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Nataly Reed
@yatyotya.bsky.social
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Educator / United Campus Workers Arizona, CWA Local 7065
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ufw.bsky.social
Wishing all of our friends a very happy holiday season full of peace, love & happiness! Gracias Ignacio Gomez for this wonderful piece of art. #WeFeedYou

Deseándole a todos nuestros amigos unas felices fiestas llenas de amor, paz y felicidad! Gracias Ignacio Gómez por está increíble pieza de arte.
A piece of art created by artist Ignacio Gomez showing the transformation of a UFW eagle to a dove
December 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
yatyotya.bsky.social
Happy Solstice!
Close up photograph of bright red Bougainvillea branches; late afternoon sun shines through; in the background, a vibrant blue sky, a few clouds in the low horizon, and sidewalk lines angle to a vanishing point
December 21, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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shaneanderson.bsky.social
"This promise of an AI future, is really just a collective anxiety that wealthy people have about how well they're gonna be able to control us in the future."

- @tressiemcphd.bsky.social with an absolute mic drop moment about AI bullshit.

Incredible words.
Listen to all of it!
December 19, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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ucwarizona.bsky.social
"While ASU and UA have not accepted the compact in its current form, both university presidents have left the door open for negotiations..."

Read the full piece, "United Campus Workers Arizona smacks Trump "compact" off the table - for now", at ucwarizona.org/blog/ucwaz-s...
United Campus Workers Arizona smacks Trump "compact" off the table - for now
UCWAZ, CWA Local 7065 elected member leaders submitted an article to the Higher Education Labor United (HELU) blog on December 5th, 2025. Their piece sums up our local's efforts to educate about and o...
ucwarizona.org
December 16, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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olivia.science
Love to see community action against this AI nonsense! neighborhoodview.org/2025/11/13/d...
As one Massachusetts school administrator recently said; this moment with AI is remarkably like the moment when we were introduced to asbestos. Yes, it had some remarkably promising characteristics – fireproofing! – and had some real utility in science, research, and industrial applications. But a profit-driven industry bullied us into inserting it everywhere; into our homes and schools and public spaces, before we really understood the risks. This resulted in decades, if not centuries, of illness, injuries, deaths, and the astronomical financial burden of trying to remove the stuff. As you, the leaders and policymakers in our schools, craft an AI policy for our district, we the undersigned call on you to: 1. Ban AI tools into the classroom, protect our students and teachers from de-skilling and allow them the space and time to engage in assignments themselves. 2. Resist any direct financial relationship or contracts with AI providers, as well as the “training” they might offer. 3. Provide a digital literacy curriculum to help students navigate the current digital landscape, and promote critical engagement with technology. 4. Guarantee that anywhere generative AI has already entered our classrooms or curriculum, an opt-out will allow students and teachers to refuse the use of these products at no risk to their grades, progress or employment.
November 14, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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jeannetheoharis.bsky.social
Today is the 70th anniversary of Rosa Parks' arrest. Six myths: 1) She wasn't old or tired. 42 years old that day, she had a "life history of being rebellious" & had spent two decades helping to turn the Montgomery NAACP into a more activist branch alongside ED Nixon and Johnnie Carr.
December 1, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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dansinker.com
Chicago has had one 9/11 worth of people disappeared since the attacks began in September. Los Angeles has had two 9/11s since June.
November 18, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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condeunion.bsky.social
We strongly condemn @CondéNast’s consolidation plans for Teen Vogue, a move that is clearly designed to blunt the award-winning magazine’s insightful journalism at a time when it is needed the most. More from our statement:
November 3, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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aschweig17.bsky.social
Here's where Tucsonans can get food aid as SNAP benefits lapse
Includes places to donate or get food from
Here's where Tucsonans can get food aid as SNAP benefits lapse
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona is preparing for an influx of users this week after many Tucsonans lost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits over the weekend.
tucson.com
November 1, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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ucwarizona.bsky.social
We are your campus labor union.

