Faculty at the Philadelphia University of the Arts have their first contract since winning union representation in 2020. They are represented by the American Federation of Teachers. The agreement calls for 11 percent wage increases for full-time faculty and 13 percent raises for part-time faculty. The minimum pay for a three-credit course for part-time faculty READ MORE
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A new study by researchers at the University of Exeter finds that playing a musical instrument can give you better brain health as you age. The study found that practicing and reading music can help with memory and solving complex tasks, and those that read music regularly have better numerical memory. Those that continue to READ MORE
Membership Roster Changes
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From the President
Greetings colleagues, from your new Local 655 President, Kendra Hawley! I have played oboe and English horn in several organizations around our Local 655 jurisdiction over the past 9 years, plus two years as a student/freelancer in 2008-10. kendra hawleyI have served as a member and Chairperson of the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra Committee and READ MORE