News and Events

Spring Elections

JUAC local elections are conducted in the spring of even numbered years for 2-year terms that begin August 1st of the election year. We just concluded elections for President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Membership Secretary, Assistant Membership Secretary, and Department Representatives from each department. These positions constitute our executive board.

Congratulations and appreciation to those who have been elected to serve. 

Elected for two-year terms beginning August 1st are:

Officers:

  • Mary Klinger—President
  • Laurel Dieskow—Vice-President
  • Diana Harms—Secretary
  • Kathi Ruge—Treasurer
  • Marilyn Berrill—Membership Secretary
  • Kathi Ruge—Assistant Membership Secretary
  • Department Reps:
    • Adult Ed—Angela Thomas and Mitchell Means
    • Ag/Hort/Vet—none
    • Business Ed—none
    • Culinary Arts—none
    • English, Philosophy, and World Languages—Linda Elaine and Clare Foland
    • Fine Arts—Christine O’Connor
    • Health and Public Services—Victor Markowski
    • Library—Nessa Vahedian Khezerlou
    • Mathematics—Jen Danielson and Marianne Deffenbaugh
    • Natural Sciences—Barb Will-Henn
    • Nursing—none
    • Social and Behavioral Sciences—Deanna Blyth
    • Technical–none

Remember that new board members can be appointed between elections with board approval.  If there are interested members in underrepresented departments we would welcome their participation. 

We have had several envelopes returned as unable to forward.  Everyone is reminded to keep their information up to date with IEA.We meet monthly August through May, usually virtually. Look at the bylaws to see specific responsibilities of each position. Contact any current board member for more information.

IEA RA Report

The IEA RA was conducted March 12-14 at the Hyatt in Rosemont. Mary Klinger and Laurel Dieskow represented JUAC at the RA. Business included the election of new state officers and NEA directors, and action on an amended budget, amendments to the legislative platform and bylaws and resolutions, and over 30 new business items. See the IEA website (ieanea.org) for details.

2025-2029 Contract

A team from your union worked from for months last spring/summer to negotiate a new contract with the college. The contract was ratified by both parties in the fall and is in effect until 2029. The contract can be viewed through the link on our Documents page, and on the myJJC portal. Thanks to the team members for all of their hard work!

Adjunct Faculty Center

The AFC is staffed and open for your convenience. There are work stations, copiers, and a conference room available for your use. Staff is available to provide instructional design assistance, help with clerical tasks, supplies, and general support. Please stop in and take advantage of this resource!