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The Retiree is CSEA’s quarterly newsletter sent to Retiree Unit members. This publication helps you stay informed of all the news that matters most to CSEA retirees. Read in-depth features, get the latest news about CalPERS and what CSEA is doing to keep your retirement secure. The Retiree also offers helpful advice for retirees and updates on what Retiree Unit Members are doing around the state.

If you are retired (or about to retire) and not a member, join the Retiree Unit today.

Retiree Spring 2025

Spring 2025

Troy Johnson for CalPERS: Protecting the Retirement You Earned. Also: Retirement Checklist, “Moving Forward is a Ray of Sunshine” in RUEB Chairperson Message, and more.

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Retiree Winter 2025

Winter 2025

CSEA Retired Members Win Crucial School Board Elections

Also: Victory for classified—CSEA settles Juneteenth class action lawsuit, Granny Grant, Retiree Unit Activities, and more.

Retiree 2024 Fall Photo

Fall 2024

32nd Retiree Unit Leadership Conference: “The More We Know, The More We Grow” 

Also: Meet your new RUEB members, A message from the RUEB Chairperson, and more.

Retiree Newsletter

Summer 2024

Volunteer to Elect Candidates who will Protect Your Retirement and Your Rights

Also: Updates from Annual Conference, the Retiree Leadership Conference and much more!

Retiree Spring 2024

Spring 2024

Staying Active in Your Retirement

Also: A message from the RUEB chairperson, Upcoming Events, a COLA increase for eligible Retirees, and more.

Retiree Newsletter

Winter 2024

Candace Claar Takes Leadership Role with CARA

Also: A Call for CSEA Memorabilia, Electing Pro-Labor Leaders in 2024, Post-Retirement Checklist, and more.

Retiree Fall 2023

Fall 2023

The Journey to Secure a Well-Earned Retirement: María de la Luz’s Story

Also: Honoring Dorsey McCowan, Retirees awarded at Super Session, Message from the REUB chairperson, and more.