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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN WINDWARD O'AHU BRANCH CELEBRATING 50 YEARS . . . 1959 - 2009 |
| The Moku Luas, or the twin islands, are anchored off Lanikai beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. |
What is AAUW Windward Branch
The Windward Branch is one of eight AAUW branches in the state of Hawaii. We are the largest of the 8
branches with 106 members. Regular membership is open to women who hold a degree from an accredited
college or university, including a two-year Associate degree. Our branch also offers an Interest group
membership as an option. Interest group members are individuals who share our vision but do not have the
degree.
Activities for our members include monthly programs or special events. Individual interest groups meet on
a monthly basis and include two literature groups, a Great Decisions study group, an Arts Smart group and
an Any Excuse for Lunch group. Fund-raising activities for scholarships are ongoing throughout the year.
AAUW Windward Branch welcomes visitors and new members at any time. Feel free to contact us at
info@aauw-windward.org.
The Windward Branch is one of eight AAUW branches in the state of Hawaii. We are the largest of the 8
branches with 106 members. Regular membership is open to women who hold a degree from an accredited
college or university, including a two-year Associate degree. Our branch also offers an Interest group
membership as an option. Interest group members are individuals who share our vision but do not have the
degree.
Activities for our members include monthly programs or special events. Individual interest groups meet on
a monthly basis and include two literature groups, a Great Decisions study group, an Arts Smart group and
an Any Excuse for Lunch group. Fund-raising activities for scholarships are ongoing throughout the year.
AAUW Windward Branch welcomes visitors and new members at any time. Feel free to contact us at
info@aauw-windward.org.
| Mokoli'i Island, better known as Chinaman's Hat, lies close to the shore in Kane'ohe Bay |
What is AAUW
The American Association of University Women seeks to advance equity for women and girls through
advocacy, education and research. Founded in 1881 as the Association of Collegiate Alumnae, the
organization's original mission was to promote practical educational work. AAUW's mission has now
expanded to include AAUW EF (Educational Foundation) which works to advance educational and
professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe and AAUW LAF (Legal
Advocacy Fund) which works to combat sex discrimination in higher education and the workplace.
Today with more than 100,000 members, 1,300 branches, and 500 college and university partners, AAUW
contributes to a more promising future and provides a powerful voice for women and girls - a voice that
cannot and will not be ignored.
The American Association of University Women seeks to advance equity for women and girls through
advocacy, education and research. Founded in 1881 as the Association of Collegiate Alumnae, the
organization's original mission was to promote practical educational work. AAUW's mission has now
expanded to include AAUW EF (Educational Foundation) which works to advance educational and
professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe and AAUW LAF (Legal
Advocacy Fund) which works to combat sex discrimination in higher education and the workplace.
Today with more than 100,000 members, 1,300 branches, and 500 college and university partners, AAUW
contributes to a more promising future and provides a powerful voice for women and girls - a voice that
cannot and will not be ignored.
Windward O'ahu Home Page
Aloha and welcome to our AAUW Windward Branch website. The purpose of this website is to provide
information to our members, introductory information to our website visitors and serve as a link to the state
and national AAUW websites. We hope you will become interested in learning more about our organization
and perhaps join us as a member. For more information on our monthly meetings and special events, please
contact us at info@aauw-windward.org.
Aloha and welcome to our AAUW Windward Branch website. The purpose of this website is to provide
information to our members, introductory information to our website visitors and serve as a link to the state
and national AAUW websites. We hope you will become interested in learning more about our organization
and perhaps join us as a member. For more information on our monthly meetings and special events, please
contact us at info@aauw-windward.org.
| Offshore in Kailua Bay lies Popoia, or Flat Island, a bird sanctuary where kayakers are allowed to land. |
| EVENTS CALENDER February 6 - 9:30 am WCC, Hale Akoakoa, 105 Program: Catherine Sato, VP Bank of Hawaii, Kailua Branch "Talking To Your Grandchildren: What YOU Know About Finance That They Don't" March 6 - 9:30 am WWC, Hale Akoakoa, 105 Gail Awakuni, Principal Campbell High School "Future of Public Schools in Hawaii" April 3 - 9:30 am Branch Annual Meeting and Potluck Ho'omaluhia Botanical Gardens May 1 Scholarship Luncheon June 5 - 9:30 am WWC, Hale Akoakoa, 105 Dr. Colette Brown UH School of Social Work "Gerontology and Aging" |
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN WINDWARD O'AHU BRANCH CELEBRATING 50 YEARS . . . 1959 - 2009 |
HELP FIGHT HUNGER!
In an ongoing effort to support windward food
banks, members are encouraged to bring a
donation of canned or other non-perishable
food to the general meetings. The donations
will go to two different food pantrys in
Kailua.
In an ongoing effort to support windward food
banks, members are encouraged to bring a
donation of canned or other non-perishable
food to the general meetings. The donations
will go to two different food pantrys in
Kailua.
SCHOLARSHIP BRUNCH
AAUW members attending the January general
membership meeting were treated to a wonderful
brunch put on by the Scholarship Fund Board of
Directors. Many thanks go to the board members for
the wonderful selections of quiches, breads and fruit.
The freshly baked cinnamon rolls were especially ono!
It was good food and good fellowship and a plus for the
scholarship fund. Over $500 was raised for scholarships.
AAUW members attending the January general
membership meeting were treated to a wonderful
brunch put on by the Scholarship Fund Board of
Directors. Many thanks go to the board members for
the wonderful selections of quiches, breads and fruit.
The freshly baked cinnamon rolls were especially ono!
It was good food and good fellowship and a plus for the
scholarship fund. Over $500 was raised for scholarships.
IMPORTANT VOTE - FEBRUARY MEETING
The AAUW structure changed on July 1, 2009 at the
National Convention. As a consequence of this
change, no state is required to have a state/division
structure. Members will be asked to vote on whether
to have a Hawaii division structure or not and what to
do with the funds should the Hawaii division be
dissolved. Come to the meeting and vote!
The AAUW structure changed on July 1, 2009 at the
National Convention. As a consequence of this
change, no state is required to have a state/division
structure. Members will be asked to vote on whether
to have a Hawaii division structure or not and what to
do with the funds should the Hawaii division be
dissolved. Come to the meeting and vote!