We are the United Campus Workers of Arizona, CWA Local 7065.
ID: A group of people at the Tempe No Kings protest on October 18th. At the front of the picture, several people stand behind a red banner. The banner features the full color UCWAZ logo and a huge white QR code that takes you to UCWArizona.org/join. In the middle of the banner, white text displays "United Campus Workers of Arizona at ASU. Arizona State University Chapter UCWAZ CWA Local 7065"
October 27, 2025 at 9:02 PM
yatyotya.bsky.social
Students, staff, and faculty suffer when their universities abandon them to political bullying!
ucwarizona.bsky.social United Campus Workers of Arizona, CWA Local 7065 @ucwarizona.bsky.social · Oct 2
Our official statement on the University of Arizona's China microcampuses shutdown.

You can read the full statement on our website at UCWArizona.org/our-statements, or at the link in bio.
Simple white flyer with black text. At the top is the full color UCWAZ logo. Below the logo, in bold capital letters, text reads "UCWAZ CWA Local 7065's Official Statement on the University of Arizona's China Microcampuses Shutdown." Below, in italics, text reads "October 2nd, 2025" Below, regular text reads "United Campus Workers Arizona (CWA local 7065) calls on the University of Arizona to deliver on its promises to students, faculty, and staff at the satellite undergraduate-degree programs in China." At the bottom, text reads "1/4". Simple white flyer with black text. Text reads "On Monday, September 3, UA President Suresh Garimella sent out a campus-wide email celebrating the university’s new Strategic Imperatives: “Delivering on Our Promise,” which proclaims “student success as our North Star.” Two weeks later, on September 17, the University of Arizona announced to the microcampuses in China that all academic programs and contracts were shut down “immediately,” declaring that these students are not included in their promise of “success for every student.” The University of Arizona has dismantled its successful partnerships with undergraduate, instructional programs in China in response to a contested congressional report. While this congressional report is not a federal mandate to sever ties with Chinese academic programs, the UA responded as if it were and shuttered all four of their Chinese partnerships, going above and beyond what the report urged. Inside Higher Ed reports that 12 U.S. institutions were named specifically, but it is unclear if any of the other 11 reacted with such an immediate and sweeping closure of their partnerships." At the bottom of the page, text reads @UCWArizona and 2/4. Simple white flyer with black text. Text reads "Instead of supporting Chinese students, the University of Arizona simply gave in to fear. It abandoned 2,200 students who were promised and who paid for the opportunity to earn a degree from the UA. According to students in the UA-Ocean University of China Joint Law Program, the university’s subsequent proposals for students to transfer to another online program or to apply for a visa to study in the United States would increase each student's costs by anywhere from $40,000 to $100,000 to obtain a UA degree, which is unreasonable and unfair. The university's action sends these students a poor message about the United States and adds to the disharmony between our nation and theirs. In its haste to abandon thousands of students, the UA has broken its promise to the faculty and staff who worked most closely with the students. The UA reports that 35 faculty and 4 staff were “impacted” by this decision. The impacted faculty include instructors who just relocated to Tucson in August, at the university’s request. One month later, the UA revoked their original appointments, and they now face unemployment in January." At the bottom, text reads "@UCWArizona 3/4" Simple white flyer with black text. Text reads "Far from delivering on its promises, once again, the UA has put the consequences of its choices on the backs of students, staff, and teaching faculty. We call on the University of Arizona to: Ensure a practical path for the 2,200 students to earn the degree they were promised; Honor the original employment offer for all faculty and staff working with microcampuses in China; Create a clear and ethical policy that offers a legally binding, timely contract, and a publicly stated, humane process for non-renewals. In solidarity, Your Union, United Campus Workers of Arizona CWA Local 7065" At the bottom, text reads "UCWArizona.org @UCWArizona 4/4". Next to the text is the full color UCWAZ logo.
October 3, 2025 at 12:44 AM
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amyyou.bsky.social
This cartoon by artist Frank Ape grounded me today #artmatters
Cartoon character with text bubbles that talk about why making art matters in these challenging times
September 18, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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justinhendrix.bsky.social
New podcast! I spoke to Vivek Bharathan, a member of the No Desert Data Center Coalition in Tucson, Arizona, and Steven Renderos, executive director of MediaJustice, an advocacy organization that just released a report titled “The People Say No: Resisting Data Centers in the South."
Across the US, Activists Are Organizing to Oppose Data Centers | TechPolicy.Press
A conversation with Vivek Bharathan, from the No Desert Data Center Coalition in Tucson, Arizona, and Steven Renderos, executive director of MediaJustice.
www.techpolicy.press
September 15, 2025 at 1:19 PM
yatyotya.bsky.social
Double portrait
Tuxedo cat in repose on a red blanket in front of a photo of himself at 4 months old
September 2, 2025 at 3:08 AM
yatyotya.bsky.social
Not my usual view:
Suttons Bay, MI Looking out to the shoreline of the bay near an old pier, in the distance flags are flying in a brisk wind, a bright blue sky on a chilly day Suttons Bay, MI Looking out to the opposite shoreline, dark water with rippling waves, a layer of clouds over the trees, a bright blue sky on a chilly day Suttons Bay, MI Looking out to the mouth of the bay, in the distance flags are flying in a brisk wind, a bright blue sky on a chilly day Suttons Bay, MI Inland Seas Educational Association A mural of an illustrated map of Michigan with Indigenous lands, lakes, and natural features
May 23, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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ucwarizona.bsky.social
We are #hiring!

