National and State Affiliate Unions

UNAC is affiliated with the following national and state unions:

These national affiliates provide UNAC with additional resources such as national connections with other unionized faculty across the country; Central Labor Council participation in Juneau, Anchorage, and Fairbanks; solidarity with unionized workers throughout Alaska, bargaining support; technical assistance; monetary grants; federal lawsuits protecting research and academic freedom; and more.

Useful Resources from AFT and AAUP

AAUP’s interactive data website for exploring and comparing higher ed institutions for compensation, benefits, state support, and more. Accessible to all.
AAUP’s AI report, Artificial Intelligence and the Academic Professions, shares survey findings and calls for the establishment of policies in colleges and universities that prioritize economic security, faculty working conditions, and student learning conditions as advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies accelerate. Accessible to all.
AAUP’s Center for the Defense of Academic Freedom (CDAF) Academic Freedom First Aid Kit offers critical guidance for quick response when under attack.
AAUP’s Academic Freedom Syllabus materials includes introductory syllabus language highlighting classroom expectations on academic freedom, as well as a curricular module for class discussion on the value of academic freedom.
AFT’s Immigration Resources website has information, toolkits, and handbooks for international faculty and post docs, with a section dedicated to higher education.

UNAC Representatives on State Affiliate Union Boards

APEA/AFT Board

APEA/AFT EPIC

Alaska AFL-CIO Vice Presidents

Seat A: Jill Dumesnil (UAS)

Jill Dumesnil (UAS)

Alternate for Seat A:

2nd VP:

Seat B:

Seat B: Sharon Chamard (UAA)

Alternate for Seat B:

Alternate for Seat B: Ryan Harrod