From Kingston to Providence — One Union, One Voice.
Weingarten Rights
Did you know your Weingarten Rights if called to a meeting with management?
Learn More. Essentially–If called into a meeting with management and you reasonably believe that the meeting or interview may lead to discipline, read the following when the meeting begins :
“I respectfully request that my union representative be present at this meeting. Until my representative arrives, I choose not to participate in this discussion.”
This Is Your Union — Stronger Together
A note from John Rooney on behalf of the Executive Committee
On behalf of the URI Professional Staff Association (PSA) Executive Committee, welcome, and thank you for being part of a community built on integrity, collaboration, and purpose. We represents over 400 professional members across nearly every division and department at URI. We are the advisors, coordinators, researchers, and leaders who keep this university running – advancing student success, supporting research and innovation, building community, and driving URI’s goals forward.
This is your union, and we are your colleagues and your voice. When you speak, we listen and act. Through our partnership with the National Education Association of Rhode Island (NEARI), we stand for fairness, respect, and opportunity for all professional staff.
We’re committed to ongoing collaboration with University leadership through our collective bargaining agreement. While we may not always agree, we always believe in open, honest conversation.
Items of focus this year include:
- Fair and transparent titles, promotions, and compensation.
- Flexible and equitable workplace policies, including remote work.
- Greater member engagement and communication across all campuses.
- Review and update of our own, internal, operating documents (ex. bylaws)
Get involved:
Attend monthly meetings, share your ideas, and offer your skills. PSA is for you and by you — your participation makes us stronger.
Welcome New Employees & Eligible Members
If you’re not yet a member, we invite you to join us. Membership means having a voice — and being part of a network that protects and advances your rights. Reach out to Monique Sylva-Bouthisanh, Local NEARI Membership Coordinator, or email uripsa@etal.uri.edu to learn more.
I am available multiples but email or GChat me directly at john_rooney@uri.edu; you can also contact any member of our Executive Committee, the “general email” uripsa@etal.uri.edu is monitored by various officers.
In solidarity,
John Rooney, President
and the URI PSA Executive Committee
University of Rhode Island Professional Staff Association (PSA)
Affiliated with NEARI / NEA
Updates, Newsletters, Announcements
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DECEMBER MONTHLY MEETING & HOLIDAY MEET-UP
December 10, 12-12:45, Room TBD
The December Monthly Meeting will be held in conjunction with the open house. All are welcome! New members come join us!
Fall 2025 Newsletter
Fresh off the press! Bravo and much thanks to our secretary, Nina!