CalArts Union Information
This site is intended to be a resource for the CalArts community to find information about unionization at the Institute. CalArts supports fair, transparent, and good-faith practices that ensure its employees have the information they need to stay informed throughout this important process.
The Institute respects its employees’ right to organize, and is committed to maintaining a supportive, creative, and collaborative teaching, learning, and working environment for all members of our community. CalArts does not have an opinion for or against unionization, and respects our employees’ decision to engage CalArts United-United Auto Workers as their exclusive bargaining representative.
We encourage you to check this site regularly for FAQs, resources, and ongoing updates. If you have suggestions for this site, please contact the Office of Communications at communications@calarts.edu.
Updates
CalArts Meets with Faculty Units for First Session of Separate Bargaining
On April 22, 2026, CalArts met with the Special and Regular and Technical Faculty units and exchanged a draft proposal on workload.
CalArts and CU-UAW Meet for First Session of Bargaining for the Staff Unit
CalArts and CU-UAW met on April 15, 2026, for the first session of bargaining for the Staff Unit. CalArts prepared counter articles to Performance Reviews, Discipline and Dismissal, and Grievance and Arbitration.
CalArts and CU-UAW Meet to Discuss Faculty Renewal / Nonrenewal Decisions
CalArts must pursue additional measures to ensure the fiscal health of the Institute and its ability to continue to serve its students, faculty, staff, and the community.