May Membership Meeting - May 22nd, 12-1pm, Campus Center 165-69

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Just the Facts! Do you know what's going on in the Election?

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THIS MONTH IN REVIEW

Dear USA members:

     I am hopeful that Spring is upon us and we can leave this very strange winter season behind us.  I am looking forward to the flowers blooming and lots of fresh air.  I am writing today with just a couple of updates that you should know about.  If you haven't already taken the bullying survey, I hope you will take 10 minutes out of your day to participate. The link is http://www.mtasurveys.org/se.ashx?s=0B87CA7D0E0B255B.  It is really important to our endeavors on this subject that you fill out this survey. The more data we can compile the better for all of us.  Remember this is anonymous and confidential. 

     I would also like to inform you all of a change in MTA Uniserv staff working with us. Miles Stern will be replacing Bob Whalen who was with USA for 14 years.  Miles has been with the MTA since July 2007 and I am excited about our new partnership.  MTA has decided to shake things up a bit and move folks around so we get some new energy and fresh ideas, so while I will miss working with Bob, I am anxious to get started with Miles.  We have already started getting Miles up to speed and I am sure within a few weeks it will be like he's been here forever.  So join me in making Miles feel welcome. 

     This weekend, on Friday and Saturday, May 10 and 11, several of us will be attending the annual MTA Annual Meeting in Boston.  I look forward to working with the delegates that are attending and I hope everyone who is going enjoys themselves in Boston. There is a lot of hard work ahead of us but Friday night is open so folks can go do some sightseeing. The delegates will be writing reports so that all of you can be informed as to what happens at Annual Meeting.

     Sunday is Mother's Day, so I wish all of you out there who are Mothers a beautiful fun filled day with your families.  Enjoy the lovely weather and more soon.

In solidarity,

Donna Johnson

President USA