AAUW TOLEDO BRANCH MEETING, MAY 22ND STONE OAK COUNTRY CLUB, 100 STONE OAK BLVD., HOLLAND, OH
Gathering Time 5:30—Dinner 6:00 p.m. GUESTS WELCOME!!
Menu: Breast of Chicken stuffed w/feta cheese, spinach & dried cherries; Wild Rice Pilaf, Roasted Carrots, Salad, Rolls and Dessert, Iced or hot tea, Coffee, Lemonade included; Cash Bar available.
Cost: $25.00. Checks made out to “AAUW/Toledo Branch.” Send reserva-tion check to: Carol Leupp, 239 Stone Oak Ct., Holland, OH 43528. Deadline for reservations: FRI., MAY 18th.
Questions? Phone 419-868-6623
Please note dietary restrictions and/or handicapped assistance if needed.
PROGRAM: JACK PAQUETTE,
Author of A Boy’s Journey through the Great Depression.
Also brief remarks and officer installations by Patricia Millhoff, AAUW/OH President.
Cost: $25.00. Checks made out to “AAUW/Toledo Branch.” Send reserva-tion check to: Carol Leupp, 239 Stone Oak Ct., Holland, OH 43528. Deadline for reservations: FRI., MAY 18th.
Questions? Phone 419-868-6623
Please note dietary restrictions and/or handicapped assistance if needed.
Wemmer Recipients for 2012 – 2013
Ting Lee – 2nd year graduate student in Medicine. Interested in practicing medicine with underserved populations in urban areas.
Kyrsten Dubuc – Junior with double majors in Operations Management and Marketing. Plans to work at Homewood Press, her family’s business, and make it more green, efficient, and creative.
Gurpanna Saggu – 4th year graduate student in the PhD in Biomedical Science program. She plans a career in research and teaching.
Lina Barakat-Boraby – 2nd year graduate in the MSN Clinical Nurse Leader program. She is a clinical dietician who is extending her education so that she can work in the Nursing field. She hopes eventually to become a Physician’s Assistant.
(First Alternate) Jessica Meyer – Senior in Exercise Science, pre-Physical Therapy.
A MESSAGE FROM CAROL
A happy life consists not in the absence, but in the mastery of hardships. –Helen Keller
Dear Toledo Branch Members:
Toledo Branch highlights for spring included the AAUW/OH Equity Day and State Convention/Annual Meeting in Findlay Ohio. We had six members in attendance and the branch received three award certificates: Starz Award (participation in activities promoting mission of AAUW), 2nd place in total giving to AAUW Funds, and an “Excellence in Programming Award.” Among the speakers at convention were Lisa Maatz, AAUW’s Director of Public Policy and Government Relations, and Mary Ellen Mazey , President of Bowling Green State University. Jennifer Sader of Toledo Branch was installed as Secretary for AAUW/Ohio. Our new state president is Deborah Wooldridge of Bowling Green Branch.
I am pleased to announce that five girls from Toledo area are registered to attend Be Wise Camp at Denison University this June. Two girls received scholarships from our branch and two girls are returning for a second year. We look forward to hearing from the campers at our September meeting.
The Marge Lee STEM Scholarship is in place at the University of Toledo Foundation. The scholarship will be administered through the Eberly Center for Women and the first STEM scholarship will be awarded in 2013. Marge has served as both branch and state AAUW president and holds a degree in ceramic engineering. It was her desire that the scholarship honoring her be in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Watch for details in the dues statement regarding donations to this new Toledo Branch Scholarship Fund.
This is the final president’s message for me and the last newsletter until September when Michelle Radtkin will be filling this portion of the branch newsletter. It has been an honor to serve as your branch president and I thank you for supporting branch endeavors these past two years. I look forward to seeing you at the May 22nd meeting at Stone Oak Country Club when our new officers will be installed by AAUW President, Pat Millhoff .
Yours in AAUW, Carol Leupp, President
AAUW – Toledo Branch/ Education Committee Update March~2012
The AAUW Education Committee consisting of members; Louise Bankey, Joanie Barrett, Joyce Brown, Gail Conrad, Deb DiGennaro, Joan Harris, Bonnie Hamic, Jean Hersland, Mary Ellen Pratt, Nancy Ritzert, Sandra Schocket and Susie Telljohann met March 21st at the home of Joanie Barrett, to review and select the books purchased through the AAUW “Remember the Ladies” fund for the Toledo Public School libraries that provides women’s biographies in the libraries. This fund is supported by donations from the Women in History troupe members who designate monies from historical portrayals to this particular AAUW account and from generous AAUW members who support it financially. We always hope that this account is “remembered” by our members and anticipate receiving more donations into the fund to purchase books for the Toledo Public School libraries. Unfortunately, the price of books has increased tremendously and any and all financial assistance is always greatly appreciated.
In partnership with the TPS Media Specialists, several books were recommended. The Education committee identified several key components considered as each book was reviewed for student interest level, reading level, illustrations, publication date, content, utilization, classification, and AAUW mission appropriateness. The committee looked at 8 suggested titles dealing with the topic of women in history.
