General Correspondence, 1970-1987

This series contains insight into the formation of the union, as well as information pertaining to day-to-day activities. The most important aspect of these files is the letters and memos dealing with the formation of OCOPE as an autonomous bargaining agent. Interspersed with the correspondence are several related documents including the results of the vote to organize. The Staff Openings and Replacement file emphasizes the opportunities that the administrative assistants sought for economic and social mobility. Arranged chronologically.