Institutions of higher education achieve their missions because of the talented work of AFSCME members. We keep buildings and grounds clean and safe; prepare and serve good food to hungry students; work in classrooms; provide financial, technical and administrative services; and make our colleges, universities and technical schools great places to live and learn.
AFSCME, other unions challenge unfair federal student loan caps for certain public service workers
AFSCME is challenging a new student loan rule that unfairly targets public service and health care workers who want to earn advanced degrees. Read More
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A lesson in higher learning: Don’t mess with AFSCME members
AFSCME members successfully pressured the University System of Maryland to implement raises they had negotiated through their union. Read More
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Judge sides with AFSCME workers to protect Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
A federal judge has sided with AFSCME workers and others to protect the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program from political interference. Read More
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AFSCME members rally against largest layoffs in recent years at 2 universities
AFSCME Council 3 members rallied against proposed layoffs at two Maryland universities. Read More