Did you know that just one year out of college, women working full time already earn less than their male colleagues? Ten years after graduation, the pay gap widens. As an AAUW student affiliate you can be part of a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance. Together we are a strong voice advocating for equity in education and civil rights issues.
AAUW student affiliates receive exceptional tangible and intangible benefits — development opportunities, a vibrant community, relevant information, and valuable resources.
Development Opportunities
AAUW is passionate about helping you achieve your educational and professional goals. There are abundant national leadership development resources including the Student Advisory Council, the Campus Action Project grant program, and the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders, an annual leadership training conference in Washington, D.C. that attracts more than 500 students. Additionally, our local branches create thousands of learning experiences each year.
Vibrant Community
The opportunity to connect with others and grow as a leader extends from national initiatives all the way to the grassroots level in our local branches. You can join or start a local AAUW student affiliate satellite group on your campus. Contact us at students@aauw.org for more information. Find your local AAUW branch using the branch locator so that you can network with local professionals and coordinate events and projects on your campus and in the community. Stay on the pulse of all issues and activities through AAUW’s growing social media network by joining the AAUW Facebook page and group, and following us on , YouTube, and the AAUW Dialog blog.
Relevant Information
You can count on AAUW as a trusted source of information. You’ll receive electronic versions of our publications including the award-winning magazine AAUW Outlook, which highlights issues and individuals affecting women and girls. The AAUW Mission & Action e-newsletter and Washington Update provide information on the work of AAUW and today’s hot issues and opportunities for activism. You will also be the first to learn about ground-breaking research on women, girls, and education.
Valuable Resources
Each year, AAUW provides more than $3 million as part of AAUW's fellowships and grants program to women for graduate study. As a student affiliate you are eligible and will receive early notification about the application process. On the local level, several branches offer both scholarships and internships. You can also take advantage of exclusive member discounts and value-added services for numerous things from books and subscriptions to insurance.
Who Can Become a Student Affiliate?
You can join AAUW as a student affiliate if you are an undergraduate student who does not already have a bachelor's degree. You may be eligible to join AAUW for FREE as an e-student affiliate if you are attending a College/University AAUW Partner Member institution. Check the list of AAUW Partner Member Institutions to see if your school is participates.
AAUW membership is an incredible value: Representation. Community. Savings. Information. Education. Inspiration. You can find it all as part of AAUW. To enjoy these benefits and more, join AAUW today!
AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or class.
Questions? Call 800/326-AAUW (2289) or send an e-mail to connect@aauw.org.
