United Faculty and Pitt Professional Union records, 1970-1995

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United Faculty and Pitt Professional Union records, 1970-1995

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This collection contains bulletins and research information regarding the Pitt Professional Union's campaign to organize faculty at the University of Pittsburgh in 1976 and United Faculty's efforts in the 1980s and early 1990s. Also included are membership lists and cards, meeting minutes, and information regarding a 1991 campaign that supported a state House of Representatives resolution that would grant public access to state university financial records.

20.0 linear ft. (16 boxes).

University of Pittsburgh

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University of Pittsburgh

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