AAUW, Dayton, OH Branch

Mission: AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research

AAUW began in 1881, when Marion Talbot called a meeting of 17 women graduates--the first generation of alumnae. The purpose was unique: to support each other and future generations of women in higher education.

The Association of Collegiate Alumnae was formally established in 1882, merging with the Southern Association of College Women and the Western Association of Collegiate Alumnae in 1921 to create the American Association of University Women.

For more than 125 years, the American Association of University Women has been one of the nation's leading voices promoting education and equity for women and girls.

OHIO STATE CONVENTION

When:   May 2-3, 2009 

Location:  Dayton, Ohio

Holiday Inn across from Wright State University

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OFFICERS FOR 2008-2009

President             Joanne Yost             298-9293

Program VP        Rita M Smith            237-5172

Membership VP  Judy Dunlope           866-8439

Treasurer             Miriam Nuckols       434-0123

Recording Sec     Doramae O'Kelley   438-5944

ABOUT THE DAYTON BRANCH

The Dayton Branch of AAUW has monthly meetings from September through May or June, except January.

Our meetings are usually on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.; however, our February meeting is held on a Saturday afternoon.

In June, there will be an "Installation of Officers" meeting with light refreshments. ______________________

Interest Groups

Our Interest Groups include Les Gourmandes/Dining Out, Theater Arts and a Book Club.  Please see the Calendar Page for more information.

        Be WISE Camp

Join Us At Our Meetings

We provide an atmosphere for women to share common interests and develop friendships as well as discuss issues of concern to the community.

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Be a 2-Minute Activist:

Take Note of Convention Delegates and Watch Parties

What AAUW Does 

AAUW Association:  The power of AAUW stems from its approximately 100,000 members, 1,000 branches, and 500 college and university partners nationwide.   

Association activities focus on several areas:

-Hosting programs that promote opportunities for women and girls in schools, at work, and in local communities.  Training tomorrow's leaders through professional development conferences, workshops, and materials, including the AAUW National Conference for College Women Student Leaders and the biennial AAUW National Convention.

-Informing and influencing local, state, and federal policy-makers on AAUW's policy priorities, including a strong system of public education; affordable, quality higher education; Title IX, reproductive rights, affirmative action, and other civil rights; a fair and balanced judiciary; workplace equity and equal pay; and retirement security.

-Convening coalitions with diverse groups, educators, parents, and businesses

AAUW Educational Foundation:  The Educational Foundation is one of the world's largest sources of funding exclusively for graduate women.  Established in 1958, the Educational Foundation

-Awards about $4 million each year in fellowships, grants, and awards to help women achieve their goals and to promote equity in schools and comunities.  More than 8,000 women from more than 130 nations have received support form the Educational Foundation.

-Conducts landmark research exploring issues concerning women, girls, and education.