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Tuition Assistance for UUP Members“Space Available” Program—This negotiatedbenefit allows UUP-represented academic andprofessional employees who work full time orpart time to take one course each semester andspecial session (e.g., summer session and interces-sion) from a UUP-represented state-operatedSUNY campus tuition free, as long as space is avail-able in the course. Fees other than tuition are paidby the employee.

Those interested in applying should contactHuman Resources at the institution they will beattending. UUP chapter offices can also provideinformation about the process and addressmember questions. (Contract Article 49)

EKB eLearning ProgramEmpire Knowledgebank (EKB) eLearningProgram—This program allows UUP-representedacademic and professional employees who workfull time or part time access to eLearning prod-ucts provided by Enterprise Training Solutions Inc.through the EKB license. Employees have theopportunity to access thousands of eLearningcourses, eBooks and short course videos foropportunities to enhance their professional andcareer development, for certification preparationand continuing education in a variety of areas.The EKB license can be accessed anytime and any-where with an internet connection and is providedat no expense to the campus or the employee.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://on.ny.gov/2U8jbby

Programs to Assist Members with Education,Professional Development and Training

Available to Academics and Professionals, Full Time and Part Time

Grant ProgramsJoint Labor-Management Programs are contractuallynegotiated and jointly administered by state-levelcommittees composed of representatives fromUUP, SUNY, and the Governor’s Office of EmployeeRelations. These programs address mutually identi-fied needs and goals of UUP and New York state.Some programs, such as the Individual DevelopmentAward program, are administered at the campuslevel by joint committees consisting of representa-tives from UUP and the campus administration.

Individual Development Awards (IDAs)—IDAs aredesigned to support a variety of professional devel-opment projects or activities, assisting eligibleemployees in developing their full professionalpotential and to prepare for advancement. CampusProfessional Development Committees, comprisedof UUP members and management representatives,are formed to review applications and award fund-ing. Funding is available to full-time and part-timebargaining unit members. Maximum award amountis $1,000 per employee per award period. Interestedemployees should reach out to their UUP chapteroffice for specific award timelines.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Campus Grants Program—An individual employee,a campus group or committee, or a multi-campusgroup or committee may apply for this program.This is intended to supplement campus funding forprojects or activities that would develop or enhance

cooperative problem solving, professional develop-ment, creative use and understanding of technology,safer working conditions, and understanding andfacilitating diversity in the workplace. Except inextraordinary circumstances, the maximum amountawarded per application is $15,000.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Dr. Herbert N. Wright Memorial Safety and HealthTraining Award Program—This program providesan opportunity for employees with safety and healthand environmental responsibilities to update andrefine the skills and knowledge needed to recognize,control and correct potential hazards in the work-place and to ensure compliance with applicable lawsand regulations. Funds are available for educational,training, and skill-building activities at local orremote sites. The maximum individual awardunder this program is $3,000. An individual mayapply for more than one award within the currentcontract period.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Grants for Employees with Disabilities Program—This program establishes a fund for full-time or part-time employees with disabilities, as defined by theAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The fundscover out-of-pocket expenses incurred for a work-related project or activity where such assistanceis not provided by the ADA. They are not intendedfor accommodations that the campus must provideunder the ADA. The maximum individual award is$5,000 for each application.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

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The following programs focus on individualemployee development and are exclusive toUUP-represented academic and professionalemployees who work full time or part time:

Dr. Nuala McGann Drescher Leave Program—Thisprogram, open to full-time term employees, seeks topromote a broad diversity of award recipients withpreference given to minorities, women, employeeswith disabilities, or employees with military statuswho are preparing for permanent or continuingappointment. Types of support available include:payment of employee’s regular salary by thecampus; salary for a replacement; and other relatedexpenses for research or study with a justification.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Leave for Calendar Year Employees—This programfor full-time employees with a calendar-year (12month) appointment is intended to provide releasetime and salary replacement to assist eligibleemployees in developing their full professionalpotential and in preparing for advancement. Onlyexpenses for salary for a replacement for a periodof at least five days will be considered for funding.All other expenses that might be required toconduct the project or activity must be providedby other sources. Employees who accrue annualleave are not required to charge those creditsfor any project or activity funded by this program.A maximum of $4,000 for salary replacement maybe awarded to eligible employees once in eachaward period.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Employment Coaching and Placement Program—This program provides financial support for employ-ment coaching, placement fees and related expensesto employees whose employment has been termi-nated due to retrenchment, or who have beennotified of retrenchment, or who are perceivedto be at high risk of retrenchment. A maximumof $3,500 may be awarded for a one-year period,depending on the employee’s plan and availabilityof funds.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Retraining Fellowship Program—This programprovides financial support to employees who havebeen terminated due to retrenchment, who havebeen notified of retrenchment or perceived to beat high risk of retrenchment, or whose retrainingwould accommodate shifting program needs. Fund-ing is provided for employees to pursue an organizedcourse of study to attain other employment oppor-tunities or to maintain their current employment.If course work is pursued at an accredited institutionother than a SUNY institution, the maximum amountreimbursed for tuition is at the SUNY rate in effectat the time.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

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Your Union Contract

At Work! FASTFACTS

The following programs focus on individualemployee development and are exclusive toUUP-represented academic and professional

employees who work full time:

The following programs are for employeeswho have been retrenched,notified of retrenchment or

at high risk of retrenchment.

Enrollment Enhancement Program—Open to acampus committee, group or individual in anacademic department or program. The programis designed to assist those who have experienceda significant decline in student enrollment overthe past year.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Campus Grants Program—An individual employee,a campus group or committee, or a multi-campusgroup or committee may apply for this program.This is intended to supplement campus funding forprojects or activities that would develop or enhancecooperative problem solving, professional develop-ment, creative use and understanding of technology,safer working conditions, and understanding andfacilitating diversity in the workplace. Except inextraordinary circumstances, the maximumamount awarded per application is $15,000.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Professional Development Grant Program—Thisprogram is intended to fund a professional develop-ment project or activity to assist three or moreemployees to develop their professional potentialand to prepare for advancement. Open to bothfull-time and part-time employees, eligibility issimilar to that of the Individual DevelopmentAwards Program. Priority will be given to a projector activity that entails a cost of more than $1,000per employee. Awards may not exceed $2,500 peremployee and a total of $15,000 per application.A minimum 40 percent campus contribution isrequired for this program.

Program details and eligibility information areavailable at https://goer.ny.gov/grant-opportunities

Campus Training and Leadership Workshops—These one-day, on-site workshops provide leadershipdevelopment to bargaining unit members on SUNYcampuses. Delivered by field experts from EmpireState College, workshop topics include: Interper-sonal and Cross Generational Communications;Diversity: Learning How to Leverage “Difference”at Work; Leadership; and Conflict Resolution andTeam Building.

To offer one or more of these workshops at yourcampus, contact your UUP chapter office.

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Your Union Contract

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The following programs focus on group andcampus development and are exclusive to

UUP-represented academic and professionalemployees who work full time or part time:

Updated September 2019