Higher Education

SEIU 509 represents over 6,500 adjunct faculty, part time and full time faculty, graduate students, and resident assistants at Bentley University, Boston University, Brandeis University, Lesley University, Northeastern University, and Tufts University. 

Higher education is facing increased attacks, from cuts in grant funding to attacks on collective bargaining protections. In the face of rising inequality and continued attacks on public services and education, we are building worker power by organizing for a future where everyone across campuses has the resources and support they need to thrive!

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Details about Your Workplace

Become a Member

Contact Chapter Interim President Laurie LaPorte for more information on monthly meetings of the Chapter Executive Board: highered@seiu509.org

For all other issues, you can contact a steward or staff member for your unit, or email Higher Education Director Marcelle Grair: mgrair@seiu509.org

What is a CBA?

CBA stands for Collective Bargaining Agreement, the contract negotiated between your employer and your union. Read more about The High Cost of Adjunct Living in Massachusetts.