2017 Midwest School for Women Workers

“Women Rising” MADISON, WI JULY 16 - 20

Welcome! For nearly 40 years, the Midwest School for Women Workers has equipped women to be more active and effective leaders in our unions and workplaces, building solidarity among women workers. Now you are a part of this tradition.

We are coming together, united as working women, to build our leadership skills, gain understanding of the challenges facing the labor movement, and share our experiences so we can win a better future.

Please review the enclosed materials to prepare for your arrival on July 16 and check our website for updates. See you in Madison!

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CHECKLIST SUGGESTED ITEMS TO PACK: • Notebook and pen.• Shampoo, blow dryer, and your prescriptions.• Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunhat, we will be

outdoors visiting a farm and touring the Wisconsin statecapitol.

• Warm sweater (it can get chilly in the conference center).• Your union or worker organization t-shirt – wear & represent!• Musical instrument (if you want to play for us).• Snacks and any food you crave during the day. J• Union and other social justice buttons, stickers, etc. to

swap with other women (if available).• Games, cards, phone charger, relaxing activities you enjoy etc.• Dress for the school is casual. Some participants may choose to

dress up for the Wednesday evening dinner.

PLEASE NOTE: For those lodging at University of Wisconsin-Madison Ogg Hall, the facility provides all linens (sheets, blankets, pillow and case, washcloths, soap, and towels per person), continental /Marketplace breakfast, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a small refrigerator. No hair dryers, coffee pots or toiletries are offered in the rooms. For more information about where we are staying please visit: http://www.housing.wisc.edu/conferenceservices-accommodations-halls-ogg.htm

LODGING CONFERENCE Ogg Hall 835 W. Dayton Street Madison, WI 53706

Participants can arrive beginning at Noon on Sunday to drop off bags and check-in. You must check-in at Ogg prior to parking to receive parking pass.

Gordon Dining & Event Center 770 W. Dayton Street Madison, WI 53706 Sunday night – Thursday meeting location. Most meals here.

EXERCISE OPTIONS Morning Yoga: Monday -Wednesday at 7am, 4th Floor Lounge we will have yoga at no charge. Southeast Recreational Facility (SERF): 715 West Dayton Street, Madison WI 53715 // (608) 262-8244. The SERF is just steps away from the Kohl Center, in the heart of UW-Madison's Southeast neighborhood, with a wide variety of features to help you stay active. The attendee must bring in proof of attendance (your name tag badge) and a valid photo ID to purchase the $7 guest pass. Hours: Monday – Thursday 6am - 9pm. Anytime Fitness: Across Johnson Street from Gordon Hall. $25 for 5 day pass.

WORKSHOP TRACKS

TRACK A: Worker Representation, Protection and Mobilizing

In Track A, we address methods of representing, protecting and mobilizing workers to

improve working conditions. This will include learning from labor and workers’

history, an introduction to labor law and workplace rights, representing workers

through grievance procedures and other methods of problem solving, building

workplace power, and women’s leadership. In Track A you will learn practical skills to

represent workers and build workers’ strength and power.

TRACK B: Globalization, Immigration and Justice Movements

We live & work in a global economy yet often know little of global labor & social

movements. How do we battle transnational corporations without global allies? Can

we fight our battles separately? Can we take on working conditions without

considering environmental & other connected challenges? There are threats to

deport all the unauthorized immigrants, the U.S. has withdrawn from the Paris

Environmental Accord, health care for millions of Americans is at risk, and many

politicians would like to destroy unions. How should unions respond? This class will

help you connect the dots in the global economy, link you to sisters fighting across

borders, and explore your immigrant roots. You will learn about proposals for NAFTA

renegotiation and movements for sanctuary cities, as well as discussing how unions

can best respond to these challenges.

All attendees selected either Track A or Track B during registration. We encourage returning attendees or more advanced activists to consider Track B. If you would like to change Tracks please let us know no later than July 11.

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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Sunday, July 16

• 12-4:30pm RegistrationOgg Hall, 835 W. Dayton Street, Madison, WI 53706

You must check-in at Ogg prior to parking to receive parking pass. • 5-8pm Dinner & Welcome Program Gordon Dining & Event Center, Symphony Room, 2nd Floor

Monday, July 17 • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for fair farm tour.• 8:30am-12pm Classes• 12-1pm Lunch • 1-3:30pm Classes • 3-8pm Evening Program – Farm Visit

Tuesday, July 18 • Wear your Midwest School t-shirt today!• 8:30am-12pm Classes• 12-1pm Lunch • 1-3pm Classes • 3-6pm Capitol tour, group photo • 6pm Dinner on your own

Wednesday, July 19 • 8:30am-12pm Classes• 12-1pm Lunch • 1-4:45pm Classes • 6-8pm Evening Program

Thursday, July 20 • 8:30-11am Final Meeting / Evaluations

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LODGING CONFERENCE Ogg Hall Gordon Dining & Event Center 835 W. Dayton Street Madison, WI 53706 770 W. Dayton Street

Participants can arrive beginning at Noon on Sunday night dinner & program Sunday to drop off bags and check-in. Most meals here.

