Testimonials

Josh Garman - Instrument Maker

"Being on a university campus means that we are often spread thin over a large area. That makes it even more important for us to come together and remind management that we stand united."

–Josh Garman, Instrument Maker, University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

Josh Garman - Instrument Maker

Heather Carper - Image Processing Technician

"Our work is extremely siloed across departments. Oftentimes decisions are being made at the top without a clear picture of how this impacts those who carry out the work..."

Heather Carper - Image Processing Technician

Erika Stevenson - Building Service Worker

"I like seeing the difference I make for students every day cleaning my area and knowing that I'm appreciated. Organizing our union helps..."

Erika Stevenson - Building Service Worker

Robbie Vermillion - Office Manager

"Being part of AFSCME means protection and comfort in job security. I know many people who are not protected by unions and live in the constant fear..."

Robbie Vermillion - Office Manager

Larry Dunkins - Senior Sanitation Operator

"Being a union member at Duke University for the last 15 years has meant 15 years of job security, protections, and the power..."

Larry Dunkins - Senior Sanitation Operator