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Union members and staff have compiled answers to your questions on a variety of issues.

Our 2022–26 Contracts

Find the full text of our union contracts with Rutgers, plus guides to the agreements to help you understand your rights.

Who We Are

Rutgers AAUP-AFT is one of the oldest higher ed unions in the country. Learn more about how our half-century of history led to who we are in the present day.

February 2026
Feb 17
Feb 17, 20265:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Atlas Data Privacy Orientation
On Zoom,
The Rutgers AAUP-AFT will host a virtual demonstration of the members only Atlas security benefit. Register here.
Feb 18
Feb 18, 202612:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Union Town Hall: Research Support
On Zoom,
Join our Union Town Hall to discuss issues concerning research support with members of the union bargaining committee. Click here to register.
Feb 19
Feb 19, 20261:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Atlas Data Privacy Orientation
On Zoom,
The Rutgers AAUP-AFT will host a virtual demonstration of the members only Atlas security benefit. Register here.
Feb 19
Feb 19, 20265:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Meeting the Moment: Building Solidarity Through Training & Community — New Brunswick
Rutgers Labor Education Center, 50 Labor Center Way
New Brunswick, NJ 08901 United States
Join fellow union members for rapid response training to address ICE in our communities. Dinner will be provided. Click here to register.

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