TRANSPORTATION Drivers: Check into Ogg Hall first. Ogg Hall is located on the corner of N. Park Street and W. Dayton Street. Short-term parking is available on East Campus Mall across from the basketball court. Staff will direct you to temporary unloading parking. After you have checked into your room see us for your parking pass and move your vehicle to an assigned parking ramp. Parking: You should have requested a parking pass upon registration. You must first check-in at Ogg Hall to receive your parking permit on Sunday. Bus: Van Galder or Badger Bus will drop off travelers on Langdon Street. The lodging at Ogg Hall, 835 W. Dayton Street is roughly a 10-minute walk from the bus drop off. Walk 4 blocks south down East Campus Mall. Flying: If you’re coming from MSN airport call Union Cab (608) 242-2000 upon arrival and go to Ogg Hall, 835 W. Dayton Street first to check into your room. Cab service: Call (608) 262-2000 for a Union cab.

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835 W. Dayton Street | Madison, WI 53706-1799 | MapOgg Desk: (608) 262-6899Capacity: 600 beds

Ogg Hall, located in the southeast campus area on the corner of Parkand Dayton Streets, offers centrally air conditioned single and doubleoccupancy rooms with televisions, clock radios, coffee/tea service andother amenities for adult guests. Bathroom facilities serve up to eightguests located immediately adjacent. Kitchens and spacious loungesare located on every floor and laundry facilities are on the first floor. An

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on-site tech center is available for computer use. Ogg Hall isconnected to a pedestrian mall and is in close proximity to manycampus libraries, a student union and classrooms.

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GORDON DINING & EVENT CENTER

The Gordon Dining & Event Center opened August 2012 across from the Kohl Center in downtown Madison. The center provides residents with new, marketplace-style dining and large, flexible confer-ence and events spaces. It will feature a plaza and green space for outdoor dining and recreation by summer of 2013.

Floors (3 total):

Lower: University Housing Dining & Culinary Services Offices

First: Gordon Avenue Market (10 venues) For purchase at posted prices:

Second: Large conference and event space

Bean & Creamery Coffee House / Ice CreamFlamingo Run convenience store

Fireplace Lounge

Seating & Capacity:

Marketplace Level: Total seating: 544 250 served every 10 minutes

Event Level: Symphony Meeting Room: 300 Overture Meeting Room: 250 Concerto Meeting Room: 250 Sonata Meeting Room: 250

Ed Gordon Suite: 20

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GORDON AVENUE MARKET

1849Home-style comfort foods and traditional favorites such as broasted chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, and chef-carved roast meats

Buckingham BakeryFresh baked goods such as muffins, bagels, pasteries, cookies, bars, and hot/cold desserts, along with a cereal and yogurt bar

The Bean and CreameryCustom Starbucks espresso drinks, smoothies, UW Babcock Dairy and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, and grab-and-go items for purchase at posted prices

Buona CucinaDaily pasta selections, signature homemade marinara sauce, other house-prepared sauces, and Italian entrees

Capital City Pizza CompanySignature pizza and bread-sticks baked in a hearth oven

DeliciousMade-to-order deli sandwiches, paninis, and wraps served on freshly baked bread and rolls

Fired UpFresh grilled burgers, veggie burgers, chicken breasts, other sandwiches, and french fries

Flamingo RunBrand-name convenience store items for purchase including bottled beverages and groceries for purchase at posted prices

Great GreensFreshly prepared greens, fruit, vegetable toppings, mixed salads and a soup station

EggceteraHot breakfast items including eggs, omelets, pancakes, french toast, fried potatoes, and breakfast meats

¡Qué Rico!Daily made-to-order specials of Tex-Mex fare, such as tacos, taco salads, burritos, and quesadillas

Global KitchenCuisine from all corners of the globe

Menu selections may vary and are subject to change when dining is serving fewer than the minimum capacity

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Symphony Meeting RoomCapacity: 300 Square Footage: 5,400

Ed Gordon SuiteCapacity: 20

North Dining AreaSeating: 130

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West Dining AreaSeating: 80 East

Dining AreaSeating: 254

Southeast Dining RoomSeating: 48

Fireplace LoungeSeating: 32

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ConcertoMeeting RoomCapacity: 250 Square Footage: 3,957

OvertureMeeting RoomCapacity: 250 Square Footage: 3,957

ELEVATOR

SonataMeeting RoomCapacity: 250 Square Footage: 3,957

250 served every 10 minutes

Corridor SeatingCapacity: 63

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