The committee members recommended that these six books be purchased this year:
First, Borrowed Names: Poems about Laura Ingalls Wilder, Madam CJ Walker, Marie Curie, and their Daughters. As a child, Laura Ingalls Wilder traveled across the prairie in a covered wagon. Her daughter, Rose, thought those stories might make a good book, and the two created the beloved Little House series. Sara Breedlove, the daughter of former slaves, wanted everything to be different for her own daughter, A’Lelia. Together they built a million-dollar beauty empire for women of color. Marie Cure became the first person in history to win two Nobel prizes in science. Inspired by her mother, Irene, Marie too became a scientist and Nobel Prize winner. This is the story of these extraordinary mothers and daughters for ages 12 and up.
Second, Here Comes the Girl Scouts! The Amazing All-True Story of Juliette Daisy Gordon Low and Her Great Adventure is the amazing story of the first Girl Scouts and their visionary founder. Juliette Gordon Low–Daisy to her friends and family—was not like most girls of the Victorian era. She loved the outdoors, and she yearned for adventure! Born into a family of pathfinders and pioneers, she too wanted to make a difference in the world—and nothing would stop her. This book is appropriate for ages 4 and up and for grades pre-school and up.
Third, Amelia Lost: The life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart, from the acclaimed author of The Great and Only Barnum, is the thrilling story of America’s most celebrated flyer, Amelia Earhart. In alternating chapters, Fleming deftly moves readers back and forth between Amelia’s life (from childhood up until her last flight) and the history of flight to what Amelia liked to eat while flying (tomato juice)–this unique non-fiction title is tailor-made for middle graders. This book is great for age level 8 and up and grades 3 and up.
Fourth, Rachel Carson: The Pioneer of Environmentalism is a comprehensive and excellent resource for students ages 12 and up.
Fifth, Seeds of Change: Wangari’s Gift to the World. As a young girl in Kenya, Wangari was taught to respect nature. She grew up loving the land, hardworking, was allowed to go to school. There her mind sprouted like a seed. She excelled at science and went on to study in the United States. After returning home, Wangari blazed a trail across Kenya, using her knowledge and compassion to promote the rights of the countrywomen and to help save the land, one tree at a time. This is an empowering story of Wangari Maathai, the first African woman, and environmentalist, to win a Nobel Peace Prize. This is an engaging narrative with vibrant images that paint a robust portrait of this inspiring champion of the land and of women’s rights. This book is perfect for ages 7 and up and grade level 2 and above.
The final book selected was Yes, She Can!: Women’s Sports Pioneers, this book tells inspiring stories of these pioneers in sports: Trude Ederle who swam the English Channel, Louise Stokes and Tidye Pickett who ran track in the Olympics, Julie Krone who became a jockey, and Danica Patrick who drives Indie cars. Thanks to them, everyone knows now that girls can do anything they want. Perfect for young athletes, ages 9-12,
If you wish to join the AAUW Education committee and assist in the selection of book titles for next year, please contact me at 419-867-1220, the time commitment is minimal, but the reward is great! Many thanks to those who comprised this fantastic committee this year!
Joanie Barrett, RN, MA, PhD
AAUW Education Committee Chair
AAUW/Toledo Invites You to Learn
New Trends in ManagingYour Finances
Wed. April 25, 2012 6:30 p.m.
Presenters: Financial Advisors
Ann Hartmann MBA, AEP, ChFC, CLU
Sandra Towns CPA/PFS, CFP
Where: Plate 21
3664 Rugby Dr.
Toledo, OH 43614
Off Detroit between Glanzman & Copeland
Additional Parking in Back
Tastings
Provided by Plate 21
Send $15 check payable to “AAUW/Toledo”
to Kathy Kraynak,
108 Secor Woods Lane
Perrysburg, OH 43551
Ph. 419-873-1941
A MESSAGE FROM CAROL
So many gods, so many creeds;
So many paths that wind and wind,
While just the art of being kind
Is all the sad world needs.
Dear Toledo Branch Members,
Our March 12th viewing of the film “Miss Representation,” was a very successful collaborative effort with Bowling Green branch. The film’s interviews with well-known women and stories from teenage girls highlighted the problem of sexist images of women in the media and how this contributes to under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. Thanks to Michelle Radtkin for bringing the film to our attention and making arrangements for the meeting. We hope to make the film available to area schools.
AAUW members can still register for AAUW/OH convention on April 14 -15 in Findlay. See the winter newsletter of AAUW/OH for details of sessions. On Friday, April 13, 7:30 p.m. members can attend at no charge, a discussion of: Death and Life of the Great American School System: How Testing and Choice Are Undermining Education, by Diane Ravitch, former assistant secretary of education.
Plan to attend the April 25th branch meeting at Plate 21. Ann Hartmann and Sandra Towns will present “New Trends in Managing Your Finances.” Enjoy tastings provided by Plate 21 and a very informative program, and support the fundraising committee’s “Dollars for Scholars” effort.
Toledo Branch is sponsoring three area girls attending AAUW/Ohio’s Be Wise Camp at Denison University this summer: Lydia Archambo, grade 8, fall 2012, Otsego Jr. High school; Olivia Bukowski, grade 7, fall 2012, St. Pius X, Toledo; and Clare Helmer, grade 8, fall 2012, Franciscan Academy of Lourdes University. Two are receiving a partial scholarship from AAUW. We look forward to hearing about their math and science camp experiences at our September meeting!
Yours in AAUW,
Carol Leupp
A quote to remember. . .
The thing women have to learn is nobody gives you power. You just take it. – Roseann Barr
