The NJEA Higher Education Conference will be held on April 12-13, at the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal. The conference begins with registration at 2 p.m. on Friday followed by workshops and dinner. The keynote speaker on Friday after dinner will be invited members from the New Jersey Senate and Assembly Higher Education committees. On Saturday, the conference continues with more workshops and concludes with lunch.
Higher Education Conference – April 12-13, 2024
Workshops will address:
- Contract Enforcement and Grievance Process
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Leaves of Absence-FMLA, NFLA, FLIA
- Local Associations Use of External Communications
- Member Benefits Overview: Accessing your Member Benefits
- Political Power
- Union Basics for New Leadership
Higher Education Collective Bargaining Summit – April 13-14, 2024
The NJEA Higher Education Collective Bargaining Summit, April 13-14, immediately follows the Higher Education Conference at the same location, the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal. The summit begins with registration at 3 p.m. on Saturday followed by workshops and dinner. The summit will continue Sunday and conclude with lunch. The summit is an interactive program that will address current issues facing negotiations teams. Strategies and techniques for strengthening your local to improve bargaining position will be explored.
Registration details for Conference and Summit
The cost to attend either event is $200-single occupancy, per person; $150-double occupancy, per person-must indicate a roommate; or $120-commuter.
The cost to attend both events is $300-single occupancy, per person; $250-double occupancy, per person-must indicate a roommate; $220-commuter.
To register for either or both events, go to njea.org/highered or contact NJEA UniServ Region 29/Higher Education office at HigherEd@NJEA.org or 609-689-9580 by March 29.
Conference fee includes accommodations, meals, and materials. You will need your PIN and password and a credit card to register.
For additional information, special meal requests, or if you have a disability-related need which may require assistance to facilitate your participation in the conference, contact the office at HigherEd@NJEA.org or 609-689-9580.
Photo identification, such as a college ID or a driver’s license, will be required to check in at the conference. NJEA will adhere to the safety protocols established by the New Jersey Department of Health.