Montclair State University will host New Jersey’s second gubernatorial debate of the 2013 election season at the Alexander Kasser Theater on Tuesday, October 15, 2013, from 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. The debate between Governor Chris Christie and State Senator Barbara Buono will be broadcast statewide on NJTV, New Jersey’s public television network. The debate will be livestreamed on the websites of Montclair State University, NJTV, C-Span, WBGO 88.3FM, WKXW 101.5FM, WNYC and WHYY/NewsWorks.org. Check local listings on NJTV’s website at Where to Watch.
To enter the lottery for a seat at the debate in the Kasser Theater, fill out this form by the end of the day on October 10th.
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Friday, September 13, 2013
Statement to the Board of Trustees
On Thursday, September 12, 2013, Rich Wolfson, President of AFT Local 1904, addressed the Board of Trustees on several of the agenda items. He extended congratulations to Irwin
Badin, Linda Alexanderson, and Suzanne Trauth on receiving Emeriti
status.
He also spent time sharing with the trustees why outsourcing the function of teaching English as a Second Language will harm the university. His entire statement can be read by clicking here.
He also spent time sharing with the trustees why outsourcing the function of teaching English as a Second Language will harm the university. His entire statement can be read by clicking here.
Friday, August 30, 2013
It's Time To Raise The Wage
Vote “YES” on Ballot Question #2 to Increase New Jersey’s Minimum Wage
from $7.25 to $8.25
On Election Day, Tuesday November 5th, voters will have an opportunity to raise our state’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $8.25 per hour and include an annual cost of living increase. Despite being one of the most expensive states in the country, New Jersey’s minimum wage is among the lowest minimum wage in the United States, matching the federal mandatory minimum.
Full-time workers making the current minimum wage of $7.25 per hour earn $14,500 annually – about $3,600 below the poverty line for a family of three. Over 400,000 New Jerseyans, including 230,000 children, would be positively impacted by the measure, providing an additional $1,000 to $2,000 each year.
This money will go directly back into our communities, revitalizing our local economies and supporting our small businesses. Raising the minimum wage in New Jersey is a step in the right direction in terms of addressing rising poverty levels, lowering income inequality, and reducing the number of workers who must rely on public assistance programs despite having a job.
Whether
you’re a student, a parent, or a small business owner, raising the
minimum wage is a commonsense solution that puts New Jersey on a
sustainable path to economic stability. Therefore, we urge all voters to
exercise their voice on Election Day, Tuesday November 5th, to support the minimum wage ballot question, and provide working families in New Jersey a long-overdue raise. Find out more at www.raisethewagenj.org
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Book Drive for Irvington Public Schools
The AFT Local 1904's Outreach Committee will be collecting donations of children's books for the Irvington Public Schools from September 3 to October 9th.
Books are needed for every grade level, particularly non-fiction. Graphic novels for older students are also needed. New books are prefered, but used books without tears or markings will be gladly accepted and put to good use.
If you need help figuring out which books to donate, the American Library Association's Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) identifies the best in children's books each year:
http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/notalists/ncb/ncbpastlists
Drop off books at the Technical Services Department in the Library or bring them to the September 11th and October 9th General Union Meetings.
Books are needed for every grade level, particularly non-fiction. Graphic novels for older students are also needed. New books are prefered, but used books without tears or markings will be gladly accepted and put to good use.
If you need help figuring out which books to donate, the American Library Association's Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) identifies the best in children's books each year:
http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/notalists/ncb/ncbpastlists
Drop off books at the Technical Services Department in the Library or bring them to the September 11th and October 9th General Union Meetings.
Technical Services is just behind the Reference Desk to the left. Questions? Contact Paul Martinez at martinezp@mail.montclair.edu.
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