Debra Austin The cost of community college is a little bit lighter this fall for five more students at Chandler-Gilbert Community College, thanks to newly awarded $1,500 scholarships from the Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW). The scholarships are geared toward students studying to advance, change careers or re-enter the…
Tag: AAUW
Clubs & Classes, November 2026
AAUW Achieves Five-Star Recognition
Debra Austin For the first time, the Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) has been recognized for achieving milestones required in the national organization’s Five-Star Program. The local group and the Prescott Branch are the first to receive the honor in Arizona. The challenging program, launched in 2020, directs branches…
Clubs & Classes, November 2026
AAUW to Hear How Local Group Gives Women a Fresh Start
Debra Austin The Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) welcomes Sarah Lords from the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation as guest speaker at its 5:30 p.m. meeting Nov. 16 at Oakwood Country Club. Prospective members are welcome. Lords is Sr. Director of Brand and Strategic Communication for the local nonprofit. Its…
October 2026, Clubs & Classes
Who Are the Women Behind Southeast Valley AAUW?
Debra Austin Who are the members of the Southeast Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW)? Despite what some may guess from the group’s name, they aren’t professors or college employees. The “University Women” in the name of the organization, founded in 1881, simply means members who hold an associate or higher…
September 2026, Clubs & Classes
AAUW Pursues More Ways to Advance Local Women and Girls
Debra Austin As the new school year begins, the Southeast Valley American Association of University Women is looking for even more ways to have an impact for local women and girls. For several years, the group has awarded $1,000 scholarships based on need to Chandler high school senior girls through the Chandler Education Foundation. Five…
May 2026, Clubs & Classes
AAUW Southeast Valley Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Was a Record Breaking Success!
Mary Humecke The annual scholarship fundraiser held by AAUW Southeast Valley on March 21, exceeded expectations! Almost two hundred people attended and were treated to delicious appetizers while enjoying acoustic guitar selections masterfully played by local musician Joe Lombardi. The speakers, Dr. Carissa Lynch, dean of students at San Marcos Elementary School and Maddy Rohm,…
March 2026, Generals
AAUW Supports Girls in STEM—Spring Fling Fundraiser March 21
Mary Humecke All are invited to attend the AAUW (American Association of University Women) Spring Fling fundraiser to be held Saturday, March 21, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This exciting event will take place in the Cottonwood San Tan Ballroom in Sun Lakes and offers multiple opportunities for the community to support and promote the…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
AAUW SE Valley Announces Tom Pearson as Speaker in February
Mary Humecke All local SE Valley women are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the AAUW SE Valley Branch held on the third Monday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the IronOaks clubhouse in the Bradford Room. On Feb. 16 our featured speaker is Tom Pearson, Dean of Workforce and Innovation…
Clubs & Classes, November 2025
AAUW to Host Chandler-Gilbert Community College Speaker
Mary Kenny The AAUW (American Association of University Women) Southeast Valley Branch (SEV) will host Paul Sanders from Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC), Senior Development Office/Institutional Advancement, as its speaker during its Nov. 17 general meeting. The monthly meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Bradford Room of the Oakwood clubhouse, 24218 S. Oakwood Blvd. in…
July 2025, Clubs & Classes
AAUW SE Valley Presents $12,000 Scholarship Check to CGCC
Mary Humecke The annual scholarship fundraiser held by AAUW SE Valley this past February exceeded expectations! The beautiful raffle baskets and impressive silent auction items, along with proceeds from a 25/75 cash raffle, brought in $12,000 to award as scholarships this year to deserving women attending Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC). 2025 is the fourth year…