Activism on Campus
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Spring 2026 BAM Labor Internship Application is Now Open!
The Building a Movement Labor (BAM) Internship is a paid internship program that connects undergraduate students at the University of Washington… Read More -
UW Labor Studies Research Clothing Consumption Survey
How does fast fashion brand transparency regarding labor practices affect consumer purchasing decisions? This study explores which factors … Read More -
Tip theft, harassment, and unsafe working conditions: An inside look at student labor exploitation on the Ave
Maya Cruz, researcher at the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies, explained the essence of unionization. “You have the right to… Read More -
Ave Starbucks baristas continue picketing, Rachel Erstad, Bridges Center Research Director, weighs in on union activity
Rachel Erstad, the research director at the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies, explained that the nationwide action represents an exciting… Read More -
New Report Collaboration with the Center of Human Rights: Gross Human Rights Violations in Washington State
The Bridges Center is proud to have provided research support to the Center for Human Rights’ critically important report … Read More -
Javier Silva, recipient of the 2022-2023 Domingo and Viernes Scholarship, collaborates on wildfire smoke research with DEOHS
Javier Silva, the recipient of the Silme Domingo and Gene Viernes Scholarship in 2022-2023, collaborated on a research project with the… Read More -
Featured on The Stand: UW Advising Staff Win Their Union
Over 500 advising staff across the University of Washington system have voted to join SEIU Local 925, the union announced on Thursday. Advising… Read More -
2025 Labor Studies Spring Celebration
A Spring Celebration of Labor Studies Graduates and Building A Movement Interns By April Rubio, Communications Coordinator for the Harry… Read More -
Featured on The Stand: UW Research Coordinators & Consultants Win Union
700 Research Coordinators & Consultants at the University of Washington have won their union, joining UAW 4121, the union of Academic… Read More -
Fund Don’t Freeze Rally: A National Day of Action
By April Rubio, Communications Coordinator for the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies. Research is a vital foundation for many universities… Read More