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Franklin University Announces U-Learn Scholarship and College Credit for Roofers and Waterproofers Union Apprenticeships

Erin McDermott2026-03-03T13:37:40-05:00March 3, 2026|

Franklin University, in partnership with Employee Benefit Systems Inc., is proud to announce a new partnership with the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and [...]

Union Sportsmen’s Alliance Releases 2024-2025 Impact Report

Roofers International2026-02-27T14:52:52-05:00February 27, 2026|

The Union Sportsmen’s Alliance recently released its 2024-2025 Impact Report illustrating the remarkable impact USA has had on outdoor communities across the nation. USA projects [...]

Building Trades Union Membership Continues to Grow Despite Industry Disruption

Roofers International2026-02-23T16:06:15-05:00February 23, 2026|

North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) President Sean McGarvey issued the following statement: “North America’s Building Trades Unions gained 47,198 net new members across 14 [...]

Roofer Elected to East Central Illinois AFL-CIO

Roofers International2026-02-23T16:06:30-05:00January 29, 2026|

Illinois AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Pat Devaney swore in the East Central Illinois AFL-CIO's nine new officers, who affirmed their commitment to advocating for union members and [...]

New Member Benefit: TruHearing Hearing Care

Roofers International2025-11-13T10:55:44-05:00November 13, 2025|

Hearing health plays a vital role in overall well-being and has been linked to cognitive decline and dementia. That’s why we are proud to announce [...]

Local 49 Apprentice Wins Western Apprentice Competition

Roofers International2025-11-06T10:59:30-05:00November 6, 2025|

https://nwlaborpress.org/2025/10/a-roofers-local-49-apprentice-is-the-best-in-the-west-again/ Roofers Local 49 apprentice Rogelio Gutierrez Perez took first place in the annual Western Regional Roofers and Waterproofers Apprenticeship Competition in the advanced category. [...]

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6 Mar

This is retired member Michael Neal receiving his 50-year clock. Mike is a member of Roofers Local 97 and currently enjoying the retired life in Myrtle Beach. We hope Michael + all our retirees + active members have a wonderful weekend!

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6 Mar

Wednesday: Krissy Webber of @roofersunion Local 97 shared her perspective on the grit and growth of women on the job site today. 🔗 (4/5)

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3 Mar

As a Roofers Union member, you/your family are eligible to receive a free college degree education.

Franklin U is awarding one member/family member a tuition-free education to complete an associate or bachelor’s degree. for info.
https://bit.ly/4aLwcls

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Yes, you heard it right—as a Roofers Union member, you and your family may be eligible to receive a free college degree education.Through our partnership with Franklin University and EBS, one Roofers Union member or family member will receive a tuition-free education to complete an associate or bachelor’s degree at Franklin University this year and every year going forward. Franklin also offers college credit for members who completed their registered Roofers & Waterproofers Apprenticeship.Click to read more about this offer, and visit www.franklin.edu/roofers to learn how to apply (deadline June 1). We are excited to offer this amazing opportunity to our members!#scholarships #ScholarshipOpportunities unionroofers.com/franklin-university-announces-u-learn-scholarship-and-college-credit-for-roofers... ... See MoreSee Less

Franklin University Announces U-Learn Scholarship and College Credit for Roofers and Waterproofers Union Apprenticeships - United Union Of Roofers, Waterproofers & Allied Workers

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Franklin announces new partnership with Roofers Union, to include a tuition-free scholarship and college credits for apprenticeship.

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Share your experiences and knowledge about working in the heat, and make jobsites safer!Take the English survey: cpwr.com/heat-survey (or use QR code below)Take the Spanish survey: cpwr.com/encuesta-calor CPWR–The Center for Construction Research and Training is conducting a research study to improve heat illness prevention and better protect construction workers. Our members’ experiences and knowledge of working in the heat can help improve protections for roofers and other construction workers. The anonymous survey should take 10-15 minutes to complete. Responses will help strengthen heat illness prevention programs across the industry. ... See MoreSee Less

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