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Open Houses draw Columbus downtown members
Aug. 9, 2022
Open Houses at OCSEA’s temporary location in downtown Columbus drew teams of activists and members during the month of July. New members and seasoned activists alike visited the offices during lunch time to learn about union benefits and to get the latest union news.

Public Safety steward: Union means taking care of one another
Aug. 8, 2022
As a pastor and OCSEA activist from Dayton, Bryan Weaver believes in practicing what you preach, taking care of one another and spreading the union gospel.

Free College Update: Contact colleges with enrollment questions
Aug. 3, 2022
As we wait for resolution on Union Free College, any questions current students have should be directed to EGCC, CSU and Paul Quinn advisors or the schools' financial aid offices to avoid any miscommunication or confusion.

Union files motion to vacate Emergency Pay grievance award
Aug. 3, 2022
Last week, OCSEA filed in the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas a Motion to Vacate the arbitrator’s award on the union’s emergency pay grievance.

Latest news! OCSEA member E-news August 3, 2022
Aug. 3, 2022
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OCSEA Presidents Conference wrap up and resources
Aug. 1, 2022
Learn more about the OCSEA Presidents Conference, held biennially on off-Convention years, that took place virtually on July 30.

Latest news! OCSEA member E-news July 28, 2022
July 28, 2022
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35-year retiring member: "Let union history be our guide!"
July 28, 2022
Jim Costello is a long-time union activist set to retire this year with 35 years of public service. He says it's time for the next general to "step up in our union, too.

Last weekend for 1/2 off Zoombezi Bay through July
July 27, 2022
OCSEA members get half-off the price of water park tickets NOW through July 31, 2022.

End of summer discounts, Guardians' Union Appreciation Day
July 26, 2022
From sporting events and concerts to water park and theme park fun, there's still plenty of summer left to enjoy.

Union Free College Update - Enrollment to continue
July 26, 2022
On July 25, 2022, OCSEA and AFSCME received word that the U.S. Department of Education has informed our Free College partners that they can continue to enroll new and existing students for the Fall semester.

Lunch on us! Attend downtown Columbus Open House
July 14, 2022
The union will host several lunchtime OCSEA Open Houses in downtown Columbus throughout the month of July for members to learn more about their union benefits and getting involved in their local union chapters.

Latest news! OCSEA member E-news July 13, 2022
July 13, 2022
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Public employee therapists use talents to aid patients with recovery
July 12, 2022
As public employee adjunctive therapists at Twin Valley Behavioral Healthcare Hospital in Columbus, Katy, Laura and their mental health therapist team use their skills in arts and recreation to better the lives of those for which they care.

Honoring the legacy of union great, Jerry McEntee
July 11, 2022
The 45th AFSCME International Convention kicked with a somber yet uplifting remembrance program honoring former AFSCME International President Jerry McEntee, who died at age 87.

Keep the Rally going: Letters to the Editor
July 7, 2022
Writing a personalized letter to the editor to your local paper allows you to reach a large audience and are a great way to start a community conversation about an issue important to you.

Latest news! OCSEA member E-news July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
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Real freedom: union voice, fair grievance process, pay raises and more
July 5, 2022
Real freedom is the ability to have a strong voice in the workplace, NOT the tricks the Freedom Foundation plays on our members to try to get rid of our union like their union-busting mailers.

Congratulations to our 2022 Les Best Scholarship winners!
July 4, 2022
OCSEA is excited to announce the recipients of the 2022 OCSEA Les Best Scholarships. Ten awards were given in the Dependents' College and Members' College categories as well as two book scholarships for members.

Latest news! OCSEA member E-news June 29, 2022
June 29, 2022
Get this week's union updates, including the winners of the OCSEA Les Best Scholarship and Fourth of July news.