Category Archives: QUFA

Thinking About Workload Policies for Librarians….some readings

Posted on December 1, 2011 by UT Librarians Blog

Now that the 1st draft of the UT Librarians Workload policy is circulating in the community (sent out by Larry Alford, Nov.30), it is timely to suggest a few readings. Remember when reading and thinking about the draft and what you … Continue reading →

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Tomorrow – Sold Out Event – “Academic Librarianship: A Crisis or Opportunity?” at UofT

Posted on November 17, 2011 by UT Librarians Blog

Dear Colleagues, We are looking forward to your participation in tomorrow’s grass-roots , one-day symposium at the Koffler House at the University of Toronto. We all know our profession faces serious issues (on institutional and professional levels) and we hope … Continue reading →

Posted in Academic freedom, Academic governance, Academic Librarianship, Accreditation, CAUT, Certification, CLA, McMaster University, OCUFA, QUFA, Ryerson University, University of Toronto, UWO, York University | Leave a comment

TICKETS SOLD OUT for “Academic Librarianship: A Crisis or Opportunity” Larger Venue Being Sought…

Posted on October 21, 2011 by UT Librarians Blog

Please keep an eye on the symposium registration site, as we are planning to arrange a larger venue to accommodate this unexpected interest in this grass-roots event. Hope to have an update by late Monday, Oct. 24. URL: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2331674100?utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=new_eventv2&utm_term=eventurl_text

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UT Librarians – Considering the “Norm” in workload – What are the options?

Posted on September 11, 2011 by UT Librarians Blog

The history of an institution often determines how they define their policies, and in particular, how they calculate or define policies concerning workload. For academic librarians, it is not possible to define one’s responsibilities in terms of a 9-5 workday, … Continue reading →

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Crisis and Deep Reservations – Queens University Facutly Association (QUFA)

Posted on August 18, 2011 by UT Librarians Blog

For the latest report on negotiations at Queens University, see this report from QUFA: Job Action Committee Report August 17, 2011

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