Postal Labor Unions Summer School 2027 (PLUSS) Registration-Save the Date

A History of Excellence in Steward Training

April 18 - 23, 2027  ·  Hampton Inn & Suites

Registration Opens January 15th, 2027!

In partnership with West Virginia University Extension's Institute for Labor Studies and Research, this is a valuable learning experience offered under the umbrella of the Unions representing members in the United States Postal Service.

CURRICULUM

• Basic Shop Steward Training 

• Effective Communication Skills

• Roadmap to Winning 

• Advanced Interview Techniques 

• Postal Inspection Service and OIG  

• Advanced Steward & Advocate Strategies 

• Defenses Vs Disciplinary Actions

• Anti-Abolishments and Reversions Strategies 

• The Multi Grievances and Compliance Initiative

INSTRUCTORS

John L. Jackson, Jr.- NBA, Clerk Craft, APWU JJackson@apwu.org 

Kim Miller - NBA, APWU Clerk Division, KMiller@apwu.org

Clifton W. Johnson - NBA, Clerk Craft "C" NY Region, APWU, cjohnson@apwu.org

Ken Prinz - Assistant MVS Director (retired) KPinz107@gmail.com

Advanced and Basic will be held the same week. For more information, contact one of the instructors listed above or Paul Crumrine @ 304-293-8588 Paul.Crumrine@mail.wvu.edu

Agenda

Sunday, April 18
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Monday, April 19
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Noon - 1 p.m. Lunch provided on-site each day, Monday through Thursday. Breakfasts are provided in Hotel lounge each morning.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Your Choice - Your Dime (Various Eateries (American, Chinese, Japanese, and Mexican) - All Within Walking Distance of the Hotel)
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
All Evening Activities Are Required Attendance.
Tuesday, April 20
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, April 21
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, April 22
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday, April 23
8:00 AM - 9:45 AM
8:00 AM - 9:45 AM
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Return Keycard at Front Desk
12:00 PM
12:00 PM

Location

Location: Hampton Inn & Suites, Morgantown University Town Centre 325 Granville Square, Morgantown, WV 26501