Category Archives: Newsletter

In November 2020, APA Executive Board member Laura Wise announced she had accepted a new position which would move her from her APA position. She joined the ranks of the APA in 2012 and took a position as an Area Representative in 2013. She was … Continue reading →

On May 6, 2020, your Administrative Professional Association (APA), with the support of our partner the Michigan Education Association (MEA), signed a Furlough Letter of Agreement (LOA) with MSU which was a first for both parties. As the effects of the COVID-19 crisis began, the concept of furloughs … Continue reading →

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Tiffany Norwood, AR – In – Training   What is your job title?  Executive Staff Assistant to the Senior Associate Vice President of Research and Innovation    What area of campus (this refers to the area rep info on the APA website, … Continue reading →

  Meet Fellow APA Lisa D. Frugé    What is your job title? – Project Event Coordinator    How long have you been at MSU? – 24 years    Have you been a member of the APA the whole time? – No    What … Continue reading →

The APA has confirmed that the base wage increases for this year and the next year of our joint wage and health care agreement will be 2.75%. Those increases will be realized for all APA members in October 2020 and 2021. These are contract raises and … Continue reading →

1. What is your job title? Administrative Business Analyst      2. How long have you been at MSU? Started as a student in January 2013 (graduated May 2016) and returned in October 2016 as an employee.    3. Have you been … Continue reading →

Dear Members,    I hope all is well with you and your families during this uncertain time.   With some of our members being on furlough, we want to continue to keep you inform. The general election is on November 3rd and … Continue reading →