Travel to South Africa with AAUW
Please join AAUW President Carolyn Garfein on the trip of a lifetime as our delegation visits South Africa, October 24–November 2, 2011. Meetings with CGE, SA WISE, SAAWG, and other leading NGOs during the day and fascinating cultural events at night make for a do-not-miss experience. E-mail Academic Travel Abroad for details or to make reservations.

Simplify Your Branch Website
Beginning August 23, AAUW branches and states may sign up for Site Resources, the attractive, new, AAUW-hosted website solution available to states and branches free of charge. Site Resources uses the WordPress publishing platform to provide an easy-to-maintain website template that delivers a professional web experience. Visit AAUW Site Resources or contact site-resources@aauw.org today for more information.

U.S. District Court Says UC Davis Violated Title IX
A U.S. District Court found that the University of California, Davis, failed to comply with Title IX when the plaintiffs in the AAUW-supported case Mansourian v. Regents of the University of California were students but that the school officials' actions relating to the women's wrestling team were meritless. Damages have not yet been determined.

Support Access to Preventative Care and Contraception!
Join AAUW in thanking the Department of Health and Human Services for proposing that birth control be available to the insured without co-pays. But efforts are underway to exempt plans from employers who oppose contraception. E-mail HHS now and tell them that an expansion of the religious exemption could deny women access to necessary and preventative medical services.

An Update on Lead Testing for Books
Federal regulations on selling children's books have been relaxed on books for children over 3 years old. Learn more on the AAUW website.

AAUW to Co-sponsor Summit on Workplace Sexual Harassment
AAUW will co-sponsor a summit at Hunter College in New York City on October 15, 2011, that will focus on workplace sexual harassment. Anita Hill is the keynote speaker. Local AAUW members are invited to attend, and we expect to broadcast the summit online. Look for details in September.

Happy Birthday, Martha!
The Washington Post profiled Martha Ann Miller, a member of AAUW since 1944, on her 100th birthday. You can watch a video of Miller speaking about the importance of AAUW at the 2011 National Convention on AAUW's YouTube channel.

Tech Trek in the Spotlight
CBS News turned to AAUW member Marie Wolbach, founder of AAUW of California's Tech Trek Science Camp for Girls, for an insider's perspective on getting girls engaged in science, technology, engineering, and math fields. Want more details about Tech Trek and the national spotlight? Check out AAUW Dialog.

Now on C-SPAN … AAUW
AAUW Chief of Marketing and Communications Cindy Miller presented the state of women in the media at a Bisnow event this week. C-SPAN was there to record and air the discussion, which featured media personalities and executives from PBS, Gannett, and more.

AAUW Interns Take on the Policy World
Recent public policy interns Emily Pfefer and Emily Krueger began new jobs this July after multiple semesters with AAUW. Pfefer is now with Planned Parenthood Federation of America as a public policy associate and Krueger is the new legislative assistant for Americans United for Separation of Church and State. Congratulations!

Empower Students to Be Leaders in Your Community
The AAUW Student Advisory Council, AAUW Campus Action Project, and Elect Her–Campus Women Win applications will go online later this month. These programs are great opportunities to support college women leaders and build relationships with local campuses. Participate in a conference call on August 24 from 7–8 p.m. EDT to learn more. RSVP to leadership@aauw.org.

Recent College Grads Eligible for Free AAUW Membership
Invite a recent grad to become a member for free — give an AAUW membership through AAUW's Give a Grad a Gift program! The program enables members to give a free, one-year national AAUW membership to recent college graduates. What better way to introduce someone to AAUW and bring in the next generation of AAUW leaders?

Shape AAUW's Future by Encouraging E-SAF Registrations!
Students at AAUW college/university partner member schools who want to become e-student affiliates will now find it easier to do so! Encourage undergraduate students at partner member schools to receive all their great benefits by visiting the e-student affiliate join application page on the AAUW website and filling out the simple form.

Special $130 Anniversary Rate for College/University Partners
AAUW is celebrating our 130th Anniversary with a special rate of $130 for new C/U partner members. Visit the online directory to see if your local school or alma mater is a member. If not, use these tips to encourage schools in your community to join and give their students priority for AAUW's many opportunities.

AAUW's 130th Anniversary Grad Student Rate
Special 130th Anniversary introductory rates are also available for graduate students, who can join AAUW for just $18.81! Individuals and branches that focus on recruitment can win prizes, be recognized in AAUW's Hall of Fame, and help strengthen the organization for years to come.

AAUW Community Action Grantee in the News!
Last Sunday, the Washington Post magazine featured an article on street harassment focusing on the work of AAUW's former Community Action Grant recipient Holla Back DC! and LAF Program Manager Holly Kearl, who are fighting street harassment by empowering Washingtonians to speak out against gender-based public sexual harassment.

Get the Latest on AAUW Fellowships and Grants
Applications for all programs are currently available. Deadlines and eligibility requirements are posted on our website. Need 2012–13 recruitment brochures and bookmarks? Visit ShopAAUW and order yours today.

Meet the New Class of 2011–12 Fellows and Grantees!
The AAUW Online Directory of Fellowship and Grant Recipients for 2011–12 is now available. Find out where fellows and grantees are located and what they're studying and researching. If you'd like to include a recipient in your programming this year, contact fellowships@aauw.org.

Selection Panelists Needed
AAUW's review and selection panelists are seasoned experts in academia and professions who analyze the thousands of applications for AAUW's fellowships and grants. We are always seeking new talent and expertise. Visit the Fellowship and Grant Selection Panels web page, and please pass the information on to your networks!

What's New with Former Fellows and Grantees?
You can find out by catching up on the archive of the AAUW blog series on fellowship and grant alumnae and reading more about the accomplishments of former awardees. They have remarkable stories to share about AAUW's impact on their lives.

Connecting with Other Alumnae — and AAUW
If you are a former fellowship or grant recipient and would like to reconnect with AAUW and other grant recipients, join our fellowship and grant alumnae network! Submit your updates and share your personal and professional accomplishments. Find out how you can become involved in contributing to AAUW's mission.

Take AAUW Benefits with You
Traveling this summer? Use AAUW member benefits to find the right locations and provide the right coverage! Gohagan Travel and TravelSmart can take you around the world or across the country in style, and InsureMyTrip, MedjetAssist, and the World Medical Card will ensure your safety throughout!

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