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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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MidlandAAUW Midland Branch, Inc.
Year Established: 1934
Number of Members Our Branch numbers about 120 women of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and professions, working together to advance equity for all women and girls through advocacy, education, and research.
Current Officers Board meetings are the first Thursday of the month (except July and August).
Elected Officers:
Standing Committee Chairs (Appointed):
The Board of Directors includes the above officers, committee chairs, and Past Presidents.
Project Committee Chairs (For branch and local activities and to implement mission and goals.):
· Fundraisers --Spring 2008 Used Book Sale SCRUB --Social Capers Ruth Blair
· Liaisons --Midland Schools Betty Chenoweth --Coalition for Choice Betty Chenoweth --UNICEF Chris Ferrando
Meetings: General Meetings: The branch holds General Meetings that are open to the public.
Women’s Issues Luncheons: This luncheon series, now in its ninth year, is open to the public. The meetings held in December and February. Reservations are required. 2008
May 15: Resource Conservation - Chippewa Nature Center - Peter Sinclair - 7 p.m..
Branch Projects: Programs and projects provide opportunities for intellectual growth, leadership, and lasting friendships.
Used Book Sales and Scholarships the Midland Branch has been part of this effort by recycling books through its twice-yearly used book sales. The funds generated enable the branch to collectively contribute approximately $15,000 annually to: · Underwrite four local scholarships, · Donate to the AAUW Educational Foundation for fellowships, research, grants, awards and community action, and · Donate to the AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund that supports women challenging sex discrimination in higher education settings. Local Scholarships The Midland Area Community Foundation administers these scholarships. Applications can be made online after February 1 at www.midlandfoundation.com Applications are due in early March. Direct questions to the Foundation office at 109 East Main Street, Midland, MI 48640;
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989-839-9661. · AAUW Graduating Senior Woman Scholarship—a $2000 scholarship to a Midland County college bound high school senior pursuing her education full-time toward a baccalaureate degree. Two awarded in 2007. · AAUW Woman in Transition Scholarship— a $2000 scholarship to a Midland County woman who has experienced a delay or interruption in education beyond high school and is working toward a baccalaureate degree OR who has a baccalaureate degree and is returning to school to re-educate herself with a specific career goal in mind. Two awarded in 2007.
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AAUW Diversity Statement: In principle and in practice, AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or class. For more on this statement, see AAUW Diversity Statement and Policy
Dues - good through June 30, 2008: $69 (include $47 to the Association, $10 to the State and $12 to the Branch). Student and Community memberships are also available. Local members receive an annual membership directory, and a subscription to the Branch newsletter, the TWIG, and State and National publications.
Membership is open to graduates holding an associate or equivalent, baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited educational institution, a degree from a foreign institution recognized by the International Federation of University Women (IFUW), or a foreign degree acceptable as a basis for admission by graduate schools at regionally accredited universities of the U.S.A. and who have paid dues (Association + state + branch dues) on or before July 1 annually.
Newsletters:
Latest Branch News In December, the Issues luncheon was a huge success with 87 women in attendance. It was titled “Unleashing the Power of Women in Leadership” and Deborah Borg , Workforce Planning Leader for North America under Dow Chemical, spoke about the power of women in leadership positions, the major obstacles to women’s progress and tips on how to be successful. In February, their speaker was Cindy Elliott, a Dow Chemical global purchasing director, speaking on “Attitude and Aptitude” and exploring how these two attributes contribute to your growth and success. Members of Dow’s Women’s Innovation Network, WIN, were also invited. The 74th Annual Meeting of the Midland Branch was held in March where Ann Ward , immediate past president was presented with the Named Gift Honoree award for her contributions. “Positive Aging” was the program presented by Heddie Sumner, Director of Education and Resource Development for Midland County Senior Services. Mickey Edell and Sharon Belobraidich visited in March to tour properties as possible sites for the 2009 AAUW of Michigan convention which will be hosted by the Midland Branch. In April the Spring Used Book Sale at the Midland Mall and a School Board Forum co-sponsored with the Midland League of Women Voters took place. In May the topic for the branch meeting will be “What’s New in Resource Conservation “ and held at the Chippewa Nature Center. At an awards banquet sponsored by the Midland Area Community Foundation in June, the branch will present two $2,000 nonrenewable scholarships to both high school graduating senior women and to women in transition. Last update May 3, 2008 |
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