United Faculty of Florida - FSU
@uff-fsu.bsky.social
We are the labor union representing FSU faculty. We work tirelessly to improve the working conditions for our members.
Instead of addressing our affordability crisis, Florida's BOG is pushing scapegoat policies that restrict immigrant students from higher education, stifling long term economic growth. Tell the board NO, sign the petition below. #UFFFSU #HigherEd #FloridaNews secure.ngpvan.com/r_QLeaRJu0Sl...
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Thanks to our colleagues at WUSF for their reporting on the DeSantis administration’s censoring of climate science in our public school textbooks. Read the full article here: www.wusf.org/education/20... #UFFFSU #HigherEd #FloridaNews #AcademicSky #FSU
How Florida is challenging climate change in textbooks, while quietly updating its science standards
Publishers acceded to state requests watering down information on climate change’s impact, WUSF/Hechinger Report investigation finds. Now the state has turned to updating its science standards.
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Florida just made it easier to decertify teachers’ unions. A new law requires at least 50% participation from all members, not just those who vote, making it harder for unions to survive and represent educators. Stay informed & join NOW ➡️ uff-fsu.com/join #FSU #UFFFSU #FacultyUnion
A powerful piece from a UFF-FAU member on what’s really at stake if attacks continue on higher education in Florida. www.dispatchesfromtheacademictrenches.com/post/dispatc... #UFF #AcademicSky #FloridaNews #HigherEducation
Dispatch #13: Unions as the Frontline against Authoritarian Attacks
Greetings from the Swamp.Florida has been the bellwether for the past five years regarding attacks against public education and public sector unions. Course curricula have been attacked, subject matter censored, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives defunded by reactionary state legislators who view anything challenging their narrow worldview in the most paranoid of terms. But the full impact of such reactionary laws have been held at bay in part because Florida has strong union repre
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Read this op-ed from the @miamiherald.com on growing threats to academic freedom, including the sidelining of sociology in Florida’s universities www.miamiherald.com/opinion/op-e... #UFFFSU #HigherEd #FloridaNews #AcademicSky #FSU
This is what politicizing higher education actually looks like in Florida | Opinion
FIU professor: The issue is not whether universities are political. The issue is whether they will remain places where ideas can be freely contested. | Opinion
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Read this op-ed from the @miamiherald.com on growing threats to academic freedom, including the sidelining of sociology in Florida’s universities www.miamiherald.com/opinion/op-e... #UFFFSU #HigherEd #FloridaNews #AcademicSky #FSU
This is what politicizing higher education actually looks like in Florida | Opinion
FIU professor: The issue is not whether universities are political. The issue is whether they will remain places where ideas can be freely contested. | Opinion
miamiherald.com
Read this op-ed from the @miamiherald.com on growing threats to academic freedom, including the sidelining of sociology in Florida’s universities www.miamiherald.com/opinion/op-e... #UFFFSU #HigherEd #FloridaNews #AcademicSky #FSU
This is what politicizing higher education actually looks like in Florida | Opinion
FIU professor: The issue is not whether universities are political. The issue is whether they will remain places where ideas can be freely contested. | Opinion
miamiherald.com
FL removed Intro to Sociology from general education at public universities, further sidelining the discipline after months of changes. Faculty warn this raises serious concerns about political interference and academic freedom. www.insidehighered.com/news/quick-t... #AcademicSky #FloridaNews #FSU
Florida Deals Another Blow to Sociology
Students at Florida’s 12 public universities will no longer be able to fulfill their general education requirements by taking an introductory sociology course. On Thursday, the Florida Board of Governors unexpectedly voted to remove Introduction to Sociology from institutions’ general education curriculum offerings, The Miami Herald reported.
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Florida escalated its fight with sociology, removing it from core requirements after clashes over curriculum. Read more here:https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/state/2026/03/28/florida-battle-with-sociology-escalates-critics-accuse-retaliation/89249422007/ #AcademicSky #FloridaNews #FSU
Florida's battle with sociology escalates, critics accuse retaliation
Florida officials have spent years transforming higher education in the state, with a particular focus on sociology instruction.
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"The research shows that with more guns, more people get hurt.” - Dr. Robin Goodman, @uff-fsu.bsky.social president www.fsunews.com/story/news/2...
Florida House Bill 757 triggers campus safety debate at FSU
Some students and faculty are concerned about the FL House's proposed bill to allow trained faculty and staff to carry concealed weapons on campus.
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When lawmakers shape campus centers, academic freedom is at risk. A new Tallahassee Democrat op-ed from @unitedfacultyfl.bsky.social President and a FIU faculty member explains why faculty voices matter. Read more here: www.tallahassee.com/story/opinio... #UFF #Union #HigherEducation #AcademicSky
Lawmakers seeding partisan activism through campus centers | Opinion
To be clear, the solution is not for the legislature to fund centers advocating for opposing political ideologies.
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“The police neutralized the shooter on April 17 in 2 minutes & 17 seconds, & they have told us that they wouldn't have been able to do that if there had been other guns on the scene. We’d be more at risk if there were more guns on campus.” - @uff-fsu.bsky.social Pres www.yahoo.com/news/article...
