Why MTA Matters For many MCCC members, “the union” means the local MCCC chapter (15 community colleges) and maybe even the statewide MCCC Board of Directors (21 voting members). The MCCC has over 7,000 members that include full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty and professional staff. But “the union” is also the state organization, the 116,000 member Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) and the 50-state National Education Association (NEA). “The union” is us, the members. The members … [Read more...]
Higher Education Advocacy Day
Higher Education Advocacy Day - March 1, 2017 - huge success! Over 600 students, staff, and faculty across the state and across all higher education units attended! This picture shows some of the Bristol Community College attendees. A contingent of Massasoit Community College students were also present. MCCC leadership was represented by Vice-President Jeff Seideman and President Diana Yohe. Were any other MCCC leaders and/or students from our 15 community colleges present? Post your … [Read more...]
Higher Ed Enrollments Down 2012-2016
Worcester Telegram Article Dec 11, 2016 BHE Report Powerpoint BHE Report PDF … [Read more...]
Feb. 2017 Newsletter
DCE Bargaining Picks Up Research Shows Trends Protest Makes a Difference at GIC … [Read more...]
President’s Column Feb 2017
It has been almost seven months since I began my two-year term as your elected statewide MCCC President. During these seven months, I have learned a great deal about our statewide union that I didn’t know or appreciate as a member. YOU are the union. If the Union is to work for YOU, you must know how the union works so you can be a knowledgeable voter and participant. Directors are the most important positions in our Union. The management of the MCCC union is the responsibility of the … [Read more...]