CIC Forum FAQ!
What is the CIC Member Chat Forum?Who is on the CIC Member Chat Forum?
I have forgotten my password, how do I reset it?
What is the difference between a thread and a post on the forum?
How can I tell the difference between new posts and older ones I have already read?
I have a question but there is not topic about it on the forum.
How do I respond to a message that has been posted?
How do I update my email address?
Q: What is the CIC Member Chat Forum?
A: The CIC Chat Forum is an online message board. Registered members can post questions or read and respond to others members posted questions.
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Q: Who is on the CIC Member Chat Forum?
A: Members of affiliated Local Unions across the US, CIC Regional Managers, CIC Business and Retention Representatives, and the CIC Education Director are available to answer questions.
Once logged in, look for the member list to view all who are registered.
Q: I have forgotten my password, how do I reset it?
A: The forum will email your password, click here. If you do not receive the password, you can contact the webmaster to reset it for you using this form, click here.
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Q: What is the difference between a thread and a post on the forum?
A: A thread is the topic of discussion. A post is the chat taking place within the thread.
For example, you will find an area on the forum called "Buying Union and American Made Products", inside is a thread called "Looking for an American made light bulb", and posts within that thread are specific to where an American made light bulb might be purchased.
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Q: How can I tell the difference between new posts and older ones I have already read?
A: Post that are new since your last visit will be displayed in a different color icon. Shown below.
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Q: I have a question but there is not topic about it on the forum.
A: Start a new thread about your topic. Look for this button. By creating a new thread, you create a discussion about a new topic.
The next box will allow you to type a subject line and the body of your text.
Click submit when finished.
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Q: How do I respond to a message that has been posted?
A: Click the post reply button located below the post you wish to respond to.
The next box will allow you to type a subject line and the body of your text.
Click submit when finished.
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Q: How do I update my email address?
A: Email address, passwords, personal and account information can be changed in your user control panel.
The look for "Edit Your Details"
