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Why I support a union for MSU Extension workers

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Longtime Extension Educator Darren Bagley explains why unionizing at MSU Extension is crucial for supporting staff and strengthening communities across Michigan. Michigan State University is connected to every county in Michigan through our Extension offices. Staff in those offices are the face of MSU in communities across our state. In an ideal world, MSU Extension is the connection between the research base of the university and the needs of t…

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Why I support a union for MSU Extension workers

Longtime Extension Educator Darren Bagley explains why unionizing at MSU Extension is crucial for supporting staff and strengthening communities across Michigan. Michigan State University is connected to every county in Michigan through our Extension offices. Staff in those offices are the face of MSU in communities across our state. In an ideal world, MSU Extension is the connection between the research base of the university and the needs of t…

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A group of MSU Extension employees are leading an effort to unionize - BridgeDetroit

After two-and-a-half years working as an instructor for Michigan State University Extension, Stathis Pauls earned a performance review noting he “exceeds expectations.” Yet, his annual raise was just 1%. “We (most extension employees) are making less than $50,000. It’s just not enough to really make ends meet nowadays,” said Pauls, noting pay compression has led to longer-term Extension employees earning salaries comparable to newer staff.  Citi…

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