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Great Decisions Progrm at the Laurel Library
Tuesdays - January 19 - April 6, 2010 (except the last Tuesday of each month) Looking for information and discussion on eight current foreign policy issues topics and a chance to add your opinions to a national report sent to decision-makers? If so, call the Laurel branch library at 301-776-6790 to sign up for Great Decisions 2010. Beginning Tuesday, January 19, at 7:30 p.m., in the Laurel branch meeting room, attendees will watch a half hour informational video, discuss readings prepared by the Foreign Policy Association, and complete opinion ballots. Sponsors: Friends of the Laurel Library and Laurel Branch American Association of University Women.
“She's Not In Your History Book” - A Story Hour for Grown-Ups on March 15, 2010
Celebrate Women's History Month with members of BPW of Laurel and Southern Prince George's and the Bowie-Crofton Soroptimists at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts starting at 6:30 with a light supper. Joy Jones, a trainer, author storyteller and communicator, will tell us stories about African and African American women from antiquity to contemporary times who are noteworthy women who aren't in your history book. The cost of the event is $30. Any profit will be divided between the four groups. Flyer with registration request.
The Laurel Branch of AAUW
Who We Are
The Laurel Branch of AAUW was formed in 1953. Throughout its history, the Branch has been active in the community. It started an adult education program at Laurel High School. In 1996, the branch was a co-founding organizational sponsor of the Friends of the Laurel Library.
The Branch sponsors the Margaret Myerly Award which is given annually to a graduating senior at Laurel High School. It was established in memory of Margaret Myerly, an active member of AAUW, who taught math at Laurel High School for 40 years. The first award was given to Christopher Charles Prestel in 1983.
The National Association and Maryland AAUW have recognized the Laurel Branch for the dedication and achievement of branch members and its strong commitment to accomplishing the AAUW mission of education and equity for all women and girls.
2009 -2010 Calendar
The following events are planned for 2009-2010. Check back for updates and additions. Unless otherwise noted, branch meetings are held at 7:30 PM at Morningside House , 7700 Cherry Lane in Laurel.
Saturday, September 26, 2009, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Our branch is hosting the AAUW Maryland meeting at Greenbelt Library. An exciting program devoted to health care is planned.
Tuesday, October 20, 209, 7:30 pm - Branch meeting at Morningside House. The topic is the role of women in African Moslem Society
Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 7:30 pm - Branch meeting at Jan Lofutus's home. It will be our annual holiday cookie exchange.
Tuesdays - January 19 - April 6 (except the last Tuesday of each month) Looking for information and discussion on eight current foreign policy issues topics and a chance to add your opinions to a national report sent to decision-makers? If so, call the Laurel branch library at 301-776-6790 to sign up for Great Decisions 2010. Beginning Tuesday, January 19, at 7:30 p.m., in the Laurel branch meeting room, attendees will watch a half hour informational video, discuss readings prepared by the Foreign Policy Association, and complete opinion ballots.
Sunday, February 21, 2010, 2-5:00 pm - Fundraiser for the Virginia Gildersleeve International Fund.
Monday, March 15, 2010, 6:30 -9:00 pm - “She's Not In Your History Book” - A Story Hour for Grown-Ups. Celebrate Women's History Month with members of BPW of Laurel and Southern Prince George's and the Bowie-Crofton Soroptimists at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts starting at 6:30 with a light supper. Joy Jones, a trainer, author storyteller and communicator, will tell us stories about African and African American women from antiquity to contemporary times who are noteworthy women who aren't in your history book. The cost of the event is $30. Any profit will be divided between the four groups. Flyer with registration request.
April 20, 7:30 pm - Branch meeting at Morningside House. The topic is the establishment of a global fund for education. Join us for a discussion of a Global Fund for Education. Background information is available from the Brookings Policy Brief Series #169 (Aug 2009), A Global Fund for Education: Achieving Education for All.
May 19, 7:00 pm - Salad Supper and Maryland Legislative Wrap-Up at Morningside House
Branch Newsletter
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Membership
Membership is open to all graduates who hold an Associates, baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university. An undergraduate student enrolled in a regionally accredited educational institution is eligible for student affiliation.
By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance.
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About AAUW
AAUW's Value Promise - By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance.
AAUW's Mission - AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research.
Since 1881, AAUW (formerly known as the American Association of University Women) has been the nation's leading voice promoting education and equity for women and girls. We have a nationwide network of nearly 100,000 members, 1,000 branches, and 500 college/university institution partners. For more than 127 years, AAUW members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental issues of the day — educational, social, economic, and political.
AAUW Issues - AAUW's voice has long influenced legislative debate on critical social issues such as education, sex discrimination, civil rights, reproductive choice, affirmative action, Title IX, welfare reform, vocational education, pay equity, family and medical leave, and health care reform.
AAUW Fellowships, Grants, and Awards - AAUW has a long and distinguished history of advancing educational and professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe. Each year AAUW provides millions of dollars in fellowships, grants, and awards for outstanding women around the globe and for community action projects. AAUW also funds pioneering research on women, girls, and education.
AAUW Leadership Programs - Through Leadership programs, women and girls acquire the skills they need to succeed and assume leadership roles in their academic, professional, and personal lives. Programs include Campus Action Projects, the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders in Washington, D.C., the Student Advisory Council, and Campaign College.
AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund - The AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund (LAF) works to combat sex discrimination in higher education and workplaces through campus outreach programs, an online resource library, and research reports. LAF also provides support to workplace sex discrimination cases that have the potential to make a difference for all women.