Labor Law Survey, Part II—Public Sector
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This course will continue the discussion from Part I, while examining the essential statutes in Illinois Public Sector Labor Law, including the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act (IPLRA), the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act (IELRA), and the US and Illinois Constitution provisions that apply to public sector workers.
Kay Emmert
Kay Emmert is a Lecturer in the Labor Education, where she teaches labor law, grievance processing, arbitration, collective bargaining, communication and leadership skills to union members, unrepresented workers, and university undergraduates. As Lead Negotiator and bargaining advisor for the Non-Tenure Faculty Coalition at UIUC, she successfully negotiated multiple contracts, securing significant gains in wages, job security, and benefits. An expert in contract research, writing, and enforcement, she develops engaging, real-world curricula that empower workers with the knowledge and skills to advocate for fair labor practices and workplace protections.