Florida bill to arm college professors, staff faces opposition
Florida students and faculty oppose a bill allowing college professors to carry concealed weapons on campus, citing safety concerns.
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When lawmakers shape campus centers, academic freedom is at risk. A new Tallahassee Democrat op-ed from @unitedfacultyfl.bsky.social President and a FIU faculty member explains why faculty voices matter. Read more here: www.tallahassee.com/story/opinio... #UFF #Union #HigherEducation #AcademicSky
Lawmakers seeding partisan activism through campus centers | Opinion
To be clear, the solution is not for the legislature to fund centers advocating for opposing political ideologies.
tallahassee.com
Florida lawmakers are advancing a bill to allow professors to carry guns on campus. We are pushing back, saying arming faculty is not a real safety solution and could make campuses more dangerous. More guns ≠ more safety. Read more here: www.tallahassee.com/story/news/s... #FSU #FloridaNews
Florida bill to arm college professors, staff faces opposition
Florida students and faculty oppose a bill allowing college professors to carry concealed weapons on campus, citing safety concerns.
tallahassee.com
New op-ed, co-written by @unitedfacultyfl.bsky.social president, examines lawmakers’ role in shaping campus centers and what it means for academic freedom tallahassee.com/story/opinio... #HigherEd #AcademicSky
Lawmakers seeding partisan activism through campus centers | Opinion
To be clear, the solution is not for the legislature to fund centers advocating for opposing political ideologies.
tallahassee.com
Last week in Tallahassee, FSU faculty and grad assistants testified against the anti-union bill (SB 1296). @uff-fsu.bsky.social #UnionStrong
“The BOG is claiming it is not censorship because the courses will still be in the catalogue and faculty can still teach them. However... departments will not be able to afford moving faculty into electives.” - @uff-fsu.bsky.social president www.fsunews.com/story/news/2...
‘This is censorship’: BOG regulations for CoreFSU cause controversy
What are the 2025 CoreFSU regulations set by BOG, and how do they affect FSU students?
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New piece from a UFF-FSU member in @floridaphoenix.com asks whether Florida’s public universities truly uphold the Western tradition — and what that means for academic freedom, critical inquiry, and the future of higher ed. floridaphoenix.com/2026/02/09/d... #HigherEd #AcademicSky #FSU #FLNews #UFF
Do Florida public universities really embrace the Western Tradition? • Florida Phoenix
It’s a lousy time to be a kid in Florida. You’re told you can’t read certain books or study certain subjects or discuss certain topics. You’re told you can’t go by your chosen name; you must conform t...
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FSU faculty are speaking out against new BOG regulations that limit CoreFSU courses, calling them a threat to academic freedom and critical thinking. Universities should challenge students—not censor ideas. Read more: www.fsunews.com/story/news/2...
‘This is censorship’: BOG regulations for CoreFSU cause controversy
What are the 2025 CoreFSU regulations set by BOG, and how do they affect FSU students?
fsunews.com
America’s unions celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his fight for justice and equality. The civil rights and labor movements have long worked together, and we honor that bond by continuing Dr. King’s work and mobilize for a better future for all.
🌟 Big news, FSU faculty! 🌟 We’re thrilled to share that all open articles for the 2025–2028 CBA have been settled! 🎉 This marks a major milestone in protecting and strengthening our faculty’s future at FSU. 💪📚 #UFFFSU #UFF #FSU #FacultyStrong #AcademicSky
⚠️ Some faculty have been told they can’t use university funds for conferences with DEI panels. In fact, state funds can typically be used if you’re not presenting on a DEI topic. For questions, contact Office of Compliance and Ethics or the FSU Office of the General Counsel #FSU #UFFFSU #FSUFaculty
pro-worker, #NoKings: Labor Day in Tallahassee solidarity > tyranny! @aflcio.org @uff-fsu.bsky.social @indivisible.org @indivisibletlh.bsky.social
🎉 Big news: UFF-FSU is officially recertified by PERC! 💪 Our union is safe for another year—and we’ll keep protecting our contract + bargaining power. This win is thanks to our amazing members + activists. ✊ Now we build toward 65%+ membership for next year! #FSU #Tallahassee #UFFFSU #AcademicSky
🎉 We hit 60%! 🎉 Because of YOU, UFF-FSU has officially passed the 60% membership threshold — securing our re-certification eligibility! Over 1,200 members strong, we’re ready to defend our rights, protect our voice, and build a stronger future together. 🙌 #UFFFSU #FSU #FSUFaculty #UnionStrong
Congratulations @uff-fsu.bsky.social on maintaining certification and reaching the 60% threshold! 🎉 ✊🏼✨
🚨 Snapshot date is Thursday, July 17! We’re almost at 60% — join now & help us get there: uff-fsu.org/join #FSU #UFFSU #UnionStrong #UFFFSU #AcademicSky #FSUFaculty
💥 We’re SO close to 60%! Help us keep our union! 📅 July 17 is our snapshot date — we’re almost there! ✅ New members: check your email for the Membership Authorization Form & sign ASAP! ✅ Got a colleague who’s not in? Ask them to join! #FSU #FacultyUnion #FSUFaculty #AcademicSky #Tallahassee
