AMERICAN ASSOCIATION of UNIVERSITY WOMEN
C/O Margaret Anderson
286 Route 9W
Palisades, NY 10964
Telephone # and Fax # 914-359-4225
E-Mail Address # 74367.2442@COMPUSERVE.COM
- Rockland County Branch is a nationwide association
of women and men who have in common a baccalaureate degree and a desire
to think and act upon issues and needs facing the community, the nation
and the world.
Any man or woman currently enrolled in an accredited
college or university or holding a bachelor's degree from an accredited
college or university is invited to join our branch.
Mission
Promotes equity, lifelong education and positive societal change for
all women and girls. In principle and 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 or disability.
History
The American Association of University Women (AAUW), founded in 1881,
is the nation's most active and diverse organization working for equity
and the advancement of women through education. The Rockland County Branch
(formerly New City Branch) was formed in 1962. It was the 54th branch in
New York State. Currently we have about 65 members.
Services:
- General monthly meetings which address a variety of timely issues
concerning women. They are frequently led by expert guest speakers.
- Some of our recent meetings have included:
- November 1996 - "Osteoporosis" guest speaker Lorraine Konar,
an associate of Jeri Nieves, PHD Director of Bone and Mineral Measurement
at Helen Hayes Hospital & Epidemiologist at Columbia School of Public
Health.
- January 1997 - "History of Women" guest speaker Dr. Elizabeth
Hanson - Smithsonian Fellowship Recipient.
- Membership list and newsletters upon request.
- Annual WOMAN of ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - Awarded by the Rockland Branch
which recognizes someone who has had a profound, positive impact on the
community.
- Scholarships - Every other year we award a local scholarship,
endowed by Charles Myneder, to a deserving woman who is returning
to college, in the name of Barbara D. Myneder, a deceased branch member.
- We have fund raising activities for the Education Foundation,
which provides Nationally awarded Fellowships to women for advanced women's
studies and for the Legal Advocacy Fund, which Nationally supports
women seeking redress for sexual discrimination.
Special Interest Groups:
These groups for our members usually meet monthly and are held at various
locations. Except for Evening Literature Group and Drama Chat, these groups
are for AAUW members, potential, and for lapsed members to encourage participation.
We have a lot of fun. We hope that you join us.
- Garden Lovers - Car pool to the gardens and garden displays
you've always wanted to see. Whether spur of the moment or planned in advance,
our jaunts are interesting and entertaining. Contact Karen Kotecha.
- Dinner Group - Enjoy an evening of dining and good company at
a low cost. Dinners held at members' homes. Guests share preparation of
hostess' menu. Contact Rosemary Waltzer
- DayGlow Walkers - Meet several times a week forfitness walking
with others on your schedule. Contact Audrey Jasper.
- Entertainment Group - Theater, film, music, and dance are pastimes
to share with friends. Event suggestions are posted in the newsletter for
groups or call others on the list to join you. Contact Marion Leavitt.
- G.A.L.'s Group - Getting acquainted at lunch. Meet at restaurants
and pay for your own. Good food and fun is had by all. Contact Terry Luker.
- Gallery Goers - The focus is on galleries and museums. Usually
day trips to all kinds of enlightening locations. Contact Marsha Schneider.
- Evening Literature Group - New members welcome at these monthly
discussion groups of contemporary novels and short stories. Book list available
in advance. Held at New City Library. Contact Marion Leavitt.
- Drama Chat - Read play in advance then discuss classic and contemporary
plays with group and study leader. Obtain play list in advance. Held at
New City Library. Contact library.
- New Group Ideas - contact Carol Baldwin.
Officers 1997-98
Co-Presidents: Judy Pomerantz, Terry Luker - 914-942-5429
Program VP: Marion Leavitt
Membership VP: Carol Baldwin
Treasurer: Charlotte Sorger - 914-352-1488
Recording Secretary: Nancy Hall
Corresponding Secretary: Donna Saunders
1997 Rockland Woman of Achievement
Kathleen Sullivan, President of Dominican College, Blauvelt,
New York
Innovative Educator
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First Created: 4/16/97
Last Updated: 6/20/97