2015 Michigan School for Women Workers

University of Michigan-Dearborn ~ Center for Labor and Community Studies
June 11-13, 2015
2015 Michigan School for Women Workers
19000 Hubbard Drive; Fairlane Center North; Dearborn, Michigan
The 2015 Michigan School for Women Workers is open to all workers, union or non-union, and leaders from a variety of
organizations to learn together about new ideas, strategies and skills to meet the needs and challenges facing workers in our
ever-changing workplaces. We welcome participants from all genders and all cultural or ethnic backgrounds.
WORKSHOP CHOICES
(descriptions on reverse)
01. Unionism 101: Building Solidarity in Your Workplace 04. Bullying and Domestic Violence
02. Sisterhood and Effective Leadership
05. Communicating through Print and Social Media
03. Speak Up, Speak Out, Be Safe
06. Today’s Labor Movement: Challenges and Opportunities
2015 MSWW REGISTRATION FORM
COST: $410.00
REGISTER & PAY BY MAY 29, 2015
IF USING TUITION ASSISTANCE, APPLY FOR $350 TUITION; INCLUDE YOUR OWN $60 MEAL PAYMENT.
APPROVED VOUCHER DUE AT CENTER MAY 29; PLEASE CALL US IF IT WILL BE LATE. We accept check, money order, or
credit; call us at 313.583.6400 to make payment by phone. CANCELLATION DEADLINE IS
JUNE 5.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
PRINT! NAME ____________________________________________________________
LAST 4 SOC SEC # ____________
My name here signifies that I accept responsibility for payment of 100% of the registration fee of $410.00.
UNION & LOCAL#/ORG _______________________________ TITLE (if any)__________________________________________
HOME STREET _________________________________________________________ DAY PHONE _______________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP __________________________________________________________________________________________
E-mail ___________________________________________Special Needs (dietary, interpreter) _____________________________
If you have special needs, as well as writing it here, please be sure to identify yourself at conference check-in so we can assist you.
WORKSHOP NUMBER:
1st CHOICE _________
2nd CHOICE (if 1st is unavailable) __________
2015 Michigan School for Women Workers
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTRATION cost is $410.00. Registration and payment should reach us
by May 29, 2015. Ford, GM, and Chrysler tuition assistance programs are
active and cover most of the cost. If using tuition assistance, apply for $350
tuition. You or your workplace must include the $60 meal payment with
your registration; meal payment is mandatory for all registrants and includes 2 continental breakfasts and 2 lunches. Register early for the best
chance at your 1st choice workshop!
LIMITED NUMBER OF PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Scholarship Form: http://clcs.umd.umich.edu/Docs/MSWW2015s.pdf
Mail your approved tuition voucher and/or check to arrive at CLCS by May
29, 2015. You must turn in your approved tuition voucher or written tuition
approval at the conference or pay cash at check-in.
Call 313-583-6400 to pay with MasterCard, Discover, or VISA credit card. A
letter of confirmation and a tentative agenda will be sent prior to the conference.
(If Tuition Voucher, which?)
 Ford  GM  Chrysler
 Steelworkers
 Other __________________
MAKE PAYABLE TO UM-D CLCS
INCLUDE REGISTRATION FORM AND
PAYMENT (TUITION & MEAL FEE).
MAIL TO:
UM-DEARBORN CLCS
257 FAIRLANE CENTER NORTH
19000 HUBBARD DRIVE
DEARBORN, MI 48126
FAX TO: 313.583.6430
TIMES AND DATES: Check-in is Thursday, June 11, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
The program starts promptly at 7:00 p.m. Thursday and ends about 5 pm
Saturday, June 13, after graduation. Friday and Saturday sessions run 8:00
am to 5:00 pm. There is an additional check-in period from 7:00 to 8:00
a.m. on Friday for those unable to check in Thursday evening.
PLACE: All workshops and general sessions are held at the University of
Michigan-Dearborn Fairlane Center North, 19000 Hubbard Drive, Dearborn,
Michigan 48126.
HOTEL: A block of rooms has been arranged at the Adoba Hotel at $99.00
+ tax. If you choose to stay at the Adoba, you must make and pay for your
own reservations; call 313-592-3622 and mention the Michigan School for
Women Workers to ensure the group rate.
CANCELLATION/REFUND: PLEASE NOTE: no-shows or late cancellations
must pay full price; you will be charged unless you call us by Friday, June 5,
2015, which is the last date to withdraw for refund, and speak with a CLCS
employee at 313.583.6400 to cancel. There is no charge for substitutions,
but they must be received by May 29.
Internet: clcs.umd.umich.edu
E-mail: CLCS.info@umd.umich.edu
CLCS Phone: 313-583-6400 FAX: 313-583-6430
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Center for Labor and Community Studies
257 Fairlane Center North
19000 Hubbard Drive
Dearborn, MI 48126
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The University of Michigan-Dearborn
Center for Labor and Community Studies
2015 Michigan School for Women Workers
June 11-13, 2015
Est. 1974
University of Michigan-Dearborn - Fairlane Center North
19000 Hubbard Drive, Dearborn, MI 48216
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
04. Bullying and Domestic Violence
Can bullying lead to domestic violence? What to do when abuse
at home comes to work. This workshop is a welcoming and supportive environment for participants.
05. Communicating through Print and Social Media
Yes, you can use print and social media to communicate effectively and build membership unity. Workshop participants cre02. Sisterhood and Effective Leadership
ate an actual conference newsletter for everyone at the conferReveal your unique leadership ability. Whether you are chairing ence, and put material on Facebook and other social media.
a committee meeting or leading a march, preparation and plan06. Today’s Labor Movement: Challenges and Opportunities
ning are key elements of success. Learn how to get your message across and overcome the stumbling blocks of stepping up. How do we overcome the challenges faced by organized labor
today? What are the opportunities to build a stronger labor
If not you, who? If not now, when?
movement? Participants will leave this workshop with an action
plan that they can take back to their union.
03. Speak Up, Speak Out, Be Safe
Did you know that you must be properly trained before you are
assigned a new job, the work has been retooled, or a task has
Internet: clcs.umd.umich.edu
been added to your job? You have the right to a safe work envi- E-mail: CLCS.info@umd.umich.edu
ronment. Learn your rights, and management’s rights, in the
CLCS Phone: 313-583-6400 FAX: 313-583-6430
workplace. Practice speaking up and standing up for a safer
place to work.
01. Unionism 101: Building Solidarity in Your Workplace
Ever feel like your coworkers seem apathetic to the union? Worried about people opting out? Getting people excited and engaged with the union is possible. We will look at practical ways
to reach out to members in your Local union and grow your collective power.