Dear FAMCO,

As we close out 2025, I want to reflect with gratitude on some of the many things we have accomplished together as we end this year on solid ground: 

• Our negotiated pay increases are now in effect. (Remember to check your checks! All faculty receive an increase of $1,350 to their base salary as of January 1, 2026). 
• Tenure-track conversions for several of our colleagues are underway. Thank you to all involved in these review processes.
• Our union leadership continues to have regular and productive labor–management meetings with administration as well as with leadership in AAUP and AFT to support our efforts on campus.
• We continue strengthening our academic community by adding new faculty and FAMCO members. Welcome!

As we look ahead, FAMCO remains steadfast in reinforcing the value of shared governance and mutual respect. We remain firmly committed to protecting academic freedom, upholding the integrity of our contract, and advocating for the conditions that allow faculty and students to thrive. I am thankful for the dedication of our FAMCO leadership who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support and advocate for our members. And I am deeply thankful for our members: for the excellent education you provide to our students, for the mutual support and care you extend to one another, and for your steadfast commitment to collective bargaining.

We look forward to seeing you in the new year starting with our first member meeting on January 21 at 2:45pm in Pozicki Hall. 

Wishing everyone a healthy and happy 2026. 

In solidarity,

Megan Delaney

FAMCO President