e-newsletter v. 2009-06

President's Message Dear THB members, It was beautiful in the mountains as many of us headed to Boone for the AAUW state meeting. We gathered at the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center on the campus of Appalachian State University on October 9-10. We took care of many business items, had a few workshops, and enjoyed … Continue reading e-newsletter v. 2009-06

Looking for 2010-2011 leaders…

Earlier this month, the branch board appointed a nominating committee: Grace Knechtel (chair), Judy Atkinson, and Mary Morrow. They are already at work recruiting members to serve on the 2010-2011 branch board. The slate they develop will be presented next spring when the branch will elect a president, treasurer, and 3-7 directors-at-large. If you'd like … Continue reading Looking for 2010-2011 leaders…

Welcome new members – July-Sept.

The Tar Heel Branch would like to welcome the new members who joined us over the summer: Grace Knechtel is a long-time AAUW member who has served on the boards of both AAUW NC and AAUW NYS. She is a current member of the Raleigh/Wake County branch and joins the Tar Heel Branch as her … Continue reading Welcome new members – July-Sept.

Are you planning your holiday giving?

Is there someone on your holiday gift list who would benefit from a membership in AAUW? Maybe the new graduate who needs to be aware that "equity is still an issue" the new parent who can use information about how AAUW issues will affect his daughter the new retiree who may now have time for … Continue reading Are you planning your holiday giving?

Updated bylaws

The Bylaws Committee (Doris Bernlohr, Pat Abell, and Nancy Shoemaker) has reviewed the branch bylaws in light of the required changes after the 2009 AAUW convention. Modifications have been made and here is the new version: AAUW Tar Heel branch bylaws, Oct. 2009 Note that at least one additional change is pending, but since that … Continue reading Updated bylaws

Another report on the convention

At the Raleigh/Wake County branch meeting on September 3, Nancy Shoemaker gave a report on the 2009 AAUW convention (which includes a copy of the new AAUW public policy program). Tar Heel Branch members may also be interested in that report. See also additional videos of the Convention at the AAUW Youtube Channel.

Update to branch brochure

The branch brochure has been updated to account for the $5 increase in branch dues as of July 1. Please print copies to have with you when you expect to meet people who would like to learn more about the opportunity to connect to AAUW in this way that also provides the benefits of connecting … Continue reading Update to branch brochure

e-newsletter v2009.05

YOU ARE INVITED - SAVE THE DATE What: Hors d’ oeuvres and wine When: Friday, September 25, 2009-- 5-7 p.m. Where: Home of branch member, Burlington, NC This is strictly a social get-together for a couple of hours for anyone who can join us. Her home in Twin Lakes is less then ten minutes from … Continue reading e-newsletter v2009.05

Report from AAUW Convention in St. Louis

Highlights from the 2009 AAUW Convention.

Welcome new members!

Welcome to the new members who joined in May and June for the 2009-2010 year: Mary Rack of Avon Lake, Ohio, stopped to visit both Doris Bernlohr and Nancy Shoemaker in early May, and they managed to convince her to join the branch. She has been a member of AAUW for several years, serving at … Continue reading Welcome new members!