UCWAZ CWA Local 7065 is seeking a full-time Organizer with a passion for social justice to assist in organizing a wall-to-wall union within the Arizona higher education system, with a primary focus on NAU in Flagstaff, AZ.

Learn more at tinyurl.com/UCWAZ-Job-Opportunities.
May 21, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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ucwarizona.bsky.social
We call on @arizonastateuni.bsky.social's Crow, @uarizona.bsky.social's Garimella and NAU's Rivera to sign on to the American Association of Colleges and Universities' "Call for Constructive Engagement" by Friday, May 30th.

Read the letter at UCWArizona.org/our-statements, or at the link in bio.
White background, black text. Text reads "UCWAZ CWA Local 7065’s Open Letter to Leadership at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona May 5th, 2025 To the presidents of the three public universities in Arizona, We, the members and Executive Committee of United Campus Workers of Arizona, CWA Local 7065, have looked on with growing alarm as the Trump administration has attacked the core principles of university education in America." White background, black text. Text reads "Like you, we were horrified to see this administration meddle in the affairs of Columbia University, demanding that it place its Middle Eastern, South Asian, and African Studies Department under “academic receivership for a minimum of five years” and change a number of other policies or face the loss of millions of dollars from the federal government. Even worse, Columbia capitulated to these outrageous demands. Now, hundreds of colleges and universities have banded together to sign a Call for Constructive Engagement demanding that the federal government cease its overreaching and politically motivated interference in the affairs of American higher education. As of today, these 594 academic leaders have rejected the Trump administration’s threats to cut off federal funds from universities that do not follow its rules." White background, black text. Text reads "These include the presidents of some of the most renowned private universities in the Ivy League (Alan M. Garber, President, Harvard University; J. Larry Jameson, President, University of Pennsylvania; Maurie McInnis, President, Yale University) as well as the leaders of large state institutions comparable to UA, ASU, and NAU (Michael V. Drake, President, University of California System; Berenecea J. Eanes, President, California State University, Los Angeles; Howard Gillman, Chancellor, University of California, Irvine). They have taken a principled stand to protect international students, academic freedom, and open inquiry without fear of reprisals. And yet, we have heard nothing from you, the leaders of Arizona’s public universities, in support of this Call for Constructive Engagement. Now is not the time for hedging one’s bets, hoping that our institutions will not be targeted by the intolerance and drastic meddling of authoritarianism in Washington, DC. We expect more from you because, like you, we know the value of all the principles of university research, teaching, and service, and what these activities contribute to our nation." White background, black text. Text reads "So today we issue this open letter, urging you to join the principled academic leaders of the nation and sign the Call for Constructive Engagement. In this way, you will signal your protection of the students, faculty, and staff on our campuses, keeping them safe from threats of intimidation, making it clear that you care about the welfare of our vital institutions. We look forward to hearing from you by Friday, May 30th and to seeing your names among the signatories of the Call, standing together with the hundreds of others who have pushed back against attempts at coercion. For the faculty, staff, and student members of our union, The Executive Committee United Campus Workers of Arizona, CWA Local 7065 Read the full letter at UCWArizona.org/our-statements"
May 14, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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ucwarizona.bsky.social
Donate to help ASU Mechanical Engineering student Hamid Safari to cover legal fees after his wrongful SEVIS and F1-visa termination.

