oct, 2024

The Charles A. Scontras Center for Labor & Community Education is sponsoring several upcoming labor events featuring nationally renowned speakers, authors and academics.

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New State Law Will Crack Down on Wage Theft

A new law took effect last week thatwill hold law breaking corporations more accountable for stealing wages from working people.

16, Aug, 2024

IAM CORE, First U.S. Unionized Apple Retail Store Workers, Ratify Historic Contract with Tech Giant

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Coalition of Organized Retail Employees (IAM CORE) has overwhelmingly ratified a historic three-year agreement with Apple that improves work-life balance, raises pay, and helps protect job security.

16, Aug, 2024

Over 100 Union Members Attend Summer Institute, Join Direct Action with Grad Workers

PHOTO: Union members rally with UMaine Graduate Workers outside the Chancellor's office.

09, Aug, 2024

Union Leaders Meet with Transportation Secretary Buttigieg to Discuss Labor Standards on DOT Grants and Projects

PHOTO: From left to right - Maine Building & Construction Trades Council President Jason Shedlock, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg & Maine Labor Climate Council Executive Director Francis Eanes.

09, Aug, 2024

AFL-CIO Strongly Supports Tim Walz for Vice President

Following Vice President Kamala Harris’ selection of Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate this week, the AFL-CIO announced its enthusiastic support for the Harris–Walz ticket.

09, Aug, 2024

Tell UMaine to Save Family Housing for Student Workers

PHOTO: UMaine Grad Worker Derek Demello gives talk about proposed closure of University Park on Aug. 2 at Labor Summer Institute.

09, Aug, 2024