Here are some updates regarding our fellow unions here at the University of Michigan:

1. MNA-UMPNC, the nurses union, recently completed contract negotiations for a new agreement. The three-year agreement contains wage increases of 4%, 4.5%, and 4.75% along with a $3,000 ratification bonus, improvements for APRNs, and better staffing language. Congratulations to the nurses on a hard fought victory.
2. The Lecturer's Employee Organization (LEO) recently had a wage reopener for its members working at UM Flint. LEO was able to secure an additional 1%/year of increases for their members there, meaning all Flint Lecturers will receive a 4% raise each of the next two years rather than the 3% originally in the contract. We also with them our congratulations.
3. The Graduate Employee Organization (GEO) is still in contract negotiations with UM and we hope they are able to secure a good agreement for their members. 
4. The Postdoc Union (UM-PRO) is in negotiations for a first contract with UM after securing their union last academic year. We hope their first negotiations are fruitful and they get their members the contract they deserve.