You can read more and donate at tinyurl.com/GoFundMe-Hamid, or at the link in bio. If you can't donate, please share.

#SaveSEVIS
GoFundMe titled "Help Hamid stay in school and pursue his educational dreams." Below is a chart with a green circle - within the green circle is "95%". Text below reads "$10,470 raised. $11k goal. 258 donations." Below are two yellow buttons, reading "share" and "donate now" respectively. Blue and white background with black text. Text reads" Help Hamid Seek Justice in Education and Cover Legal Costs. My name is Hamid, and I’m reaching out with humility and hope. I am a third-year PhD student in Mechanical Engineering at Arizona State University, deeply passionate about advancing science to improve lives and build a better, more efficient future for all. Unfortunately, I am now facing an unexpected recent wave of legal challenge involving the unfair termination of my SEVIS and F1 status—a decision that has jeopardized my ability to continue my education and pursue the academic career I’ve worked so hard for. The only thing I have ever focused on is my education, research, and academic goals. I have never been involved in any non-academic activity and have no criminal record, charges, or convictions. My only goal has always been to contribute positively to academia and society." Blue and white background with black text. Text reads "After extensive consultation, I’ve found a legal team willing to represent me in court and appeal for my status reinstatement. This case is not only critical for my future, but it could also set a meaningful precedent for other international students facing similar injustices. To move forward, I need to provide legal retainer fees to initiate the legal process. As someone who has always relied on perseverance and hard work, asking for financial help is difficult—but this is a action I cannot take on alone. Your support—no matter the amount—will go directly toward the legal fees needed to file and pursue this case. Every contribution brings me one step closer to standing up for my rights and returning to the PhD program I love. If you're unable to donate, I completely understand—but please consider sharing this campaign with your network. That alone would mean the world to me. Thank you for reading my story, and thank you for believing in justice, education, and community. With deep gratitude, Hamid," Blue background with white text and a QR code. Text reads "donate to help Hamid stay in school and pursue his educational dreams. tinyurl.com/GoFundMe-Hamid".
May 12, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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labourstart.bsky.social
USA: Higher education under attack www.ei-ie.org/en/item/2984...
Higher education under attack
President Donald Trump has declared war on America’s colleges and universities, demanding they bow to his demands on what they can teach and whom they can admit or hire. Trump’s illegal and autocratic...
www.ei-ie.org
May 11, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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mommunism.bsky.social
Alright because this is popping up more and more- the situation in Gaza (and I don’t say this lightly) is the worst it’s been. People are being constantly displaced, no aid has gotten in for weeks and I’ve known more people have relatives die this week than any other week since it started.
May 2, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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marisakabas.bsky.social
“Department of Homeland Security officers, who are posted outside the woman's Tucson Medical Center hospital room, are refusing to let the new mother speak to a lawyer, as she's requested.”

