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Members and their families who are pursuing an undergraduate degree can now maximize their time and tuition benefits through the new UFCW U-LEARN program. This new benefit is being provided by Franklin University, one of the UFCW’s discount college providers.

This new benefit offers 80 degree and 16 certificate programs. Students can take unlimited courses for no more than $5,250 per calendar year, although this cost can be brought down with additional financial aid. The UFCW U-LEARN program also includes free books and is available to new students only.

You can find additional information about the UFCW U-LEARN program, including a 20-minute webinar, here.

The International’s Communications Department has created graphics and sample copy for locals to promote this program here.

Help us draw attention to pay disparities on Native Women’s Equal Pay Day, which will take place on Thursday, Nov. 21. This is the day when Native American women’s pay finally catches up to what white men were paid last year.

Native American women working full-time, year-round are paid 59 cents and all earners (including part-time and seasonal) are paid 55 cents for every dollar paid to non-Hispanic white men. Women in indigenous communities are more likely to experience poverty, high levels of unemployment and other challenges in their lives.

Help us raise awareness about the inequality of pay for women on Nov. 21. You can get additional information about Native Women’s Equal Pay Day here.