Elaina Baird, CSU Chico Chief Steward addresses systemic social injustice and her views on what we can do to make our voice heard. Our APC constitution preamble states, “Our purpose shall include furthering educational development and opportunity, protecting intellectual freedom, improved scholarship and teaching, and promoting reason and justice.” Unions need to step up now more than ever, from wherever they find themselves, to the fight for social justice.
The Importance of Voting for Your Executive Board
APC plays a critical role in advocating for your rights with the CSU. We advocate for our members by negotiating better pay, benefits, and working conditions. By exercising your right to vote for Executive Board members, you are making your voice heard for who represents you in negotiations as well as other APC business.
Call For Nominations
Call for nominations 2023. The Academic Professionals of California (APC) is governed by its members. Every three years APC members directly elect statewide officers to provide leadership to the Statewide Council and to our Union.
APC Town Hall Meetings Agenda and Zoom Links
January/February 2023 APC Town Hall Agenda History of Salary Steps – CSU and APC. Current State and Future Plans and Possibilities.
How to Start a Self-Care Journal
Learning how to start a self-care journal has several benefits to your mental health and overall wellness, including reducing stress and increasing happiness. Here are some great tips you can use to be successful in building a self-care routine.
APC Represents Unit 4 at the October 2022 BOT Meeting
APC Represents Unit 4 at the October 2022 BOT Meeting. Hear from the E-Board officers, President Edie Brown, VP Dago Argueta, and Council Member at Large, Mario Baeza.
5-Minute Options to Help you Destress at Work
Everyone gets stressed at work sometimes. There is no shame in feeling under pressure from upcoming deadlines, demanding situations, and disruptions to workflow. Here are some quick ways to help cope and build your resilience.
APC Stands in Solidarity with the UC Workers
APC stands in solidarity with the UC workers along with other Unions that represent CSU employees. Review the letter sent to the UC President regarding the UAW-represented UC Academic Workers on Strike.
How to Ask for Help without Feeling Embarrassed
Asking for help can be one of the hardest things to do. It takes bravery and a commitment to success that goes beyond our pride. This mini-guide will show you some easy steps for building the courage needed to reach out to a co-worker or supervisor for support.
How to Avoid Burnout in Your Career
People respond to burnout in many ways. Some take a vacation or look for a new job, while others put their nose to the grindstone and hope things begin to get better soon. But the real solution is knowing how to prevent burnout in the first place and taking positive steps if it’s already started creeping into your job.