CalArts and UAW to discuss arbitration
CalArts United-UAW contacted CalArts to propose an arbitration to resolve the issue of supervisory-challenged employees. CalArts and UAW are discussing the proposal.
CalArts and unions agree to terms of voluntary separation plans
Following productive discussions, CalArts and the unions (UAW and CWA) have reached agreement on the terms of the Voluntary Separation Program and Bridge to Retirement Plan.
CalArts and UAW continue discussion of VSP and BRP
UAW provided counterproposal for CalArts’ consideration.
CalArts and unions discuss voluntary separation programs
Voluntary programs would provide eligible employees with a financial and benefits package designed to recognize their service and support a smooth transition.
Union Election Results Announced
The NLRB completed their count of ballots cast, with all three bargaining units electing to unionize.
Ballots will be counted March 27
The NLRB election was held in person on March 5 and 6, and the mail-in voting period has also concluded. The NLRB will count the votes on Thursday, March 27, and the results will be reported thereafter.
Union Election March 5-6
All eligible employees should vote in the union election and make your opinion count.
Notice of Election
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) set the dates to conduct a secret-ballot election for employees in three bargaining units to determine whether they would like CalArts United-United Auto Workers (“UAW”) to be their exclusive bargaining representative.
Notice of Petition for Union Election
CalArts United-UAW filed petitions for representation of three bargaining units on Feb. 7, 2025. View the notices:
Progress update
Over the past several weeks, CalArts and CalArts United-UAW have continued productive discussions regarding the scope of the employee groups, or units, the union seeks to represent, and have reached agreement on many points.