EIS-ULA

The Educational Institute of Scotland, University Lecturers' Association.

[UCU Scotland President @UCUSPresident]

Huge thanks to our sister union @ULA_EIS for the kind invitation to their congress today. When my colleague Mary and I get round to writing our review of Congress dinners, tonight's will get a special mention! Solidarity!

[EIS @EISUnion]

The ULA AGM took place yesterday in Glasgow, with delegates speaking to motions and setting the direction for ULA activity in the year ahead. Thanks to all who contributed yesterday including guest speakers Kai Heron and Naomi Mason.

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

Join us at the EIS ULA Conference! 🌍✨ We'll discuss the degrowth movement—rethinking economic growth and prioritising well-being over profit. Workshops, debates & networking await. Register now!

https://t.co/0Eq0TsxCoq

[EIS @EISUnion]

£6.40 is not enough to live on.

We believe every worker should receive a Real Living Wage and apprentices are workers too.

That's why we support @NUSScotland and @NSoApprentices' call for a Real Living Wage for apprentices.

Join the call: https://t.co/TTLcR0v6uC

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

Join us at this year’s EIS ULA Conference! After inspiring keynotes & workshops on degrowth & sustainability, delegates will set policies for the coming year.

Get involved in your union: we are member led!

🔗 https://t.co/0Eq0TsxCoq

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

Voting members: Your voice shapes EIS ULA policy! 📢 Attend, debate, and vote on key motions at this year’s EIS ULA Conference. Observers can join workshops and activities, followed by our conference drinks and dinner reception.

Secure your spot: https://t.co/0Eq0TsxCoq

[EIS @EISUnion]

A reminder that The EIS is now on Bluesky! Follow us on all of our platforms to stay up to date with the latest union news and events ✊💜

https://t.co/0m2xSoo2Ek

[EIS @EISUnion]

Where Were You At The Time of Section 28/2A?

As part of the EIS ‘Stories of Section 28/2A’ project and LGBT+ History Month, the EIS is capturing teachers’ reflections on where they were at the time Section 28/2A was in force and the impact it had. Please use the following survey monkey to share your reflections:
https://t.co/EOHljefMJw

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

How can universities contribute to a sustainable future? 📚🌱

The degrowth movement offers a radical rethink of economic priorities. Intrigued?

Join our conference and hear from keynote speaker Kai Heron and discuss how HEIs can lead the way 🌍

Sign up:
https://t.co/0Eq0TsxCoq

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

All EIS members are welcome to this event!

[EIS @EISUnion]

Join us on Friday, 21 February during LGBT+ History Month for an evening of story sharing and socialising. 💜🏳️‍🌈

This event aims to capture the voices of activists and teachers about the impacts of section 28/2A and to celebrate the launch of a new Section 28/2A Teaching Resource in collaboration with @tiecampaign

Hear from those who lived through Section 28/2A and fought against it - to remember, reflect, and continue the fight for equality. ✊

https://t.co/vKcoQpNdOW

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

Join us at the EIS ULA Conference! 🌍

We'll be discussing the degrowth movement with keynote speaker Kai Heron

There will be debates & voting for delegates, followed by a drinks reception & dinner to network with fellow academics & activists

More info⤵️
https://t.co/0Eq0TsxCoq

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

Register now for the EIS-ULA Annual Conference 2025 on 26th March at Voco Grand Central, Glasgow!

🌍 Theme: Degrowth Movement for sustainability.

Contact your Branch Secretary or Sonia Leal ([email protected]) to attend.

https://t.co/mIYVKtrGJ1

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

The RGU statutory ballot is now closed. Thank you to everyone who used their vote. #DefendJobs #RGU

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

The RGU statutory ballot closes tomorrow. Cutbacks are being made at Robert Gordon University (RGU) following a reported £11.1 million recurrent deficit for the 2023/24 academic year. #DefendJobs #RGU

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

The last chance to post your vote in the RGU statutory ballot is tomorrow. We are recommending voting YES to defend jobs at Robert Gordon University. #DefendJobs #RGU

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

RGU members should have received their statutory ballot pack regarding RGU threat of redundancies. We recommend you vote YES! The ballot closes in 1 week. Don’t delay, post your ballot. #DefendJobs #RGU

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

The RGU statutory ballot is open! We are recommending voting YES. If you have not received your ballot paper, contact [email protected] and we will arrange for another copy to be sent to you. #DefendJobs #RGU

[EIS-ULA @ULA_EIS]

RGU members should have received their statutory ballot pack regarding RGU threat of redundancies.

We recommend you vote YES.!

Don’t delay, post your ballot today. #DefendRGUJobs

[Glasgow Stop the War @GlasgowStopWar]

📣 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT - Join @EISUnion Assistant Secretary David Belsey on 23 Nov in #Glasgow to say:

🇵🇸 Hands off Gaza & Lebanon 🇱🇧
🛑 Stop All Arms Sales to Israel
☮ No War with Iran - Welfare not Warfare

Bring your banners and join the trade union bloc this Saturday!

[Glasgow Stop the War @GlasgowStopWar]

We are delighted to announce Jehan Al-Azzawi @Educators4Peace will speak alongside @JeremyCorbyn @AamerAnwar and many others this Saturday in #Glasgow 📣

Join us to say:

🇵🇸 Hands off Gaza & Lebanon 🇱🇧
🛑 Stop All Arms Sales to Israel
☮ No War with Iran - Welfare not Warfare