Fucking scum.
Guatemalan woman who just gave birth in Tucson faces rapid deportation
The woman will be given the choice of whether she wants to take her newborn, a US citizen born Wednesday, with her when she is deported, CBP says.
tucson.com
May 2, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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ucwarizona.bsky.social
Be part of the national movement to protect our communities from attacks on immigrants, workers, and essential programs like Medicaid and Social Security by joining a May Day action this Thursday, May 1st. Read our press release and find events at tinyurl.com/May-Day-2025.
Screenshot of a press release, page 1. At the top is a flyer advertising a May Day March on Mas 1st at 9am. Below the flyer are logos for AZ labor organizations, including AEA, Unite Here Local 11, CWA AZ State Council, UCWAZ, Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans, UFWC99, WSRJB, MALF, and AFSCME. Page one reads "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 28, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Alex Alvarez, alex@progressarizona.org, 480-274-7367 ELEVEN ARIZONA LABOR ORGANIZATIONS AND SCORES OF UNION MEMBERS TO JOIN NATIONAL MAY DAY MARCH TO DEMAND JUSTICE FOR WORKING FAMILIES Phoenix, AZ – Organized labor will be front and center at Thursday's historic May Day National Day of Action march at the Arizona State Capitol to demand an end to the billionaire takeover of our democracy and fight for the dignity of all working families. In all, eleven labor organizations representing tens of thousands of Arizona workers and their families will take part in the Day of Action, which begins at 9 a.m. at the Capitol and will end at the Sandra Day O'Connor United States Courthouse in Downtown Phoenix. Local labor leaders will speak along with immigrant rights groups, healthcare advocates, and community organizations. The supporting organizations released the following statements for publication and to share ahead of the march: AFSCME Arizona: "AFSCME stands in proud solidarity with workers across Arizona and around the world this" Black text on a white background. This page features quotes from AFSCME AZ, Arizona AFL-CIO, Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans, Arizona Education Association, CWA Arizona State Council, and International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36. As the image description is limited, you should read the full quotes at https://ucwarizona.org/system/files/2025-04/organized_labor_release.pdf Black text on a white page. This page features quotes from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36, Maricopa Area Labor Federation, UFCW Local 99, Unite Here Local 11, and United Campus Workers of Arizona CWA Local 7065. As image descriptions are limited, you can read the full quotes at https://ucwarizona.org/system/files/2025-04/organized_labor_release.pdf Last page of press release. Black text on a white background. Final quote is from WSRJB Workers United-SEIU. Quote reads, "WSRJB Workers United-SEIU: "Today on May 1st, International Workers Day, we are reminded more than ever that solidarity and community of the working class is the key to our common future," said Evelyn Zepeda, Organizing Director at the WSRJB Workers United-SEIU. "The Western States Regional Joint Board, Workers United-SEIU proudly represents warehouse workers and industrial laundry workers in CA, NM, AZ and NV, thousands here in Arizona. Our members are the backbone of this country. We are excited to join our union siblings on the streets and in any other space necessary. When we fight, we win."
April 28, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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ucwarizona.bsky.social
Our official statement on the federal administration's visa terminations of Arizona students and higher education workers.

You can read the full statement on our website at UCWArizona.org/our-statements, or at the link in bio.
White page with UCWAZ logo and text reading :As of today, well over 100 international students across our three public Arizona universities have had their visas revoked, causing significant harm to the students, to our institutions, and to the communities we serve." White page with text reading "To all of those who who have had your friends stolen from you, and those who are afraid that you might be next: We stand in solidarity with you. No one should have to live with this fear. You came to this country seeking an education and the opportunity to better your own life and the lives of your families and communities. These visa revocations and the fear they cause are stealing that opportunity from you. You deserve better. Please reach out, and we will do what we can to support you. To the administrations of ASU, NAU, and UA: We acknowledge that you are in a difficult situation, but you are not powerless. This culture of uncertainty and fear is fundamentally incompatible with the purpose of our institutions. We challenge you to stand up for your students and fiercely defend the opportunities being stolen from them. You must do everything in your power to reduce this uncertainty and fear:" White page with text reading "Be Transparent. While individual identities must be protected, publicly release accurate information about how many students have been affected and any trends in countries targeted or reasons given for visa revocations. Be honest with international students about the risks to their status posed by traveling internationally to academic conferences or returning home to visit family in the current political climate. Regularly brief all shared governance bodies, including Faculty Senate, Staff Council, and Student Government on these topics. Support Your Students. Work with all students to ensure that they can continue their studies, whether their visa is revoked or whether they are simply denied entry into the US despite being a citizen or holding a valid visa or green card. Provide any such affected students with access to ongoing legal support and representation. Provide a Sanctuary. To the fullest extent possible under the law, refuse to cooperate with immigration enforcement, such as refusing to provide access to student records or data, and refuse to allow immigration enforcement onto university campuses and property." White page with text reading "To the rest of us: These students are our coworkers, our peers, our friends. They are well-educated, and working to research and overcome some of humanity’s biggest challenges. Every visa revoked is a person stolen from our community and an opportunity lost towards solving society's greatest problems. We invite you to join us in supporting our international students and visa holders: Sign our statewide petition Join your union Find a May Day action near you As a nation, we promised to be a land of opportunity. Let’s make good on that promise. In solidarity, Your Union, United Campus Workers of Arizona CWA Local 7065"
April 24, 2025 at 10:15 PM