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UMD student workers’ groups rally to raise minimum wage, secure the right to unionize

The University of Maryland’s chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops Friday held a rally on McKeldin Mall to advocate for a $22.65 per hour minimum wage for this university’s employees.

Natalie Weger
April 23, 2023

UMD student workers’ groups rally for $22 an hour livable wage

The protest came after this university passed a minimum wage increase this semester for its employees that will start on Jan. 1, 2023.

Nene Narh-Mensah
December 13, 2022

Calls for higher wages, lighter workload dominate USAS workers’ forum

The desire for a pay increase among non-exempt workers has been reignited with a recent release of a financial analysis commissioned by this university’s AAUP chapter.

James Cirrone
May 4, 2022

Student affairs VP says $15 minimum wage possible for UMD students

Some departments may be able to raise student worker minimum wages by July 1.

James Cirrone
March 10, 2022

USAS chapter prioritizes push to raise hourly wages to $15 for all UMD workers

This university's chapter of United Students Against Sweatshops outlined several initiatives during their kickoff meeting.

James Cirrone
February 14, 2022

Pay up Pines: It’s time to end the wage gap at this university

To alleviate egregious pay gaps among workers, institutions must listen to their workers and pay them livable wages.

Rebecca Scherr
December 5, 2021

Board of Regents recommends $15 minimum wage for union-represented workers across USM

The potential increase does not apply to contractors or student employees.

Shifra Dayak
December 3, 2021

Workers must connect with each other to improve labor solidarity

The only real option for workers fighting toward decent conditions is to listen to each other.

Malcolm Ferguson
October 12, 2021

At picnic, UMD labor groups call for more worker protections

Representatives from AFSCME 1072 Local and other campus groups advocated for worker hazard pay, higher wages and more.

Shifra Dayak
October 9, 2021

United Students Against Sweatshops pushes UMD to bargain with workers union

Students in USAS handed out masks to union workers at McKeldin Library.

Clara Longo de Freitas
March 5, 2021

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