by Sara Abronze | Apr 10, 2026 | News
Let’s talk about a trend quietly affecting our offices and bank accounts: Salary Compression. It might sound like HR-speak, but for those of us navigating the halls of Higher Ed, it’s a very personal issue. As we prepare for our next union contract negotiation cycle,...
by Lisa Hinckley | Mar 16, 2026 | News
They say a Labor Relations meeting is the only place where people can spend two hours arguing about labor law or contract language without ever reaching a resolution—it’s like watching a group of people try to agree on where to go for lunch, except the lunch menu is...
by Sara Abronze | Mar 15, 2026 | News
The Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA) is your partner in the workplace. Here is a breakdown of how we support you and where our authority ends. 1. What UMPSA Does For You We work to ensure your workload is stable, your pay is fair, and your...
by Sara Abronze | Mar 14, 2026 | News
Hello Members, Today, I write about a critical state funding gap that affects early college students across all UMS campuses. To sustain student success and opportunities for folks in rural communities, the Early College program must be funded as it was originally...
by Lisa Hinckley | Mar 11, 2026 | News
Hello everyone, I’m Emma Roose, and I’m approaching 10 years of service at the University of Southern Maine. For my first 9 years, I worked as an Academic Advisor supporting our undergrad students. This past September, I transitioned into a new role as Senior...
by Sara Abronze | Feb 7, 2026 | News
They say the best things in life are free, but if you see an extra $500 in your UMS paycheck, don’t be fooled; it’s just a loan you never applied for. Finding an overpayment is like discovering a premium channel has been added to your TV for free—until UMS shows up...
