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Advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research Vision: AAUW will be a
powerful advocate and visible leader in equity and education through
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Ann ArborBranch Website Click HERE to visit the Ann Arbor Branch WebsiteYear Established 1902On May 10, 1902, Mary Markley chaired a meeting of 41 women to form the Ann Arbor Branch of the Association of Collegiate Alumnae, forerunner of the AAUW. They immediately began to study and work to improve educational and social conditions in the community. By 1905 they had established a loan fund for women at the University of Michigan. This commitment to community service and the educational advancement of women has continued throughout over 103 years of the branch’s existence. Our membership usually hovers around 300. Our branch meetings are held at 7:30 pm on third Tuesdays of the month at the Ann Arbor Women’s City Club.Number of MembersCurrent Officers
MeetingsPrograms Adobe PDF fileBranch ProjectsStudy/Interest Groups The Ann Arbor Branch has an active interest group program open to all members More than 30 groups promote learning, social activities, networking and the development of friendships. Interest groups cover a wide range of topics and interests including international affairs, books, gourmet cooking and dining, games (bridge, golf, Mah-jongg, Scrabble), music and travel. Interest groups reflect the interests and skills of members and new interest groups may be formed each year.Branch ContactMembership FormThe membership year runs from July 1 to June 30. Dues include membership in the State of Michigan AAUW and the National Association. Dues categories are listed below: $72—Member ($43 to National Association, $10 State dues and $19 to the Branch) $57—Recent Graduate (those who received degrees within the last five years) $25—Student Affiliate (Must be undergraduate student currently enrolled in accredited College or university. NewslettersLatest Branch NewsA successful book sale that grossed over $40,000 began the year, followed by an Open House to welcome new members. October’s meeting educated the members about the history of the book sale in an attempt to recruit new leadership. In November a Silent Auction with musical accompaniment was held for the first time, netting over $2,000. Scholarship recipients, a Named Honoree, recognition of Book Sale workers, and lovely music were all a part of December’s Winter Luncheon where $1,700 for EF and LAF was collected. January’s program was all about health, physical, emotional and mental. In February, a gathering for mentors and 38 new members was planned, followed by one act of an upcoming play, a storyteller and a group of young poets. In February, Ann Arbor was a sponsor for Nina Totenberg ‘s speech on “The U.S. Supreme Court and Its Impact on You”. In March there was a panel of women representing Girls on the Run, Big Brother, Big Sister, Girl Scouts, Raising Strong and Confident Daughters, and a research scientist from the Institute for Research on Women and Gender. Living with Proposition 2 and the Future of Scholarships was the topic in April with representatives from nearby colleges. The year ends with a spring luncheon that recognizes branch scholar recipients. Then members will begin preparations for the 56th Annual Used Book Sale which is to be held on Sept. 5-7, 2008 at Washtenaw Community College with book sorting from June through August.. Last update May 3, 2008 |
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