Organizing the Academy: Unionization Efforts in Higher Education. EdWorkingPaper No. 24-966

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      Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University. Brown University Box 1985, Providence, RI 02912. Tel: 401-863-7990; Fax: 401-863-1290; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: http://www.annenberginstitute.org
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    • Education Level:
      Higher Education
      Postsecondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Unions; Trend Analysis; Employment Patterns; Private Colleges; Longitudinal Studies; Civil Rights; Work Environment; Employee Attitudes; Employer Employee Relationship; Faculty College Relationship
    • Abstract:
      Labor organization efforts grew following the pandemic in the United States at tech companies, automakers, and even higher education institutions. This brief examines unionization trends at private colleges and universities from 2007 to 2023, revealing staff as the main force behind unionization attempts, followed by contingent faculty. Major unions like the SEIU and the AFL-CIO play significant roles in representing college and university employees. This study underscores the importance of understanding historic unionization efforts, shedding light on often overlooked staff categories like maintenance and security.
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    • Publication Date:
      2024
    • Accession Number:
      ED652582