AAUW November Monthly Meeting

Contact:   ffaauw@yahoo.com

  Event Announcement

 

AAUW monthly gathering, Monday, Nov. 18

Fergus Falls, Minnesota, November 8, 2013:   The Fergus Falls Branch of the American Association of University Women will hold its monthly gathering Monday, Nov. 18, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Mill Street Residence, 802 S Mill St, Fergus Falls.  

The evening includes time to socialize, a meal, program and business meeting. This month’s presenter is Otter Tail County Probation Director Chuck Kitzman. He will share how the county is trying to change the behaviors of DWI repeat offenders through a process called  Accountability Court. 

If you are interested in the program, or in joining the AAUW, we invite you to attend. The cost is $10 for the meal, but first-time guests attend free. RSVP to Pat Anderson at patjanderson@hotmail.com by Nov. 15.

AAUW membership is open to anyone holding an associate’s (or equivalent, e.g. RN), bachelor’s, or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

The AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education and research. Since 1881, AAUW has been one of the nation's leading voices promoting education and equity for women and girls.

The Fergus Falls branch meets monthly September through May for learning and camaraderie. The branch sponsors annual STEM events for 5^th- and 6^th-grade girls, and provides scholarships for area women funded by a biannual tour of homes. For more information about the Fergus Falls AAUW, email inquiries to ffaauw@yahoo.com.

Tour of Homes Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is the Fergus Falls AAUW Holiday Tour of Homes?
A: The Tour of Homes is Saturday, Nov. 16, from noon to 5p.m.

Q: How much are tickets?
A: Tickets are $15 each.

Q: Where can I buy tickets?
A: You can purchase them at Service Foods, Victor Lundeen's, Lundeens and The Market on Union Avenue in Fergus Falls. Or you can contact an AAUW member, or email us at ffaauw@yahoo.com.

Q: Can I buy tickets the day of the event?
A: Yes, tickets will be available at the Fergus Falls YMCA where we will be hosting the Tour of Homes reception that day.

Q: May I bring my children?
A: Only children over 13 years of age may attend.

Q: May I take photos?
A: No photos may be taken in the homes.

The AAUW will be at the Women's Expo

The Fergus Falls AAUW will have a booth at the In Good Company Women's Expo, Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at teh Fergus Falls Community Arena. 

Stop by our booth to learn more about this wonderful organization, buy Tour of Homes tickets, and add your name into the pot for several drawings throughout the day.

See you there!

Fergus Falls AAUW announces its 2013 Holiday Tour of Homes

Gayle Jacobson named 2013 AAUW Woman of the Year

Gayle Jacobson, Fergus Falls, a member of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) since 1979, has been named the Fergus Falls branch’s 2013 Woman of the Year.races

The honor is given annually to a member who exemplifies the AAUW’s mission to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education and research.

An active member of the AAUW, Jacobson has served as branch president and was the co-chair of the state AAUW convention when it was held in Fergus Falls in 2002. She is serving as the branch’s treasurer.

Believing in the value of education and life-long learning, Jacobson served as the AAUW liaison to the school board, and once ran for the board as well. She has been instrumental in furthering financial literacy in Fergus Falls. She was co-chair for an AAUW-sponsored financial seminar called “Money Talks,” and is a charter member and treasurer of an investment club for area women.

Jacobson retired from Victor Lundeen’s in 2010, after 25 years. She is an avid gardener and loves spending time with family, especially her six grandchildren.

The Woman of the Year award includes a $100 donation to an organization of Jacobson’s choice. She chose Camp Fire USA in Fergus Falls.

The AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education and research. Since 1881, AAUW has been one of the nation’s leading voices promoting education and equity for women and girls.

The Fergus Falls branch meets monthly September through May for learning and camaraderie, and holds a biannual tour of homes to raise funds for scholarships for women. For more information about the Fergus Falls AAUW, email inquiries to ffaauw@yahoo.com.

AAUW now accepting scholarship applications

Each year the Fergus Falls AAUW is pleased to award four scholarships to area women. LInks to the scholarship cover letter, application and recommendation forms are on this website, right hand column. The applications are due March 21, 2013.

Announcing our third annual "Girl Saturday" event!

For the third year, the American Association of University Women--Fergus Falls branch is hosting an event to introduce area 5th and 6th grade girls to careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). This year, the AAUW is holding Engineer Girl Saturday, March 23 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Kennedy Secondary School cafeteria. The girls will meet women engineers and make their own Rube Goldberg-type machines. The goal is to perform a simple task through a series of chain reactions with contraptions engineered by the girls. 

The event is free but space is limited to 20 participants, so it's important to register early at http://bit.ly/engineer-girl. 

If you'd like more information, please contact STEM coordinator Kristi Hastings at k.hastings@pemlaw.com.